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作业5 Book 2 Unit 5 (1)
I. 翻译句子并写出划线词的意思。
1. Whether you are fond of classical music or hip-hop, the music festival won’t make you unsatisfied.
2. The composer and conductor has produced many famous compositions.
3. The band has never performed in a professional studio, but it has lots of fans locally.
4. Pipa, a kind of traditional Chinese stringed instrument, plays an important role in Chinese music.
II. 单词拼写。
5. Wanting to seize the o_____________ to perform on the wonderful stage, I practice hard every afternoon.
6. Music has a magic power, which can not only give us e__________ but also comfort our soul.
7. Keep in mind that we are living in reality instead of the v_________ world.
8. His o______________ composition was lost and this one is a copy of it.
9. When ancient people couldn’t understand a natural _______________(现象),they said this was the will of God.
10. She got an a_____________ for the great discovery, which proved that woman could also attain great achievements.
Ⅲ. 语法填空。
11. I have learned traditional Chinese painting for ten years, ____________(enable) me to have a good knowledge of Chinese painting.
12. ________________(remind) not to miss the train, Tom got up early and hurried to the railway station.
13. ________________(locate) in the north of China, the city enjoys four distinctive seasons.
14. Hearing the speech, I got _______________(inspire) and decided to devote myself to studying.
15. His p______________ in the match was so striking that a famous football club invited him to join on the spot.
IV. 阅读理解。
A
On an early winter morning, a small group of students and tourists were taking pictures of the horses with their phones. These horses, known locally as takhi and globally as Przewalski’s horse, are unique. They are the only type that has never been trained and they are the fruits of one of the most successful ever wildlife reintroduction plans of Hustai National Park.
“Horses are key to our culture. Everyone is glad to have them back,” says Dashpurev with a smile, who is in charge of Hustai National Park. Once hunted to extinction in the wild in the 1960s, Przewalski’s horses now number nearly 1,000, at three sites across Mongolia, as well as in China and Kazakhstan. The largest population — numbering 423 — is in central Mongolia’s Hustai National Park. These horses are descendants (后代) of 84 animals that were airlifted from European zoos in the 1990s.
“Before the reintroduction, no one believed we could save this species,” recalls Dashpurev. Now, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has downgraded Przewalski’s horse from “critically endangered” to “endangered”, marking a significant milestone in their recovery.
However, despite this success story, Mongolia faces numerous challenges in protecting its other species. Besides hunting, the climate emergency is putting more pressure. Temperatures are rising three times faster than the global average, bringing more extreme weather events that wipe out large numbers of animals.
Faced with this crisis, the government has taken actions to protect wild areas. In 1998, Mongolia promised to protect 30% of its territory by 2030 — a goal adopted by 100 other countries in 2021. So far it is on 21%. Last year, the president launched a drive to plant 1 billion trees by 2030 and tough fines have had success in stopping illegal hunting.
Yet these efforts are hamstrung (妨碍) by a lack of funding. “The government wants to grow the economy. That’s the key thing for them, so they are putting a lot of effort into agriculture and mining,” says Buuveibaatar, a scientist at the Wildlife Conservation Society, “Wildlife is ignored. As a result, some of its conservation areas are paper parks. The Przewalski’s horse reintroduction plan is an example of how to save wildlife. Now, the challenge lies in introducing this success to the rest of the country’s other wildlife.”
1.Why are these horses unique according to the passage?
A.They are airlifted from European zoos.
B.They are successfully introduced species.
C.They are the only true wild horse species.
D.They can only be photographed in Mongolia.
2.What was the public’s attitude towards saving these horses before the reintroduction?
A.Relieved. B.Supportive. C.Uninterested. D.Doubtful.
3.Why is the climate emergency mentioned in Paragraph 4?
A.To introduce the reasons for wildlife extinction.
B.To explain its influence on wildlife in Mongolia.
C.To stress the challenges facing wildlife protection.
D.To express the author’s feelings about the extinction.
4.What does Buuveibaatar imply in the last paragraph?
A.Hustai National Park provides a positive model.
B.The government’s focus should be the economy.
C.Other countries can help by following the footsteps.
D.The Przewalski’s horse is the only one worth saving.
B
Across human history, it’s a curious observation that while the majority of people lead lives that could be described as mediocre (平庸的), a select few rise above, making significant impacts that change the world. This difference is not simply the result of talent but of psychological and social forces that shape individual paths.
One of the main reasons most people remain average is the comfort of the familiar. Humans naturally tend to seek stability and security, which often leads to a preference for routine and predictability. This desire for comfort can prevent risk-taking, which is crucial for significant breakthroughs and innovations. The fear of failure and the unknown keeps many within the limits of mediocrity, as stepping out means facing uncertainty.
Education systems frequently exacerbate this pattern. They tend to prioritize standardization and regulation over creativity and critical thinking. Students are often rewarded for providing the “right” answers rather than exploring alternative solutions. This approach can limit innovative thinking and discourage them from taking intellectual risks. By the time these individuals start their careers, they are skilled at following established procedures but may lack the confidence or ability to challenge the current situations.
Social expectations also play a significant role in shaping behavior. From a young age, individuals are often encouraged to follow a conventional path: good grades, stable jobs, and social approval. This leaves little room for experimentation, and those who depart from this path often face criticism. Psychological issues, such as fear of failure and self-doubt, can prevent individuals from fighting for greatness. As a result, only those with a high level of self-awareness and resilience — qualities often developed through experience and adversity (逆境) — are able to break free from social limits and pursue their own path.
While the comfort of the familiar and social expectations keep many within the bounds of average, those who rise above do so by embracing risk, challenging conventions, and cultivating resilience. By understanding these factors, we can work towards creating a world where more people have the opportunity and the courage to change the world.
5.What primarily keeps most people in mediocrity?
A.Preference for comfort. B.Lack of self-confidence.
C.Fear of public criticism. D.Focus on short-term results.
6.Which of the following best explains “exacerbate” underlined in paragraph 3?
A.Prevent. B.Worsen. C.Improve. D.Simplify.
7.What can we infer from paragraph 4?
A.Receiving education is critical to making breakthroughs.
B.Psychological anxiety weakens personal will in adversity.
C.Most people make decisions based on social expectations.
D.Inner strength enables individuals to break social limits.
8.What is the purpose of the passage?
A.To discuss barriers to achieving greatness.
B.To advocate critical thinking in education.
C.To encourage people to challenge themselves.
D.To stress the importance of embracing uncertainty.
C.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a fashion word in recent years, and its impact on society is growing rapidly. AI refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that would typically require human intelligence, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision making. This technology is transforming every industry, from healthcare to finance, and is expected to revolutionize the future.
One area where AI is making significant strides is healthcare. AI-powered tools can analyze vast amounts of medial data and help doctors make more informed diagnoses and treatment decisions. This technology is particularly useful in fields such as radiology where AI algorithms can analyze medical images to detect abnormalities that may be missed by human eyes.
In finance, AI is being used to analyze vast amounts of data to identify patterns and predict market trends. This technology can help traders make more informed decisions and reduce the risks of financial losses. Similarly AI-powered chatbots are being used in customer service, helping to improve response times and provide personalized support.
As the use of AI grows, concerns about job displacement have also arisen. Some fear that Al-powered machines and robots will replace human workers, leading to mass unemployment. While this is a possibility, it is also important to note that AI will create new jobs in fields such as data analysis, software development, and robotics.
Another major concern about AI is the potential for bias and discrimination. AI algorithms are only as good as the data they are trained on, and if that data contains biases, the algorithms will also be biased. This issue is particularly concerning in fields such as criminal justice, where AI-powered systems are being used to make decisions about sentencing. If these algorithms are biased, they could make existing inequalities continue in the criminal justice system.
Despite these concerns, the benefits of AI are numerous and undeniable. However, to ensure that these benefits are accessible to all and to address concerns about bis and discrimination, it is crucial to continue researching and developing moral AI.
9.AI outweighs humans in healthcare because it ______.
A.stops financial risks. B.recognizes market tendency.
C.ensures precise judgment. D.offers personalized services.
10.What is one of the major concerns of AI?
A.A large number of human workers will be laid off.
B.Algorithms will be out of date.
C.Unfairness may arise in criminal justice system.
D.New jobs will be unavailable.
11.How does the writer mainly develop this text?
A.By stating facts and citing quotes.
B.By presenting influences and listing examples.
C.By showing different ideas and giving reasons.
D.By comparing research results and offering suggestions.
12.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.Artificial Intelligence: Becoming a Fashion Word
B.Artificial Intelligence: Improving Human Abilities
C.Artificial Intelligence: Bettering Decision Making
D.Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing the Future
作业5 Book 2 Unit 5 (1)答案
I. 1. 古典的;嘻哈音乐 2. 作曲家;指挥家;作品 3. 乐队;表演;录音棚 4. 弦乐器
II. 5. opportunity 6. energy 7. virtual 8. original 9. phenomenon 10. award
III. 11. enabling 12. Having been reminded/ Reminded 13. Located 14. inspired 15. performance
IV. 阅读理解
1.C 2.D 3.C 4.A
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了蒙古国普氏野马(又称“takhi”)的保护和重引入计划,以及蒙古国在保护野生动物方面所面临的挑战和所采取的措施。
【详解】1.细节理解题。根据第一段中“These horses, known locally as takhi and globally as Przewalski’s horse, are unique. They are the only type that has never been trained (这些马,在当地被称为takhi,在全球被称为普氏野马,是独一无二的。它们是唯一没有受过训练的物种)”可知,这些马独一无二是因为它们是是唯一没有受过训练的物种,是真正的野马种类。故选C项。
2.细节理解题。根据第三段中““Before the reintroduction, no one believed we could save this species,” recalls Dashpurev.(“在重新引入之前,没有人相信我们可以拯救这个物种,”Dashpurev回忆道)”可知,在重新引入这些马之前,公众对此持怀疑态度。故选D项。
3.推理判断题。根据第四段中心句“However, despite this success story, Mongolia faces numerous challenges in protecting its other species.(然而,尽管有这样的成功故事,蒙古在保护其他物种方面面临着许多挑战)”和“Temperatures are rising three times faster … large numbers of animals.(气温上升速度是全球平均水平的三倍,带来了更多的极端天气事件,导致大量动物死亡)”可推知,第四段中提及气候紧急情况旨在说明蒙古野生动物保护努力面临的其它挑战。故选C项。
4.推理判断题。根据最后一段中“The government wants … to the rest of the country’s other wildlife.”(野生动物保护协会的科学家Buuveibaatar说:“政府希望发展经济。这对他们来说是关键,所以他们在农业和采矿方面投入了大量精力。野生生物被忽视了。因此,一些保护区只是纸上谈兵。普氏野马重引入计划是拯救野生生物的典范。现在,挑战在于将这种成功模式引入该国其他野生生物的保护中。”)”可知,Buuveibaatar认为普氏野马重引入计划是拯救野生生物的典范,这种成功模式应引入该国其他野生生物的保护中。说明Buuveibaatar认为呼斯坦诺鲁国家公园对普氏野马的保护树立了一个积极的榜样。故选A项。
5.A 6.B 7.D 8.A
【导语】文章主要分析了“多数人趋于平庸,只有少数人能够脱颖而出改变世界”这一话题的多重原因。
【详解】5.细节理解题。根据第二段“One of the main reasons most people remain average is the comfort of the familiar.(大多数人保持平庸的主要原因之一,是熟悉带来的舒适感)”可知,偏好舒适让大多数人保持平庸。
6.词句猜测题。根据划线词后文“They tend to prioritize … intellectual risks.(他们往往更注重标准化和监管,而非创造力和批判性思维。学生通常因提供“正确”的答案而获得奖励,而不是探索其他解决方案。这种做法可能限制创新思维,并使他们不敢承担智力上的风险)”可知,教育体系压抑创新,让安于平庸的状态加剧,故划线词意思是“恶化,加剧”。
7.推理判断题。根据第四段“As a result, … pursue their own path.(因此,只有具备高度自我觉察和韧性的人——这些品质往往通过经历与逆境而培养出来——才能摆脱社会的束缚,走上属于自己的道路)”可知,内在的力量使个人能够突破社会的界限。
8.推理判断题。根据第一段“Across human history, … that shape individual paths.(纵观人类历史,一个有趣的观察是:尽管大多数人过着可称为平庸的生活,但少数人脱颖而出,产生了重大影响,改变了世界。这种差异并非仅仅源于天赋,而是由心理和社会因素共同塑造的个体发展路径所致)”结合文章主要分析了多数人趋于平庸的多重原因。可知,文章目的是讨论实现卓越的障碍。
9.C 10.A 11.B 12.D
【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了人工智能在医疗保健和金融领域的影响以及人们对人工智能的担忧。
【详解】9.细节理解题。根据第二段前两句“One area where AI is making significant strides … make more informed diagnoses and treatment decisions.”(人工智能正在取得重大进展的一个领域是医疗保健。人工智能驱动的工具可以分析大量的医疗数据,并帮助医生做出更知情的诊断和治疗决定。)可知,在医疗保健方面,人工智能的重要性超过了人类,因为它确保了准确的判断。故选C项。
10.细节理解题。根据第四段第二句“Some fear that AI-powered machines and robots will replace human workers, leading to mass unemployment.”(一些人担心,人工智能驱动的机器和机器人将取代人类工人,导致大规模失业。)可知,人们对人工智能的主要担忧之一是大量的人类工人将被解雇。故选A项。
11.推理判断题。根据第一段最后一句“This technology … revolutionize the future.”(这项技术正在改变从医疗保健到金融的每个行业,预计将彻底改变未来。)及第二段最后一句“This technology is particularly useful … by human eyes.”(该技术在放射学等领域尤其有用,在这些领域,人工智能算法可以分析医学图像,以检测人眼可能错过的异常。)及第三段第一句“In finance, AI is being used to … market trends.”(在金融领域,人工智能正被用于分析大量数据,以识别模式和预测市场趋势。)并结合下文人工智能引发的担忧可知,文章分别论述了人工智能在医疗保健和金融行业的影响及具体应用,可推知,作者通过展示人工智能带来的影响和列举例子来展开文章的。故选B项。
12.主旨大意题。根据第一段“Artificial intelligence (AI) has become … to revolutionize the future.”(人工智能近年来已经成为一个时尚词汇,它对社会的影响正在迅速增长。人工智能是指开发计算机系统,可以执行通常需要人类智能的任务,如学习、解决问题和决策。这项技术正在改变从医疗保健到金融的每个行业,预计将彻底改变未来。)并结合后文对人工智能在医疗保健和金融行业的影响以及人们对人工智能的担忧可知,本文主要探讨的是人工智能会引起未来各行业的大变革。故D项“Artificial Intelligence: Revolutionizing the Future”(人工智能:变革未来)符合文章标题。故选D项。
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