【2020年时事热点新闻】做中考英语阅读理解：火星“好奇号”的最新探测结果
2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读 04 新闻报道
2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-新闻报道01（2023·全国·九年级假期作业）Shenzhen Daily 2023-02-28Getting a pie from the sky is becoming a reality in the city as online delivery platform Meituan has been allowed to start drone delivery service(无人机送餐服务), Shenzhen Evening News reported.At Galaxy World in Longgang District, a reporter from the newspaper watched how a meal has been delivered by the drone on Thursday. The drone slowly landed and a door above the Meituan Intelligent Dining Cabinet(储藏柜) opened slowly, where the drone put the meal box inside the cabinet.“It takes about 15 minutes to place the order and receive the meal. A lot of people have tried the drone delivery service here,” said a woman who just took her meal box out from the cabinet.During the year 2022, food and drinks such as noodles, fruits, coffee and milk tea and even flowers have been delivered through Meituan’s drone delivery system, the report said.The company said that as of last year, it had completed over 100,000 drone deliveries. Meituan started to explore drone delivery service in 2017 and started the try in early 2021. The service has an average delivery time of 12 minutes, which is less than traditional delivery methods, according to the company.There are only a few cities in the world with the advantages of drone delivery service, and Shenzhen is taking the lead in China, according to the report. However, there are still some problems with this kind of service. 1．Where is the meal box put?A．In Longgang District.B．Inside the cabinet.C．By the drone.D．At Galaxy World.2．What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A．Where the drone landed.B．When the service started.C．How the service provided.D．Who watched the drone.3．What can we learn from the last paragraph?A．Many cities around the world have the drone delivery service.B．The drone delivery service has many advantages in our daily life.C．Shenzhen is the first city starting drone delivery service in China.D．The drone delivery service is very popular all over the world.4．What is the passage going to talk about next?A．How to make good use of the drone delivery service.B．What problems the drone delivery service faces.C．How to solve the problems of the drone delivery service.D．What advantages the drone delivery service has.02（2023·广东汕头·校联考三模）A team of elderly women in Chongqing, serving as “shared-grandmas” to help working parents pick up their children from school and stay with the kids, has received a lot of likes online recently.The team of “shared-grandmas” from the Shipingcun Community in Chongqing’s Jiulongpo District includes nine retired (退休的) women, mostly empty-nesters (空巢老人). They volunteer to take care of 25 kids in the community.Working parents of the children who aren’t able to pick up their kids from school are in need of a temporary guardian (临时监护人). The volunteers can spare the time and energy for the family and ease (缓解) their loneliness by doing the job.Deng Lihong, 66, is a member of the team. Every weekday, she picks up the children from school, and accompanies them while they do their homework and play in the community room until their parents pick them up.“I feel young with the kids and my retired life is meaningful,” she said.“The program started in April and the number of the team members is still growing,” Cao Yidan, the chairman of Chongqing Amber Social Work Service Center, said.“The program is great and worth promoting (提倡) in other places in the country,” an Internet user said.“We encourage the retired women in the community to take part in this public service. It’s a win-win situation for the families in need and ‘shared-grandmas’. The feeling of achievement and happiness means a lot to them,” Peng Mei, the secretary of the Party Committee of Shipingcun Community, said.5．About working parents, we can learn from the third paragraph that ________.A．they want to go home directly after a day’s workB．they can’t pick up their kids from school on timeC．they hope their kids will help the elderly ease their lonelinessD．they think their kids need the care of grandmas6．The underlined word “accompanies” means “________” in the fourth paragraph.A．stays or goes somewhere with somebody B．helps somebody cook breakfastC．buys somebody some important things D．teaches somebody to do housework7．The “shared-grandmas” are ________ according to the passage.A．warm-hearted B．poor C．creative D．rich8．We can know from the passage that ________.A．all elderly women are encouraged to serve as “shared-grandmas”B．the program has started in all communities in the countryC．the working parents pay the “shared-grandmas” money for their workD．though the “shared-grandmas” are retired, they still play an active role in society9．What’s the best title of the passage?A．How the elderly spend their retired livesB．Empty-nesters volunteer to look after patientsC．“Shared-grandmas” — a win-win public serviceD．A program offers chances to all the elderly to let them enjoy themselves03（2023·云南昆明·云南师范大学实验中学校考三模）In December, 2022, Memphis Zoo in Tennessee announced that it would return Ya Ya, who arrived in the US in 2003. After her 20-year loan period(租借期) ended on April 7, China’s giant panda Ya Ya finally returned home from the US after 20 days.China prepared to welcome back Ya Ya and experts from Beijing Zoo arrived in the US in March to learn abouther habits and feeding situation from the zoo staff members. Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said that the quarantine(检疫) and feeding places for Ya Ya are ready along with her feeding plans and medical care.In January, visitors found that Ya Ya had become very thin, which made many Chinese and animal lovers abroad worry about her health and life quality at the Memphis Zoo. The Chinese Association of Zoological Gardens said in an announcement that giant panda Ya Ya had been well cared for since it was sent to Memphis Zoo in the United States in 2003, and no signs of neglect(忽视) had been found, based on videos of the giant panda, monthly health reports and annual physical examinations.Once Ya Ya finishes a 30-day mandatory(强制的) quarantine in Shanghai after landing in China, she will then be sent to Beijing Zoo.The news that Ya Ya would come back to China cheered up millions of Chinese people. By April 9, 250 million people had talked about Ya Ya on the Internet. “Come home soon, Ya Ya. I’ll go to see you in the zoo even if I have to wait in line all day long!” An Internet user commented(评论) on Sina Weibo.10．When did Ya Ya return from the US?A．On April 7, 2003.B．On April 7, 2023.C．On April 27, 2023.D．On December 13, 202211．Why did many Chinese and animal lovers abroad worry about Ya Ya?A．Because it had been neglected.B．Because it had become very thin.C．Because it had been well cared for.D．Because it had annual physical examinations.12．Which of the following statements is NOT true?A．China prepared to welcome Ya Ya back.B．Experts from Beijing Zoo learned about Ya Ya’s habits.C．The zoo staff members from Memphis Zoo didn’t know Ya Ya’s feeding situation.D．China prepared feeding plans and medical care for Ya Ya.13．What will happen to Ya Ya after a 30-day quarantine in Shanghai?A．She will be sent to Beijing Zoo.B．She will stay in Shanghai for further medical treatment.C．She will go back to the US.D．She will be put back in the wild.14．What can we infer from the Internet user’s words on Sina Weibo?A．He/She felt quite disappointed to know the news.B．He/She was surprised to hear the news.C．He/She felt angry to wait for a long time.D．He/She jumped for joy when he/she heard the news.04（2023·江苏苏州·苏州市第十六中学校考二模）“Tum left! Turn right!” In the information technology (IT) class, Zhang Ruixuan was controlling a robot to move around.“This is part of our artificial intelligence (AI) courses,” said the 10th grader from Beijing 101 Middle School. The school provides AI classes to both junior and senior high school students. Apart from compulsory (必修的) courses that teach basic knowledge, there are also optional (选修的) courses if students want to learn more.“This semester in our compulsory class, we have learned coding (编程) through a programming language called Python,” said Zhang. Using Python to code is a basic skill for training AI models. In recent years, Python has been tested in high school graduation exams in places like Beijing, Jiangsu and Anhui.In fact, having AI education in schools has become a growing trend (趋势) in many places, with Zhejiang province being atypical example. In 2020, Zhejiang added AI education into textbooks from Grade 5 in primary school all the way to senior high. In the city of Wenzhou, the government is planning to build 1, 000 AI experimental schools by 2025.“With the development of technology, our textbooks have been changing all the time,” said Shang Yin, an IT teacher from Beijing 101 Middle School. “From typing to using Word and Excel, and then today’s coding and AI, the courses are keeping up with the times and teaching students necessary skills.” In the future, there will be more jobs where AI knowledge is required. Even in daily life, people may need to understand things like Chat GPT and the internet of things. AI education will become increasingly important, Shang added.15．How did the writer start the passage?A．By drawing a conclusion.B．By telling a story.C．By describing a scene.D．By explaining the truth.16．What do we know about the AI class at Beijing 101 Middle School?A．It is an optional course.B．It only teaches basic knowledge.C．It teaches students to code with Python.D．It often makes students feel stressed.A．primary school B．junior high schoolC．senior high school D．college18．Why is AI education becoming increasingly important according to the passage?A．Because AI is included in all high school graduation exams.B．Because understanding AI is becoming a necessary skill.C．Because AI is going to take over school education.D．Because AI is students' most powerful competitor.05（2023·江苏盐城·校考二模）Zibo city in Shandong province has stormed the Internet since late February for its local barbecue. In March, the small city received about 4.8 million tourists. It is certainly not the only city that offers barbecue, or even the most famous one, but its seemingly sudden fame was steps in the making.Zhou Maosong, president of the Zibo Tourism Promotion Association said the popularity started from the crowd-gathering effect of cultural and tourism activities including a music festival. Then famous people tasted the barbecue and put their experiences online attracting young people, which led to a wave of students from neighbouring cities visiting Zibo. What better way to lure adventurous and hungry college students other than “tasty barbecue that makes you full within only 50 yuan!” However, Zibo did not fall into the trap (陷阱) of easy fame that dies fast where sellers cheat buyers on price and quality for the most profit (盈利) in the shortest time. A blogger on Douyin took an electronic scale (电子秤) to ten barbecue stands in Ziboto test if he would be offered less food. It turned out that not a single one was caught short of weight and some owners even offered him local snacks for free. Local people’s honest and friendly behaviour touched even more people online and again lifted the city’s popularity.Zibo’s successful story has inspired governments in other parts of the country to find their ways of supporting local businesses.19．What does the underlined word “lure” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A．Attract.B．Challenge.C．Follow.D．Organize.20．What are the other reasons for Zibo’s popularity besides the crowd-gathering effect?①Famous people’s recommendation.②Barbecue at low prices.③Support from neighbouring cities.④Local people’s kindness.A．①②③B．②③④C．①②④D．①③④21．Where is the passage probably taken from?A．A science fiction.B．A travel guide.C．A food advertisement.D．A news report.06（2023·山东日照·日照市新营中学校考三模）The common problem of myopia (近视) among students has been a big challenge for China to deal with for many years. According to reports, about 35.6 percent of primary school students and nearly 81 percent of senior high school students are nearsighted (近视的) in China.Considering this background, Wantang Primary School in Yunnan province really stands out. This is because none of the students at this school suffer from myopia. Parents, teachers and eye experts began discussing whether the school’s experience can be used to tackle the rising level of myopia across China.Yang Chenhao is a doctor at the Children’s Hospital of Fudan University. He said that while the school is a special case, some of its methods are highly worth learning, such as keeping children away from mobile phones and getting them outdoors more often.Yang Qingyi is a teacher at the school, which has 536 students. He said that all children are required to go outside during class breaks. “Even for quiet kids, we encourage them to take a walk outside,” he said. When the three sports teachers there are busy, teachers of other subjects will work as trainers to teach basketball and table tennis.“If there is one piece of advice that we can share on achieving zero myopia, I would say large amounts of outdoor activities,” said Sun Fubiao, the primary school’s headmaster. Sun said that a number of his students’ parents are working in other areas, so the school has fixed six public phones while not allowing use of personal mobile phones.“In teacher-parent WeChat groups, we often remind parents to pay attention to kids’ eye health when they are at home for weekends or vacations,” he added.22．How is the first paragraph organized?A．By listing numbers.B．By telling stories.C．By giving examples.D．By comparing facts.23．What does the underlined word “tackle” probably mean in Chinese?A．解释B．应对C．提升D．保持24．What can we know from Yang Chenhao’s words?A．Doctors should work with primary schools.B．Wantang Primary School is worth learning in some ways.C．Children should not use a mobile phone.D．Parents should pay more attention to their kids.25．What is the most important way to achieve zero myopia according to Sun Fubiao?A．Less time of learning at school.B．Fixing enough public phones.C．Much time of outside activities.D．Working with kids’ parents.参考答案：1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B【导语】本文主要介绍了美团推出的无人机送餐服务，包括其操作流程、研发过程及发展前景。
2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读(原卷版)
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—。
(含答案)中学英语阅读短文之《火星探测》
（含答案）中学英语阅读短文之《火星探测》阅读短文并回答问题NASA’s Curiosity vehicle recently recorded the largest level of methane （甲烷）ever measured during its seven-year Mars mission.The discovery is exciting because the existence of methane gas could support the case for life on Mars.Methane has no color or smell.A special instrument on Curiosity’s Mars Science Laboratory recorded the increased gas level.The device,called a laser spectrometer,measures levels of chemical elements and gases in the Martian atmosphere.In addition to methane,the instrument can record levels of water and CO2.Nearly all the methane gas found in Earth’s atmosphere is produced by biological activity.It usually comes from animal and plant life.But it can also be formed by geological（地质的）processes,such as interactions between rocks and water.NASA said the increased methane was measured to be about21parts per billion by volume(ppbv).One ppbv means that if you take a volume of air on Mars, one billionth of the volume of air is methane.It was not the first time Curiosity has found methane gas in the Martian atmosphere.About a year ago,NASA announced that Curiosity had discovered sharp seasonal increases in the gas.This time,NASA said the measured methane gas level was clearly larger than any others observedin the past.NASA officials even temporarily stopped Curiosity’s other activities to investigate further.“It’s exciting because microbial（微生物的）life is an important source of methane on Earth,”NASA said in a statement announcing the discovery. However,Curiosity’s team carried out a follow-up methane experiment that showed a sharp drop in levels of the gas.The second examination found the level was less than one part per billion by volume.That number was close to the background levels Curiosity sees all the time. The rise and fall of the methane gas levels left NASA scientists with more questions than answers.The scientists are continuing to study possible causes for the sudden increase.The methane mystery continues.Curiosity does not have instruments that can exactly identify whether the source of the methane is biological or geological.One leading theory is that methane is being released from underground areas created by possible life forms that disappeared long ago.Even though Mars has no active volcanoes,scientists believe it is also possible that methane is being produced by reactions involving carbon materials and water.A clearer understanding of methane levels over time could help scientists determine where they’re located on Mars.Scientists hope this understanding will come as Curiosity continues to collect methane data in its search for possible life.1.Curiosity discovered.A.the largest methane gas level ever on MarsB.the existence of life on MarsC.the reason for the increased methaneD.interactions between rocks and water2.Why did NASA officials once stop Curiosity’s other activities?A.To seek possible life existing on Mars.B.To check the quality of Curiosity’s mission.C.To find seasonal increases in the methane gas.D.To further examine the methane gas level on Mars.3.What can we learn from the last three paragraphs?A.Causes for the change of methane have been proved by Curiosity.B.Curiosity has proved the location of methane by instruments.C.Scientists think underground materials’reactions may produce methane.D.Identifying the source of methane helps scientists search for possible life on Mars.4.The passage is probably taken from.A.a geography textbookB.a science newspaperC.a health magazineD.a travel brochure参考答案1–4ADCB生词及长难句1.NASA美国国家航空航天局2.Mars n.火星3.Curiosity’s Mars Science Laboratory“好奇号”火星科学实验室4.The device,called a laser spectrometer,measures levels of chemical elements and gases in the Martian atmosphere.句子主干：The device measures levels.参考译文：该装置叫做激光光谱仪，可以测量火星大气中化学元素和气体的含量。
（含答案）中学英语阅读短文之《火星探测》
（含答案）中学英语阅读短文之《火星探测》（含答案）中学英语阅读短文之《火星探测》阅读短文并回答问题NASA’s Curiosity vehicle recently recorded the largest level of methane （甲烷）ever measured during its seven-year Mars mission.The discovery is exciting because the existence of methane gas could support the case for life on Mars.Methane has no color or smell.A special instrument on Curiosity’s Mars Science Laboratory recorded the increased gas level.The device,called a laser spectrometer,measures levels of chemical elements and gases in the Martian atmosphere.In addition to methane,the instrument can record levels of water and CO2.Nearly all the methane gas found in Earth’s atmosphere is produced by biological activity.It usually comes from animal and plant life.But it can also be formed by geological （地质的）processes,such as interactions between rocks and water.NASA said the increased methane was measured to be about21parts per billion by volume(ppbv).One ppbv means that if you take a volume of air on Mars, one billionth of the volume of air is methane.It was not the first time Curiosity has found methane gas in the Martian atmosphere.About a year ago,NASA announced that Curiosity had discovered sharp seasonal increases in the gas.This time,NASA said the measured methane gas level was clearly larger than any others observedin the past.NASA officials even temporarily stopped Curiosity’s other activities to investigate further.“It’s exciting because microbial（微生物的）life is an important so urce of methane on Earth,”NASA said in astatement announcing the discovery. However,Curiosity’s team carried out a follow-up methane experiment that showed a sharp drop in levels of the gas.The second examination found the level was less than one part per billion by volume.That number was close to the background levels Curiosity sees all the time. The rise and fall of the methane gas levels left NASA scientists with more questions than answers.The scientists are continuing to study possible causes for the sudden increase.The methane mystery continues.Curiosity does not have instruments that can exactly identify whether the source of the methane is biological or geological.One leading theory is that methane is being released from underground areas created by possible life forms that disappeared long ago.Even though Mars has no active volcanoes,scientists believe it is also possible that methane is being produced by reactions involving carbon materials and water.A clearer understanding of methane levels over time could help scientists determine where they’re located on Mars.Scientists hope this understanding will come as Curiosity continues to collect methane data in its search for possible life.1.Curiosity discovered.A.the largest methane gas level ever on MarsB.the existence of life on MarsC.the reason for the increased methaneD.interactions between rocks and water2.Why did NASA officials once stop Curiosity’s other activities?A.To seek possible life existing on Mars.B.To check the quality of Curiosi ty’s mission.C.To find seasonal increases in the methane gas.D.To further examine the methane gas level on Mars.3.What can we learn from the last three paragraphs?A.Causes for the change of methane have been proved by Curiosity.B.Curiosity has proved the location of methane by instruments.C.Scientists think underground materials’reactions may produce methane.D.Identifying the source of methane helps scientists search for possible life on Mars.4.The passage is probably taken from.A.a geography textbookB.a science newspaperC.a health magazineD.a travel brochure参考答案1–4ADCB生词及长难句1.NASA美国国家航空航天局2.Mars n.火星3.Curiosity’s Mars Science Laboratory“好奇号”火星科学实验室4.The device,called a laser spectrometer,measures levels of chemical elements and gases in the Martian atmosphere.句子主干：The device measures levels.参考译文：该装置叫做激光光谱仪，可以测量火星大气中化学元素和气体的含量。
2021年中考英语热点火星及火星探测的历程专题训练
2021年中考英语时事热点话题阅读太空探索火星一、阅读理解B1Why is it called Mars? You might have asked yourself this before. Well, Mars is the name of the Roman god of war. People have seen the planet as a symbol of war for thousands of years. The ancient Greeks（希腊）called the planet Ares after their god of war. Chinese people called it the“fire star" for the same reason.Scientists have been interested in the planet since long before any space tasks. Egyptian scientists first saw Mars in the sky more than 4,000 years ago. Since then, people from all over the world have studied the planet.Over the years, scientists have continued to study the planet and learned some basic things about it.Mars is 10 times lighter and about 6 times smaller than Earth. Earth is 93 million miles (about 150 million km) from the sun, while Mars is 142 million miles away. That means it is much colder on Mars. In fact, the average temperature on Mars is - 62℃. Scientists found water on Mars long ago, but because of the low temperatures there, it is frozen. One day on Mars is called a sol and is about 40 minutes longer than one Earth day. The Red Planet's surface gravity（引力）is only 37% as strong as Earth's, meaning you would be able to jump nearly two times higher on Mars.1. What did the ancient Greeks call Mars?A. MarsB. AresC. T he“fire star"D. The Red Planet2. Which of the following is TRUE about Mars?A. Chinese scientists first saw Mars.B. Mars is lighter and bigger than Earth.C. Earth is father from the sun than Mars.D. A sol is about 1480 minutes.3. An astronaut may jump like____on Mars.A.Earth MarsB.Earth MarsC.Earth MarsD.Earth Mars4. The passage is probably taken from a(an) ________.A. history bookB. story bookC. science bookD. art bookB2Now，it may be difficult to predict the future，but many people believe that we will live on Mars by the year 2100. Our own planet，Earth，is becoming more and more crowded and polluted. Well，what problems will we need to solve before we prepare to go to Mars?First of all，transport should be much better. At present, humans need to spend months going to Mars by spaceship. However，by 2100，spaceship can travel at half the speed of light. It might take us two or three days to get there!Secondly，humans need food，water and air to live. Scientists should develop plants that can be grown on Mars. These plants will produce the food，water and air that we need. However，there is no answer for all the problems now.There is also a problem for us to live on Mars. Mars attracts us much less than the Earth does. This will be dangerous because we could easily jump too high and fly slowly away into space there. We will have to wear special shoes to make ourselves heavier.In some ways，life on Mars may not be better than that on the earth today. Food will not be the same — meals will probably be in the form of pills and will not be as delicious as they are today. Also，space travel will probably make many people feel very uncomfortable.1. According to the passage，by the year 2100，we will possibly live_____.A. on MarsB. on the moonC. in the spaceshipD. in the sea2. So far，how long does it take us from the earth to Mars by spaceship?A. Two or three days.B. A few days.C. A few months.D. A few years.3. According to the passage，which of the following is wrong?A. A special plant which can produce water，air and food should be needed on Mars.B. We may go to Mars when transport is much better and faster.C. We can jump higher on Mars than on the earth.D. Food on Mars will be much better to eat.4. We will have to wear special shoes to _____ if we want to live on Mars.A. make ourselves lighterB. walk fasterC. make ourselves heavierD. jump higher5. Why do we want to live on Mars?A. Life on Mars is more interesting than that on the earth.B. The earth is becoming dirty and there are too many people..C. The journey to Mars is very interesting.D. The scientists want us to do that.B3Mars is a planet. It is the fourth planet from the sun and is more than 200 million kilometers from it. That is a very long way. Mars is also a very long way away from the earth but sometimes you can see it clearly at night. Most stars are white. Mars is a bit red.It is not a very big planet. It is about half the size of the earth. The earth has one moon. Mars has two moons. They are called Photos and Deimos.Long ago, the only way to study Mars was just to look at it. People with good eyes could see me things but not everything.Later on, it was easier, because scientists had telescopes. They could see Mars more clearly. They learned much more about Mars this way.In the 20th century things got even better. First of all, we had spacecraft (宇宙飞船).They flew close to Mars and sent back information. Then, they sent spacecraft to fly in orbit (轨道) around Mars. Finally, spacecraft landed on Mars. Maybe one day a man will walk on Mars.A man named Jamie works for NASA with the team sending a spacecraft to Mars. "We landed a rover (探测车) on Mars" he says. "It is called Curiosity."What is a rover? It is a machine that looks like a car. It can move about on Mars. It has cameras to take photos and it sends them back to the earth. It can study the rocks and air of Mars. It sends all this information back to the earth.1. Which one is TRUE about the facts of the Mars?A. It is over 200 million kilometers from the sun.B. We can see the Mars is a little white at night.C. It is much larger than the earth.D. Mars has only one moon.2. What does the underlined word telescopes mean according to the passage?A. 放大镜B. 望远镜C. 摄像机D. 显微镜3. Which tool can carry the man to walk on Mars?A. Good eyes.B. Telescopes.C. SpacecraftD. Rover.4. What can't the rover do from the last paragraph?A. Move about on Mars like a car.B. Take photos by cameras and send them back to the earth.C. Study the rocks and water of Mars.D. Send all the information back to the earth.5. The passage is mainly developed by________.A. asking some questionsB. giving some adviceC. following the order of timeD. following the order of importanceCMission to MarsOn July 4, 1997, space exploration took a huge step. On that day, a spacecraft called Pathfinder landed on Mars. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) sent Pathfinder to discover new information about the Red Planet.The mission was a complete success. After landing, Pathfinder sent a small rover (漫游机器人), Sojourner, onto the planet's surface. Sojourner explored more than 250 square meters of Mars. Together, designed Sojourner to last for only seven days, but little vehicle ran twelve times longer! Pathfinder surprised scientists, too. It sent back information for almost three months. That was three times longer than it was built to last.Because Pathfinder and Sojourner ran for so long, scientists got more information than they ever dreamed of getting. For one thing, they discovered that Mars is very sandy. Pictures of sand dunes（沙丘）around the land site hint that Mars once had water. Scientists know that water means life. Was there ever life on Mars? We don't know yet. In addition, the Pathfinder mission told scientists that Mars is dusty. Huge "dust devils" on Mars spit enormous amounts of dust into the Martian air. Pathfinder also discovered frosty Martian temperatures at 200 degrees below zero Fahrenheit. At that temperature, a glass of water would freeze solid in just a few seconds.In October, scientists lost Pathfinder's signal because the spacecraft's battery（电池）had run down. They tried to revive（复活）the signal but had no luck. The mission officially ended on November 4.Scientists hope to use the knowledge from these missions to better understand how life on earth began. They will also use it to plan future Mars missions.1. What did NASA do to get information about Mars?A. NASA sent the spacecraft Sojourner to Mars.B. NASA sent engineers on a three-month space mission.C. NASA sent the spacecraft Pathfinder to Mars.D. NASA sent astronauts to run tests for seven days.2. What was the main reason NASA considered the Pathfinder mission a success?A. Scientists found out that Mars is very cold and dusty.B. Scientists got more information than they ever dreamed of getting.C. Scientists learned that Mars definitely had water at one time.D. Scientists found out that there was once life on Mars.3. You can learn from this passage that ________A. dust devils on Mars made the photographs hard to see.B. Martian temperatures caused Pathfinder's battery to fail.C. scientists suspect that life on Earth began on Mars.D. scientists will look for signs that life existed on Mars.DWill humans someday live and work on Mars(火星)? Many scientists think so. In fact, they are already working on plans to turn Mars into a new earth.Humans need three basic things to live: water to drink, and food to eat. Because there are not enough of them, it isn’t possible to live on Mars right now. For one thing, there is not enough oxygen. There is also no running water —just some ice. So how can we make Mars inhabitable? The answer is a process called terraforming.Terraforming means changing the environment of a planet so that it is similar t o Earth’s. On Mars, the average temperature is about -60 degrees Celsius. So one of the main goals ofterraforming Mars is to warm it up. One idea for warming Mars comes from a problem here on Earth. Most scientists agree that Earth is becoming warmer because of increased levels of carbon dioxide (二氧化碳). We might create similar conditions on Mars by building factories that send out carbon dioxide, which will change the environment there. Carbon dioxide will melt the ice in Mars’ polar areas. When the ice becomes water, the water will send out the carbon dioxide that is inside the ice. In addition, rain will fall, and it may be possible to grow plants for food. The plants will add more oxygen to the air.There will be many difficulties in terraforming Mars. The project could take many centuries, and the cost will be high. We have some of the technology, such as the ability to create carbon dioxide, but not the money. However, life on Mars is a real possibility in the future.1. Why isn't it possible to live on Mars right now?A. Because the temperature on Mars is too high.B. Because it is too far away from us to reach.C. Because people don't like living on other planets.D. Because there aren't the three basic things to live on Mars.2. What is the third paragraph mainly about?A. Making Mars warm up by building factories.B. Why we should move to Mars.C. How to make the environment of Mars similar to Earth's.D. How carbon dioxide changes our environment.3. What is the most difficult thing in terraforming Mars?A. The ability to create carbon dioxide.B. Finding the scientists to do it.C. The technology to go to Mars.D. Finding enough money to do it.4. What can we infer (推断) from the text?A. It’s extrem ely hot on Mars.B. More carbon dioxide brings more help to Earth.C. Life on Mars is impractical.D. The ice in Mars’ polar areas will contain carbon dioxide.5.What is the most possible meaning of the underline word “inhabitable” in paragraph 3?A. livableB. comfortableC. strangeD. unbreathable单词积累: oxygen 氧气average 平均的polar极，极地melt融化century 世纪，百年时文阅读：阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题China's Mars rover begins exploring Red PlanetChina's Martian rover Zhurong has started its scientific exploration after moving from the landing platform （平台）onto the Red Planet's surface on Saturday morning, May 15th, according to the China National Space Administration.The 240-kilogram robot is tasked with surveying Mars'landforms, geological structures, soil characteristics,potential locations of water and ice, and atmospheric andenvironmental traits, as well as magnetic, gravitational andother physical fields, the statement said.Saturday's exploration marked the beginning of achallenging new chapter in the Tianwen 1 mission, one of the most sophisticated(复杂的) space adventures ever attempted.Tianwen 1, named after an ancient Chinese poem, was launched by a Long March 5 heavy-lift carrier rocket on July 23 from the Wenchang Space Launch Center in the southernmost island province of Hainan, kick-starting China's first mission to another planet.Before Tianwen 1, no country had tried to send an orbiter（绕行）, a lander and a rover in a single expedition to Mars.Tianwen 1's landing on Mars on the morning of May 15, 2021,becoming the first Chinese spacecraft to land on another planet.During the past week on the landing capsule（太空舱）, Zhurong, named after an ancient Chinese god of fire,is now about 320 million kilometers from Earth. It is the sixth rover on Mars, following five others launched by the United States.The 1.85-meter-tall robot is propelled by six wheels and powered by four solar panels, and can move at 200 meters an hour on the Martian surface.1.Is China's Martian rover a kind of robot?2.What is China’s Martian rover’s name?3.When was Tianwen 1 landed on the Mars?4.How tall is the rover?5.What is the mainly purpose of this passage?二、完型填空Do you know Mars? We are always 1 , “Is there life on Mars?” We all know that it is difficult for people on the Earth to live on Mars because we need water and oxygen to2 , but there is little oxygen on Mars.Living on Mars seems like living on a very high mountain. There is very thin 3 . It might be 20 degrees above zero at noon and 60 degrees below zero 4 .A lot of people think there may be plants on Mars. We know that Mars has carbon（碳）.This is a kind of material 5 in all plants and animals on the Earth. Through a telescope (望远镜), Mars looks red. In some places, it seems grey. At times the grey colour turns grey-green, then brown, and then grey again. The grey-green colour may be a kind of6 . Life changes colour with he seasons. At first scientists thought the red planet was aslifeless as the Moon with dust storms blowing over the large sandy deserts. But Mars seems not as 7 as we once believed it to be. According to an analysis (分析) on the recent Mars pictures, NASA (美国航空航天局）announced in September 28, 2015 that there is 8 on Mars. If that’s true, there will be hope of finding life on Mars.1. A. talking B. wondering C. knowing D. telling2. A. drink B. eat C. live D. breathe3. A. air B. earth C. oxygen D. gas4. A. at night B. in the daytime C. in the morning D. in the afternoon5. A. seen B. heard C. called D. found6. A. animal B. plant C. earth D. people7. A. cold B. hot C. dry D. wet8. A. water B. ice C. plants D. life2Maybe you know a lot about the city you live in. You may even know some interesting facts about earth, but what do you know about Mars? Will there be 1 there just like people on earth?Mars is the fourth planet from the sun and it’s the most like earth, but it’s mu ch 2 than earth because it’s farther from the sun. It’s also the only pl anet whose surface can be 3 from the earth.Mars is often called “the red planet” b ecause the rocks on it have a dark 4 colour. There are strong winds on Mars that can 5 dust into the hills.For many years, people have 6 Mars. They have sent instruments and robots there. Some of the robots got there, but most failed.NASA(美国国家宇航局) sent two robots to Mars years ago. They wanted to 7 signs of water and life on Mars. Some day, humans will travel to Mars and have an even 8 look at our red neighbour. Maybe it could be you!1. A. sound B. life C. air D. water2. A. hotter B. colder C. bigger D. smaller3. A. seen B. wrote C. heard D. visited4.. A. yellow B. black C. white D. red5. A. blow B. look C. mix D. fly6. A. visited B. walked C. studied D. written7. A. leave B. use C. find D. give8. A. faster B. farther C. lower D. closer参考答案一、阅读理解B1: B D D CB2: A A D C BB3:A B C C CC: A B DD: D C D D A二、阅读短文，根据短文回答问题1.Yes.2.Zhurong.3.On the morning of May 15, 20214.1.85 meters tall.5.China's Mars rover begins exploring Red Planet三、完型填空1. B C A A D B C A2. B B A D A C C B。
初三英语太空探索与宇宙科学阅读理解25题
初三英语太空探索与宇宙科学阅读理解25题1<背景文章>Mars Exploration: Past, Present and FutureMars has always fascinated scientists and space enthusiasts alike. In the past, several missions have been launched to explore the Red Planet. The Viking missions in the 1970s were among the first to land on Mars and conduct scientific experiments.These early missions provided valuable insights into the Martian atmosphere, surface features, and potential for life. Since then, many more missions have been sent to Mars. The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, for example, has been studying the planet from orbit, mapping its surface and looking for signs of water.Current research on Mars is focused on understanding its geology, climate, and potential habitability. Scientists are also looking for evidence of past or present life on Mars. Future plans include sending humans to Mars. This would be a major milestone in space exploration.However, there are many challenges to overcome before humans can set foot on Mars. These include the long journey time, radiation exposure, and the need for sustainable life support systems.1. The Viking missions were launched in ____.A. the 1960sB. the 1970sC. the 1980sD. the 1990s答案：B。
2020年中考英语时政热点阅读理解预测题一
2020年中考英语时政热点阅读理解预测题一一、“胖五”发射成功！中国航天迎来新突破。
二、新中国成立70周年：历经风雨，创造奇迹。
三、人物传记——冲在抗役第一线，风趣直率的医生张文宏四、2019-2020年上海垃圾分类初战告捷，其他城市准备好了吗？五、比病毒更可怕的是偏见。
六、新冠疫情之下，东京奥运会推迟举办。
七、介绍祖国70周年取得的一些成就。
八、2019年12月25号建成的北京大兴国际机场，国家发展新动力源。
九、2020年1月27号因空难逝世的篮球巨星——科比。
十、战役，助学，停课不停学。
（1）“胖五”发射成功！中国航天迎来新突破。
The Long March 5 Y3 is China’s strongest rocket. XINHUAChina’s biggest and most powerful carrier (运载) rocket roared (轰鸣) into space on Dec 27, 2019.The Long March 5 kicked off its mission (任务) atthe Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan.The 57-meter-tall rocket, known as the LongMarch 5 Y3, is the tallest, strongest and mosttechnologically sophisticated (技术复杂的) rocketin China. Since it is much bigger than China’s otherLong March rockets, people call it “Fat 5”. Therocket is able to carry spacecraft (航天器) weighing up to 25 tons – roughly the weight of 16 midsize cars – into low-Earth orbit (近地轨道), China Daily reported. This payload capacity (有效载荷) is about 2.5 times greater than that of any other Chinese rocket.During the December launch, the Long March 5 successfully sent the Shijian 20 experimental satellite into orbit. At more than 8 tons, it is the heaviest and most advanced communications (通信) satellite built by China.T he launch also tested key technologies that will be used to take the Chang’e 5 probe (探测器) to the moon, according to the China National Space Administration.The success of the Long March 5 launch was hard-earned. The rocket’s first launch was carried out in November 2016 at the Wenchang center. A second mission took place in July 2017 at the same site, but failed to send a satellite into orbit. According to project leaders, in the two years since that failure, the rocket’s research team held more than 600 seminars (研讨会) and carried out at least 1,000 experiments and tests to improve the rocket.“Compared with the Long March 5 Y2 that was used in the failed second mission, the new one has about 200 technical improvements, including changes to the engine design,” Li Dong, the rocket’s chief designer (总设计师), said to China Daily.The future missions of the Long March 5 will include a trip to Mars, taking back moon samples (样本), and placing parts of a manned (载人的) space station into orbit.1. What do we know about the Long March 5?A. It was launched at the start of 2019.B. It was launched in Xichang.C. It is the tallest rocket in the world.D. It is the biggest Long March rocket.2. What is the payload capacity of other Chinese rockets?A. About 2.5 tons.B. About 10 tons.C. About 25 tons.D. About 63 tons.3. The Long March 5 was used to _____.A. improve satellite engineering technologiesB. send China’s heaviest satellite into orbitC. take the Chang’e 5 probe to the moonD. send a manned space station into orbit4.What the meaning of the underline word?A. 很难赚钱的B.来之不易的C.奋勇向前的D. 气馁的5. What is the last paragraph about?A. When the Long March 5 will stop working.B. How China’s space station will be built.C. What the Long March 5 will be used for in the future.D. What China’s space exploration will focus on in the future.【答案】中国最大的运载火箭发射成功，标志中国航天事业又一新的突破。
新闻发射火星探测器作文200字
新闻发射火星探测器作文200字英文回答：The launch of the Mars probe is a significant milestone in the field of space exploration. It represents the culmination of years of research and development, as well as the collective efforts of scientists and engineers from around the world. The probe is equipped with state-of-the-art technology that will allow it to conduct a wide range of scientific experiments and observations on the Martian surface.The successful launch of the Mars probe is a testament to human ingenuity and the spirit of exploration. It opens up new possibilities for the study of Mars and the search for signs of life beyond Earth. The data and images sent back by the probe will provide valuable insights into the planet's geology, atmosphere, and potential for supporting life.The launch of the Mars probe is an inspiring achievement that has captured the imagination of people everywhere. It serves as a reminder of the boundless potential of human endeavor and the endless frontier of space waiting to be explored.中文回答：火星探测器的发射是太空探索领域的重要里程碑。
2023年中考英语时事热点阅读专练 热点40 人类火星探测的新进展(学生版+解析版)
2023年中考英语时事热点阅读专练热点40 人类火星探测的新进展一、阅读理解1For a long time, humans have used technology (科技) to study the world around us, and Mars is the latest place we’re using machines to explore. Besides the earth, the “red planet” is seen, as the one pl ace in our solar system most likely to have life.Early last month, the first American robot, Spirit, landed on Mars without any problem. Opportunity, the second robot, landed on the planet more than a week ago. Scientists are very excited about these mac hines’ sa fe landing on Mars. It means that now we have an excellent chance to look for water and other signs of life. So far, the robots have found some stones that could show Mars was once a wet and warm planet.But the trips made by Spirit and Opportunity were d angerous. Mars is often called the “death planet”, because in the past its environment has been unfriendly to the robot explorers. Before Spirit and Opportunity, nearly forty spaceships had been sent to Mars since the 1960s. Two-thirds of them failed. The first spaceship, Korabl, sent in 1962 by Russia was among them. It broke apart (分裂) near the earth.1. For a long time humans think ________.A. they can surely find life on MarsB. there may be life on MarsC. it’s too late for them to explor e Mars nowD. Mars is the only planet that has life on it2. The two robots ________.A. have found out that it is warm and wet on MarsB. were sent to Mars to find some stonesC. were the first two American robots that landed on MarsD. are the only machines that have landed on Mars so far3. The third paragraph mainly tell us ________.A. it’s a very hard and dangerous trip for spaceships to MarsB. two-thirds of the spaceships sent to Mars have failedC. Spirit and Opportunity landed on Mars successfullyD. Mars is called the “death planet”2After traveling more than seven months in space, Tianwen 1 is one step closer to Mars! Tianwen 1, China’s first Mars probe, successfully entered Mars orbit (轨道) in February, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA). It will stay in orbit for about three months before landing on the red planet.A small step on the red planet will be a big step for human beings. Humans have launched 46 Mars exploration missions since October 1960, but only 19 of them have been successful, according to China Daily. It’s China’s first spacecraft to Mars, and the missions are rather ambitious. Tianwen 1 aims to achieve “orbiting, landing, and roving (环绕，着陆，巡视)” all in one journey, which will make the cou ntry the world’s first to achieve all three goals with one probe, mission scientists said.Among the three tasks, touchdown on the red planet is the most difficult. The result mainly depends on the “breathtaking (惊险的) seven minutes” to make sure Tianwen 1 land safely, according to the Global Times.February was Mars month. NASA’s Perseverance Rover (毅力号火星车) landed on Mars on Feb 19, and China’s Tianwen 1 and United Arab Emirates’ Hope Probe have arrived within orbit of the red planet. Although the three countries started their Mars journeys at almost the same time, their missions vary. Hope Probe successfully entered the orbit of Mars on Feb 9. Perseverance will collect samples (样品) of rock and soil for further research. Tianwen 1’s ultimate goal is to l and a rover on Mars in May or June, and it will carry out scientific research on Mars’ soil, environment, water and so on.“When we step into the far planets of the solar system, the magnitude (量) of the resources and timeline required will take global ac tion,” a US official said, highlighting (强调) the importance of international cooperation (合作) in space.4. Tianwen 1 aims to achieve ________ to set a record in Mars exploration.A. landing a rover on the red planetB. bringing back samples from MarsC. staying in orbit around Mars for monthsD. orbiting, landing and roving with one probe5. The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 4 refers to ________.A. Hope ProbeB. PerseveranceC. MarsD. Tianwen 16. What’s the biggest challenge tha t Tianwen 1 is facing in space?A. Achieving a safe landing.B. Lack(缺乏) of the resources and timeline.C. Collecting samples of rock and soil.D. Completing entering the orbit of Mars.7. What can we learn about Tianwen 1?A. It is expected to land on Mars in May or June.B. It will spend 10 months preparing for its landing.C. It’s one of the 46 successful Mars exploration missions.D. It’s the world’s first probe to enter the orbit around Mars.8. What can we infer (推测) from the US official’s w ords in the last paragraph?A. Space exploration calls for global cooperation.B. There are risks (危险) in exploring other planets.C. Tianwen 1 will reach other planets besides Mars.D. Exploring space takes considerable (相当大的) time and resources.3Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System (太阳系). Sometimes Mars is also called the “Red Planet”. Mars is the second closest to Earth and it is easy to see in the night sky. Like Earth, it has clouds, winds, seasonal weather and mountains and other familiar features. A day on Mars is about 24 hours and 37 minutes, while a day on Earth is about 23 hours and 56 minutes. Humans have started to explore Mars since the 1960s.Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of Space X, is considering getting people to go to Mars and finally setting up a base that can serve as an actual city, supporting one million people there.To build a city on Mars, rockets should be sent to Mars continually until there are enough resources (资源).The SpaceX team will build rockets that are able to be used 1, 000 times. With the rockets, spaceships with people and things will be sent to Mars. The spaceship is central to the plan. Each spaceship can carry up to 100 people and about 450 tons of things at a time and it will take about 80 days to get to Mars. To support the project, SpaceX is going to build 1,000 spaceships.Because it is really cold on Mars, human-friendly living spaces will be built under ground. On the ground, spaces will be built with special glass with plant life inside, where humans could walk around without spacesuits (宇航服). As for food, plants could grow in water instead of soil on solar-powered farms.“There is a good chance that we will not succeed,” Elon Musk says, “but we are going to do our best and try to make as much progress as possible.” Let’s hope that we will live a better life on Mars in the future.9. What do we know about Mars?A. It’s the fourth closest to Earth.B. It can’t be seen in the night sky.C. It’s the second planet from the Sun.D. It has something in common with Earth.10. What is Musk’s final plan?A. To build rockets to fly people to Mars.B. To have one million people live on Mars.C. To carry things from Mars back to Earth.D. To make Mars a place for people to have fun.11. How long will it take for a spaceship to fly to Mars?A. 23 days.B. 80 days.C. 100 days.D. 450 days.12. How does Musk feel about the plan?A. It is a piece of cake.B. It is sure to succeed.C. He may not make it but others will.D. He knows it may fail but he will try.4China has named the nation’s first Mars rover（火星车）ZhuRong. For all of us, Zhu Rong is a well-suited name.In an ancient Chinese story, Zhu Rong had the face of a man and the body of an animal. H rode on two dragons. When he had a big fight with Gong Gong, the god of water, Zhu Rong won. But after the fight, the human world came into complete darkness. Then he brought fire from heaven（天国）to the world.“Zhu Rong is regarded as the earliest god of fire in traditional Chinese culture,” a space official said. “The firstMars rover was named Zhu Rong. The name symbolizes（象征）light and hope for space exploration（探索）in our country, and means to guide humans to continue exploration.”After leaving the earth last summer, Zhu Rong circled Mars for several months and landed on it in May. In recent years, our country has sent up the world’s first quantum satellite（量子卫星）, and Chang’e-4 has made a soft landing on the moon. We have made great progress in space technology and will soon start building our own space station.13. What Zhu Rong brought from heaven to the world was ________.A. fireB. warsC. waterD. animals14. For China’s space exploration, the name Zhu Rong symbolizes ________.A. a big fightB. complete darknessC. light and hopeD. Chinese culture15. The underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refers to “________”.A. the earthB. MarsC. the moonD. the sun16. According to the passage, we can infer that ________.A. Zhu Rong is a bad person in an ancient Chinese storyB. China has made great progress in space technologyC. the writer is proud of China’s space technologyD. the official doesn’t like the name Zhu Rong5Tianwen I is China’s first Mars probe（火星探测器）. Where does the name come from? Do you still remember Qu Yuan, a famous poet in ancient China? He loved his motherland very much. His long poem “Heavenly Questions（天问）” expresses the continual hard work and the great spirit of the Chinese nation to science. That is why Tianwen I was officially named, which is quite cultural and beautiful.On July 14, 2020. Tianwen I arrived at the Wenchang Space Launch Site（发射站）in Hainan Province. The space probe Tianwen I based off（发射升空）at 12:41 p.m. on July 23, 2020, carrying a Long March 5 carrier rocket （长征5号运载火箭）. It took Tianwen I about seven months to travel to Mars.The China’s Mars rover（火星车）, Zhurong moved from is landing platform（平台）onto the surface of the Red Planet at 10:40 a.m. on May 15th, 2021, starting is exploration（探险旅程）around the landing site.The 240-kilogram robot was sent in to the sky to survey Mars’ landforms, geography situation, and something about water, ice, environment and other physical fields.Before Tianwen I, no country had ever tried to send an orbiter（运行器）, a lander and a rover in one single expedition（考察）to Mars.17. Which country is Tianwen I Mars probe from?A. China.B. America.C. Canada.D. Japan.18. Why was the first Mars probe here given the name, Tianwen I?A. Because of a book written by Li Bai.B. Because of a poem written by Qu Yuan.C. Because of a famous scientist.D. Because of a well-known engineer.19. When was Tianwen I sent into the space?A. On June 23, 2020.B. On June 24, 2020C. On July 23, 2020.D. On July 24, 2020.20. How long did it take Tianwen I to travel to Mars?A. About 3 months.B. About 5 months.C. About 7 monthsD. About 9 months.21. What does the Mars rover, Zhurong survey on Mars?A. Landforms and geography situation.B. Something about water, ice and environment.C. Other physical fields.D. All of the above.6Will humans someday live and work on Mars（火星）? Many scientists think so. In fact, they are already working on plans to turn Mars into a new Earth.Humans need three basic things to live: water to drink, air to breathe and food to eat. Because of the shortage of those above, it is impossible to live on Mars right now. Then how can we make Mars a right place for humans to live on? The answer is to change the environment of the planet so t hat it is similar to Earth’s.On Mars, the temperature is about —60℃. So one of the main purposes is to warm it up. One idea for warming Mars comes from a problem here on Earth ——climate change. Most scientists agree that Earth is becoming warmer because of increased levels of greenhouse gases（气体）in our atmosphere（大气）. We might create similar conditions on Mars by building factories that give off greenhouse gases. The gas will change the atmosphere on Mars. Rain will fall, and it may be possible to grow plants for food. There will be many difficultiesin changing Mars. The program could take many centuries, and the cost will be high. We have some of the technology, such as the ability to create greenhouse gases, but not the money. Anyway, life on Mars is a real possibility for future people.22. The writer writes this article to________.A. talk about living conditions on Mars at presentB. talk about difficulties people meet with on MarsC. introduce plans to turn Mars into our future homeD. introduce scientists’ discovery about our atmosphere23. ________is the key to warming Mars.A. RainB. PlantC. MoneyD. The greenhouse gas24. What can be inferred（推断）from the passage?A. Money is one of the difficulties to hold back the program.B. Mars is the only planet for humans to live on in the future.C. It is possible for people to live on Mars in the near future.D. Technology can change Mars into a right place to live on now.二、完型填空阅读下面短文, 掌握大意, 然后从等题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
2024年火星探测器成功发射作文
2024年火星探测器成功发射作文英文回答：In 2024, the Mars rover was successfully launched into space, marking a major milestone in space exploration. The rover, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, is set to explore the surface of Mars and gather valuable data for scientists back on Earth. This achievement is a testament to human ingenuity and determination, as it took years of planning and hard work to make this mission a reality.I remember watching the live broadcast of the launch with my friends, and we were all filled with excitement and awe as the rocket blasted off into the sky. It was asurreal moment, knowing that we were witnessing history being made. The successful launch of the Mars rover is a reminder of what we can accomplish when we come together and push the boundaries of what is possible.中文回答：2024年，火星探测器成功发射进入太空，标志着太空探索迈出了重要的一步。
2024年火星探测器成功发射作文
2024年火星探测器成功发射作文英文回答：2024 Mars Rover Successfully Launched.In 2024, the long-awaited Mars Rover mission finally became a reality. After years of planning and preparation, the spacecraft carrying the rover was successfully launched into space. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in space exploration.The mission to Mars has always been a dream for scientists and space enthusiasts alike. The Red Planet has captivated our imagination for decades, and the prospect of sending a rover to explore its surface was nothing short of thrilling.The launch itself was a nail-biting experience. As the countdown reached zero, tension filled the air. The engines roared to life, and with a thunderous roar, the spacecraftsoared into the sky. Cheers erupted from the control room as we watched the rocket disappear into the vastness of space.The journey to Mars would take several months, during which the spacecraft would traverse millions of miles. It was a test of endurance and precision. The team of engineers and scientists worked tirelessly to ensure the rover's safe arrival on the Red Planet.Finally, after what felt like an eternity, the spacecraft entered the Martian atmosphere. The descent was nerve-wracking, but the team's hard work paid off. The rover touched down gently on the Martian surface, and a collective sigh of relief echoed through the control room.Once on Mars, the rover began its mission to explore the planet's geology, climate, and the possibility of past or present life. Equipped with state-of-the-art instruments and cameras, it would provide us with valuable data and images of the Martian landscape.Months turned into years, and the rover continued to surpass expectations. It navigated treacherous terrain, endured extreme temperatures, and sent back stunning images of the Martian landscape. Its discoveries reshaped our understanding of Mars and opened up new possibilities for future exploration.In the years that followed, more rovers were sent to Mars, each building upon the knowledge gained from previous missions. The dream of sending humans to Mars became more tangible, and plans for manned missions took shape.The successful launch of the Mars Rover in 2024 was a triumph of human ingenuity and perseverance. It paved the way for future exploration and brought us closer to unraveling the mysteries of the universe.中文回答：2024年火星探测器成功发射。
新闻发射火星探测器作文
新闻发射火星探测器作文英文回答：Recently, there has been exciting news about the launch of a Mars probe. This significant event has captured the attention of people all over the world. The Mars probe is a spacecraft designed to explore the red planet and gather valuable scientific data.The exploration of Mars has always been a subject of great interest and curiosity for scientists. The launch of this Mars probe signifies a major milestone in space exploration. It opens up new possibilities for understanding the mysteries of the universe and the potential for human colonization of other planets.The Mars probe is equipped with advanced technology and instruments that will enable it to study the geological and atmospheric conditions of Mars. It will also search for signs of past or present life on the planet. Thisinformation will provide valuable insights into the possibility of sustaining life on Mars and the potentialfor future human missions.The launch of the Mars probe is a complex and challenging endeavor. It requires precise calculations and engineering expertise to ensure a successful launch andsafe landing on Mars. The scientists and engineers involved in this mission have worked tirelessly to make this mission a reality.The exploration of Mars holds great promise forscientific discoveries. It offers a unique opportunity to study the evolution of planets and gain a deeper understanding of our own planet Earth. By studying the similarities and differences between Earth and Mars, scientists can gain insights into the origins of life and the potential for life beyond our own planet.中文回答：最近，有关火星探测器的发射的消息引起了全世界人们的关注。
高考英语时事热点话题阅读：热点16 外太空探测与载人航天梦(学生版+解析版)
高考英语时事热点话题阅读热点16 外太空探测与载人航天梦一、阅读理解1Humans may not have landed on Mars (火星) yet, but that isn’t stopping a European company from devising a plan to send four people to the Red Planet within the next few years. This project, called Mars One, aims to send a small group of people to Mars in 2022 and eventually establish a permanent colony on the planet.＂Everything we need to go to Mars exists,＂said Mars One co-founder Bas Lansdorp in March 2014. ＂We have the rockets to send people to Mars, the equipment to land on Mars, the robots to prepare the settlement for humans. For a one-way mission, all the technology exists.＂Yet the four astronauts (宇航员) chosen for the trip will be stuck on Mars—forever. And despite Mars On’s thorough planning, there are a number of challenges that may prevent the mission from ever taking place. The biggest road blo ck could be the mission’s huge cost ($6 billion). However, Lansdorp is confident that Mars One will be able to fund the project by selling the broadcast rights for the mission and subsequent experiences living on the planet.Those broadcast rights will also play a part in helping to select the people who will be sent to Mars. Lansdorp said the company will hold a selection process similar to a reality show. Lansdorp is expecting at least 1 million applications from people around the world. In addition to the cost, several other potential problems could inhibit(阻止) the mission to Mars.＂It’s even more challenging to send people there with life support, with food, with air,with all the other things like books, entertainment, means of communication and of providing for their own resources for a long stay on Mars,＂said Adam Baker, senior lecturer in space engineering at Kingston University in London. ＂The sheer size of the r ockets you’d need to do this would be absolutely colossal.＂1. According to Bas Lansdorp, which of the following is NOT TRUE?A. For a one-way trip to Mars, all the technology exists.B. He could not come up with the fund for Mars One.C. We humans have the rockets to send people to Mars.D. We humans have the equipment to land on Mars.2. According to the passage, all the following statements are TRUE EXCEPT that ______________.A. a competition process will be held to select the four astronautsB. the cost of Mars One could go as much as $6 billionC. if it goes as planned, we could expect to watch Mars One on TVD. the four astronauts could return to Earth after a few years’ stay on Mars3. The word ＂colossal＂in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to ______________.A. very largeB. very smallC. mediumD. average4. Which of the following is an appropriate title for this passage?A. Ready for a Round Trip to MarsB. Ready for a Short Visit to MarsC. Ready for a One-Way Trip to MarsD. Ready for a Walk on Mars2Scientists have not found any signs of life on Mars yet,but they say a robotic vehicle called “Curiosity” is helping them learn a lot about the planet’s history and climate.Curiosity landed on Mars in August 2012 after travelling through space for more than eight months.It was sent to Mars by scientists from NASA in the United States.Curiosity is about the size of a car and has six wheels.It also has a robotic arm,cameras,and instruments that allow it to examine things it finds on the surface.Then it sends the information back to the earth.Curiosity’s main task is to find out if anything could live on Mars,either now or in the past.On Nov.2,NASA scientists held a press conference (新闻发布会) to discuss what Curiosity had found in its first two months on Mars.Curiosity has found soil that is similar to the sand formed by volcanoes (火山) on the earth.Scientists say that studying the minerals in Martian soil will help them understand what conditions were like on the planet in the past.Curiosity also found smooth stones like the ones found on river beds and seashores on the earth,where their rough edges have been worn down by water.Mars is very cold and dry now,but scientists say the smooth stones tell them that a river used to run through the place where they were found.Curiosity has been testing the atmosphere around Mars for a type of gas called methane (甲烷),but so far it has not found any.On the earth,most methane is produced by plants or animals.Methane on Mars might indicate that some type of tiny plants or animals lived there.Curiosity is the fourth robotic vehicle to be sent to Mars.It will continue to explore the planet for about two years.5. Which of the following descriptions about Curiosity is TRUE?A. It landed on Mars in January 2012.B. It is small in size and has four arms.C. It took over eight months to arrive in Mars.D. It was sent to Mars by scientists from Russia.6. According to the information sent back by Curiosity,scientists believe that .A. there’s no air on MarsB. Mars is warm and wet nowC. the soil on Mars is richD. there used to be water on Mars7. The underlined word “they” in Paragraph 5 refers to “”.A. smooth stonesB. riversC. robotic vehiclesD. volcanoes8. We know from the sixth paragraph that .A. some tiny animals once lived on MarsB. there are no plants or animals on Mars nowC. the atmosphere around Mars is full of methaneD. Curiosity is designed to test the atmosphere around the earth9. What is the main idea of the passage?A. Humans benefit a lot by going to Mars.B. Scientists will stop the research on Mars soon.C. It is possible to build an earth-like environment on Mars.D. A robotic vehicle helps scientists get useful information from Mars.3Is it possible to live on other planets? The United States government is taking a serious look at the moon and Mars as potential places for future human settlement. The moon could serve as a training ground for later journeys to Mars. Currently, with Mars becoming the eventual long-term goal, serious questions exist as to whether the dangers of the settlement on the moon are too extreme and unnecessary.One major reason the settlement on the moon is too dangerous is the difference between the atmosphere environment of the moon and Mars. Atmosphere is important because it protects humans and all other life from a continuous attack of radiation (辐射) caused by sources such as the sun. This radiation is especially dangerous to humans because it increases the risk of cancer and can negatively change DNA. The fact that the moon has no atmosphere can cause great harm to human beings. Although Mars’ atm osphere is significantly thinner tha n Earth’s, at least it has one and would create some sort of protective barrier for humans.Another important characteristic necessary for human settlement is natural resources like water, of which the moon is believed to have none. Mars, however, contains vast quantities of water ice, dry ice, and also snow. There is also sufficient evidence that water once existed at the surface of Mars and might return in the future if the planet warms. With increased technologies, the potential for settlers to remain on Mars by being increasingly self-sufficient makes Mars a much more attractive goal as the space settlement than the moon.Future settlers will not only benefit from potential water on Mars; the planet is also rich in other natural resources such as oxygen, hydrogen, and minerals, which can be well used in productive ways. For example, hydrogen can be used as fuel, and it can be combined with nitrogen (氮气) to form new materials necessary for human settlement. Due to these advantages,Mars would be a more successful planet for exploration and settlement because it contains the basic resources necessary for humans to survive.Since the environment of Mars is more similar to that of Earth and it contains resources necessary to help life exist, it should be the only option for any kind of long-term human settlement. The settlement on Mars would not only be a milestone in space but also an excellent chance for mankind to improve itself from past adventures on Earth and preserve and make the best use of the natural resources Mars has to offer.10. According to Paragraph 2, the atmosphere on Mars would .A. change the DNA structure of humansB. measure the harmful radiation from spaceC. provide protection against dangerous effectsD. cause humans to be exposed to serious illnesses11. What can be inferred about water on Mars?A. It is not present in a liquid state.B. It doesn’t exist in l arge quantities.C. It will bring potential dangers to settlers.D. It can be easily changed into liquid forms.12. The author believes that .A. exploration of Mars takes great riskB. natural resources on Mars last foreverC. settlement on Mars is perfectly acceptableD. Mars is more suitable for settlement than Earth13. Which of the following shows the development of ideas in the passage?CP: Central Point P: Point Sp: Sub-point (次要点) C: ConclusionA. B.C. D.4Junk can be an annoying thing. But dealing with the junk in your room is quite easy — just remove it. How about the junk in space? NASA is considering using lasers(激光) to move space junk around the Earth.Scientists suggest that the energy contained in the laser could change the junk’s course by 650 feet (about 198m) a day. While that won’t be enough to knock it out of orbit, it could avoid a collision with a space station or satellite. Where does space junk come from and why should scientists want to move it?There two main sources of space junk. One is exploded rockets. The largest amount of junk was caused by a rocket sent up into space in 1994. Its explosion in 1996 created a cloud of some 300,000 fragments(碎片), each at least 4 mm in size. Another source is astronaut error. Suppose an astronaut is doing a repair in space, he or she drops the wrench(扳手) and it’s gone forever. It spins into orbit, probably at a speed of around 6 miles(1.6km) asecond.Space junk is a huge threat to the lives of astronauts in space shuttles and on the International Space Station. A tiny speck(微粒) of paint from a satellite once dug a hole in a space shuttle window nearly half a centimeter wide.Scientists are fully aware of this problem. They monitor the paths of space fragments and immediately report any threat of an orbital impact. Some 20,000 pieces of rubbish are currently being monitored in low-Earth orbit.So far no effective ways have been found to avoid space junk.Is there any danger of us on Earth getting hit by space junk? Probably not. Scientists say most space objects that re-enter the Earth’s atmosphere burn up or re-enter over water. So relax! The chance of getting hit by a falling astronaut’s glove is small.14. According to the passage, which of the following probably is the greatest source of space junk?A. Space shuttles.B. Rocket fragments.C. Used satellites.D. Astronauts’ tools15. To deal with space junk around the Earth, NASA will use lasers to ________.A. knock space junk out of orbitB. destroy the space junk directlyC. move the space junk off courseD. prevent the space junk from spinning16. What can we learn from the passage?A. Scientists don’t think the space junk problem is serious.B. There are currently 20,000 pieces of rubbish around the Earth.C. Scientists have been following the paths of space junk closely.D. Several ways have been worked out for astronauts to avoid space junk.5At 8: 43 p.m. Beijing time on November 3, accompanied by the thunderous roar of engines, a 57-meter-tall rocket pushed itself into the sky over Hainan Province.An increasing number of Chinese rockets have been launched in the past few years, but this one was particularly significant. It was the first launch of the new Long March 5 rocket, which is much larger than previous versions of China’s carrier rockets. Its successful launch has pushed China to the forefront of the world in terms of rocket carrying capacity (容量、能力). The heavy-lift carrier rocket will enable China to build a permanent manned space station by 2022.“China is developing very rapidly into one of the major space players,” says Brian Harvey, a space analyst andauthor of China in Space: The Great Leap Forward. “You will see the Chinese quite visibly be gin to match the capacity of the other space powers.” “We are not satisfied with the achievements we have mad e in the fields of space technology. With the development of China’s space program, we are trying to make contributions to human knowledge about th e universe.” says Wang Chi of the National Space Science Center.For the next decade, the Tiangong Space Stat ion will be China’s principal destination. Although not as large as the International Space Station, it will have a broadly similar capacity to perform scientific experiments. China also plans to land a small rover (探测车) on the far side of the moon in 2018, which will be a world first. Also in the advanced planning stages is a over to go to Mars. Additionally, designs for a Long March 9 rocket are being studied. With the first launch of the rocket due in 2025, China could very well be in a position to land astronauts on the moon by 2030.China’s space program is making progress year upon year. It is quite clear that a dramatic shift in space power is taking place.17. Why was the launch on Nov. 3 particularly significant?A. It was first done from the sea in Hainan province.B. It was the first time to launch Chinese carrier rocket.C. It launched the biggest carrier rocket in the world.D. It marked a new era of space exploration in China.18. What is Paragraph 3 mainly about?A. Development of China’s space program.B. China’s contributions to space stations.C. Comments on China’s space exploration.D. China’s achievements in space technology.19. According to the text, what might China achieve for the next decade?A. To build a manned space station.B. To launch its Long March 5 rocket.C. To land astronauts on the moon.D. To perfect the International Space Station.20. What may be the best title for the text?A. The Great Event in HainanB. China’s New LaunchC. Chi na’s New Space PowerD. Space Plans for Next Decade6Mankind’s most famous “eye in the sky” turned 30 this year, taking a beautiful image of “space clouds” to celebrate.The Hubble Space Telescope, known to most simply as “Hubble”, was sent into space o n April 24, 1990. The telescope, one of our best space exploration tools, uses a large mirror to collect light and direct it into a powerful digital camera. This allows it to see parts of outer space that are located 10 to 15 billion light-years away.Each year on its birthday, the telescope takes a new image to celebrate. On its 30th birthday, Hubble took an image titled “Cosmic Reef”. The picture shows two big clouds of cosmic dust and gas: the giant red nebula NGC 2014 and a smaller blue nebula called NGC 2020, according to Space. The title of the image comes from NGC 2014’s appearance, as it looks like a large reef of red coral.Hubble has made many important discoveries over the last 30 years. For example, the telescope helped us discover four of Pluto’s five moons. This discovery made it possible to plan a mission for the New Horizons probe, which took never-before-seen images of Pluto in 2015. The telescope has also taken photos of pulsating stars. The regular pulses of light that come from these stars allow us to calculate the age of the universe, which is currently believed to be 13.7 billion years old.But Hubble’s work is not done yet. It is expected to continue working through the 2020s, when it will be joined by its successor, the James Webb Space Telescope, according to CNET.21. What is the text mainly about?A. How the Hubble Space Telescope works.B. The Hubble telescope’s 30th anniversary.C. How the Hubble Space Telescope has helped us explore space.D. How scientists chose the follower of the Hubble telescope.22. What can we learn from the passage about the Hubble Space Telescope?A. It was the best space exploration tool.B. It was designed to be in service for about 40 years.C. It can see the whole outer space.D. The James Webb Space Telescope will take place of it soon.23. How is the telescope’s birthday celebrated each year?A. By titling a new space picture.B. By naming a new nebula.C. By taking a new image of space.D. By taking a new image of itself.24. Where is the passage most likely to be found?A. A magazine.B. A novel.C. A report.D. An advertisement.二、完形填空What is the most fun you can have in 21 hours and 23 minutes? On 15 October 2003, Yang Liwei answered this question. His 25 in space took him 600,000 kilometers in orbit（轨道）, around the earth 14 times, in just over 21 hours. It made him China's first 26 in space. He had worked towards this 27 for many years.Born in 1965, Yang had wanted to 28 since he was a young boy. His friends and teachers have all said that he 29 science and technology from a young age. He always had a(an) 30 of flying.In 1983, he joined the army and went to flight school. He 31 in 1987 and became a pilot. In 1998, he 32 to be a member of Project 921, which is now called Shenzhou. He was one of the only 14 33 from 1,500 candidates（候选人）. The team spent the next five years being 34 . They not only studied all the subjects 35 to be an astronaut, but also learned 36 skills and all about how spaceship and rockets are built. Yang scored among the very 37 in everything the group studied.In September 2003, only three out of the 14 candidates were 38 for the Chinese space adventure, and Yang was one of them. He took all kinds of tests to 39 he was fit for this important task. 40 he did not get the best scores on every single test, it was his high scores on the psychological（心理的）tests that 41 won him the chance.In the end, Yang was indeed a 42 . His name will go down in history. The people of China can be 43 of him and young people all over the world can 44 him as an example of a man who managed to live his dream.25. A. sailing B. voyage C. walk D. leap26. A. tourist B. survivor C. astronaut D. volunteer27. A. goal B. idea C. risk D. reward28. A. explore B. operate C. compete D. fly29. A. ignored B. loved C. doubted D. refused30. A. dream B. chance C. opinion D. schedule31. A. dropped B. survived C. graduated D. succeeded32. A. wanted B. hoped C. deserved D. applied33. A. got B. taken C. selected D. kept34. A. recognized B. trained C. persuaded D. replaced35. A. required B. added C. simplified D. released36. A. walking B. communication C. management D. survival37. A. altitude B. middle C. top D. bottom38. A. designed B. picked C. coached D. praised39. A. prove B. admit C. expect D. mention40. A. Although B. Because C. Unless D. When41. A. frequently B. swiftly C. gradually D. finally42. A. concern B. failure C. success D. competitor43. A. confident B. proud C. afraid D. ashamed44. A. get along with B. care about C. deal with D. look up to三、七选五It sounds like something from science fiction —a space journey into the vast expanse of space, heading towards Mars. While we’re not quite ready to put a person on the land, the question we ask today is: 45. The space race saw the USA and USSR compete to achieve firsts in spaceflight. The Soviet Union released Sputnik 1, an artificial satellite, before anyone else.46. Now it appears that Mars is the heaven body of desire. While the reputation and bragging (吹嘘) rights to be the first nation to touchdown is an obvious draw, there are other reasons we want to get there.47. You only have to look at the fossilized remains of the dinosaurs to see the benefit of finding another habitable planet. While Mars doesn’t have the right conditions to call it home just yet, there’s always the concept of terraforming (地球化) — changing the environment of a planet to suit our needs.However, not everyone agrees.48. He has said the concept of changing habitability of another planet because of the damage we have done to Earth makes no sense when we can simply terraform Earth.It seems the main reason is the search for extraterrestrial (地球外的) life.49. Now seemingly dead, the potential fossils could answer questions about our own evolution and that of our planet. One theory is that bacterial life on our planet didn’t start here, but was transferred via asteroid (小行星) from Mars.A. And the US landed on the Moon first.B. Leading astrophysicist Neil Tyson is one of them.C. One of these could be the survival of our species.D. why are so many countries interested in going to Mars?E.It has been believed that, at one time, Mars was abundant with life.F.Surely inspiring a new generation to visit the stars is reason enough.G.may landing on Mars inspire more people to become interested in science?四、语法填空阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
2025 年中考英语新热点时文阅读-航空航天
2025年中考英语新热点时文阅读-航空航天01（2024·湖北·中考真题）So far,China has successfully sent a large number of satellites(卫星)and spaceships into space.Space scientists have been greatly inspired(赋予灵感)by the old stories and ancient famous people when giving them names.Since thousands of years ago,Chinese people have dreamed of going to the moon.Chang’e Flies to the Moon is one of the most popular stories.As you can see,China’s first man-made satellite to circle around the moon was named Chang’e I.More interestingly,the moon rover(巡视器)was named after the Jade Rabbit,who is the partner of Chang’e in the story.These old stories carry people’s best wishes and dreams.With the development of science and technology,our scientists have made them come true.Kua Fu Runs After the Sun is another story to show how much ancient Chinese people wanted to know about the unknown world.Now,Kua Fu is going with the scientists to“visit”the sun,because we have a space projectcalled KuaFu Mission.Besides the ancient stories,space scientists also get ideas from ancient famous people.For example,Mozi, an ancient scientist,discovered that light travels in a straight line over2,000years ago.His discovery made space study take a big step at that time.So,China’s first quantum(量子)science satellite was named Mozi,making China the first country in the world to achieve quantum communication between satellites and the ground.From such simple things as giving names to the satellites,we can see how great our traditional culture is and what influence it has on our modern science and technology.1．In China,space scientists get ideas from________when naming satellites.①old stories②traditional projects③ancient famous people④popular inventionsA．①②B．①③C．②④D．③④2．What do we know about Chang’e I according to the passage?A．It moves around the moon.B．It protects the Jade Rabbit.C．It“visits”the sun with the scientists.D．It is the world’s first man-made satellite.3．How does the writer support his opinion in Paragraph4?A．By listing numbers.B．By comparing facts.C．By giving an example.D．By reporting a result.4．Which is the right structure of the passage?(①=Paragraph1②=Paragraph2,…)A．B．C．D．5．What’s the writer’s main purpose of writing the passage?A．To spread the traditional Chinese culture.B．To explain how our scientists develop the space industry.C．To introduce the achievements in our science and technology.D．To tell how traditional Chinese culture influences our space science.02（2024·江苏扬州·中考真题）China has named the spacecraft that will put its astronauts on the moon.The new manned spacecraft is Mengzhou and the lunar lander is Lanyue.China plans to land its astronauts on the moon around2030.Check the table to learn the details on China’s exciting journey to the moon.MENGZHOU AND LANYUETake Chinese People’s Dream To The Moon CloserMengzhou—The manned spacecraftMeaning of the name:Dream boatThe name carries the Chinese people’s space exploration dreams to the moon.Main tasks:•Carry out China’s manned lunar exploration •Operate near-Earth space station Payload:For lunar tasks,it can carry3astronauts round trip between the ground and lunar orbit(轨道).For near-Earth orbit tasks,it can carry7astronauts round trip between the ground and space nyue—The lunar landerMeaning of the name:Clasping the moon The name symbolizes the bravery and confidence of the Chinese people in exploring the universe and landing on the moon.Main tasks:•Transport between lunar orbit and lunar surface•Serve as the center for astronaut activities,energy supply,and data transmission on the moon•Support lunar exploration and activities Payload:It can carry2astronauts round trip,lunar rover,and scientific payloads.Exploration Steps1.Two Long March-10rockets are launched(发射).One carries Mengzhou and the other carries Lanyue.2.The two spacecraft meet and join in lunar orbit and the astronauts enter the lander.3.The Lanyue lander sends the astronauts to the lunar surface.4.The astronauts carry out scientific exploration and sample(样本)collection on the lunar surface as planned.5.After completing the job on the moon,the Lanyue lander takes the astronauts to go up to lunar orbit.6.The two spacecraft meet and join again,and the astronauts take the lunar samples to the Mengzhou spacecraft.7.The Mengzhou spacecraft returns to Earth with the moon samples.6．Which of the following is Lanyue’s task?A．Operate near-Earth space station.B．Support Earth exploration and activities.C．Transport between the ground and space station.D．Work as the center for energy supply on the moon.7．What can we learn from the exploration steps?A．The same rocket sends Mengzhou and Lanyue into space.B．Astronauts reach and leave the moon in the Lanyue lander.C．Mengzhou and Lanyue join together at the space station.D．The Lanyue lander returns to Earth with the samples on the moon.8．What is the purpose of this passage?A．To encourage the youth to make inventions for China’s moon program.B．To tell the reader about the history of China’s lunar exploration journey.C．To offer suggestions on how to take up challenges in the lunar exploration task.D．To give information on the new spacecraft for China’s manned lunar exploration task.03（2024·四川自贡·中考真题）April24th is Space Day of China.Ever since Yang Liwei made it to space in 2003,about20Chinese astronauts have been sent into space.In space,astronauts face many problems.There is little gravity(重力)there,which influences their bodies. Also,being away from family and friends and staying in a tiny spaceship for a long time can make them feel sad or stressed out.What’s more,if something goes wrong suddenly,they have to fix it under huge pressure.That’s why astronauts have to be smart,strong,and ready for any challenge before they can go to space.To make sure that Chinese astronauts complete their tasks and return to Earth safely,8kinds,including over 200subjects of training,are set.Besides physical training,basic science knowledge and mock(模拟)tasks are included.Before astronauts can go to space,they train like this for at least three and a half years.In China’s manned space project,one of the most difficult parts of the training is the underwater training.This helps astronauts get ready for the weightless environment in space.And they wear diving suits(潜水服)over 100kilos and stay underwater for six hours every time.9．What problem do astronauts face according to paragraph2?A．They have to train under huge pressure.B．They are influenced by little gravity in space.C．They often worry about their family and friends.10．What do astronauts need to do before going to space?A．Master basic science knowledge.B．Experience8subjects of training.C．Get three years of underwater training.11．What does the underlined word“This”in paragraph4refer to(指代)?A．A diving suit.B．Underwater training.C．China’s manned space project. 12．What can be the best title for this text?A．Work Hard to Live in SpaceB．Train Hard to Work in SpaceC．Deal with Problems in Space04（2024·山东烟台·中考真题）A Long March5rocket took off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan province on May3,2024.After flying for about37minutes,it successfully placed the Chang’e6robotic lunar probe(月球探测器)into an Earth-moon transfer trajectory(转移轨道).Several days later the probe was programmed to land on the moon’s far side and started its tasks,which would last about53days.This is the world’s first try to bring samples(样本)from the moon’s far side.For China,it’s the second sample-return moon journey.Chang’e5successfully brought samples from the moon in the winter of2020.Up to now,10moon sample-return tasks have been carried out by the United States,the former Soviet Union(前苏联) and China,but all these samples were collected from the moon’s near side.The moon’s far side has always been a subject of scientific wonder because of its many mysteries.It’s facing away from Earth and it can never be seen from Earth.It was once called the“dark side of the moon”even though it receives just as much sunlight as the near side.Chinese researchers have found that the soil on the far side is much thicker than that on the near side,butthey haven’t found out the reason.Samples brought back by Chang’e5have helped scientists find that there were volcanic(火山的)activities on the near side around2billion years ago.Some scientists thought maybe volcanoes became inactive on the far side about4billion years ago.Is it true?Samples from the far side will allow them to know the answer.“Comparing the make-up of the far side samples from Chang’e6with those collected from the near side will be of great scientific value to the international community,”said Martin Sweeting,a famous professor of space engineering.13．When did Chang’e6begin to work on the moon?A．On May3,2024.B．After flying for about37minutes.C．In the winter of2020.D．After landing on the moon’s far side.14．How many times has China got samples from the moon’s near side?A．Once.B．Twice.C．Five times.D．Ten times.15．According to the passage,the moon’s far side________.A．receives less sunlight than the near sideB．has thicker soil compared with the near sideC．can be seen from Earth with powerful camerasD．has more recent volcanic activities than the near side16．What can we learn from Martin Sweeting’s words?A．Chang’e6will stay longer on the moon for more tasks.B．Chang’e6is carrying out a valuable task for the world.C．Chang’e6will bring samples from both sides of the moon.D．Chang’e6can compare samples before bringing them back.05（2024·江西吉安·三模）You’ve heard of space rockets,but have you heard of a space balloon?A company called Space Perspective is planning to use its new balloon called Space Neptune to take people to the edge(边缘) of space.It is expected to take common people on an out-of-the-world vacation in2024.Taking off from Kennedy Space Center,the trip will take six hours—two hours travelling up,two hours enjoying the view and two hours travelling back.Below the hydrogen(氢气)-filled balloon,a spaceship is large enough for eight travelers to stand and walk freely within.Inside the ship are comfortable seats,free Wi-Fi andeven a bar.During the six-hour trip,the guests will be able to send photos or videos to people on the ground while enjoying food and drinks.Although the balloon won’t really fly into space,this won’t be a problem for the guests.At20miles above earth,they will experience360°views of the planet earth and stars,feeling like they are in space,tickets are expensive,though-seats onboard sold for$125,000each.Unlike rockets,Space Neptune doesn’t give out carbon dioxide(二氧化碳),which always results in hotter temperatures on the earth.The spaceship will also get its hydrogen from clean and renewable(可再生的)energy. This is why space travel with hydrogen balloons is thought to be the most environmentally friendly so far.The great news is that no special training is needed for this ride,but the bad news is,you’ll probably have to wait until2025because the first year’s tickets are sold out already.So,start saving up!17．How does the writer start the passage?A．By asking a question.B．By telling a story.C．By giving an example.D．By listing numbers.18．Which picture best shows the balloon space travel?A．B．C．D．19．Which of the following is TRUE according to he passage?A．The spaceship is100meters wide.B．The spaceship goes into space by rocket.C．The spaceship carries at most8passengers.D．He spaceship will be too hot for passengers. 20．What is Space Neptune like?A．It is educational.B．It is traditional.C．It is dirty.D．It is environmental. 21．What would be the best title for the passage?A．The Space Balloon from the Space Rocket.B．Call on More Trained Astronauts to Space.C．How to Make a Space Balloon.D．A New Way to Travel to Space.06（2024·四川达州·中考真题）阅读下面短文，在文章空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
02 科学技术-2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读
2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-科学技术题型 主要内容 1阅读理解 介绍了《自然》和《福布斯》对科学做出的一些预测。
2 阅读理解 科学家们认为未来的10-30年间，会有3个方面实现突破，分别是数字货币、仿生眼睛和无人驾驶。
3阅读理解 讲述了中国自主研发的北斗卫星导航系统成为在美国，俄罗斯及欧盟伽利略后第四个全球卫星导航系统。
4阅读理解介绍了位于北京的海淀公园被改造成了中国第一个人工智能公园。
在这个公园里有无人驾驶的公交车、智能灯柱和智能扬声器，可以带给游客先进的人工智能体验。
5阅读理解 介绍了中国的“Morning Star 50”无人机及其首次试飞。
6阅读理解 对国际空间站进行了详细介绍。
01（2023·广西南宁·统考三模）Science and technology will continue to develop fast in 2023. Nature and Forbes have made their predictions （预测）. Let’s have a look.Human-like friendsRobots will be more like humans both in their looks andabilities in 2023. These Robots will serve as greeters, waiters andcompanions （陪伴）of the elderly. Elon Musk’s company is workinghard on making human-like robots that will work in our home.More AI systems will play roles in areas like health care andscientific research.Protecting the earthOne of the most difficult challenges the world face today is lowering carbon emissions （降低碳排放）. In 2023, we can expectmore progress in green hydrogen, a new clean energy with near-zero greenhouse gas emissions. Scientists will also have a saferway to deal with nuclear waste. The used nuclear fuel （燃料）willbe buried （埋）400 meters underground.Space and beyondThe images from the world’s largest and most powerful spacetelescope （太空望远镜）— the James Webb Space Telescope —have amazed the world. And the Euclid Space Telescope will belaunched in 2023. It will take photos to create a3 D map of theuniverse. China will continue to build the Xinjiang Qitai RadioTelescope. It will be able to watch 75%of the stars in the sky atany given time.Staying connectedIn 2023, people will communicate more smoothly. In China,the Beidou Navigation Satellite System （北斗卫星导航系统）cannow be directly connected to mobile phones. We can find wherethe phones are even when there’s no signals （信号）. A UScompany is also working on a direct connection between phonesand satellites. The impact of 5 G will continue to grow. The areas5 G will benefit most in 2023 include education through onlinelearning, remote surgery（远程手术）and live streaming（直播）. 1．Human-like robots will do many things for people EXCEPT ________.A．serving as greeters, waiter and companionsB．playing roles in health care and scientific researchC．learning to use some space telescopes2．Which is NOT mentioned to protect the earth?A．By making progress in a new clean energy.B．By using more human-like robots.C．By dealing with nuclear waste in a safer way.3．Which space telescope can be used to create a 3 D map of universe?A．The James Webb Space Telescope.B．The Euclid Space Telescope.C．The Xinjiang Qitai Radio Telescope.4．Which of the following is TRUE?A．It’s difficult for Chinese people to find where their phones are.B．China is working on a direct connection between phones and satellites.C．5 G will continue to influence people’s lives in some areas.5．Where can you read this passage?A．In a magazine. B．In a novel. C．In a guidebook.02（2022秋·广东广州·九年级广州市第六十五中学校考阶段练习）What’s going to happen in the future? Will robots control our planet? Will computers become smarter than us? Not likely. But here are some things that scientists say are most likely to happen in 10 to 30 years from now, according to the BBC．Digital moneyWe need to pay with cash for everything we bought. Now when we use a credit card to shop online, money is spent without us seeing it. That means we are already using digital money. Using a card is much easier than searching our pockets for change. It is also safer than carrying a lot of cash.When ATM cards were first introduced, t hey were not accepted everywhere. But now it’s hard to live without them. It’s reported that people in Sweden completely stopped using cash last year, and the US might be next.Bionic（仿生的）eyeIt’s no longer something only in a science fiction movie. People who are blind may have a chance to get their sight back-by wearing bionic eyes.A blind eye can no longer sense light, but a bionic eye can use a camera to “see” the environment and send data to the mind. Now the bionic eye only allows patients to see lights and unclear shapes.A high resolution（高清的）image could be just a few years away.Self-driving carsUnlike a human driver, a self-driving car won’t get distracted（分神）by a phone call, the radio or something outside the window. Sensors（探测器）and cameras on the car would allow it to stick strictly to the rules of the road and keep a safe distance from other cars. This would greatly reduce the number of road accidents. You could even take a nap while the car drives itself. In the future, driverless carswould be widely accepted.6．What does the writer mainly tell us about digital money?A．We use digital money to shop online without paying money.B．Digital money is most likely to be used instead of cash.C．Using cash is easier and safer than a credit card.D．ATM cards are always popular.7．Which of the following statements is TRUE?A．Bionic eyes only appear in the science fiction film.B．Human drivers won’t get distracted by something outside.C．The blind wearing bionic eyes may see clearly in the future.D．There will be no road accident at all if self-driving cars are used.8．From the report, we can learn some information about ______.A．culture and art B．industry and farmingC．science and technology D．traffic and shopping9．Which of the following can be predicted（预测）from the passage?A．There would be a number of self-driving cars on the road.B．The blind could use cameras to see things around.C．We would live a hard life with digital money.D．Robots would control the world.03（2023·湖南长沙·长沙市南雅中学校考二模）China has completed its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (北斗卫星导航系统), or BDS. It becomes a new system in the world with a global navigationnetwork (全球导航网络). The other three systems are GPS of the US, GLONASS of Russia and Galileo of the European Union.As the name suggests, the global navigation satellite system provides navigation and location services 24 hours a day. As we know, building a good satellite system costs a lot. Besides, the other systems have been set up. Why does China have a new one if there is nothing special?The other three systems have 24 satellites. China’s BDS has six more satellites. What’s special about these six satellites is that they have a relatively fixed area of activity. This can improve BDS’ accuracy (精准度) in China and the Asia-Pacific region to 5 meters, compared with a 10-meter accuracy in other areas.BDS has another advantage-the short message service. It allows users to have a two-way communication. In areas that are not covered by communication signals (信号), users can send short messages. Even in uninhabited areas, such as deserts, forests, mountainous and polar areas, BDS can also make the short message service available. With this service, users who are in danger can tell the rescue team (救援队) their location and condition.As the most populous country, it’s important for China to have its own global navigation satellite system to meet the needs of the country’s development. In fact, BDS is also good business. According to the official report, China’s satellite indus try has kept a 20% yearly growth since 2012. And BDS contributes about 80% of it. In addition, BDS has also created countless high-paying jobs. And with continuous improvement, it will have much more to offer in the future.10．Which one is the global navigation satellite system of China?A．BDS. B．GPS of the US. C．GLONASS of Russia.11．How many satellites does BeiDou-3 have in total?A．6. B．24. C．30.12．What does the underlined word “uninhabited” mean in Paragraph 4?A．人口众多的B．无人居住的C．风平浪静的13．What are true about China’s BDS according to Paragraph 5?a. It has met the needs of China’s development.b. It is regarded as good business.c. It has caused a number of people to lose their jobs.A．a, c B．a, b C．b, c14．In which part of a newspaper can we probably read this passage?A．Technology. B．Culture. C．History.04（2022秋·广东梅州·九年级校考阶段练习）The local government of Haidian and the Internet company Baidu had an agreement in January, 2018. They wanted to develop the “smart city” together. Haidian Park was chosen by them. Why was Haidian Park chosen? It is because the park covers about 34 hectares (公顷) near the 4th Ring Road. And it received about 1.2 million tourists last year. It took the workers 10 months to change Haidian Park into an artificial intelligence AI (人工智能) theme park. It was opened to the public in early November.Now the park has driverless buses, smart lamp posts (灯柱) and smart speakers. The buses themselves can run according to the directions from a computer. The smart lamp posts can record a lot of data quickly and well. The smart speakers can understand human instructions correctly. The park gives people a totally new look. People can experience different artificial intelligence here.Che Jianguo said that a total of 10 government departments and companies took part in therebuilding of the park over the past 10 months. He comes from the park office and he is in charge of the program.In recent years, Chinese high-tech companies begin to do some things in the artificial intelligence industry. The central government also said in October that it would help the development of the country's new generation of artificial intelligence.15．Haidian Park was chosen to become the “smart city” because _____.A．it is the biggest park in Beijing B．it is next to the 4th Ring Road C．it has large size and is popular16．The underlined word “driverless” in Paragraph 2 means “_____” in Chinese.A．无人驾驶的B．无座位的C．跑得快的17．Today, Chinese high-tech companies pay more attention to _____.A．the global economy B．the artificial intelligence industry C．the development of our country 18．The best title of the text is “_____”.A．Haidian Artificial Intelligence Theme ParkB．Chinese High-tech CompaniesC．Building A “Smart City”05（2023·山东日照·日照市新营中学校考三模）China’s biggest sol ar-powered drone(太阳能无人机), Qimingxing-50 or Morning Star 50, finished its first test flight in September, 2022. The drone was built by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China(AVIC, 中国航空工业集团有限公司)Drones have been used for quite a few years now. There are different ways of increasing the flying time. However, all these methods become less useful compared with the unlimited(无限的) powerprovided by the Sun. That’s why researchers have been working to make solar-powered drones that can not only stay in the air for longer but also perform more tasks while in the sky.In 2018, China tested the first version(版本) of Morning Star, which was 91 feet wide. Made from a special kind of plastic, the drone was so light, weighing only 41 pounds. Compared with it, the Morning Star 50 is much larger and has a wingspan(翼展) of 164 feet.On September 3, Morning Star 50 took off from an airport in Yulin City in the Shaanxi province in northwest China and landed back 26 minutes later after a smooth flight. Staff told some local reporters that all flight systems worked normally. This is a good start for future flights of the solar-powered drone that could last for many days or even months at a time.In the US, Airbus has been testing the Zephyr solar-powered drones for the past few years. Its latest version, the Zephyr S, came close to breaking the record for the longest flight. It stayed in the air for 64 days. Unluckily, the drone fell onto the ground only a few hours before it would have set a new record.19．Which one is an advantage of solar-powered drones researchers want?A．They’re cheap er than others. B．They can fly in bad weather.C．They fly at a higher speed. D．They can stay in the air for longer.20．What made the first version of Morning Star light?A．Its look. B．Its material. C．The power it uses. D．The tasks it performs. 21．What can we know about Zephyr S?A．It failed to land smoothly. B．It flew for only a few hours.C．It set a new record in the US. D．It had been tested for many years.22．What’s the main purpose of the text?A．T o compare different drones. B．To report a drone’s test flight.C．T o discuss drones’ future.D．To tell the importance of drones.06（2022秋·广东深圳·九年级校考期末）Most people have a place to call home on Earth. What about in outer space? The International Space Station(ISS) became our first “home” in space in 2000. It welcomed its first crew that year, paving the way for 20 years of future research.“You just have this impression that we’re all citizens of not a particular country, but of the planet,” former NASA astronaut Scott Kelly told National Geographic about workin g in ISS. “We’re all in this thing called humanity together.”Over the past 20 years, the ISS has mainly been used as a science lab, hosting 241 people from 19 countries, according to NASA．They have gone on spacewalks, done research on how space affects the human body, and even grown plants in space.The station’s development has also benefited people on Earth. For example, the station’s water purification(净化) technology has been used in poor areas to provide clean drinking water. The station also helps to warn us of natural disasters, such as earthquakes.However, after being our home in space for over 7000 days, the station is starting to get old. It has leaked(泄露) air a few times. Scientists think that the station can keep working until 2024. After that, scientists will bring it down to Earth. It is believed that Earth’s atmosphere will burn up most of the station. Other debris(残骸) will fall into the Pacific Ocean.In the future, space will be home to more stations like the ISS. NASA is building a space station that is smaller than the ISS near the moon. Also, China will have its own space station up and running in 2022.23．What did Scott Kelly feel about his work in space?A．Comfortable. B．Proud. C．Bored. D．Lonely. 24．What haven’t the astronauts done wh ile working in ISS?A．Clean the raindrops.B．Walk on space.C．Study how space affects the human body.D．Grow plants.25．What can we infer from the 5th paragraph?A．Though the ISS getting old, it will be improved and stay in space.B．The Earth’s atmosphere will help bring the ISS down to Earth.C．The whole station will soon be burnt up and fall into the ocean.D．The ISS will be brought back to Earth after a few years. 26．What do we know about the International Space Station?A．It is the first space station launched by NASA．B．It mainly develops water purification technology.C．It benefits all the human beings on Earth.D．It can keep running until 2023.27．What can be the best title of this passage?A．Our Home in Space. B．Visiting the ISS.C．A New Space Station. D．Working in Outer Space.参考答案：1．C 2．B 3．B 4．C 5．A【导语】本文主要讲述2023年，科学技术将继续快速发展。
火星探测的英语新闻
火星探测的英语新闻Mars Exploration: A Journey to the Red Planet.Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun and known for its red hue, has fascinated astronomers and space explorers for centuries. Recently, the race to explore the Red Planet has intensified, with multiple countries and private space agencies investing in ambitious missions to unlock the secrets of this mysterious world.The Race to Mars.The United States, China, and the European Space Agency are leading the charge in Mars exploration. NASA's Mars 2020 mission, launched in July 2020, aims to collect rock and soil samples for eventual return to Earth. China's Tianwen-1 mission, launched in July 2020, aims to land a rover and deploy an orbiter to study the Martian surface and atmosphere. The European Space Agency's Mars Express has been orbiting Mars since 2003, conducting variousscientific experiments and imaging the planet's surface.Private space agencies such as SpaceX and Blue Origin are also making their mark in Mars exploration. SpaceX's Starship program aims to send humans to Mars by the mid-2030s, while Blue Origin's Blue Moon lander is being developed to support future missions to the Red Planet.Scientific Goals of Mars Exploration.Mars exploration missions are focused on answering fundamental questions about the planet's habitability, geology, and atmosphere. Scientists hope to determine whether Mars once had liquid water on its surface, which is a key ingredient for life as we know it. Studying the Martian rocks and soil can also provide insights into the planet's formation and evolution.Additionally, Mars' thin atmosphere and lack of a protective magnetic field make it vulnerable to solar winds and radiation. Studying these factors can help us understand how atmospheres evolve and how planets canretain their atmospheres over time.Challenges of Mars Exploration.Exploring Mars is a challenging endeavor. The planet's distance from Earth, varying between 54.6 million and 249 million miles, makes communication with Earth-based control centers difficult and time-consuming. Mars' harsh environment, with low atmospheric pressure, extreme temperatures, and potentially harmful radiation, poses significant risks to spacecraft and astronauts.Furthermore, landing on Mars is an incredibly complex task. The Martian atmosphere is much thinner than Earth's, and there is no atmosphere to slow down and protect spacecraft during descent. This requires precise navigation and advanced landing systems to ensure a safe touchdown.The Future of Mars Exploration.The future of Mars exploration is bright. With advancements in spacecraft technology, mission planning,and human spaceflight, we are poised to make significant discoveries about the Red Planet. Future missions will likely focus on sustained human presence on Mars, with the ultimate goal of establishing a human colony on the planet.To achieve this, we need to develop sustainable life support systems, protect astronauts from harmful radiation, and establish a reliable communication network on Mars. We also need to address the ethical and social implications of colonizing another planet, including the potential impact on Mars' native ecosystem and the role of private space agencies in space exploration.In conclusion, Mars exploration is an exciting and challenging field that holds the promise of answering fundamental questions about our universe and potentially leading to the establishment of a human colony on another planet. As we continue to explore the Red Planet, we are bound to make remarkable discoveries that will shape our understanding of the universe and our future in space.。
2023年中考英语最新热点阅读23 天问一号祝融号(含答案)
2023年中考英语最新热点时文阅读-天问一号祝融号01（2021年福建省厦门市海沧区中考二模英语试题）China’s Mars rover (火星车) Zhurong, named after the Chinese god of fire, landed safely on Mars on May 15, making China only the second behind the United States to fully succeed.The 240-kilogram, six-wheeled rover is equipped (配备) with six scientific instruments, giving it the appearance of a “blue butterfly”. Unlike Perseverance, the American Mars rover, Zhurong needs sunlight to power itself. Now that Zhurong has got down successfully, it is expected to spend the next 90 days mapping the area on Mars, monitoring (监测) changes in weather such as temperature and searching for signs of water ice. Zhurong will therefore help build a more complete geological picture of the red planet’s history.China has successfully landed on the moon three times, and has even brought back lunar rocks to Earth. But landing on Mars is even more difficult. Mars exploration is known for its high risks and difficulties, as well as the uncertainties in the long-distance interstellar (星际) flight. The landing is the most challenging part of it. Around half of Mars exploration missions (探索任务) failed, and most of them went wrong in the landing process. A Mars landing is often considered as “the seven minutes of terror” because the process is completely autonomous. “The distance was too far away for the spacecraft so it has to do it all on its own.” said Chen Lan, a scientist in China’s space program. “If something went wrong, people on earth have no way to help.”“Mars is the planet in our solar system that we are most likely to live in the future. That’s why we want to understand it,” Ge said. “The success of Zhurong’s landing will lay the foundation for future Mars missions, including a sample return mission in 2030.”1．Which insect does Zhurong Rover look like most?A．B．C．D．2．There are many jobs that Zhurong is supposed to do EXCEPT ________.A．map the Mars B．study the weatherC．change the temperature D．look for water3．What does the underlined word “autonomous” probably mean in the passage?A．self-directed B．trusted C．man-controlled D．prepared4．Paragraph 3 is mainly about the ________ Mars exploration.A．history B．challenge C．distance D．process5．We can learn from the passage that ________.A．the American rover is powered like Zhurong B．the mission of Zhurong will last about 3 months C．few Mars exploration missions succeed D．we are possible to move to Mars in 203002（广东省深圳市福田区高级中学2021-2022学年七年级上学期期末英语试题）On May 15, Zhang Rongqiao wiped tears from his eyes as China’s Mars rover (巡视器) Zhurong landed safely on Mars. “I was so excited,” said Zhang.As the chief designer (总设计师) of China’s Tianwen Ⅰ Mars mission (任务), Zhang was chosen by the journal Nature on Dec 16 as one of the top 10 people “who helped shape science” in 2021. Under Zhang, China made a huge step in interplanetary (行星向的) exploration. “I got a taste of the old Chinese saying - it takes 10 years to sharpen a good sword,” Zhang told Nature.In the Mars mission, Zhang led a team of thousands of researchers. The team was not only responsible for technical work like launches and flight control, but also for scientific research on Mars.There were many difficulties. They knew little about the strange and complex environment of Mars. “We may not even know what we do not know about,” Zhang told Nature.During the process, Zhang played a key part in the decision to send an orbiter (轨道飞行器), a lander (着陆器) and a rover to Mars together in one shipment (运输) - making China the first country to do so. “That’s a big leap (飞跃) because China is doing in a single go (what NASA took decades (数十年) to do),” said Roberto Orosei from the Institute of Radioastronomy of Bologna in Italy.Zhang also made the important decision to land the rover on Utopia Planitia, where there are speciallandforms (地形) for scientists to study. He hopes that the mission can do as much research as possible and bring back “rich” information.“The buck stops with him (他敢作敢当),” said David Flannery, an astrobiologist (天体生物学家) at Queensland University of Technology in Australia.6．What is included in the Mars mission?a. Launching the rover.b. Controlling the flight.c. Bringing back space junk.d. Doing scientific research.A．abc B．abd C．acd D．bcd7．What does Paragraph 4 show?A．Zhang and his team knew nothing about Mars.B．Zhang and his team faced many challenges. C．Zhang was confident about exploring Mars.D．Zhang and his team were not afraid of challenges. 8．What is Roberto Orosei’s opinion?A．China’s Mars mission will last for decades.B．China shortened its road to exploring Mars.C．China finished its Mars mission with NASA’s help.D．China is the first country to send a rover to Mars.9．The rover was sent to Utopia Planitia to ________.A．avoid bad weather B．find treasure on MarsC．receive messages from Earth D．study special landforms10．According to the story, Zhang is considered as a ________ person.A．decisive B．changeable C．selfless D．humorous03（广东省广州市铁一中学2021-2022学年八年级上学期期末英语试题）China has successfully landed its rover(火星车) on Mars (火星), according to state media, becoming the second country in history to have a rover on the red planet.The rover, Zhurong, named after a god of fire in Chinese story, May 15th 2021.The six-wheel solar-powered Zhurong rover weighs about 240 kilograms and carries six scientificinstruments. It will carry out a three-month task in search of life on Mars’ surface. It will receive signals (信号) from the Tianwen-1 Mars orbiter.Tianwen-1 Mars orbiter had spent three months in orbit(轨道) working out possible landing sites before Zhurong was sent out to the surface of Mars.Tianwen-1, whose name means “Quest for Heavenly Truth”, was sent up into space by a Long March 5 rocket from the Wenchang space launch center in Hainan on July 23rd last year, and has successfully been in the orbit of Mars since February 2021.11．What does “the red planet” refer to?A．The rover Zhurong.B．Mars.C．Wenchang space launch center.D．Tianwen-1.12．What can we learn about the rover Zhurong?A．It is named after a god of fire in Chinese story.B．It has five wheels and is about 240 kilograms heavy.C．It will stay on Mars for half a year to collect information.D．It makes China become the third country to land something on Mars.13．When was Tianwen-1 sent up into space?A．On March 5th, 2020.B．On July 23rd, 2020.C．In February, 2021.D．In May, 2021.14．According to this article, where is Tianwen-1 now?A．On the earth.B．On Mars.C．In Earth orbit.D．In Mars orbit.15．What is the task of the rover Zhurong?A．It will take photos of Tian Wen 1.B．It will carry out some scientific experiments.C．It will look for life on Mars’ surface.D．It will work out possible landing sites.04（2021·安徽淮上·九年级期中）Tianwen 1(天问一号)—is China’s first Mars probe(火星探测器). Where does the name come from? Do you still remember Qu Yuan, a famous poet in ancient China? He loved his motherland very much. His long poem “Heavenly Questions(天问)” expresses the continual hard work and the great spirit of the Chinese nation to science. That is why Tianwen1 was officially named, which is quite cultural and beautiful.On July 14, 2020. Tianwen 1 arrived at the Wenchang Space Launch Site(发射站) in Hainan Province. The space probe Tiamwen1 based off(发射升空) at 12:41p. m. on July 23, 2020, carrying a Long March5 carrier rocket(长征5号运载火箭). It took Tiarwen1 about seven months to travel to Mars.The China’s Mars rover(火星车), Zhurong(祝融) moved from is landing platform(平台)onto the surface of the Red Planet at 10:40 a. m. on May 15th, 2021, starting is exploration(探险旅程)around the landing site.The 240-kilogram robot was sent into the sky to survey Mars’ landforms, geography situation, and something about water, ice, environment and other physical fields.Before Tianwen1, no country had ever tried to send an orbiter(运行器), a lander and a rover in one single expedition(考察)to Mars.16．Why was the first Mars probe here given the name. Tiamwen1?A．Because of a book written by Li Bai.B．Because of a poem written by Qu Yuan.C．Because of a famous scientist.D．Because of a well-known engineer.17．When was Tianwen1 sent into the space?A．0n June23, 2020.B．On June24, 2020C．on July23, 2020.D．0n July24, 2020.18．How long did it take Tianwen1 to travel to Mars?A．About 3months.B．About 5months.C．About 7months D．About 9months.19．What does the Mars rover, Zhurong survey on Mars?A．Landforms and geography situation.B．Something about water, ice and environment. C．Other physical fields.D．All of the above.参考答案：1．D2．C3．A4．B5．B本文是一篇说明文。
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Mars
火星，太阳系八大行星之一，是距离太阳由近到远的第四颗行星，属于类地行星。
直径约为地球的53%，质量为地球的14%，与地球最近距离约为5500万公里，最远距离则超过4亿公里。
其自转轴倾角、自转周期均与地球相近，公转一周约为地球公转时间的两倍。
阅读短文并回答问题
NASA’s Curiosity vehicle（“好奇号”）recently recorded the largest level of methane （甲烷）during its seven-year Mars mission. The discovery is exciting because the existence of methane gas could support the case for life on Mars.
It was not the first time Curiosity has found methane gas in the Martian atmosphere. About a year ago, NASA announced that Curiosity had discovered sharp seasonal increases in the gas. This time, NASA said the measured methane gas level was clearly larger than any others observed in the past. NASA officials even temporarily stopped Curiosity’s other activities to investigate further.
The rise and fall of the methane gas levels left NASA scientists with more questions than answers. The scientists are continuing to study possible causes for the sudden increase.
1. Curiosity discovered .
A. the largest methane gas level ever on Mars
B. the existence of life on Mars
C. the reason for the increased methane
D. interactions between rocks and water
2.Why did NASA officials once stop Curiosity’s other activities?
A. To seek possible life existing on Mars.
B. To check the quality of Curiosit y’s mission.
C. To find seasonal increases in the methane gas.
D. To further examine the methane gas level on Mars.
3.The passage is probably taken from .
A. a geography textbook
B. a science newspaper
C. a health magazine
D. a travel brochure
参考答案
1.A 第一段：NASA’s Curiosity vehicle recently recorded the largest level of methane （甲烷）ever measured during its seven-year Mars mission.
2.D 第三段NASA officials even temporarily stopped Curiosity’s other activities to investigate further.
3.B 全文介绍“好奇号”发现火星甲烷含量是有史以来的最高值，属于科普类文章，所以可能选自科学报纸。
A. geography textbook 地理教科书 B. a science newspaper科学报纸C. a health magazine 健康杂志 D. a travel brochure旅游指南
生词及长难句
1. NASA美国国家航空航天局
2. Mars n. 火星
3. Curiosity’s Mars Science Laboratory“好奇号”火星科学实验室
4. The rise and fall of the methane gas levels left NASA scientists with more questions than answers.
主干结构：leave sb. with sth.给某人留下某物
主语：The rise and fall of the methane gas levels是所有格的一种形式，意思是“甲烷含量的升高和降低”。
短语：more...than... 与其说……倒不如……
翻译：甲烷气体水平的升降，与其说给美国宇航局的科学家留下了答案，倒不如说是留下了疑问。