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2024中考英语热点时文阅读理解训练文章导读阅读理解A篇:新版ChatGPT能说会看！B篇：“小土豆”变“小金豆”：人才与科技助力湖北恩施乡村振兴.C篇：嫦娥六号：人类首次月背“挖土”有多难?D篇：参加模拟联合国，培养国际视野与多元技能。

E篇：要警惕大数据算法制造的“信息茧房”F篇：历史电影需要还原历史吗？G篇：生活中“大算法”无处不在，我们如何抵制让我们单一化的趋势。

A 阅读理解ChatGPT now has an upgrade (升级) with its new AI model, GPT-4o.But why “o”? It stands for “omni”, which means it can do “all things” in “all ways”. It is stronger than any of the GPT models that came before it.GPT-4o can understand orders through voice, text or images . It can also give answers in all these types of media, said its maker OpenAI. When chatting with you, it can respond as fast as a person can. “Talking to a computer has never felt really natural for me; now it does,” said OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in a blog post.The new model may become your “new best friend” as it can help you with many things. It can teach you new languages, summarize a meeting and translate things really fast. But most helpful of all, GPT-4o can be your personal teacher.In a video on the OpenAI website, GPT-4o helped a boy named Imran Khan with a math problem. Instead of giving him the answer, it asked, “Do you remember the formula (公式)?” This helped Khan think step by step. When Khan made mistakes, GPT-4o gave hints (提示) and let him try again, instead of just telling him the answer. These abilities are making lots of people think and talk about the power of GPT-4o. “Teachers give classes to many students at the same time. Now with AI, each person’s learning experience is tailored (定制) to their requirements. It fits what a student needs,” a viewer of the video wrote online. But others also worry it might take away some teachers’ jobs.Still, many people see hope. If used right, GPT-4o can give more support to people like the blind or those feeling lonely, Emma Darcy, who works at Denbigh High School in the UK, told Forbes.1. You can communicate with GPT-4o through_____.a. textb. voicec. imaginationd. imagese. videosA. abcB. abdC. bcdD. cde2. Sam Altman’s words showed that _____.A. GPT-4o is as smart as a humanB. talking to AI is still impossibleC. GPT-4o can replace mediaD. GPT-4o made big progress3. How does GPT-4o help Imran Khan with his math problem in the video?A. By giving him the answer directly.B. By guiding him step by step.C. By telling him the key formula.D. By pointing out his mistakes.4. What is people’s worry about GPT-4o according to the story?A. It may make some teachers lose their jobs.B. It may help students cheat in exams.C. It may totally change our education.D. It helps students learn independently.5. What good side does Emma Darcy see in GPT-4o?A. It can create more jobs for society.B. It can help blind or lonely people.C. It can upgrade our school education.D. It can make people work faster.B 阅读理解Li Jing is from Maotianping village in Cuijiaba, a town in the Enshi Tujia and Miao autonomous prefecture (自治州) of Hubei. She was one of the first in her community to go after higher education.Following the call of rural revitalization (乡村振兴), after graduation, Li decided to return to her village in 2022. The 29-year-old now serves as the director assistant to the village secretary of the Maotianping Village Committee. Her role focuses on improving the quality of life for her fellow villagers.Rural revitalization is a key part of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), set as a national strategy to draw talent to rural areas.Enshi heavily depends on agriculture and most of its farmers grow potatoes. Li and her colleagues’ jobs include communicating with the villagers and making potatoes grow better. “We often hold meetings in the village square, where we share ideas on potato planting techniques , market trends and more,” Li said.To sell more potatoes to places outside their village, the young people there choose to do livestreaming. “Video-sharing platforms like Douyin have greatly broadened our reach, increasing the popularity and sales of our small potatoes,” Li said.Along with other methods, such as e-commerce (电商) platforms like Meituan, the money made from potato sales each year has risen from 1,000 yuan to 20,000 yuan, according to Li.Emphasis has been placed on the quality of the potatoes. Li’s team created positions like potato managers, similar to marketing and sales specialists. There’s even a role as a potato appraiser (鉴定人), picking the best-looking potatoes for sale.In the near future, Li hopes to continue helping villagers raise their potato production and increase their income. She and her team’s long-term plan is to promote urban-rural integration (城乡融合).“I think it’s now called ecological tourism , ecological culture and green industries,” she said.1. What is Li Jing's current position in her village?A. Village SecretaryB. Director of the Village CommitteeC. Director Assistant to the Village SecretaryD. Potato Appraiser2.What does the underlined word “broadened” mean?A. 减少B. 拓展C. 增强D. 加深3. How has the use of video-sharing platforms impacted potato sales in Maotianping village?A. It has led to a decrease in potato sales.B. It has increased the popularity and sales of potatoes.C. It has no significant effect on potato sales.D. It has caused a shift in the types of potatoes grown.4. What is one of the roles created by Li's team to emphasize the quality of potatoes?A. Village SecretaryB. Potato ManagerC. Director AssistantD. Potato Appraiser5. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The importance of higher education in rural areas.B. The role of technology in rural revitalization.C. The economic impact of potato farming in Enshi.D. Li Jing's journey from education to village leadership.C篇：阅读理解What is the far side of the moon like? Dark, cold and empty. But it will soon have a visitor – China’s Chang’e 6 probe (探测器).The Chang’e 6 probe will be the first in the world to take stone and soil samples from the moon’s far side. The probe was launched successfully from Hainan on May 3.Humans have done 10 missions to the moon to bring back moon samples, including China’s Chang’e 5 mission in 2020. However, all these missions so far have visited the side of the moon that faces Earth.Because the moon turns at the same speed as it circles Earth, we can never see the far side of the moon. This makes it hard to stay in contact with any spacecraft that goes there.To help the Chang’e 6 space probe “talk” to Earth, China sent a new relay satellite (中继卫星) called Queqiao 2 into space to travel around the moon, helping send messages back.The Chang’e 6 probe also has new smart tools to help it collect samples better. “Even if the probe loses contact with Earth, it can do important work by itself,” Wang Qiong, deputy chief designer of the Chang’e 6 mission.The Chang’e 6 mission to the moon will take 53 days. During this time, the probe will go into orbit (轨道) around the moon and land in a place called the South Pole-Aitken Basin. It is a huge crater (撞击坑) on the far side of the moon. There, it will collect up to 2 kilograms of stone and soil to bring back to Earth. Scientists will study these samples to learn more about the moon.1. How is Chang’e 6’s mission different from other missions before it?A. People can see where the probe works from Earth.B. The mission will start from the moon’s near side.C. The probe will bring back stone and soil samples.D. The probe will work on the far side of the moon.2. What is the role of Queqiao 2?A. Sending the Chang’e 6 probe into orbit.B. Moving between Earth and the moon.C. Acting as a bridge between Earth and Chang’e 6.D. Helping people on Earth talk on the phone better.3. Why is it challenging to communicate with a spacecraft on the far side of the moon?A. The far side is always dark and cold.B. The far side is out of sight from Earth, making communication difficult.C. The Chang’e 6 probe does not have the necessary communication tools.D. The South Pole-Aitken Basin blocks communication signals.4. What can we learn from the passage?A. The Chang’e 6 mission will last over two months.B. Astronauts will collect 2 kilograms of moon samples.C. We can never see the South Pole-Aitken Basin on Earth.D. The probe completely depends on people’s control.5. What is the main idea of the passage?A. The Chang’e 6 probe is designed to study the moon's orbit.B. The Chang’e 6 mission marks a significant advancement in lunar exploration.C. The Queqiao 2 satellite is essential for space communication.D. The South Pole-Aitken Basin is the only place on the moon worth exploring.D篇：阅读理解From April 20 to 21, 21st Century and Beijing Language and Culture University co-hosted the Seminar on Gen Zer’s Role in Public Diplomacy (Z世代公共外交交流会) in Beijing. Over 100 teachers and students from across China gathered to discuss how students can have better public diplomacy skills by taking part in MUN activities.Wei Huacan, a 15-year-old from Qian Xuesen Middle School in Beijing, dreams of becoming a prosecutor (检察官). Having taken part in MUN and relevant activities for many times, he finds MUN super helpful for his future dream.“MUN activities cover lots of topics, not just diplomacy but also law and more. For example, the international court (法庭) in MUN really supports my law studies goals,” said Wei.MUN doesn’t just help students get closer to their big dreams; it also helps them do better in school.Eye-opening experience“MUN activities help students think more logically and quickly, making them better at speaking and debating in public,” said Zhang Lingyun, a teacher from Soochow Foreign Language School in Jiangsu. Her school has a special MUN class for students, with an MUN club for hands-on experience.Chen Wuyue, a student at Hangzhou Foreign Languages School in Zhejiang, has been taking part in MUN since grade 7.“When I represented other countries, I stand in their shoes to think and speak. This helps me form my own ideas, instead of just learning from books,” she said. Chen feels that MUN has opened her eyes to what’s happening all over the world, helping her look further than what’s just in the textbooks.Bridging the gapAs a fantastic way for young people to learn skills, MUN is growing fast in China. Take China Daily MUN (CDMUN) as an example. It covers over 200 schools across 26 provinces, autonomous regions and special administrative regions in China, according to Hu Linhui, director of the Training Department at 21st Century.CDMUN has helped schools in the east and west across China talk and learn more from each other. “Schools in the west are now using MUN to help mix different subjects together,just like schools in the east do,” said Hu.“This program has bridged the gap between schools and promoted educational fairness among different places.”１.What was the main topic of the Seminar on Gen Zer’s Role in Public Diplomacy?A. How to improve debate skills in students.B. How to improve students’ public diplomacy skills.C. How to increase logical thinking among students.D. The history and importance of public diplomacy.２.Why does Wei Huacan find MUN activities helpful for his future dream?A. Because he enjoys traveling to different countries.B. Because MUN activities cover topics related to law.C. Because he wants to become a teacher.D. Because he likes to read international court cases.３.What does Zhang Lingyun believe MUN activities can help students with?A. Improve their logical thinking and public speaking skills.B. Learn more about international diplomacy.C. Become better at writing essays.D. Gain more knowledge about different cultures.４.What does a underlined sentence express the Chen Wuyue 's meaning?A. We should speak and think properly.B. Standing and speaking are also correct.C. We also need to speak and think from the others’ viewsD. Book knowledge is important but social practice is more important.５.What is the main idea of the passage?A. MUN is a platform for students to learn about international relations.B. CDMUN is the largest MUN program in China.C. The Seminar on Gen Zer’s Role in Public Diplomacy was a huge success.D. MUN activities are beneficial for students' personal and academic development.E篇：阅读理解Have you ever felt like you’re in your own small world, where everything you hear or see just makes you more sure of what you already think? It’s like being in an “echo chamber (信息茧房)” – a place where your own ideas keep coming back to you, and you don’t hear any different ones. This isn’t something new, but with everyone on social media, it’s happening a lot more now.Echo chambers are like invisible (看不见的) rooms on the internet where everyone agrees with you. Think about how people used to sit around a fire, telling stories that made everyone else all nod and smile. Now, we have the internet – our modern-day fire – where platforms let people from all over the world share their thoughts. Social media platforms know exactly what we like. That’s thanks to very clever algorithms (算法) - sets of rules that computers follow to figure out what you enjoy based on what you click on, like, and share online. These algorithms watch what we do on the internet to show us more information that matches our interests and even what our friends like.But, being in echo chambers can be a bit tricky (棘手的). They make us feel good because we’re surrounded by views we agree with, but they also make us see the world in a very limited way. This can make our opinions very fixed and make it hard for us to understand people who think differently. It might even make us feel more separated and worried because everyone outside our “bubble ” seems so different.Luckily, there are ways to break free from echo chambers. One big step is to challenge ourselves by looking for information from different sources . This means exploring more diverse or different things on the internet, reading different kinds of stories, and talking to people with other views. Also, ask questions about where information comes from, double-check facts and be open-minded. In this way, we can make sure we understand the wider world a lot better.1.What does the term “echo chamber” refer to?A. A physical room where people share stories.B. A place on the internet where everyone agrees with you.C. A social media platform for sharing personal ideas.D. A modern-day tool for telling stories around a fire.2.What role do algorithms play in creating echo chambers?A. They connect people with different views.B. They encourage people to share more stories.C. They promote diverse discussions on the internet.D. They limit the type of information people see.3 What might be a reason someone feels separated and worried in an echo chamber?A. They are unable to share their own stories.B. They are unable to access social media platforms.C. They don't have enough diverse information.D. They feel that everyone outside their bubble is very different.4. What can be inferred about the author's view on echo chambers?A. The author thinks echo chambers are beneficial for forming opinions.B. The author sees echo chambers as a natural part of social media.C. The author believes echo chambers can be limiting and should be avoided.D. The author thinks echo chambers are necessary for sharing personal ideas.5.What is the main idea of the passage?A. The history and development of social media platforms.B. The concept and effects of echo chambers on social media.C. The importance of algorithms in shaping our online experience.D. Strategies for promoting diverse discussions on the internet.F篇：阅读理解History is a tricky puzzle. It's dug up, written down and argued over. People always say that only the winners ever really get a say, and it's quite hard for historians to uncover the complete truth without any errors or bias.So what happens when history meets films? Can a Hollywood film get the history right and make an entertaining piece of art?Oscar winner Oppenheimer (《奥本海默》) sets a good example. In the film, the conversation between Oppenheimer and Albert Einstein by the lake is not historically accurate, but it feels natural in the whole story, and it serves as the icing on the cake (锦上添花), according to The Paper.There are many other examples like Oppenheimer. Usually, in a two-hour film, it is impossible to show the main character's entire complicated life. To make the story fun and dramatic, film makers need to take essential elements (元素) of the original history and create a new fiction. It's an inevitable and necessary choice.Meanwhile , the film Napoleon (《拿破仑》) shows that not all changes can be helpful. Many people think that the fictional parts of the film make the whole story messy since the storylines of war and love are both done poorly.There are many other examples of successful historical fiction films. It's possible that the very lack of historical precision (准确性) in these films, apart from the historical setting and character names, contributes to their greatness. They can present an attractive story set in a period that continues to be widely discussed in today's world. Whether you're into history or not, it's difficult to deny the emotional power these films bring to the screen.According to The Guardian, historical fiction becomes successful when the film provides an enjoyable experience, instead of aiming for strict historical accuracy. A historical film should be regarded as a work of historical fiction rather than a strict history lesson. Also, it seems unfair to ask that filmmakers strictly follow historians' events when historians often disagree among themselves.1.What is the main challenge historians face when uncovering history?A. The lack of physical evidence.B. The complexity of historical events.C. The bias of the winners' accounts.D. The difficulty of finding written records.2. How does the film Oppenheimer handle historical inaccuracies?A. It avoids creating fictional elements.B. It blends a non-factual conversation seamlessly.C. It focuses on the main character's entire life.D. It prioritizes historical accuracy over entertainment.3.What can be inferred about the film Napoleon?A. It is an example of a successful historical fiction film.B. It is praised for its accurate historical portrayal.C. Its fictional parts are considered to be chaotic.D. It focuses on the main character's emotional journey.4.What does The Guardian suggest about historical fiction films?A. They should always be historically accurate.B. They should be entertaining rather than strictly accurate.C. They should not be considered as works of art.D. They should only be made by professional historians.5. What is the main idea of the passage?A. History is difficult to interpret accurately.B. Hollywood films cannot represent history correctly.C. Filmmakers should follow historians' accounts strictly.D. Historical fiction films should be entertaining and emotionally powerful.G篇：阅读理解Do you know that our lives are actually controlled by something called algorithms? But do we really get how they change the things we like and who we are?In a book called "Filterworld: How Algorithms Make Our Culture All the Same," a person named Kyle Chayka talks about how these smart computer rules, or algorithms, are on websites like Instagram and Spotify. They make our culture very same-y. What we like doesn't just come from us, but from these computer rules that want to keep us looking at our screens all the time. If what we like helps make us who we are, then this could be a bigger problem for how we think and feel than we think. Just mindlessly scrolling on Netflix or TikTok might not seem like a big deal, but after a while, we might forget what we really like.These taste-making computer rules are hard to escape. Chayka shows us this by talking about how they are in every part of life: like what we see on TikTok, where we eat when we use Google Maps, the music we listen to on Spotify, and even who we might want to go on a date with on Tinder. This world where computer rules make our decisions can change a lot of things about how we live and move around our towns and cities. It makes everything kind of flat and the same. No one can avoid this Filterworld completely.If you're lucky and don't have to use these computer rules for your work or school, you might be able to take a break from them sometimes. But what if your friend tells you about a movie they saw on the internet or you want to buy some shoes because everyone is wearing them after seeing them in an ad? It can feel like there's nothing you can do.But even though this Filterworld is hard to get away from, there is still hope. You can start by paying more attention to the things you choose to watch or listen to. This could mean learning more about a movie you saw or giving money to an artist you like. Even just telling a friend about a music album you think they might like is better than just mindlessly watching random stuff on TikTok. As Chayka says, to fight against these computer rules, "you have to really want to and choose to live your life in a different way."1. What does the term "algorithms" refer to in the context of the article?A. Rules that control our daily routines.B. Computer programs that decide what we see online.C. Games that we play on websites like Instagram.D. Ways to calculate our preferences in math.2. What is Kyle Chayka’s opinion on algorithms?A. They improve our tastes.B. They make our culture more alike.C. They help to identify our personality.D. They contribute to psychological problems.3. What might be a reason someone would feel helpless in the context of the article?A. They cannot understand how algorithms work.B. They are unable to stop using their favorite social media.C. They see a movie recommended by a friend on the internet.D. They want to buy shoes because of a social media advertisement.4. Which of the following is a way to resist the impact of algorithms?A. Limiting the use of social media platforms.B. Making choices based on friends’ suggestions.C. Getting more involved with the selected media.D. Disconnecting from social media advertisements.5. What is the best title for the text?A. Algorithms: Cultural TakeoverB. The Secret of AlgorithmsC. Social Media: Cultural MessengerD. The Rise of Digital Platforms— 11—。

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练-初中英语时文阅读03(解析版)

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练-初中英语时文阅读3文章导读阅读理解A篇：李白与杜甫同台作诗？现代人形机器人有了巨大的发展。

B篇：虚拟服务，为用户提供了更多的选择和便利。

你需要吗？C篇：启迪心灵的故事——心动不如行动，一个实干家胜过百个梦想家。

D篇：元宇宙国家——图瓦卢计划成为首个元宇宙国家。

E篇：自日本核排海后，中国“内陆海鲜”火出圈儿。

阅读回答问题：国漫和电视剧—中国传统文化在国漫和电视剧中得到传承和创新，中国传统文化也滋养中国国漫和电视剧。

语法填空：A《史记》---- 向我们呈现鲜活的历史人物完形填空：中国传统故事——高山流水，知音难遇。

A，阅读理解Technology has brought ancient poets “back to life”. At the World Robot Conference 2023 in late August in Beijing, there were two robots that looked like the Chinese poets Li Bai and Du Fu. While Li Bai was holding up a cup of wine, Du Fu was sitting at a desk, writing.These are called bionic (仿生的) robots. The robot’s skin is usually made of silicone (硅胶),CGTN explained in a video about Liaoning-based producer EXROBOTS. The robot’s skin is very soft. You can even see veins (血管) under the skin.Another human-like robot also attracted attention recently. It was created by US company Apptronik. Named Apollo, it has around 30 muscles (肌肉). For now, the robot can only make simple movements, such as walking and waving . The robot’s head has cameras and sensors (传感器) inside. They can help it map out a 360-degree view (景象) of its environment. They also help the robot keep balance when walking on unstable (不稳定的) surfaces.Nowadays, bionic human-like robots mostly work with humans, such as by being tour guides or helpingvisitors at front desks. This could be because people are comfortable living and working with machines that look and act like them. They can “strike a chord (引起共鸣) with people,” a US robotics scientist Marc Raibert told New Yorker.As more human-like robots come out, safety will be the key, according to the Robot Report website. When a 70-kilogram robot breaks down and falls, humans nearby may get hurt.1. What does “brought ancient poets ‘back to life’” mean in Paragraph 1?A. Technology can make ancient poets come back to life.B. The robots looked and acted like real ancient poets.C. Visitors can experience real ancient life with new technology.D. The robots can create better poems than poets.2. The skin of robots made by EXROBOTS shows _____.A. how human-like their robots areB. how soft the robot’s skin isC. what the robot’s skin is made fromD. how different it is from other robots3. What can Apollo do with built-in sensors?A. Wave at humans.B. Walk stably.C. Know human faces.D. Draw attention.4. In which situation can bionic robots help you now?A. When you want someone to repair your car.B. When you want someone to travel with you.C. When you don’t want to do housework.D. When you want to know the floor information of a building.5. What do people worry about with human-like robots?A. Users may fall in love with the robots.B. Human-like robots look scary.C. The robots’ weight may cause problems.D. The robots may get out of control.【答案】BABDC【解析】本文介绍人形机器人的一些应用和特点。

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练初中英语时文阅读04(原卷版)

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练-初中英语时文阅读4文章导读阅读理解A篇：杭州亚运会：向“绿”而行，和谐共生。

B篇：别具特色这些亚运项目。

C篇：有偿“嘴替”“代骂”是违法行为。

D篇：直播间的“泼天的富贵”能否持续留住流量，【79元套餐】是国货品牌适应新营销环境和新消费群体的新突破，而流量狂欢后如何变长红，仍然是众多国货品牌要思考的问题。

E篇：国庆节几部电影的介绍。

《雄兵出击》《坚如磐石》《莫斯科行动》等F篇：“抱树”真能治内耗？来看背后的科学原理语法填空：梁朝伟荣获威尼斯电影节终身成就奖。

阅读理解：国学故事——上善若水。

A 阅读理解“Green Games” became a calling card for the 19th Asian Games, which were held from Sept 23 to Oct 8 in Hangzhou and five other cities in Zhejiang.To make the Games the world’s first waste-free sporting event, green energy sources were used at all 56 competition venues (场馆).Some of the renewable (可再生的) electricity used at the venues was photovoltaic energy (光伏能源), transmitted (传输) from areas such as Qinghai and Gansu. Another source was wind power which was made in areas including the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.A digital management platform was also started to help achieve carbon neutrality (碳中和) during the Asian Games. On the platform, digital technologies were used for managing carbon emissions (排放) from venues in the six cities where the Games were held. The technologies included data collection and emissions reduction (减排) and evaluation.Among all of the Games’ 56 competition venues, just 12 were newly built. The rest were existing facilities (设施) repaired as part of the organizers’ mission of sustainability (持续性).The Shangcheng Sports Centre Stadium, the venue used for soccer events at the Games, was first built in 2019.During the venue’s renovation, its solar-film ceiling and spectator (观众) seating – both of which had been used for 14 years but remained in good condition – were kept after being scientifically assessed (评估). This helped to reduce building costs by nearly 8 million yuan.The race track of Chun’an Jieshou Sports Centre’s velodrome (自行车赛场) was covered with 374 interchangeable components (部件) which can continue to use after the competition ended.Zhejiang also improved public entry to the venues and hosted sports events in them. During the one-year delay (推迟) of the Games due to the pandemic, the venues were put aside but still kept in use. Since May 2022, all of the available venues have received 10 million visits, allowing the public to experience the world-class facilities.These venues will continue to be used for sports and public fitness after the Games. Venue owners and operators have developed post-games plans for 51 venues.1.What kind of renewable energy sources were used at the competition venues?A Solar energy and wind powerB Hydroelectric power and geothermal energyC Biomass and tidal energyD Nuclear power and natural gas2.What was the goal of the 19th Asian Games in terms of waste management?A. To use green energy sources at all competition venuesB. To achieve carbon neutrality during the GamesC. To repair and renovate existing facilitiesD. To reduce building costs for venues3.How many of the competition venues were newly built for the 19th Asian Games?A. 12B. 56C. 51D. The article does not mention it.4.Why did the organizers keep the solar-film ceiling and spectator seating of the Shangcheng Sports Centre Stadium?A. They were newly built and modern.B. They were in good condition.C. They were technologically advanced.D. The article does not mention the reason.5.What will happen to the venues after the Games?A. They will be demolished.B. They will be used for sports and public fitness.C. They will be sold to other countries.D. The article does not mention it.B 阅读理解On Sept 24, at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, people burst into thunderous (雷鸣般的) cheers after China’s Tong Xin finished a difficult move. For the move, she had to make a 540-degree turn. In the end, she won the women’s taijiquan and taijijian all-round gold (女子太极拳太极剑全能金牌) at the sports event.Tong’s slow but strong actions with her sword (剑) showed perfectly Chinese wushu’s beautiful mix of soft and hard moves. As a sport showing regional (区域的) culture, wushu was included in the Asian Games in 1990. Apart from wushu, many other special sports from different Asian areas were also seen at the sports event, making it a party of folk cultures. Kabaddi (卡巴迪) and sepak takraw (藤球) are two examples.Kabaddi (卡巴迪) is a folk sport from India and has a history of more than 4,000 years. As the athletic form (竞技版) of the game “eagle (老鹰) catching chickens”, kabaddi needs nothing but an area that is 13 meters long and 10 meters wide.Sepak takraw first became popular in Southeast Asia. It is similar to the traditional Chinese game of shuttlecock kicking (踢毽子). Players need to use their feet, head, knees and other parts of their body to move the ball. It is also called “kick volleyball”.Although the Asian Games don’t include as many countries as the Olympic Games, they have even more events, especially the ones born out of the Asian region. This makes it really unique.As Chinese President Xi Jinping said at the event’s opening ceremony (开幕式), “The 19th Asian Games have included many disciplines (项目) with distinctive (有特色的) Asian features. It provides a platform (舞台) to celebrate sports and culture, and showcases Asian culture that is inclusive (包容的), vibrant (充满活力的) and always keen (渴望的) to learn from others.”1.What gold medal did Tong Xin win at the Asian Games?A. Women’s wushuB. Women’s taijiquanC. Women’s kabaddiD. Women’s sepak takraw2. What is the story mainly about?A. The game results as of Sept 24.B. Chinese wushu athlete Tong Xin.C. The newly invented sports games.D. Regional sports in the Asian Games.3. What do we know about Kabaddi?A. It is a new game created in India.B. It looks like a traditional Chinese kid’s game.C. It has a high requirement for the playing area.D. It is very popular in Asia.4. What’s the meaning of having folk sports in the Asian Games?a. To introduce new sports to the world.b. To celebrate regional sports and culture.c. To showcase unique Asian culture.d. To highlight Asian features.e. To show the athletes’ sporting spirit.A. abcB. bcdC. bdeD. cdeC，阅读理解Recently, people online have been selling verbal abuse (言语辱骂) “services”. An internet user pays the seller some money to abuse the victim (受害者) through social media. However, this is not right or legal.To know more about this, Teens talked to Xing Junxia, a lawyer at the S&P Law Firm in Beijing.In life, we may say bad words to people we don’t like. If it gets serious, it becomes verbal abuse. “The act of verbal abuse violates (侵犯) the victim’s rights,” Xing said. “These words usually hurt the victim’s right to reputation (名誉权), which can lead to civil liability (民事责任).” The attacker (攻击者) should stop this right away. He or she should also formally (正式地) say sorry to the victim. This is to cut down the influence of the abuse.Xing pointed out that both the attacker and the payer should bear civil liability because they do it together.In more serious situations, the attacker will face administrative penalties (行政处罚). A man in Qiqihar, Heilongjiang, who ran an online verbal abuse “service” and had abused 25 people, was recently caught. Although he knew it was illegal, he believed it was an easy way to make money. In the end, he was fined (处罚) 500 yuan and handed over all of the illegal money he had got.In the most serious situations, Xing said, verbal abuse can make the victim ill. The attacker should then face criminal liability (刑事责任). It means that he or she may spend time in prison (监狱), said Xing.1. If you are abused verbally, you can legally _____.A. ask the attacker for some moneyB. ask the attacker to stop and say sorryC. post the attacker’s acts onlineD. beat the attacker2. Who is at fault in the case of selling verbal abuse “service”?A. Only the attacker.B. Only the payer.C. Both the attacker and the payer.D. The attacker, the payer and the victim.3. The example in Paragraph 5 mainly shows us _____.A. that the payer won’t face a penaltyB. that the attacker is only fined in serious casesC. the reason for “selling” verbal abuseD. the result of running verbal abuse “service”4. What is the main idea of the story?A. Selling services online is illegal.B. Verbal abuse can hurt others physically.C. We should use laws to protect ourselves.D. Verbal abuse is law-breaking.D，阅读理解Do you know about Bee & Flower? It was once a well-known hair care brand in China. Many brands like this have “disappeared” because young people don’t know about them.But recently, some old Chinese brands have made a comeback. It’s a good start, but there’s more to it.In early September, anger over a Chinese makeup brand’s eyebrow pens (眉笔) lit up the internet. Some people thought that they were too expensive as it cost 79 yuan to get three pens. Shortly after, Bee & Flower started to sell three large bottles of hair care products for the same price. It showed that Chinese products could still be cost-effective (划算的).Many Chinese brands took their chance by selling through livestreaming (直播). What’s more, they also helped sell each other’s products. For example, hosts of sports brand Erke washed their hair with Bee & Flower products on Sept 13.Many people can’t stop buying these products. Why? For one thing, they think that the products of these Chinese brands are good to use and don’t cost much. Also, it makes buyers feel proud. They can help these old brands “come back to life” by buying the products. Buyers believe in these brands and will use their money to help them grow.However, livestreaming events should only be a start. How can brands keep people interested? Good products with good prices. The brands shouldn’t take advantage of (利用) people’s trust. They should turn it into a reason to make their products better.1. Which of the following can take the place of the word “disappeared”?A. shown upB. looked upC. given awayD. gone away2. What gave Bee & Flower the chance to sell their products?A. There was a big activity for online shopping.B. It became a well-known hair care brand in China.C. The products of Chinese brands became more popular.D. People were discussing expensive eyebrow pens.3. What happened during the livestreaming of some Chinese brands?A. They sold their products at a higher price.B. They helped sell the goods of other brands.C. They sold all the products in one room.D. The workers washed their hair while doing sports.4. What makes people buy products of Chinese brands?a. Low prices.b. A willingness to help.c. Excellent ads.d. Good products.e. Interesting looks.A. abcB. abdC. bcdD. bde5. What does the writer think according to the last paragraph?A. Chinese brands can only be popular for a while.B. Livestreaming is a good way to keep brands popular.C. It is smart to use people’s trust to keep them interested.D. The brands should set good prices for their products.E，阅读理解What movies are you going to watch during the National Day holiday? Teens picks four movies to fill up your holiday with great stories. Whether if you like comedic movies, or movies that are more real, you can find what’s right for you.Lose to Win《好像也没那么热血沸腾》Under the Light (《坚如磐石》)The Great War(《志愿军：雄兵出击》)Operation Moscow1.Who is the director of the movie “93 International Train Robbery: Operation Moscow”?A. Chen KaigeB. Zhang YimouC. Wei GuozhengD. Qiu Litao2.When is the movie “Lose to Win” released?A. Sept 26B. Sept 27C. Sept 28D. Sept 293.What is the genre of the movie “Under the Light”?A. ComedyB. SportsC. WarD. Crime4.What is the focus of the movie “The Great War”?A. Basketball team overcoming disabilitiesB. Crime and illegal tradesC. Chinese efforts in the war against US aggressionD. Cross-border pursuit5. Where may this article be from？A．A sports magazine B. A film magazine C. a crime novel D. An advertisementF，阅读理解Feel down? Hug a tree! Recently, many Chinese young people have turned to trees to help with their stress. Although it sounds strange, there’s a science behind the act of tree-hugging.It can be explained by the “biophilia hypothesis (亲生命假说)”. It was pointed out by US scientist Edward Wilson in 1984. He said that humans are born to love being around other living things. Humans’ love for nature is “in our DNA”. This idea helps to explain why people prefer natural, green views to city views. It’s also one of the reasons why people love cute pets.Some studies have looked into why tree-hugging can help with our health. A study in 2021 reported that the activity can increase oxytocin (催产素). It’s a hormone responsible for feelings. The higher the level of oxytocin is, the calmer and happier you may be. Hugging trees for only 21 seconds can lead to an increase in oxytocin.Another hormone called cortisol (皮质醇) is a marker of stress. The brain produces more cortisol when the person is anxious (焦虑的), angry, or very sad. Hugging trees helps cut cortisol production, which makes us feel better.Although the activity is helpful to us, it’s important to keep in mind that we shouldn’t hurt nature while doing it. Trees often hold valuable ecosystems (生态环境). Many small creatures live on the tree – and they are too small to be seen. You may want to be gentle when hugging trees – just like how you hug a friend!1. Which of the following can be explained by the “biophilia hypothesis”?A. People feel relaxed in parks.B. People like doing exercises.C. People love visiting historical sites.D. People like to live in cities.2. How might people feel with a lower hormone oxytocin?A. They might feel calm and happy.B. They might feel angry and sad.C. They might feel relaxed and scared.D. They might feel happy and sad.3. What is the right relationship between the hormone cortisol and our feelings?A. We feel sadder with a lower level of cortisol.B. We feel angrier with a lower level of cortisol.C. We feel more stressed with a higher level of cortisol.D. We feel much happier with a higher level of cortisol.4. What can we learn from the story?A. Hugs give people energy.B. The “biophilia hypothesis” is partly wrong.C. Tree-hugging is harmful to the environment.D. Hugging trees in the right way helps reduce stress.语法填空Hong Kong actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai received a very important award (奖项) – the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement (终身成就金狮奖) at the 80th Venice Film Festival On Sept 2. He’s the first Chinese actor ____1_____(get) this award.Leung cried when ______2______(receive) the award, saying that he wanted to share the award with everyone _____3____ has helped him in his 41-year acting career.This award recognizes Leung’s long list of famous works. He ____4_____(become) a film star in Hong Kong in the 1980s and got famous around the world for _____5_____(he )acting in award-winning films like Chungking Express (《重庆森林》) and In the Mood for Love (《花样年华》), which _____6_______( direct) by Wong Kar-wai.Leung is also known _____7____(介词) being in big blockbusters (大片). For example, he plays an undercover agent (卧底) in the Hong Kong crime classic Infernal Affairs (《无间道》). He has also been in director Zhang Yimou’s martial arts (武术) film Hero (《英雄》), which stands as one of_____8_________ （successful）Chinese films in North America.Famous director, Ang Lee, described Leung as “a director’s dream” _____9_______（连词）he can show complicated (复杂的) feelings just with his eyes. “He can say more in one look than many actors can with a full monologue (独角戏),” Lee said.Leung’s next film, Silent Friend (《寂静的朋友》), ____10______（start ）filming in April 2024. Leung will play a scientist and work with filmmakers from Germany, France and Hungary to show a story across different countries. The world’s audience (观众) is looking forward to another fresh and touching performance by Leung.国学故事What is the best virtue (美德)? What can we learn from water? Laozi, a famous Chinese philosopher (哲学家)A Chinese teacher called Zhen Daqian from a high school in Beijing gave further explanation: Laozi tells us the top character is just like water. All life in the world cannot live without water, but water never asks for anything in return. It just keeps giving quietly. Also, water often stays where people don’t like, such us low-lying wetlands and deserted valleys (空旷的山谷). This kind of low profile (低调) makes water the closest to the law of the universe. It seems that we have always taken qualities like bravery and strength as great virtues, but we should not forget what water has taught us.In dealing with people, we can act as water. Do our best to help others without trying to get fame or benefit. At the same time, stay modest (谦虚的). It’s unwise to always talk about the favors you gave to others. Even if no one cares about you in a difficult situation, you need to stay calm. After all, water will not choose where to be, it just flows to where it is needed.We know that the Chinese nation has always valued Laozi’s ideas about water. In 2014, President Xi Jinping mentioned it at the welcome dinner of the 22nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Beijing. He said APEC members are brought together by the water of the Pacific Ocean and have a shared responsibility to make the Pacific an ocean of peace, friendship and cooperation (合作).1．Which of the following is not the quality of water?A．Low profiles.B．Bravery.C．Giving quietly.D．Never asking for anything in return2．What does the underlined word “disdain” mean?A．like B．hate C．enjoy D．admire3．What is the right way we should act as water in dealing with people?A．Staying proud.B．Helping others for fame and benefit.C．Staying excited in a difficult situation.D．Never talking about the favors you gave to others.4．What’s the main idea of the last paragraph?A．We Chinese nation has always valued Laozi’s ideas about water.B．The water of the Pacific Ocean is very important.C．All the APEC members should cooperate well with each other.D．All the APEC members should keep the peace of the Pacific Ocean. 5．Which of the following could be the best title for this passage?A．Laozi — A Famous Philosopher in ChinaB．Zhen Daqian—A Chinese TeacherC．Water — The Best VirtueD．Goodness — The Word and The World。

初中英语人教新目标七年级2023暑假时文阅读练习(共四组,附参考答案和解析)

七年级英语暑假时文阅读练习班级考号姓名总分（一）【主题语境】著名人物【语篇类型】记叙文September 23rd,2021was the fourth Chinese Farmers' Harvest Festival（中国农民丰收节）.The day before the festival,91-year-old Wu Mingzhu gave her best wishes to all farmers of China.Many people remember the famous scientist Yuan Longping, but few know another scientist Wu Mingzhu.She is a melon expert(专家).She worked in the melon field for more than 60 years, and she has cultivated(培育) more than 30 kinds of melons in China.Born in Wuhan in 1930, Wu finished university in 1953.In 1955, she volunteered to study melon in Xinjiang.She and her team spent three years visiting many places there,collecting over 100 pieces of information about melon.In1984, theycultivated“8424",a high-quality(高品质的）watermelon in China.Thanks to her great work, the cultivation of melon in China has greatly changeD.At the age of 81, she got ill.But even when she was ill.she would care about the study of melon.For her,the best thing in life is to bring the sweetness of melon to the people.【译文】2021年9月23日是第四届中国农民丰收节。

2023高一英语时文阅读训练

2023高一英语时文阅读训练一、阅读理解阅读以下短文，根据短文内容回答问题。

Title: The Rise of the RobotaxiIn recent year, the rise of the robocar industy has rvolutionized the way people travel. With sef-dingtechnology becoming more advenced, companies like Uber and Waymo are testing out robotxis in select ctis.These autonomous vehices promise to rvlutionize the tanspotation industy, making travel safer, fster, andmore convenient.1. What is a robotaxi?Arobotaxis a se-rivin vehice that can tansport pssengers without a human diver. Tesevehicles aredesigned to navigate roads safely and efcienty,providing a convenient and cost- ffective aitermative to traditional taxis and private cars.2. How does a robotaxi work?A robotxi uses a combnation of sensors cameras, and agorithms to navigate roads stely. It uses high.resolution maps and real-time data to determine the best route and avoid obstales. The vehicle also hasthebility to communicate with other vehicles and tafff signals to ensure smooth and efcient travel.3. What are the benefits of using a robotaxi?using a rbotaxi has several benefts. fist itis safer than tadtional taxis or prvate cars, as the vehicle isdesigned to avoid acidents and clisis Second, it is more convenient as you can order aride through an app and the vehicle will rive at your location within minutes. Fnally, it is more cot-etective as you cansharethe ride with others or pay based on distance traveled, rather than paying a fixed fare for eachride.4. What are the chalenges facing the robocar industry?The robocar industy faces several callenges. First the technology is stil in its earty stages and needs furtherdevelopment and testing before it can be widely adopted. Second, there are legal and regulatory isues thatneed to be adressed, such as who is responsible in case of an acident or how the vehicle should interact withother road users. Fially, public acceptance is also a callenge, as many people may be reluctant t trustaself-driving vehicle with their safety.5. What is the future of the robocar industry?The future of the robocar industry looks promising. With continued development and testing, it is likely thatself-driving vehicles will become more commonplace in our daily lives. They could revolutionize transportationby providing safer, faster, and more convenient modes of travel. However, it is important to address thechallenges facing the industry to ensure its long-term success.。

时文阅读训练(二)

时文阅读训练专辑（二）【记叙类之二】（一）一诺千金①去陕西出差，先到一个很偏远的小镇，接着坐汽车去村里。

路凹凸不平特难走。

沿着盘山公路转悠，没多久我就开始晕车，吐得一塌糊涂。

后来翻过了两座高山，过了一条湍急的河，走了一个多小时才好不容易捱到了村里。

②于是我开始忙着拍照，一群小孩子好奇地围着我，该换胶卷了，我随手把空胶卷盒给旁边的一个小孩子，她高兴极了，其他的孩子羡慕地围着看。

看着小孩儿喜欢，我又拆了个胶卷盒给另一个小孩儿，他兴奋得脸都红了。

我又翻翻书包再找出两支圆珠笔分给孩子们，惹得更多的孩子渴望地看着我的书包，我真后悔没多带几支笔。

我拉着一个穿红碎花小褂的女孩儿问：“叫什么呀？”“小翠。

”“有连环画没有？”“没有。

”旁边男孩儿说：“学校只有校长才有本字典。

”“姐姐回北京给你们寄连环画来，上面有猫和老鼠打架，小鸭子变成天鹅的故事。

”听得他们眼睛都直了。

③我拿出笔记本：“记个地址吧。

”“陕西×县李庄小学……”“谁收呢？”“俺姐识字，她收。

”过来一个大一点的女孩儿，“姐姐，写李大翠收。

”“好吧。

”④从陕西又转道去四川、青海。

回北京忙着写报告，译成英文，开汇报会，一晃就是两个月。

一天，偶尔翻到笔记本上的“李大翠”，猛然想起小村子的孩子们。

我犹豫了一下：“孩子们早忘了吧？就是寄过去，也许路上丢了，也许被人拿走了，根本到不了孩子们手里。

”⑤第二天，我还是拜托有孩子的同事带些旧书来。

大家特热情，没几天，我桌上就堆了好几十本，五花八门什么都有：《黑猫警长》、《邋遢大王》、《鼹鼠的故事》、《十万个为什么》、《如何预防近视眼》，居然还有一本《我长大了，我不尿床》，呵呵，是有婴儿的妈妈给的。

从家里找了本《新华字典》，又跑书店买了本《课外游戏300例》，一同寄走了。

⑥快忘了的时候，接到李庄的信：“北京姐姐你好，从你走以后，村里的娃娃天天都说这事儿。

我们经常去镇上的邮局看看，嘱咐那儿的叔叔、婶婶，‘有北京来的信一定要收好啊，那是我们的。

2020年最新时文阅读训练(各种题型,有答案)

2020年最新时文阅读训练（各种题型，有答案）一、完形填空Years ago, the first snow in Beijing came very early at the beginning of November. As the snowflakes fluttered (飘落) lightly and fell onto our coats, it seemed like 1 was here.It was so 2 to see my campus turn into this white world. Building roofs, pathways and sculptures (雕塑) were all covered with snow. Small footprints in the 3 looked like a string of (一串) keys. I couldn’t 4 my excitement when I saw the yellow ginkgo (银杏) trees covered with snow! The ginkgo trees shone in the sun. The mushroom-shaped leaves dropped with a gust of wind. There was no 5 that it was a beautiful scene and I couldn’t 6 taking photos.The playground looked like a white carpet (地毯). During break time, my friends and I happily ran towards it. I came up with the idea to make a 7 . We gathered snow with our hands and made them into big snowballs. Then we put them together to makea snowman. We went crazy 8 snowballs, too. I got9 from head to toe, but I felt so happy. Everyone had big smiles on their faces. The snow made us forget about our worries, and we had so much fun.At the end of our break, I took a photo with my friends and 10 our names in the snow. I wanted to remember this great moment.( )1. A. spring B. summer C. autumn D. winter( )2. A. happy B. exciting C. depressing D. disappointing( )3. A. snow B. rain C. storm D. hurricane( )4. A. clean B. hide C. cover D. believe( )5. A. chance B. need C. way D. doubt( )6. A. wait B. bring C. help D. make( )7. A. snowman B. snowball C. castle D. building( )8. A. sweeping B. throwing C. collecting D. putting( )9. A. wet B. clean C. hot D. warm( )10. A. cut B. read C. wrote D. watchedKeys: 1-5 DBABD 6-10 CABAC二、阅读理解According to CNN, “women still experience pay inequality (不平等)everywhere, whether you’re Hollywood’s top talent or you workin a retail store (零售店).”Gender equality has improved in some areas like education. However, when females enter the workplace, they may find things are still difficult. Of the 145 countries and regions surveyed in a WEF (世界经济论坛) report, 97 have more female students thanmale students in universities. But only four of those countries and regions have a majority (多数) of female leaders in the workplace. “Women tend to (往往会) be viewed on the basis of their performance, while men are often promoted (升职) for their potential (潜力),” The Washington Post wrote.Old thinking about men and women is still influencing women’s careers, according to Saadia Zahidi, a WEF official. For example, many people believe boys are better at science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). And even today, women make up only a third of the students in these fields worldwide. Girls and women need to master the skills and training that are needed for the jobs of tomorrow, especially in the STEM fields, said Zahidi.The gender gap (性别差距) in the workplace is not just about less pay for women. It’s also about women making sure their pay shows their value. Actress Sandra Bullock once said, “Once we start changing how we think about women, the pay gap will take care of itself.”( )1. According to the story, gender equality has improved in ______.A. workplaceB. healthC. educationD. income( )2. According to Paragraph 2, in order to get a promotion, women have to _____.A. have potentialB. perform wellC. look beautifulD. receive training( )3. About _____ of the students in STEM subjects worldwide are women.A. 97 percentB. 45 percentC. 20 percentD. 30 percent( )4. What do we know from the story?A. Female Hollywood stars don’t experience pay inequality.B. Women have difficulty finding jobs in more than 97 countries.C. Women should focus on improving themselves to show their value.D. To achieve pay equality, people need change their views about women.Keys: 1-4 CBDDI’m a big fan of the DIY lifestyle. I like to do things on my own when I can. But I 1_______ learned that there is one thing that should be left to the professionals (专业人士) – getting your hair cut.Because of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, barbershops in 2_____ countries are stillclosed. But after spending 3______ or even months in quarantine (隔离), people are seeing their hair grow longer and longer. Some people have started 4______ their hair on their own.Not everyone’s DIY haircuts are successful. The hashtag #coronacuts has been trending (流行的) online, with many people showing 5______ terrible DIY haircuts. Professional hairstylists have offered advice 6______ cutting your own hair. For example, hairstylist Caitlin Collentine from San Francisco has advised people to stick with simple styles and wait for their stylist if they want 7_____ something different. Many stylists, including Collentine, are also offering live video lessons. They 8_______ people cut their hair step by step by using simple cutting and trimming (修剪) techniques.I should have done my homework and listened to this kind of advice before I tried to cut my own hair. It turned out ... well, not great, as you can see in the picture above. Unfortunately, there isn’t much I can do 9______ it.But I think the point is that people still care about how they look, even when they’re stuck at home. As Collentine said to Yahoo News, “It’ll make you feel a bit more like yourself, 10______ is good medicine for these times.”Keys: 1.recently 2.most 3.weeks 4.cutting 5.their6.for7.to try8.are helping9.to fix 10.which四、任务型阅读When Shanghai introduced a new garbage-sorting policy in July last year, the city’s residents (居民) took some time to get used to it. They joked that every time they took out their garbage, the staff (工作人员) standing by the bins would ask, “(A)你是哪种垃圾？”Starting on May 1, Beijing joined many Chinese cities by introducing a new garbage-sorting policy, People’s Daily reported. Residents should sort their garbage into four groups: kitchen, recyclable, hazardous (有害的) and other waste.These groups are represented (代表) by four different colors of trash bins – green, blue, red and gray. （B）Those who fail to sort their trash correctly may face fines of up to 200 yuan.The way Beijing sorts its trash sounds different from cities like Shanghai and Qingdao. These cities use four different groups: wet, recyclable, harmful and dry. Although their names are different, the groups are actually the same. Wet garbage in Shanghai is, in fact, kitchen garage. And dry garbage is the same as other waste.(C) _______(help) residents sort their trash correctly, the Beijing government is offering online guidelines. If people don’t know how to throw away garbage, they can search for it on the WeChat account Guanchenglishi (管城理市) to find out. Bysearching a key word or taking a photo, people can immediately find out which group their waste belongs in.1.回答问题：When did Shanghai introduce a new garbage-sorting policy?__________________________________________________________________ 2.将A处划线句子译成英语。

(整理版高中英语)高考时文阅读限时训练(二)

高考时文阅读限时训练〔二〕〔A〕字数: 281 阅读时间：3ˊ30〞题数：5 难度：﹡﹡﹡A recent surve y of teachers found that an unhealthy passionwith celebrity culture is having a negative impact on Britishstudents’ studies and it discovered that celebrity couple, theBeckhams, are the favorites among most students. Many studentsare ignoring building their own careers to seek a chance at fameinstead, the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL) surveyfound.Almost two-thirds of teachers said sports stars were thetype of celebrity many pupils wanted to follow while more thanhalf of students wanted to be pop stars.The survey said the celebrities that students aspired to mostly w ere David and Victoria Beckham who live in Los Angeles now. Soccer player Beckham is on the top of the survey while in seco nd place, with almost a third of the survey’s votes, was his 33-year-old pop star wife.Almost half of the 300 teachers surveyed said pupils tried to look like or behave like the celebrities they most admired, with some girls even dressing "unsuitably"."We are not surprised about the influence of celebrity culture in schools —it reflects the current media passion with celebrities and the effect of celebrity culture on society as a whole," ATL general secretary Mary Bousted said in a statement."Celebrities can have a positive effect on pupils. They can raise pupils’ aspirations and desires for the future. However, celebrity culture can spread the idea that celebrity status is the greatest achievement and rein force the belief that other career choices are not as valuable," said one primary school teacher. "Too many of the pupils believe that school success is unnecessary, because they will be able to get fame and fortune quite easily through a reality TV show."1. The story mainly tells us that ______.A. the Beckhams are mostly admired in BritainB. most students think that being pop stars is more valuable than other career achievementsC. the celebrity passion has a harmful impact upon British students’ studiesD. a survey was made recently about the popularity of the stars2. According to the survey, Victoria Beckham ______.A. is a pop star most students admireB. goes in the second place of the celebrities admiredC. won two-thirds of the votesD. lives in New Yor k now3. Why does the author mention that pupils tried to look like or behave like the celebrities they most admired, with some girls even dressing “unsuitably〞?A. The pupils think it interesting to pretend to be the celebrities.B. The behavior or the dress of celebrities can be followed as examples.C. The author wants to show the negative influence these celebrities had on the students.D. The author just wants to show being pop stars is very valuable to the students.4. What is not TRUE according to the story?A. Celebrities can’t have positive impact on the students.B. Beckham and Victoria are husband and wife.C. The so-called celebrity culture does harm to the pupils’ ideas about achievement.D. Many students believe that school success is unnecessary.5. The best title of the story is _____.A. Sports Star David BeckhamB. Survey of Students about CelebritiesC. Harmful Effect of Celebrities on StudentsD. Better to Be Pop Stars Than Sports Stars〔B〕字数：281 阅读时间：3ˊ30 〞题数：5 难度：﹡﹡﹡Pierre is a 25-year-old penguin at the California Academyof Sciences. Due to his old age, he was going bald, which madehim feel too cold to swim in the p ool. Therefore, biologistsat the academy had a wetsuit created for this penguin to helphim get back in the swim ming pool.Unlike marine mammals, which have a layer of blubber tokeep them warm, penguins depend on their waterproof feathers.Without them, Pierre was unwilling to jump into the swimmingpool and ended up trembling on the side of the pool while his 19 peers played in the water."He was cold; he would shake," said Pam Schaller, a senior biologist. Schaller first tried a heat lamp to keep Pierre warm. Then she got another idea: if wetsuits keep humans warm in the cold Pacific, why not make one for Pierre?Schaller desi gned the suit, which covered Pierre’s body and had small openings for his flippers."I would walk behind him and look at where there were any gaps, and cut and refit and cut and refit until it looked like it was extremely suitable," she said.One concern was that the other penguins would reject Pierre in his new suit, but in fact, they accepted his new look. He swam freely and got along with others well, although he was the only penguin with a black stomach.Schal ler couldn’t say for sure whether the wetsuit allowed Pierre to recover his fine feathers, but "certainly we were able to keep him comfortable during a period of time that would have been very difficult for him to stay comfortable".Pierre will take off his suit after his new feathers grow back.1. Pierre felt too cold to swim in the pool because of _____.A. not having a layer of blubberB. having few feathers due to old ageC. having no wetsuitD. others penguins rejecting him2. The idea of making a wetsuit for Pierre came from _____.A. total inventionB. the use of wetsuit on humansC. the use of heat lampD. waterproof feathers3. Schaller followed Pierre in order to see _____.A. whether other penguins would reject himB. if anywhere of wetsuit needed to be cut and refitC. if the wetsuit kept warmD. whether the wetsuit would keep the feathers from recovering4. What does the underlined word in the second paragraph mean?A. feeling scaredB. staying aloneC. shaking with coldD. keeping warm5. The best title of the passage is _____.A. Wetsuit for An Old PenguinB. Old Penguin Getting BaldC. Unwilling to SwimD. Strange Look of Pierre〔C〕字数：283 阅读时间：3ˊ30 〞题数：5 难度：﹡﹡﹡Lego, the inventor of those colorful bricks that have inspired kids’ imaginations world-wide, has celebrated its 50th anniversary.On January 28, 1958, a man named Godtfred Kirk Christiansen created the plastic building bricks that can now be found in almost every child’s toy box. The simple building block has become one of the most well-known and popular toys around the world."The Lego brick continues to be very attractive, because it allows children, and others, to develop their creativity and imagination," said Charlotte Simonsen, a spokeswoman of the Danish Lego company.The company’s building brick allows an infinite numberof links. With just two bricks there are 24 different links,and with six, there are 915 million possibilities, accordingto Lego.A half-century after its creation, more than 400 millionchildren and adults spend five billion hours a year puttingthe bric ks together and pulling them apart. Also, the bricksmade today can still interlock with those made in 1958.Lego bricks are not just child’s play: they also attract the interest of adults. South Korean adventurer, Heo Young-Ho, who climbed Mount Everest in 1987, left a Lego toy behind in the snow during his climb.After its great success Lego experienced a severe crisis at the end of the 1990s, hit hard by fierce competition from electronic games. This so-called "Toy of the Century" then suffered a dark period that lasted several years.With great efforts, the company began to prosper again, and in it earned about 1.5 billion dollars in 130 countries. Seven boxes of Lego are now sold every second around the world, and 19 billion bricks are produced each year: enough to encircle the Earth five times！1. The Lego bricks have remained popular in the past 50 years as a result of _______.A. attracting many children worldwideB. brought imagination to the children worldwideC. making the children and even adults worldwide creative and imaginativeD. having infinite links that bring many imagination2. The author gave the example of South Korean adventurer Heo Young-Ho in order to prove that ______.A. Heo Youn-Ho also loved playing Lego bricksB. the Lego bricks made him amountain climberC. the Lego bricks not only interest children but also adultsD. the Lego bricks are a must when on goes on an adventure3. It can be inferred from the text that ______.A. there are 915 different links with just 6 bricksB. the Lego Bricks Company has made a lot of money from the people worldwideC. the Lego Bricks can’t compare with computer gamesD. the bricks made today don’t change much compared with those made in 19584. The underlined word “hit〞 in the seventh paragraph means _____.A. defeated in a fight or a competitionB. have a crash in an accident or a fightC. get known through a songD. attack sb in a fight5. The main idea of the story is that _____.A. Lego bricks: brilliant past and struggling futureB. Lego bricks: an attraction of both children and adultsC. Lego bricks: making creativity and imaginationD. Lego bricks: making billions of money every year〔D〕字数：387 阅读时间：4ˊ30〞题数：5 难度：﹡﹡﹡﹡Powerful, blonde and over six feet tall, Maria Sharapova is the most brilliant tennis player who has ever stepped on tennis court. In the summer of , seventeen-year-old Sharapova shocked the tennis world by defeating defending champion Serena Williams in the singles finals at Wimbledon, becoming the first Russian player to win the prestigious tennis event, and the third youngest winner in the history of the tournament.Born on April 19, 1987, in Nyagan, a town in western Siberia,Russia, Maria Sharapova was encouraged by her parents to tryeverything, from dancing and music to athletics. She discoveredtennis after her fourth birthday. Her parents liked to playtennis, too, so they began teaching her how to hit the ball.She proved to be a quick learner, and when she was six yearsold they traveled to Moscow for a youth tennis clinic.Sharapova and her father moved from Russia to Florida when she was nine so that she could study at the tennis academy of Nick Bollettieri. She won her first junior championship title at the age of thirteen, and turned professional in . Then Sharapova steadily worked her way up through the professional ranks, claiming her first WTA victory in Japan in . Her crowning moment came the next year, when she won Winbledon, at a young age of 17, solidifying a consistent spot in the top five. She gained her second and third major titles by beating Justine Henin at the US Open and Ana Ivanovic at the Australian Open. Sharapova has earned a spot on Forbes magazine’s "Celebrity 100"list as the highest paid female athlete in the world.Sharapova hopes to win Wimbledon, the Australian, French, and US Opens in the same year. No other female player has done so since German champion Steffi Graf in 1988. Sharapova also looks forward to a career beyond tennis. She has done some modeling, is a devoted reader of fashion magazines, and has even helped design someof her court outfits with Nike. Fashion design mightbe a career option when she retires from tennis.Acting would be an-other choice. "Nothing scares me,"she said, "because I’m not worried about failure. Younever know until you try. So if you don’t try, you’vefailed. All I know is, I’m starving to be the best."1. Which of the following is not TRUE?A. Sharapova became the champion of theWimbledon tournament at the age of 17.B. The third Russian player in the history of Wimbledon to win the champioC. Sharapova began to play tennis at the age of fourD. The Wimbledon Tournament is an important event2. Sharapova won her first junior championship title _____.A. sixB. fourC. seventeenD. thirteen3. According to the story, the Forbes magazine _____.A. is a youth tennis training centerB. holds the Wimbledon tournamentC. ranks the famous people worldwide every yearD. introduces fashion4. What does the underlined word in the second paragraph mean?A. An office providing medical serviceB. Sports training centerC. Stadium holding competitionsD. A person offering medical service5. The best title of the story is _____.A. An Outstanding Tennis StarB. History of The Wimbledon TournamentC. Success from YouthD. Championships Sharapova Has Got〔E〕字数：262 阅读时间：3ˊ30 〞题数：5 难度：﹡﹡﹡Energy-saving Finns invented the first ice skate more than 5,000 years ago, as a practical method of transport to make getting across frozen lakes less of a struggle.The earliest skates would have been blades made from bones and are one of the oldest means of transport ever discovered —they may even have been essential survival tools.Researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University have calculated that ice skates would have saved energy by 10 percent, and suggest that they were developed for practical use and were not used for recreation, as they are today.They think the most likely birthplace of skating is southern Finland, where there are many icy lakes.The scientists have put their theory to the test and made replica skates modeled after examples held at the British Museum and the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge.Volunteers on ice rinks in the Alps had their heart rates, oxygen intake andskating speeds measured while they skated with the replica skates. From this experiment, re-searchers were able to calculate energy consumption and the efficiency of their skating. They discovered that skating over the land in ancient Fin-land would have saved 10 percent of people’s energy. The re sult is based on the fact that Finland has the highest concentration6 of lakes in the world. The ancient Finnish people could benefit more than others from developing this tool for transport.In a time and environment in which the balance between energy taken from food and energy required to live was crucial; the least cost of energy might have helped humans survive in extreme conditions.1. The first ice skate invented by the Finns was used for _____.A. recreationB. transportation across lakesC. saving energyD. sports2. The birthplace of skating might be southern Finland because _____.A. there are many icy lakes thereB. people need more oxygen to breathe in thereC. people feel tired easily thereD. transportation there is more difficult3. Scientists have experimented with replica skates and found that with those skates the ancient Finnish people would have _____.A. crossed a lot of lakesB. saved 10 percent of energy when crossing the lakesC. climbed the Alps easilyD. otherwise wasted a lot of food and energy4. It can be inferred from the story that _____.A. the Finnish people were clever enough to invent the practical skatesB. there were a lot of lakes in ancient FinlandC. the living conditions were very hard for the ancient Finnish peopleD. it was very cold in ancient times in Finland5. What is the meaning of the underlined word in the fifth paragraph mean?A. a copy of somethingB. an example of somethingC. an artificial productD. something that is fake【答案与解析】1. B 主旨大意题。

中考英语时文阅读训练含答案

中考英语时文阅读训练含答案2018中考英语时文阅读训练一（共10篇）一“Which is the world’s largest island?” “How many legs does a crab have?” These questions can be found in the book Hundred Thousand Whys. However, they are also on different live-streaming (直播) quiz shows.Millions of people across China are competing on the shows by using apps such as Huajiao Zhibo and Xigua Shipin. Different from traditional TV quiz shows like Happy Dictionary , anyone with a smartphone can join in on the shows several times a day.Each show takes around 30 minutes. A host will ask 12 questions. Online players usually have 10 seconds to answer each question.The shows’ cash prizes are from 100,000 to 5 million yuan. Winners share the prize money at the end. How do they split (分摊) the money? It depends on the total amount of money and the number of winners. Players can win as little as less than 1 yuan or as much as over 40,000 yuan.Many people have downloaded the quiz show apps. More than 4 million people simultaneously (同时地) logged onto Huajiao Zhibo to answer questions on several occasions in January, CCTV News reported.Players are enjoying turning their knowledge into a chance to win cash (金钱) prizes. The questions give them an opportunity to learn new knowledge . But what players like most is the feeling of prid e they get when they’re the only ones left after a long and difficult round, according to The New York Times.1.Which of the following is a traditional TV quiz show?A. Huajiao Zhibo.B. Xigua Shipin.C. Happy Dictionary.D. Spring Gala.2. How long does each online quiz show last?A. About 30 minutes.B. About 12 minutes.C. About 10 minutes.D. About 5 minutes.3. What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph?A. How big the cash prizes are.B. How winners share the prize money.C. When winners get their prize money.D. Why winners have to share the prize money.4. The author wrote the last paragraph to _____.A. introduce a new kind of TV showB. explain why people like to take part in online quiz showsC. encourage people to use their knowledge to win cash prizesD. describe how many people are watching the online quiz shows二Cape Town, the second-biggest city in South Africa, is now in d_______(1). The city is running out of water. From June to July, the city may have no water for homes and businesses.How can a city run out of water? T____(2) answer this question, we need to。

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二、基础知识综合（9分）2．下面是小文同学参加“在方言里找寻地域文化自信”活动的读后感，请帮助他解决在写作过程中遇到的问题。

方言与一个地域的气候、地貌一样，历经千百年，被不断吸收、筛选、同化而形成。

这些夹杂着泥土气息的话语，或源于市井生活的寻常琐事，或源于茶余饭后的家长里短，它收纳了民间的（甲），采集了地域的（乙）。

翻过一座山，（丙）就转变：走过一陇田，（丁）大不同。

你可以讲着吴侬软语，夜话闲谈；也可以侃着东北话语，把酒言欢。

正是因为这种特色，才（fù）①予了方言承载文化的使命；也正是因为这个载体，我们的文化才得以遍地开花、异彩纷呈。

以融入了方言的地方戏曲为例，无论是秦腔豫剧，还是京剧黄梅，那些生动鲜活、合辙押韵的戏词，唱出了亦俗亦雅的风情，也唱出了中华文化的特色。

试想，如果唱词千篇一律，那么何来不同文化的（mèi）②力与价值，何来文化生命力的延续？正是因为方言的异质性，才带来它的不可替代性，这是地理与历史赋予我们的文化财富，（mí）③足珍贵，价值连城。

(1)根据拼音，依次写出相应的汉字（正楷字或行楷字）。

（3分）①______ ②______ ③______(2)依次填入文中甲乙丙丁四处括号内的词语，全都恰当的一项是（）（3分）A．智力精髓腔调意义B．智慧精品声音作用C．智慧精华音调意义D．精华智慧意义音调(3)文中画横线的句子有语病，下列修改最恰当的一项是（）（3分）A．方言与一个地域的气候、地貌一样，历经千百年，不断被吸收、筛选、同化而形成。

B．方言与一个地域的气候、地貌一样，历经千百年，不断被筛选、吸收、同化而形成。

C．方言与一个地域的气候、地貌一样，历经千百年，不断被筛选、同化、吸收而形成。

D．方言与一个地域的气候、地貌一样，历经千百年，被不断筛选、同化、吸收而形成。

2．(1) 赋魅弥(2)C (3)B【详解】（1）本题考查根据拼音相应的汉字的能力。

（fù）予——赋予：给予，交给，寄托（重大任务、使命等）（mèi）力——魅力：常形容一个人有着很强的诱惑力与吸引力。

高中高考英语时文阅读限时训练四篇

时文阅读限时训练四篇AOn Sept. 12, 2023, Apple made an announcement. It said it will use the USB-C connector for all its new iPhone 15 models. This is a big deal. It means that all new iPhones will have the same connector. USB stands for Universal Serial Bus. The C refers to the third type. It follows types A and B.The USB Implementers Forum is made up of over 1,000 companies. They promote and support USB technology. The group developed the USB-C connector. It replaces the older USB connectors. It also replaces other types of ports. These include HDMI, DisplayPort and VGA. The aim is to create a single, universal connector for a wide range of devices.The key features and benefits of USB-C include a reversible connector. You can insert it in either orientation. It also allows some cables to have the same connector on both ends for connecting between devices and connecting devices to chargers, unlike most earlier USB and Lightning cables.USB-C's widespread adoption in the electronics industry is likely to lead to a universal standard. This reduces the need for multiple types of cables and adapters. Also, its slim and compact shape allows manufacturers to make thinner and lighter devices.Connectors use a variety of data transfer protocols. These are sets of rules for formatting and handling data. The latest USB protocol is version 4. It provides a data transfer rate of up to 40 gigabits per second. This depends on the rating of the cable. The latest Thunderbolt, also on version 4, supports up to 40 gigabits-persecond data transfer and 100 watts charging.Why USB-C mattersDue to the fragmented nature of technology evolution, computer users a decade ago were struggling. They had too many connectors: USB for data; power cables for charging; HDMI or DisplayPort or VGA for video; and Ethernet for internet. This called for an industrywide effort to convergence on an all-purpose connector. Since itsintroduction in 2014, USB-C has gained widespread popularity. It has already become the connector of choice for most non-Apple devices. Apple converted the iPad Pro to USB-C in 2018. Now, it is doing the same for the best selling Apple device, the iPhone. Some market forecasts suggest there will be close to 4 billion USB-C connector sales by 2025 and 19 billion by 2033.1. Which organization developed the USB-C connector?A. The European Union.B. The USB Implementers Forum.C. Apple Inc.D. The USB Consortium.2. What was the goal of developing the USB-C connector by the USB Implementers Forum?A. To replace all USB connectors with USB-C.B. To promote Thunderbolt technology exclusively.C. To create a universal connector for various devices.D. To develop a connector for Apple devices.3. What is the key feature of USB-C mentioned in the text?A. It requires adapters for most devices.B. It is larger and heavier than previous connectors.C. It has a reversible connector.D. It supports only Apple devices.4. When was USB-C introduced to the market?A. 2014.B. 2023.C. 2033.D. 2018.5. According to market forecasts, how many USB-C connector sales are expected by 2033?A. 1 billion.B. 19 billion.C. 4 billion.D. 10 billion.答案: 1. B, 2. C, 3. C, 4. A, 5. BBHangzhou dishes are one of the eight great cuisines of China. They are noted for their seasonal ingredients, elaborate preparation, sophisticated cooking techniques, and refreshing taste. A trip to Hangzhou isn't complete without trying some of its speciality dishes. Here are a few must-try meals. Each of them has an age old story.Dongpo Pork (red-braised pork belly)The dish was named after a Song Dynasty (960-1279) poet and official, Su Dongpo. When Su was banished to Hangzhou, he initiated a thorough dredging of West Lake. This had great benefits for the locals. To express their gratitude, they gifted Su a lot of pork. Su added his own twist to the traditional cooking process of braised pork belly. He added yellow wine and stewed it on low heat. He distributed the dish to those who worked on the project. It became widely favored.West Lake Carp in Vinegar GravyLegend has it that two brothers surnamed Song lived in Hangzhou. The elder brother was murdered by a local villain. In desperation and fear for his safety, the younger brother was forced into exile. During his farewell dinner, his recently widowed sister-in-law cooked a dish. It was both sweet and sour. She was implying that the young Song should "not forget the salt amid the sweet". The younger brother later returned as a high ranking official, avenged his brother's murder, and sought out his sister. The dish has been handed down from generation to generation.Sister Song's Fish SoupDuring the Song Dynasty, a woman nicknamed Sister Song settled down alongside West Lake. She made a living selling fish soup. On a trip to West Lake, Emperor Gaozong tasted her fish soup and spoke very highly of it. The soup's reputation spread far and wide, and it became a calling card for the city.Sauteed Shrimps with Longjing TeaThe story of this dish relates to Emperor Qianlong. He ruled from 1644-1911. On an excursion to Hangzhou, one of his chefs accidentally dropped Longjing tea leaves into the sauteed shrimp. The lingering fragrance of the tea combined with the divine texture of the shrimp won him over. A classic Hangzhou dish was born.1. Which dish is named after the Song Dynasty poet and official Su Dongpo?A. Sauteed Shrimps with Longjing Tea.B. Dongpo Pork.C. West Lake Carp in Vinegar Gravy.D. Sister Song's Fish Soup.2. What story is associated with the dish "West Lake Carp in Vinegar Gravy"?A. It was named after a famous fisherman in Hangzhou.B. The younger brother, forced into exile, received a farewell dinner from his sister-in-law with a sweet and sour dish.C. It was a favorite dish of the Emperor Qianlong.D. It was invented by a local villain.3. How did "Sauteed Shrimps with Longjing Tea" come into existence?A. It was created by a famous tea merchant in Hangzhou.B. A chef accidentally dropped Longjing tea leaves into sauteed shrimp during Emperor Qianlong's excursion.C. The dish was inspired by a poem about tea.D. It was a traditional dish that dates back to the Song Dynasty.4. What common theme runs through the stories behind these Hangzhou dishes?A. Hangzhou dishes are known for their spicy flavors.B. Each dish has an age-old story or legend associated with its creation or popularity.C. All the dishes were named after famous historical figures.D. The dishes are all vegetarian.5. What does the word "excursion" mean in the sentence "On an excursion to Hangzhou, one of theemperor's chefs accidentally dropped Longjing tea leaves into the sauteed shrimp."?A. Experience.B. Talk.C. Trip.D. Boat.答案: 1. B, 2. B, 3. B, 4. B, 5. CCSome of the oldest known poems do not have a named author. Researchers believe this might be because early poems were sung and passed on through the sharing of stories. They were sometimes chanted or even used as prayers. Caedmon's Hymn is often considered the oldest surviving English poem. It was written in the late 7th century – more than 1,300 years ago. The first word is "nu" – which means "now". It instantly grabs the reader's attention.Fast-forward a few centuries, and poets such as William Shakespeare (1564–1616), William Blake (1757–1827) and Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806–1861) wrote poems that captured the imagination of generations of readers. Poems during these eras usually rhymed, but not always. John Agard (born 1949) Benjamin Zephaniah (born in 1958) and Grace Nichols (born in 1950) are modern poets. They have combined their own Caribbean cultural heritage with life in Britain to write their own interesting and thought-provoking poetry about their experiences and observations. Their poetry is widely studied in schools by students across the country.Why does poetry matter?Poetry can be an important tool for self-expression. 66.5% of children found that writing poetry helped them cope with the difficulties of lockdown. A report carried out in 2020 found that poetry was the most usual way for 11 to 16-year-olds to discover writing from African and Asian cultures. This supports the organisers' belief that poetry can build understanding between cultures and people. Having a special day every year dedicated to poetry helps families, children, communities and schools share their poems and have their voices heard. It also keeps the need for poetry alive.What does "refuge" mean to you?Jay Bhadricha is one of the day's leaders. He describes refuge as a "shelter from the storm, it's an escape, it is a hug from someone you love and it is found in abundance in poetry". Some might find refuge in their family's past. They might write poetry about that, or even in the act of writing poetry itself. Others might seek refuge in their hobbies, and put pen to paper to share them. Refugees (people who have fled war and danger to make a home elsewhere) and those who have welcomed them might write about the experiences, too. The word "refuge" comes from a French word meaning "to flee". People might write about leaving something behind or rushing towards the future. The poet and author Michael Rosen wrote a poem called On the Move Again from Somewhere. It says, "Take the train. Catch a plane. Make the trip. Ina ship... home is where you find it. "1. What is suggested as a possible reason why some of the oldest known poems didn't have namedauthors?A. Authors intentionally remained anonymous.B. They were passed on through storytelling and song.C. Authors were not recognized in ancient times.D. The concept of authorship didn't exist then.2. When was "Caedmon's Hymn," often considered the oldest surviving English poem, written?A. In the 16th century.B. In the late 7th century.C. In the 18th century.D. More than 2,300 years ago.3. What does the text suggest about the role of poetry in building understanding between cultures?A. Poetry can build understanding between cultures and people.B. Poetry creates barriers between cultures.C. Poetry has no impact on cultural understanding.D. Poetry is mainly focused on promoting cultural differences.4. How does Jay Bhadricha describe the concept of "refuge" in relation to poetry?A. "A challenge, a mystery, and a distant journey."B. "A place to hide from danger, away from one's loved ones."C. "A feeling of sadness and loss."D. "Shelter from the storm, an escape, a hug from someone you love."5. What is the origin of the word "refuge," as mentioned in the text?A. It has no specific origin mentioned in the text.B. It is derived from a Latin word meaning "home."C. It comes from a French word meaning "to flee."D. It originates from an ancient Greek term.答案: 1. B, 2. B, 3. A, 4. D, 5. CDClimate Change Is Changing the Color of the OceanClimate change is reshaping the surface of the Earth — even down to the color of the oceans. A new study says that more than half the world's ocean area is "becoming greener." The trend is connected to human-caused global warming.It's not clear what is driving the greening. In some places, it could indicate changes in the amount of plankton or other organic material floating in the water. Plankton are a cornerstone of the ocean food chain. These kinds of shifts could have ripple effects throughout the entire marine ecosystem. That's a topic for future research. For now, the researchers can say for sure that the oceans are changing colors. And climate change is to blame.The study was published Wednesday in the journal Nature. It examines 20 years of satellite data. The data measures light reflected at the surface of the water all across the globe. The subtle changes aren't necessarily visible to the naked eye. The research finds that 56 percent of the world's oceans are shifting in color. And on the whole, they're growing greener. The trend is especially strong in the lower latitudes. These include the subtropics and tropics. Scientists then used a computer model. They wanted to find out whether climate change was playing a part. They ran one set of simulations. They represented the oceans under a strong climate change scenario. Then, they compared them with a second set of simulations. They imagined a world in which climate change didn't exist.Climate change seems to be the culprit. But the exact reasons still need some scientific digging. Rising ocean temperatures in and of themselves aren't driving the greening. There are plenty of other ways global warming is affecting the world. It can change the structure and flow of certain currents, for instance. These kinds of changes can affect the growth of phytoplankton and other factors that might be contributing to the greening. The findings weren't a surprise to the researchers. They're consistent with the way researchers expect the global oceans to change as the world keeps on warming. "I've been running simulations that have been telling me for years that thesechanges in ocean color are going to happen," study co-author Stephanie Dutkiewicz said. "To actually see it happening for real is not surprising, but frightening."1. According to the study, what percentage of the world's ocean area is "becoming greener"?A. Less than half.B. Around a quarter.C. Approximately two-thirds.D. More than half.2. What is not clear about the greening of the oceans?A. The impact of plankton on the marine ecosystem.B. The exact reasons driving the change in color.C. The visible changes in ocean color.D. The connection between greening and global warming.3. What did the researchers use to examine the changes in ocean color?A. Satellite data measuring reflected light.B. Survey responses from oceanographers.C. A computer model of the world's oceans.D. Underwater cameras and sensors.4. What do the simulations in the study suggest about climate change and ocean color?A. Climate change has no impact on ocean color shifts.B. Rising ocean temperatures are the main cause of the change.C. Rising global temperatures are to blame for the greening.D. Ocean color changes are unrelated to global warming.5. What does study co-author Stephanie Dutkiewicz say about the findings?A. They were unrelated to climate change.B. They were inconsistent with previous research.C. They were not surprising but frightening.D. They were unexpected and concerning.答案: 1. D, 2. B, 3. A, 4. C, 5. C。

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高一英语时文阅读限时训练AIt’s a popular belief that fish can’t remember anything for longer than seven seconds.It may seem sad to think that they don’t remember what they’ve eaten or where they’ve been, and they don’t recognize you or any of their friends – every moment in their lives would be like seeing the world for the first time.But don’t be so quick to feel sorry for them. A recent study has found that fish have much better memories than we used to think. In fact, certain species of fish can even remember events from as long as 12 days ago, BBC reported.In the study, researchers from MacEwan University in Canada trained a kind of fish called African cichlids (非洲丽鱼科鱼) to go to a certain area of their tank (缸) to get food. They then waited for 12 days before putting them back in the tank again.This suggested that they could remember their past experiences. Researchers used computer software to monitor (监视) the fish’s movements. They found that after such a long break the fish still went to the same place where they first got food.In fact, scientists had been thinking for a long time that African cichlids might have a good memory.An earlier study showed that they behaved aggressively (攻击性地) in front of certain fish, perhaps because they remembered their past fights. But until the latest findings, there was no clear evidence.Just as a good memory can make our lives easier, it also plays an important part when a fish is trying to survive in the wild.“If fish are able to remember that a certain area contains safe food, they will be able to go back to that area without putting their lives in danger,” lead researcher Trevor Hamilton told Live Science.For a long time, fish were placed far below chimpanzees, dolphins and mice on the list of smart animals. But this study has given scientists a new understanding of their intelligence.So next time you are watching your pet fish from outside the tank, perhaps you should feel closer to them – they may remember who you are.1. What is the article mainly about?A. Fish having very bad memories.B. Fish being smarter than we thought.C. How fish improve their memories.D. What we humans can learn from fish.2. What belief did people have in the past?A. Fish can’t recognize any of their friends.B. Fish can’t remember for longer than three minutes.C. Fish can only remember part of their experiences.D. Fish can remember things that happened 12 days ago.3. How do fish benefit most from a good memory?A. They can remember their enemies and fight.B. They can remember where to get food and survive.C. They can remember their friends and help each other.D. They can remember where to escape to when in danger.BYou are walking down the street. Suddenly it starts to rain and you don’t have an umbrella. What do you do? Run or walk?Most people would choose to run because it will get you out of the rain faster. But if you run, you also run into more raindrops. So what should you do?Things are more complicated than you might think. Franco Bocci, a professor at the University of Brescia in Italy, found that whether you should travel slowly or quickly in rain depends on the wind’s direction and your body’s shape, according to the BBC.When there is no wind, and the rain falls directly on you, Bocci suggests that you should run and hide as fast as possible.But if the wind comes from behind and blows the rain onto your back, the best thing to do is walk at the same speed as the wind. This way, both your front and back will stay mostly dry.This is not all. When the wind blows in from the side, you’ll have to think about one more thing – your body shape. Thinner people are hit by fewer raindrops. In this case, a fatter person had better run while a thinner person should still try to match their speed to the wind.“In general, the best thing is to run, as fast as you can – not always, but in general,” Bocci told BBC News. “If you’re really thin, it’s more probable that there will be an optimal speed. Otherwise, it is better to run fast.”In fact, the question of how to hide away from the rain has puzzled scientists for many years. Back in 1987, they thought that running or walking did not really make a difference. Years later they realized that wind direction might be a factor (因素). And here, more complicated study results have been found by Bocci.Now you know what to do next time the rain catches you in the middle of the street. But the best way to stay dry is still to carry an umbrella.4. According to Franco Bocci’s study, whether you should run in the rain depends on ______.①the wind’s direction①your body’s size①how fast you can run①how heavy the rain isA. ①①B. ①①C. ①①D. ①①5. According to the article, which is the best way to stay as dry as possible on a rainy day?A. If there is no wind, walk at your usual speed.B. If the wind is from behind, run as fast as you can.C. If the wind is from the front, fat people should match the speed of the wind.D. If the wind is from the side, thin people should match the speed of the wind.6. What does the underlined word “optimal” probably mean?A. FastestB. slowestC. bestD. possible7. What opinion did scientists have before Bocci’s study?A. Running was always the best choice to stay as dry as possible.B. It was best to always carry an umbrella with you.C. Wind direction had more influence than running speed.D. Running or walking made no difference to people caught in the rain.CWhen was the last time you heard a “male (男性的)” voice assistant(助手)? Chances are never, as most of the artificial intelligence (AI, 人工智能) we’re used to hearing is “female”, like Apple’s Siri Amazon’s Alexa. However, a new UN study argues that this shows a negative gender bias (性别歧视).The UNESCO report has looked into the effect of having female voice assistants, saying they encourage the idea that women typically hold assistant jobs and that they should be “docile (温顺的)”.“Because the speech of most voice assistants is female, it sends a signal that women are obliging (乐于助人的), docile and eager-to-please helpers, available at the touch of a button or with a blunt (生硬的) voice command like ‘hey’ or ‘OK’,” said the report.Meanwhile, by naming voice assistants with traditionally female names, like Alexa and Siri, tech companies have also strengthened stereotypes (刻板印象) of women, according to the report. For example, in Norwegian (挪威语), Siri means “a beautiful woman who leads you to victory”, according to The Week magazine.The stereotypes caused by female voice assistants have raised concerns.“Stereotypes do matter because they come back to affect how young girls and young women see themselves and the way they have dreams and aspirations (愿望) for the future. It’s almost like going back to the image of women that was held in the 1950s or 1960s,” UNESCO’s gender equality director, Saniye Gulser Corat, told Time magazine.It’s believed that the problem is a result of the fact that there are not so many women workers in the tech field.Currently, 80 percent of AI professors are men, while just 15 percent of AI research workers at Facebook and 10 percent at Google are women, according to a New York University report in April.“These mistakes happen because you do not have the diverse teams and diversity of thought,” Allison Gardner, a co-founder of Women Leading in AI, a UK think tank, told The New York Times.To deal with the problem, some technologists have been designing a genderless digital (数字的) voice, reported BBC News. The report also calls for more women to be involved (参与) in the tech field.“A more gender-equal digital space is a distinct possibility, but to realize this future, women need to be involved in the inception (开始) and implementation (实施) of technology,” noted the report.BY JOE WILLETTS,21ST CENTURY TEENS STAFFStereotyping technology?It’s claimed that speakers sometimes talk to “female” virtual assistants in an insulting way and receive answers that may offend women.8. What image of women do the voice assistants present?A. Serious.B. Smart.C. Full of energy.D. Willing to follow orders.9. What do we know about Alexa from the article?A. It’s Amazon’s voice assistant.B. She is an Amazon employee.C. She is an attractive woman from Norwegian tales.D. It’s a name coined by the Apple company.10. Why are tech companies’ voice assistants mostly “female”?A. Females are often more helpful than men.B. It’s easier to design female voices with computers.C. People are more relaxed when hearing female voices.D. There are not enough female workers in tech companies.11. What are technologists doing to solve the gender bias problem?A. Forming female-only research teams.B. Working on genderless voice technology.C. Adding male voice assistants to their products.D. Changing female voice assistant names to male names.DI was at the market at 5 pm, the worst time of day to shop, to pick up a few essentials: cream for coffee, eggs for breakfast and Advil for my headache.I’d been rushing all day doing jobs for people. I did not want to be shopping, to say the least. But I told myself it was my last stop before going home to put my feet up.So I scored a parking place, grabbed a bag from the trunk (后备箱) and found a shopping cart.The market wasn’t as crowded as I had expected. I grabbed a package of linguini (意粉) andsome pesto (松子青酱).That’s when I saw her. She was sitting in a shopping cart. She looked to be maybe 9 months old. Short blond curls, blue eyes. A white lace dress and shiny black shoes.I couldn’t take my eyes off her. Then I did what I always do with children: I gave her my best smile. I may have looked a bit mad, but it came from my heart.that unforgettable, life-changing moment of her birth.At times my smile would fade to a look of fear or worry, but it never left my face for long. It always came back, even through tears.I’ve learned that everyone needs a smile sometimes, young and old, friends and strangers, even strangers at the market in a rush to get home.She took her time deciding just what to make of my smile. But finally, she lit up.I laughed and waved goodbye. And she blew me a kiss.That put a smile on my face that got a smile in return from every shopper I passed.I was still smiling when I got home and realized I’d forgotten to get Advil. Luckily, I didn’t need it. My headache was gone.Somehow, in that simple exchange of smiles, this weary (使人厌烦的) old world became a better place.Want to change the world? Try smiling. Someone will smile back at you. I guarantee (保证) it.If you’re lucky, maybe they’ll even blow you a kiss and make your headache go away.By Sharon Randall12. What can we know about the author from the first four paragraphs?A. She couldn’t wait to go shopping.B. She didn’t know what to shop at the market.C. She was disappointed at the goods in the market.D. She didn’t want to go to the market at that time.13. What does the underlined word “that” refer to?A. Shopping in the afternoon.B. Suffering from a headache.C. Smiling at kids she meets.D. Observing different people.14. What happened to the author after seeing the girl?A. She thought about her childhood.B. She got blank looks from others.C. She no longer felt low.D. She wanted to kiss the girl.15. What is the main purpose of this article?A. To show how to find joy in daily shopping.B. To share her thoughts on smiling in a story.C. To recall happy times with her children.D. To show how to communicate with children.A篇BAB B篇ADCD C篇DABA D篇DCCB。

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新高考英语时文阅读高二特训（含答案解析及全文翻译）新高考英语时文阅读高二特训（含答案解析及全文翻译）ACruise lines worldwide suspended sailings March 13 because of the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Now companies such as Carnival and Disney are pushing out their return dates and canceling more trips, meaning passengers can receive full refunds for the price of their trips. Those who want to take their chances and postpone —even though there’s no firm date when this pandemic will end —can choose to receive a credit for a future cruise. Just remember: If you choose a credit, you have given up your refund. Cruise companies want you to stick with them, and are offering extra perks and credits to keep you on board.Carnival CruisesOn Wednesday, Carnival Cruises announced it would suspend Alaska sailings through June30 and scrap all San Francisco cruises for the rest of the year. Typical five-day cruises along the California coast called at Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico, before returning to the Bay Area. The company also canceled cruises aboard Carnival Radiance (an upgrade of the Carnival Victory) through Nov. 1, and Carnival Legend, through Oct. 30. Carnival Legend typically sails from Seattle to Alaska in summer months.Passengers whose trips have been canceled may opt for a refund or a future cruise credit. Disney Cruise LineDisney Cruise Line on Monday extended its suspension for sailings departing in April. Passengers who had tickets on any of its four ships through April 28 may receive a refund or a cruisecredit for a trip within 15 months of their original departure date, according to the company’s website.Disney also warned passengers about sailings aboard the Disney Wonder that are scheduled to resume April 29. The itinerary calls for a stop in Vancouver, Canada, but Canada has closed its ports at least through July 1.1. What can the passengers select if they want to cruise later?A. Refunds.B. Credits.C. Perks.D. Chances.2. Which of the following is NOT true according to paragraph 3?A.Alaska sailings will be delayed to June 30.B. San Francisco cruises will be put off for the rest of 2020.C. Carnival Radiance is canceled until Oct. 30.D. Carnival Legend usually sails from Seattle to Alaska during summer.3. What does the underlined phrase mean in Paragraph 5?A. Pay.B. Choose.C. Discover.D. Return.4. What can we know from the last part?A. Passengers will receive refunds beforeApril 28.B. Passengers will receive refunds within 10 months of original leaving date.C. The cruise credit is available beforeApril 28.D. The cruise credit is available within 15 months of passengers’original leaving date.【答案】1～4 BCBD【解析】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了许多邮轮因新冠疫情被取消后，乘客如何获得退款或信用额度。

2023年高考英语时文阅读训练2篇

2023年高考英语阅读训练（一）The Australian accentThe Australian accent developed because so many early settlers were drunk. Dean Frenkel, a communications expert at Victoria University in Melbourne, said that the first British arrivals to the country were such big drinkers that the distortion（失真）to their speech caused a verbal change that persists to this day.Academic Mr. Frenkel wrote in the Australian newspaper The Age, “Our forefathers regularly got drunk together, and through their frequent interactions added an alcoholic slur（模糊）to our national speech patterns. For the past two centuries, from generation to generation, the drunken Australian accent continues to be taught by parents to their children.”Mr. Frenkel continued, “The average Australian speaks to jus t two-thirds capacity —with one-third of our speaking muscles always keep still as if lying on the couch. Missing consonants can include missing “t”s (Impordant), “l”s (Austraya) and “s”s (yesh), while many of our vowels are lazily transformed into other vowels, especially “a”s to “e”s (stending) and “i”s to “oi”s (noight).”The Australian accent has historically lacked regional variation because although the communities began as isolated（孤立的）settlements, there was a great deal of internal migration, particularly from Sydney where the first accent began.The most common fear people have about the Australian accent is that it’s becoming more Americanised. But Dr. Felicity Cox, an associate professor of linguistics at Macquarie University, said that accents are remarkably resistant to change from factors such as social media, and as long as people want to be known as Australian, they will keep the distinctive Australian sound. It will always remain a strong marker of national identity.1. What makes the Australian accent special?A. Verbal patterns of native speakers.B. Frequent interactions with foreign countries.C. Early residents’ custom of drinking alcohol.D. The popularity of the British education system.2. How may Australians pronounce the word “light”?A. Loight.B. Leght.C. Lighs.D. Lighd.3. What accounts for the lack of regional differences in Australian accents?A. Small numbers of populations.B. Isolated geographical locations.C. Similar lifestyle among residents.D. Large migrations within the country.4. What can we learn about the Australian accent according to Dr Felicity Cox?A. It has become more diverse than ever.B. It is a unique symbol of Australian identity.C. It has been greatly influenced by social media.D. It changes a lot based on American pronunciation rules.答案：CADB2023年高考英语阅读训练（二）Wearable Electronic SkinA team of Chinese researchers have recently developed a new type of self-powered flexible and transparent electronic skin to monitor subtle human activities, shedding light on the future of wearable electronics. This new e-skin integrates a flexible transparent supercapacitor（超级电容器）as an energy storage device with a stretchable transparent strain sensor. Thanks to its mechanical softness, the integrated e-skin can be directly attached to various parts on the body.As the largest organ of human body, skin is responsible for multiple major functions such as protection, perspiration, regulation of body temperature, and sensory stimulation（感觉刺激）. It forms the basis of people’s physical interact ions with the outside world.The ideal e-skin should be highly sensitive, self-powered, and suitable for the human skin. “Inspired by sensory functions and performance of real human skin, we have made the new e-skin both flexible and transparent to serve multiple functions. After charging, it is capable of monitoring of people’s subtle physical signals and multi-scaled activities in real-time. It can measure a person’s pulse, tell when they are swallowing, and detect other body movements,” said Lan Wei, a professor at the School of Physical Science and Technology of Lanzhou University and the leader of the research team.E-skin is the core of future wearable electronic devices. The new invention can be applied in smart health care, human-machine interaction, virtual reality and artificial intelligence. For example, it could help surgeons control surgical robots more precisely, enable people to “touch”over long distances, and create more immersive gaming experiences.Going ahead, the research team will focus on strengthening the sensory capacity and power supply of the e-skin, making it even more like human skin, which will in turn make it more adaptive to various future applications.1. What is the purpose of the new wearable e-skin?A. To monitor human activities.B. To regulate body temperature.C. To slow down the aging of human skin.D. To improve the flexibility of human skin.2. What is special about the new e-skin according to Lan Wei?A. It has large battery storage.B. It can be attached to human skin directly.C. It can meet diverse functional requirements.D. It is highly sensitive to environmental change.3. What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about the new e-skin?A. Its target users.B. Its medical value.C. Its working theory.D. Its application potential.4. Which is the most suitable title for the text?A. Electronic Skin: A New BreakthroughB. Electronic Skin: A Technology ReformC. Electronic Skin: The Welfare to Human HealthD. Electronic Skin: The Model of Wearable Devices答案：ACDA。

备战2024英语知识中考时文阅读练习五岁男孩挑战最长步道

Harvey and his parents finished the3in 209 days. It was hard but fun.Harvey got to watch4animals like frogs and lizards,eat colorful sweet treats to get5and make friends with other young children who also hiked(徒步旅行)the主题语境：旅行
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Harvey Sutton is a 5-year-old American boy.He had a lot to tell his teachers and classmates about his summer on his first day of school. This is1he just finished walking the Appalachian Trail,one of the longest footpaths(小路) in the world, in August,2021.The 3,500-kilometer-long trail214 states in the eastern United States.
9. A.control B.stop C. change D. break
10. A. taller B. stronger C.healthier D.cleverer
Harvey was four years old when he and his parents began their walk. He6five before completing the walking. He is several months younger than"Buddy Backpacker" a boy who was7the youngest person to finish the trail. But the youngest of all now is a 4-year-oldgirl who finished the trail last October.

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时文限时阅读训练多发性硬化症（Multiple sclerosis）是一种影响包括大脑、视神经和脊髓等中枢神经系统的疾病。

来自哈佛大学附属研究院安?罗姆尼中心研究神经系统疾病的一群专家开始研究为什么多发性硬化症会随着季节的变化而变化――随着白天时间的变短而有所改善。

For patients and clinicians alike，its long been a mystery：Why do symptoms of multiple sclerosis （MS）seem to get better in the winter and worse in the summer？A group led by Francisco Quintana and collaborators have found an explanation that could lead to a deeper understanding of the disease and more targeted treatment options for patients. By looking first broadly at possible environmental factors and then deeply at preclinical models of MS，the research team found that melatonin―a hormone involved in regulating a persons sleepwake cycle―may influence MS disease activity. The team reports its findings this week in Cell.“We know that for multiple sclerosis and most autoimmune diseases，both genetic and environmental factors play an important role，but in the last decade，most research has focused only on the genetic side of the equation，”saidcocorresponding author Q uintana. “But we wanted to see what environmental factors would reveal to us about this disease. We knew that MS disease activity changed with the seasons. What weve uncovered offers an explanation for why that is the case.”Quintana and his colleagues began by studying patients. The team found that during the fall and winter，the group of 139 relapsing remitting MS patients they studied experienced a significant improvement in symptoms―a phenomenon thats been observed in previous studies. The team then explored a variety of environmental factors that have been proposed as possibly linked to MS symptoms，including vitamin D levels，UV incidence，and upper respiratory tract infections. But the factor that was consistently associated with severity of MS symptoms was melatonin. Melatonin levels are known to correlate with the durations of days―during the longer days of the spring and summer，levels are lower；during the shorter days of the fall and winter，levels are higher.Based on this observation，the team tested this lead in the lab，studying the role that melatonin may play on a cellular level. Using both a mouse model and human cells，they investigated the effects of melatonin on certain types of cellsknown to play a role in the immune response that leads to MS symptoms. The team found that melatonin affected the roles of two kinds of cells that are important in MS disease progression：pathogenic T cells，which directly attack and destroy tissue，and regulatory T cells，which are supposed to keep pathogenic T cells in check. “We found that melatonin has a protective effect，”said Quintana. “It dampens the immune response and helps keep the bad guys―or pathogenic T cells―at bay.”Although melatonin is available over the counter，it has significant drawbacks，including causing unwanted drowsiness. The teams goal is to tease apart the molecular mechanisms that underlie melatonins role in order to develop targeted，nontoxic drugs that are safe and effective with minimal side effects.“In the future，melatonin or its derivatives may be used in MS patients after appropriate clinical trials are conducted and dosage is established，”said Quintana. “However，extreme caution should be exercised：Our data do not show that melatonin or its analog s are effective in treating MS.”1. Which of the following descriptions is not right？A. Melatonin dampens the immune response and helpskeep pathogenic T cells at bay.B. The team found that pathogenic T cells directly attack and destroy tissue.C. The research team has no idea whether MS disease changed with the season.D. It is known that melatonin levels are associated with the durations of days.2. What can be inferred from the article？A. Most research focus only on the genetic side because environmental factors are not important.B. The research has developed targeted，nontoxic drugs that are safe and effective with no side effects.C. Why symptoms of MS seem to get better in the winter and worse in the summer is a myster.D. Scientists havent found out whether melatonin or its analogs are effective in treating MS so far.3. Which of the following factors is consistently linked to severity of MS symptons？A. Vitamin D levels.B. UV incidence.C. Upper respiratory.D. Melatonin.4. Which of the following word can best replace the underlined word in paragrah three？A. Avoiding.B. Decreasing.C. Relieving.D. Changing.5. What is the main idea of this article？A. Why MS symptoms may improve as days get shorter？B. What is multiple sclerosis （MS）？C. How to cure patients of multiple sclerosis （MS）.D. A deadly disease参考答案1―5 CDDCA（作者：潘井正，江苏省灌南高级中学）心灵驿站高三生如何摆脱强迫症困扰很多学子说自己很想学习，却越学越焦虑，越学成绩越下降，以致于越学越学不进去，甚至产生强迫症、抑郁症等严重心理问题。