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九年级英语上册 Unit 1The Changing World单元复习系列
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试题使用说明:阅读内容,取材新颖,紧扣教材,融合时事热点。共设十篇,
前五篇为基础(词数在180左右),后五篇为提升(词数在260词以内)。
Passage 1
热点导读: 2026年8月,工业和信息化部宣布中国已制定近200项人工智能关键标准。人工智能正在深刻改变我们的生产和生活方式。从智能驾驶到AI辅助诊断,从智慧课堂到智能家居,AI技术正加速渗透到各行各业。让我们来看看人工智能给我们的日常生活带来了哪些变化。
阅读下面短文,根据短文内容回答问题。(共5小题,每小题2分,满分10分)
Changes AI Brings to Our Daily Lives
Ten years ago, few people had heard of artificial intelligence (AI). Today, AI is everywhere. In our homes, smart speakers can play music, answer questions, and even control lights and air conditioners. In hospitals, AI helps doctors read medical images and make diagnoses more accurately. On the roads, self-driving cars are becoming safer and more common.
At school, things are also changing. In many cities, students now have AI classes every week. They learn not only how to use AI tools but also how to think about the ethical issues AI brings. Some teachers use AI to create personalized learning plans for each student.
However, changes also bring challenges. Some people worry that AI might take away jobs. Others are concerned about data privacy. “We need to learn how to use AI responsibly,” said a teacher from Beijing.
The world is changing fast, and AI is one of the biggest drivers of this change. The question is not whether we should accept AI, but how we can make good use of it.
Questions:
1. What can smart speakers do in our homes according to the passage?
2. How does AI help in hospitals?
3. What do students learn in AI classes?
4. What are some challenges that AI brings?
5. What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
Passage 2
热点导读: 2026年7月,“景德镇手工瓷业遗存”成功列入《世界遗产名录》,成为我国第61项世界遗产。与此同时,“十五五”规划强调要“全方位推进数智技术赋能”文化遗产保护。从“数字故宫”到“数字敦煌”,科技正在让古老的文化遗产焕发新的生机。
How Technology Protects Our Cultural Heritage
China has a long history and rich cultural heritage. In the past, many old buildings and cultural relics were damaged because of natural disasters or lack of proper care. Today, technology is helping us protect these treasures better.
Take the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang for example. With digital technology, experts have created high-quality digital copies of the murals. Even if the original paintings fade over time, the digital versions will remain forever. This is called the “Digital Dunhuang” project.
In Beijing, the “Digital Forbidden City” project uses 3D scanning and virtual reality to let people explore the palace museum online. Visitors from all over the world can now “walk” through the halls without actually being there.
Technology also helps with preventive protection. Instead of waiting for damage to happen, experts can now monitor the condition of cultural relics in real time and take action early. “Technology is changing the way we protect our cultural heritage,” said an expert.
Thanks to these changes, our cultural treasures are safer than ever before.
Questions:
1. Why did many old buildings get damaged in the past?
2. What is the “Digital Dunhuang” project?
3. What can visitors do with the “Digital Forbidden City”?
4. What does “preventive protection” mean?
5. How does technology help protect cultural heritage?
Passage 3
热点导读: 2026年是“十五五”开局之年。国务院报告显示,经过5年接续帮扶,脱贫县农村居民人均可支配收入从2020年的12588元增加到2025年的18627元。与此同时,2026年中央一号文件首次将“农创客”一词纳入国家政策视野。越来越多的年轻人选择回到农村,用新技术和新思维改变家乡的面貌。
Young People Are Changing the Countryside
For many years, young people left their villages to find jobs in big cities. But now, things are changing. More and more young people are returning to their hometowns to start businesses.
Take郭雨 (Guo Yu) for example. Five years ago, he left his job in a factory in the city and went back to his village in Shandong. At first, the villagers did not believe he could succeed. But郭雨 planted new kinds of corn and wheat. He used digital technology to water and fertilize the crops. His new methods helped farmers earn 600 yuan more per mu than before.
He also built a factory to process and sell the corn. The factory now makes over 3 million yuan a year and provides jobs for elderly villagers.
郭雨 is not alone. Across China, many young “agri-entrepreneurs” are using their knowledge to modernize farming. They know how to use the internet to sell products and how to use technology to increase production.
These young people are bringing new energy to the countryside and helping to make rural areas a better place to live.
Questions:
1. What did young people used to do in the past?
2. Why did Guo Yu go back to his village?
3. How did Guo Yu help farmers earn more money?
4. What does the factory that Guo Yu built do?
5. What does the word “agri-entrepreneurs” mean in the passage?
Passage 4
热点导读: 2026年1至7月,全国铁路发送旅客28亿人次,同比增长4.1%,再创历史同期新高。复兴号动车组的开行范围正在不断扩大,而偏远山区的公益性“慢火车”仍然保留。从高铁的“快”到慢火车的“暖”,中国铁路正在用不同的速度服务不同的人们。
The Changing Face of Travel in China
Travel in China has changed dramatically over the past decade. In the past, a journey from Beijing to Shanghai took more than ten hours. Now, with high-speed trains, it takes only about four and a half hours.
China now has the world’s largest high-speed railway network. In the first seven months of 2026, railways across the country carried 2.8 billion passengers. The Fuxing bullet trains are running on more and more routes. New railway lines keep opening. For example, the Bao-Yin high-speed railway now allows travel from Yinchuan to Beijing in just over six hours.
But change does not mean leaving everyone behind. While high-speed trains connect big cities, slow trains still serve people in remote mountain areas. These “slow trains” are cheap and stop at every small station. They are the only way for many villagers to get to town for school, work, or medical care.
“We need both fast trains and slow trains,” said a railway official. “Different people have different needs.”
The changes in travel show us that progress can be both fast and thoughtful.
Questions:
1. How long does it take to travel from Beijing to Shanghai by high-speed train now?
2. How many passengers did railways carry in the first seven months of 2026?
3. What is the Bao-Yin high-speed railway mentioned in the passage?
4. Why do “slow trains” still exist in China?
5. What does the railway official’s words mean?
Passage 5
热点导读: 2026年秋季学期,义务教育阶段所有年级全面启用依据2022年版课程标准修订的新教材。与此同时,《教育发展“十五五”规划》提出“推进人工智能全学段教育”。从新教材到AI课堂,中国的教育正在经历一场深刻的变革。
Education Is Changing in the Digital Age
Walk into a Chinese classroom today, and you will see many changes. In the past, students mostly learned from textbooks and blackboards. Now, smart boards, tablets, and online resources are common tools in many schools.
The biggest change is the introduction of AI education. Starting this year, schools in many cities are required to offer AI courses. In Beijing, primary and secondary school students must have at least 8 hours of AI classes every year. In Shandong, students from grade 3 to 9 have at least 8 hours per year, and even first and second graders have 6 hours.
But what do students learn in these classes? They learn about how AI works, how to use AI tools, and most importantly, how to use AI responsibly. In one Beijing school, students discuss questions like “How can we protect our privacy when using AI?”
“AI education is not just about technology,” said a principal. “It’s about preparing students for the future and teaching them to think critically.”
Questions:
1. What were common tools in classrooms in the past?
2. How many hours of AI classes must Beijing students have every year?
3. What do students learn in AI classes?
4. What question do students discuss in a Beijing school?
5. What did the principal say about AI education?
Passage 6
热点导读: 2026年,“十五五”开局之年,中国新能源汽车产业迎来历史性时刻。7月,新能源汽车单月渗透率首次超过60%。这意味着每卖出3辆新车,就有2辆是新能源车。“十四五”期间,新能源汽车年销量从136.7万辆猛增至1649万辆。从燃油车到新能源车,中国汽车市场正在经历一场深刻的变革。
From Gas to Green: The Rise of New Energy Vehicles
If you walk down the street today, you will notice that more and more cars are quiet and clean. These are new energy vehicles (NEVs), and they are changing the way China drives.
Just five years ago, NEVs were still a small part of the car market. In 2021, only 5.4% of new cars sold in China were NEVs. But by 2025, that number had jumped to 47.9%. In July 2026, NEV sales reached 1.56 million vehicles, making up 60.4% of all new car sales. For four months in a row, more than 60 out of every 100 new cars sold were NEVs. In other words, for every three new cars on the road, two are now electric or hybrid.
What caused this big change? First, the government has strongly supported the NEV industry through policies and investments. Second, technology has improved greatly. NEVs can now travel farther on a single charge and are more affordable than before. Third, people are becoming more environmentally conscious and prefer cleaner transportation.
The NEV industry has also created many new jobs and helped reduce air pollution. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the industry grew from millions to tens of millions of vehicles. Looking ahead, China plans to build 500 zero-carbon factories to further promote green industrial transformation.
The shift from traditional cars to NEVs shows how technology and policy can work together to create a greener future.
Questions:
1. What percentage of new cars sold in July 2026 were NEVs?
2. What was the NEV market share in 2021?
3. What are the three reasons for the rise of NEVs mentioned in the passage?
4. How has the NEV industry helped the environment?
5. What does “zero-carbon factories” mean in the context of this passage?
Passage 7
热点导读: “十五五”时期,中国计划新开工改造11.5万个城镇老旧小区。过去五年,全国已累计改造城镇老旧小区24万多个,惠及1.1亿居民。从老楼装电梯到闲置空地变公园,城市更新正让老社区焕发新生。这些变化背后,是对老百姓生活痛点的精准回应。
Old Communities, New Lives
In many Chinese cities, there are old communities built decades ago. These neighborhoods once had problems: no elevators, messy overhead wires, bumpy roads, and few places for the elderly or children to enjoy. But today, many of these old communities are getting a new look.
Take Yitian Community in Shenzhen as an example. Built in 1995, it is home to over 30,000 people. In 2023, it was chosen as a pilot project for community renewal. Since then, the community has seen many improvements. Old buildings have gotten new coats of paint. A digital health cafeteria has been built to serve the elderly. 5G government services are now available right at people’s doorsteps.
Across the country, similar changes are happening. In the past five years, more than 240,000 old communities have been renovated, benefiting 110 million residents. Elevators have been installed in 129,000 buildings. Over 3.4 million new parking spaces have been added. More than 64,000 community service facilities for childcare and elderly care have been built.
During the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026–2030), another 115,000 old communities will be renovated. The goal is not just to make them look better, but to make life more convenient and comfortable for the people living there.
“The renovation is not only about appearance, but also about quality of life,” said a resident of Yitian Community. From “old and broken” to “happy homes,” these changes show what people-centered development really means.
Questions:
1. What problems did old communities have in the past?
2. When was Yitian Community built and what changes has it seen?
3. How many old communities have been renovated in the past five years?
4. What is the goal of renovating old communities during the “15th Five-Year Plan” period?
5. What does “people-centered development” mean according to the passage?
Passage 8
热点导读: 2026年上半年,中国数字经济产业收入突破20万亿元,同比增长13.6%。5G基站已达到510.2万个。从移动支付到智慧医疗,从在线教育到数字政务,数字技术正在深刻改变中国人生活的方方面面。
Living in a Digital China
Think about your daily life. How many times do you use your phone to pay for things, watch videos, or chat with friends? For most people in China today, the answer is “many times.” Digital technology has become a big part of everyday life.
China is now one of the most digitally advanced countries in the world. By June 2026, the country had built over 5.1 million 5G base stations. 5G and fiber-optic networks are now used in 94 major areas of the national economy. More than 26,000 “5G + industrial internet” projects are under construction.
What does this mean for ordinary people? First, life is more convenient. You can pay for almost anything with your phone. You can shop online and have things delivered to your door in hours. You can see a doctor online without leaving home — by the end of 2025, China had 411 million internet health users.
Second, work and study have changed. Many people now work from home using digital tools. Students can access high-quality online courses from top teachers across the country.
Third, cities are becoming smarter. Digital technology helps manage traffic, save energy, and keep public spaces safe.
Of course, digitalization also brings challenges. Some people worry about data security and privacy. But one thing is clear: digital technology is here to stay, and it will keep changing our world.
Questions:
1. How many 5G base stations had China built by June 2026?
2. What are some examples of how digital technology makes life more convenient?
3. How many internet health users did China have by the end of 2025?
4. How does digital technology help cities?
5. What challenges does digitalization bring according to the passage?
Passage 9
热点导读: 生态环境部副部长李高指出,“十五五”时期是实现碳达峰的决胜期。到2030年,中国单位国内生产总值二氧化碳排放将比2025年降低17%,非化石能源消费占比达到25%。从个人到企业,从城市到乡村,一场绿色低碳的变革正在中国大地上展开。
China’s Green Revolution: Fighting Climate Change
Have you noticed that summers are getting hotter and storms more frequent? Climate change is a real challenge facing the world today. China, as the world’s largest developing country, is taking serious action to fight it.
The 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026–2030) is a critical time for China to peak carbon emissions — that means reaching the highest point of CO₂ output before starting to reduce it. By 2030, China aims to cut carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP by 17% compared to 2025, and increase the share of non-fossil energy consumption to 25%.
How is China achieving these goals? First, the country is promoting green and low-carbon development across all industries. The national carbon emissions trading market now covers major industries like power, steel, cement, and aluminum, and will soon include petrochemicals and chemicals. Second, China is investing heavily in clean energy. Third, the government is encouraging everyone to live a greener lifestyle.
The results are already visible. In the first seven months of 2026, the average concentration of PM2.5 — a major air pollutant — dropped by 6.2% compared to the previous year. The number of days with good air quality increased by 3.9 percentage points. The water quality in the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers has remained at Grade II level — good enough for drinking water sources.
“The 15th Five-Year Plan period is the decisive period for achieving carbon peak,” said Vice Minister Li Gao. China is not only acting for itself but also actively participating in global climate governance. The green revolution is happening, and everyone has a role to play.
Questions:
1. What is “carbon peak” according to the passage?
2. What are China’s targets for 2030 regarding carbon emissions and energy?
3. What industries are covered by the national carbon emissions trading market?
4. What environmental improvements have been seen in the first seven months of 2026?
5. Why is the 15th Five-Year Plan period called “the decisive period”?
Passage 10
热点导读: 2026年上半年,中国GDP同比增长4.7%,增量达3.6万亿元,为5年来同期最高水平。从脱贫攻坚到乡村振兴,从传统制造到智能制造,中国正在经历一场全方位的深刻变革。这些变化的背后,是无数人的努力和创新。
China on the Move: Understanding a Changing Nation
If you look at China today and compare it with China ten years ago, the differences are striking. Cities have grown taller and smarter. Transportation has become faster and more convenient. People’s lives have become more comfortable and more connected. But what is driving all these changes?
One key driver is economic growth. In the first half of 2026, China’s GDP grew by 4.7% year-on-year, with an increase of 3.6 trillion yuan — the highest for the same period in five years. This economic strength provides the resources for building new infrastructure, developing new technologies, and improving people’s livelihoods.
Another driver is technological innovation. From AI to 5G, from new energy vehicles to digital healthcare, new technologies are reshaping every aspect of society. In the first half of 2026 alone, China established 55,000 new generative AI companies. The digital industry generated over 20 trillion yuan in revenue, growing 13.6%.
A third driver is policy support. The government has made clear plans for the future. During the 15th Five-Year Plan period, China will build emerging pillar industries like integrated circuits, aerospace, biomedicine, and intelligent robotics. It will also promote future industries including quantum technology, biomanufacturing, and 6G.
Perhaps the most important driver is people. Millions of ordinary Chinese — farmers, workers, scientists, teachers — are working hard every day to make their country better. Their efforts, big and small, are what truly drive the changes we see around us. The world is changing, and China is changing with it — creating a future full of possibilities.
Questions:
1. What was China’s GDP growth rate in the first half of 2026?
2. How many new generative AI companies were established in the first half of 2026?
3. What are some emerging pillar industries mentioned in the passage?
4. What future industries will China promote during the 15th Five-Year Plan period?
5. According to the passage, what is the most important driver of change in China? Why?
九年级英语上册 Unit 1The Changing World单元复习系列
任务型阅读专项训练
解析版答案
Passage 1 — Changes AI Brings to Our Daily Lives
1. What can smart speakers do in our homes according to the passage?
Answer: They can play music, answer questions, and control lights and air conditioners.
解析: 原文第一段明确提到“smart speakers can play music, answer questions, and even control lights and air conditioners”,直接摘取即可。
2. How does AI help in hospitals?
Answer: It helps doctors read medical images and make diagnoses more accurately.
解析: 原文第一段说“AI helps doctors read medical images and make diagnoses more accurately”,信息明确。
3. What do students learn in AI classes?
Answer: They learn how to use AI tools and how to think about the ethical issues AI brings.
解析: 第二段提到“They learn not only how to use AI tools but also how to think about the ethical issues”,答案包含两部分。
4. What are some challenges that AI brings?
Answer: It might take away jobs and cause concerns about data privacy.
解析: 第三段直接列出“Some people worry that AI might take away jobs. Others are concerned about data privacy.”
5. What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
Answer: We should focus on how to make good use of AI rather than whether to accept it.
解析: 最后一段说“The question is not whether we should accept AI, but how we can make good use of it.” 这句话就是主旨。
Passage 2 — How Technology Protects Our Cultural Heritage
1. Why did many old buildings get damaged in the past?
Answer: Because of natural disasters or lack of proper care.
解析: 第一段末尾“...were damaged because of natural disasters or lack of proper care.”
2. What is the “Digital Dunhuang” project?
Answer: It is a project that creates high-quality digital copies of the murals in the Mogao Caves to preserve them forever.
解析: 第二段说明专家利用数字技术制作壁画的高质量数字副本,即使原作褪色,数字版永存,这就是“数字敦煌”项目。
3. What can visitors do with the “Digital Forbidden City”?
Answer: They can explore the palace museum online and virtually “walk” through the halls without being there.
解析: 第三段提到“use 3D scanning and virtual reality to let people explore the palace museum online”和“visitors ... can now ‘walk’ through the halls”.
4. What does “preventive protection” mean?
Answer: It means monitoring the condition of cultural relics in real time and taking early action to prevent damage.
解析: 第四段解释“Instead of waiting for damage to happen, experts can now monitor ... and take action early”,即预防性保护。
5. How does technology help protect cultural heritage?
Answer: By creating digital copies, using VR for online exploration, and monitoring in real time for early prevention.
解析: 综合全文,三个主要方式:数字化复制、虚拟现实展示、实时监测预防。
Passage 3 — Young People Are Changing the Countryside
1. What did young people used to do in the past?
Answer: They used to leave their villages to find jobs in big cities.
解析: 第一句“For many years, young people left their villages to find jobs in big cities.”
2. Why did Guo Yu go back to his village?
Answer: To start a business (or to become an agri-entrepreneur).
解析: 第一段说“returning to their hometowns to start businesses”,接着以郭雨为例,他辞去工厂工作回乡,目的是创业。
3. How did Guo Yu help farmers earn more money?
Answer: He used digital technology to water and fertilize the crops, which helped farmers earn 600 yuan more per mu.
解析: 第二段明确写道“He used digital technology to water and fertilize... helped farmers earn 600 yuan more per mu.”
4. What does the factory that Guo Yu built do?
Answer: It processes and sells the corn.
解析: 第三段“He also built a factory to process and sell the corn.”
5. What does the word “agri-entrepreneurs” mean in the passage?
Answer: It refers to young people who use their knowledge to modernize farming and start agricultural businesses.
解析: 第四段解释“these young ‘agri-entrepreneurs’ are using their knowledge to modernize farming”,结合上下文可知词义。
Passage 4 — The Changing Face of Travel in China
1. How long does it take to travel from Beijing to Shanghai by high-speed train now?
Answer: About four and a half hours.
解析: 第一段“now, with high-speed trains, it takes only about four and a half hours.”
2. How many passengers did railways carry in the first seven months of 2026?
Answer: 2.8 billion.
解析: 第二段“In the first seven months of 2026, railways across the country carried 2.8 billion passengers.”
3. What is the Bao-Yin high-speed railway mentioned in the passage?
Answer: It is a high-speed railway connecting Yinchuan and Beijing, with travel time just over six hours.
解析: 第二段末尾“the Bao-Yin high-speed railway now allows travel from Yinchuan to Beijing in just over six hours.”
4. Why do “slow trains” still exist in China?
Answer: Because they serve people in remote mountain areas, are cheap, stop at every small station, and are the only way for many villagers to get to town.
解析: 第三段说明“slow trains still serve people in remote mountain areas... cheap and stop at every small station... the only way for many villagers”.
5. What does the railway official’s words mean?
Answer: It means that progress should consider different people’s needs, not just pursue speed.
解析: 官员说“We need both fast trains and slow trains. Different people have different needs.” 意在强调发展要兼顾不同群体。
Passage 5 — Education Is Changing in the Digital Age
1. What were common tools in classrooms in the past?
Answer: Textbooks and blackboards.
解析: 第一段“In the past, students mostly learned from textbooks and blackboards.”
2. How many hours of AI classes must Beijing students have every year?
Answer: At least 8 hours.
解析: 第二段“In Beijing, primary and secondary school students must have at least 8 hours of AI classes every year.”
3. What do students learn in AI classes?
Answer: They learn how AI works, how to use AI tools, and how to use AI responsibly.
解析: 第三段“They learn about how AI works, how to use AI tools, and most importantly, how to use AI responsibly.”
4. What question do students discuss in a Beijing school?
Answer: They discuss how to protect privacy when using AI.
解析: 第三段举例“In one Beijing school, students discuss questions like ‘How can we protect our privacy when using AI?’”
5. What did the principal say about AI education?
Answer: He said it is not just about technology; it is about preparing students for the future and teaching them to think critically.
解析: 最后一段引用校长的话:“AI education is not just about technology. It’s about preparing students for the future and teaching them to think critically.”
Passage 6 — From Gas to Green: The Rise of New Energy Vehicles
1. What percentage of new cars sold in July 2026 were NEVs?
Answer: 60.4%.
解析: 第二段明确指出“In July 2026, NEV sales reached 1.56 million vehicles, making up 60.4% of all new car sales.”
2. What was the NEV market share in 2021?
Answer: 5.4%.
解析: 第二段提到“In 2021, only 5.4% of new cars sold in China were NEVs.”
3. What are the three reasons for the rise of NEVs mentioned in the passage?
Answer: (1) Government support through policies and investments; (2) Improved technology making NEVs travel farther and more affordable; (3) People becoming more environmentally conscious.
解析: 第三段用“First, ... Second, ... Third, ...”清晰列出了三条原因。
4. How has the NEV industry helped the environment?
Answer: It has helped reduce air pollution.
解析: 第四段开头说“helped reduce air pollution”,这是直接的环境效益。
5. What does “zero-carbon factories” mean in the context of this passage?
Answer: It refers to factories that produce no carbon emissions, as part of China’s green industrial transformation.
解析: 第四段末尾提到“build 500 zero-carbon factories to further promote green industrial transformation”,结合上下文可知是指零碳排放的工厂。
Passage 7 — Old Communities, New Lives
1. What problems did old communities have in the past?
Answer: They had no elevators, messy overhead wires, bumpy roads, and few places for the elderly or children.
解析: 第一段直接列举“no elevators, messy overhead wires, bumpy roads, and few places for the elderly or children to enjoy.”
2. When was Yitian Community built and what changes has it seen?
Answer: It was built in 1995. Changes include new paint on old buildings, a digital health cafeteria for the elderly, and 5G government services available at doorsteps.
解析: 第二段提到“Built in 1995”以及后续的改造内容。
3. How many old communities have been renovated in the past five years?
Answer: More than 240,000.
解析: 第三段第一句“In the past five years, more than 240,000 old communities have been renovated.”
4. What is the goal of renovating old communities during the “15th Five-Year Plan” period?
Answer: To make life more convenient and comfortable for residents, not just to improve appearance.
解析: 第四段末尾说“The goal is not just to make them look better, but to make life more convenient and comfortable.”
5. What does “people-centered development” mean according to the passage?
Answer: It means that development should focus on improving people’s quality of life, as shown by turning old communities into happy homes.
解析: 最后一段引用居民的话,并总结“these changes show what people-centered development really means”,即以人民为中心,关注生活质量。
Passage 8 — Living in a Digital China
1. How many 5G base stations had China built by June 2026?
Answer: Over 5.1 million.
解析: 第二段明确“By June 2026, the country had built over 5.1 million 5G base stations.”
2. What are some examples of how digital technology makes life more convenient?
Answer: Paying with phones, shopping online with quick delivery, and seeing doctors online without leaving home.
解析: 第三段举例“You can pay for almost anything... shop online... see a doctor online.”
3. How many internet health users did China have by the end of 2025?
Answer: 411 million.
解析: 第三段末尾“by the end of 2025, China had 411 million internet health users.”
4. How does digital technology help cities?
Answer: It helps manage traffic, save energy, and keep public spaces safe.
解析: 第五段直接列出“helps manage traffic, save energy, and keep public spaces safe.”
5. What challenges does digitalization bring according to the passage?
Answer: Concerns about data security and privacy.
解析: 最后一段提到“Some people worry about data security and privacy.”
Passage 9 — China’s Green Revolution: Fighting Climate Change
1. What is “carbon peak” according to the passage?
Answer: It means reaching the highest point of CO₂ output before starting to reduce it.
解析: 第一段括号内解释“that means reaching the highest point of CO₂ output before starting to reduce it.”
2. What are China’s targets for 2030 regarding carbon emissions and energy?
Answer: To cut carbon dioxide emissions per unit of GDP by 17% compared to 2025, and increase non-fossil energy consumption share to 25%.
解析: 第二段明确给出两个目标。
3. What industries are covered by the national carbon emissions trading market?
Answer: Power, steel, cement, and aluminum, and soon petrochemicals and chemicals.
解析: 第三段“now covers major industries like power, steel, cement, and aluminum, and will soon include petrochemicals and chemicals.”
4. What environmental improvements have been seen in the first seven months of 2026?
Answer: PM2.5 concentration dropped by 6.2%, good air quality days increased by 3.9 percentage points, and water quality in the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers remained Grade II.
解析: 第四段详细列出了这些数据。
5. Why is the 15th Five-Year Plan period called “the decisive period”?
Answer: Because it is the critical time for China to peak carbon emissions (achieve carbon peak).
解析: 第一段和最后一段都提到“the decisive period for achieving carbon peak”。
Passage 10 — China on the Move: Understanding a Changing Nation
1. What was China’s GDP growth rate in the first half of 2026?
Answer: 4.7%.
解析: 第二段第一句“China’s GDP grew by 4.7% year-on-year”.
2. How many new generative AI companies were established in the first half of 2026?
Answer: 55,000.
解析: 第三段“In the first half of 2026 alone, China established 55,000 new generative AI companies.”
3. What are some emerging pillar industries mentioned in the passage?
Answer: Integrated circuits, aerospace, biomedicine, and intelligent robotics.
解析: 第四段列举“integrated circuits, aerospace, biomedicine, and intelligent robotics”.
4. What future industries will China promote during the 15th Five-Year Plan period?
Answer: Quantum technology, biomanufacturing, and 6G.
解析: 第四段末尾“promote future industries including quantum technology, biomanufacturing, and 6G.”
5. According to the passage, what is the most important driver of change in China? Why?
Answer: The most important driver is people (ordinary Chinese). Because their daily efforts, big and small, are what truly drive the changes.
解析: 最后一段开头“Perhaps the most important driver is people... Their efforts, big and small, are what truly drive the changes.”
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