专题03 阅读理解（说明文）（期末真题汇编，陕晋青宁专用）高二英语下学期

**基本信息** 聚焦“人与自我、社会、自然”三大主题，精选23-24至24-25学年高二下多地区期末真题，融合科技前沿（如太空旅游、AI与环境）、社会热点（如青少年糖尿病、数字戒瘾）及文化传承（如中国地质公园、长江江豚）素材，注重语言理解与思维能力梯度培养。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解|69题|词义猜测（如“viability”“satiety”）、细节理解（如糖尿病年轻化数据）、推理判断（如Gabrielle身份推断）、主旨大意（如段落功能分析）|以“太空旅游发展”体现科技情境，“数字戒瘾咖啡馆”反映社会现象，“长江江豚诗歌研究”融合文化与生态，问题设计从基础信息提取到深层逻辑分析，适配高二期末检测要求。|

专题03 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我——阅读、疾病 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西运城·期末） All living things must one day die, and Earth’s largest creature, the blue whale, is no exception. But in nature, death is never a true ending. As a ninety-year-old blue whale dies, one story ends and another begins. Caldecott Medalist Jason Chin’s astonishing artwork enriches and amplifies well-researched text by writer Lynn Brunelle. Young lovers of the macabre (可怕的) will enjoy each page of Life After Whale: The Amazing Ecosystem of a Whale Fall. This book is ideal for young readers who love simple, clear facts about animals or for older readers who will find the decomposition (分解) process fascinating. Educators will also appreciate the clear organization and descriptive writing style. · Gabrielle Stoller: Excellent for teaching about ecosystems and the symbiotic relationship that can occur even after death of an animal; excellent nonfiction text for classrooms. · Book Nerds In MN: I really never knew about this phenomenon at all. This would be a great book for elementary school age to age 100+! · Kristen Watts: This book is an incredible resource for anyone who is interested in what exactly a whale fall is and what it entails. Yes, it’s a beautiful picture book; however, it also gives you just the main idea. · Anne Librarian: Fantastic nonfiction picture book about an ecosystem in the ocean that kids might not know about a whale fall. Lynn Brunelle’s text is age appropriate and full of detail. Jason Chin’s artwork is fantastic — his artwork always adds so much to nonfiction. Glad to have this in our library collection. 1．What can we know about the book? A．It is written by Jason Chin. B．It is suitable for readers of all ages. C．It is awarded Caldecott Medal. D．It aims to raise environmental awareness. 2．What could Gabrielle Stoller’s identity be? A．A parent. B．A writer. C．A student. D．An educator. 3．What do Kristen Watts and Anne Librarian’s words have in common about the new book? A．It focuses on the roles of ecosystem. B．It tells an interesting story about whales. C．It is a book with excellent text and pictures. D．It would be even better if some details were added. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍《鲸死后的生命：令人惊叹的鲸落生态系统》一书的内容及读者评价。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Young lovers of the macabre (可怕的) will enjoy each page of Life After Whale: The Amazing Ecosystem of a Whale Fall. This book is ideal for young readers who love simple, clear facts about animals or for older readers who will find the decomposition (分解) process fascinating. (喜欢恐怖元素的年轻人会沉醉于《鲸死后的生命：令人惊叹的鲸落生态系统》的每一页内容。这本书非常适合两类读者：一类是喜欢关于动物的简单明了的事实的年轻读者，另一类是会觉得分解过程很有趣的年长读者)”以及Book Nerds In MN的评论“This would be a great book for elementary school age to age 100+! (这本书适合从小学年龄到100岁以上的读者！)”可知，这本书适合各个年龄段的读者。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据Gabrielle Stoller的评论“Excellent for teaching about ecosystems and the symbiotic relationship that can occur even after death of an animal; excellent nonfiction text for classrooms. (非常适合教授生态系统和动物死后可能发生的共生关系；非常适合课堂的非虚构文本)”可知，其评价聚焦于书籍在教学中的作用，推测其可能是教育工作者。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据Kristen Watts的评论“This book is an incredible resource for anyone who is interested in what exactly a whale fall is and what it entails. Yes, it’s a beautiful picture book; however, it also gives you just the main idea. (这本书对任何对鲸落及其含义感兴趣的人来说都是一个不可思议的资源。是的，这是一本美丽的图画书；但它也给了你主要信息)”和Anne Librarian的评论“Fantastic nonfiction picture book about an ecosystem in the ocean that kids might not know about a whale fall. Lynn Brunelle’s text is age appropriate and full of detail. Jason Chin’s artwork is fantastic — his artwork always adds so much to nonfiction. (这是一本关于海洋生态系统的精彩非虚构图画书，孩子们可能不了解鲸落。Lynn Brunelle的文字贴合读者年龄且细节丰富。Jason Chin的艺术作品非常棒——他的作品总能为非虚构类书籍增色不少)”可知，两人都认为这本书有优秀的文字和图画。故选C。 Passage 2 （24-25高二下·宁夏固原·期末） Obesity and diabetes (糖尿病) are affecting more young people, with many sharing their experiences of being diagnosed with diabetes at a young age on social media. The hashtag “diabetes affecting young people” has been viewed over 46 million times on Sina Weibo. Dr. Guo Xiaohui, a senior endocrinologist, said that 20 years ago, none of her diabetic patients were under 30, but now about 20% are. Dr. Yao Qiyuan from a hospital’s obesity department noted there are diabetes patients in middle or even primary school, some of whom are obese and have high blood pressure. It’s surprising that a 12-year-old child can have blood sugar at 20 mmol/L and blood pressure at 200 mmHg. It’s known that obesity is a major cause of diabetes and heart diseases. A 2020 report showed about 10% of children under 6 and 20% of those aged 6-17 are obese. Dr. Xie Zhuangli explained that young people with chronic diseases like diabetes face a higher risk of complications. For example, diabetes complications (并发症) usually appear 5-10 years after diagnosis, so young patients have more time to develop them, which can affect multiple organs, cause kidney problems, blindness, or even amputation, bringing serious impacts on their lives and families. Experts say the rise in young diabetics is due to oily and sugary diets, unhealthy daily routines, and lack of knowledge about chronic diseases. Many young people think such diseases only affect the elderly and seek treatment only after severe complications occur. Dr. Yao suggested enhancing health education for teenagers, monitoring their diets, and ensuring enough time for sports. 4．What does the data from Dr. Guo Xiaohui show? A．There were no diabetic patients 20 years ago. B．The number of young diabetic patients has increased. C．Most diabetic patients are now under 30. D．20% of people under 30 have diabetes. 5．Why do young people with diabetes have a higher risk of complications? A．They have more serious symptoms at the beginning. B．Complications appear earlier in young people. C．They have a longer time to develop complications after diagnosis. D．They don’t take medicine on time. 6．Which is NOT a reason for the young diabetics mentioned in the passage? A．Unhealthy eating habits. B．Lack of exercise. C．Unhealthy daily schedules. D．Lack of knowledge about chronic diseases. 7．What is Dr. Yao’s suggestion to solve the problem? A．Controlling the production of sugary drinks. B．Encouraging young people to drink more water. C．Providing more health education for teenagers. D．Making laws to limit young people’s use of social media. 【答案】4．B 5．C 6．B 7．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文讲述了肥胖和糖尿病正在影响越来越多的年轻人，专家指出这一现象的原因包括不健康的饮食、生活习惯以及对慢性疾病知识的缺乏，并提出了相应的建议。 4．细节理解题。根据第二段“Dr. Guo Xiaohui, a senior endocrinologist, said that 20 years ago, none of her diabetic patients were under 30, but now about 20% are.(高级内分泌科医生郭晓辉表示，20年前，她的糖尿病患者中没有一位年龄在30岁以下，但现在这一比例约为 20%。)”可知，数据表明年轻糖尿病患者的数量增加了。故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据第三段“Dr. Xie Zhuangli explained that young people with chronic diseases like diabetes face a higher risk of complications. For example, diabetes complications usually appear 5-10 years after diagnosis, so young patients have more time to develop them, which can affect multiple organs, cause kidney problems, blindness, or even amputation, bringing serious impacts on their lives and families.(谢壮丽医生解释道，患有糖尿病等慢性病的年轻人面临着更高的并发症风险。例如，糖尿病并发症通常在确诊后5至10年出现，因此年轻患者有更多时间发展这些并发症——它们可能影响多个器官，引发肾脏问题、失明甚至截肢，给他们的生活和家庭带来严重影响。)”可知，糖尿病患者年轻化并发症的风险更高是因为诊断后他们有更长的时间发展并发症。故选C。 6．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Experts say the rise in young diabetics is due to oily and sugary diets, unhealthy daily routines, and lack of knowledge about chronic diseases.(专家表示，年轻糖尿病患者数量的增加是由于油腻和含糖的饮食、不健康的日常生活以及对慢性疾病缺乏了解。)”可知，文章中提到的年轻糖尿病患者的原因包括不健康的饮食习惯、不健康的日常生活安排以及对慢性疾病缺乏了解，而缺乏锻炼不是文章中提到的年轻糖尿病患者的原因。故选B。 7．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Dr. Yao suggested enhancing health education for teenagers, monitoring their diets, and ensuring enough time for sports.(姚医生建议加强对青少年的健康教育，监督他们的饮食，并确保他们有足够的运动时间。)”可知，姚医生对这个问题的建议是为青少年提供更多的健康教育。故选C。 Passage 3 （24-25高二下·山西晋城·期末） A nonprofit group has identified over 1,500 books that local schools in America have banned from their libraries and classrooms in 2022 — 2023. The American Library Association (ALA) says there were more attempts to ban books from schools last year than ever before. Gay Ivey, professor of literacy and her research partner Peter Johnston have studied students’ motivations to read. They also have studied how students react to reading young adult literature. Ivey said reading books considered “disturbing” by students was beneficial for their learning and emotional development. And parents also noticed a growth in their children after they read the disturbing books. In one of Ivey and Johnston’s studies, they spent a year in a middle school. They asked eighth grade students in an English class to choose any book they wanted to read. The teens were not under any pressure from teachers to finish the book or to produce any schoolwork about the book. Many of the students chose to read books that deal with difficult subjects like depression. Some of the books students chose were ones that schools around the country have banned. Students are drawn to books that deal with troubling subjects. Instead of being harmed by such subjects, reading about fictional characters made them more empathetic (感同身受的). Ivey said they also were more thoughtful about the characters’ motivations and actions. The researchers found that reading made the students happier, and helped some heal from sadness or depression. The difficult nature of the books made the students more likely to discuss the subjects with teachers, parents and friends. Ivey said reading texts with difficult and troubling subject matter makes students more involved readers and learners. Students are able to relate to characters facing difficult decisions and think about how they would react to a situation described in the book. Reading disturbing books also made students more likely to learn as a group, the researchers said. With the troubling texts, sometimes it is “really necessary to grab everybody around you and put all heads around it and teach each other,” Ivey said. “More and different kinds of learning happens in those situations.” 8．What is the function of Paragraph 1? A．To call for confirming banned books. B．To encourage people to read. C．To make readers interested. D．To lead in the topic of the text. 9．What can we learn about Gray Ivey? A．She is engaged in youth literature creation. B．She researches students’ reaction to reading young adult books. C．She thinks that restricting teenage reading is meaningless. D．She suggests that students lack motivation to read disturbing books. 10．What is the main idea of Paragraph 6? A．Reading is profitable for adjusting mental health. B．Rendıng disturbing books has positive effects. C．To improve the reading ability of adolescent students is important. D．Reading can enhance communication and interaction with students. 11．What can we draw from the text? A．Reading is usually beneficial. B．The more you read, the more in the stomach empty. C．Reading without the use of the book is equal to wasting paper. D．Reading a good book is a conversation with a lot of good people. 【答案】8．D 9．B 10．B 11．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。一个非营利组织已经确定了美国当地学校在 2022-2023学年禁止在图书馆和教室里阅读的1500多本书，但研究发现阅读这类书籍有其积极的方面。 8．推理判断题。根据第一段“A nonprofit group has identified over 1,500 books that local schools in America have banned from their libraries and classrooms in 2022- 2023. The American Library Association (ALA) says there were more attempts to ban books from schools last year than ever before.(一个非营利组织已经确定了美国当地学校在 2022-2023学年禁止在图书馆和教室里阅读的1500多本书。美国图书馆协会（ALA）表示，去年禁止学校书籍的尝试比以往任何时候都多)”以及第三段“Ivey said reading books considered “disturbing” by students was beneficial for their learning and emotional development. And parents also noticed a growth in their children after they read the disturbing books.(Ivey说，阅读学生认为“令人不安”的书籍对他们的学习和情感发展有益。家长们也注意到，在孩子们读了这些令人不安的书后，他们的孩子也有了成长)”可知，本段以具体数字展示美国当地学校禁止的书籍数量，用以引入文章主题，介绍被禁止的书籍也有积极作用。故选D。 9．细节理解题。根据第二段“They also have studied how students react to reading young adult literature.(他们还研究了学生对阅读青年文学的反应)”可知，Gray Ivey 研究学生对阅读青年文学书籍的反应。故选B。 10．主旨大意题。根据第六段“Students are drawn to books that deal with troubling subjects. Instead of being harmed by such subjects, reading about fictional characters made them more empathetic (感同身受的). Ivey said they also were more thoughtful about the characters’ motivations and actions. The researchers found that reading made the students happier, and helped some heal from sadness or depression. The difficult nature of the books made the students more likely to discuss the subjects with teachers, parents and friends. Ivey said reading texts with difficult and troubling subject matter makes students more involved readers and learners. Students are able to relate to characters facing difficult decisions and think about how they would react to a situation described in the book.(学生们被那些涉及棘手问题的书所吸引。阅读虚构人物的故事使他们更感同身受的，而不是受到这些主题的伤害。艾维说，他们对角色的动机和行为也更加深思熟虑。研究人员发现，阅读让学生们更快乐，并帮助一些学生从悲伤或抑郁中康复。这些书的难度使学生更有可能与老师、家长和朋友讨论这些科目。Ivey说，阅读具有困难和令人不安主题的文本会让学生更积极地参与阅读和学习。学生能够与面临艰难决定的角色建立联系，并思考他们将如何应对书中描述的情况)”可知，阅读这类书籍可以让学生们更能感同身受、进行深刻思考、帮助一些学生从悲伤或抑郁中康复，阅读具有困难和令人不安主题的文本会让学生更积极地参与阅读和学习，本段主要介绍了这类书籍会产生积极的影响。故选B。 11．推理判断题。根据第三段“Ivey said reading books considered “disturbing” by students was beneficial for their learning and emotional development. And parents also noticed a growth in their children after they read the disturbing books.(Ivey说，阅读学生认为“令人不安”的书籍对他们的学习和情感发展有益。家长们也注意到，在孩子们读了这些令人不安的书后，他们的孩子也有了成长)”以及最后一段“Reading disturbing books also made students more likely to learn as a group, the researchers said.(研究人员表示，阅读令人不安的书籍也使学生更有可能作为一个群体学习)”可知，即使阅读令人不安的书籍，也会有积极的影响，由此可推知，阅读通常是有益处的。故选A。 主题02 人与社会——旅游观光 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西太原·期末） Decades ago, space travel was strictly controlled by government space agencies. Missions were purely for scientific research or national honor with ordinary citizens not allowed to dream of such a journey. At present, space tourism remains in its early days. Far-sighted enterprises have made space travel more accessible. Recent orbital and suborbital flights have proven the viability of commercial space travel. Yet, the high expenses involved mean that only the wealthy and major sponsors can currently afford it. Some companies offer short space flights for a taste of weightlessness and breathtaking views of Earth, while others are trying lunar flybys, paving the way for broader public participation in the future. In the upcoming ten years, with more participants entering the space tourism market, prices are likely to drop, making space travel available to a wider audience. Collaborations may provide opportunities for ordinary people to experience space. Trips could extend beyond short-term flights, with the Moon becoming a popular destination and Mars potentially within reach as technology advances. Customized experiences, such as space science tours or luxury space stays, will probably be offered. People also expect the space tourism to integrate with the entertainment industry, perhaps featuring space concerts. But the industry faces significant obstacles. High costs act as a barrier to widespread participation. Rocket launches contribute to environmental pollution, and regulatory frameworks are still being developed. Additionally, passengers face health risks. Despite these difficulties, space tourism has the potential to inspire future generations and drive technological innovation, serving as a stepping-stone for further space exploration. Addressing cost, safety, and environmental issues is crucial for its long-term success. 12．What does the underlined word “viability” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Possibility. B．Necessity. C．Value. D．Risk. 13．What is the current state of space tourism? A．It has a broad public participation. B．It is sponsored by high-tech companies. C．It is primarily used in science research. D．It is in the initial stage of development. 14．What trend of space tourism is expected according to the text? A．Guaranteed safety. B．Government support. C．Diverse experiences. D．Proper management. 15．What is the writing purpose of the text? A．To advertise space tourism. B．To advocate space science education. C．To show the limitation of space tourism. D．To introduce the development of space tourism. 【答案】12．A 13．D 14．C 15．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了空间旅游从过去受政府严格控制到如今处于早期发展阶段，未来趋势及面临挑战的情况。 12．词句猜测题。根据第二段中“Recent orbital and suborbital flights have proven the viability of commercial space travel. (最近的轨道和亚轨道飞行证明了商业太空旅行的viability)”可知，最近的轨道和亚轨道飞行证明了商业太空旅行的可行性，viability意思是“可行性，可能性”。故选A。 13．细节理解题。根据第二段中“At present, space tourism remains in its early days. (目前，太空旅游仍处于早期阶段)”可知，太空旅游目前处于发展的初始阶段。故选D。 14．细节理解题。根据第三段中“Trips could extend beyond short-term flights, with the Moon becoming a popular destination and Mars potentially within reach as technology advances. Customized experiences, such as space science tours or luxury space stays, will probably be offered. People also expect the space tourism to integrate with the entertainment industry, perhaps featuring space concerts. (随着技术的进步，旅行可能会超越短期飞行，月球将成为热门目的地，火星也可能触手可及。可能会提供定制体验，如太空科学之旅或豪华太空住宿。人们还期待太空旅游与娱乐产业相结合，或许会有太空音乐会)”可知，太空旅游预计会有多样化的体验。故选C。 15．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其是根据第一段中“Decades ago, space travel was strictly controlled by government space agencies. (几十年前，太空旅行受到政府航天机构的严格控制)”；第二段中“At present, space tourism remains in its early days. (目前，太空旅游仍处于早期阶段)”；第三段中“In the upcoming ten years, with more participants entering the space tourism market, prices are likely to drop, making space travel available to a wider audience. (在未来的十年里，随着越来越多的参与者进入太空旅游市场，价格可能会下降，使更多的人能够进行太空旅行)”以及第四段中“But the industry faces significant obstacles. (但该行业面临重大障碍)”可知，本文写作目的是介绍太空旅游的发展。故选D。 Passage 2 （23-24高二下·陕西安康·期末） Here are some of European cities for football lovers.Munich Germany’s most successful team regularly sells out the ultramodern 75,000-capacity Allianz Arena. The stadium is a real spectacle. If you can’t get there for a match, the behind-the-scenes tour is a good alternative. Tours include access to the FC Bayern Museum, where countless trophies are on display. Stadium tour: £9.5 for children, £22 for adults.Barcelona Although Camp Nou stadium is being rebuilt, the museum remains open in another part of the Camp Nou complex. Ticket upgrades include a “Robokeeper” option for kids who want to practice their football skills in the stadium. Barcelona is a fun city to explore with kids, with beaches, ice-cream shops, the family-friendly CosmoCaixa science museum. Museum entry: £18 for children, £24 for adults.London The 62,850-capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was opened in 2019. On non-match days, the stadium tour is an eye-opener — kids can sit in the same dressing room seats as their heroes, but just as appealing for families is the Dare Skywalk, an ascent up the stadium exterior (suitable for ages eight and above). Stadium tour: £16 for children, £27 for adults. Dare Skywalk: £31 for children, £39 for adults.Liverpool Anfield Stadium is one of the best-known football stadiums on the planet. Young fans will find plenty to enjoy on the stadium tour, with photo opportunities, dressing room access and great views across the city. The Anfield Abseil is new this year, a chance to abseil down the side of the stadium (suitable for ages 10 and above). Stadium tours: £14 for children, £23 for adults. Anfield Abseil: £38 for children, £45 for adults. 16．Which stadium is impossible for children to tour at present? A．Allianz Arena. B．Camp Nou. C．Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. D．Anfield Stadium. 17．How much will a father with a kid pay for the tour to Anfield Stadium? A．£37. B．£59. C．£61. D．£83. 18．What is the purpose of the text? A．To point out the importance of having a break. B．To encourage people to watch football matches. C．To present several cities full of football atmosphere. D．To introduce the functions of some famous stadiums. 【答案】16．B 17．A 18．C 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了四个适合足球爱好者的欧洲城市。 16．细节理解题。根据Barcelona部分中“Although Camp Nou stadium is being rebuilt, the museum remains open in another part of the Camp Nou complex.(虽然Camp Nou体育场正在重建，但博物馆仍然在诺坎普建筑群的另一部分开放)”可知，Camp Nou是目前儿童无法参观的。故选B。 17．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Stadium tours: £14 for children, £23 for adults.(体育场参观：儿童14英镑，成人23英镑)”可知，一个带着孩子的父亲要为安菲尔德球场之旅支付14+23=£37。故选A。 18．推理判断题。根据第一段“Here are some of European cities for football lovers.(以下是一些适合足球爱好者的欧洲城市)”结合文章主要介绍了四个适合足球爱好者的欧洲城市。可知，文章的目的是呈现几个充满足球氛围的城市。故选C。 Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） China has many UNESCO Global Geoparks (地质公园) and here are four newly amazing ones to help you know better about China’s beauty.●Xingyi UNESCO Global Geopark On March 27, 2024, this park in Guizhou was listed as a new UNESCO Global Geopark. This is the second geopark in Guizhou to successfully obtain this renowned title. It is inhabited by various ethnic minority groups, including the Buyi, Miao, Yi, Hui, Gelao and Shui. Among them, the Buyi people are known for their expertise in weaving.●Wugongshan UNESCO Global Geopark Located where the three cities, Pingxiang, Yichun, and Ji’an in Jiangxi meet, it is characterized by fascinating geological landscapes. The geopark is rich in well-preserved geological heritage, making it a crucial site for studying the early action of forming of the South China Block.●Mount Changbaishan UNESCO Global Geopark Located in Jilin, this geopark is like an open-air classroom for volcanism, with dramatic landforms and diverse rock types that document significant multiple eruptions. The “millennium eruption”, which took place around 1,000 years ago, is one of the largest volcanic eruptions in modern history and has left a lasting impact, creating international fame and significance.●Enshi Grand Canyon-Tenglongdong Cave UNESCO Global Geopark The geopark lies in Hubei, which is home to the rich cultural heritage of the Tujia, Miao, and Dong ethnic minority groups. The geological landscape supports remarkable biodiversity, with thick forests covering 67.3% of the geopark, an area of over 450 km2. In particular, there are varieties of plant species in the geopark. 19．What do we know about the first geopark? A．It features a large desert landscape. B．It is home to some ethnic minorities. C．It is the second one to be built in Guizhou. D．It lies at the intersection of three cities. 20．What is the third geopark famous for? A．The unique volcano. B．The single rock type. C．The dramatic classrooms. D．The historical documents. 21．Who may be attracted to the last geopark most probably? A．Botanists. B．Politicians. C．Astronomers. D．Mathematicians. 【答案】19．B 20．A 21．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国四个新晋的联合国教科文组织全球地质公园。 19．细节理解题。根据文中提到的第一个地质公园Xingyi UNESCO Global Geopark部分中“It is inhabited by various ethnic minority groups, including the Buyi, Miao, Yi, Hui, Gelao and Shui.(这里居住着布依族、苗族、彝族、回族、仡佬族和水族等少数民族)”可知，兴义联合国教科文组织世界地质公园是一些少数民族的家园。故选B项。 20．细节理解题。根据文中提到的第三个地质公园Mount Changbaishan UNESCO Global Geopark部分中“Located in Jilin, this geopark is like an open-air classroom for volcanism, with dramatic landforms and diverse rock types that document significant multiple eruptions.(这个地质公园位于吉林，它就像一个露天的火山教室，有着引人注目的地貌和多样的岩石类型，记录了重大的多次喷发)”可知，长白山联合国教科文组织世界地质公园以其独一无二的火山而闻名。故选A项。 21．推理判断题。根据文中提到的最后一个地质公园Enshi Grand Canyon-Tenglongdong Cave UNESCO Global Geopark部分中“The geological landscape supports remarkable biodiversity, with thick forests covering 67.3% of the geopark, an area of over 450 km². In particular, there are varieties of plant species in the geopark.(地质景观具有显著的生物多样性，茂密的森林覆盖了67.3%的地质公园，面积超过450平方公里。特别是，地质公园内的植物种类繁多)”可知，恩施大峡谷-腾龙洞联合国教科文组织世界地质公园内植物种类繁多，故植物学家可能被其所吸引。故选A项。 主题03 人与自然——自然生态 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西吕梁·期末） Around 1745, Chinese emperor and poet Qianlong was sailing on the Yangtze River toward Zhenjiang when he encountered a breathtaking sight: a group of Yangtze finless porpoises (海豚) emerged from the water’s surface. He wrote a poem about it. “Porpoises chased moonlight on silvered tides, as dragons summoned storm-clouds loom in sight.” Almost 300 years later, scientists wanted to chart the historical range of this critically endangered animal, so they searched hundreds of ancient Chinese poems to seek mentions of it, hoping to map its historical distribution (分布) and thus better understand threats to this species. The Yangtze finless porpoises, the world’s only freshwater porpoises, are found in China’s Yangtze River. About 1,250 individuals are left in the wild. “Having access to past data allows us to detect when declines began and relate those changes to potential threats like habitat destruction, climate change, overhunting, disease or the introduction of invasive species,” says Yaoyao Zhang, an ecologist at the Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Zhang and her team turned to ancient poems because official records rarely mentioned these animals. “Using an online database of Chinese literature, we searched for various historical names of the Yangtze finless porpoise across dynamic poetry, confirming each mention to ensure it referred to the porpoise and not other animals,” Zhang says. The research, published on Monday in Current Biology, revealed 724 poems that mentioned the porpoises. Half contained information about where they were seen. This window into the past revealed that the porpoises’ range has decreased by around 65 percent over 1,400 years, with a rapid decline in the past century. Poems from the distant past mentioned these animals living in tributaries (支流) and lakes along the Yangtze, but in more recent poems, these references dramatically decreased. This study builds on previous examples of using historical texts to understand species distributions and human-caused biodiversity losses. Next, the research team plans to further analyze the collected poems for more information about the past environment and porpoise groups. 22．Why did scientists study ancient Chinese poems? A．To analyze Qianlong’s poetry about natural phenomena. B．To track historical distribution of Yangtze finless porpoises. C．To prove ancient poems are more reliable than official records. D．To promote public awareness of freshwater species conservation. 23．What is special about Yangtze finless porpoises? A．They were first documented in Chinese ancient poetry. B．They are the only freshwater porpoises in the world. C．They began to drop in number 1,400 years ago. D．They can survive in both rivers and seawater. 24．How did researchers ensure the accuracy of porpoise references in poems? A．By focusing on poems only from the Qing Dynasty. B．By comparing poetry records with modern sightings. C．By checking historical names and dropping other animals. D．By working together with literature experts worldwide. 25．What does the research on ancient poems show? A．The number of Yangtze finless porpoises is increasing. B．The range of porpoises has decreased significantly. C．Climate change caused the most rapid decline. D．Official records contained more location data. 【答案】22．B 23．B 24．C 25．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了科学家通过研究中国古代诗歌来追踪长江江豚的历史分布情况。 22．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Almost 300 years later, scientists wanted to chart the historical range of this critically endangered animal, so they searched hundreds of ancient Chinese poems to seek mentions of it, hoping to map its historical distribution (分布) and thus better understand threats to this species. (近300年后，科学家们想要绘制出这种极度濒危动物的历史分布范围，于是他们查阅了数百首中国古诗，寻找有关它的描述，希望能绘制出它的历史分布图，从而更好地了解这种物种面临的威胁。)”可知，科学家研究中国古代诗歌是为了追踪长江江豚的历史分布。故选B。 23．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The Yangtze finless porpoises, the world’s only freshwater porpoises, are found in China’s Yangtze River.(长江江豚是世界上唯一的淡水江豚，它们生活在中国的长江中。)”可知，长江江豚的特别之处在于它们是世界上唯一的淡水江豚。故选B。 24．细节理解题。根据第三段中““Using an online database of Chinese literature, we searched for various historical names of the Yangtze finless porpoise across dynamic poetry, confirming each mention to ensure it referred to the porpoise and not other animals,” Zhang says. (张说：“我们利用中国文学在线数据库，在动态诗歌中搜索了长江江豚的各种历史名称，并确认了每一处提及，以确保它指的是江豚而不是其他动物。”)”可知，研究人员通过检查历史名称并排除其他动物来确保诗歌中提及的江豚的准确性。故选C。 25．细节理解题。根据第四段中“This window into the past revealed that the porpoises’ range has decreased by around 65 percent over 1,400 years, with a rapid decline in the past century. (这一窥视过去的窗口显示，在过去1400年里，江豚的活动范围减少了约65%，而在过去的一个世纪里，江豚的数量急剧下降。)”可知，这项关于古诗的研究表明江豚的活动范围显著减小。故选B。 Passage 2 （23-24高二下·青海西宁·期末） WHY SHENNONGJIA? As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia? UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve. For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3, 000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”. For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness. It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow. But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned—and deserves—its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world. 26．Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List? A．Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas. B．Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine. C．Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status. D．Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”. 27．Shennongjia is also called the“ ”. A．Roof of Central China B．Roof of Northern China C．Roof of Eastern China D．Roof of Southern China 28．How does the author think of the scientists in Shennongjia? A．Patient. B．Careful. C．Confident. D．Hard-working. 29．According to the text, what impressed the author most? A．A local village. B．The local people. C．Some special monkeys. D．The wild bees. 【答案】26．C 27．A 28．D 29．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了神农架被联合国教科文组织列入世界遗产名录的原因。 26．细节理解题。根据第二段中“UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. (联合国教科文组织授予神农架这一地位，是因为它满足了名录所要求的两个标准。)”可知，联合国教科文组织将神农架授予这一地位，因为它符合清单所要求的两个标准。故选C。 27．细节理解题。根据第三段中“giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”(因此被称为“华中屋脊”)”可知，该地区被誉为“华中屋脊”。故选A。 28．推理判断题。根据第五段中“It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. (照顾这么多的物种是一项挑战。在冬天，科学家们冒着大雪和寒冷的气温为金丝猴提供食物。)”可推断，作者认为照顾如此多的物种的科学家们是努力的、辛苦的。故选D。 29．细节理解题。根据最后一段“But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people (但神农架最令人印象深刻的是当地人)”可知，神农架最令人印象深刻的方面是当地人。故选B。 Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） Australia is proud of a unique history that has been shaped by the diversity of her inhabitants. The three main elements that have been central to the creation of Australia’s population composition are the diversity of her native population, colonization by the British in the past and the extensive immigration from diverse cultures. Australia is home to the world’s cultures and inhabitants who can identify with more than 270 ancestries (祖先). From the year 1945, the number of people who have immigrated to Australia from different parts of the globe is approximately seven million. The country considers the rich cultural diversity as its main strength which embodies its national identity. In 1975, there was the racial discrimination (歧视) act, which meant that discrimination in the country was against the law. Later in 1995, the act was extended to ensure that any acts of racial hatred (仇恨) were against the law. To date, the act has been used in ensuring that Australia sends a strong message on the collective commitment to promoting racial equality and the significance of fairness for all. On a range of measures, Australia is a multicultural success story. On educational attainment, studies show that children of immigrants in Australia get better average results than children of native-born Australians. This is significant because according to research conducted by the OECD, the successful integration of immigrant students is an important indicator of a country’s success in its education system and equity and broader socially combinative policies. The success in educational performance is mirrored in the broader economy of Australia as it attracts a significant proportion of skilled migrants annually who have a high labour market participation rate. In the year between 2016-2017, skilled migrants accounted for 67.3 percent of the total immigration program outcome that year. The net effect of a multiculturalism policy for Australia has been a brain gain for Australia and this is expected to continue growing. 30．What is paragraph 1 mainly about? A．The history of Australia. B．The customs of Australia. C．The character of Australians. D．The population structure of Australia. 31．What does the underlined word “embodies” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Maintains. B．Represents. C．Assesses. D．Predicts. 32．From which can we see Australia’s success in education? A．The higher educational standards. B．The better overall grades of students. C．The increasing number of immigrant children. D．The better performance of immigrant children. 33．In which aspect does educational success benefit Australia? A．Bringing in more skilled migrants. B．Reforming the immigration policy. C．Developing immigration programs. D．Making a booming labour market. 【答案】30．D 31．B 32．D 33．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章阐述了澳大利亚独特多元文化的历史成因、反歧视法律的实施及其作为多元文化成功范例的体现，特别是在教育成就和吸引技术移民方面展现出的积极影响。 30．主旨大意题。由文章第一段内容“Australia is proud of a unique history that has been shaped by the diversity of her inhabitants. The three main elements that have been central to the creation of Australia’s population composition are the diversity of her native population, colonization by the British in the past and the extensive immigration from diverse cultures.(澳大利亚以其独特的历史而自豪，这一历史是由其居民的多样性塑造的。形成澳大利亚人口构成的三个主要因素是:本土人口的多样性、过去英国人的殖民统治以及来自不同文化的大量移民。)”可知，该段主要讲述了澳大利亚人口结构的三个主要构成要素：原住民的多样性、英国过去的殖民以及来自不同文化的大量移民。因此，第一段主要讲述的是澳大利亚的人口结构。故选D。 31．词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句子“Australia is home to the world’s cultures and inhabitants who can identify with more than 270 ancestries (祖先). From the year 1945, the number of people who have immigrated to Australia from different parts of the globe is approximately seven million. The country considers the rich cultural diversity as its main strength which embodies its national identity.(澳大利亚是世界文化和居民的家园，他们可以认同超过270个祖先。自1945年以来，从世界各地移民到澳大利亚的人数约为700万。国家认为丰富的文化多样性是其主要优势，这embodies其民族身份。)”可知，从世界各地移民到澳大利亚的人数众多，导致了其文化多样性，同时体现了其民族身份，embodies在这里的意思是“体现”或“代表”。故选B。 32．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“On a range of measures, Australia is a multicultural success story. On educational attainment, studies show that children of immigrants in Australia get better average results than children of native-born Australians.(从一系列衡量标准来看，澳大利亚是一个多元文化的成功故事。在教育成就方面，研究表明，澳大利亚移民子女的平均成绩优于本土出生的澳大利亚人子女。)”可知，澳大利亚教育成功的体现是移民子女更好的学习成绩。故选D。 33．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“The success in educational performance is mirrored in the broader economy of Australia as it attracts a significant proportion of skilled migrants annually who have a high labour market participation rate.(教育成绩的成功反映在澳大利亚更广泛的经济中，因为它每年吸引着相当比例的高劳动市场参与率的技术移民。)”可知，教育成功给澳大利亚带来的益处是吸引更多技术移民。故选A。 主题01 人与自然——环境 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西大同·期末） Birds of a feather flock together, so the saying goes. But scientists studying the behaviour of starlings (栗头丽椋鸟) have found their ability to give and take makes their relationships closer to human friendships. About 10% of bird species breed (哺育) “cooperatively”, meaning some individuals quit breeding to help others care for their young. Some species even help those they are unrelated to. Now researchers studying super starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favour when the “helper” bird has its own young. Professor Dustin Rubenstein, a co-author of the study from the University of Columbia, said such behaviour was probably necessary for super starlings to live in a environment where drought is common and food is limited. “Two birds probably can't feed their offspring on their own, so they need these helpers to help them, ” he said, adding that as each breeding pair produces few young, birds must be found from outside the family group to help the young survive. “What happens is that the non-relatives come into the group, and they breed pretty quickly, usually in the first year, maybe the second year, and then they take some time off and some of the other birds breed, ” said Rubenstein. “But they’re forming these pairwise relationships, in the sense that I might help you this year, and then you’ll help me in the future. ” The results reveal that rather than helping birds at random, starlings preferentially helped breeding birds that were related to them, particularly if they were born in the same nest. However, they also helped unrelated breeding birds, even when there were opportunities to help relatives. The team found helpers tended to aid specific breeding birds. Crucially, these pairs of breeders and helpers often switched roles from one breeding season to the next. “You can think of them as friendships, in the sense that they’re not relatives, ” said Rubenstein. 34．What does the study find about starlings? A．Some are born with the ability to give and take. B．There exist human-like friendships among them. C．Their skills to make friends is closer to human. D．They tend to ask relatives to care for their young. 35．Why do starlings establish cooperative relationships? A．To improve their living conditions. B．To help each other with breeding. C．To make friends with newcomers. D．To maintain their species diversity. 36．How do starlings help each other? A．By bettering their relationships with others. B．By feeding their young birds on their own. C．By getting more birds to join in their group. D．By making sure the young continue to live. 37．Which of the following best describes the behaviour of starlings? A．Gain-or-lose. B．Self-sacrificing. C．Give-and-take. D．Self-sustaining. 【答案】34．B 35．B 36．D 37．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了哥伦比亚大学的一项研究发现，栗头丽椋鸟互相帮助照顾彼此的幼鸟，存在类似人类的友谊。 34．细节理解题。根据第一段中“But scientists studying the behaviour of starlings have found their ability to give and take makes their relationships closer to human friendships.(但是研究椋鸟行为的科学家发现，它们的给予和接受能力使它们的关系更接近人类的友谊)”可知，研究发现栗头丽椋鸟之间存在类似人类的友谊。故选B。 35．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Now researchers studying super starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favour when the “helper” bird has its own young.(现在，研究栗头丽椋鸟的研究人员发现，这种支持是双向的，那些在喂养或保护雏鸟时得到帮助的鸟类，会在“帮助者”鸟类有了自己的雏鸟时回报它们)”以及第三段中““Two birds probably can't feed their offspring on their own, so they need these helpers to help them, ” he said, adding that as each breeding pair produces few young, birds must be found from outside the family group to help the young survive.(他说：“两只鸟可能无法独自喂养它们的后代，所以它们需要这些帮手来帮助它们。”他补充说，由于每对繁殖的幼鸟很少，必须从家庭群体之外找到鸟类来帮助幼鸟生存)”可知，栗头丽椋鸟建立合作关系是为了互相帮助哺育后代。故选B。 36．推理判断题。根据第三段中““Two birds probably can’t feed their offspring on their own, so they need these helpers to help them, ” he said, adding that as each breeding pair produces few young, birds must be found from outside the family group to help the young survive.(“两只鸟可能无法独自喂养它们的后代，所以它们需要这些帮助者来帮助它们，”他说，并补充说，由于每对繁殖的鸟产下的幼鸟很少，所以必须从家庭群体之外找到鸟来帮助幼鸟生存)”可知，栗头丽椋鸟的幼鸟繁育的数量很少，因此必须从家族以外的群体中寻找其他鸟来帮助幼鸟生存。由此可推知，栗头丽椋鸟是通过支持幼鸟生存下来的方式来帮助彼此。故选D。 37．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Now researchers studying super starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favour when the “helper” bird has its own young.(现在，研究栗头丽椋鸟的研究人员发现，这种支持是双向的，那些在喂养或保护雏鸟时得到帮助的鸟类，会在“帮助者”鸟类有了自己的雏鸟时回报它们)”以及最后一段中“Crucially, these pairs of breeders and helpers often switched roles from one breeding season to the next.(至关重要的是，这些繁殖者和帮助者经常在一个繁殖季节到下一个繁殖季节之间切换角色)”可知，这些繁殖者和帮手的配对组合常常在每个繁殖季节之间互换角色。由此推断，栗头丽椋鸟是互惠互助的。故选C。 Passage 2 （24-25高二下·山西晋中·期末） The journey to Lost Lake was no ordinary adventure. The sharp, rocky path near California’s San Andreas Fault was a challenge for anyone, and it was especially daunting for a group of scientists and students with diverse abilities. Led by University of Florida geologist Anita Marshall, the team included researchers with vision, hearing and mobility differences. Their mission was to explore the narrow blue lake formed by plate movements, but the tough landscape seemed difficult to overcome for some. For those unable to get through the rough landscape, drones (无人机) provided a solution. These aerial devices offered bird’s-eye views of the lake, allowing everyone to participate in the research. “Just because you can’t do it like someone else doesn’t mean you can’t do it,” Marshall explained, emphasizing the trip’s purpose to rethink traditional fieldwork methods. This innovative approach not only made the trip accessible but also created a sense of unity and creativity among the participants. The trip was organized by the International Association for Geoscience Diversity, which aims to make science more-inclusive. According to 2021 data, only 3% of STEM workers are disabled, a statistic that reflects accessibility barriers rather than a lack of ability. Western Michigan University paleontologist Taormina Lepore noted, “It’s really about empathy (同理心) as much as science,” after using AI apps to analyze rocks during the trip. This idea was shared by Jennifer Piatek, a professor from Central Connecticut State who uses a wheelchair. Piatek examined rock samples collected by others while viewing the landscape through drone recordings. Back in the laboratory, accessibility remained a significant challenge. Alyssa Paparella, a researcher at Baylor College, recalled how science buildings often lacked automatic door openers, sending a discouraging message to those with mobility differences. However, small changes can make a big difference. Venu Varanasi, an engineer from the University of Texas, introduced adjustments like removing lower shelves for wheelchair access and using high-contrast signage. These changes not only benefited disabled researchers but also improved safety for everyone. 38．What does the underlined word “daunting” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A．Discouraging. B．Exciting. C．Boring. D．Interesting. 39．What role did drones play during the Lost Lake field trip? A．Collecting rock samples from risky areas. B．Monitoring earthquake activity in real time. C．Offering visual access to disabled participants. D．Measuring water quality for environmental studies. 40．What can we learn about Jennifer Piatek from the text? A．She collected rock samples by herself. B．Her experience proved the approach effective. C．She developed the drone recording technology. D．Her research relied on physical access to the lake. 41．What is the author’s main purpose in writing the text? A．To criticize the lack of accessibility in STEM fields. B．To introduce a unique scientific research journey. C．To stress that drones are essential for field research. D．To advocate inclusive practices in scientific exploration. 【答案】38．A 39．C 40．B 41．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要通过描述一群科学家和学生前往失落湖的探险经历，说明了传统科研方法的局限性，并强调通过创新手段提升科学研究的可及性和包容性。 38．词句猜测题。根据划线单词所在语境“The sharp, rocky path near California’s San Andreas Fault was a challenge for anyone, and it was especially daunting for a group of scientists and students with diverse abilities. (加利福尼亚圣安德烈亚斯断层附近陡峭的岩石小径对任何人都是挑战，尤其令一群能力各异的科学家和学生……。)”中的“especially”可知，“daunting”与前文“challenge”形成递进关系，描述崎岖地形对能力各异的团队而言更具难度。选项A“discouraging”意为“令人气馁的”符合“挑战”带来的负面感受，即地形令人望而却步。故选A。 39．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“For those unable to get through the rough landscape, drones (无人机) provided a solution. These aerial devices offered bird’s-eye views of the lake, allowing everyone to participate in the research. (对于无法穿越复杂地貌的人，无人机提供了解决方案。这些航空设备提供了湖泊的鸟瞰视角，使每个人都能参与研究。)”可知，无人机为无法穿越崎岖地形的成员提供了湖泊的鸟瞰视角，使他们能参与研究。故选C。 40．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Western Michigan University paleontologist Taormina Lepore noted, “It’s really about empathy (同理心) as much as science,” after using AI apps to analyze rocks during the trip. This idea was shared by Jennifer Piatek, a professor from Central Connecticut State who uses a wheelchair. Piatek examined rock samples collected by others while viewing the landscape through drone recordings. (西密歇根大学古生物学家Taormina Lepore在考察中使用人工智能应用分析岩石后指出：“这其实关乎同理心，其重要性不亚于科学本身。”这一观点得到了中央康涅狄格州立大学轮椅使用者Jennifer Piatek的认同。她通过无人机记录观察地形，同时检查他人采集的岩石样本。)”可知，Jennifer Piatek使用轮椅，通过无人机记录观察地形，并检查他人采集的岩石样本。由此可知，她的经历体现了无人机辅助方案的可行性。故选B。 41．推理判断题。根据文章内容可知，文章围绕迷失湖考察之旅展开，重点描述研究团队通过无人机等创新方式帮助残障成员参与科研，强调包容性的重要性。国际地球科学多样性协会的宗旨、STEM领域残障工作者比例的数据，以及实验室无障碍改造等内容，均指向倡导科学探索中的包容性实践这一核心。选项D“To advocate inclusive practices in scientific exploration. (倡导科学探索中的包容性实践。)”准确概括了文章通过具体案例（无人机辅助、无障碍改造）呼吁打破科研障碍的意图。故选D。 Passage 3 （24-25高二下·山西吕梁·期末） Even if you don’t worry that artificial intelligence (AI) will destroy the human race, you might concern that its fearsome appetite for electricity will destroy the environment. Asking ChatGPT a question means using ten times more energy than an old-fashioned search inquiry. Google’s greenhouse-gas emissions (排放) rose by nearly half between 2019 and 2023, as the AI boom took off; Microsoft’s have been up by almost 30% since 2020. With huge investments in new data centres planned, more rises seem to happen. But the spread of such pessimistic sentiments (悲观情绪) is inappropriate. In absolute terms, AI may be less energy-hungry than many people assume. Better still, AI can help remove carbon from the industries that have proved hardest to clean up. Consider AI’s appetite for energy first. The International Energy Agency (IEA) thinks that electricity consumption by data centres could as much as triple (三倍) in the next five years. Even if energy usage soars, though, the base is still low. Data centres today account for about 1.5% of the world’s electricity consumption — and the vast majority of that is due to streaming, social media and online shopping, not AI. Moreover, some of AI’s electricity use will help with greening the economy. As we explain in this week’s Science & Technology section, AI excels at identifying complex patterns, processing giant data sets and upgrading systems, all of which can help reduce emissions. AI is already helping improve the efficiency of electrical networks, cut fuel use in shipping and spot otherwise invisible leaks of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. The task for policymakers and industry bosses is to maximize such benefits while minimizing the climate impacts. The most elegant solution would be for governments to impose a proper price on carbon and leave the market to do its work. 42．What is the author’s main argument regarding AI’s energy consumption? A．Governments must immediately stop AI development. B．AI will cause environmental disaster to the human race. C．Current concerns about AI’s energy impact are overstated. D．Streaming services and social media pose greater threats than AI. 43．What does the underlined word “soars” in paragraph 2 most probably mean? A．Increase s quickly. B．Looks normal. C．Falls sharply. D．Comes easily. 44．How does AI help to reduce emissions? A．By shutting down high- pollution factories. B．By developing new carbon capture technologies. C．By completely replacing traditional energy sources. D．By conducting AI-powered data and system operations. 45．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．Data Centre: Powering the Future B．Google and Microsoft’s Carbon Crisis C．AI: Energy Consumer or Climate Rescuer D．AI: Environmental Threat or Economic Booster 【答案】42．C 43．A 44．D 45．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章指出尽管AI的电力消耗引发环境担忧，但其实际能耗被高估，且AI能通过优化系统和数据分析助力减排；政策制定者需平衡其气候影响与环保效益。 42．推理判断题。根据第一段“But the spread of such pessimistic sentiments (悲观情绪) is inappropriate. In absolute terms, AI may be less energy-hungry than many people assume. Better still, AI can help remove carbon from the industries that have proved hardest to clean up. (但此类悲观情绪的蔓延并不恰当。从绝对值来看，AI的能耗可能比人们想象的要低。更好的是，AI可以帮助那些被证明最难清理的行业消除碳排放。)”可知，作者认为不应悲观地预测AI的能源影响，而且AI具有环保潜力。由此可知，作者的观点是“对AI能源影响的当前担忧被夸大了”。故选C项。 43．词句猜测题。根据画线词的上文“The International Energy Agency (IEA) thinks that electricity consumption by data centres could as much as triple (三倍) in the next five years. (国际能源署(IEA)认为，数据中心的用电量在未来五年内可能会增加三倍。)”和下文“the base is still low (基数仍然很低)”可知，前后有让步关系，AI的能源消耗基数很小，画线词所表示的趋势应与前面提到的数据中心的电力消耗增加一致，画线词意思应该是“快速增加，猛涨”。故选A项。 44．细节理解题。根据第三段中“As we explain in this week’s Science & Technology section, AI excels at identifying complex patterns, processing giant data sets and upgrading systems, all of which can help reduce emissions. (正如我们在本周的科学与技术部分所解释的那样，AI擅长识别复杂的模式、处理庞大的数据集和升级系统，所有这些都有助于减少排放。)”可知，AI驱动的数据与系统操作可以减少排放。故选D项。 45．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段中“Even if you don’t worry that artificial intelligence (AI) will destroy the human race, you might concern that its fearsome appetite for electricity will destroy the environment. (即使你不担心人工智能(AI)会毁灭人类，你也可能会担心它对电力的可怕需求会破坏环境。)”和“Better still, AI can help remove carbon from the industries that have proved hardest to clean up. (更好的是，AI可以帮助那些被证明最难清理的行业消除碳排放。)”可知，文章先承认AI的能耗问题，但指出担忧被夸大，后强调AI在减排中的实际应用。因此，C项“AI：能源消耗者还是气候拯救者？”凸显了对AI能源影响的两种争论，最适合作为文章标题。故选C项。 主题02 人与自我——生活与学习 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·陕西安康·期末） It’s probably not surprising that a new study has linked added sugar consumption to an increased risk of heart disease, but a less expected discovery is that those who have an occasional sweet treat appear to be at a reduced risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) problems. Eating a pastry, cake, or chocolate bar every so often may be better for your heart than a “zerosugar” diet, which might cause nutrient deficiencies and energy crashes, etc., according to the research team from Lund University in Sweden. The researchers looked at records of 69,705 people in Swedish public health databases. The participants, aged between 45 and 83, were quizzed on their diet and lifestyle in 1997 and 2009, then tracked up to 2019. Sugar intake was grouped into three categories: sugary toppings (like honey), sweet treats (like pastries and sweets), and sweetened beverages (like fizzy drinks). Type of added sugar consumed was then cross-referenced (相互对照) against seven types of cardiovascular diseases, including strokes and heart attacks, with several other risk factors (such as smoking) accounted for. The associations varied between sugar type and heart disease type. Overall though, the lowest risks across all cardiovascular diseases were found in those who limited themselves to a sweet treat every now and again. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to the different ways in which we get our sugar: what other foods and drinks we have with the sugar, for example, as well as how regularly we include added sugar in our diet. “Liquid sugars, found in sweetened beverages, typically provide less satiety than solid forms—they make you feel less full—potentially leading to over consumption,” says Janzi. “Context also matters—treats are often enjoyed in social settings or special occasions, while sweetened beverages might be consumed more regularly.” Bear in mind that these findings imply relationships, rather than proving cause and effect. They also don’t factor in other health consequences—like damage to teeth for example—and need to be taken in context with what we already know about sugar. 46．How do researchers conduct the study? A．By consulting doctors. B．By doing experiments. C．By analyzing databases. D．By interviewing patients. 47．What does the underlined word “satiety” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Fullness. B．Sweetness. C．Anxiety. D．Confidence. 48．What is the author’s attitude towards the finding? A．Supportive. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Careful. 49．What is the purpose of the text? A．To present a finding to the readers. B．To advocate for regular sugar consumption. C．To urge policymakers to ban sweet. D．To challenge existing scientific knowledge. 【答案】46．C 47．A 48．D 49．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项关于添加糖摄入与心血管疾病风险关系的研究发现。 46．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“The researchers looked at records of 69,705 people in Swedish public health databases. The participants, aged between 45 and 83, were quizzed on their diet and lifestyle in 1997 and 2009, then tracked up to 2019.(研究人员查看了瑞典公共卫生数据库中69,705人的记录。这些参与者年龄在45岁至83岁之间，在1997年和2009年接受了关于饮食和生活方式的调查，随后跟踪至2019年)”可知，研究人员是通过分析数据库进行这项研究的。故选C项。 47．词义猜测题。根据第四段中的“Liquid sugars, found in sweetened beverages, typically provide less satiety than solid forms—they make you feel less full—potentially leading to over consumption.(甜味饮料中的液态糖通常比固态糖提供的satiety更弱——它们让你感觉没那么饱——这可能会导致过度消费)”可知，“satiety”与“full”意思相近，指“饱腹感”。故选A项。 48．推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Bear in mind that these findings imply relationships, rather than proving cause and effect. They also don’t factor in other health consequences—like damage to teeth for example—and need to be taken in context with what we already know about sugar.(请记住，这些发现暗示的是相关性，而不是证明因果关系。它们也没有考虑到其他健康后果——比如对牙齿的损害——需要结合我们已经知道的关于糖的知识来理解)”可知，作者对这一发现的态度是谨慎的。故选D项。 49．推理判断题。第一段“It’s probably not surprising that a new study has linked added sugar consumption to an increased risk of heart disease, but a less expected discovery is that those who have an occasional sweet treat appear to be at a reduced risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) problems.(一项新研究发现，摄入添加糖与心脏病风险增加有关，这或许并不令人意外，但一个较出人意料的发现是：偶尔吃点甜食的人，患心血管疾病的风险似乎会降低)直接引出了研究发现。接着第二段介绍了研究的过程，第三段说明了研究结果 “the lowest risks across all cardiovascular diseases were found in those who limited themselves to a sweet treat every now and again.(在那些偶尔吃甜食的人身上发现了所有心血管疾病中最低的风险)”，第四段进一步分析了不同糖类对人体的影响等，最后一段虽然提到了研究的局限性，但也是围绕着这项研究发现展开说明。全文围绕关于添加糖摄入与心血管疾病关系的研究发现展开，因此目的是向读者呈现这一发现，故选A项。 Passage 2 （24-25高二下·陕西咸阳·期末） Pineapple Moon and Other Poems for Children is a delightful collection of poems that offers a comforting bedtime experience, gently guiding young readers into a peaceful night. One of the first things that struck me about this book is the stunning illustrations that accompany each poem. The colors are soft, adding to the calming messages within the verses (诗). The artwork captures the imagination in such a gentle manner that it’s hard not to feel a sense of calm simply by flipping through the pages. The poems themselves are lyrical, encouraging children to embrace their uniqueness and love themselves just as they are. They celebrate the beauty of being different and remind children that happiness can often be found in the simplest things. Each poem concludes with a clear moral, encouraging children to reflect on all the ways they are truly wonderful and special. This thoughtful approach makes Pineapple Moon and Other Poems for Children not just a collection of bedtime poems, but also leaves an opportunity for meaningful educational discussions over breakfast the next day. This collection is particularly meaningful for quieter kids — those who may feel overlooked or out of place amid the chaos of childhood social interactions. As a parent of special needs children who march to the beat of their own drum, I find the messages of encouragement for timid children to be heart-warming and inspire them to be braver. The themes promote the understanding that standing out is just as important as fitting in, and every child deserves to feel secure and loved for who they are. This book is a remarkable collection full of positive lessons and beautiful illustrations. It’s a book that every parent should consider adding to their nightly reading routine. Not only does it bring joy to children, but it also supports their growth in understanding self-love and appreciation for who they are. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to foster a sense of self-worth and happiness in their children as they head off to dreamland. 50．What impressed the author about the book at first? A．The affordable price. B．The calming messages. C．The well-written poems. D．The appealing artwork. 51．How can the poems in the book be best described? A．Long but imaginative. B．Short but thought-provoking. C．Beautiful and meaningful. D．Common and hard-to-understand. 52．What does Paragraph 4 focus on? A．How to make kids feel secure and loved. B．Why this book is a perfect fit for shy kids. C．How social interactions affect childhood. D．What a parent of special children should do. 53．What is the key message conveyed in the book? A．Embracing your true self. B．Prioritizing sound sleep. C．Showing greater care for others. D．Fostering creativity in children. 【答案】50．D 51．C 52．B 53．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了Pineapple Moon and Other Poems for Children这一诗集，其有精美插画和优美诗歌，传递接纳自我等积极信息，尤其适合安静孩子，值得家长纳入夜间阅读。 50．细节理解题。根据第二段“One of the first things that struck me about this book is the stunning illustrations that accompany each poem. The colors are soft, adding to the calming messages within the verses (诗).(这本书最先吸引我的一件事是每首诗都配有精美的插图。颜色柔和，增添了诗句中平静的信息)”可知，最先吸引作者的是书中精美的插图，也就是有吸引力的艺术作品。故选D。 51．推理判断题。根据第三段“The poems themselves are lyrical, encouraging children to embrace their uniqueness and love themselves just as they are. Each poem concludes with a clear moral, encouraging children to reflect on all the ways they are truly wonderful and special.(这些诗本身富有抒情性，鼓励孩子们接受自己的独特性，爱自己本来的样子。每首诗都以一个明确的寓意结尾，鼓励孩子们反思自己真正精彩和特别的方方面面)”可知，书中的诗既优美又富有意义。故选C。 52．主旨大意题。根据第四段“This collection is particularly meaningful for quieter kids — those who may feel overlooked or out of place amid the chaos of childhood social interactions.(这个诗集对安静的孩子特别有意义——那些在童年社交互动的混乱中可能感到被忽视或格格不入的孩子)”以及后文对这本书如何鼓励内向孩子的描述可知，第四段主要介绍了为什么这本书非常适合害羞的孩子。故选B。 53．主旨大意题。根据第三段“The poems themselves are lyrical, encouraging children to embrace their uniqueness and love themselves just as they are.(这些诗本身富有抒情性，鼓励孩子们接受自己的独特性，爱自己本来的样子)”以及第四段“The themes promote the understanding that standing out is just as important as fitting in, and every child deserves to feel secure and loved for who they are.(这些主题促进了这样一种理解：脱颖而出和融入群体同样重要，每个孩子都应该因为自己的本真而感到安全和被爱)”可知，这本书传达的关键信息是接纳真实的自我。故选A。 Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） Like many people over the past few years, I have found myself turning to audiobooks as my main means of reading literature. After a day of squinting (眯眼看) at my laptop, I find it far more comfortable to“ read with my ears” while my eyes are resting. My consumption of news has doubled as a result-but a recent-paper makes me wonder if this will come at the price of my comprehension. The study comes from Boaz Keysar and Janet Geipel, both at the University of Chicago, and it draws from the “dual process model” of mental processing. According to this view, we have two ways of assessing information. System 1 is intuitive (直觉的), relying on natural ability and feeling. It is quick, but likely exposed to misinformation. System 2 is analytical involving the use of logic reasoning. It is mentally demanding. When it is engaged, we think our way through the material step by step. For decades, psychologists have designed various tests to determine which of these two systems a person is using. As one example, consider the following question: How many animals of each kind did Moses take on the Ark (方舟)? If you answered two, you were probably only considering the core of the question, which is System 1 thinking. To get to the right answer—zero, you need to think more carefully about the wording, which would allow you to remember it was Noah who built the Ark, not Moses. That is the kind of analytical process. Keysar and Geipel’s brilliant idea was to investigate whether the sensory form — seeing vs. hearing — of the information would make a difference. They found that it did: when answering these kinds of simple questions, participants were more likely to make errors when the sentences were spoken out loud, rather than written. A greater reliance on our feelings could be a problem if we are consuming information that needs logical study. For this reason, I will return to reading non-fiction with my eyes rather than my ears. But I won’t stop listening to novels. I am quite happy to go, with the flow of my emotions while my critical mind takes a break. 54．What does the author think of listening to audiobooks? A．It slows his reading progress. B．It is the only means of reading books for him. C．It consumes much time when listening to a book. D．It gives his eyes a break before screens. 55．Which of the following best describes System 2 model? A．Fairly reliable. B．Fully automatic. C．Question-centered. D．Emotion-involved. 56．Why is the Ark mentioned in paragraph 2? A．To present a fact. B．To illustrate a view. C．To introduce a topic. D．To draw a conclusion. 57．What does the author intend to tell us? A．Listening to books comes at a price. B．Reading non-fiction books benefits. C．Critical thinking is a must in reading. D．Ways of processing information differ. 【答案】54．D 55．A 56．B 57．A 【导语】本文为一篇说明文。文章主要围绕作者使用有声书作为阅读方式的经历和体验展开，并引入了一项关于信息处理方式的研究，以此为基础探讨了有声书对阅读理解可能产生的影响。 54．推理判断题。根据文章第一段“After a day of squinting (眯眼看) at my laptop, I find it far more comfortable to“ read with my ears” while my eyes are resting.(在眯着眼睛盯着笔记本电脑一天之后，我发现在眼睛休息的时候“用耳朵阅读”要舒服得多。)”可知，作者认为听有声读物会让他的眼睛在屏幕前休息一下。故选D。 55．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“System 2 is analytical involving the use of logic reasoning. It is mentally demanding. When it is engaged, we think our way through the material step by step.(系统2是分析性的，涉及逻辑推理的使用。这是精神上的要求。当它参与时，我们一步一步地思考材料。)”可知，System 2涉及使用逻辑推理进行信息处理，它要求精神上的努力，通过一步一步地思考材料来得出结论。因此，System 2的结果相对可靠。故选A。 56．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“As one example, consider the following question: How many animals of each kind did Moses take on the Ark (方舟)? If you answered two, you were probably only considering the core of the question, which is System 1 thinking. To get to the right answer—zero, you need to think more carefully about the wording, which would allow you to remember it was Noah who built the Ark, not Moses. That is the kind of analytical process.(举个例子，考虑下面的问题：摩西带了多少种动物上了方舟？如果你回答了两个，你可能只考虑了问题的核心，即系统1思维。为了得到正确的答案——零，你需要更仔细地思考措辞，这将使你记住是诺亚建造了方舟，而不是摩西。这是一种分析过程。)”可知，作者提到方舟是为了举例说明一个观点，即System 1和System 2在处理信息时的不同方式。故选B。 57．主旨大意题。通读全文，尤其是第一段“After a day of squinting (眯眼看) at my laptop, I find it far more comfortable to“ read with my ears” while my eyes are resting. My consumption of news has doubled as a result-but a recent-paper makes me wonder if this will come at the price of my comprehension.(在眯着眼睛盯着笔记本电脑一天之后，我发现在眼睛休息的时候“用耳朵阅读”要舒服得多。因此，我对新闻的消费翻了一番——但最近的一篇论文让我怀疑，这是否会以我的理解力为代价。)”可知，作者通过分享自己使用有声书作为阅读方式的经历，以及引入关于信息处理方式的研究，因此作者意在表明听书可能会带来理解上的代价。故选A。 主题03 人与社会——社会问题与社会现象 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西晋中·期末） Lego has opened a $1 billion factory in Vietnam, aiming to power its entire operations with clean energy by 2026. Located near Ho Chi Minh City, this facility — the company’s sixth globally and second in Asia — will produce colorful plastic bricks for growing Southeast Asian markets while supporting Lego’s goal to get rid of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The factory, covering an area as large as 62 soccer fields, uses solar panels and battery storage to meet most of its energy needs. Over 12,400 solar panels will generate power, stored in large batteries for continuous use. The remaining 10%-20% of energy will come from agreements with renewable energy suppliers. Vietnam, which aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, sees the factory as a model for sustainable manufacturing (制造业). Mimi Vu, a sustainability expert in Ho Chi Minh City, praised Lego for proving large factories can balance profit and environmental responsibility. The project also benefits from Vietnam’s new 2024 policy allowing foreign companies to directly purchase clean energy from local producers. The factory uses high-tech robots to create bricks with extreme precision, while skilled workers monitor operations. Many employees received training at Lego’s China facility. To reduce environmental impact, the company planted 50,000 trees — double the number removed during construction — and replaced plastic packaging with paper bags, a first for Lego factories. Despite progress, challenges remain. Lego bricks are still made from oil-based plastic, though a third of the materials used in 2023 came from recycled or renewable sources. Niels Christiansen, Lego’s CEO, admitted sustainable alternatives are costlier but stressed the importance of investing in eco-friendly supply chains. Vietnam’s manufacturing industry, which accounts for 20% of its GDP, plans to phase out coal power by 2040. Lego’s factory fits in with this vision, showcasing how innovation and clean energy can drive industrial growth. The factory will also supply Australia and other Asian markets through a new distribution center. By prioritizing renewable energy and efficiency, Lego hopes to inspire global industries to adopt greener practices while keeping childhood creativity alive — one brick at a time. 58．What can be concluded about Lego’s energy strategy? A．It ignores the need for battery storage technology. B．It puts cost reduction ahead of environmental goals. C．It relies entirely on Vietnam’s solar energy facilities. D．It combines on-site solar power and external supplies. 59．What does the text indicate about Vietnam’s policy in 2024? A．It requires factories to plant 50,000 trees annually. B．It prioritizes coal power for manufacturing growth. C．It restricts foreign companies from using solar panels. D．It helps Lego achieve its clean energy goals more easily. 60．What challenge does Lego still face despite its progress? A．Lack of skilled workers in Vietnam. B．High costs of sustainable materials. C．Insufficient solar panels for energy needs. D．Conflicts with local tree-planting policies. 61．What is the best title for the text? A．Lego’s Vietnam Factory Drives the Use of Clean Energy B．Vietnam’s Economic Growth Through Foreign Investment C．Lego’s New Factory: A Threat to Traditional Manufacturing D．Africa’s Green Boost: Clean Energy Powers Industrial Growth 【答案】58．D 59．D 60．B 61．A 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了乐高在越南开10亿美元工厂，计划2026年全用清洁能源，助力2050零排放目标。 58．细节理解题。根据第二段“The factory, covering an area as large as 62 soccer fields, uses solar panels and battery storage to meet most of its energy needs. Over 12,400 solar panels will generate power, stored in large batteries for continuous use. The remaining 10%-20% of energy will come from agreements with renewable energy suppliers.(该工厂占地面积达62个足球场那么大，它利用太阳能电池板和电池储能系统来满足大部分的能源需求。超过12400块太阳能电池板将发电，并通过大型电池储存起来以供持续使用。其余10%至20%的能源将来自与可再生能源供应商签订的协议)”可知，乐高公司的能源策略采用了内部太阳能发电和外部能源供应相结合的方式。故选D。 59．推理判断题。根据第三段“The project also benefits from Vietnam’s new 2024 policy allowing foreign companies to directly purchase clean energy from local producers.(该项目还得益于越南出台的新的Z024政策，该政策允许外国公司直接从当地生产商那里购买清洁能源)”可知，越南在2024年的政策有助于乐高更轻松地实现其清洁能源目标。故选D。 60．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Lego bricks are still made from oil-based plastic, though a third of the materials used in 2023 came from recycled or renewable sources. Niels Christiansen, Lego’s CEO, admitted sustainable alternatives are costlier but stressed the importance of investing in eco-friendly supply chains.(乐高积木仍然使用基于石油的塑料材料制造，不过 2023 年所使用的材料中有三分之一来自回收或可再生资源。乐高公司的首席执行官尼尔斯·克里斯蒂安森承认，可持续替代品成本更高，但他强调了投资于环保供应链的重要性)”可知，尽管乐高取得了诸多进步，但它仍面临着可持续材料成本高昂的挑战。故选B。 61．主旨大意题。根据第一段“Lego has opened a $1 billion factory in Vietnam, aiming to power its entire operations with clean energy by 2026. Located near Ho Chi Minh City, this facility — the company’s sixth globally and second in Asia — will produce colorful plastic bricks for growing Southeast Asian markets while supporting Lego’s goal to get rid of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.(乐高公司在越南开设了一家投资10亿美元的工厂，计划到2026年通过使用清洁能源来支撑其全部运营。该工厂位于胡志明市附近，是该公司在全球的第六家工厂，也是在亚洲的第二家工厂。它将生产色彩鲜艳的塑料积木，以满足快速增长的东南亚市场的需求，同时助力乐高实现到2050年完全消除温室气体排放的目标)”结合后文的具体措施及面临的挑战可知，A选项“乐高越南工厂推动清洁能源的使用”最符合文章标题。故选A。 Passage 2 （24-25高二下·山西运城·期末） Over the recent months, many news agencies have been reporting a trend involving Generation Alpha, aged 1 to 14. According to a report from NielsenIQ, a global marketing research firm, US households with 6 to 12-year-old children spent 27 percent more on skincare last year than they did the year before. What’s more, they’ve been buying beauty products specially developed for older customers. Some people believe such fascination among Gen Alpha is merely a passing trend. However, experts think it is physical appearance anxiety that may be driving Gen Alpha to invest so much time, money, and effort into looking good. Physical appearance anxiety is a form of worry about perceived physical imperfections. Factors such as low self-esteem or fear of being rejected can make people more likely to experience appearance anxiety. Generation Alpha has a high risk of having physical appearance anxiety as they spend hours consuming content on apps like TikTok. Digital platforms like this can expose kids to influencers with “perfect” faces and bodies. This false version of reality lead them to have negative feelings about their own appearance. Appearance anxiety isn’t limited to one’s physical features. Gen Alpha kids may also feel anxious if they’re wearing the “wrong” clothes or carrying an unfashionable schoolbag. They will feel more withdrawn and lose their self-confidence, so they tend to avoid people or even stop interacting with others altogether. Some parents think that taking their Gen Alpha children to buy the best clothes or make-up may help relieve their kids’ anxiety over their appearance. But keep in mind that the feeling of satisfaction that they’d get from this is short-term. Instead of emptying your wallet, help your child to develop a sense of self-sympathy. Learning how to treat themselves with love, acceptance, and understanding can have a positive and lasting effect on mental health, which may help to reduce appearance anxiety. 62．What does the report from NielsenIQ say about Generation Alpha? A．They care much about their looks. B．They hold great spending power. C．They use make-up to look mature. D．They spend more time with the elders. 63．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The popularity of digital platforms. B．The negative impacts of social media. C．The rise of digital content consumption. D．The possible causes of appearance anxiety. 64．What does Gen Alpha kids’ appearance anxiety result in? A．Worse physical appearance. B．Inability to fit in with others. C．Ignorance of the dress code. D．Avoidance of social problems. 65．What should children do to overcome appearance anxiety? A．Enlarge their social circle. B．Relate to each other. C．Appreciate self-worth. D．Focus on academic performance. 【答案】62．A 63．D 64．B 65．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了Alpha世代外貌焦虑的现象、原因、负面影响及应对方法。 【详解】62．细节理解题。根据第一段中“According to a report from NielsenIQ, a global marketing research firm, US households with 6 to 12-year-old children spent 27 percent more on skincare last year than they did the year before. What’s more, they’ve been buying beauty products specially developed for older customers. (根据全球市场研究公司尼尔森IQ的一份报告，有6至12岁儿童的美国家庭去年在护肤品上的支出比前一年增加了27%。更重要的是，他们一直在购买专门为年长顾客开发的美容产品)”可知，尼尔森IQ的报告显示，Alpha世代很在意自己的外表。故选A。 63．主旨大意题。根据第三段“Physical appearance anxiety is a form of worry about perceived physical imperfections. Factors such as low self-esteem or fear of being rejected can make people more likely to experience appearance anxiety. Generation Alpha has a high risk of having physical appearance anxiety as they spend hours consuming content on apps like TikTok. Digital platforms like this can expose kids to influencers with “perfect” faces and bodies. This false version of reality lead them to have negative feelings about their own appearance. (外貌焦虑是一种对感知到的身体缺陷的担忧。自卑或害怕被拒绝等因素会让人更容易产生外貌焦虑。Alpha世代在TikTok等应用程序上花费数小时浏览内容，因此他们出现外貌焦虑的风险很高。像这样的数字平台会让孩子们接触到拥有‘完美’面容和身材的网红。这种虚假的现实版本会让他们对自己的外表产生负面情绪)”可知，第三段主要讲了外貌焦虑的可能原因。故选D。 64．推理判断题。根据第四段中“Gen Alpha kids may also feel anxious if they’re wearing the “wrong” clothes or carrying an unfashionable schoolbag. They will feel more withdrawn and lose their self-confidence, so they tend to avoid people or even stop interacting with others altogether. (如果Alpha世代的孩子们穿着‘错误’的衣服或背着不时髦的书包，他们也可能感到焦虑。他们会变得更加孤僻，失去自信，因此他们倾向于避开他人，甚至完全停止与他人互动)”可推知，Alpha世代孩子的外貌焦虑导致他们无法融入他人。故选B。 65．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Instead of emptying your wallet, help your child to develop a sense of self-sympathy. Learning how to treat themselves with love, acceptance, and understanding can have a positive and lasting effect on mental health, which may help to reduce appearance anxiety. (与其掏空钱包，不如帮助孩子培养自我关怀的意识。学会用爱、接纳和理解来对待自己，这会对心理健康产生积极且持久的影响，或许有助于减轻外貌焦虑)”可推知，孩子们应该欣赏自我价值来克服外貌焦虑。故选C。 Passage 3 （24-25高二下·陕西安康·期末） “Turn off, tune out and drop in.” That’s the message to customers at a Dutch digital detox (戒瘾) cafe who are paying for the benefit from leaving their phone s at the door. The Offline Club, which began life in Amsterdam, offers an oasis (乐土) of calm and pause from the constant digital business of life lived through the black glass of a smartphone. It creates moments of quiet reflection, and encourages conversations with strangers instead of endless keyboard arguments typed out 280 characters at a time. With board games, a piano and books on hand, the idea is to exchange recharging your device for refilling your soul, even for just a few hours. Aided by word spreading on social media, the club has already branched out to multiple cities across the Netherlands, and is now ready for an international launch. “People love it: they tell us this is exactly what they’ve been waiting for; they can’t believe It didn’t exist already,” says co-founder Ilya Kneppelhout. “A girl called Belinda who struggled with stress and anxiety told us she hadn’t felt so at peace with herself in a year and a half.” Customers switch between time to themselves and time to connect. “People don’t just pay to get rid of their phones — they’re also paying to meet others,” says Kneppelhout. “We live in quite a world where we’re more connected online, but in the physical world, it’s hard to meet people.” He’s already had a group of digital downtime followers in the UK, where Georgina Sturmer, who has worked with clients experiencing over-dependence on phones, points out another benefit of a switched-off society. “We are constantly at risk of having every word or image captured and shared,” she says. “This sense of being endlessly photographed is something that has come with these devices being in our lives so much. Wouldn’t it be great to feel safe knowing it doesn’t matter if we’re having a bad hair day, or don’t really like our outfit?” 66．What is the main purpose of the Offline Club? A．To sell coffee and snacks without digital impacts. B．To teach people how to use social media more effectively. C．To create phone-free zones for authentic in-person interactions. D．To offer cures for people suffering from severe stress and anxiety. 67．How did the cafe become more and more popular? A．By media’s advertising. B．By netizens’ commenting online. C．By employees’ handing out leaflets. D．By customers’ word-of-mouth promoting. 68．Why is Belinda mentioned in the third paragraph? A．To show the effect of the cafe. B．To explain the cause of her anxiety. C．To stress the seriousness of her situation. D．To introduce the problem of modern people. 69．What is the benefit of a “switched-off society” according to Georgina Sturmer? A．It allows people to focus better on work tasks. B．It significantly reduces the cost of running a cafe. C．It avoids being constantly recorded and shared online. D．It guarantees that everyone will have a perfect hair day. 【答案】66．C 67．B 68．A 69．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了荷兰一家名为“Offline Club”的数字戒瘾咖啡馆，它通过提供一个无手机的环境，鼓励人们进行真实的面对面交流。 66．细节理解题。根据第一段中“The Offline Club, which began life in Amsterdam, offers an oasis ( 乐土 ) of calm and pause from the constant digital business of life lived through the black glass of a smartphone. It creates moments of quiet reflection, and encourages conversations with strangers instead of endless keyboard arguments typed out 280 characters at a time.(这家起源于阿姆斯特丹的“Offline Club”，为人们提供了一片宁静的乐土，让人们能从智能手机那黑玻璃屏幕所承载的无休止的数字生活忙碌中稍作停歇。它创造了安静沉思的时刻，鼓励人们与陌生人交流，而非进行一段段280个字符的无休止键盘争论)”可知，Offline Club的主要目的是创造无手机区域，鼓励真实的面对面交流。故选C。 67．推理判断题。根据第二段中“Aided by word spreading on social media, the club has already branched out to multiple cities across the Netherlands, and is now ready for an international launch.(在社交媒体上传播的口碑的帮助下，该俱乐部已经扩展到荷兰的多个城市，现在准备进行国际推广)”及第三段““People love it: they tell us this is exactly what they’ve been waiting for; they can’t believe It didn’t exist already,” says co-founder Ilya Kneppelhout. “A girl called Belinda who struggled with stress and anxiety told us she hadn’t felt so at peace with herself in a year and a half.”(“人们很喜欢这里：他们告诉我们，这正是他们一直期待的地方；他们不敢相信这样的地方竟然才出现。” 联合创始人伊利亚・克内佩尔豪特说，“一个叫贝琳达的女孩深受压力和焦虑困扰，她告诉我们，这是她一年半以来第一次感到如此平静”)”可知，这家咖啡馆是通过网民在网上评论而变得越来越受欢迎的。故选B。 68．推理判断题。根据第三段中“A girl called Belinda who struggled with stress and anxiety told us she hadn’t felt so at peace with herself in a year and a half.(一个名叫贝琳达的女孩一直在与压力和焦虑作斗争，她告诉我们，她已经有一年半没有像现在这样感到内心平静了)”可知，第三段提到Belinda是为了展示咖啡馆对缓解压力和焦虑的效果。故选A。 69．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Georgina Sturmer, who has worked with clients experiencing over-dependence on phones, points out another benefit of a switched-off society. “We are constantly at risk of having every word or image captured and shared,” she says. “This sense of being endlessly photographed is something that has come with these devices being in our lives so much. Wouldn’t it be great to feel safe knowing it doesn’t matter if we’re having a bad hair day, or don’t really like our outfit?”(Georgina Sturmer曾与过度依赖手机的客户合作，她指出了关闭手机社会的另一个好处。她说：“我们随时都面临着每一句话、每一个画面被捕捉并分享的风险。这种被无休止地拍照的感觉是这些设备充斥我们的生活所带来的。如果我们知道自己今天发型不好看，或者不太喜欢自己的衣服，但仍然感到安全，那岂不是很好？”)”可知，Georgina Sturmer认为关闭手机社会的好处是可以避免被不断记录和分享到网上。故选C。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题03 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我——阅读、疾病 Passage 1：1．B 2．D 3．C Passage 2：4．B 5．C 6．B 7．C Passage 3：8．D 9．B 10．B 11．A 主题02 人与社会——旅游观光 Passage 1：12．A 13．D 14．C 15．D Passage 2：16．B 17．A 18．C Passage 3：19．B 20．A 21．A 主题03 人与自然——自然生态 Passage 1：22．B 23．B 24．C 25．B Passage 2：26．C 27．A 28．D 29．B Passage 3：30．D 31．B 32．D 33．A 主题01 人与自然——环境 Passage 1：34．B 35．B 36．D 37．C： Passage 2：38．A 39．C 40．B 41．D Passage 3：42．C 43．A 44．D 45．C 主题02 人与自我——生活与学习 Passage 1：46．C 47．A 48．D 49．A Passage 2：50．D 51．C 52．B 53．A Passage 3：54．D 55．A 56．B 57．A 主题03 人与社会——社会问题与社会现象 Passage 1：58．D 59．D 60．B 61．A Passage 2：62．A 63．D 64．B 65．C Passage 3：66．C 67．B 68．A 69．C / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题03 阅读理解（说明文） 主题01 人与自我——阅读、疾病 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西运城·期末） All living things must one day die, and Earth’s largest creature, the blue whale, is no exception. But in nature, death is never a true ending. As a ninety-year-old blue whale dies, one story ends and another begins. Caldecott Medalist Jason Chin’s astonishing artwork enriches and amplifies well-researched text by writer Lynn Brunelle. Young lovers of the macabre (可怕的) will enjoy each page of Life After Whale: The Amazing Ecosystem of a Whale Fall. This book is ideal for young readers who love simple, clear facts about animals or for older readers who will find the decomposition (分解) process fascinating. Educators will also appreciate the clear organization and descriptive writing style. · Gabrielle Stoller: Excellent for teaching about ecosystems and the symbiotic relationship that can occur even after death of an animal; excellent nonfiction text for classrooms. · Book Nerds In MN: I really never knew about this phenomenon at all. This would be a great book for elementary school age to age 100+! · Kristen Watts: This book is an incredible resource for anyone who is interested in what exactly a whale fall is and what it entails. Yes, it’s a beautiful picture book; however, it also gives you just the main idea. · Anne Librarian: Fantastic nonfiction picture book about an ecosystem in the ocean that kids might not know about a whale fall. Lynn Brunelle’s text is age appropriate and full of detail. Jason Chin’s artwork is fantastic — his artwork always adds so much to nonfiction. Glad to have this in our library collection. 1．What can we know about the book? A．It is written by Jason Chin. B．It is suitable for readers of all ages. C．It is awarded Caldecott Medal. D．It aims to raise environmental awareness. 2．What could Gabrielle Stoller’s identity be? A．A parent. B．A writer. C．A student. D．An educator. 3．What do Kristen Watts and Anne Librarian’s words have in common about the new book? A．It focuses on the roles of ecosystem. B．It tells an interesting story about whales. C．It is a book with excellent text and pictures. D．It would be even better if some details were added. Passage 2 （24-25高二下·宁夏固原·期末） Obesity and diabetes (糖尿病) are affecting more young people, with many sharing their experiences of being diagnosed with diabetes at a young age on social media. The hashtag “diabetes affecting young people” has been viewed over 46 million times on Sina Weibo. Dr. Guo Xiaohui, a senior endocrinologist, said that 20 years ago, none of her diabetic patients were under 30, but now about 20% are. Dr. Yao Qiyuan from a hospital’s obesity department noted there are diabetes patients in middle or even primary school, some of whom are obese and have high blood pressure. It’s surprising that a 12-year-old child can have blood sugar at 20 mmol/L and blood pressure at 200 mmHg. It’s known that obesity is a major cause of diabetes and heart diseases. A 2020 report showed about 10% of children under 6 and 20% of those aged 6-17 are obese. Dr. Xie Zhuangli explained that young people with chronic diseases like diabetes face a higher risk of complications. For example, diabetes complications (并发症) usually appear 5-10 years after diagnosis, so young patients have more time to develop them, which can affect multiple organs, cause kidney problems, blindness, or even amputation, bringing serious impacts on their lives and families. Experts say the rise in young diabetics is due to oily and sugary diets, unhealthy daily routines, and lack of knowledge about chronic diseases. Many young people think such diseases only affect the elderly and seek treatment only after severe complications occur. Dr. Yao suggested enhancing health education for teenagers, monitoring their diets, and ensuring enough time for sports. 4．What does the data from Dr. Guo Xiaohui show? A．There were no diabetic patients 20 years ago. B．The number of young diabetic patients has increased. C．Most diabetic patients are now under 30. D．20% of people under 30 have diabetes. 5．Why do young people with diabetes have a higher risk of complications? A．They have more serious symptoms at the beginning. B．Complications appear earlier in young people. C．They have a longer time to develop complications after diagnosis. D．They don’t take medicine on time. 6．Which is NOT a reason for the young diabetics mentioned in the passage? A．Unhealthy eating habits. B．Lack of exercise. C．Unhealthy daily schedules. D．Lack of knowledge about chronic diseases. 7．What is Dr. Yao’s suggestion to solve the problem? A．Controlling the production of sugary drinks. B．Encouraging young people to drink more water. C．Providing more health education for teenagers. D．Making laws to limit young people’s use of social media. Passage 3 （24-25高二下·山西晋城·期末） A nonprofit group has identified over 1,500 books that local schools in America have banned from their libraries and classrooms in 2022 — 2023. The American Library Association (ALA) says there were more attempts to ban books from schools last year than ever before. Gay Ivey, professor of literacy and her research partner Peter Johnston have studied students’ motivations to read. They also have studied how students react to reading young adult literature. Ivey said reading books considered “disturbing” by students was beneficial for their learning and emotional development. And parents also noticed a growth in their children after they read the disturbing books. In one of Ivey and Johnston’s studies, they spent a year in a middle school. They asked eighth grade students in an English class to choose any book they wanted to read. The teens were not under any pressure from teachers to finish the book or to produce any schoolwork about the book. Many of the students chose to read books that deal with difficult subjects like depression. Some of the books students chose were ones that schools around the country have banned. Students are drawn to books that deal with troubling subjects. Instead of being harmed by such subjects, reading about fictional characters made them more empathetic (感同身受的). Ivey said they also were more thoughtful about the characters’ motivations and actions. The researchers found that reading made the students happier, and helped some heal from sadness or depression. The difficult nature of the books made the students more likely to discuss the subjects with teachers, parents and friends. Ivey said reading texts with difficult and troubling subject matter makes students more involved readers and learners. Students are able to relate to characters facing difficult decisions and think about how they would react to a situation described in the book. Reading disturbing books also made students more likely to learn as a group, the researchers said. With the troubling texts, sometimes it is “really necessary to grab everybody around you and put all heads around it and teach each other,” Ivey said. “More and different kinds of learning happens in those situations.” 8．What is the function of Paragraph 1? A．To call for confirming banned books. B．To encourage people to read. C．To make readers interested. D．To lead in the topic of the text. 9．What can we learn about Gray Ivey? A．She is engaged in youth literature creation. B．She researches students’ reaction to reading young adult books. C．She thinks that restricting teenage reading is meaningless. D．She suggests that students lack motivation to read disturbing books. 10．What is the main idea of Paragraph 6? A．Reading is profitable for adjusting mental health. B．Rendıng disturbing books has positive effects. C．To improve the reading ability of adolescent students is important. D．Reading can enhance communication and interaction with students. 11．What can we draw from the text? A．Reading is usually beneficial. B．The more you read, the more in the stomach empty. C．Reading without the use of the book is equal to wasting paper. D．Reading a good book is a conversation with a lot of good people. 主题02 人与社会——旅游观光 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西太原·期末） Decades ago, space travel was strictly controlled by government space agencies. Missions were purely for scientific research or national honor with ordinary citizens not allowed to dream of such a journey. At present, space tourism remains in its early days. Far-sighted enterprises have made space travel more accessible. Recent orbital and suborbital flights have proven the viability of commercial space travel. Yet, the high expenses involved mean that only the wealthy and major sponsors can currently afford it. Some companies offer short space flights for a taste of weightlessness and breathtaking views of Earth, while others are trying lunar flybys, paving the way for broader public participation in the future. In the upcoming ten years, with more participants entering the space tourism market, prices are likely to drop, making space travel available to a wider audience. Collaborations may provide opportunities for ordinary people to experience space. Trips could extend beyond short-term flights, with the Moon becoming a popular destination and Mars potentially within reach as technology advances. Customized experiences, such as space science tours or luxury space stays, will probably be offered. People also expect the space tourism to integrate with the entertainment industry, perhaps featuring space concerts. But the industry faces significant obstacles. High costs act as a barrier to widespread participation. Rocket launches contribute to environmental pollution, and regulatory frameworks are still being developed. Additionally, passengers face health risks. Despite these difficulties, space tourism has the potential to inspire future generations and drive technological innovation, serving as a stepping-stone for further space exploration. Addressing cost, safety, and environmental issues is crucial for its long-term success. 12．What does the underlined word “viability” in paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Possibility. B．Necessity. C．Value. D．Risk. 13．What is the current state of space tourism? A．It has a broad public participation. B．It is sponsored by high-tech companies. C．It is primarily used in science research. D．It is in the initial stage of development. 14．What trend of space tourism is expected according to the text? A．Guaranteed safety. B．Government support. C．Diverse experiences. D．Proper management. 15．What is the writing purpose of the text? A．To advertise space tourism. B．To advocate space science education. C．To show the limitation of space tourism. D．To introduce the development of space tourism. Passage 2 （23-24高二下·陕西安康·期末） Here are some of European cities for football lovers.Munich Germany’s most successful team regularly sells out the ultramodern 75,000-capacity Allianz Arena. The stadium is a real spectacle. If you can’t get there for a match, the behind-the-scenes tour is a good alternative. Tours include access to the FC Bayern Museum, where countless trophies are on display. Stadium tour: £9.5 for children, £22 for adults.Barcelona Although Camp Nou stadium is being rebuilt, the museum remains open in another part of the Camp Nou complex. Ticket upgrades include a “Robokeeper” option for kids who want to practice their football skills in the stadium. Barcelona is a fun city to explore with kids, with beaches, ice-cream shops, the family-friendly CosmoCaixa science museum. Museum entry: £18 for children, £24 for adults.London The 62,850-capacity Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was opened in 2019. On non-match days, the stadium tour is an eye-opener — kids can sit in the same dressing room seats as their heroes, but just as appealing for families is the Dare Skywalk, an ascent up the stadium exterior (suitable for ages eight and above). Stadium tour: £16 for children, £27 for adults. Dare Skywalk: £31 for children, £39 for adults.Liverpool Anfield Stadium is one of the best-known football stadiums on the planet. Young fans will find plenty to enjoy on the stadium tour, with photo opportunities, dressing room access and great views across the city. The Anfield Abseil is new this year, a chance to abseil down the side of the stadium (suitable for ages 10 and above). Stadium tours: £14 for children, £23 for adults. Anfield Abseil: £38 for children, £45 for adults. 16．Which stadium is impossible for children to tour at present? A．Allianz Arena. B．Camp Nou. C．Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. D．Anfield Stadium. 17．How much will a father with a kid pay for the tour to Anfield Stadium? A．£37. B．£59. C．£61. D．£83. 18．What is the purpose of the text? A．To point out the importance of having a break. B．To encourage people to watch football matches. C．To present several cities full of football atmosphere. D．To introduce the functions of some famous stadiums. Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） China has many UNESCO Global Geoparks (地质公园) and here are four newly amazing ones to help you know better about China’s beauty.●Xingyi UNESCO Global Geopark On March 27, 2024, this park in Guizhou was listed as a new UNESCO Global Geopark. This is the second geopark in Guizhou to successfully obtain this renowned title. It is inhabited by various ethnic minority groups, including the Buyi, Miao, Yi, Hui, Gelao and Shui. Among them, the Buyi people are known for their expertise in weaving.●Wugongshan UNESCO Global Geopark Located where the three cities, Pingxiang, Yichun, and Ji’an in Jiangxi meet, it is characterized by fascinating geological landscapes. The geopark is rich in well-preserved geological heritage, making it a crucial site for studying the early action of forming of the South China Block.●Mount Changbaishan UNESCO Global Geopark Located in Jilin, this geopark is like an open-air classroom for volcanism, with dramatic landforms and diverse rock types that document significant multiple eruptions. The “millennium eruption”, which took place around 1,000 years ago, is one of the largest volcanic eruptions in modern history and has left a lasting impact, creating international fame and significance.●Enshi Grand Canyon-Tenglongdong Cave UNESCO Global Geopark The geopark lies in Hubei, which is home to the rich cultural heritage of the Tujia, Miao, and Dong ethnic minority groups. The geological landscape supports remarkable biodiversity, with thick forests covering 67.3% of the geopark, an area of over 450 km2. In particular, there are varieties of plant species in the geopark. 19．What do we know about the first geopark? A．It features a large desert landscape. B．It is home to some ethnic minorities. C．It is the second one to be built in Guizhou. D．It lies at the intersection of three cities. 20．What is the third geopark famous for? A．The unique volcano. B．The single rock type. C．The dramatic classrooms. D．The historical documents. 21．Who may be attracted to the last geopark most probably? A．Botanists. B．Politicians. C．Astronomers. D．Mathematicians. 主题03 人与自然——自然生态 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西吕梁·期末） Around 1745, Chinese emperor and poet Qianlong was sailing on the Yangtze River toward Zhenjiang when he encountered a breathtaking sight: a group of Yangtze finless porpoises (海豚) emerged from the water’s surface. He wrote a poem about it. “Porpoises chased moonlight on silvered tides, as dragons summoned storm-clouds loom in sight.” Almost 300 years later, scientists wanted to chart the historical range of this critically endangered animal, so they searched hundreds of ancient Chinese poems to seek mentions of it, hoping to map its historical distribution (分布) and thus better understand threats to this species. The Yangtze finless porpoises, the world’s only freshwater porpoises, are found in China’s Yangtze River. About 1,250 individuals are left in the wild. “Having access to past data allows us to detect when declines began and relate those changes to potential threats like habitat destruction, climate change, overhunting, disease or the introduction of invasive species,” says Yaoyao Zhang, an ecologist at the Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Zhang and her team turned to ancient poems because official records rarely mentioned these animals. “Using an online database of Chinese literature, we searched for various historical names of the Yangtze finless porpoise across dynamic poetry, confirming each mention to ensure it referred to the porpoise and not other animals,” Zhang says. The research, published on Monday in Current Biology, revealed 724 poems that mentioned the porpoises. Half contained information about where they were seen. This window into the past revealed that the porpoises’ range has decreased by around 65 percent over 1,400 years, with a rapid decline in the past century. Poems from the distant past mentioned these animals living in tributaries (支流) and lakes along the Yangtze, but in more recent poems, these references dramatically decreased. This study builds on previous examples of using historical texts to understand species distributions and human-caused biodiversity losses. Next, the research team plans to further analyze the collected poems for more information about the past environment and porpoise groups. 22．Why did scientists study ancient Chinese poems? A．To analyze Qianlong’s poetry about natural phenomena. B．To track historical distribution of Yangtze finless porpoises. C．To prove ancient poems are more reliable than official records. D．To promote public awareness of freshwater species conservation. 23．What is special about Yangtze finless porpoises? A．They were first documented in Chinese ancient poetry. B．They are the only freshwater porpoises in the world. C．They began to drop in number 1,400 years ago. D．They can survive in both rivers and seawater. 24．How did researchers ensure the accuracy of porpoise references in poems? A．By focusing on poems only from the Qing Dynasty. B．By comparing poetry records with modern sightings. C．By checking historical names and dropping other animals. D．By working together with literature experts worldwide. 25．What does the research on ancient poems show? A．The number of Yangtze finless porpoises is increasing. B．The range of porpoises has decreased significantly. C．Climate change caused the most rapid decline. D．Official records contained more location data. Passage 2 （23-24高二下·青海西宁·期末） WHY SHENNONGJIA? As we know, in 2016, Shennongjia made it on to the UNESCO World Heritage List. But there are so many important places not yet on this list. So you might ask: why Shennongjia? UNESCO awarded Shennongjia this status because it meets two criteria required by the list. It contains a naturally-balanced environment that allows the many and various species to live and prosper. It is also one of the rare locations in the world where scientists can observe in real time the ecological and biological processes that occur as the plants and animals develop and evolve. For the first criterion, Shennongjia is apparently one of the most “complete” natural areas in the world. The region rises from about 400 metres to over 3, 000 metres above sealevel, giving it the name the “Roof of Central China”. For the second criterion, we can see that Shennongjia has incredible biodiversity. Look at this slide. According to official statistics, over 3, 000 plant species have been recorded there. This represents more than ten percent of China’s total floral richness. It is a challenge to look after so many species. In winter, scientists brave heavy snow and freezing temperatures to supply food to the Golden Snub-nosed Monkey. Thanks to their efforts, the monkey’s population has doubled since the 1980s.Their number reached over 1, 300 in 2015 and continues to grow. But the most impressive aspect of Shennongjia is the local people, who take things from nature without causing damage. I visited a local village which is known for its home-made honey. What is special about the honey is that it is produced by the earliest species of Chinese bee. All of this explains why Shennongjia earned—and deserves—its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List, as well as highlighting how understanding, awareness and hard work have contributed towards protecting a unique and wonderful part of our natural world. 26．Why is Shennongjia included in the UNESCO World Heritage List? A．Because its forests stretch on and on like great green seas. B．Because it is the legendary father of Chinese herbal medicine. C．Because it satisfies the two requirements for the status. D．Because it has the mysterious creature called “Yeren”. 27．Shennongjia is also called the“ ”. A．Roof of Central China B．Roof of Northern China C．Roof of Eastern China D．Roof of Southern China 28．How does the author think of the scientists in Shennongjia? A．Patient. B．Careful. C．Confident. D．Hard-working. 29．According to the text, what impressed the author most? A．A local village. B．The local people. C．Some special monkeys. D．The wild bees. Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） Australia is proud of a unique history that has been shaped by the diversity of her inhabitants. The three main elements that have been central to the creation of Australia’s population composition are the diversity of her native population, colonization by the British in the past and the extensive immigration from diverse cultures. Australia is home to the world’s cultures and inhabitants who can identify with more than 270 ancestries (祖先). From the year 1945, the number of people who have immigrated to Australia from different parts of the globe is approximately seven million. The country considers the rich cultural diversity as its main strength which embodies its national identity. In 1975, there was the racial discrimination (歧视) act, which meant that discrimination in the country was against the law. Later in 1995, the act was extended to ensure that any acts of racial hatred (仇恨) were against the law. To date, the act has been used in ensuring that Australia sends a strong message on the collective commitment to promoting racial equality and the significance of fairness for all. On a range of measures, Australia is a multicultural success story. On educational attainment, studies show that children of immigrants in Australia get better average results than children of native-born Australians. This is significant because according to research conducted by the OECD, the successful integration of immigrant students is an important indicator of a country’s success in its education system and equity and broader socially combinative policies. The success in educational performance is mirrored in the broader economy of Australia as it attracts a significant proportion of skilled migrants annually who have a high labour market participation rate. In the year between 2016-2017, skilled migrants accounted for 67.3 percent of the total immigration program outcome that year. The net effect of a multiculturalism policy for Australia has been a brain gain for Australia and this is expected to continue growing. 30．What is paragraph 1 mainly about? A．The history of Australia. B．The customs of Australia. C．The character of Australians. D．The population structure of Australia. 31．What does the underlined word “embodies” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Maintains. B．Represents. C．Assesses. D．Predicts. 32．From which can we see Australia’s success in education? A．The higher educational standards. B．The better overall grades of students. C．The increasing number of immigrant children. D．The better performance of immigrant children. 33．In which aspect does educational success benefit Australia? A．Bringing in more skilled migrants. B．Reforming the immigration policy. C．Developing immigration programs. D．Making a booming labour market. 主题01 人与自然——环境 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西大同·期末） Birds of a feather flock together, so the saying goes. But scientists studying the behaviour of starlings (栗头丽椋鸟) have found their ability to give and take makes their relationships closer to human friendships. About 10% of bird species breed (哺育) “cooperatively”, meaning some individuals quit breeding to help others care for their young. Some species even help those they are unrelated to. Now researchers studying super starlings have found the support cuts both ways, with birds that received help in feeding or guarding their chicks returning the favour when the “helper” bird has its own young. Professor Dustin Rubenstein, a co-author of the study from the University of Columbia, said such behaviour was probably necessary for super starlings to live in a environment where drought is common and food is limited. “Two birds probably can't feed their offspring on their own, so they need these helpers to help them, ” he said, adding that as each breeding pair produces few young, birds must be found from outside the family group to help the young survive. “What happens is that the non-relatives come into the group, and they breed pretty quickly, usually in the first year, maybe the second year, and then they take some time off and some of the other birds breed, ” said Rubenstein. “But they’re forming these pairwise relationships, in the sense that I might help you this year, and then you’ll help me in the future. ” The results reveal that rather than helping birds at random, starlings preferentially helped breeding birds that were related to them, particularly if they were born in the same nest. However, they also helped unrelated breeding birds, even when there were opportunities to help relatives. The team found helpers tended to aid specific breeding birds. Crucially, these pairs of breeders and helpers often switched roles from one breeding season to the next. “You can think of them as friendships, in the sense that they’re not relatives, ” said Rubenstein. 34．What does the study find about starlings? A．Some are born with the ability to give and take. B．There exist human-like friendships among them. C．Their skills to make friends is closer to human. D．They tend to ask relatives to care for their young. 35．Why do starlings establish cooperative relationships? A．To improve their living conditions. B．To help each other with breeding. C．To make friends with newcomers. D．To maintain their species diversity. 36．How do starlings help each other? A．By bettering their relationships with others. B．By feeding their young birds on their own. C．By getting more birds to join in their group. D．By making sure the young continue to live. 37．Which of the following best describes the behaviour of starlings? A．Gain-or-lose. B．Self-sacrificing. C．Give-and-take. D．Self-sustaining. Passage 2 （24-25高二下·山西晋中·期末） The journey to Lost Lake was no ordinary adventure. The sharp, rocky path near California’s San Andreas Fault was a challenge for anyone, and it was especially daunting for a group of scientists and students with diverse abilities. Led by University of Florida geologist Anita Marshall, the team included researchers with vision, hearing and mobility differences. Their mission was to explore the narrow blue lake formed by plate movements, but the tough landscape seemed difficult to overcome for some. For those unable to get through the rough landscape, drones (无人机) provided a solution. These aerial devices offered bird’s-eye views of the lake, allowing everyone to participate in the research. “Just because you can’t do it like someone else doesn’t mean you can’t do it,” Marshall explained, emphasizing the trip’s purpose to rethink traditional fieldwork methods. This innovative approach not only made the trip accessible but also created a sense of unity and creativity among the participants. The trip was organized by the International Association for Geoscience Diversity, which aims to make science more-inclusive. According to 2021 data, only 3% of STEM workers are disabled, a statistic that reflects accessibility barriers rather than a lack of ability. Western Michigan University paleontologist Taormina Lepore noted, “It’s really about empathy (同理心) as much as science,” after using AI apps to analyze rocks during the trip. This idea was shared by Jennifer Piatek, a professor from Central Connecticut State who uses a wheelchair. Piatek examined rock samples collected by others while viewing the landscape through drone recordings. Back in the laboratory, accessibility remained a significant challenge. Alyssa Paparella, a researcher at Baylor College, recalled how science buildings often lacked automatic door openers, sending a discouraging message to those with mobility differences. However, small changes can make a big difference. Venu Varanasi, an engineer from the University of Texas, introduced adjustments like removing lower shelves for wheelchair access and using high-contrast signage. These changes not only benefited disabled researchers but also improved safety for everyone. 38．What does the underlined word “daunting” in paragraph 1 probably mean? A．Discouraging. B．Exciting. C．Boring. D．Interesting. 39．What role did drones play during the Lost Lake field trip? A．Collecting rock samples from risky areas. B．Monitoring earthquake activity in real time. C．Offering visual access to disabled participants. D．Measuring water quality for environmental studies. 40．What can we learn about Jennifer Piatek from the text? A．She collected rock samples by herself. B．Her experience proved the approach effective. C．She developed the drone recording technology. D．Her research relied on physical access to the lake. 41．What is the author’s main purpose in writing the text? A．To criticize the lack of accessibility in STEM fields. B．To introduce a unique scientific research journey. C．To stress that drones are essential for field research. D．To advocate inclusive practices in scientific exploration. Passage 3 （24-25高二下·山西吕梁·期末） Even if you don’t worry that artificial intelligence (AI) will destroy the human race, you might concern that its fearsome appetite for electricity will destroy the environment. Asking ChatGPT a question means using ten times more energy than an old-fashioned search inquiry. Google’s greenhouse-gas emissions (排放) rose by nearly half between 2019 and 2023, as the AI boom took off; Microsoft’s have been up by almost 30% since 2020. With huge investments in new data centres planned, more rises seem to happen. But the spread of such pessimistic sentiments (悲观情绪) is inappropriate. In absolute terms, AI may be less energy-hungry than many people assume. Better still, AI can help remove carbon from the industries that have proved hardest to clean up. Consider AI’s appetite for energy first. The International Energy Agency (IEA) thinks that electricity consumption by data centres could as much as triple (三倍) in the next five years. Even if energy usage soars, though, the base is still low. Data centres today account for about 1.5% of the world’s electricity consumption — and the vast majority of that is due to streaming, social media and online shopping, not AI. Moreover, some of AI’s electricity use will help with greening the economy. As we explain in this week’s Science & Technology section, AI excels at identifying complex patterns, processing giant data sets and upgrading systems, all of which can help reduce emissions. AI is already helping improve the efficiency of electrical networks, cut fuel use in shipping and spot otherwise invisible leaks of methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. The task for policymakers and industry bosses is to maximize such benefits while minimizing the climate impacts. The most elegant solution would be for governments to impose a proper price on carbon and leave the market to do its work. 42．What is the author’s main argument regarding AI’s energy consumption? A．Governments must immediately stop AI development. B．AI will cause environmental disaster to the human race. C．Current concerns about AI’s energy impact are overstated. D．Streaming services and social media pose greater threats than AI. 43．What does the underlined word “soars” in paragraph 2 most probably mean? A．Increase s quickly. B．Looks normal. C．Falls sharply. D．Comes easily. 44．How does AI help to reduce emissions? A．By shutting down high- pollution factories. B．By developing new carbon capture technologies. C．By completely replacing traditional energy sources. D．By conducting AI-powered data and system operations. 45．Which of the following is the best title for the text? A．Data Centre: Powering the Future B．Google and Microsoft’s Carbon Crisis C．AI: Energy Consumer or Climate Rescuer D．AI: Environmental Threat or Economic Booster 主题02 人与自我——生活与学习 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·陕西安康·期末） It’s probably not surprising that a new study has linked added sugar consumption to an increased risk of heart disease, but a less expected discovery is that those who have an occasional sweet treat appear to be at a reduced risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) problems. Eating a pastry, cake, or chocolate bar every so often may be better for your heart than a “zerosugar” diet, which might cause nutrient deficiencies and energy crashes, etc., according to the research team from Lund University in Sweden. The researchers looked at records of 69,705 people in Swedish public health databases. The participants, aged between 45 and 83, were quizzed on their diet and lifestyle in 1997 and 2009, then tracked up to 2019. Sugar intake was grouped into three categories: sugary toppings (like honey), sweet treats (like pastries and sweets), and sweetened beverages (like fizzy drinks). Type of added sugar consumed was then cross-referenced (相互对照) against seven types of cardiovascular diseases, including strokes and heart attacks, with several other risk factors (such as smoking) accounted for. The associations varied between sugar type and heart disease type. Overall though, the lowest risks across all cardiovascular diseases were found in those who limited themselves to a sweet treat every now and again. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to the different ways in which we get our sugar: what other foods and drinks we have with the sugar, for example, as well as how regularly we include added sugar in our diet. “Liquid sugars, found in sweetened beverages, typically provide less satiety than solid forms—they make you feel less full—potentially leading to over consumption,” says Janzi. “Context also matters—treats are often enjoyed in social settings or special occasions, while sweetened beverages might be consumed more regularly.” Bear in mind that these findings imply relationships, rather than proving cause and effect. They also don’t factor in other health consequences—like damage to teeth for example—and need to be taken in context with what we already know about sugar. 46．How do researchers conduct the study? A．By consulting doctors. B．By doing experiments. C．By analyzing databases. D．By interviewing patients. 47．What does the underlined word “satiety” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Fullness. B．Sweetness. C．Anxiety. D．Confidence. 48．What is the author’s attitude towards the finding? A．Supportive. B．Doubtful. C．Indifferent. D．Careful. 49．What is the purpose of the text? A．To present a finding to the readers. B．To advocate for regular sugar consumption. C．To urge policymakers to ban sweet. D．To challenge existing scientific knowledge. Passage 2 （24-25高二下·陕西咸阳·期末） Pineapple Moon and Other Poems for Children is a delightful collection of poems that offers a comforting bedtime experience, gently guiding young readers into a peaceful night. One of the first things that struck me about this book is the stunning illustrations that accompany each poem. The colors are soft, adding to the calming messages within the verses (诗). The artwork captures the imagination in such a gentle manner that it’s hard not to feel a sense of calm simply by flipping through the pages. The poems themselves are lyrical, encouraging children to embrace their uniqueness and love themselves just as they are. They celebrate the beauty of being different and remind children that happiness can often be found in the simplest things. Each poem concludes with a clear moral, encouraging children to reflect on all the ways they are truly wonderful and special. This thoughtful approach makes Pineapple Moon and Other Poems for Children not just a collection of bedtime poems, but also leaves an opportunity for meaningful educational discussions over breakfast the next day. This collection is particularly meaningful for quieter kids — those who may feel overlooked or out of place amid the chaos of childhood social interactions. As a parent of special needs children who march to the beat of their own drum, I find the messages of encouragement for timid children to be heart-warming and inspire them to be braver. The themes promote the understanding that standing out is just as important as fitting in, and every child deserves to feel secure and loved for who they are. This book is a remarkable collection full of positive lessons and beautiful illustrations. It’s a book that every parent should consider adding to their nightly reading routine. Not only does it bring joy to children, but it also supports their growth in understanding self-love and appreciation for who they are. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to foster a sense of self-worth and happiness in their children as they head off to dreamland. 50．What impressed the author about the book at first? A．The affordable price. B．The calming messages. C．The well-written poems. D．The appealing artwork. 51．How can the poems in the book be best described? A．Long but imaginative. B．Short but thought-provoking. C．Beautiful and meaningful. D．Common and hard-to-understand. 52．What does Paragraph 4 focus on? A．How to make kids feel secure and loved. B．Why this book is a perfect fit for shy kids. C．How social interactions affect childhood. D．What a parent of special children should do. 53．What is the key message conveyed in the book? A．Embracing your true self. B．Prioritizing sound sleep. C．Showing greater care for others. D．Fostering creativity in children. Passage 3 （23-24高二下·陕西西安·期末） Like many people over the past few years, I have found myself turning to audiobooks as my main means of reading literature. After a day of squinting (眯眼看) at my laptop, I find it far more comfortable to“ read with my ears” while my eyes are resting. My consumption of news has doubled as a result-but a recent-paper makes me wonder if this will come at the price of my comprehension. The study comes from Boaz Keysar and Janet Geipel, both at the University of Chicago, and it draws from the “dual process model” of mental processing. According to this view, we have two ways of assessing information. System 1 is intuitive (直觉的), relying on natural ability and feeling. It is quick, but likely exposed to misinformation. System 2 is analytical involving the use of logic reasoning. It is mentally demanding. When it is engaged, we think our way through the material step by step. For decades, psychologists have designed various tests to determine which of these two systems a person is using. As one example, consider the following question: How many animals of each kind did Moses take on the Ark (方舟)? If you answered two, you were probably only considering the core of the question, which is System 1 thinking. To get to the right answer—zero, you need to think more carefully about the wording, which would allow you to remember it was Noah who built the Ark, not Moses. That is the kind of analytical process. Keysar and Geipel’s brilliant idea was to investigate whether the sensory form — seeing vs. hearing — of the information would make a difference. They found that it did: when answering these kinds of simple questions, participants were more likely to make errors when the sentences were spoken out loud, rather than written. A greater reliance on our feelings could be a problem if we are consuming information that needs logical study. For this reason, I will return to reading non-fiction with my eyes rather than my ears. But I won’t stop listening to novels. I am quite happy to go, with the flow of my emotions while my critical mind takes a break. 54．What does the author think of listening to audiobooks? A．It slows his reading progress. B．It is the only means of reading books for him. C．It consumes much time when listening to a book. D．It gives his eyes a break before screens. 55．Which of the following best describes System 2 model? A．Fairly reliable. B．Fully automatic. C．Question-centered. D．Emotion-involved. 56．Why is the Ark mentioned in paragraph 2? A．To present a fact. B．To illustrate a view. C．To introduce a topic. D．To draw a conclusion. 57．What does the author intend to tell us? A．Listening to books comes at a price. B．Reading non-fiction books benefits. C．Critical thinking is a must in reading. D．Ways of processing information differ. 主题03 人与社会——社会问题与社会现象 Passage 1 （24-25高二下·山西晋中·期末） Lego has opened a $1 billion factory in Vietnam, aiming to power its entire operations with clean energy by 2026. Located near Ho Chi Minh City, this facility — the company’s sixth globally and second in Asia — will produce colorful plastic bricks for growing Southeast Asian markets while supporting Lego’s goal to get rid of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The factory, covering an area as large as 62 soccer fields, uses solar panels and battery storage to meet most of its energy needs. Over 12,400 solar panels will generate power, stored in large batteries for continuous use. The remaining 10%-20% of energy will come from agreements with renewable energy suppliers. Vietnam, which aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, sees the factory as a model for sustainable manufacturing (制造业). Mimi Vu, a sustainability expert in Ho Chi Minh City, praised Lego for proving large factories can balance profit and environmental responsibility. The project also benefits from Vietnam’s new 2024 policy allowing foreign companies to directly purchase clean energy from local producers. The factory uses high-tech robots to create bricks with extreme precision, while skilled workers monitor operations. Many employees received training at Lego’s China facility. To reduce environmental impact, the company planted 50,000 trees — double the number removed during construction — and replaced plastic packaging with paper bags, a first for Lego factories. Despite progress, challenges remain. Lego bricks are still made from oil-based plastic, though a third of the materials used in 2023 came from recycled or renewable sources. Niels Christiansen, Lego’s CEO, admitted sustainable alternatives are costlier but stressed the importance of investing in eco-friendly supply chains. Vietnam’s manufacturing industry, which accounts for 20% of its GDP, plans to phase out coal power by 2040. Lego’s factory fits in with this vision, showcasing how innovation and clean energy can drive industrial growth. The factory will also supply Australia and other Asian markets through a new distribution center. By prioritizing renewable energy and efficiency, Lego hopes to inspire global industries to adopt greener practices while keeping childhood creativity alive — one brick at a time. 58．What can be concluded about Lego’s energy strategy? A．It ignores the need for battery storage technology. B．It puts cost reduction ahead of environmental goals. C．It relies entirely on Vietnam’s solar energy facilities. D．It combines on-site solar power and external supplies. 59．What does the text indicate about Vietnam’s policy in 2024? A．It requires factories to plant 50,000 trees annually. B．It prioritizes coal power for manufacturing growth. C．It restricts foreign companies from using solar panels. D．It helps Lego achieve its clean energy goals more easily. 60．What challenge does Lego still face despite its progress? A．Lack of skilled workers in Vietnam. B．High costs of sustainable materials. C．Insufficient solar panels for energy needs. D．Conflicts with local tree-planting policies. 61．What is the best title for the text? A．Lego’s Vietnam Factory Drives the Use of Clean Energy B．Vietnam’s Economic Growth Through Foreign Investment C．Lego’s New Factory: A Threat to Traditional Manufacturing D．Africa’s Green Boost: Clean Energy Powers Industrial Growth Passage 2 （24-25高二下·山西运城·期末） Over the recent months, many news agencies have been reporting a trend involving Generation Alpha, aged 1 to 14. According to a report from NielsenIQ, a global marketing research firm, US households with 6 to 12-year-old children spent 27 percent more on skincare last year than they did the year before. What’s more, they’ve been buying beauty products specially developed for older customers. Some people believe such fascination among Gen Alpha is merely a passing trend. However, experts think it is physical appearance anxiety that may be driving Gen Alpha to invest so much time, money, and effort into looking good. Physical appearance anxiety is a form of worry about perceived physical imperfections. Factors such as low self-esteem or fear of being rejected can make people more likely to experience appearance anxiety. Generation Alpha has a high risk of having physical appearance anxiety as they spend hours consuming content on apps like TikTok. Digital platforms like this can expose kids to influencers with “perfect” faces and bodies. This false version of reality lead them to have negative feelings about their own appearance. Appearance anxiety isn’t limited to one’s physical features. Gen Alpha kids may also feel anxious if they’re wearing the “wrong” clothes or carrying an unfashionable schoolbag. They will feel more withdrawn and lose their self-confidence, so they tend to avoid people or even stop interacting with others altogether. Some parents think that taking their Gen Alpha children to buy the best clothes or make-up may help relieve their kids’ anxiety over their appearance. But keep in mind that the feeling of satisfaction that they’d get from this is short-term. Instead of emptying your wallet, help your child to develop a sense of self-sympathy. Learning how to treat themselves with love, acceptance, and understanding can have a positive and lasting effect on mental health, which may help to reduce appearance anxiety. 62．What does the report from NielsenIQ say about Generation Alpha? A．They care much about their looks. B．They hold great spending power. C．They use make-up to look mature. D．They spend more time with the elders. 63．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The popularity of digital platforms. B．The negative impacts of social media. C．The rise of digital content consumption. D．The possible causes of appearance anxiety. 64．What does Gen Alpha kids’ appearance anxiety result in? A．Worse physical appearance. B．Inability to fit in with others. C．Ignorance of the dress code. D．Avoidance of social problems. 65．What should children do to overcome appearance anxiety? A．Enlarge their social circle. B．Relate to each other. C．Appreciate self-worth. D．Focus on academic performance. Passage 3 （24-25高二下·陕西安康·期末） “Turn off, tune out and drop in.” That’s the message to customers at a Dutch digital detox (戒瘾) cafe who are paying for the benefit from leaving their phone s at the door. The Offline Club, which began life in Amsterdam, offers an oasis (乐土) of calm and pause from the constant digital business of life lived through the black glass of a smartphone. It creates moments of quiet reflection, and encourages conversations with strangers instead of endless keyboard arguments typed out 280 characters at a time. With board games, a piano and books on hand, the idea is to exchange recharging your device for refilling your soul, even for just a few hours. Aided by word spreading on social media, the club has already branched out to multiple cities across the Netherlands, and is now ready for an international launch. “People love it: they tell us this is exactly what they’ve been waiting for; they can’t believe It didn’t exist already,” says co-founder Ilya Kneppelhout. “A girl called Belinda who struggled with stress and anxiety told us she hadn’t felt so at peace with herself in a year and a half.” Customers switch between time to themselves and time to connect. “People don’t just pay to get rid of their phones — they’re also paying to meet others,” says Kneppelhout. “We live in quite a world where we’re more connected online, but in the physical world, it’s hard to meet people.” He’s already had a group of digital downtime followers in the UK, where Georgina Sturmer, who has worked with clients experiencing over-dependence on phones, points out another benefit of a switched-off society. “We are constantly at risk of having every word or image captured and shared,” she says. “This sense of being endlessly photographed is something that has come with these devices being in our lives so much. Wouldn’t it be great to feel safe knowing it doesn’t matter if we’re having a bad hair day, or don’t really like our outfit?” 66．What is the main purpose of the Offline Club? A．To sell coffee and snacks without digital impacts. B．To teach people how to use social media more effectively. C．To create phone-free zones for authentic in-person interactions. D．To offer cures for people suffering from severe stress and anxiety. 67．How did the cafe become more and more popular? A．By media’s advertising. B．By netizens’ commenting online. C．By employees’ handing out leaflets. D．By customers’ word-of-mouth promoting. 68．Why is Belinda mentioned in the third paragraph? A．To show the effect of the cafe. B．To explain the cause of her anxiety. C．To stress the seriousness of her situation. D．To introduce the problem of modern people. 69．What is the benefit of a “switched-off society” according to Georgina Sturmer? A．It allows people to focus better on work tasks. B．It significantly reduces the cost of running a cafe. C．It avoids being constantly recorded and shared online. D．It guarantees that everyone will have a perfect hair day. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $