内容正文:
Ⅰ.阅读理解
[话题 多种语言可能对儿童的执行功能有益]
Speaking more than one language may benefit children's executive(执行的) function — especially those with autism spectrum(自闭症谱系) disorder (ASD), a recent analysis suggests.
The study, published in Autism Research, looked at 116 children aged 7 through 12.Of those, 53 had autism spectrum disorder and 63 did not, though 4 children were later excluded.Twentyone of the children with ASD spoke more than one language, and 35 of the typically developing children were multilingual(讲多种语言的).Most of the multilingual children spoke English and Spanish, though some spoke Portuguese, Hebrew, French, Japanese or Bulgarian in addition to English.
The researchers tested the children's executive function abilities and asked parents to fill out surveys assessing autism behaviors such as viewpoint taking — the ability to understand viewpoints other than one's own — and social communication.
The multilingual children all demonstrated better executive function than their counterparts who spoke just one language, regardless of whether they were on the autism spectrum.But the effect was more salient in multilingual kids with ASD.These kids had much better selfcontrol than those who only spoke one language and had ASD.
The research also found a “direct and indirect association between multilingualism and viewpoint taking.” This could be because people who speak more than one language must assess social signals to decide which language to speak or that their knowledge of more than one language comes with a higher ability to understand language itself, the researchers said.
Multilingual children's executive functions could be improved by the need to choose the right language to speak, the researchers write.“If you have to balance two languages, you have to control one in order to use the other,” said Lucina Uddin, who was a professor at the University of Miami during the research.“That's the idea.The ability to stop yourself from doing something might be strengthened by knowing two languages.”
Encouraging multilingualism at home could benefit kids with autism spectrum disorders, the researchers conclude, and could even provide a “natural intervention” for some types of executive function.
1.What does Paragraph 2 mainly tell us about the study?
A.Its conclusion. B.Its participants.
C.Its procedures. D.Its significance.
2.What does the underlined word “salient” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A.Predictable. B.Noticeable.
C.Potential. D.Serious.
3.What conclusion can we draw about multilingual children?
A.They are less likely to be sidetracked.
B.They are more creative in language use.
C.They are better at controlling themselves.
D.They are more likely to have language disorders
4.What's the researchers' attitude to promoting multilingualism at home for autistic children?
A.Negative. B.Uncaring.
C.Doubtful. D.Supportive.
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一项新的研究,该研究表明说多种语言可能对儿童的执行功能有益,特别是对于患有自闭症谱系障碍的儿童。
1.B [主旨大意题。根据第二段“The study, published in Autism Research, looked at 116 children aged 7 through 12.Of those, 53 had autism spectrum disorder and 63 did not, though 4 children were later excluded.Twentyone of the children with ASD spoke more than one language, and 35 of the typically developing children were multilingual(讲多种语言的).Most of the multilingual children spoke English and Spanish, though some spoke Portuguese, Hebrew, French, Japanese or Bulgarian in addition to English.(这项发表在《自闭症研究》杂志上的研究对116名7至12岁的儿童进行了调查。其中,53人患有自闭症谱系障碍,63人没有,尽管有4名儿童后来被排除在外。21名患有自闭症谱系障碍的儿童会说一种以上的语言,35名正常发育的儿童会说多种语言。大多数会说多种语言的儿童会说英语和西班牙语,不过除了英语之外,有些儿童还会说葡萄牙语、希伯来语、法语、日语或保加利亚语。)”可知,本段主要介绍了参与这项研究的儿童的基本情况,即这项研究的参与者。]
2.B [词句猜测题。划线词上文“The multilingual children all demonstrated better executive function than their counterparts who spoke just one language, regardless of whether they were on the autism spectrum.(无论是否患有自闭症谱系障碍,会说多种语言的儿童在执行功能方面都比只说一种语言的同龄人表现得更好。)”指出讲多种语言的儿童在执行功能上比讲一种语言的好;结合划线词所在句中“in multilingual kids with ASD(在患有自闭症谱系障碍的多语种儿童中)”以及下文“These kids had much better selfcontrol than those who only spoke one language and had ASD.(这些孩子比那些只会说一种语言并患有自闭症的孩子有更好的自我控制能力。)”可知,划线词所在句子指的是“但是这种效果在患有自闭症谱系障碍的多语种儿童中更为明显”,salient的意思是“更明显的,更显著的”,和B项“Noticeable.(明显的)”意思相近。]
3.C [推理判断题。根据第四段中“These kids had much better selfcontrol than those who only spoke one language and had ASD.(这些孩子比那些只会说一种语言并患有自闭症的孩子有更好的自我控制能力。)”以及第六段中“‘If you have to balance two languages, you have to control one in order to use the other,’ said Lucina Uddin, who was a professor at the University of Miami during the research.‘That's the idea.The ability to stop yourself from doing something might be strengthened by knowing two languages.’(‘如果你必须平衡两种语言,你必须控制一种语言,才能使用另一种语言,’研究期间在迈阿密大学任教的露西娜·乌丁(Lucina Uddin)教授表示:‘这就是我们的观点。掌握两种语言可能会增强人们自我控制行为的能力,使自己不再去做某些事情。’)”可推知,会说多种语言的儿童自控能力更好。]
4.D [推理判断题。根据最后一段“Encouraging multilingualism at home could benefit kids with autism spectrum disorders, the researchers conclude, and could even provide a ‘natural intervention’ for some types of executive function.(研究人员得出结论,鼓励在家中使用多种语言可能对患有自闭症谱系障碍的儿童有益,甚至可以为某些类型的执行功能提供‘自然干预’。)”可推知,研究人员对鼓励自闭症儿童在家使用多种语言的态度是支持的。]
Ⅱ.应用文写作(建议信)
假如你是李华,你的笔友Frank给你发来邮件说最近他发现自己在与人沟通上遇到了一些困惑,向你请教如何进行有效交流。请你给Frank回复邮件,要点包括:
1.有效沟通的重要性;
2.给出建议。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Frank,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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Dear_Frank,
Hope_this_letter_finds_you_well! I'm sorry to hear about your confusion in communication.Effective communication is key to building trust and understanding in relationships, whether with family, friends or colleagues — it bridges gaps and fosters deeper connections.
Here are some tips.First, listen actively: focus on others' words without interrupting, and nod to show you're engaged.Second, express yourself clearly: use simple language and avoid ambiguity.Finally, pay attention to body language — smiles and eye contact can make others feel respected.
Just give it a try! Let me know if these help.
Yours,
Li_Hua
Ⅲ.读后续写
[话题 让图书馆重焕生机]
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。
The old community library on Pine Street was a place frozen in time. For seventeenyearold Liam, it was simply a shortcut on his way home, a dusty building he barely noticed. The windows were cloudy, and the onceinviting flower beds out front were now overgrown with weeds. It had been like this for years, a silent, forgotten corner of the neighborhood.
Everything changed when a new young librarian, Ms. Anya, arrived. She had bright ideas and boundless energy, but a tiny budget. One Saturday, Liam saw her struggling alone, trying to move a heavy bookshelf. Sweat dripped from her forehead. On impulse, Liam stepped in to help. After they managed to shift the shelf, Ms. Anya smiled gratefully. “Thank you! I'm trying to get this place ready for the Children's Reading Week, but there's just so much to do,” she sighed, looking around the cluttered room.
Liam felt a pang of sympathy. Later that day, the image of Ms. Anya working alone wouldn't leave him. He remembered how his own little cousin loved stories but had nowhere nice to go in their neighborhood. He decided he had to do something. That evening, he posted a message in the community chat group: “The library needs our help. Who's free this weekend to give it a cleanup?” He included a picture of the messy interior.
The next morning, Liam arrived at the library, unsure if anyone would come. He waited for ten anxious minutes. Then, to his surprise, he saw his classmate Mei carrying a bucket of cleaning supplies. “I saw your post. I love this old place,” she said. Soon after, Mr. Evans, a retired painter who lived down the street, arrived with his brushes. “Heard you need a hand, son,” he boomed. A few more neighbors, young and old, trickled in, armed with tools and goodwill. They weeded the garden, wiped the windows, and sorted through piles of books.
注意:1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
As the sun began to set, the tired but happy volunteers looked at their achievement.________________________________________________________________________
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On the first day of the Children's Reading Week, the library was buzzing with life.
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As the sun began to set, the tired but happy volunteers looked at their achievement. The windows sparkled, allowing the evening light to flood the oncedim room. The books were neatly organized on clean shelves, and the air smelled fresh. Mr. Evans had even painted a beautiful mural of storybook characters on one wall. Ms. Anya's eyes were filled with tears of gratitude. “I couldn't have done this without you all,” she said. Liam felt a warm glow inside and a sense of shared purpose and pride.
On the first day of the Children's Reading Week, the library was buzzing with life. Dozens of children sat on the clean floor, their eyes wide with wonder as Ms. Anya read them a story. Parents chatted happily in the bright reading corner. The air was filled with laughter and the sound of turning pages. Seeing the joy on the children's faces, Liam understood the true meaning of their labor. It wasn't just about cleaning a building; it was about building connections and creating a warm, welcoming space for everyone. He knew this was just the beginning of their community's new story.
[语篇解读] 本文以社区旧图书馆的变迁为线索展开,讲述了17岁的利亚姆原本对破旧的社区图书馆毫不在意,新图书管理员安雅小姐的努力让他心生同情,他发起社区志愿活动,邻居们纷纷参与,一起清理、修缮图书馆,最终让图书馆重焕生机,成为社区温暖聚集地的故事。
[详解]
1.段落续写:
①由第一段首句内容可知,第一段写志愿者们的努力让图书馆焕然一新,安雅小姐满心感激,利亚姆也收获了自豪与归属感。
②由第二段首句内容可知,第二段写孩子们和家长们齐聚图书馆,氛围热闹温馨,利亚姆领悟到志愿活动的真正意义。
2.续写线索:查看成果——图书馆焕新——安雅感激——利亚姆自豪——阅读周开幕——氛围热闹——领悟意义
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