Unit 6 Looking into science 阅读理解&阅读问答（热点题型专练）英语新教材冀教版九年级上册

**基本信息** 本专项聚焦科技话题阅读理解与问答，构建“题型解读-技巧提炼-考点预测”三维训练体系，通过分层典例提升语言理解与表达能力，培养逻辑思维与信息整合素养。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|方法提炼|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解（选择题）|5篇基础+3篇拔高|题干关键词定位、细节忠于原文、上下文猜词、推理区分事实与结论|从文本信息提取到逻辑推理，覆盖细节、主旨、观点态度等核心题型，衔接中考高频考点如长难句拆解、段落主旨概括| |阅读问答（简答题）|5篇基础+5篇拔高|关键词锁定区域、按需精简答案、特殊疑问词规范应答、开放题观点+理由表达|从信息筛选到语言转述，强调词数控制、语法准确，衔接跨段落归纳与主观表达，培养概括与批判性思维|

Unit 6 Looking into science 阅读理解&阅读问答题型专练（话题：人与社会——科技） 题型夯基提升 巩固基础·专项突破 Passage 1 1．B 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C Passage 2 1．C    2．A    3．D    4．B    5．B Passage 3 1．D    2．B    3．B    4．A    5．A Passage 4 1．B    2．B    3．B    4．B    5．C Passage 5 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．B    5．B Passage 6 1. Important. 2. They should use AI to become creative and develop the ability to solve real-world problems. 3. Queen Mary University of London. 4. To make sure AI is used in a good way. 5. Create pictures./Talk with people. Passage 7 1．Over 40,000 kilometers.    2．About four and a half hours.    3．Comfortable/Fast/Green.    4．Economic development.    5．China’s rapid progress. Passage 8 1．He/She is responsible for coming up with and designing mechanical systems.    2．He/She will learn problem solving and critical thinking skills.    3．They need to think in different ways, be creative and pay attention to details.    4．Because if an engineer misses a deadline, the whole team will get delayed.    5．I think students should learn to think in different ways, be creative and pay attention to details. Because they are not only helpful in jobs, but also meaningful in our daily life. (言之有理即可) Passage 9 1． It is a computer model of something that is made by collecting and studying data from detectors.     2． It can be used to make forecasts and emergency plans, as well as give early alarms.    3． It is a detector put in dikes that can report the conditions of dike stones.    4． They can do it more safely, quickly and accurately.     5．It is in full swing. Passage 10 1． Drones can find bacteria that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometres away.     2．Special cameras.     3．Farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement.     4．Four.     5．Yes. Because drones can do lots of things for people./No.Because drones still face great challenges and disadvantages.(回答合理即可) 培优拔高·挑战攻坚 Passage 1 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．B    5．C Passage 2 1．B    2．B    3．B    4．B    5．B Passage 3 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．D    5．C Passage 4 1．C    2．A    3．C    4．C    5．B Passage 5 1． Drones can find bacteria that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometers away.     2． Special cameras.     3． Farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement.    4． Four.     5．开放性作答，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Yes. Because drones can help do lots of things for people./No, because drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. Passage 6 1． They watched TV or chatted with neighbors.    2．Online./On the Internet.    3．People seldom exercise and spend much time on electronic products.    4．It talks about changes and problems of people’s lifestyles.     5．I will exercise more and spend less time on electronic products.（答案不唯一） Passage 7 1．Military spy work.    2．Because its appearance looks like real insects and it flies quietly.    3．With a smartphone.    4．Its battery doesn’t last long and it can’t carry heavy things.    5．They are creative. Because they created smart tools with advanced technology. Passage 8 1．Because it has the cute and lovable appearance of a giant panda.    2．It can talk with passengers./It can give proper solutions to passengers’ problems./It can record bad behavior.    3．Clean energy.    4．By using its smart cameras and sensors.    5．Yes, because it is good for the environment. ( 1 / 13 ) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 6 Looking into science 阅读理解&阅读问答题型专练（话题：人与社会——科技） 热点题型概览 核心模块 阅读理解（选择题） 阅读问答（任务型阅读・简答题） 题型解读 1. 中考标准设置：一篇科普短文配 4‑5 道单项选择题；以科技类说明文为主； 2. 核心题型：细节查找、词义猜测、推理判断、主旨大意、作者观点态度； 3. 文本围绕科技发展、AI 应用、现代发明、科技利弊、中国科技成就展开。 1. 中考主流题型：一篇短文配 5 道简答题，分简答、短语、完整句作答，常设置词数限制； 2. 考查信息筛选、语言转述、概括表达能力；高频考查 what/why/how 特殊疑问句； 3. 素材以科技发明、新技术应用、科技带来的改变与问题为主，最后一题多为开放性主观问答。 解题技巧 1. 先读题干划关键词，带着问题回原文定位； 2. 细节题忠于原文，拒绝主观臆断； 3. 依托上下文猜测科普类生词； 4. 区分事实信息与推理结论，警惕绝对化选项； 5. 借助首尾段、段落主题句概括主旨； 6. 做完核对选项与题干逻辑是否匹配。 1. 圈画题干关键词，锁定原文答案区域；2. 按需精简答案，遵守词数限制，不要整段摘抄； 3. 人称、时态要和问句保持一致； 4. why 题优先抓 because；how 题抓取动作、方式表达； 5. 概括类题目不能只摘抄零散细节，需要整合信息； 6. 写完检查大小写、标点、语法错误。 命题预测 - 单元话题 人工智能、现代科技发明、高新设备、中国科技成果、科技的利与弊、科技对日常生活的改变、DNA 等科学技术。 AI 的使用、各类新型科技产品的功能、科技带来的社会变化、科技的优缺点、对科技发展的看法、科技相关开放性评价。 命题预测 - 核心考点 高频考点：同义句转换；代词指代；形容词、副词辨析；条件 / 让步状语从句理解；长难句拆解；段落主旨概括；区分事实与观点。 高频考点：信息提取与同义改写；特殊疑问词规范应答；非谓语、固定搭配；跨段落信息归纳；时态一致；开放题 “观点 + 理由” 表达。 题型夯基提升 巩固基础·专项突破 Passage 1 China has developed rapidly in recent years. Many people have moved from the countryside to cities to find jobs. As a result, cities have become bigger and more modern. However, this has also caused some problems, such as heavy traffic and air pollution. To solve these problems, the Chinese government has taken many measures. New subway lines have been built in many cities to reduce traffic jams. More trees have been planted to improve the air quality. Also, the government has encouraged people to use public transportation instead of driving private cars. Another important change is in education. In the past, many children in poor areas couldn't go to school. But now, the government has built many new schools and provided free education for all children. Every child has the chance to go to school. China has also made great progress in science and technology. Chinese engineers have built many high-speed railways, bridges and ports. The high-speed railway network has become one of the largest in the world. These achievements make all Chinese people proud. 1．Why have many people moved from the countryside to cities? A．To travel. B．To find jobs. C．To go to school. D．To visit relatives. 2．What problems have been caused by the rapid development of cities? A．Heavy traffic and air pollution. B．Lack of food and water. C．Too many schools. D．Too many parks. 3．What has the government done to reduce traffic jams? A．Built more roads. B．Built new subway lines. C．Banned private cars. D．Increased bus tickets. 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．All children could go to school in the past. B．The government provides free education for all children now. C．No new schools have been built in poor areas. D．Poor children still can't go to school. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．China has made great progress in education. B．China has developed rapidly in economy. C．China has made great achievements in science and technology. D．China has solved all environmental problems. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中国近年来的快速发展，包括城市化带来的问题、政府采取的解决措施、教育领域的改善以及科技方面的成就。 【详解】1．第一段指出：“Many people have moved from the countryside to cities to find jobs.”，说明人们从农村迁往城市是为了找工作。 2．第一段提到：“this has also caused some problems, such as heavy traffic and air pollution.”，说明城市快速发展导致了交通拥堵和空气污染。 3．第二段提到：“New subway lines have been built in many cities to reduce traffic jams.”，说明政府通过建设新地铁线路来缓解交通拥堵。 4．第三段提到：“the government has built many new schools and provided free education for all children.”，说明现在政府为所有孩子提供免费教育。 5．最后一段首句点明：“China has also made great progress in science and technology.”，并列举高铁、桥梁、港口等成就，因此本段主旨是科技方面的成就。 Passage 2 What is Science? Science is everywhere around us. It is not just something in textbooks or laboratories. Science is the process of asking questions and finding answers. It helps us understand the world we live in. When you look at the sky and wonder why it is blue, you are thinking like a scientist. When you ask why onions make you cry, you are doing science. The scientific method is a way to find answers to these questions. It involves observing, asking questions, making predictions, doing experiments, and drawing conclusions. Scientific discoveries have changed our lives in many ways. From the invention of electricity to the development of modern medicine, science has made the world a better place. Scientists like Einstein, Newton, and Curie have inspired people for generations. But science is not just for scientists. Anyone can be a scientist. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to learn. So next time you see something interesting, ask yourself: “Why?” 1．What is science according to the passage? A．Only something in textbooks. B．Only something in laboratories. C．The process of asking questions and finding answers. D．A subject that only scientists can study. 2．What does the scientific method involve? A．Observing, asking, predicting, experimenting, and concluding. B．Only asking questions. C．Only doing experiments. D．Reading textbooks. 3．Which scientist is NOT mentioned in the passage? A．Einstein. B．Newton. C．Curie. D．Edison. 4．What quality do you need to be a scientist according to the passage? A．A lot of money. B．Curiosity and a willingness to learn. C．A laboratory. D．A university degree. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this passage? A．To explain why science is difficult. B．To encourage people to be curious and think like scientists. C．To describe famous scientists. D．To teach how to do experiments. 【答案】 1．C    2．A    3．D    4．B    5．B 【导语】本文介绍了科学的定义及科学方法的步骤，列举了著名科学家的贡献，并指出任何人都可以通过保持好奇心和学习的意愿成为科学家，旨在鼓励人们像科学家一样思考。 【详解】 1．第一段明确给出定义：“Science is the process of asking questions and finding answers.”，因此科学被定义为 “提出问题和寻找答案的过程”。虽然后文也提到观察、预测、实验等，但那是科学方法的步骤，而非科学的定义。 2．根据第二段中 “It involves observing, asking questions, making predictions, doing experiments, and drawing conclusions.” 可知，科学方法包括观察、提问、预测、实验和得出结论。 3．根据第三段中 “Scientists like Einstein, Newton, and Curie have inspired people for generations.” 可知，文中提到了爱因斯坦、牛顿和居里夫人，选项 D 爱迪生未被提及。 4．根据最后一段中 “All you need is curiosity and a willingness to learn.” 可知，成为科学家需要的是好奇心和学习的意愿，而非金钱或学历。故选 B。 5．全文从科学定义、科学方法到科学家的例子，最后落脚于 “Anyone can be a scientist” 并鼓励读者遇到有趣的事物时问 “为什么”，可见作者的写作目的是激发读者的好奇心，鼓励大家像科学家一样思考。 Passage 3 AI can help teenagers and students learn in several ways. Personalized learning. AI can know better about students, including their advantages, weaknesses, skills, learning favorites, learning needs, and so on. Then it can create a proper learning plan for each student. This can help students concentrate on areas that they need to improve at their own speed. Interactive (交互的) learning. AI has the ability to make learning more interactive and interesting. Things like interactive learning apps and educational games can make subject learning more interesting. What’s more, they can make students interested in a subject at once. This kind of active learning is sure to be more helpful than studying alone. Automated (自动的) advice and help. AI can provide automated advice and answers to questions. It can examine students’ work and provide personalized help. For example, ChatGPT can answer students’ questions quickly in a private, low‑pressure way. This kind of advice and answers can help students better understand knowledge and use their knowledge. Greater resources. AI can make many of the students’ learning resources richer and wider, like electronic textbooks, online courses, and study apps. For example, a biology textbook with AI technology may provide interactive 3D models of a human body that students can study more carefully. AI can provide interactive examples, introduce important passages, and offer assessments so students know what they do well and where they need more practice. In a word, AI has a great ability to improve studying and learning. By using AI, students can study more efficiently and reach higher levels of learning and success. The future of AI in education is hopeful as technologies continue to develop. 1．What can AI do by knowing better about students? A．Get more learning experiences. B．Find out students’ learning speed. C．Know more about learning favorites. D．Offer proper personal learning plans. 2．How might students feel about educational games? A．Traditional. B．Interested. C．Difficult. D．Knowledgeable. 3．How does the writer mainly develop Paragraph 5? A．By listing numbers. B．By giving examples. C．By asking questions. D．By comparing facts. 4．The underlined word “assessments” in Paragraph 5 probably means ________. A．evaluations B．goals C．resources D．skills 5．What’s the best title for this passage? A．AI—a Smart Helper for Learning B．AI Needs New Technologies C．AI, Much Better than a Teacher D．AI—Hopeful or Hopeless 【答案】 1．D    2．B    3．B    4．A    5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍人工智能能够通过多种方式帮助青少年和学生学习，在教育领域有着广阔前景。 【详解】 1．根据第二段 “Then it can create a proper learning plan for each student.” 可知，人工智能充分了解学生之后，可以为每位学生提供合适的个性化学习方案。 2．根据第三段 “Things like interactive learning apps and educational games can make subject learning more interesting.” 可知，学生会觉得教育游戏十分有趣。 3．根据第五段 “For example, a biology textbook with AI technology may provide interactive 3D models of a human body…” 可知，作者使用生物课本的例子展开段落，写作方式为举例说明。 4．根据第五段 “offer assessments so students know what they do well and where they need more practice” 可知，assessments 可以帮助学生了解自身优劣，词义为 “评估”，和 evaluations 同义。 5．通读全文，文章从四个方面介绍人工智能辅助学生学习，核心主旨是人工智能是学习的智能助手，因此最佳标题为 “AI—a Smart Helper for Learning”。 Passage 4 Is Technology Making Us Less Connected? There is a common belief that technology is making us less connected to each other. People point to families sitting together but each looking at their own phones. Friends posting online instead of having real conversations. But is this really true? A recent study from the University of Oxford found that people who use social media regularly actually have more social connections, not fewer. They stay in touch with friends from different stages of their lives—childhood friends, college classmates, and work colleagues. Technology helps them maintain these relationships over time and distance. However, the quality of these connections matters more than the quantity. Having a thousand online friends is not as valuable as having a few close friends you can rely on. Technology is a tool, not a solution. It can help us stay connected, but it cannot replace deep, meaningful relationships that are built through shared experiences and face-to-face interactions. The challenge is to use technology wisely. Use it to arrange meetups, not avoid them. Use it to share important moments, not just everyday updates. When used well, technology can strengthen our relationships. When used poorly, it can create a false sense of connection. The choice is ours. 1．What is the common belief about technology mentioned in the passage? A．Technology is making us more connected. B．Technology is making us less connected. C．Technology has no effect on relationships. D．Technology is only good for work. 2．According to the University of Oxford study, what did they find? A．Social media users have fewer friends. B．Social media users have more social connections. C．Social media is bad for mental health. D．Social media users never meet in person. 3．What does the writer say is more important than the number of online friends? A．The number of followers. B．The quality of connections. C．How often you post. D．How many likes you get. 4．What does the underlined word “maintain” in the second paragraph probably mean? A．结束 B．保持；维持 C．破坏 D．忽略 5．What is the main message of this passage? A．Technology always makes relationships worse. B．People should stop using technology completely. C．Technology can strengthen or weaken relationships depending on how we use it. D．Online friends are better than real‑life friends. 【答案】 1．B    2．B    3．B    4．B    5．C 【导语】本文探讨了科技是否让人际关系疏远的问题，引用研究说明科技能增加社交联系，但强调联系的质量更重要，并提出关键在于如何明智地使用科技。 【详解】 1．第一段提到：“There is a common belief that technology is making us less connected to each other.”，文中提到的普遍观点是科技让我们联系更少。 2．第二段提到：“A recent study from the University of Oxford found that people who use social media regularly actually have more social connections, not fewer.”，研究发现社交媒体用户拥有更多的社交联系。 3．第三段提到：“However, the quality of these connections matters more than the quantity.”，表明作者认为联系的质量比在线朋友的数量更重要。 4．第二段提到：“They stay in touch with friends…Technology helps them maintain these relationships over time and distance.”，结合上下文语境，科技帮助人们 “保持或维持” 关系，而不是结束或破坏。 5．通读全文，尤其是最后一段 “When used well, technology can strengthen our relationships. When used poorly, it can create a false sense of connection. The choice is ours.”，表明文章主要表达了科技对人际关系的影响取决于我们如何使用它。 Passage 5 How Technology Changed Our Daily Lives If we think about how people lived just 50 years ago, we can see how much technology has changed our daily lives. In the past, people had to go to banks to pay bills. Now we can do it from our phones. People used to send letters that took days to arrive. Now we can send messages that reach people instantly. Technology has also changed how we entertain ourselves. In the past, people listened to music on records or cassettes. Now we can stream millions of songs on our phones. We used to watch movies in cinemas or on TV. Now we can watch anything we want on streaming platforms. Education has also been transformed by technology. Students used to go to libraries to find information. Now they can use search engines to find answers in seconds. Online courses allow people to learn new skills from anywhere in the world. Of course, technology is not perfect. Sometimes it fails. But overall, it has made our lives more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable. The key is to use it wisely. 1．How did people pay bills 50 years ago? A．They used smartphones. B．They had to go to banks. C．They used the internet. D．They sent letters. 2．How do people listen to music today according to the passage? A．On records. B．On cassettes. C．By streaming on phones. D．On CDs. 3．Where did students use to go to find information? A．To the internet. B．To libraries. C．To their phones. D．To their teachers. 4．According to the passage, what is technology’s overall effect on our lives? A．It has made our lives worse. B．It has made our lives more convenient and efficient. C．It has no effect. D．It only affects entertainment. 5．What is the writer’s attitude towards technology? A．Technology is harmful and should be avoided. B．Technology has improved our lives but we should use it wisely. C．Technology is not important. D．Technology is only for young people. 【答案】 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．B    5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要从日常事务办理、娱乐、教育三个维度介绍了科技给日常生活带来的诸多改变，同时也提及科技并非完美，倡导人们要明智地使用科技。 【详解】 1．第一段 “In the past, people had to go to banks to pay bills.” 说明 50 年前人们去银行付账单。 2．第二段 “Now we can stream millions of songs on our phones.” 说明现在人们通过手机流媒体听音乐。 3．第三段 “Students used to go to libraries to find information.” 点明过去学生去图书馆找信息。 4．最后一段 “But overall, it has made our lives more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable.” 表明科技总体的影响是让生活更便利高效。 5．最后一段 “But overall, it has made our lives more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable. The key is to use it wisely.” 说明作者认为科技改善了生活但需明智使用。 Passage 6 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Should we use artificial intelligence (AI) in schools? Some people may say no, but many experts think we should use it in a good way. They say AI can help us learn better. Zheng Qinghua, president of Tongii University, said it was important for us to use AI in education. He believed that AI could help us learn new things and get better at what we study. He also suggested that young people should improve their understanding of the knowledge through technology. In fact, AI has already become more and more important for teaching and learning. Zheng talked about the common use of different AI tools. These AI tools can help with students’ homework. A survey made by an online learning platform (平台) showed that 89 percent of students had used AI tools to help them with homework. However, some people worry that it may bring bad influence on education. “Instead of just using AI to get answers or finish homework and tests, students should focus on using AI to become creative and develop the ability to solve real-world problems,” said Zheng. Colin Bailey, president of Queen Mary University of London, says that as AI develops fast, stopping AI from being used in schools is not the answer. Instead, we should think about how to use it safely and correctly. People all over the world are working on rules to make sure AI is used in a good way. 1．What did Zheng Qinghua think of using AI in education? _______________________________________________ 2．How should students use AI according to Paragraph 4? __________________________________________ 3．Which university does Colin Bailey work for? ____________________________________________ 4．Why are people all over the world working on rules for AI? _______________________________________________ 5．What can AI tools do? Your answer should be different from the underlined one in the text.) ________________________________________________________ 【答案】 1. Important. 2. They should use AI to become creative and develop the ability to solve real-world problems. 3. Queen Mary University of London. 4. To make sure AI is used in a good way. 5. Create pictures./Talk with people. 【导语】本文主要探讨了人工智能（AI）在教育领域的应用前景与争议。文章通过引用专家观点和调查数据，阐述了 AI 对学习的潜在帮助，同时也指出了其可能带来的负面影响，并最终强调了安全、正确使用 AI 的重要性。 【详解】1. 根据文章第二段第一句 “Zheng Qinghua, president of Tongji University, said it was important for us to use AI in education.” 可知，郑庆华认为在教育中使用 AI 是重要的。答案可直接从该句中获取。 2. 第四段郑庆华明确指出 “students should focus on using AI to become creative and develop the ability to solve real-world problems”，因此学生应该利用 AI 来培养创造力和解决实际问题的能力，而非仅仅获取答案。 3. 根据文章最后一段第一句 “Colin Bailey, president of Queen Mary University of London, says that...” 可以直接找到答案。 4. 根据文章最后一句 “People all over the world are working on rules to make sure AI is used in a good way.” 可知，人们制定规则的目的就是为了确保 AI 能被正确地、以好的方式使用。 5. 开放类简答题，要求答案不能和文中 “帮助完成学生作业” 的表述重复，可结合 AI 的常见功能作答，比如生成创意文案、辅助英语口语练习等，表述合理即可。 Passage 7 阅读下面的短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题，每题答案不超过6个单词 China High-Speed Rail—A Modern Wonder China High-Speed Rail is one of the most impressive technological achievements in the world. The network spans over 40,000 kilometers, making it the largest high-speed rail system on Earth. It connects major cities across China and has greatly reduced travel time. Before the high-speed rail, traveling from Beijing to Shanghai could take over ten hours. Now, the journey takes only about four and a half hours. The trains are comfortable, with spacious seats and free Wi-Fi. They are also environmentally friendly, producing less carbon than airplanes. The high-speed rail has not only improved transportation but also boosted economic development. It has made it easier for people to travel for business and tourism. It is a symbol of China’s rapid progress in science and technology. 1．How long is China’s high-speed rail network? _______________________________________ 2．How long does it take from Beijing to Shanghai now? ________________________________________ 3．What is one advantage of high-speed rail? ___________________________________________ 4．What has high-speed rail boosted? __________________________________________ 5．What is high-speed rail a symbol of? ____________________________________________ 【答案】 1．Over 40,000 kilometers.    2．About four and a half hours.    3．Comfortable/Fast/Green.    4．Economic development.    5．China’s rapid progress. 【导语】本文围绕中国高铁的规模、运行速度、优势及带来的作用展开。 【详解】1．根据第一段 “The network spans over 40,000 kilometers” 可知，中国高铁网络总长超 4 万公里，直接提取答案。 2．根据第二段 “Now, the journey takes only about four and a half hours” 可知，现在从北京到上海坐高铁仅需约 4 个半小时，直接提取答案。 3．根据第一段 “has greatly reduced travel time” 以及第二段 “The trains are comfortable, with spacious seats and free Wi-Fi. They are also environmentally friendly, producing less carbon than airplanes.” 可知大大缩短了出行时间，列车乘坐舒适，配有宽敞的座椅和免费 Wi-Fi。它们还很环保，产生的碳排放比飞机少。 4．根据第三段 “The high-speed rail has not only improved transportation but also boosted economic development” 可知，高铁促进了经济发展，直接提取答案。 5．根据第三段 “It is a symbol of China’s rapid progress in science and technology” 可知，高铁是中国快速发展的象征，直接提取答案。 Passage 8 Mechanical Engineering Do you like to build with blocks? Have you ever wondered how planes stay in the air? Do you like to design and create new things? If you do, a career (职业) in mechanical engineering might be right for you! A mechanical engineer is responsible (负责任的) for coming up with and designing mechanical systems. Mechanical systems can include machine design, heating and cooling equipment, and product design. Mechanical engineers are in high need right now. There are a lot of job openings for mechanical engineers, but there aren’t enough people to fill those jobs. Because there is a high need for engineers and the work requires specialized knowledge, engineers get paid more than some other careers. To be a mechanical engineer, you need to graduate from college with a bachelor’s (学士) degree. In college, you will learn problem solving and critical thinking skills. Problem solving is very important in the field of mechanical engineering. To come up with the best solution to a problem, mechanical engineers need to think in different ways. They also need to be creative, because they may need to make something that’s never been made before. Paying attention to details (细节) is important as well. Many designs depend on a lot of little details. Mechanical engineers also need to be able to use different tools, such as calculators, high-speed cameras, and computers. There are many computer programmes mechanical engineers use to create designs, run scenarios (方案), and do research. As with many other jobs, mechanical engineers should be able to meet deadlines (期限) and work well with other people. Some jobs can be done with just one person, but more often mechanical engineers work on a team to complete a project. If an engineer cannot manage his or her time well and misses a deadline, the whole team will get delayed (拖延). Some engineers work in an office, and some travel to different worksites while a machine or product is being built, so they can help solve any problems. Mechanical engineering takes a lot of thought. It is a great career for people who like to make objects and machines work, solve problems, and be creative! 1．What is a mechanical engineer responsible for? ______________________________________ 2．To be a mechanical engineer, what will a student learn in college? _________________________________________ 3．How can mechanical engineers come up with the best solution to a problem? ____________________________________________ 4．Why should a mechanical engineer be able to meet deadlines? ______________________________________________ 5．In your opinion, which quality (品质) of mechanical engineers should students learn? Why? _______________________________________________ 【答案】1．He/She is responsible for coming up with and designing mechanical systems.    2．He/She will learn problem solving and critical thinking skills.    3．They need to think in different ways, be creative and pay attention to details.    4．Because if an engineer misses a deadline, the whole team will get delayed.    5．I think students should learn to think in different ways, be creative and pay attention to details. Because they are not only helpful in jobs, but also meaningful in our daily life. (言之有理即可) 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了机械工程师这一职业，包括其工作职责、市场需求、教育背景、所需技能、团队合作要求以及工作地点等内容。 【详解】1．根据第一段中 “A mechanical engineer is responsible for coming up with and designing mechanical systems.” 可知，机械工程师负责提出并设计机械系统。因此答案是原文直接信息。 2．根据第三段中 “In college, you will learn problem solving and critical thinking skills.” 可知，在大学里，学生将学习解决问题和批判性思维技能。因此答案是原文中的具体表述，直接提取。 3．根据第四段中 “To come up with the best solution to a problem, mechanical engineers need to think in different ways. They also need to be creative, because they may need to make something that’s never been made before. Paying attention to details is important as well.” 可知，机械工程师需要以不同的方式思考、要有创造力并注意细节，这样才能提出最佳解决方案。答案需综合该段信息进行归纳。 4．根据第六段中 “If an engineer cannot manage his or her time well and misses a deadline, the whole team will get delayed.” 可知，如果工程师错过截止日期，整个团队都会被拖延。因此答案是对原文原因的直接提取。 5．开放题，答案不唯一。需结合文中提到的多种品质（如多角度思考、创造力、注重细节、团队合作、时间管理等），表明自己的观点并给出合理的理由。例如可以提到这些品质不仅对职业有帮助，对学习和生活也同样重要。 Passage 9 Governing water China is building a “digital twin” of the Yellow River(黄河治理进入数字时代) The Yellow River is known as the mother river of the Chinese people. However, flood (洪水) control and disaster forecasts (灾害预报) of the river have always been challenging for people in both ancient and modern times. To deal with these problems, China will speed up the development of a “digital twin (数字孪生)” system for waterways, according to the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部). A digital twin is a computer model of something that is made by collecting and studying data from detectors (探测器). Back in 2022, the Ministry of Water Resources published a digital twin construction plan, aiming to build a digital twin for the Yellow River. One big thing in the digital governance (治理) of the river is “smart stones”. According to Wang Qin, a lead researcher at the Information Center of Yellow River Henan Bureau, a smart stone is a detector put in dikes (堤坝) that can report the conditions of dike stones. “In the past, researchers had to detect the conditions of the dikes in person, which sometimes put their life at risk,” Zhao Xiaoxiong, a researcher from the same bureau, told Teens. “Now the smart stones can do it for us, more safely, quickly, and accurately (准确地).” Now, three cities in Henan province and one city in Shanxi province are using smart stones. “In the future, we expect to use them all along the Yellow River,” said Zhao. This is just a small part of the Yellow River’s “digital twin” system. The building of a comprehensive (全面的) digital governance system for the river is in full swing. The system is going to be used to make forecasts and emergency (应急) plans, as well as give early alarms, said Li Guoying, minister of water resources, at a meeting. By MENG TIANTIAN, 21st Century Teens Answer the questions: 1．What is a digital twin? __________________________________ 2．What can the “digital twin” system do for us? ____________________________________ 3．What is a “smart stone”? ___________________________________ 4．What is the advantage of smart stones over humans in collecting data? _____________________________________ 5．How is the building of the Yellow River’s “digital twin” system going? _________________________________________ 【答案】 1． It is a computer model of something that is made by collecting and studying data from detectors.     2． It can be used to make forecasts and emergency plans, as well as give early alarms.    3． It is a detector put in dikes that can report the conditions of dike stones.    4． They can do it more safely, quickly and accurately.     5．It is in full swing. 【导语】本文介绍了中国正在为黄河建设 “数字孪生” 系统，利用智能石头等探测器实现更安全、快速、准确的水利监测与治理。 【详解】1．第二段 “A digital twin is a computer model of something that is made by collecting and studying data from detectors (探测器).” 表明，数字孪生是通过收集和研究探测器数据建立的计算机模型。 2．最后一段 “The system is going to be used to make forecasts and emergency (应急) plans, as well as give early alarms” 表明，该系统可用于预报、制定应急计划和发出预警。 3．第四段 “a smart stone is a detector put in dikes (堤坝) that can report the conditions of dike stones” 表明，智能石头是放置在堤坝中用于报告堤坝石块状况的探测器。 4．第五段 “Now the smart stones can do it for us, more safely, quickly, and accurately (准确地)” 表明，智能石头比人工更安全、快速、准确。 5．最后一段 “The building of a comprehensive (全面的) digital governance system for the river is in full swing.” 表明，系统建设正在全面展开。 Passage 10 Drones (无人驾驶飞机) can do lots of things for people, including taking pictures from the sky and watching wild animals. Now these small flying robots begin to change the way of farming. Looking for harmful things. Drones can find bacteria (细菌) that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometres away. Farmers can check the drones’ air samples (样本) and try to find ways to protect their plants before the bacteria get to them. Protecting cows. When flying over cows, drones can follow up the cows and find out which fences need fixing.There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows. Watching water. After watering the fields,we can often see some places may dry out faster than others. Other places might not get water at all. Drones can look over the field and make a 3D map. Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement. Spraying pesticide (喷洒农药). Different parts of a field might have different heights. Drones can check for this when flying above the land.Then,they change their height so that they can spray the correct amount of pesticide over each part of the field. This is more useful than traditional pesticide spraying. Drones can finish spraying a field much faster than traditional machines. Although drones can do a lot of things for people, drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. One of the biggest disadvantages is that they are affected by the weather. 1．What can drones do to look for harmful things? ___________________________________ 2．What are on the drones that help farmers look for animals? ___________________________________________ 3．What can farmers do by using the 3D map? _______________________________________________ 4．In how many ways do drones change farming according to the text? ___________________________________________ 5．Do you like drones? Why or why not? _____________________________________________ 【答案】 1． Drones can find bacteria that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometres away.     2． Special cameras.     3． Farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement.     4． Four.     5．Yes. Because drones can do lots of things for people./No.Because drones still face great challenges and disadvantages.(回答合理即可) 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，围绕农业无人机展开，介绍无人机在农业生产中的四项应用：搜寻有害细菌、保护奶牛、监测农田水源、精准喷洒农药，最后提及无人机易受天气影响这一短板。 【详解】1．根据原文第 2 段 “Drones can find bacteria that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometres away.” 可知无人机可在几公里外搜寻空气中对植物有害的细菌。 2．根据原文第 3 段 “There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows.” 可知无人机上装有专用摄像头来帮农户排查有害动物。 3．根据原文第 4 段 “Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement.” 可知农户借助 3D 地图能找出农田干旱或需改良的区域。 4．文中依次介绍了搜寻有害物、保护奶牛、监测水源、喷洒农药四类农业用途，共计四种方式。 5．开放问答题，可结合无人机高效、便捷的优势作答，言之有理即可。 培优拔高·挑战攻坚 Passage 1 The Future of DNA Technology DNA technology is one of the most exciting fields of science today. It has the potential to revolutionise medicine, agriculture, and many other areas. In medicine, DNA testing is already being used to diagnose diseases more accurately. Doctors can identify genetic mutations that cause diseases like cancer and heart disease. In the future, gene therapy may be used to fix these mutations, curing diseases that are currently incurable. In agriculture, DNA technology is being used to develop crops that are more resistant to pests, diseases, and drought. This could help feed the growing global population. Scientists are also using DNA to create medicines and vaccines more efficiently. However, DNA technology also raises ethical questions. Should we be able to design our babies’ physical characteristics? How should we protect people’s genetic information from being misused? These are difficult questions that society will need to answer in the coming years. 1．What is the main idea of this passage? A．DNA technology is only useful in medicine. B．DNA technology has great potential but also raises ethical questions. C．DNA technology will be used to design babies. D．DNA technology is too dangerous to use. 2．What does “gene therapy” refer to in the passage? A．Testing genes. B．Using genes to make medicine. C．Using genes to treat or cure diseases. D．Studying genes in animals. 3．How can DNA technology help agriculture? A．By creating new farm animals. B．By developing more resistant crops. C．By reducing the need for water. D．By making food taste better. 4．What is one ethical question raised by DNA technology? A．How to make DNA tests cheaper. B．Whether we should design babies’ characteristics. C．How to store DNA data. D．Which diseases to study first. 5．What is the writer’s attitude towards DNA technology? A．It is completely positive and has no problems. B．It is completely negative and should be stopped. C．It has great potential but needs careful consideration. D．It is not important for everyday life. 【答案】 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．B    5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了 DNA 技术拥有在医学、农业等多领域的巨大潜力，同时也引发了诸如是否可以设计婴儿特征、如何保护基因信息不被滥用等伦理问题。 【详解】 1．文章首段总述 DNA 技术在医学、农业等领域潜力巨大；第二段讲其在医学的应用；第三段讲在农业的应用；第四段转折说明 DNA 技术还引发了伦理问题，因此核心是 DNA 技术既有巨大潜力，也带来伦理争议，对应选项 B。 2．第二段提到 “gene therapy may be used to fix these mutations, curing diseases that are currently incurable”，即基因治疗可修复基因突变、治愈目前无法医治的疾病，对应选项 C “使用基因治疗或治愈疾病”。 3．第三段明确提到 “In agriculture, DNA technology is being used to develop crops that are more resistant to pests, diseases, and drought”，即 DNA 技术在农业中用于培育抗虫、抗病、抗旱的作物，对应选项 B “通过培育更具抗性的作物”。 4．第四段明确提出 DNA 技术引发的伦理问题包括 “Should we be able to design our babies' physical characteristics?”，对应选项 B “我们是否应该设计婴儿的特征”。A 选项 “如何让 DNA 检测更便宜”、C 选项 “如何储存 DNA 数据”、D 选项 “先研究哪种疾病” 均不属于原文提及的伦理问题。 5．作者在文中既阐述了 DNA 技术在医学、农业等领域的巨大潜力，又指出其引发了伦理难题需要社会解答，说明作者认为该技术潜力巨大但需要谨慎考量。 Passage 2 The Dark Side of Technology While technology has many benefits, it also has a dark side. It is important to recognize these problems so we can address them. One major problem is screen addiction. Many people, especially young people, spend hours every day looking at screens. This can damage eyesight and cause headaches. It also reduces physical activity, leading to health problems like obesity. Another problem is the effect of technology on our social lives. When we spend too much time on our phones, we may ignore the people around us. We may even feel lonely, even when we are with others. This is called social isolation. Technology can also affect our sleep. Many people use their phones late at night. The blue light from screens can make it harder to fall asleep and reduce the quality of sleep. This can affect our mood and performance the next day. Lastly, technology can be a distraction. It can be hard to focus on homework or work when we are constantly checking notifications. This reduces our efficiency and can lead to stress. Recognizing these problems is the first step to using technology in a healthier way. 1．What is one major problem mentioned in the passage? A．Technology is too expensive. B．Screen addiction. C．Technology is not useful. D．There are too many apps. 2．What health problem can be caused by reduced physical activity? A．Headaches. B．Obesity. C．Insomnia. D．Laziness. 3．What is “social isolation”? A．Meeting many people. B．Feeling lonely even when with others. C．Making friends online. D．Using social media. 4．How does blue light from screens affect sleep? A．It helps people fall asleep faster. B．It makes it harder to fall asleep. C．It has no effect on sleep. D．It improves sleep quality. 5．What is the first step to using technology in a healthier way? A．Throwing away all devices. B．Recognizing the problems of technology. C．Using more apps. D．Buying new devices. 【答案】 1．B    2．B    3．B    4．B    5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了技术带来的负面影响，包括屏幕成瘾、社交孤立、影响睡眠以及分散注意力等。文章最后指出，认识这些问题是健康使用技术的第一步。 【详解】 1．根据第二段 “One major problem is screen addiction.” 可知，文章明确提到的主要问题之一是屏幕成瘾。 2．根据第二段 “It also reduces physical activity, leading to health problems like obesity.” 可知，减少体力活动会导致肥胖。 3．根据第三段 “We may even feel lonely, even when we are with others. This is called social isolation.” 可知，社交孤立指的是即使与他人在一起也感到孤独。 4．根据第四段 “The blue light from screens can make it harder to fall asleep and reduce the quality of sleep.” 可知，蓝光使入睡更困难。 5．根据文章最后一句 “Recognizing these problems is the first step to using technology in a healthier way.” 可知，第一步是认识技术的问题。 Passage 3 In recent years, six amazing companies from Hangzhou have made a big splash (声名鹊起) in the world of technology: People call them the “Six Little Dragons”. These companies are doing great things in fields like artificial intelligence (人工智能), robotics, brain-computer interfaces (脑机接口), and video games. DeepSeek is a leader in AI. Its DeepSeek-V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better. This has made a big impact (影响) on the global AI market. Meanwhile, Unitree Technology and DEEP Robotics are changing the world of robots. Unitree’s robots can move like animals and have amazed people around the world. DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe. Both companies are making robots smarter and more useful. BrainCo is another important company. It makes devices (设备) that can read brain activity and help people relax. ManyCore Tech also plays a big role. Its 3D data platform helps other companies develop better AI technology. Game Science has made waves in the game industry with its game “Black Myth: Wukong”. The game is based on the famous Chinese story called Journey to the West. The game’s success shows how Chinese developers can combine culture and technology in new ways. Hangzhou’s success is no accident. The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out policies (政策) to support them, which attracts (吸引) talented people from all over the country. This combination (结合) has turned Hangzhou into a global (全球的) center for creation. Other cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, are also home to many leading tech companies. Together, these cities are leading China’s rapid technological progress. Hangzhou’s “Six Little Dragons” are not only a symbol of the city’s success but also a symbol of China’s growing influence in the global tech industry. 1．The DeepSeek‑V3 model’s advantage lies in that ________. A．it is the only model made by DeepSeek B．it costs less to produce yet performs better C．it is the most advanced AI model in the world D．it is making robots smarter and more useful 2．What is the main technological field of BrainCo? A．Developing video games. B．Creating animal‑like robots. C．Making brain‑reading devices for relaxing. D．Designing 3D data platforms. 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Unitree Technology’s robots can communicate with humans fluently (流利地). B．DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in risky places. C．ManyCore Tech has made a hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. D．BrainCo can improve users’ memory. 4．Which is not the reason for Hangzhou’s success in technology? A．The business‑friendly environment. B．Supportive policies. C．Outstanding people. D．China’s growing influence. 5．Why does the writer write this passage? A．To introduce Chinese culture to the world. B．To explain how Hangzhou became a global hub (全球中心) for tourism. C．To introduce six amazing tech companies in Hangzhou and their contributions (贡献). D．To show the worldwide influence of AI. 【答案】 1．B    2．C    3．B    4．D    5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了杭州六家杰出科技公司 “六小龙”，介绍各家公司的产品与技术优势，分析杭州科技取得成功的原因，并点明其代表中国在全球科技领域不断提升的影响力。 【详解】 1．第二段指出模型优势：“Its DeepSeek‑V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better.”，这直接说明 DeepSeek‑V3 模型生产成本更低，但是性能更好。 2．第四段说明公司业务：“It makes devices (设备) that can read brain activity and help people relax.”，这直接说明 BrainCo 的主要技术领域是制造读取大脑活动、帮助人们放松的设备。 3．第三段原文：“DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe.”，dangerous places 等价于 risky places，可知 DEEP Robotics 制造可以在危险环境工作的机器人。 4．第六段给出原因：“The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out policies (政策) to support them, which attracts (吸引) talented people from all over the country.”，营商环境、扶持政策、优秀人才是成功原因，中国日益增长的影响力是杭州科技成功带来的结果。 5．通读全文，文章围绕杭州 “六小龙” 展开，介绍六家科技公司以及它们做出的贡献。 Passage 4 Technology and Daily Life Technology has changed the way we live, work and communicate. In the past, people used to write letters to keep in touch with friends and family. It took a long time for the letters to arrive. People also had to go to the library to find information. Now, with the help of smartphones and the Internet, we can send messages instantly and get information in seconds. We can shop online, take online courses and even work from home. Technology has made our lives much more convenient. However, it has also brought some problems. Some people spend too much time on their phones and forget to communicate with people around them face to face. We need to use technology wisely. 1．How did people keep in touch in the past? A．By sending emails. B．By making video calls. C．By writing letters. D．By using WeChat. 2．Where did people go to find information in the past? A．To the library. B．To the bookstore. C．To the school. D．To the office. 3．What can people do with smartphones and the Internet now? A．Only send messages. B．Only shop online. C．Shop online, take courses and work from home. D．Only take courses. 4．What problem has technology brought? A．It has made life more difficult. B．It has made communication slower. C．Some people spend too much time on phones. D．It has made people less lazy. 5．What does the writer suggest we do? A．Stop using technology. B．Use technology wisely. C．Spend more time on phones. D．Only use technology for work. 【答案】 1．C    2．A    3．C    4．C    5．B 【导语】本文主要讲述了科技对日常生活的影响，对比了过去与现在在通讯、获取信息及工作方式上的变化，指出了科技带来的问题，并建议我们要明智地使用科技。 【详解】 1．根据第二句 “In the past, people used to write letters to keep in touch with friends and family.” 可知，过去人们常常写信与亲友保持联系。 2．根据第四句 “People also had to go to the library to find information.” 可知，过去人们去图书馆找信息。 3．根据 “We can shop online, take online courses and even work from home.” 可知，现在人们可以用手机和互联网做这些事。 4．根据 “However, it has also brought some problems. Some people spend too much time on their phones...” 可知，科技带来的问题是有些人花太多时间在手机上。 5．根据最后一句 “We need to use technology wisely.” 可知，作者建议我们要明智地使用科技。 Passage 5 阅读下面短文，回答小题。 Drones (无人驾驶飞机) can do lots of things for people, including taking pictures from the sky and watching wild animals. Now these small flying robots begin to change the ways of farming. Looking for sick plants. Drones can find bacteria (细菌) that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometers away. Farmers can check the drones’ air samples (样本) and try to find ways to protect their plants before the bacteria get to them. Counting cows. When flying over cows, drones can follow up the cows and find out which fences need fixing. There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows. Water watch. After watering the fields, we can often see some places may dry out faster than others. Other places might not get water at all. Drones can look over the field and make a 3D map. Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement. Spraying pesticide (喷洒农药). Different parts of a field might have different heights. Drones can check for this when flying above the land. Then, they change their height so that they can spray the correct amount of pesticide over each part of the field. This is more useful than traditional pesticide spraying. Drones can finish spraying a field much faster than traditional machines. Although drones can do a lot of things for people, drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. One of the biggest disadvantages is that they are affected by the weather. 1．What can drones do to help the sick plants? _______________________________________ 2．What are on the drones that help farmers look for animals? _________________________________________ 3．What can the farmers do by using the 3D map? _______________________________________ 4．How many ways of farming do the drones change according to the text? _____________________________________________ 5．Do you like drones? Why or why not? ______________________________________________ 【答案】 1． Drones can find bacteria that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometers away.     2． Special cameras.     3． Farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement.    4． Four.     5．开放性作答，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Yes. Because drones can help do lots of things for people./No, because drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. 【导语】本文介绍无人机在农业中的四项应用，同时提及无人机易受天气影响这一短板。 【详解】1．第二段指出：“Drones can find bacteria (细菌) that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometers away. Farmers can check the drones’ air samples”，说明无人机远距离捕捉有害病菌、采集空气样本，帮助农户提前防护作物。 2．第三段指出：“There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows”，说明无人机搭载的专用摄像头用来搜寻可能伤害奶牛的动物。 3．第四段指出：“Drones can look over the field and make a 3D map. Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement”，说明农户依靠 3D 地图找出干旱或需改良的田地区域。 4．文章依次列出四项农业用途：寻找患病作物、清点牛群、监测灌溉用水、喷洒农药，一共四类。 5．本题是开放性试题，答案不唯一。结合文章和自己对 “无人机在农业中” 的看法、理由，合理作答即可。 Passage 6 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题，每小题有字数限制。 With the development of society, people’s lifestyles have changed greatly over the past ten years. Ten years ago, people’s daily life was simple and slow. Most people spent their free time watching TV or chatting with neighbors. Shopping had to be done in physical stores. People usually took buses or walked to work. But now, high technology changes everything. Online shopping is very popular. People can buy almost everything they need at home. People’s ways of entertainment are also colorful. They can watch short videos, take online courses and join online clubs in their free time. More people choose to take shared bikes, subways or drive private cars to work, which saves a lot of time. However, the fast-changing lifestyle also brings some troubles. Many people are used to staying at home and seldom go out to exercise. They spend too much time on electronic products, which is bad for their health. Also, online communication makes some people lack real face-to-face talk with family and friends. In general, the changing lifestyle brings us both advantages and disadvantages. We should adapt to the changes and keep a healthy and positive living habit. 1．What did people usually do in their free time ten years ago? (不超过15个词) ___________________________________ 2．Where do people buy things now according to the passage? (不超过5个词) ________________________________________ 3．Why is the new lifestyle bad for people’s health? (不超过20个词) ________________________________________ 4．What is the main idea of the passage? (不超过20个词) ___________________________________________ 5．What will you do to keep a healthy lifestyle in the changing world? (不超过25个词) _______________________________________________ 【答案】1．They watched TV or chatted with neighbors.    2．Online./On the Internet.    3．People seldom exercise and spend much time on electronic products.    4．It talks about changes and problems of people’s lifestyles.    5．I will exercise more and spend less time on electronic products.（答案不唯一） 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了过去十年间人们生活方式的巨大变化，包括娱乐、购物和交通方式的改变，分析了新生活方式带来的优缺点，最后建议人们适应变化并保持健康积极的生活习惯。 【详解】1．根据文章第 1 段 “Most people spent their free time watching TV or chatting with neighbors.” 可知，十年前人们空闲时间的活动。 2．根据文章第 2 段 “Online shopping is very popular. People can buy almost everything they need at home.” 可知，现在人们在网上购物。 3．根据文章第 3 段 “They spend too much time on electronic products, which is bad for their health.” 及 “seldom go out to exercise” 可知，人们很少外出运动、长时间使用电子产品，是新生活方式危害健康的原因。 4．根据文章第 4 段 “In general, the changing lifestyle brings us both advantages and disadvantages.” 可知，文章主要介绍了人们生活方式的变化以及随之产生的利弊问题。 5．开放性问题，答案不唯一，合理即可，可结合文中提及的久坐、沉迷电子产品等健康问题，给出健康的生活改进方式即可。 Passage 7 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Recently, Chinese scientists introduced a tiny drone (无人机) that looks just like a mosquito (蚊子). This little robot was made to watch places secretly, and it has caught wide attention after being shown on CCTV 7. What makes this drone special? First, its appearance — flapping wings and legs as thin as hair — makes it almost impossible to tell it apart from real insects. Second, its tiny size gives it amazing abilities: it can slip into almost any space, from narrow gaps to crowded rooms, without being noticed. Though it was mostly made for military spy work, many people think it could also be used by the government for public monitoring. Let’s talk about its details. The drone was only 1.3 cm long—about the size of a grain of rice—and could be controlled easily with a smartphone. It had leaf-shaped wings, three small legs, and flew much more quietly than bigger drones. Its creators say it’s so well-hidden that even careful observers might miss it. Plus, it can do many tasks: for example, flying into disaster zones too dangerous or hard for humans to reach, or checking air quality when equipped with small sensors. Of course, this “mosquito drone” isn’t perfect. While its small size is its biggest strength, it’s also a weakness. Because it’s so tiny, its battery doesn’t last long—maybe just a few minutes. And since it can’t carry heavy things, it can only use a few simple sensors or tools at a time. All in all, this invention shows how Chinese scientists are using advanced technology to create smart tools. Maybe in the future, such small drones will be used widely in a lot of fields. 1．What is the drone mainly designed for? ___________________________________ 2．Why is it hard to notice the drone in a room? __________________________________________ 3．How could the drone be controlled? __________________________________________ 84．What weakness does the “mosquito drone” have? ________________________________________ 85．What do you think of the Chinese scientists who invented the “mosquito drone”? Why? _______________________________________________ 【答案】1．Military spy work.    2．Because its appearance looks like real insects and it flies quietly.    3．With a smartphone.    4．Its battery doesn’t last long and it can’t carry heavy things.    5．They are creative. Because they created smart tools with advanced technology. 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国科学家发明的一种形似蚊子的微型无人机，包括其设计用途、外观特点、控制方式、存在的缺点以及未来展望。 【详解】1．第二段中 “Though it was mostly made for military spy work”，说明了该无人机主要设计用于军事间谍工作。 2．第二段提到了 “its appearance ... makes it almost impossible to tell it apart from real insects”，第三段提到了 “flew much more quietly than bigger drones”，由此可知，该无人机因其外观逼真且飞行安静所以难以被发现。 3．第三段提到了 “could be controlled easily with a smartphone”，说明该无人机可以通过智能手机进行控制。 4．由第四段中 “its battery doesn’t last long” 和 “it can’t carry heavy things” 明确说明了该无人机的缺点在于电池续航短且负载能力弱。 5．开放性试题，结合自身的理解，表达正确合理即可。可参考文章最后一段中 “this invention shows how Chinese scientists are using advanced technology to create smart tools” 对科学家富有创造力且聪明的描述。 Passage 8 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Here comes a bus with black ears, round eyes and a big nose. A group of passengers excitedly get on the bus. About a minute later, the bus begins self-driving. At a slow speed, the bus runs along a straight road and stops at red lights before parking at the next stop. With the cute and lovable appearance of a giant panda, this black-and-white bus is called “Panda Bus”. Passengers can get on the bus through a fingerprint recognition (指纹识别) system. They can also buy food on the bus. A robot on the bus can talk with passengers. It always gives proper solutions to passengers’ problems like planning routes (线路) and telling them where to get off. Besides that, when it finds out bad behavior like stealing, it’ll record it at once. The bus runs on clean energy. It’s good for the environment. While it is self-driving, it uses its smart cameras and sensors (传感器) to “see” the world. These tools help the bus watch the road, other cars, and even people walking. So the bus can stop safely when it meets obstacles (障碍) and follows traffic rules carefully. The AI-based “Panda Bus” was developed by DeepBlue Technology, China’s leading AI company. It has already hit the road in some cities across China. DeepBlue has also begun selling smart buses abroad. “There’s still a long way to go before the technology becomes more widely used,” says Chen Haibo, CEO of DeepBlue. 1．Why is the bus called “Panda Bus”? _______________________________________ 2．What can the robot do on the bus?（列举一条即可） _______________________________________ 3．What does the bus run on? ___________________________________________ 4．How can the bus “see” the world? _____________________________________ 5．Will you choose the “Panda Bus” to take a trip? Why or why not? ____________________________________ 【答案】1．Because it has the cute and lovable appearance of a giant panda.    2．It can talk with passengers./It can give proper solutions to passengers’ problems./It can record bad behavior.    3．Clean energy.    4．By using its smart cameras and sensors.    5．Yes, because it is good for the environment. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一种名为 “熊猫巴士” 的自动驾驶公交车，包括其外观特征、智能功能、能源类型、技术原理以及开发公司和应用现状。 【详解】1．根据文章第二段的 “With the cute and lovable appearance of a giant panda, this black-and-white bus is called ‘Panda Bus’.” 可知，巴士之所以叫这个名字是因为它有大熊猫的外观。 2．根据文章第二段的 “A robot on the bus can talk with passengers. It always gives proper solutions to passengers’ problems like planning routes and telling them where to get off. Besides that, when it finds out bad behavior like stealing, it’ll record it at once.” 可知，机器人具备与乘客交流、提供路线规划、提醒下车和记录偷窃行为等能力，可以选其中的一条来说。 3．根据文章第二段的 “The bus runs on clean energy.” 可知，巴士运行的能源是清洁能源。 4．根据文章第二段的 “While it is self-driving, it uses its smart cameras and sensors to ‘see’ the world.” 可知，巴士通过智能摄像头和传感器来感知世界。 5．本题为开放性试题。通读全文可知，这个巴士可爱、智能、环保，具备很多优点，可以根据实际回答，答案不唯一。 ( 1 / 13 ) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 6 Looking into science 阅读理解&阅读问答题型专练（话题：人与社会——科技） 热点题型概览 核心模块 阅读理解（选择题） 阅读问答（任务型阅读・简答题） 题型解读 1. 中考标准设置：一篇科普短文配 4‑5 道单项选择题；以科技类说明文为主； 2. 核心题型：细节查找、词义猜测、推理判断、主旨大意、作者观点态度； 3. 文本围绕科技发展、AI 应用、现代发明、科技利弊、中国科技成就展开。 1. 中考主流题型：一篇短文配 5 道简答题，分简答、短语、完整句作答，常设置词数限制； 2. 考查信息筛选、语言转述、概括表达能力；高频考查 what/why/how 特殊疑问句； 3. 素材以科技发明、新技术应用、科技带来的改变与问题为主，最后一题多为开放性主观问答。 解题技巧 1. 先读题干划关键词，带着问题回原文定位； 2. 细节题忠于原文，拒绝主观臆断； 3. 依托上下文猜测科普类生词； 4. 区分事实信息与推理结论，警惕绝对化选项； 5. 借助首尾段、段落主题句概括主旨； 6. 做完核对选项与题干逻辑是否匹配。 1. 圈画题干关键词，锁定原文答案区域；2. 按需精简答案，遵守词数限制，不要整段摘抄； 3. 人称、时态要和问句保持一致； 4. why 题优先抓 because；how 题抓取动作、方式表达； 5. 概括类题目不能只摘抄零散细节，需要整合信息； 6. 写完检查大小写、标点、语法错误。 命题预测 - 单元话题 人工智能、现代科技发明、高新设备、中国科技成果、科技的利与弊、科技对日常生活的改变、DNA 等科学技术。 AI 的使用、各类新型科技产品的功能、科技带来的社会变化、科技的优缺点、对科技发展的看法、科技相关开放性评价。 命题预测 - 核心考点 高频考点：同义句转换；代词指代；形容词、副词辨析；条件 / 让步状语从句理解；长难句拆解；段落主旨概括；区分事实与观点。 高频考点：信息提取与同义改写；特殊疑问词规范应答；非谓语、固定搭配；跨段落信息归纳；时态一致；开放题 “观点 + 理由” 表达。 题型夯基提升 巩固基础·专项突破 Passage 1 China has developed rapidly in recent years. Many people have moved from the countryside to cities to find jobs. As a result, cities have become bigger and more modern. However, this has also caused some problems, such as heavy traffic and air pollution. To solve these problems, the Chinese government has taken many measures. New subway lines have been built in many cities to reduce traffic jams. More trees have been planted to improve the air quality. Also, the government has encouraged people to use public transportation instead of driving private cars. Another important change is in education. In the past, many children in poor areas couldn't go to school. But now, the government has built many new schools and provided free education for all children. Every child has the chance to go to school. China has also made great progress in science and technology. Chinese engineers have built many high-speed railways, bridges and ports. The high-speed railway network has become one of the largest in the world. These achievements make all Chinese people proud. 1．Why have many people moved from the countryside to cities? A．To travel. B．To find jobs. C．To go to school. D．To visit relatives. 2．What problems have been caused by the rapid development of cities? A．Heavy traffic and air pollution. B．Lack of food and water. C．Too many schools. D．Too many parks. 3．What has the government done to reduce traffic jams? A．Built more roads. B．Built new subway lines. C．Banned private cars. D．Increased bus tickets. 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．All children could go to school in the past. B．The government provides free education for all children now. C．No new schools have been built in poor areas. D．Poor children still can't go to school. 5．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．China has made great progress in education. B．China has developed rapidly in economy. C．China has made great achievements in science and technology. D．China has solved all environmental problems. Passage 2 What is Science? Science is everywhere around us. It is not just something in textbooks or laboratories. Science is the process of asking questions and finding answers. It helps us understand the world we live in. When you look at the sky and wonder why it is blue, you are thinking like a scientist. When you ask why onions make you cry, you are doing science. The scientific method is a way to find answers to these questions. It involves observing, asking questions, making predictions, doing experiments, and drawing conclusions. Scientific discoveries have changed our lives in many ways. From the invention of electricity to the development of modern medicine, science has made the world a better place. Scientists like Einstein, Newton, and Curie have inspired people for generations. But science is not just for scientists. Anyone can be a scientist. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to learn. So next time you see something interesting, ask yourself: “Why?” 1．What is science according to the passage? A．Only something in textbooks. B．Only something in laboratories. C．The process of asking questions and finding answers. D．A subject that only scientists can study. 2．What does the scientific method involve? A．Observing, asking, predicting, experimenting, and concluding. B．Only asking questions. C．Only doing experiments. D．Reading textbooks. 3．Which scientist is NOT mentioned in the passage? A．Einstein. B．Newton. C．Curie. D．Edison. 4．What quality do you need to be a scientist according to the passage? A．A lot of money. B．Curiosity and a willingness to learn. C．A laboratory. D．A university degree. 5．What is the writer’s purpose of writing this passage? A．To explain why science is difficult. B．To encourage people to be curious and think like scientists. C．To describe famous scientists. D．To teach how to do experiments. Passage 3 AI can help teenagers and students learn in several ways. Personalized learning. AI can know better about students, including their advantages, weaknesses, skills, learning favorites, learning needs, and so on. Then it can create a proper learning plan for each student. This can help students concentrate on areas that they need to improve at their own speed. Interactive (交互的) learning. AI has the ability to make learning more interactive and interesting. Things like interactive learning apps and educational games can make subject learning more interesting. What’s more, they can make students interested in a subject at once. This kind of active learning is sure to be more helpful than studying alone. Automated (自动的) advice and help. AI can provide automated advice and answers to questions. It can examine students’ work and provide personalized help. For example, ChatGPT can answer students’ questions quickly in a private, low‑pressure way. This kind of advice and answers can help students better understand knowledge and use their knowledge. Greater resources. AI can make many of the students’ learning resources richer and wider, like electronic textbooks, online courses, and study apps. For example, a biology textbook with AI technology may provide interactive 3D models of a human body that students can study more carefully. AI can provide interactive examples, introduce important passages, and offer assessments so students know what they do well and where they need more practice. In a word, AI has a great ability to improve studying and learning. By using AI, students can study more efficiently and reach higher levels of learning and success. The future of AI in education is hopeful as technologies continue to develop. 1．What can AI do by knowing better about students? A．Get more learning experiences. B．Find out students’ learning speed. C．Know more about learning favorites. D．Offer proper personal learning plans. 2．How might students feel about educational games? A．Traditional. B．Interested. C．Difficult. D．Knowledgeable. 3．How does the writer mainly develop Paragraph 5? A．By listing numbers. B．By giving examples. C．By asking questions. D．By comparing facts. 4．The underlined word “assessments” in Paragraph 5 probably means ________. A．evaluations B．goals C．resources D．skills 5．What’s the best title for this passage? A．AI—a Smart Helper for Learning B．AI Needs New Technologies C．AI, Much Better than a Teacher D．AI—Hopeful or Hopeless Passage 4 Is Technology Making Us Less Connected? There is a common belief that technology is making us less connected to each other. People point to families sitting together but each looking at their own phones. Friends posting online instead of having real conversations. But is this really true? A recent study from the University of Oxford found that people who use social media regularly actually have more social connections, not fewer. They stay in touch with friends from different stages of their lives—childhood friends, college classmates, and work colleagues. Technology helps them maintain these relationships over time and distance. However, the quality of these connections matters more than the quantity. Having a thousand online friends is not as valuable as having a few close friends you can rely on. Technology is a tool, not a solution. It can help us stay connected, but it cannot replace deep, meaningful relationships that are built through shared experiences and face-to-face interactions. The challenge is to use technology wisely. Use it to arrange meetups, not avoid them. Use it to share important moments, not just everyday updates. When used well, technology can strengthen our relationships. When used poorly, it can create a false sense of connection. The choice is ours. 1．What is the common belief about technology mentioned in the passage? A．Technology is making us more connected. B．Technology is making us less connected. C．Technology has no effect on relationships. D．Technology is only good for work. 2．According to the University of Oxford study, what did they find? A．Social media users have fewer friends. B．Social media users have more social connections. C．Social media is bad for mental health. D．Social media users never meet in person. 3．What does the writer say is more important than the number of online friends? A．The number of followers. B．The quality of connections. C．How often you post. D．How many likes you get. 4．What does the underlined word “maintain” in the second paragraph probably mean? A．结束 B．保持；维持 C．破坏 D．忽略 5．What is the main message of this passage? A．Technology always makes relationships worse. B．People should stop using technology completely. C．Technology can strengthen or weaken relationships depending on how we use it. D．Online friends are better than real‑life friends. Passage 5 How Technology Changed Our Daily Lives If we think about how people lived just 50 years ago, we can see how much technology has changed our daily lives. In the past, people had to go to banks to pay bills. Now we can do it from our phones. People used to send letters that took days to arrive. Now we can send messages that reach people instantly. Technology has also changed how we entertain ourselves. In the past, people listened to music on records or cassettes. Now we can stream millions of songs on our phones. We used to watch movies in cinemas or on TV. Now we can watch anything we want on streaming platforms. Education has also been transformed by technology. Students used to go to libraries to find information. Now they can use search engines to find answers in seconds. Online courses allow people to learn new skills from anywhere in the world. Of course, technology is not perfect. Sometimes it fails. But overall, it has made our lives more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable. The key is to use it wisely. 1．How did people pay bills 50 years ago? A．They used smartphones. B．They had to go to banks. C．They used the internet. D．They sent letters. 2．How do people listen to music today according to the passage? A．On records. B．On cassettes. C．By streaming on phones. D．On CDs. 3．Where did students use to go to find information? A．To the internet. B．To libraries. C．To their phones. D．To their teachers. 4．According to the passage, what is technology’s overall effect on our lives? A．It has made our lives worse. B．It has made our lives more convenient and efficient. C．It has no effect. D．It only affects entertainment. 5．What is the writer’s attitude towards technology? A．Technology is harmful and should be avoided. B．Technology has improved our lives but we should use it wisely. C．Technology is not important. D．Technology is only for young people. Passage 6 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Should we use artificial intelligence (AI) in schools? Some people may say no, but many experts think we should use it in a good way. They say AI can help us learn better. Zheng Qinghua, president of Tongii University, said it was important for us to use AI in education. He believed that AI could help us learn new things and get better at what we study. He also suggested that young people should improve their understanding of the knowledge through technology. In fact, AI has already become more and more important for teaching and learning. Zheng talked about the common use of different AI tools. These AI tools can help with students’ homework. A survey made by an online learning platform (平台) showed that 89 percent of students had used AI tools to help them with homework. However, some people worry that it may bring bad influence on education. “Instead of just using AI to get answers or finish homework and tests, students should focus on using AI to become creative and develop the ability to solve real-world problems,” said Zheng. Colin Bailey, president of Queen Mary University of London, says that as AI develops fast, stopping AI from being used in schools is not the answer. Instead, we should think about how to use it safely and correctly. People all over the world are working on rules to make sure AI is used in a good way. 1．What did Zheng Qinghua think of using AI in education? _______________________________________________ 2．How should students use AI according to Paragraph 4? __________________________________________ 3．Which university does Colin Bailey work for? ____________________________________________ 4．Why are people all over the world working on rules for AI? _______________________________________________ 5．What can AI tools do? Your answer should be different from the underlined one in the text.) ________________________________________________________ Passage 7 阅读下面的短文，根据短文内容回答下列问题，每题答案不超过6个单词 China High-Speed Rail—A Modern Wonder China High-Speed Rail is one of the most impressive technological achievements in the world. The network spans over 40,000 kilometers, making it the largest high-speed rail system on Earth. It connects major cities across China and has greatly reduced travel time. Before the high-speed rail, traveling from Beijing to Shanghai could take over ten hours. Now, the journey takes only about four and a half hours. The trains are comfortable, with spacious seats and free Wi-Fi. They are also environmentally friendly, producing less carbon than airplanes. The high-speed rail has not only improved transportation but also boosted economic development. It has made it easier for people to travel for business and tourism. It is a symbol of China’s rapid progress in science and technology. 1．How long is China’s high-speed rail network? _______________________________________ 2．How long does it take from Beijing to Shanghai now? ________________________________________ 3．What is one advantage of high-speed rail? ___________________________________________ 4．What has high-speed rail boosted? __________________________________________ 5．What is high-speed rail a symbol of? ____________________________________________ Passage 8 Mechanical Engineering Do you like to build with blocks? Have you ever wondered how planes stay in the air? Do you like to design and create new things? If you do, a career (职业) in mechanical engineering might be right for you! A mechanical engineer is responsible (负责任的) for coming up with and designing mechanical systems. Mechanical systems can include machine design, heating and cooling equipment, and product design. Mechanical engineers are in high need right now. There are a lot of job openings for mechanical engineers, but there aren’t enough people to fill those jobs. Because there is a high need for engineers and the work requires specialized knowledge, engineers get paid more than some other careers. To be a mechanical engineer, you need to graduate from college with a bachelor’s (学士) degree. In college, you will learn problem solving and critical thinking skills. Problem solving is very important in the field of mechanical engineering. To come up with the best solution to a problem, mechanical engineers need to think in different ways. They also need to be creative, because they may need to make something that’s never been made before. Paying attention to details (细节) is important as well. Many designs depend on a lot of little details. Mechanical engineers also need to be able to use different tools, such as calculators, high-speed cameras, and computers. There are many computer programmes mechanical engineers use to create designs, run scenarios (方案), and do research. As with many other jobs, mechanical engineers should be able to meet deadlines (期限) and work well with other people. Some jobs can be done with just one person, but more often mechanical engineers work on a team to complete a project. If an engineer cannot manage his or her time well and misses a deadline, the whole team will get delayed (拖延). Some engineers work in an office, and some travel to different worksites while a machine or product is being built, so they can help solve any problems. Mechanical engineering takes a lot of thought. It is a great career for people who like to make objects and machines work, solve problems, and be creative! 1．What is a mechanical engineer responsible for? ______________________________________ 2．To be a mechanical engineer, what will a student learn in college? _________________________________________ 3．How can mechanical engineers come up with the best solution to a problem? ____________________________________________ 4．Why should a mechanical engineer be able to meet deadlines? ______________________________________________ 5．In your opinion, which quality (品质) of mechanical engineers should students learn? Why? _______________________________________________ Passage 9 Governing water China is building a “digital twin” of the Yellow River(黄河治理进入数字时代) The Yellow River is known as the mother river of the Chinese people. However, flood (洪水) control and disaster forecasts (灾害预报) of the river have always been challenging for people in both ancient and modern times. To deal with these problems, China will speed up the development of a “digital twin (数字孪生)” system for waterways, according to the Ministry of Water Resources (水利部). A digital twin is a computer model of something that is made by collecting and studying data from detectors (探测器). Back in 2022, the Ministry of Water Resources published a digital twin construction plan, aiming to build a digital twin for the Yellow River. One big thing in the digital governance (治理) of the river is “smart stones”. According to Wang Qin, a lead researcher at the Information Center of Yellow River Henan Bureau, a smart stone is a detector put in dikes (堤坝) that can report the conditions of dike stones. “In the past, researchers had to detect the conditions of the dikes in person, which sometimes put their life at risk,” Zhao Xiaoxiong, a researcher from the same bureau, told Teens. “Now the smart stones can do it for us, more safely, quickly, and accurately (准确地).” Now, three cities in Henan province and one city in Shanxi province are using smart stones. “In the future, we expect to use them all along the Yellow River,” said Zhao. This is just a small part of the Yellow River’s “digital twin” system. The building of a comprehensive (全面的) digital governance system for the river is in full swing. The system is going to be used to make forecasts and emergency (应急) plans, as well as give early alarms, said Li Guoying, minister of water resources, at a meeting. By MENG TIANTIAN, 21st Century Teens Answer the questions: 1．What is a digital twin? __________________________________ 2．What can the “digital twin” system do for us? ____________________________________ 3．What is a “smart stone”? ___________________________________ 4．What is the advantage of smart stones over humans in collecting data? _____________________________________ 5．How is the building of the Yellow River’s “digital twin” system going? _________________________________________ Passage 10 Drones (无人驾驶飞机) can do lots of things for people, including taking pictures from the sky and watching wild animals. Now these small flying robots begin to change the way of farming. Looking for harmful things. Drones can find bacteria (细菌) that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometres away. Farmers can check the drones’ air samples (样本) and try to find ways to protect their plants before the bacteria get to them. Protecting cows. When flying over cows, drones can follow up the cows and find out which fences need fixing.There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows. Watching water. After watering the fields,we can often see some places may dry out faster than others. Other places might not get water at all. Drones can look over the field and make a 3D map. Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement. Spraying pesticide (喷洒农药). Different parts of a field might have different heights. Drones can check for this when flying above the land.Then,they change their height so that they can spray the correct amount of pesticide over each part of the field. This is more useful than traditional pesticide spraying. Drones can finish spraying a field much faster than traditional machines. Although drones can do a lot of things for people, drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. One of the biggest disadvantages is that they are affected by the weather. 1．What can drones do to look for harmful things? ___________________________________ 2．What are on the drones that help farmers look for animals? ___________________________________________ 3．What can farmers do by using the 3D map? _______________________________________________ 4．In how many ways do drones change farming according to the text? ___________________________________________ 5．Do you like drones? Why or why not? _____________________________________________ 培优拔高·挑战攻坚 Passage 1 The Future of DNA Technology DNA technology is one of the most exciting fields of science today. It has the potential to revolutionise medicine, agriculture, and many other areas. In medicine, DNA testing is already being used to diagnose diseases more accurately. Doctors can identify genetic mutations that cause diseases like cancer and heart disease. In the future, gene therapy may be used to fix these mutations, curing diseases that are currently incurable. In agriculture, DNA technology is being used to develop crops that are more resistant to pests, diseases, and drought. This could help feed the growing global population. Scientists are also using DNA to create medicines and vaccines more efficiently. However, DNA technology also raises ethical questions. Should we be able to design our babies’ physical characteristics? How should we protect people’s genetic information from being misused? These are difficult questions that society will need to answer in the coming years. 1．What is the main idea of this passage? A．DNA technology is only useful in medicine. B．DNA technology has great potential but also raises ethical questions. C．DNA technology will be used to design babies. D．DNA technology is too dangerous to use. 2．What does “gene therapy” refer to in the passage? A．Testing genes. B．Using genes to make medicine. C．Using genes to treat or cure diseases. D．Studying genes in animals. 3．How can DNA technology help agriculture? A．By creating new farm animals. B．By developing more resistant crops. C．By reducing the need for water. D．By making food taste better. 4．What is one ethical question raised by DNA technology? A．How to make DNA tests cheaper. B．Whether we should design babies’ characteristics. C．How to store DNA data. D．Which diseases to study first. 5．What is the writer’s attitude towards DNA technology? A．It is completely positive and has no problems. B．It is completely negative and should be stopped. C．It has great potential but needs careful consideration. D．It is not important for everyday life. Passage 2 The Dark Side of Technology While technology has many benefits, it also has a dark side. It is important to recognize these problems so we can address them. One major problem is screen addiction. Many people, especially young people, spend hours every day looking at screens. This can damage eyesight and cause headaches. It also reduces physical activity, leading to health problems like obesity. Another problem is the effect of technology on our social lives. When we spend too much time on our phones, we may ignore the people around us. We may even feel lonely, even when we are with others. This is called social isolation. Technology can also affect our sleep. Many people use their phones late at night. The blue light from screens can make it harder to fall asleep and reduce the quality of sleep. This can affect our mood and performance the next day. Lastly, technology can be a distraction. It can be hard to focus on homework or work when we are constantly checking notifications. This reduces our efficiency and can lead to stress. Recognizing these problems is the first step to using technology in a healthier way. 1．What is one major problem mentioned in the passage? A．Technology is too expensive. B．Screen addiction. C．Technology is not useful. D．There are too many apps. 2．What health problem can be caused by reduced physical activity? A．Headaches. B．Obesity. C．Insomnia. D．Laziness. 3．What is “social isolation”? A．Meeting many people. B．Feeling lonely even when with others. C．Making friends online. D．Using social media. 4．How does blue light from screens affect sleep? A．It helps people fall asleep faster. B．It makes it harder to fall asleep. C．It has no effect on sleep. D．It improves sleep quality. 5．What is the first step to using technology in a healthier way? A．Throwing away all devices. B．Recognizing the problems of technology. C．Using more apps. D．Buying new devices. Passage 3 In recent years, six amazing companies from Hangzhou have made a big splash (声名鹊起) in the world of technology: People call them the “Six Little Dragons”. These companies are doing great things in fields like artificial intelligence (人工智能), robotics, brain-computer interfaces (脑机接口), and video games. DeepSeek is a leader in AI. Its DeepSeek-V3 model is cheaper to make than other models, but it works better. This has made a big impact (影响) on the global AI market. Meanwhile, Unitree Technology and DEEP Robotics are changing the world of robots. Unitree’s robots can move like animals and have amazed people around the world. DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in dangerous places to keep people safe. Both companies are making robots smarter and more useful. BrainCo is another important company. It makes devices (设备) that can read brain activity and help people relax. ManyCore Tech also plays a big role. Its 3D data platform helps other companies develop better AI technology. Game Science has made waves in the game industry with its game “Black Myth: Wukong”. The game is based on the famous Chinese story called Journey to the West. The game’s success shows how Chinese developers can combine culture and technology in new ways. Hangzhou’s success is no accident. The local government has not only created a friendly environment for businesses, but also carried out policies (政策) to support them, which attracts (吸引) talented people from all over the country. This combination (结合) has turned Hangzhou into a global (全球的) center for creation. Other cities in China, like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, are also home to many leading tech companies. Together, these cities are leading China’s rapid technological progress. Hangzhou’s “Six Little Dragons” are not only a symbol of the city’s success but also a symbol of China’s growing influence in the global tech industry. 1．The DeepSeek‑V3 model’s advantage lies in that ________. A．it is the only model made by DeepSeek B．it costs less to produce yet performs better C．it is the most advanced AI model in the world D．it is making robots smarter and more useful 2．What is the main technological field of BrainCo? A．Developing video games. B．Creating animal‑like robots. C．Making brain‑reading devices for relaxing. D．Designing 3D data platforms. 3．Which of the following statements is true? A．Unitree Technology’s robots can communicate with humans fluently (流利地). B．DEEP Robotics makes robots that can work in risky places. C．ManyCore Tech has made a hit game “Black Myth: Wukong”. D．BrainCo can improve users’ memory. 4．Which is not the reason for Hangzhou’s success in technology? A．The business‑friendly environment. B．Supportive policies. C．Outstanding people. D．China’s growing influence. 5．Why does the writer write this passage? A．To introduce Chinese culture to the world. B．To explain how Hangzhou became a global hub (全球中心) for tourism. C．To introduce six amazing tech companies in Hangzhou and their contributions (贡献). D．To show the worldwide influence of AI. Passage 4 Technology and Daily Life Technology has changed the way we live, work and communicate. In the past, people used to write letters to keep in touch with friends and family. It took a long time for the letters to arrive. People also had to go to the library to find information. Now, with the help of smartphones and the Internet, we can send messages instantly and get information in seconds. We can shop online, take online courses and even work from home. Technology has made our lives much more convenient. However, it has also brought some problems. Some people spend too much time on their phones and forget to communicate with people around them face to face. We need to use technology wisely. 1．How did people keep in touch in the past? A．By sending emails. B．By making video calls. C．By writing letters. D．By using WeChat. 2．Where did people go to find information in the past? A．To the library. B．To the bookstore. C．To the school. D．To the office. 3．What can people do with smartphones and the Internet now? A．Only send messages. B．Only shop online. C．Shop online, take courses and work from home. D．Only take courses. 4．What problem has technology brought? A．It has made life more difficult. B．It has made communication slower. C．Some people spend too much time on phones. D．It has made people less lazy. 5．What does the writer suggest we do? A．Stop using technology. B．Use technology wisely. C．Spend more time on phones. D．Only use technology for work. Passage 5 阅读下面短文，回答小题。 Drones (无人驾驶飞机) can do lots of things for people, including taking pictures from the sky and watching wild animals. Now these small flying robots begin to change the ways of farming. Looking for sick plants. Drones can find bacteria (细菌) that are harmful to plants in the air from a few kilometers away. Farmers can check the drones’ air samples (样本) and try to find ways to protect their plants before the bacteria get to them. Counting cows. When flying over cows, drones can follow up the cows and find out which fences need fixing. There are also special cameras on drones. They can help farmers look for animals that could harm their cows. Water watch. After watering the fields, we can often see some places may dry out faster than others. Other places might not get water at all. Drones can look over the field and make a 3D map. Using the map, farmers can find out which parts of a field are dry or need improvement. Spraying pesticide (喷洒农药). Different parts of a field might have different heights. Drones can check for this when flying above the land. Then, they change their height so that they can spray the correct amount of pesticide over each part of the field. This is more useful than traditional pesticide spraying. Drones can finish spraying a field much faster than traditional machines. Although drones can do a lot of things for people, drones still face great challenges and disadvantages. One of the biggest disadvantages is that they are affected by the weather. 1．What can drones do to help the sick plants? _______________________________________ 2．What are on the drones that help farmers look for animals? _________________________________________ 3．What can the farmers do by using the 3D map? _______________________________________ 4．How many ways of farming do the drones change according to the text? _____________________________________________ 5．Do you like drones? Why or why not? ______________________________________________ Passage 6 阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题，每小题有字数限制。 With the development of society, people’s lifestyles have changed greatly over the past ten years. Ten years ago, people’s daily life was simple and slow. Most people spent their free time watching TV or chatting with neighbors. Shopping had to be done in physical stores. People usually took buses or walked to work. But now, high technology changes everything. Online shopping is very popular. People can buy almost everything they need at home. People’s ways of entertainment are also colorful. They can watch short videos, take online courses and join online clubs in their free time. More people choose to take shared bikes, subways or drive private cars to work, which saves a lot of time. However, the fast-changing lifestyle also brings some troubles. Many people are used to staying at home and seldom go out to exercise. They spend too much time on electronic products, which is bad for their health. Also, online communication makes some people lack real face-to-face talk with family and friends. In general, the changing lifestyle brings us both advantages and disadvantages. We should adapt to the changes and keep a healthy and positive living habit. 1．What did people usually do in their free time ten years ago? (不超过15个词) ___________________________________ 2．Where do people buy things now according to the passage? (不超过5个词) ________________________________________ 3．Why is the new lifestyle bad for people’s health? (不超过20个词) ________________________________________ 4．What is the main idea of the passage? (不超过20个词) ___________________________________________ 5．What will you do to keep a healthy lifestyle in the changing world? (不超过25个词) _______________________________________________ Passage 7 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Recently, Chinese scientists introduced a tiny drone (无人机) that looks just like a mosquito (蚊子). This little robot was made to watch places secretly, and it has caught wide attention after being shown on CCTV 7. What makes this drone special? First, its appearance — flapping wings and legs as thin as hair — makes it almost impossible to tell it apart from real insects. Second, its tiny size gives it amazing abilities: it can slip into almost any space, from narrow gaps to crowded rooms, without being noticed. Though it was mostly made for military spy work, many people think it could also be used by the government for public monitoring. Let’s talk about its details. The drone was only 1.3 cm long—about the size of a grain of rice—and could be controlled easily with a smartphone. It had leaf-shaped wings, three small legs, and flew much more quietly than bigger drones. Its creators say it’s so well-hidden that even careful observers might miss it. Plus, it can do many tasks: for example, flying into disaster zones too dangerous or hard for humans to reach, or checking air quality when equipped with small sensors. Of course, this “mosquito drone” isn’t perfect. While its small size is its biggest strength, it’s also a weakness. Because it’s so tiny, its battery doesn’t last long—maybe just a few minutes. And since it can’t carry heavy things, it can only use a few simple sensors or tools at a time. All in all, this invention shows how Chinese scientists are using advanced technology to create smart tools. Maybe in the future, such small drones will be used widely in a lot of fields. 1．What is the drone mainly designed for? ___________________________________ 2．Why is it hard to notice the drone in a room? __________________________________________ 3．How could the drone be controlled? __________________________________________ 84．What weakness does the “mosquito drone” have? ________________________________________ 85．What do you think of the Chinese scientists who invented the “mosquito drone”? Why? _______________________________________________ Passage 8 阅读下面短文，简略回答问题。 Here comes a bus with black ears, round eyes and a big nose. A group of passengers excitedly get on the bus. About a minute later, the bus begins self-driving. At a slow speed, the bus runs along a straight road and stops at red lights before parking at the next stop. With the cute and lovable appearance of a giant panda, this black-and-white bus is called “Panda Bus”. Passengers can get on the bus through a fingerprint recognition (指纹识别) system. They can also buy food on the bus. A robot on the bus can talk with passengers. It always gives proper solutions to passengers’ problems like planning routes (线路) and telling them where to get off. Besides that, when it finds out bad behavior like stealing, it’ll record it at once. The bus runs on clean energy. It’s good for the environment. While it is self-driving, it uses its smart cameras and sensors (传感器) to “see” the world. These tools help the bus watch the road, other cars, and even people walking. So the bus can stop safely when it meets obstacles (障碍) and follows traffic rules carefully. The AI-based “Panda Bus” was developed by DeepBlue Technology, China’s leading AI company. It has already hit the road in some cities across China. DeepBlue has also begun selling smart buses abroad. “There’s still a long way to go before the technology becomes more widely used,” says Chen Haibo, CEO of DeepBlue. 1．Why is the bus called “Panda Bus”? _______________________________________ 2．What can the robot do on the bus?（列举一条即可） _______________________________________ 3．What does the bus run on? ___________________________________________ 4．How can the bus “see” the world? _____________________________________ 5．Will you choose the “Panda Bus” to take a trip? Why or why not? ____________________________________ ( 1 / 13 ) 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $