Welcome Unit 单元话题阅读理解练习-2026-2027学年高一英语必修第一册（人教版）

**基本信息** 聚焦“学校生活与教育”主题，整合10篇不同体裁语篇，通过多样化阅读理解题型系统提升语言能力与跨文化思维。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |学校生活适应|5篇（如成长故事、新生指南）|细节理解、推理判断、主旨大意|以个人经历-群体指南-制度价值为逻辑链，培养信息提取与情感共鸣能力| |教育发展与工具|5篇（如AI教育、站立课桌）|词义猜测、观点分析、应用拓展|从教育工具创新到AI影响，构建“现象-影响-价值”认知框架，提升批判性思维与文化意识|

Welcome Unit 单元话题阅读理解练习 序号 语篇 体裁 核心主题简介 Passage 1 Kevin 成长故事 记叙文 患有阿斯伯格综合征的少年凯文性格内向、难以参与团队活动，依靠电脑特长建立自信，慢慢走出封闭自我、融入集体。 Passage 2 高中新生适应指南 说明文 分析高一新生入学焦虑的原因，介绍学校迎新会、课外活动等途径，指导新生适应高中新生活。 Passage 3 高中第一天亲身经历 记叙文 讲述作者高中开学第一天既紧张又兴奋，结识新朋友、课堂自我介绍，逐步适应新校园环境。 Passage 4 学校迎新项目 议论文 介绍 Poly Prep 学校开设新生迎新活动，帮助新生建立归属感、快速交友，论证迎新项目的积极意义。 Passage 5 美国高三升学准备 应用文 罗列美国高中三年级学生需要完成的各项任务，为大学申请做好全方位准备。 Passage 6 新式站立课桌 说明文 介绍美国教师设计的站立式课桌，可自由切换坐立姿势，有助于提升学生专注力，现已在多所学校推广。 Passage 7 学生使用 AI 现状调查 说明文 英国一项调查显示学生对 AI 完成作业利弊并存，既认可 AI 带来的学习帮助，也担忧 AI 滋生抄袭、信息不可靠等问题。 Passage 8 求学经历对比感悟 记叙文 移民父亲对比自己艰苦的童年求学经历与儿子优越的校园条件，感慨教育改变命运，希望全世界孩子都能享有优质教育资源。 Passage 9 学习哲学的价值 说明文 研究证明学习哲学能够锻炼逻辑与批判性思维，在人工智能时代，哲学思维帮助人们理性辨别信息、应对未来挑战。 Passage 10 人工智能赋能教育 说明文 介绍人工智能在教育领域的多重作用：实现个性化学习、减轻教师工作负担、为特殊学生扫清学习障碍。 Passage 1 When I first started working with Kevin Sargeant, he was a freshman in high school, and I was his science teacher. I knew even then that he was a bright young man with great potential, and a hunger for learning. But he struggled to apply what he had learned due to his autism (自闭症). Diagnosed (诊断) with Asperger’s syndrome (阿斯伯格综合症) in elementary school, Kevin scored well on tests. However, a huge part of school learning takes place not at a student’s individual desk, but in groups that require participation. For children like Kevin, that presents a big challenge. For a long time, we struggled to persuade Kevin to come out of his shell and join the class. He preferred doing activities alone, and hated classroom tasks that required teamwork, like lab experiments. He struggled with public speaking even in small groups, and didn’t want to try new things. You could tell that there was huge potential there — I never doubted his academic abilities. But at times many of us at the school worried about whether he’d ever be able to make full use of those abilities to build a future for himself. Over time, however, something changed. Slowly he began to want to try new things, and to work with people. He developed into a boy of humor, and started to participate in class and to let people get to know him. And he was gradually into the high school’s work-based learning program, where he learned about information technology — an area Kevin is always gifted in. In fact, in some ways, I think it was his experience with computers that brought him out of himself and helped him join the world. Finding something he was good at gave him the confidence he’d so badly needed. 1．What challenge did Kevin Sargeant have to face in school at first? A．He had low intelligence. B．He lacked the love for learning. C．He wasn’t used to team work. D．He couldn’t make friends with kids. 2．Which of the following words can best describe the changing Kevin? A．Kind and open-minded. B．Talented and responsible. C．diligent and dependent. D．Humorous and outgoing. 3．According to the author, what led to Kevin’s change? A．His experience with computers. B．His teacher’s encouragement. C．The requirement of teachers. D．The work-based learning program. 4．Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? A．A Lonely Talented Boy B．Out of the shell into the Sunshine C．The Magic of Computers D．Strength from the Surrounding World Passage 2 You may not know a lot of people when you start senior high school. Maybe your friends from junior high school are going to a different senior high school. Even if you know other freshmen (一年级学生), you still feel anxious that you don’t know any upperclassmen. How are you going to make friends among this sea of unknown faces? Most senior high schools hold the freshman orientation (迎新会) before school actually starts. It is helpful because you not only learn your way around the building but also get to meet some of your teachers and fellow freshmen. That way, when you show up on your first day of school, you may already recognize a few familiar faces. When you talk to people at orientation, you’ll probably find that a lot of them are feeling just like you are. They’re all new to the school and don’t know what to expect. Talking about a common concern with your classmates can help you develop friendships. The work in senior high school is something freshmen are probably worried about. It builds on what you learned in junior high school, giving you a more advanced (高深的) knowledge of many subjects. So you may find you have more work to do or that it’s a bit more challenging. If you ever find your work too difficult, teachers can give you extra help. Senior high school also has more after-school activities than junior high school, such as clubs, music and theater groups and sports teams. This is a good time to explore your interests and try new things. Junior high school taught you the basics of time management and social skills while providing you with a little extra support and guidance. Senior high school gives you the chance to learn how to be more independent and responsible. 1．How do the freshmen usually feel on their first day of senior high school? A．Proud. B．Nervous C．Excited. D．Curious. 2．What are freshmen probably worried about? A．The learning task. B．The ability to make friends. C．The freshman orientation. D．The relationship with teachers. 3．What do after-school activities mainly help students to do? A．Develop friendships. B．Develop their interests. C．Build up their strength. D．Improve their learning ability. 4．What is the last paragraph mainly about? A．What you’ll learn in senior high school. B．What you learned in junior high school. C．The difference between junior high school and senior high school. D．The importance of being more independent and responsible. Passage 3 My first day of senior high school was a mix of excitement and anxiety. I woke up early, put on my new school uniform, and rushed to school with my parents’ wishes. When I arrived at the campus, I was amazed by its size — much bigger than my junior high school. There were hundreds of students walking around, all looking a bit nervous like me. I found my classroom with the help of a teacher. As I walked in, all eyes turned to me. I felt my face turn red and quickly found a seat in the corner. Soon, a girl with a smile sat next to me. “Hi, I’m Wang Yu. Are you new here too?” she asked. Her kindness made me feel better. We talked about our junior high schools and our expectations for senior high. The first class was English. Our teacher, Ms. Zhang, was friendly and introduced the course to us. She also asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. I was worried about speaking in front of the class, but when it was my turn, I tried my best to express myself. To my surprise, everyone clapped after I finished. By the end of the day, I had made three new friends and got used to the new environment. I realized that senior high school would be a new beginning full of challenges and opportunities. I felt more confident about my future studies and life. 1．How did the author feel on the first day of senior high school? A．Only excited. B．Only anxious. C．Excited but anxious. D．Bored and nervous. 2．Who helped the author find the classroom? A．Her parents. B．A teacher. C．Wang Yu. D．A classmate. 3．What did the author do in the first English class? A．She introduced herself. B．She gave a speech. C．She asked the teacher questions. D．She talked with Wang Yu. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．The author’s senior high school is smaller than her junior high school. B．The author made no friends on the first day. C．The author felt more confident after the first day. D．Ms. Zhang was a strict teacher. Passage 4 First day of school can be hard for anyone, especially for 14-year-olds. To help anxious new students, Poly Prep has introduced a special orientation (迎新) program. School leaders believe this program helps students feel they belong and get to know the new school, which makes them less nervous. According to the Poly website, the school welcomes around 35 to 40 new students each year, meaning almost 28% of the ninth-grade students are new to the school. Research shows that the orientation plays a key role in helping new students feel welcome. Avery Canino, a new student, talked about her first day: “At the beginning, I felt completely lost because no one really showed us where to go. The campus was so big and crowded.” However, her day quickly improved. “I met several other new students, and we decided to stick together for all the activities. We even created a group chat that same day to keep in touch!” Avery’s experience reminded me of my own difficult first day at Poly. I walked around the large campus alone, feeling too shy to talk to anyone. It took me almost a whole year to get used to it. Now new students make friends much faster with this orientation program. Every student, whether outgoing or not, should feel they belong at the high school that they worked hard to get into. It seems that this orientation has already positively influenced the experiences of new students. Therefore, Poly should continue holding the orientation in the future to help all new students get a good start, build confidence, and succeed in the years ahead. 1．What is the purpose of Poly’s orientation? A．To show students around the campus. B．To make students believe in the leaders. C．To get students interested in the program. D．To help students feel better about the new school. 2．What do we know about ninth graders at Poly Prep? A．Some ninth graders need a new campus. B．No ninth graders welcome the orientation. C．Most ninth graders already know the school. D．Many ninth graders help new students directly. 3．What does the underlined word “stick” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Play. B．Stay. C．Meet. D．Walk. 4．Why does the writer think Poly should continue the orientation? A．Because it helps new students to be more outgoing. B．Because it gives students confidence for future success. C．Because it makes students work hard to get into school. D．Because it lets students enjoy different learning experiences. Passage 5 Junior year (the third year of high school in the U. S. education system) is when things actually get very important. Make sure you take care of the following things. Take the Most Challenging Course Load You Can. Go for the Honors Classes. Challenge yourself. Earn the Best Grades You Can. Grades are important. How important are good grades? Short answer: super important. Build Your Brag Sheet (成绩亮点单). You should know what this is by now. This sheet should be filling up with all the wonderful things you have done. By junior year, you should be an active voice in at least one extracurricular activity. Prepare for the SAT and ACT and take one of each in the Spring. These two tests are really important for the applications process, so make sure you prepare well. Visit Colleges. Now’s the time to let the schools actually know you’re visiting, letting them know you’re interested. Book a formal tour. The goal here is to get a feel for those schools you may apply to. Begin to generate Your Big List. This is a list of schools that meet your requirements to research and visit. Request Letters of Recommendation. Remember that Brag Sheet? Use it to get some great letters. Just remember to tell your teachers where to send them. Fix these things, and you will be more confident when applying for colleges. 1．What should juniors do for their brag sheets? A．Add their achievements. B．Use a loud voice. C．Focus mainly on academic grades. D．Finish them after college visits. 2．What can be inferred about the “Big List”? A．It lists some famous schools. B．It is created after visiting colleges. C．It needs teachers’ recommendations. D．It includes schools the junior may apply to. 3．What is the main purpose of the text? A．To list key tasks for juniors. B．To guide grade improvement. C．To stress SAT/ACT importance. D．To explain college application steps. Passage 6 Seeing from the hallway, Abby Brown’s sixth-grade classroom in Marine elementary School, US, looks like any other. Go inside, however, and you’ll see that it’s one in a million. The children in Ms Brown’s class use a new type of school desk. It allows them to stand while they work. Ms Brown designed the desk two years ago. She says that over her 20 years of teaching, she has watched children struggle for comfort behind small hard desks. “The new desks give children the flexibility (灵活性) they need,” she said.“So they can focus better on their work.” Eleven-year-old Nick Raboin likes the idea. While doing his math problems, Nick likes to move his weight around.“Sometimes when I’m super tired, I sit,” Nick said.“But most of the time I like to stand.” The stand-up desks come with swinging footrests, and with stools (凳子) that can be heightened or lowered. Students can change between sitting and standing as they please. Dr James A．Levine, a professor of medicine, is concerned about the weight problems many children have today. He feels stand-up desks allowing children to move around can help with this: “We also have to change to meet their needs.” The stand-up desk’s popularity has spread from Ms Brown’s school to other schools. At Somerset Middle School, the children in Pam Seekel’s class use both traditional and stand-up desks. “At a stand-up desk,” Ms Seekel said, “I’ve never seen students with their heads down. It helps with being awake. And for me as a teacher, I can stand at their level to help them. I’m not bent (弯腰) over. I can’t think of one reason why a classroom teacher wouldn’t want these.” 1．What is special in Abby Brown’s classroom? A．Students can stand when studying. B．The desks are traditionally made. C．The classroom has a comfortable design. D．Small hard desks are provided. 2．What can be learned about the desk? A．It has existed for 20 years. B．It is used to help with homework. C．It is soft and can be bent. D．It can help improve concentration. 3．What is Dr James’ attitude towards the stand-up desk? A．Disappointed. B．Appreciative. C．Doubtful. D．Concerned. 4．Why does Ms Seeker prefer the stand-up desk? A．She can stand or sit freely. B．She can help students conveniently. C．She can give lessons at students’ level. D．She can easily bend over to answer questions. Passage 7 “The real question is not whether machines think but whether men do,” American psychologist BF Skinner once said. And as AI continues to become more popular, many people might be worried about whether people are really thinking at all anymore — and that includes students. Oxford University Press surveyed 2,000 students aged 13 to 18 all over the UK. It found that about 80% of students in the UK already use AI for schoolwork. However, not all students are necessarily happy about their use of AI. More than 60% say they feel that AI has harmful effects on their skills and learning, with one in four saying AI makes it too easy for them to find answers without having to do much work themselves. Many students say they’re worried that AI tools encourage copying instead of creating work by themselves, and they also worry about the correctness of the information AI offers. In fact, fewer than half of students who took part in the survey say they can tell if AI content is correct, and many say they’d like their teachers to help them understand what information they can believe in. A lot of students are also not sure when they should use AI for their schoolwork; about half say they’re worried that other students are using AI, and that teachers don’t always know this. However, the results aren’t all bad. Many students say that AI has helped them get new skills, such as getting better at understanding problems, and thinking of new ideas. One student said AI also helps him “think faster.” Alexandra Tomescu from Oxford University Press said the results of the survey show that students have a mature understanding of how AI affects learning, in both good ways and bad. 1．What can we learn from the survey according to paragraph 2? A．All students are unhappy about using AI. B．About 80% UK students use AI for schoolwork. C．60% think it easy to find answers with AI. D．The survey covers 2,000 students under 18. 2．What do students hope teachers do for them? A．Tell whether AI content is correct. B．Decide when AI should be used. C．recommend some useful AI tools. D．Prevent other students using AI. 3．How does AI help students according to the text? A．Develop practical life skills. B．Understand themselves better. C．Improve their thinking ability. D．Correct mistakes in homework. 4．What does the underlined word “mature” probably mean in the last paragraph? A．Narrow. B．Clear. C．Basic. D．Simple. Passage 8 Millions of children across the United States are stepping into kindergarten (幼儿园) for the first time. My son is one of them. For immigrant (移民的) parents like my wife and me, the moment was deeply affecting. His classroom is filled with colorful posters, smart boards and cool learning tools. Watching him wave goodbye, I hoped he would feel welcome and enjoy the long journey of learning ahead. Yet I could not help but think of my own first day in Uganda. At the age of four, I was sent to live with my uncle’s family for better schooling. My first “school” was an empty room with a dirt floor, wooden window covers and a tin roof that made loud noises when it rained. Later, I moved to Katebe Primary, the best in the county, where every morning we swept the classroom before lessons began. It taught me to take care of the space around me and to be responsible even with very few resources (资源). Still, I dreamed of a classroom where the only thing I needed to bring was curiosity. That dream came true years later in Florida. At 19, I entered an American college, welcomed by a kind couple who adopted (收养) me as their son. I was amazed by the library, the technology and professors who cared about my curiosity. I studied hard, graduated top of my class and went on to further education. Education opened doors I once thought impossible. Now, watching our son take his first steps into a school filled with various learning resources, which were out of reach for most children in Uganda, we were moved beyond words. To us, it felt like a dream that we wished every child could share. I thought of my parents, my grandmother, and my adoptive family. I also thought of children worldwide who still have no access to this chance. I hope one day they can walk into a classroom full of love, curiosity and hope too. Because that first step can change everything. 1．How did the author feel about his son’s school environment? A．Amazed. B．Satisfied. C．Worried. D．Upset. 2．Which of the following best describes the author’s early schooling experiences? A．Fun and carefree. B．Boring and stressful. C．Interesting but demanding. D．Challenging but beneficial. 3．What does the author mainly stress about education in the text? A．Its role in changing one’s life. B．Its requirement of hard work. C．Its value in teaching responsibility. D．Its dependence on good resources. 4．What does the author wish for children worldwide? A．Stronger curiosity. B．More caring teachers. C．Positive social connections. D．Equal access to resources. Passage 9 Does studying philosophy (哲学) really make people better thinkers? To test this claim, as researchers, we looked at data from more than 600,000 US college graduates, compared philosophy students with those in every other field, and published our findings in the Journal of the American Philosophical Association. The results were clear. By the end of their senior year, philosophy students did much better than all other students on tests of language and logical reasoning (逻辑推理). They also reported stronger virtues, including curiosity and open-mindedness. Why does philosophy have such an effect? Different from many fields that focus on specific knowledge, philosophy is best understood as a method of research. It asks questions about human life and the universe and then tests possible answers. Doing philosophy means building logical reasoning, recognizing hidden assumptions (假设), and arriving at their often surprising conclusions. These habits of mind enable students to think more clearly and carefully from different aspects. This benefit matters far beyond the classroom. At a time when public trust in higher education is at historic lows and AI is reshaping the workplace, the need for critical thinking has never been greater. AI can generate (生成) information quickly, but it cannot decide what is true or meaningful. If we humans don’t examine AI-generated information, our life is at risk. Our research does not claim that philosophy alone guarantees wisdom or moral virtue. Intellectual (智力上的) skills can be used for selfish purposes as well as for justice. But the evidence showed that studying philosophy helps us develop habits of thought that are measurable and lasting. It gives students the tools to question assumptions, face uncertainty, and make thoughtful choices in an ever-changing world. In short, philosophy is not beyond us — it is a necessity. It trains the mind, strengthens judgment, and prepares people to meet future challenges with courage. 1．How did the researchers carry out the study? A．By interviewing philosophy students. B．By reviewing earlier studies. C．By comparing data of graduates. D．By analyzing graduates’ behavior. 2．What makes philosophy students better thinkers, according to Paragraph 3? A．Their thirst for knowledge. B．Their curiosity for mysteries. C．Their critical thinking skills. D．Their language and logical training. 3．Why does philosophy matter in today’s world? A．It is changing the workplace worldwide. B．It gives us wisdom and a sense of justice. C．It better prepares us for complex realities. D．It helps rebuild public trust in higher education. 4．What can we infer from the text? A．Philosophy matters more than AI in modern society. B．Philosophy students are the smartest among graduates. C．Philosophy students adapt well to the changing workplace. D．We need to study some philosophy to face the uncertain future. Passage 10 Historically, education has always been a human-operated process. Teachers were responsible for delivering lessons, checking students’ grades, and managing classroom environments. However, the rise of digital technology led to the development of online learning platforms, digital classrooms, and online courses. And the combination of AI promises to take these advances to an entirely new level. Every student has a unique learning style, speed, and set of strengths and weaknesses. Traditional education systems often struggle to meet these individual needs due to class size, limited resources, and the one-size-fits-all approach. AI could change that. With AI-driven learning platforms, students can work through material at their own speed. For example, platforms like Coursera, Khan Academy, and Duolingo use AI to analyze student progress and offer content, quizzes, and exercises made for them. Traditionally, teachers are often busy with tasks such as grading, lesson planning, and tracking student progress. AI can ease this burden by automating (使自动化) many of these tasks, freeing up valuable time for teachers to focus on student engagement and instruction. For example, AI tools can grade homework, exams, and quizzes much faster than a human educator. This is especially valuable for large classes where individual grading might take days or even weeks. Moreover, AI can help teachers with lesson planning by analyzing vast amounts of educational content and suggesting resources that best match student learning needs. With AI, students who have trouble with language, disabilities, or socio-economic challenges have more opportunities to receive education. AI-powered tools, such as Google Classroom and Microsoft Word, are developed to support students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Moreover, AI tools are making it easier for students who can’t see or hear well. Text-to-speech, real-time translation, and sign language identification technologies can break down barriers for students who face challenges in traditional educational environments. Looking ahead, AI’s role in education will continue to develop. As technology advances, we can expect AI to become part of learning platforms, making education more interesting and engaging. 1．What are AI platforms in paragraph 2 mentioned to show? A．AI’s aid in setting learning goals. B．The rapid development of AI technology. C．AI’s role in personalizing learning resources. D．The comparative advantage of traditional education. 2．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．AI’s assistance to educators. B．AI’s possibility of replacing teachers. C．The importance of student engagement. D．Teaching challenges in large classrooms. 3．What can we infer about AI-powered tools according to the text? A．They help lessen (减少) cultural differences. B．They make education more accessible. C．They need further technical improvements. D．They make students’ school life more colourful. 4．What is the purpose of the text? A．To recommend AI tools and platforms. B．To remind students of AI’s weaknesses. C．To discuss the impact of AI on education. D．To list the advantages of digital technology. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Welcome Unit 单元话题阅读理解练习 序号 语篇 体裁 核心主题简介 Passage 1 Kevin 成长故事 记叙文 患有阿斯伯格综合征的少年凯文性格内向、难以参与团队活动，依靠电脑特长建立自信，慢慢走出封闭自我、融入集体。 Passage 2 高中新生适应指南 说明文 分析高一新生入学焦虑的原因，介绍学校迎新会、课外活动等途径，指导新生适应高中新生活。 Passage 3 高中第一天亲身经历 记叙文 讲述作者高中开学第一天既紧张又兴奋，结识新朋友、课堂自我介绍，逐步适应新校园环境。 Passage 4 学校迎新项目 议论文 介绍 Poly Prep 学校开设新生迎新活动，帮助新生建立归属感、快速交友，论证迎新项目的积极意义。 Passage 5 美国高三升学准备 应用文 罗列美国高中三年级学生需要完成的各项任务，为大学申请做好全方位准备。 Passage 6 新式站立课桌 说明文 介绍美国教师设计的站立式课桌，可自由切换坐立姿势，有助于提升学生专注力，现已在多所学校推广。 Passage 7 学生使用 AI 现状调查 说明文 英国一项调查显示学生对 AI 完成作业利弊并存，既认可 AI 带来的学习帮助，也担忧 AI 滋生抄袭、信息不可靠等问题。 Passage 8 求学经历对比感悟 记叙文 移民父亲对比自己艰苦的童年求学经历与儿子优越的校园条件，感慨教育改变命运，希望全世界孩子都能享有优质教育资源。 Passage 9 学习哲学的价值 说明文 研究证明学习哲学能够锻炼逻辑与批判性思维，在人工智能时代，哲学思维帮助人们理性辨别信息、应对未来挑战。 Passage 10 人工智能赋能教育 说明文 介绍人工智能在教育领域的多重作用：实现个性化学习、减轻教师工作负担、为特殊学生扫清学习障碍。 Passage 1 When I first started working with Kevin Sargeant, he was a freshman in high school, and I was his science teacher. I knew even then that he was a bright young man with great potential, and a hunger for learning. But he struggled to apply what he had learned due to his autism (自闭症). Diagnosed (诊断) with Asperger’s syndrome (阿斯伯格综合症) in elementary school, Kevin scored well on tests. However, a huge part of school learning takes place not at a student’s individual desk, but in groups that require participation. For children like Kevin, that presents a big challenge. For a long time, we struggled to persuade Kevin to come out of his shell and join the class. He preferred doing activities alone, and hated classroom tasks that required teamwork, like lab experiments. He struggled with public speaking even in small groups, and didn’t want to try new things. You could tell that there was huge potential there — I never doubted his academic abilities. But at times many of us at the school worried about whether he’d ever be able to make full use of those abilities to build a future for himself. Over time, however, something changed. Slowly he began to want to try new things, and to work with people. He developed into a boy of humor, and started to participate in class and to let people get to know him. And he was gradually into the high school’s work-based learning program, where he learned about information technology — an area Kevin is always gifted in. In fact, in some ways, I think it was his experience with computers that brought him out of himself and helped him join the world. Finding something he was good at gave him the confidence he’d so badly needed. 1．What challenge did Kevin Sargeant have to face in school at first? A．He had low intelligence. B．He lacked the love for learning. C．He wasn’t used to team work. D．He couldn’t make friends with kids. 2．Which of the following words can best describe the changing Kevin? A．Kind and open-minded. B．Talented and responsible. C．diligent and dependent. D．Humorous and outgoing. 3．According to the author, what led to Kevin’s change? A．His experience with computers. B．His teacher’s encouragement. C．The requirement of teachers. D．The work-based learning program. 4．Which of the following can be the best title for the passage? A．A Lonely Talented Boy B．Out of the shell into the Sunshine C．The Magic of Computers D．Strength from the Surrounding World 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文讲述患有自闭症的高中生凯文起初孤僻内向，难以参与集体活动，后来凭借自身电脑天赋重拾自信，慢慢走出自我、融入集体。 1．细节理解题。根据第三段“He preferred doing activities alone, and hated classroom tasks that required teamwork, like lab experiments.(他喜欢独自活动，讨厌实验这类需要团队合作的课堂任务。)”可知，凯文起初难以适应校园里的团队合作。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段“Slowly he began to want to try new things, and to work with people. He developed into a boy of humor, and started to participate in class and to let people get to know him.(慢慢地他愿意尝试新事物、与人合作，变得幽默开朗，主动参与课堂，愿意让他人了解自己。)”可知，转变后的凯文幽默且外向。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段“In fact, in some ways, I think it was his experience with computers that brought him out of himself and helped him join the world.(事实上在某种程度上，我认为正是接触电脑的经历让他走出自我，融入外界。)”可知，是电脑相关经历促成了他的改变。 4．主旨大意题。根据第三段“For a long time, we struggled to persuade Kevin to come out of his shell and join the class.(很长一段时间里，我们都努力劝说凯文走出孤僻的状态，融入班级集体。)”以及后文讲述他逐渐改变、融入人群的全过程可知，文章主要讲述凯文走出封闭自我、积极融入生活的成长历程，所以B项“挣脱束缚，拥抱阳光”最贴合文意。 Passage 2 You may not know a lot of people when you start senior high school. Maybe your friends from junior high school are going to a different senior high school. Even if you know other freshmen (一年级学生), you still feel anxious that you don’t know any upperclassmen. How are you going to make friends among this sea of unknown faces? Most senior high schools hold the freshman orientation (迎新会) before school actually starts. It is helpful because you not only learn your way around the building but also get to meet some of your teachers and fellow freshmen. That way, when you show up on your first day of school, you may already recognize a few familiar faces. When you talk to people at orientation, you’ll probably find that a lot of them are feeling just like you are. They’re all new to the school and don’t know what to expect. Talking about a common concern with your classmates can help you develop friendships. The work in senior high school is something freshmen are probably worried about. It builds on what you learned in junior high school, giving you a more advanced (高深的) knowledge of many subjects. So you may find you have more work to do or that it’s a bit more challenging. If you ever find your work too difficult, teachers can give you extra help. Senior high school also has more after-school activities than junior high school, such as clubs, music and theater groups and sports teams. This is a good time to explore your interests and try new things. Junior high school taught you the basics of time management and social skills while providing you with a little extra support and guidance. Senior high school gives you the chance to learn how to be more independent and responsible. 1．How do the freshmen usually feel on their first day of senior high school? A．Proud. B．Nervous C．Excited. D．Curious. 2．What are freshmen probably worried about? A．The learning task. B．The ability to make friends. C．The freshman orientation. D．The relationship with teachers. 3．What do after-school activities mainly help students to do? A．Develop friendships. B．Develop their interests. C．Build up their strength. D．Improve their learning ability. 4．What is the last paragraph mainly about? A．What you’ll learn in senior high school. B．What you learned in junior high school. C．The difference between junior high school and senior high school. D．The importance of being more independent and responsible. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要分析了高中新生面临的紧张、担心和解决办法。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Even if you know other freshmen (一年级学生), you still feel anxious that you don’t know any upperclassmen.(即便你认识一些高一新生，你仍会因为不认识高年级的同学而感到焦虑。)”可知，新生来到学校第一天通常都会感到焦虑不安。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段中的“The work in senior high school is something freshmen are probably worried about. It builds on what you learned in junior high school, giving you a more advanced (高深的) knowledge of many subjects. So you may find you have more work to do or that it’s a bit more challenging.(高中阶段的学习是新生们可能会感到担忧的事情。它是在初中所学知识的基础上进行的，能让你在更多学科方面获得更深入的了解。所以你可能会发现自己需要完成更多的作业，或者会觉得学习难度有所增加。)”可知，在高中学生将学习更高深的知识，学习也会更有挑战性，因此新生可能会担心学习。 3．细节理解题。根据第五段中的“Senior high school also has more after-school activities than junior high school, such as clubs, music and theater groups and sports teams. This is a good time to explore your interests and try new things.(高中阶段的课外活动比初中阶段更多，比如社团活动、音乐和戏剧团体以及运动队等。这是一个探索个人兴趣和尝试新事物的好时机。)”可知，课外活动能发展学生的兴趣。 4．主旨大意题。根据最后一段中的“Junior high school taught you the basics of time management and social skills while providing you with a little extra support and guidance. Senior high school gives you the chance to learn how to be more independent and responsible.(初中时期，你学会了时间管理和社交方面的基本知识，并且还得到了一些额外的支持和指导。而高中阶段则为你提供了更多独立和负责任的培养机会。)”可知，最后一段主要讲的是初中教育和高中教育的不同。 Passage 3 My first day of senior high school was a mix of excitement and anxiety. I woke up early, put on my new school uniform, and rushed to school with my parents’ wishes. When I arrived at the campus, I was amazed by its size — much bigger than my junior high school. There were hundreds of students walking around, all looking a bit nervous like me. I found my classroom with the help of a teacher. As I walked in, all eyes turned to me. I felt my face turn red and quickly found a seat in the corner. Soon, a girl with a smile sat next to me. “Hi, I’m Wang Yu. Are you new here too?” she asked. Her kindness made me feel better. We talked about our junior high schools and our expectations for senior high. The first class was English. Our teacher, Ms. Zhang, was friendly and introduced the course to us. She also asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. I was worried about speaking in front of the class, but when it was my turn, I tried my best to express myself. To my surprise, everyone clapped after I finished. By the end of the day, I had made three new friends and got used to the new environment. I realized that senior high school would be a new beginning full of challenges and opportunities. I felt more confident about my future studies and life. 1．How did the author feel on the first day of senior high school? A．Only excited. B．Only anxious. C．Excited but anxious. D．Bored and nervous. 2．Who helped the author find the classroom? A．Her parents. B．A teacher. C．Wang Yu. D．A classmate. 3．What did the author do in the first English class? A．She introduced herself. B．She gave a speech. C．She asked the teacher questions. D．She talked with Wang Yu. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．The author’s senior high school is smaller than her junior high school. B．The author made no friends on the first day. C．The author felt more confident after the first day. D．Ms. Zhang was a strict teacher. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者高中第一天的经历。 1．细节理解题。根据首段中的“My first day of senior high school was a mix of excitement and anxiety.(我的高中第一天充满了兴奋和焦虑)”可知，作者在高中第一天的感受是既兴奋又焦虑。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段中的“I found my classroom with the help of a teacher.(在一位老师的帮助下，我找到了自己的教室)”可知，一位老师帮助作者找到了教室。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第三段中的“She also asked us to introduce ourselves one by one. I was worried about speaking in front of the class, but when it was my turn, I tried my best to express myself.(她还让我们一个接一个地自我介绍。我很担心在全班同学面前发言，但当轮到我时，我尽力表达自己)”可知，作者在第一节英语课上进行了自我介绍。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据末段“By the end of the day, I had made three new friends and got used to the new environment. I realized that senior high school would be a new beginning full of challenges and opportunities. I felt more confident about my future studies and life.(一天结束时，我已经交到了三位新朋友，也适应了新的环境。我意识到，高中将是一段充满挑战与机遇的全新开始。我对自己未来的学习和生活，也多了一份信心)”可知，经过高中第一天的经历，作者适应了新环境并交到了朋友，因此对未来的学习和生活更加自信。故选C。 Passage 4 First day of school can be hard for anyone, especially for 14-year-olds. To help anxious new students, Poly Prep has introduced a special orientation (迎新) program. School leaders believe this program helps students feel they belong and get to know the new school, which makes them less nervous. According to the Poly website, the school welcomes around 35 to 40 new students each year, meaning almost 28% of the ninth-grade students are new to the school. Research shows that the orientation plays a key role in helping new students feel welcome. Avery Canino, a new student, talked about her first day: “At the beginning, I felt completely lost because no one really showed us where to go. The campus was so big and crowded.” However, her day quickly improved. “I met several other new students, and we decided to stick together for all the activities. We even created a group chat that same day to keep in touch!” Avery’s experience reminded me of my own difficult first day at Poly. I walked around the large campus alone, feeling too shy to talk to anyone. It took me almost a whole year to get used to it. Now new students make friends much faster with this orientation program. Every student, whether outgoing or not, should feel they belong at the high school that they worked hard to get into. It seems that this orientation has already positively influenced the experiences of new students. Therefore, Poly should continue holding the orientation in the future to help all new students get a good start, build confidence, and succeed in the years ahead. 1．What is the purpose of Poly’s orientation? A．To show students around the campus. B．To make students believe in the leaders. C．To get students interested in the program. D．To help students feel better about the new school. 2．What do we know about ninth graders at Poly Prep? A．Some ninth graders need a new campus. B．No ninth graders welcome the orientation. C．Most ninth graders already know the school. D．Many ninth graders help new students directly. 3．What does the underlined word “stick” in paragraph 3 mean? A．Play. B．Stay. C．Meet. D．Walk. 4．Why does the writer think Poly should continue the orientation? A．Because it helps new students to be more outgoing. B．Because it gives students confidence for future success. C．Because it makes students work hard to get into school. D．Because it lets students enjoy different learning experiences. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了Poly Prep学校为帮助新生适应校园生活而设立的迎新活动，通过新生Avery的经历和作者自身的感受，说明了该活动的积极作用，并呼吁学校继续举办。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“School leaders believe this program helps students feel they belong and get to know the new school, which makes them less nervous.(学校领导认为这个项目能帮助学生产生归属感并了解新学校，从而减轻他们的紧张情绪。)”可知，迎新活动的目的是帮助学生更好地适应新学校，缓解紧张情绪，即帮助学生对学校感觉更好。故选D。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段中“the school welcomes around 35 to 40 new students each year, meaning almost 28% of the ninth-grade students are new to the school.(学校每年欢迎约35至40名新生，这意味着几乎28%的九年级学生是新入学的。)”可知，72%的九年级学生是老生，即大多数九年级学生已经了解这所学校。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据第三段中划线词所在句“I met several other new students, and we decided to stick together for all the activities.(我遇到了其他几位新生，我们决定在所有活动中都stick在一起。)”以及后文“We even created a group chat that same day to keep in touch!(我们当天就建了群聊保持联系！)”可知，stick together意为“待在一起，不分开”，相当于stay together。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Poly should continue holding the orientation in the future to help all new students get a good start, build confidence, and succeed in the years ahead.(Poly未来应继续举办迎新活动，以帮助所有新生获得良好开端、建立信心并在未来几年取得成功。)”可知，作者认为迎新活动能给学生带来未来成功的信心。故选B。 Passage 5 Junior year (the third year of high school in the U. S. education system) is when things actually get very important. Make sure you take care of the following things. Take the Most Challenging Course Load You Can. Go for the Honors Classes. Challenge yourself. Earn the Best Grades You Can. Grades are important. How important are good grades? Short answer: super important. Build Your Brag Sheet (成绩亮点单). You should know what this is by now. This sheet should be filling up with all the wonderful things you have done. By junior year, you should be an active voice in at least one extracurricular activity. Prepare for the SAT and ACT and take one of each in the Spring. These two tests are really important for the applications process, so make sure you prepare well. Visit Colleges. Now’s the time to let the schools actually know you’re visiting, letting them know you’re interested. Book a formal tour. The goal here is to get a feel for those schools you may apply to. Begin to generate Your Big List. This is a list of schools that meet your requirements to research and visit. Request Letters of Recommendation. Remember that Brag Sheet? Use it to get some great letters. Just remember to tell your teachers where to send them. Fix these things, and you will be more confident when applying for colleges. 1．What should juniors do for their brag sheets? A．Add their achievements. B．Use a loud voice. C．Focus mainly on academic grades. D．Finish them after college visits. 2．What can be inferred about the “Big List”? A．It lists some famous schools. B．It is created after visiting colleges. C．It needs teachers’ recommendations. D．It includes schools the junior may apply to. 3．What is the main purpose of the text? A．To list key tasks for juniors. B．To guide grade improvement. C．To stress SAT/ACT importance. D．To explain college application steps. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了美国高中三年级的重要性，并针对该阶段学生提出了一系列为大学申请做准备的具体建议。 1．细节理解题。根据第四段“This sheet should be filling up with all the wonderful things you have done. By junior year, you should be an active voice in at least one extracurricular activity.(这张纸页上应该写满你所做过的所有精彩事情。到了高三的时候，你应该能在至少一项课外活动中积极发声了)”可知，高三学生在“成绩亮点单”上把自己的成就都写上去。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据倒数第三段“Begin to generate Your Big List. This is a list of schools that meet your requirements to research and visit.(开始列出你的“重点学校清单”。这份清单包含了符合你要求、可供你进行调研和参观的学校)”可知，“重点学校清单”列出了高三可以申请的学校。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第一段“Junior year (the third year of high school in the U. S. education system) is when things actually get very important. Make sure you take care of the following things.(高三（美国教育体系中高中阶段的第三年）是事情变得非常重要的时候。请务必做好以下这些事项)”结合文本核心围绕高中三年级需完成的关键事项展开，如选课、刷分、准备材料等。可知，这篇文章的主要目的是列出高三学生的关键任务。故选A。 Passage 6 Seeing from the hallway, Abby Brown’s sixth-grade classroom in Marine elementary School, US, looks like any other. Go inside, however, and you’ll see that it’s one in a million. The children in Ms Brown’s class use a new type of school desk. It allows them to stand while they work. Ms Brown designed the desk two years ago. She says that over her 20 years of teaching, she has watched children struggle for comfort behind small hard desks. “The new desks give children the flexibility (灵活性) they need,” she said.“So they can focus better on their work.” Eleven-year-old Nick Raboin likes the idea. While doing his math problems, Nick likes to move his weight around.“Sometimes when I’m super tired, I sit,” Nick said.“But most of the time I like to stand.” The stand-up desks come with swinging footrests, and with stools (凳子) that can be heightened or lowered. Students can change between sitting and standing as they please. Dr James A．Levine, a professor of medicine, is concerned about the weight problems many children have today. He feels stand-up desks allowing children to move around can help with this: “We also have to change to meet their needs.” The stand-up desk’s popularity has spread from Ms Brown’s school to other schools. At Somerset Middle School, the children in Pam Seekel’s class use both traditional and stand-up desks. “At a stand-up desk,” Ms Seekel said, “I’ve never seen students with their heads down. It helps with being awake. And for me as a teacher, I can stand at their level to help them. I’m not bent (弯腰) over. I can’t think of one reason why a classroom teacher wouldn’t want these.” 1．What is special in Abby Brown’s classroom? A．Students can stand when studying. B．The desks are traditionally made. C．The classroom has a comfortable design. D．Small hard desks are provided. 2．What can be learned about the desk? A．It has existed for 20 years. B．It is used to help with homework. C．It is soft and can be bent. D．It can help improve concentration. 3．What is Dr James’ attitude towards the stand-up desk? A．Disappointed. B．Appreciative. C．Doubtful. D．Concerned. 4．Why does Ms Seeker prefer the stand-up desk? A．She can stand or sit freely. B．She can help students conveniently. C．She can give lessons at students’ level. D．She can easily bend over to answer questions. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．B 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了美国教师布朗设计的站立式课桌亮相其教室，可自由切换坐立，能提升学生专注力、助力解决体重问题，受师生认可并在多所学校推广。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段中“The children in Ms Brown’s class use a new type of school desk. It allows them to stand while they work.( 布朗老师班上的孩子们使用的是新型的课桌。这种课桌能让孩子们在学习时保持站立姿势。)”可知，布朗老师的教室最特别的点是配备了新型课桌，学生学习时可以站立，这是与普通教室的核心区别。故选A项。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中““The new desks give children the flexibility (灵活性) they need,” she said. “So they can focus better on their work.”(“这些新课桌为孩子们提供了他们所需要的灵活性，”她说，“这样他们就能更好地专注于自己的学习。”)”可知，新型课桌能给学生所需的灵活性，帮助他们更好地集中注意力学习，也就是能提升专注力。故选D项。 3．推理判断题。根据第五段“Dr James A. Levine, a professor of medicine, is concerned about the weight problems many children have today. He feels stand-up desks allowing children to move around can help with this: “We also have to change to meet their needs.”(医学教授詹姆斯·A·莱文博士对如今许多孩子存在的体重问题表示担忧。他认为站立式课桌能让孩子们活动起来，从而有助于解决这一问题：“我们也必须做出改变以满足他们的需求。”)”可推知，詹姆斯博士对站立式课桌持赞赏和认可的态度。故选B项。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“And for me as a teacher, I can stand at their level to help them. I’m not bent (弯腰) over. I can’t think of one reason why a classroom teacher wouldn’t want these.(对我来说，作为一名教师，我可以站在他们的水平高度上帮助他们。我不弯腰驼背。我想不出有哪个课堂教师会不愿意使用这些的。)”可知，塞克尔老师喜欢这种站立式办公桌是因为她能方便地帮助学生。故选B项。 Passage 7 “The real question is not whether machines think but whether men do,” American psychologist BF Skinner once said. And as AI continues to become more popular, many people might be worried about whether people are really thinking at all anymore — and that includes students. Oxford University Press surveyed 2,000 students aged 13 to 18 all over the UK. It found that about 80% of students in the UK already use AI for schoolwork. However, not all students are necessarily happy about their use of AI. More than 60% say they feel that AI has harmful effects on their skills and learning, with one in four saying AI makes it too easy for them to find answers without having to do much work themselves. Many students say they’re worried that AI tools encourage copying instead of creating work by themselves, and they also worry about the correctness of the information AI offers. In fact, fewer than half of students who took part in the survey say they can tell if AI content is correct, and many say they’d like their teachers to help them understand what information they can believe in. A lot of students are also not sure when they should use AI for their schoolwork; about half say they’re worried that other students are using AI, and that teachers don’t always know this. However, the results aren’t all bad. Many students say that AI has helped them get new skills, such as getting better at understanding problems, and thinking of new ideas. One student said AI also helps him “think faster.” Alexandra Tomescu from Oxford University Press said the results of the survey show that students have a mature understanding of how AI affects learning, in both good ways and bad. 1．What can we learn from the survey according to paragraph 2? A．All students are unhappy about using AI. B．About 80% UK students use AI for schoolwork. C．60% think it easy to find answers with AI. D．The survey covers 2,000 students under 18. 2．What do students hope teachers do for them? A．Tell whether AI content is correct. B．Decide when AI should be used. C．recommend some useful AI tools. D．Prevent other students using AI. 3．How does AI help students according to the text? A．Develop practical life skills. B．Understand themselves better. C．Improve their thinking ability. D．Correct mistakes in homework. 4．What does the underlined word “mature” probably mean in the last paragraph? A．Narrow. B．Clear. C．Basic. D．Simple. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章通过牛津大学出版社对英国13至18岁学生的调查，揭示了学生对人工智能在教育中使用的态度、担忧以及积极看法，表明学生对AI的影响有着成熟的理解。 1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Oxford University Press surveyed 2,000 students aged 13 to 18 all over the UK. It found that about 80% of students in the UK already use AI for schoolwork.(牛津大学出版社对英国各地2000名13至18岁的学生进行了调查。调查发现，英国约80%的学生已经使用人工智能完成作业。)”可知，英国约80%的学生用AI做功课。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段中“many say they’d like their teachers to help them understand what information they can believe in.(许多人说，他们希望老师能帮助他们理解哪些信息是可以相信的。)”可知，学生们希望老师能帮助他们判断AI生成内容是否正确。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据第四段中“Many students say that AI has helped them get new skills, such as getting better at understanding problems, and thinking of new ideas. One student said AI also helps him ‘think faster.’(许多学生说，人工智能帮助他们获得了新技能，比如更好地理解问题，以及思考新的想法。一位学生说，人工智能还帮助他‘思考得更快’。)”可知，AI通过帮助学生更好地理解问题和激发新想法来提高他们的思维能力。故选C。 4．词句猜测题。根据最后一段“Alexandra Tomescu from Oxford University Press said the results of the survey show that students have a mature understanding of how AI affects learning, in both good ways and bad. (牛津大学出版社的Alexandra Tomescu说，调查结果显示，学生对AI如何影响学习有着……的理解，包括好的方面和坏的方面。)”结合上文可知，学生们既认识到了AI带来的便利和新技能，也清楚地表达了对其鼓励抄袭、信息准确性等负面影响的担忧。这种能全面看待事物利弊的理解是深刻而清晰的。因此“mature”在此处为“清晰的，透彻的”之意，与“clear”含义相近。故选B。 Passage 8 Millions of children across the United States are stepping into kindergarten (幼儿园) for the first time. My son is one of them. For immigrant (移民的) parents like my wife and me, the moment was deeply affecting. His classroom is filled with colorful posters, smart boards and cool learning tools. Watching him wave goodbye, I hoped he would feel welcome and enjoy the long journey of learning ahead. Yet I could not help but think of my own first day in Uganda. At the age of four, I was sent to live with my uncle’s family for better schooling. My first “school” was an empty room with a dirt floor, wooden window covers and a tin roof that made loud noises when it rained. Later, I moved to Katebe Primary, the best in the county, where every morning we swept the classroom before lessons began. It taught me to take care of the space around me and to be responsible even with very few resources (资源). Still, I dreamed of a classroom where the only thing I needed to bring was curiosity. That dream came true years later in Florida. At 19, I entered an American college, welcomed by a kind couple who adopted (收养) me as their son. I was amazed by the library, the technology and professors who cared about my curiosity. I studied hard, graduated top of my class and went on to further education. Education opened doors I once thought impossible. Now, watching our son take his first steps into a school filled with various learning resources, which were out of reach for most children in Uganda, we were moved beyond words. To us, it felt like a dream that we wished every child could share. I thought of my parents, my grandmother, and my adoptive family. I also thought of children worldwide who still have no access to this chance. I hope one day they can walk into a classroom full of love, curiosity and hope too. Because that first step can change everything. 1．How did the author feel about his son’s school environment? A．Amazed. B．Satisfied. C．Worried. D．Upset. 2．Which of the following best describes the author’s early schooling experiences? A．Fun and carefree. B．Boring and stressful. C．Interesting but demanding. D．Challenging but beneficial. 3．What does the author mainly stress about education in the text? A．Its role in changing one’s life. B．Its requirement of hard work. C．Its value in teaching responsibility. D．Its dependence on good resources. 4．What does the author wish for children worldwide? A．Stronger curiosity. B．More caring teachers. C．Positive social connections. D．Equal access to resources. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者对比自己与儿子不同求学经历，感慨教育改变人生并希望全球孩子都能享有优质教育资源。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Watching him wave goodbye, I hoped he would feel welcome and enjoy the long journey of learning ahead.(看着他挥手告别，我希望他能感到受欢迎，并享受未来的学习之旅。)”可知，作者对儿子的学校环境感到满意。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据第二段中“My first “school” was an empty room with a dirt floor, wooden window covers and a tin roof that made loud noises when it rained. Later, I moved to Katebe Primary, the best in the county, where every morning we swept the classroom before lessons began. It taught me to take care of the space around me and to be responsible even with very few resources (资源).(我的第一所“学校”是一个空房间，有泥土地面、木制窗盖和锡屋顶，下雨时发出很大的噪音。后来，我搬到了县里最好的Katebe小学，每天早上上课前我们都要打扫教室。它教会我照顾周围的空间，即使资源很少也要负责任。)”可知，作者早期的学校教育经历充满挑战，但同时也让他受益匪浅。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段中“I studied hard, graduated top of my class and went on to further education. Education opened doors I once thought impossible.(我努力学习，以全班第一名的成绩毕业，并继续深造。教育打开了我曾经认为不可能的大门。)”可知，作者主要强调教育在改变人生方面的作用。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“I hope one day they can walk into a classroom full of love, curiosity and hope too. Because that first step can change everything.(我希望有一天他们也能走进一个充满爱、好奇和希望的教室。因为第一步可以改变一切。)”可知，作者希望全世界的孩子都能平等地获得教育资源。故选D。 Passage 9 Does studying philosophy (哲学) really make people better thinkers? To test this claim, as researchers, we looked at data from more than 600,000 US college graduates, compared philosophy students with those in every other field, and published our findings in the Journal of the American Philosophical Association. The results were clear. By the end of their senior year, philosophy students did much better than all other students on tests of language and logical reasoning (逻辑推理). They also reported stronger virtues, including curiosity and open-mindedness. Why does philosophy have such an effect? Different from many fields that focus on specific knowledge, philosophy is best understood as a method of research. It asks questions about human life and the universe and then tests possible answers. Doing philosophy means building logical reasoning, recognizing hidden assumptions (假设), and arriving at their often surprising conclusions. These habits of mind enable students to think more clearly and carefully from different aspects. This benefit matters far beyond the classroom. At a time when public trust in higher education is at historic lows and AI is reshaping the workplace, the need for critical thinking has never been greater. AI can generate (生成) information quickly, but it cannot decide what is true or meaningful. If we humans don’t examine AI-generated information, our life is at risk. Our research does not claim that philosophy alone guarantees wisdom or moral virtue. Intellectual (智力上的) skills can be used for selfish purposes as well as for justice. But the evidence showed that studying philosophy helps us develop habits of thought that are measurable and lasting. It gives students the tools to question assumptions, face uncertainty, and make thoughtful choices in an ever-changing world. In short, philosophy is not beyond us — it is a necessity. It trains the mind, strengthens judgment, and prepares people to meet future challenges with courage. 1．How did the researchers carry out the study? A．By interviewing philosophy students. B．By reviewing earlier studies. C．By comparing data of graduates. D．By analyzing graduates’ behavior. 2．What makes philosophy students better thinkers, according to Paragraph 3? A．Their thirst for knowledge. B．Their curiosity for mysteries. C．Their critical thinking skills. D．Their language and logical training. 3．Why does philosophy matter in today’s world? A．It is changing the workplace worldwide. B．It gives us wisdom and a sense of justice. C．It better prepares us for complex realities. D．It helps rebuild public trust in higher education. 4．What can we infer from the text? A．Philosophy matters more than AI in modern society. B．Philosophy students are the smartest among graduates. C．Philosophy students adapt well to the changing workplace. D．We need to study some philosophy to face the uncertain future. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．D 4．D 【导语】这是一篇说明文。研究表明学习哲学能提升语言逻辑能力与思维品质，培养应对复杂现实和未来挑战的能力，是不可或缺的素养。 1．推理判断题。根据第一段“To test this claim, as researchers, we looked at data from more than 600,000 US college graduates, compared philosophy students with those in every other field, and published our findings in the Journal of the American Philosophical Association.(为验证这一观点，我们作为研究人员分析了超过60万名美国大学毕业生的数据，将哲学专业学生与其他所有学科的学生进行了对比，并在《美国哲学协会期刊》上发表了研究结果)”可推知，研究者是通过对比毕业生的相关数据开展这项研究的。故选C项。 2．推理判断题。根据第三段“Doing philosophy means building logical reasoning, recognizing hidden assumptions (假设), and arriving at their often surprising conclusions. These habits of mind enable students to think more clearly and carefully from different aspects.(学习哲学意味着构建逻辑推理、识别隐藏的假设，并得出往往令人惊讶的结论。这些思维习惯能让学生从不同角度更清晰、缜密地思考)”可推知，哲学专业学生拥有的批判性思维能力让他们成为更优秀的思考者。故选C项。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段“At a time when public trust in higher education is at historic lows and AI is reshaping the workplace, the need for critical thinking has never been greater.(在高等教育的公众信任度处于历史低位、人工智能重塑职场的当下，对批判性思维的需求从未如此迫切)”可推知，哲学培养的批判性思维能挽回公众对高等教育的信任，这是其在当下的重要意义。故选D项。 4．推理判断题。根据第五段“But the evidence showed that studying philosophy helps us develop habits of thought that are measurable and lasting. It gives students the tools to question assumptions, face uncertainty, and make thoughtful choices in an ever-changing world.(但有证据表明，学习哲学有助于我们培养可量化且持久的思维习惯。它能为学生提供工具，去质疑既定假设、直面不确定性，并在这个瞬息万变的世界中做出审慎的选择)”和最后一段“In short, philosophy is not beyond us — it is a necessity. It trains the mind, strengthens judgment, and prepares people to meet future challenges with courage.(简而言之，哲学并非遥不可及——它是一种必需品。它能训练思维、提升判断力，并让人做好准备，以勇气迎接未来的挑战)”可推知，我们需要学习一些哲学来面对充满不确定性的未来。故选D项。 Passage 10 Historically, education has always been a human-operated process. Teachers were responsible for delivering lessons, checking students’ grades, and managing classroom environments. However, the rise of digital technology led to the development of online learning platforms, digital classrooms, and online courses. And the combination of AI promises to take these advances to an entirely new level. Every student has a unique learning style, speed, and set of strengths and weaknesses. Traditional education systems often struggle to meet these individual needs due to class size, limited resources, and the one-size-fits-all approach. AI could change that. With AI-driven learning platforms, students can work through material at their own speed. For example, platforms like Coursera, Khan Academy, and Duolingo use AI to analyze student progress and offer content, quizzes, and exercises made for them. Traditionally, teachers are often busy with tasks such as grading, lesson planning, and tracking student progress. AI can ease this burden by automating (使自动化) many of these tasks, freeing up valuable time for teachers to focus on student engagement and instruction. For example, AI tools can grade homework, exams, and quizzes much faster than a human educator. This is especially valuable for large classes where individual grading might take days or even weeks. Moreover, AI can help teachers with lesson planning by analyzing vast amounts of educational content and suggesting resources that best match student learning needs. With AI, students who have trouble with language, disabilities, or socio-economic challenges have more opportunities to receive education. AI-powered tools, such as Google Classroom and Microsoft Word, are developed to support students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Moreover, AI tools are making it easier for students who can’t see or hear well. Text-to-speech, real-time translation, and sign language identification technologies can break down barriers for students who face challenges in traditional educational environments. Looking ahead, AI’s role in education will continue to develop. As technology advances, we can expect AI to become part of learning platforms, making education more interesting and engaging. 1．What are AI platforms in paragraph 2 mentioned to show? A．AI’s aid in setting learning goals. B．The rapid development of AI technology. C．AI’s role in personalizing learning resources. D．The comparative advantage of traditional education. 2．What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．AI’s assistance to educators. B．AI’s possibility of replacing teachers. C．The importance of student engagement. D．Teaching challenges in large classrooms. 3．What can we infer about AI-powered tools according to the text? A．They help lessen (减少) cultural differences. B．They make education more accessible. C．They need further technical improvements. D．They make students’ school life more colourful. 4．What is the purpose of the text? A．To recommend AI tools and platforms. B．To remind students of AI’s weaknesses. C．To discuss the impact of AI on education. D．To list the advantages of digital technology. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了人工智能对教育领域产生的多方面影响。 1．推理判断题。根据第二段中“With AI-driven learning platforms, students can work through material at their own speed. For example, platforms like Coursera, Khan Academy, and Duolingo use AI to analyze student progress and offer content, quizzes, and exercises made for them.(在人工智能驱动的学习平台上，学生可以按照自己的速度学习材料。例如，Coursera、可汗学院和多邻国等平台使用人工智能来分析学生的进度，并为他们提供定制的内容、测验和练习。)”可知，第二段提到的人工智能平台是为了展示人工智能在个性化学习资源方面的作用。故选C。 2．主旨大意题。根据第三段中“Traditionally, teachers are often busy with tasks such as grading, lesson planning, and tracking student progress. AI can ease this burden by automating (使自动化) many of these tasks, freeing up valuable time for teachers to focus on student engagement and instruction.(传统上，教师经常忙于评分、课程规划和跟踪学生进度等任务。人工智能可以通过使这些任务中的许多自动化来减轻这种负担，为教师腾出宝贵的时间，让他们专注于学生的参与和指导。)”可知，第三段主要讲的是人工智能对教育工作者的帮助。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第四段中“With AI, students who have trouble with language, disabilities, or socio-economic challenges have more opportunities to receive education. AI-powered tools, such as Google Classroom and Microsoft Word, are developed to support students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, and autism. Moreover, AI tools are making it easier for students who can’t see or hear well. Text-to-speech, real-time translation, and sign language identification technologies can break down barriers for students who face challenges in traditional educational environments.(有了人工智能，在语言、残疾或社会经济方面有困难的学生有更多机会接受教育。谷歌教室和微软Word等人工智能工具的开发是为了支持有学习障碍的学生，如阅读障碍、多动症和自闭症。此外，人工智能工具让视力或听力不佳的学生更容易学习。文本转语音、实时翻译和手语识别技术可以为在传统教育环境中面临挑战的学生打破障碍。)”可知，我们可以推断出人工智能工具使教育更容易获得。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据第一段中“However, the rise of digital technology led to the development of online learning platforms, digital classrooms, and online courses. And the combination of AI promises to take these advances to an entirely new level.(然而，数字技术的兴起导致了在线学习平台、数字教室和在线课程的发展。人工智能的结合有望将这些进步提升到一个全新的水平。)”以及最后一段“Looking ahead, AI’s role in education will continue to develop. As technology advances, we can expect AI to become part of learning platforms, making education more interesting and engaging.(展望未来，人工智能在教育中的作用将继续发展。随着技术的进步，我们可以期待人工智能成为学习平台的一部分，使教育更加有趣和引人入胜。)”可知，文章主要说明了人工智能对教育领域产生的多方面影响，包括个性化学习资源、减轻教师负担、帮助特殊学生等，且这种影响还将继续发展。可推知，文章的目的是讨论人工智能对教育的影响。故选C。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $