2027届湖北名校联盟Z20高三上学期9月阶段诊断英语试卷

**基本信息** 本试卷以科技前沿（如Slugbot机器人、Shanya火灾探测系统）、环保实践（可持续农业）、跨文化融合（中西烹饪）及人文成长（家庭好奇心培养）为情境，考查语言理解与表达能力，渗透文化意识与思维品质。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |听力|20题/30分|日常交流、科技说明|真实对话情境，如邻里互助、机器人能源机制| |阅读理解|20题/50分|环保方法、科技创新、非语言沟通、语言学习|信息筛选与推理，如可持续农业措施分析、AI翻译与语言学习价值探讨| |完形填空|15题/15分|家庭互动、好奇心培养|语境词汇运用，如描述父亲支持子女兴趣的场景| |语法填空|10题/15分|跨文化烹饪、语法规则|中西文化融合素材，如Chef Ken Hom的菜品创新| |写作|2题/40分|中国传统节日介绍、故事续写|综合语言输出，如端午节习俗短视频构思、传感器发明改进续写|

2027届高三9月阶段性诊断考试 英语试卷 本试卷共9页，67题。全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 ★★祝考试顺利！★★ 注意事项： 1．答题前，先将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并认真核准准考证号条形码上的以上信息，将条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。 2．请按题号顺序在答题卡上各题目的答题区域内作答，写在试卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。 3．选择题用2B铅笔在答题卡上把所选答案的标号涂黑；非选择题用黑色签字笔在答题卡上作答；字体工整，笔迹清楚。 4．考试结束后，请将试卷和答题卡一并上交。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分） 第一节（共 5 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 7.5 分） 听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. How much money was left? A. £15. B. £35. C. £50. 2. What are the speakers doing? A. Organizing a conference. B. Dealing with a reservation. C. Collecting students’ information. 3. What does the man think of the novel? A. It is boring. B. It is challenging. C. It is engaging. 4. What does the woman mean? A. The switch is hard to buy. B. The electrician has no time. C. The man shouldn’t make the repair. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A photo. B. A classmate. C. An encounter. 第二节：（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Neighbors. B. Workmates. C. Relatives. 7. What will the man probably do next? A. Drive his wife to the store. B. Help with the garden work. C. Buy groceries for the woman. 听第7段录音，回答第8、9题。 8. Why does the woman suggest leaving early for the museum? A. To avoid the traffic. B. To eat out before the exhibition. C. To spend more time at the museum. 9. How will the speakers buy the tickets? A. Via the Internet. B. By phone. C. In person. 听第8段录音，回答第10至13题。 10. What happened to Bill last week? A. He caught a cold. B. He had a sensitivity. C. He suffered food poisoning. 11. Why does Sarah talk to Bill? A. To borrow his computer. B. To complain about a class. C. To work on an assignment. 12. What is Bill responsible for? A. Completing surveys online. B. Doing an Internet search. C. Checking reference books. 13. What is Bill going to do this afternoon? A. Go to Joseph’s place. B. Review Sarah’s notes. C. Head to the library. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14. Why did Lucy design the tree house? A. It was assigned by her neighbors. B. It gave her kids somewhere to play. C. It made her childhood dream come true. 15. What attracted Lucy about the historical phone boxes? A. Their long history. B. Their different styles. C. Their building quality. 16. What improvements did Lucy make to small buildings? A. Simpler style. B. Shorter construction time. C. Higher safety standards. 17. How did Lucy get the idea of folding stands? A. From her parents. B. From a salesman. C. From a business trip. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18. What is special about Slugbot? A. It runs on batteries. B. It consumes no energy. C. It hunts insects for energy. 19. Why did Chris Melhuish come up with his idea? A. To build robots more like animals. B. To invent robots for tough environments. C. To design robots to guard against danger. 20. What problem did Ecobot II have? A. It failed to digest flies. B. It couldn’t run for long. C. It couldn’t remove its own waste. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分） 第一节 （共 15 小题; 每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 A As the global population is projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050, the challenge rests in producing enough food while minimizing environmental harm. Here are some creative approaches to sustainable agriculture. PRECISION AGRICULTURE Precision agriculture uses technology such as GPS, drones (无人机), and sensors to monitor and manage crops with high accuracy. By applying water, fertilizers, and pest (害虫) control products only where and when needed, farmers can lower costs, improve output and minimize the environmental impact of farming practices. VERTICAL (垂直的) FARMING Vertical farming involves growing crops in multiple layers, often in controlled indoor environments. This method uses less land and water than traditional farming and can be used in urban areas, reducing the need for transportation. Although energy use remains a concern, renewable energy sources can make vertical farming more sustainable. REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE Regenerative agriculture focuses on restoring soil health and improving ecosystems. Practices such as planting cover crops, less digging, and planting trees with crops help absorb carbon, hold water, and support biodiversity. These methods not only benefit the environment but also enhance long-term farm productivity. CROP DIVERSIFICATION Relying on a limited number of crops can lead to soil damage and weakness to pests and diseases. Crop diversification, which involves planting a variety of crops, improves soil health, reduces risks, and enhances biodiversity. This approach is particularly important for adapting to climate change. As the world faces the challenges of feeding a growing population as well as protecting the planet, sustainable agriculture offers a path forward. By adopting creative methods and rethinking traditional practices, humanity can ensure food security while safeguarding the environment for future generations. 21. What is one of the benefits of precision agriculture? A. Reducing waste. B. Using less land. C. Controlling pests. D. Supporting biodiversity. 22. Which of the following is suitable for urban environments? A. Precision agriculture. B. Vertical farming. C. Regenerative agriculture. D. Crop diversification. 23. What is the author’s purpose in writing this text? A. To advocate environmental protection. B. To promote the use of renewable energy. C. To present sustainable farming methods. D. To illustrate the concept of food security. B Shanya Gill, a middle schooler from San Jose, California, won the top award in the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge (TFSJIC) for designing a fire detection system that is superior to existing ones, as stated in the press release. Shanya’s inspiration came after a fire destroyed a restaurant in her neighborhood during the summer of 2022, reported The Washington Post. “I had never really experienced something like that before,” she told The Washington Post about the early morning fire at Holder’s Country Inn, which started in the kitchen. “They had smoke detectors, and yet it still burned down,” she added. After she studied fire statistics, Shanya spent over a year developing a fire detection system that she believes could have prevented the fire. Unlike traditional smoke detectors that sense active fires from the smoke in the air, Shanya’s thermal imaging device is designed to stop fires from occurring. With a thermal camera and a Raspberry Pi, a tiny computer, the device detects when a heat source has been left unattended for ten minutes and sends a text message warning. Creating the prototype was difficult and the hardest part was the programming. “I had two designs, and my first design completely failed,” she said. The final device outperforms smoke detectors in speed and accuracy. Shanya wants to bring the costs down to make it even more common than hardwired smoke detectors. “Shanya saw a problem, went after it and tried to solve it, and that’s what we need to encourage in all young people,” said Maya Ajmera, president and CEO of Society for Science. She also highlighted the significance of supporting individuals, especially girls and kids of color, in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) fields, as research indicates that many young people drop out of these areas. 24. What motivated Shanya to develop her fire detection system? A. Her experience of a destructive fire. B. Her desire to win the science award. C. Her interest in computer programming. D. Her goal to improve STEM education for girls. 25. What is an advantage of Shanya’s invention? A. It consists of two parts that are easier to conduct. B. It can send out a warning against a potential fire. C. It can detect active fires from the smoke in the air. D. It functions when a fire breaks out within 10 minutes. 26. Which of the following can best describe Shanya’s inventing work? A. Thrilling. B. Smooth. C. Supported. D. Rough. 27. What’s the best title for this article? A. Shanya Gill inspires the discriminated B. Fire detection system is upgraded C. TFSJIC ends with glory and promise D. Middle schooler stands out in TFSJIC C A simple handshake may reveal more than just a greeting. A new study suggests that the way people shake hands could unconsciously communicate emotions and personality characteristics. Dr. Emily Carter, a behavioral psychologist leading the research, studies non-verbal (非口头的) communication and its role in relationships. Her curiosity about handshakes began during a leadership workshop. She noticed that participants’ handshakes varied significantly, and she wondered if these differences might carry meaningful information. To test her idea, she and her team conducted an experiment. The researchers found 200 volunteers and recorded their handshakes using high-speed cameras and pressure sensors. Participants were asked to shake hands with strangers, friends, and colleagues under different situations, such as meeting for the first time, resolving a conflict, or celebrating success. The team also measured participants’ heart rates and skin reactions to track emotional responses. The findings were illuminating. Strong, firm handshakes were often associated with confidence and enthusiasm, while weaker handshakes tended to signal nervousness or discomfort. Notably, longer handshakes with slight upward movements were linked to excitement, while short, rigid ones reflected tension. The study also illustrated that the temperature and moisture (湿度) of a person’s hand could reflect their emotional state. Warmer, slightly sweaty hands were more common when participants felt anxious or stressed, while cooler, dry hands were linked to calmness. Carter believes these insights have practical applications. For instance, business professionals could use handshake analysis to better understand their clients’ emotions during negotiations. Similarly, advisors might use it as a tool to understand a client’s emotional state without relying only on verbal communication. However, Carter cautions that handshakes are just one piece of the puzzle. “Human interaction is complex, and something as simple as a handshake can speak volumes,” she says. As scientists continue to explore the mysteries of non-verbal communication, it’s clear that no single gesture can tell the whole story. 28. How did Dr. Carter and her team study handshakes? A. By conducting surveys. B. By analyzing prior data. C. By observing participants. D. By interviewing volunteers. 29. What does the underlined word “illuminating” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Convincing. B. Revealing. C. Disturbing. D. Confusing. 30. What can we learn about handshake analysis? A. It helps interpret hidden emotions. B. It enhances communication skills. C. It contributes to bonding with clients. D. It facilitates the process of negotiation. 31. What can be inferred about human interaction according to the last paragraph? A. Non-verbal clues often mislead us. B. Handshakes are key to communication. C. One gesture cannot explain everything. D. Body language speaks louder than words. D From live speech translation in video calls to auto-dubbing on TikTok, real-time translation powered by artificial intelligence (AI) is now embedded in everyday life. All this raises a vital question. If machines can do this faster and more accurately than humans, is investing years in learning another language still worth it? Our recent study examined cognitive performance in 94 adults aged 18 to 83, using both visuospatial and auditory tasks across working memory, attention and inhibition. Put simply, we looked at how people process and respond to information they see or mentally map out in space (visuospatial) and information they hear (auditory). Examples include remembering sounds, focusing on visual patterns, or ignoring distractions. Our study measured multilingualism as a spectrum, not a category. This allowed us to capture diverse language backgrounds and experiences. Multilingual participants spoke a range of languages with varying levels of proficiency and daily use, reflecting the linguistic diversity common within multicultural communities. Across most tasks, multilinguals and monolinguals performed similarly. However, one pattern was striking. Individuals with richer, more diverse multilingual experience showed markedly better performance in visuospatial working memory. These effects were most pronounced in older people. This suggests that multilingual experience doesn’t broadly enhance cognition, like some headlines claim. Instead, it may help preserve specific functions over time. Separate population-level research has also linked multilingualism to later onset of Alzheimer’s disease and better overall ageing outcomes, though the mechanisms continue to be debated. Overall, however, it appears that sustained use of multiple languages represents a form of mental activity with effects that accumulate across a lifetime. AI translation excels at speed and accessibility. For many practical purposes, it works remarkably well. AI will continue to change how we engage with language learning. It can personalize instruction, minimize barriers and provide feedback at scale. But it can’t replace the cognitive work that comes from learning a language. This work builds and preserves the mental sharpness that sustains us across a lifetime. And this difference still matters. 32. Why does the author mention “live speech translation” and “auto-dubbing” in paragraph 1? A. To choose one as the topic. B. To invite further reflection. C. To recommend translation apps. D. To praise technological advances. 33. What do we know about the recent study? A. Its method is totally traditional. B. Its process is very time-consuming. C. Its subjects are distributed across ages. D. Its results match most previous claims. 34. What does the last paragraph mainly talk about? A. AI translation excels in a wide range of aspects. B. AI will not shake the value of language learning. C. AI era greatly changes how people use a language. D. AI has a long way to go before doing cognitive work. 35. Where is the article most probably taken from? A. A science magazine. B. A local news update. C. A technological brochure. D. An English-learning guide. 第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项这个有两项为多余选项。 If you find yourself thinking, “I am a failure,” it’s important to know that there are things you can do to feel better. Knowing how to cope with failure in a healthy way takes some of the fear out of it. 36 . First of all, it’s important to acknowledge that everybody fails at one time or another, but that doesn’t make us failures—it just means we are human, and that things didn’t work out this time. If you do feel like a failure, calling a friend, going for a walk, or playing with your pet are just a few examples of healthy ways to deal with your pain. 37 So you should try to find out what does for you. Failure can be a great teacher if you’re open to learning. Did you make a whole series of mistakes? Think about what you could do differently next time. 38 Instead of seeing a failure as a burden weighing you down, look at it as a stepping stone toward your goals. Once you’ve identified your mistakes and where you can learn from them, you’ll be ready to make a plan for moving forward. 39 Stop thinking, “I am a failure.” and focus on thinking. “I am capable of trying again.” Create a plan that will help you put the information you gained into practice. If you’ve spent most of your life avoiding failure, it can feel really scary when it finally happens. Facing your fears, however, can be the key to reducing the discomfort. __40__ Do things that might get you rejected or try new things where you could fail. Over time, you’ll learn that failure isn’t as bad as you might imagine. A. Practice stepping outside your comfort zone. B. Not every coping skill works for everyone, though. C. These will provide you with some temporary relief. D. Then you can ensure your failure will become a life lesson. E. And it helps reduce the pain so you can bounce back better. F. Remember that focusing on your problems will keep you stuck. G. There are many reasons why you might be feeling like a failure. 第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分） 第一节 完形填空（共 15 小题； 每小题 1 分，满分 15 分） When I was 11 years old, I expressed an interest in playwriting. My father immediately 41 — booking theatre tickets, driving me to Parramatta Library to borrow relevant books and gifting me a portable typewriter. His 42 nature was further demonstrated when my teenage sister showed 43 about genetics; we soon found ourselves 44 a public lecture on the subject. My dad’s 45 was “always follow your curious nose” and along the way, he 46 joined us down every rabbit hole, diving into his own research on theatre or genetics or whatever had 47 us kids. As an adult, I’ve continued this 48 family tradition. I’ve encouraged my own kids not to 49 any flicker (闪现) of curiosity. One of the hidden 50 of being a parent is the shared discovery along with your children. For example, I 51 more about blues harmonica music and Russian history than I ever thought I would. Now I have the same chance with my grandkids, and it’s glorious. It’s true that childhood 52 generally doesn’t develop into one’s profession. What matters, though, is whether the habit of curiosity itself 53 during adulthood. From my own experience, I’ve found that a curious outlook is something that makes life truly 54 and rich with possibilities. Though Dad’s been gone for years, we still 55 his legacy (遗产). As a family, we still “follow our curious noses”. 41. A. hesitated B. sighed C. ignored D. responded 42. A. supportive B. cautious C. independent D. artistic 43. A. optimism B. knowledge C. awareness D. curiosity 44. A. skipping B. attending C. sponsoring D. delivering 45. A. assumption B. qualification C. philosophy D. responsibility 46. A. critically B. occasionally C. eagerly D. briefly 47. A. defended B. frightened C. troubled D. attracted 48. A. wondering B. amusing C. cooperative D. competitive 49. A. catch sight of B. end up with C. shy away from D. get down to 50. A. sacrifices B. principles C. reasons D. rewards 51. A. doubt B. know C. worry D. joke 52. A. interest B. tradition C. memory D. expectation 53. A. carries on B. catches on C. shows off D. runs off 54. A. demanding B. fascinating C. convenient D. peaceful 55. A. debate B. shape C. honor D. divide 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1 个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 The mix of Chinese and Western culinary (烹饪的) traditions has created unique dining experiences, such as the story of Chef Ken Hom, a famous chef in combined cuisine. Born in the US to Chinese parents, Hom grew up with a strong ____56____(connect) to both American and Chinese cultures. His ability to combine the rich flavors of traditional Chinese dishes ____57____ the innovative techniques of Western cooking has earned him international praise. Hom’s signature dish, a new version of the classic Chinese stir-fry, ____58____(include) ingredients like olive oil and fresh herbs, ____59____ are basic elements in Mediterranean cuisine. By using a wok (炒锅) and mixing it with Western ingredients, Hom has created a dish that bridges the gap between two distinct culinary worlds. “Food is ____60____ universal language,” Hom often says, emphasizing how flavors can go beyond cultural boundaries and bring people together. In addition to his culinary creations, Hom____61____(author) many cookbooks so far that introduce Western audiences to the art of Chinese cooking while ____62____(encourage) experimentation with combined techniques. His television series, ____63____(air) in both the UK and the US, presents recipes that celebrate the harmony between East and West, inspiring home cooks to explore unfamiliar flavors. Hom’s work has not only popularized Chinese cuisine____64____(global) but also built shared understanding between cultures. Reflecting on his career, he once remarked, “Every dish tells a story, and ____65____(I) is the story of two worlds coming together on a plate.” 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分） 假定你是李华，你校国际部将举办“魅力中国节（Charming Chinese Festivals）”文化展播活动。请给你校交换生 Linda 写一封邮件，邀请她合作拍摄一个 3 分钟的短视频，介绍一个中国传统节日（如端午节、中秋节等）。 内容包括： 1. 你提议的节日及拍摄构思（如习俗、故事、美食等）； 2. 征求她的想法并商定讨论时间。 注意： 1. 词数 80 左右； 2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear Linda, Hope this email finds you well! Yours, Li Hua 第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Kenneth is now a science researcher at Harvard University. But he first came into the spotlight for a button-sized warning device he created at 15, one that greatly eased the burden on caregivers. Back then, Kenneth lived with his family, including his grandfather, who had Alzheimer’s disease. Late one night, his grandfather was found wandering on a highway. Kenneth’s mother, the main caregiver, had fallen asleep for only a few minutes after days of constant care. Seeing her exhaustion, Kenneth decided to do something. He wanted to keep his grandfather safe while giving his mother some relief. To learn more, Kenneth visited a local care center and met Ms. Brown, the head of the center. She told Kenneth that many elderly people had the same problem, and their families were under great pressure as well. Kenneth searched for a device that could warn the caregivers when the elderly residents got out of bed. But nothing on the market met the needs. So he was determined to take advantage of his strength in science to make one himself. Night after night, Kenneth tested sensors and circuits, but the design failed again and again. Yet whenever he thought of his demanding grandfather, his tired mother, and other elderly people in need, he returned to his desk. A year later, Kenneth finally created a pair of sensor socks. One night, he helped his grandfather put them on and waited with his mother. When his grandfather got out of bed, an alert sounded on his mother’s phone. Overjoyed, his mother said, “You made it! This will be a great help to me!” Believing that what had helped his family might also help others, Kenneth returned to the care center to introduce the socks. Many caregivers showed interest, but the elderly were less enthusiastic. Ms. Brown asked, “Do they have to wear the socks while sleeping?” Kenneth nodded. “Yes, that’s how it works.” 注意： 1. 续写词数应为150个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 Ms. Brown frowned, saying many elderly people were not used to sleeping with socks on. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ While reflecting on Ms. Brown’s suggestions, Kenneth suddenly noticed a button. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 试卷第2页，共9页 三年级英语试卷 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2027届高三9月月考英语答案 第一部分 听力1-5 ABCCA 6-10 AABCB 11-15 CBAAB 16-20 BCCBC 第二部分 阅读理解 第一节 21— 23 ABC 24—27 ABDD 28— 31 CBAC 32—35BCBA 第二节 36— 40 EBDFA 第三部分 语言知识应用（共两节，满分 30 分） 第一节 41— 45DADBC 46— 50 CDACD 51—55 BAABC 第二节 56. named 57. it 58. faithful 59. presence 60. telling 61. Despite 62. was introduced 63. uncommon 64. a 65. which / that 第四部分 写作 第一节 应用文写作 【参考范文】 Dear Linda, Hope this email finds you well! I’m writing to invite you to collaborate on a 3-minute video for our school’s “Charming Chinese Festivals” event. I believe your perspective as an exchange student would add a unique touch to our project. I suggest we feature the Mid-Autumn Festival, which is known for its beautiful moon-gazing traditions, and the touching legend of Chang’e. My initial idea is to film scenes of making mooncakes, displaying lanterns, and sharing the story through narration and visuals. I’d love to hear your thoughts and ideas—whether about the content, presentation, or how to make it more appealing to a global audience. Would you be available to discuss this further sometime this week? Please let me know what time works best for you. Looking forward to your reply! Best regards, Li Hua 第二节 读后续写 【续写要点】 第一段：①Ms.Brown 指出问题后，Kenneth 的反应（如失望、思考或询问替代方案）； ②与Ms.Brown 进一步沟通,了解真实需求，决心改进。 第二段：①从“纽扣”获得灵感，重新设计、制作纽扣式警报装置的改进过程； ②新装置被接受，发明获得认可。 注意：两段续写需形成完整闭环，第一段铺垫问题与反思，第二段实现转折与解决。 【易错点】 ①内容方面： ●忽略伏笔：忽略前文“a button-sized warning device he created at 15”续写仅简单改良感应袜或研发其它类型的装置，未呼应、回扣纽扣式装置这一关键设定，割裂故事情节，导致文章首尾不呼应、内容不完整。（建议最高不超过18 分） ●逻辑漏洞： 脱离原文逻辑，出现不合理情节，例如凭空新增改良设备的功能、随意添加他人帮助、或直接跳过思考与实验过程，瞬间完成装置改良，违背原文Kenneth 反复试验、潜心钻研的人物设定与故事逻辑。（建议最高不超过18 分） 角色缺失：续写中遗漏关键人物Ms.Brown，完全舍弃其提出的改良建议，无任何内容承接前文对话与提示，情节断层，无法合理引出后续装置优化的情节，故事推进生硬突兀。（建议最高在第四档） ●人称错误：误用第一人称叙述。 ●缺乏细节：描写过于笼统，仅平铺直叙改写发明、收获成功，无具体动作、情绪等细节。无具体思考、试验、调整设备的细节支撑，文章感染力不足 ②衔接方面： ●无法自然承接段首句，续写内容与段首句无关联。 ●续文与原文科学精神与人文关怀衔接断裂。 【参考范文】 Ms. Brown frowned, saying many elderly people were not used to sleeping with socks on. He realized that his design, although effective, was far from perfect. Ms. Brown suggested that something smaller or less noticeable would be a better option. Kenneth listened carefully, knowing that in order to make the device widely accepted, it had to be something elderly people would feel comfortable wearing without disrupting their routine. He understood that a solution had to fit naturally into their everyday lives—technology should serve people, not force them to change. While reflecting on Ms. Brown 's suggestions, Kenneth suddenly noticed a button. What if he could design a button-sized device that could be attached to people’s clothing and still function just as effectively? He devoted himself to continuous tests and delicate adjustments day and night. Finally, he produced a new button-shaped device that worked well. This warm practical design won wide recognition from elders and their caregivers. It struck him that caring technology connects humanity, and this belief would guide his future scientific pursuit. A 【部分答案解析】 【答案】21. A 2 2. B 23. C 【导语】这是一篇说明文，文章介绍了一些可持续农业的创新方法。 21.细节理解题。根据PRECISION AGRICULTURE部分中“By applying water, fertilizers, and pest(害虫)control products only where and when needed, farmers can lower costs, improve output and minimize the environmental impact of farming practices.(通过只在需要的地方和时间施用水、肥料和害虫控制产品，农民可以降低成本、提高产量并最大限度地减少耕作方式对环境的影响)”可知，精准农业可以精准灌溉和施肥，从而减少浪费，故选A。 22.细节理解题。根据VERTICAL (垂直的) FARMING部分中“This method uses less land and water than traditional farming and can be used in urban areas, reducing the need for transportation.(这种方法比传统农业使用更少的土地和水，可以在城市地区使用，减少了对交通的需求)”可知，垂直农业适合城市环境，故选B。 23.推理判断题。根据全文内容，结合第一段中“Here are some creative approaches to sustainable agriculture.(这里有一些可持续农业的创新方法)”可知，文章介绍了一些可持续农业的创新方法，故目的是提出可持续的耕作方法，故选C。 B 【答案】24. A 2 5. B 26. D 27.D 【导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲的是美国加州中学生Shanya Gill因设计出能够预警火灾的热成像检测系统，在TFSJIC中荣获最高奖的故事。 24.A 细节理解。解析：根据第二段“Shanya’s inspiration came after a fire destroyed a restaurant in her neighborhood during the summer of 2022”可知，她所在社区一家餐馆被大火烧毁的经历促使她研发火灾检测系统。故选A。 25.B 细节理解。解析：根据第三、四段可知，传统烟雾探测器是通过空气中的烟雾感知已经发生的火灾，而Shanya的装置旨在阻止火灾发生，能在热源无人看管10分钟时发出短信警告，即对潜在火灾发出预警。故选B。 26.D 推理判断。解析：根据第四段“Creating the prototype was difficult and the hardest part was the programming. I had two designs, and my first design completely failed”可知，她在发明过程中遇到不少困难，第一次设计完全失败，因此过程是坎坷的。故选D。 27.D主旨大意。解析：全文围绕中学生Shanya Gill在TFSJIC中因火灾检测系统脱颖而出、获得最高奖展开。D项最准确。故选D。 C 【答案】28. C 2 9. B 30. A 31. C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项新研究发现握手方式能无意识传递情绪与性格特质，以及研究过程、结果、应用及对人际互动的启示。 28.细节理解题。根据第三段中的“The researchers found 200 volunteers and recorded their handshakes using high-speed cameras and pressure sensors. Participants were asked to shake hands with strangers, friends, and colleagues under different situations, such as meeting for the first time, resolving a conflict, or celebrating success. The team also measured participants’ heart rates and skin reactions to track emotional responses.(研究人员找到了200名志愿者，并使用高速摄像机和压力传感器记录他们的握手情况。参与者被要求在不同场景下与陌生人、朋友和同事握手，例如初次见面、解决冲突或庆祝成功。该团队还测量了参与者的心率和皮肤反应，以追踪他们的情绪反应)”可知，卡特博士及其团队通过使用设备记录志愿者在不同场景下的握手、心率和皮肤反应来研究握手，本质是对参与者的观察。故选C项。 29.词句猜测题。根据第四段中的“Strong, firm handshakes were often associated with confidence and enthusiasm, while weaker handshakes tended to signal nervousness or discomfort. Notably, longer handshakes with slight upward movements were linked to excitement, while short, rigid ones reflected tension. The study also illustrated that the temperature and moisture (湿度) of a person’s hand could reflect their emotional state. Warmer, slightly sweaty hands were more common when participants felt anxious or stressed, while cooler, dry hands were linked to calmness.(有力、坚定的握手通常与自信和热情相关，而无力的握手往往暗示紧张或不适。值得注意的是，时间较长且带有轻微向上动作的握手与兴奋有关，而短暂、僵硬的握手则反映出紧张。该研究还表明，一个人手的温度和湿度可以反映其情绪状态。当参与者感到焦虑或压力大时，手部温暖且略带潮湿的情况更为常见，而手部凉爽、干燥则与平静有关)”可知，后文详细阐述了研究得出的关于握手与情绪、性格关联的具体结论，这些结论是有启发意义、能揭示真相的，因此“illuminating”意为“揭示真相的、有启发作用的”，与“Revealing”含义相近。故选B项。 30.细节理解题。根据第一段中的“A new study suggests that the way people shake hands could unconsciously communicate emotions and personality characteristics.(一项新研究表明，人们的握手方式可能会无意识地传递情绪和性格特质)”以及第五段中的“For instance, business professionals could use handshake analysis to better understand their clients’ emotions during negotiations. Similarly, advisors might use it as a tool to understand a client’s emotional state without relying only on verbal communication.(例如，商业人士可以利用握手分析在谈判中更好地理解客户的情绪。同样，顾问也可以将其作为一种工具，不单纯依赖语言交流就能了解客户的情绪状态)”可知，握手分析有助于解读人们隐藏的情绪。故选A项。 31.推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“However, Carter cautions that handshakes are just one piece of the puzzle. “Human interaction is complex, and something as simple as a handshake can speak volumes,” she says. As scientists continue to explore the mysteries of non-verbal communication, it’s clear that no single gesture can tell the whole story. (然而，卡特提醒道，握手只是其中的一部分。“人际互动很复杂，像握手这样简单的动作也能传递很多信息，”她说。随着科学家们继续探索非语言交流的奥秘，很明显，没有任何一个单一的手势能说明全部情况)”可知，卡特指出握手只是人际互动中的一个部分，没有单一手势能解释所有情况。由此推知，人际互动中一个手势无法说明一切。故选C项。 D 【答案】32. B 33. C 34. B 35. A 【导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲的是AI翻译虽然便捷高效，但学习语言所带来的认知锻炼和长期健康价值无法被机器替代。 32.B 写作意图。解析：首段提到“live speech translation”和“auto-dubbing”等AI翻译应用，是为了引出“机器翻译是否让学语言失去价值”这一问题，引发读者进一步思考，并非推荐或单纯赞扬技术。故选B。 33.C 细节理解。解析：根据第二段“examined cognitive performance in 94 adults aged 18 to 83”可知，研究对象年龄跨度大，分布在不同年龄段。故选C。 34.B 段落主旨。解析：最后一段先肯定AI翻译在速度和可及性上的优势，但随后用“But it can’t replace the cognitive work that comes from learning a language”转折，强调语言学习的认知价值无法被AI取代，即AI不会动摇语言学习的价值。故选B。 35.A 推理判断。解析：文章围绕一项关于多语经验与认知表现的研究展开，讨论AI与语言学习的关系，内容具有科学性和科普性，最可能出自科学杂志，而非本地新闻、技术手册或英语学习指南。故选A。 【答案】36. E 37. B 38. D 39. F 40. A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了如何以健康的方式面对失败。 36．根据空前的“Knowing how to cope (应对) with failure in a healthy way takes some of the fear out of it.(知道如何以一种健康的方式面对失败可以消除一些恐惧)”可知，知道如何以健康的方式面对失败能消除一些恐惧，此处讲述的是以一种健康的方式面对失败所带来的好处，E选项“And it helps reduce the pain so you can bounce back better.(它有助于减轻疼痛，这样你就能更好地恢复过来。)”继续陈述以一种健康的方式面对失败所带来的好处，承接空前的内容，其中的it指代空前的“Knowing how to cope (应对) with failure in a healthy way”。故选E项。 37.根据空前的“If you do feel like a failure, calling a friend, going for a walk, or playing with your pet are just a few examples of healthy ways to deal with your pain.(如果你真的觉得自己很失败，打电话给朋友，出去散步，或者和你的宠物一起玩，这些都是处理痛苦的健康方法)”可知，此处列举了一些面对失败的一些健康方法，结合空后的“So you should try to find out what does for you.(所以你应该试着找出什么适合你)”可知，此处建议找出适合自己的方法，根据so可知，此空处与空后的内容为因果关系，由此可知，此空处讲述的应是不适合所有的人，B选项“Not every coping skill works for everyone, though.(然而，并不是所有的应对技巧都适用于每个人。)”讲述的内容承接上文，且与空前内容为转折关系，与空后的内容为因果关系，符合逻辑。故选B项。 38. 根据本段的主题句“Failure can be a great teacher if you’re open to learning.(如果你愿意学习，失败也可以是一位伟大的老师)”可知本段讲述的内容是学会从失败中学习，D选项“Then you can ensure your failure will become a life lesson.(然后你可以确保你的失败将成为人生的一课。)”中的a life lesson与主题句中的a great teacher相对应，且与空前的“Did you make a whole series of mistakes? Think about what you could do differently next time.(你犯了一连串的错误吗？想想你下次可以做些什么不同的事情)”为顺承关系，其中的then承接了空前的内容。故选D项。 39. 根据空后的“Stop thinking, “I am a failure.” and focus on thinking, “I am capable of trying again.”(不要再想“我是个失败者。”而是专注于思考“我有能力再试一次。”)”可知，此处指的是面对失败应如何思考，F选项“Remember that focusing on your problems will keep you stuck.(记住，专注于你的问题会让你陷入困境。)”讲述的是专注于问题会让自己陷入困境，与空后的内容一致，符合语境。故选F项。 40. 根据空前的“Facing your fears, however, can be the key to reducing the discomfort.(然而，面对你的恐惧，可能是减少不适的关键)”可知，此处建议去面对恐惧，这样能减少不适的感觉，根据空后的“Do things that might get you rejected or try new things where you could fail.(做一些可能会让你被拒绝的事情，或者尝试一些可能会失败的新事物)”可知，此处建议做一些可能被拒或者是尝试一些可能会失败的事情，空前和空后均是讲述的是建议积极面对恐惧，A选项“Practice stepping outside your comfort zone.(练习走出你的舒适区。)”讲述的是走出舒适区，与上下文内容吻合，均是讲述的积极面对恐惧或挫折，这样会减少面对失败的不适，符合语境。故选A项。 【主题语境】人与自我 【语篇解读】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了“我”家里的传统——保护好奇心。在“我”小的时候，爸爸满足我们的好奇心，并鼓励我们对感兴趣的事物积极探索。 41. D 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我对剧本创作感兴趣，爸爸立马进行了积极回应。hesitate犹豫；sigh叹息；ignore忽视；respond回应，故选D。 42. A 考查形容词义辨析。句意：爸爸对妹妹的好奇心一直是支持的。supportive支持的；cautious谨慎的；independent独立的；artistic艺术的，故选A。 43. D 考查名词词义辨析。句意：见上题。optimism乐观；knowledge知识；awareness意识；curiosity好奇，故选D。 44. B 考查动词词义辨析。句意：爸爸为了支持我们，带我们参加相关讲座。skip逃（课）；attend参加；sponsor赞助；deliver发送、做（讲座、演讲）；故选B。 45. C 考查名词词义辨析。句意：爸爸的人生哲学、生活信条就是保持好奇心。assumption假设；qualification资质；philosophy人生哲学；responsibility责任，故选C。 46. C 考查副词词义辨析。句意：只要是吸引我们的东西，爸爸总是渴望加入。critically批判地；occasionally偶尔地；eagerly渴望的；briefly简洁地，故选C。 47. D 考查动词词义辨析。句意：见上题。defend保卫；frighten害怕；trouble麻烦；attract吸引，故选D。 48. A 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我成年后，继续家里的传统——保护好奇心。wondering好奇的；amusing好笑的；cooperative合作的；competitive竞争的，故选A。 49. C 考查动词短语辨析。句意：我鼓励孩子们不要害羞回避好奇心。catch sight of看见；end up with结局；shy away from回避；get down to专心做，故选C。 50. D 考查名词词义辨析。句意：作为父母，我们也有回报。sacrifice牺牲；principle原则；reason原因；reward回报，故选D。 51. B 考查动词词义辨析。句意：我了解了更多方面的知识。doubt怀疑；know了解；worry担心；joke开玩笑，故选B。 52. A 考查名词词义辨析。句意：童年的兴趣一般不会成为职业，但重要的是兴趣是否能伴随直到成年。interest兴趣；tradition传统；memory回忆；expectation预期，故选A。 53. A 考查动词短语辨析。句意：见上题。carry on继续；catch on流行、受欢迎；show off炫耀；run off逃跑，故选A。 54. B 考查形容词义辨析。句意：保有好奇心是让生活真正保持吸引力的东西。demanding高要求的、苛刻的；fascinating吸引人的；convenient方便的；peaceful平静的，故选B。 55. C 考查动词词义辨析。句意：虽然爸爸过世，但我们会铭记、传承这份遗产，顺着好奇心的指引去探索。debate辩论；shape塑性；honor纪念；divide划分，故选C。 录音稿 Text 1 W: I bought a football in that new department store. M: How much was that? W: £15. Then I had lunch there, so altogether my day out cost £35. There was a bit left of the £50 I went in with! Text 2 M: We just got another booking for two nights in September, a PhD student from Ireland, in town for a conference. W: Sounds good. Does he want breakfast, or just the room? M: I’m not sure. I’ll email him. Text 3 W: I wish we had better stuff to read for our literature class. That novel our teacher assigned us makes me feel tired and impatient. M: Is it so boring? I started it yesterday afternoon and I couldn’t put it down until I finished it. Text 4 M: I tried reaching the electrician earlier today, but there was no response. I think I’ll have a go at the broken switch. W: Do you think it’s a good idea to mess with such things? Shouldn’t it be left to professionals? Text 5 M: The girl holding the book looks like you. W: Actually, that’s my deskmate. I’m in the front. M: Ah, you’re the one in the hat! W: That’s right! You know how camera-shy I am! Text 6 M: See you later, Mrs. Todd. My wife is waiting for me to take her to the grocer’s. W: I understand. There’s a lot to get done at weekends, especially when you two work. M: Yeah. Jane and I have been talking about visiting you since moving in. So when I saw you out in the garden, I decided to say hello. W: I’m glad you did. In fact, I should have called on you first, since you are the new comers. M: By the way, do you need anything from the store? W: No, thanks, but I appreciate the offer. Text 7 W: How about going to the National Art Museum this afternoon? Based on the information on its website, the exhibition this week features Picasso’s paintings. It starts at 2 p.m. M: Sounds interesting. W: It’s only 11 o’clock, but I say we leave now anyway. The museum is an hour’s drive away. M: Let’s call a taxi. W: Yeah. This way, we’ll still have time to have lunch. There are many nice restaurants near the museum. M: Yeah. Let’s just pick whatever restaurant is closest to the museum’s box office so that we can easily grab our tickets before the exhibition. Text 8 W: Hi, Bill. M: Hi, Sarah. I was so ill last week. W: Did you eat that bad fish in the canteen? M: No. At first I thought it was a cold, but it was found to be a sensitivity. W: Glad you’re back to health. Well, I’m here to tell you that we have to complete a new project together for Mr. Donaldson’s class. The project is partly online research, then checking reference books for information to prepare a survey. My computer is in for repair, so … if I check in the reference library, could you look up some materials online? M: OK. W: Oh no, I left the list of references in my other bag at Joseph’s house. I’ll get it this afternoon. M: I think I’ll catch up on the notes from last week. Could you lend me yours? W: I’ve made you a copy of the notes already, but it’s in that bag too. M: Maybe I can go with you this afternoon. W: OK. Text 9 M: I’m sitting with designer Lucy Collett in her tree house, who specializes in small buildings. W: Actually, I was assigned to design this house by my neighbors for their children. And I loved the challenge of integrating the house in among the branches. M: What started you off on this type of design? W: I’ve always had a passion for small buildings since I was a little girl. Then I found a book about historical telephone boxes, which absorbed me — some looked like traditional cottages; others like Greek temples. But it didn’t last long; they had to be standardized and made more practical. M: You went to architecture school. Did you know you would work on small buildings? W: Yes, my final year project was on small and temporary buildings around major building sites. They all meet safety standards, and why shouldn’t they have some style? I designed them to look better, and also to be put up and taken apart more quickly. M: Where did you get your creativity from? W: I think I’m more practical than creative. I was visiting some clients abroad a few years ago, and saw some brilliant stands there. They were little metal folding houses and completely waterproof. I did drawings of them and made one when I got home as my parents had a really heavy market stand. Text 10 W: Hello, everybody. Today, I’d like to talk about robots. Robots are supposed to run on batteries, right? But scientists in England have built a series of small robots that get their energy from dead flies or sugar. One robot, called Slugbot, was even designed to hunt garden insects for dinner! Scientists at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory want to invent robots that can operate for long periods of time in dark, dirty, or dangerous places. Many of those spots, like the seafloor or Antarctica, don’t have electrical equipment to connect power supply. So inventor Chris Melhuish came up with a better idea-build robots that get their energy just like animals do. The robots digest their food in the stomach-like equipment full of bacteria! As the bacteria eat up the food, they produce something that is very important to form electricity. One robot, called Ecobot II, could run for 12 days on a diet of eight flies! But it seems that after an eight-fly dinner, Ecobot II couldn’t get rid of the leftover “waste”. Melhuish says his team is now working on a new and improved robot. Maybe restrooms in the future will have signs for boys, girls and robots. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $2027届高三第一次学情诊断英语听力部分第一节听下面五段录音，每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。现在你有5秒钟的时间阅读第一小题的有关内容。听下面的录音，回答第一小题。I bought a football in that new . department store. how? Fifteen pounds? Then I had lunch there. So altogether my day out cost thirty five pounds. There was a bit left of the fifty pounds I went in with. I bought a football in that new . department store. how? Fifteen pounds? Then I had lunch there. So altogether my day out cost thirty five pounds. There was a bit left of the fifty pounds I went in with. 听下面的录音，回答第二小题。We just got another booking for two nights in september. AP, H, D student from ireland in town for a conference sounds good. Does he want breakfast or just the room? I'm not sure all email. We just got another booking . for two nights in september. AP, H, D, student from ireland in town for a conference . sounds good. Does he want breakfast or . just the room? I'm not sure i'll email him. 听下面的录音，回答第三小题。I wish we had Better stuff to read for our literature class. That novel our teacher assigned us makes me feel tired and impatient. Is IT so boring? I started IT yesterday afternoon, and I couldn't put IT down until I finished IT. I wish we had Better stuff to read for our literature class. That novel our teacher assigned us makes me feel tired and impatient. Is IT so boring? I started IT yesterday afternoon, and I couldn't put IT down until I finished IT. 听下面的录音，回答第四小题。I tried reaching the electricity an earlier today, but there was no response. I think i'll have a go at a broken switch. Do you think is a good idea to mess with such things? Shouldn't IT be left to professionals? I tried reaching the electrician earlier today, but there was no response. I think i'll have a go at a broken switch. Do you think is a good idea to mess with such things? Shouldn't IT be left to professionals? 听下面的录音，回答第五小题。The girl holding the book looks like you, actually. that's my desk mate. I'm in the front. Ah, you're the one in the hat. That's right. You know how camera shy I am. The girl holding the book looks like you actually. that's my desk mate. I'm in the front. You're the one in the hat. That's right. You know how camera shy I am. 第一节到此结束，第二节听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的ABC3个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟，听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间，每段录音播放两遍。听下面的录音，回答第六和第七小题。现在你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。See you later, mrs. Todd, my wife is waiting for me to take her to the grocers. I understand there's a lot to get done at weekend, especially when you to work. Yeah, jane and I have been talking about visiting sons moving in. So when I saw you out in the garden, I decided to say hello. I'm glad you did. In fact, I should have called on you first since you are the newcomers. By the way, do you need anything from the store? No, thanks, but I appreciate the offer. See you later, mrs. Todd, my wife is waiting for me to take her to the grocers. I understand there's a lot to get done at weekends, especially when you to work. Yeah, jane and I have been talking about visiting you since moving in. So when I saw you out in the garden, I decided to say, hello. i'm glad you did. In fact, I should have called on you first. since you are the newcomers, by do you need anything from the store? No thanks, but I appreciate the offer. 听下面的录音，回答第八和第九小题。现在你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。How about going to the national art museum this afternoon? Based on the information on its website, the exhibition this week features picasso paintings. IT starts at two P. M. Sounds interesting. It's only eleven o'clock, but I say we leave now. Anyway, the museum is an hours drive away. Let's call a taxi. Yeah. this way we'll still have time to have lunch. There are many nice restaurants near the museum. Yeah, let's just pick whatever restaurant is closest to the museum's box office so that we can easily grab our tickets before the exhibition. How about going to the national art museum this afternoon? Based on the information on its website, the exhibition this week features picasso paintings. IT starts at two P. M. Sounds interesting. It's only eleven o'clock, but I say we leave now. Anyway, the museum is an hours drive away. Let's call a taxi. Yeah. this way we'll still have time to have lunch. There are many nice restaurants near the museum. Yeah, let's just pick whatever restaurant is closest to the museum's box office so that we can easily grab our tickets before the exhibition. 听下面的录音，回答第十至第十三小题。现在你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。Hi bill. Hi Sarah. I was so ill last week. Did you eat that bad fish in the canteen? No, at first I thought he was a cold, but I was found to be a sensitivity. Glad back to health. Well, i'm here to tell you that we have to complete a new project together for mister Donald on's class. The project is partly online research, then checking reference books for information to prepare a survey. My computer is in for repair. So if I check in the reference library, could you look up some . materials online? okay. Oh, no. I left the list of references in my other bag at Joseph s. house. I'll get IT this afternoon. Think i'll catch up on the notes from last week. Could you lend me yours? I've made you a copy of the notes already, but it's in . that bag too. Maybe I can go with you this afternoon. OK. Hi bill. Hi Sarah. I was so ill last week. Did you eat . that bad fish in the canteen? No, at first I thought he was a cold, but I was found to be a sensitivity. glad back to health. Well, i'm here to tell you that we have to complete a new project together for mister Donald on's class. The project is partly online research, then checking reference books for information to prepare a survey. My computer is info repair, so if I check in the reference library, could you look up some materials online? OK. oh, no. I left the list of references in my other bag at Joseph house. I'll get IT this afternoon. I think i'll catch up on the notes from last week. Could you lend me yours? I've made you a copy of the notes already, but it's in that bag too. Maybe I can go with you . this afternoon. okay? 听下面的录音，回答第十四至第十七小题。现在你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。I'm sitting with designer Lucy called in her tree house, whose specializes in small buildings that . I was assigned to design this house by my neighbors for their children. And I loved the chAllenge of integrating the house in among . the branches. What started you off on this type of design? I've always had a passion for small buildings since I was a little girl. Then I found a book about historical telephone boxes, which absorbed me. Some looked like traditional cages OS like greek temples. They had to be standardized and made more practical. You went to architecture school. Did you know you would work on small buildings? Yes, my final year project was on small and temporary buildings around major building sites. They all meet safety standards. And why shouldn't they have some style I designed to them to look Better and also to be put up and taken apart more quickly? Where did you get your creativity from? I think i'm more practical than creative. I was visiting some clients abroad a few years ago and saw some brilliant stands there. They were little medical folding houses and completely waterproof. I did drawings of them and made one when I got home. As my parents had a really heavy market stand. i'm sitting with designer Lucy collect in herta house, who specializes in small buildings that I . was assigned to design this house by my neighbors for their children. And I love the chAllenge of integrating the house in among the branch. What started you off on this type of design? I've always . had a passion for small buildings, and that I was a little girl. Then I found a book about historical telephone boxes, which absorbed me. Some looked like traditional greek temples to be standardized and made more practical. You went to architecture school. Did you know you would work on small buildings? Yes, my final year project was on small and temporary buildings around major building sites. They all meet safety standards. And why shouldn't they have some style I designed to them to look Better and also to be put up and taking apart more quickly? Where did you get your creativity from? I think i'm more practical than creative. I was visiting some clients abroad a few years ago and saw some brilliant stands there. There were little metal folding houses and completely waterproof. I did drawings of them and made one when I got home as my parents had a really heavy market stand. 听下面的录音，回答第十八至第二十小题。现在你有15秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。Hello, everybody. Today i'd like to talk about robots. Robots are supposed to run on batteries, right? But scientists in england have built a series of small robots that get their energy from dead flies or sugar. One robot called slugged bot was even designed to hunt garden insects for dinner. Scientists at the wriston robotics laboratory want to invent robots that can Operate for long periods of time in dark, dirty or dangerous places. Many of those spots, like the sea floor or and arctic a, don't have electrical equipment to connect power supply. So inventer Chris mellish came up with a Better idea, build robots that get their energy, just like animals do. The robots die. Gest their food in the stomach, like equipment full of bacteria. As the bacteria eat up the food, they do something that is very important to form electricity. One robot called ego bot two could run for twelve days on a diet of eight flies. But IT seems that after an eight fly dinner, ego bot two couldn't get rid of the leftover waste. Meli says his team is now working on a new and improved robot, maybe restrooms in the future will have signs for boys, girls and robots. Hello everybody. Today ID like to talk about robots. Robots are supposed to run on batteries, right? But scientists in england have built a series of small robots that get their energy from dead flies or sugar. One robot called slug bot was even designed to hunt garden insects for dinner. Scientists that the Bruce le robotics laboratory want to invent robots that can Operate for long periods of time in dark, dirty or dangerous places. Many of those spots, like the sea floor or and arctic a, don't have electrical equipment to connect power supply. So inventer Chris mellish came up with a Better idea, build robots that get their energy, just like animals do. The robots die. Gest their food in the stomach, like equipment full of bacteria. As the bacteria eat up the food, they produce something that is very important to form electricity. One robot called e robot two could run for twelve days on a diet of eight flies. But IT seems that after an eight flight dinner, ego bot two couldn't get rid of the leftover waste. Milward says his team is now working on a new and improved robot. Maybe restrooms in the future will have signs for boys, girls and robots. 第二节到此结束。