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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 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。

八年级英语时文阅读~WEEK 1 时事新闻~有答案

八年级英语时文阅读~WEEK 1 时事新闻~有答案

WEEK 1 时事新闻Reading:AFlynn McGarry is only sixteen years old but he is a famous chef in America. Now, he 1 on the cover of The New York Times Magazine.Flynn says, "I plan to work at a famous 2 in New York for a year, and then start working on my own restaurant."Flynn is 3 other kids. Most kids like playing sports or just hanging out with friends in 4 free time. But he doesn't. When he was ten years old, Flynn became interested in cooking. After school, he always 5 simple dishes for some of his mom's friends.At the age of 13, Flynn started a small business. He loved 6 so much that he made his room into a "test kitchen". He holds the 7 party once a month in his "test kitchen". What's the cost of 8 at his monthly dinner party? 9 you think it costs only $20 to eat at his small business, you're way off. It costs $150 per person!Flynn had a great 10 —to be one of the most famous chefs in the world one day. "I did something with my talent and people recognized it," said Flynn.1. A. put B. appeared C. got D. depended2. A. restaurant B. factory C. bank D. hotel3. A. the same as B. different fromC. similar toD. worried about4. A. his B. her C. your D. their5. A. buys B. gets C. makes D. does6. A. swimming B. singing C. drawing D. cooking7. A. English B. birthday C. dancing D. dinner8. A. playing B. dancing C. eating D. sleeping9. A. If B. Until C. When D. Before10. A. dream B. invention C. achievement D. successBThe meaning of learning Chinese characters lies in planting beautiful seeds in our children," said Feng at a meeting on March, 5, 2015. Feng suggests that we should learn traditional characters (繁体字). Do you agree with him? Now, look at their comments below.Zhang Sha, 14, ShanghaiApril 15, 2015 at 02:19Traditional characters are a great part of Chinese culture. We should keep them. And it is also interesting to learn. Many traditional characters are pictograms. We see the character, and we know what it means.WangQing, 15, ZhejiangApril 15, 2015 at 03:11Today, many Chinese people in Hong Kong, Taiwan and many other places are using traditional characters. So I think we should also learn traditional characters. It's good for all Chinese to communicate with each other.Liu Yiming, 14, BeijingApril 15, 2015 at 04:07Traditional characters are really hard to learn. And now, many foreigners are also studying Chinese. Simplified characters (简体字) are also easier for them.Zhong Zeming, 15, JiangsuApril 15, 2015 at 05:20In my opinion, not all old things are good. We have many other old-form characters like lishu(隶书). We do not study it anymore because it is hard to remember and write. I think we should continue to study simplified characters. It is easy to learn and write. In today's world, traditional characters are not used very often.11. There are views about traditional characters.A. oneB. twoC. threeD. four12. What does the underlined word "pictograms" mean?A. 简体字B. 象形文字C. 异形字D. 隶书13. Why does Wang Qing think we should learn traditional characters?A. Because traditional characters are a great part of Chinese culture.B. Because it's good for all Chinese to communicate with each other.C. Because traditional characters are easy and fast to learn for foreigners.D. Because traditional characters are very interesting to learn.14. Which of the follow is true?A. Zhang Sha is the same age as Zhong Zeming.B. Liu Yiming is older than Zhong Zeming.C. Wang Qing and Zhong Zeming are from the same city.D. Zhang Sha is as old as Liu Yiming but they're from different cities.15. Where may we read the passage?A. In a Chinese book.B. In a dictionary.C. In Feng's film.D. In a newspaper.COn Friday, more than a ton of ivory was on show and then it was destroyed(摧毁) in New York City's Times Square. The act shows the world that people can't sell or buy ivory any more.Thousands of people took part in the event. "Destroying ivory today will send a message to the world," an officer told the crowd, "We're not only destroying ivory, we're destroying the ivory market."The crowd broke out in applause(鼓掌) as pieces of ivory ran out of the machine. The destroyed ivory, along with six tons that were destroyed in 2013, will be used to make an elephant memorial(纪念馆).Thousands of African elephants are killed each year for their ivory. The ivory is used to make expensive things for much money. African elephant populations are now in great danger because of the ivory trade.After destroying ivory in New York City's Times Square, the Chinese government(政府) said it would plan to do the same. These actions are important. The number of elephant killing has become larger these years, partly because of selling and buying ivory in China.There are fewer than 500,000 elephants living in Africa today, while people kill 10% of them each year. Now destroying the ivory sends a clear message that the wrong illegal(非法的) trade won't be accepted.16. Where did people destroy a ton of ivory?A. In Africa.B. In America.C. In China.D. In Canada.17. To make an elephant memorial, people will use about ton(s) of ivory.A. oneB. fiveC. sixD. seven18. The underlined word "trade" in paragraph 4 means .A. eating and sellingB. eating and buyingC. selling and buyingD. having fun killing19. What will the Chinese government do according to the fifth paragraph?A. Stop people from selling and buying ivory.B. Stop people from killing elephants.C. Stop people from playing with elephants.D. Stop people from eating elephants.20. How many elephants do people kill each year?A. 5,000.B. 50,000.C. 500,000.D. 500.(D)Overnight, lots of mysterious(神秘的) bags full of small change appeared at bus stops in Tianjin. The four boys, from Zhongbei Middle School, spent their whole weekend making the change bags. "Passengers will have a problem when they take a bus without change. We just want to improve it," said Wang Yongcun.Many people think highly of the boys' work. But, things didn't go as the boys thought. Two days later, they found that not only was the money gone, but even the bags were taken away. Itreally made them sad but was not enough to let them give up. With their teachers' help, they put their pocket money in bags again.The amount of money in the bags increases and decreases(减少) every now and then. Maybe one day the bags will be empty again. But to the four boys, they've already given positive energy (正能量) with their warm hearts. As Wang said, "There is nothing to regret about it."21. What are the mysterious bags mainly used for?A. They are used for passengers who have no change.B. They are used for passengers who have no money.C. They are used for the old who can't make money.D. They are used for students and teachers.22. How long do the boys make the change bags?A. For one day.B. For two days.C. For five days.D. For seven days.23. Why were the four boys sad at first?A. Many people didn't think the bags were good.B. Because the money in the bags was gone and some bags were taken away.C. Because some people stopped them to put the bag at the bus stops.D. Because they didn't have enough to put in the bags.24. Who helped the four boys?A. The passengers.B. Their teachers.C. Their classmates.D. Their parents.25. From the passage, we can know .A. money is very important in our lifeB. the four boys are with warm heartsC. don't regret to do anythingD. the four boys should study hard first三、阅读与表达(问答式)(共5小题;共10分)26. What will the winner of an essay contest get?27. If Jim wants to take part in the contest, when should he send his essay?28. How long has Janice Sage run her country inn?29. Why did the father in Changchun want to change his son's family name?30. Why did Gou's ancestors change their family name in Later Jin dynasty?答案一、完形填空1. B2. A3. B4. D5. C6. D7. D8. C9. A 10. A11. B 12. B 13. B 14. D 15. D16. C 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. B二、阅读理解21. A 22. B 23. B 24. B 25. B三、阅读与表达(问答式)26. A country inn which costs $905,000.27. By May 17th.28. 22 years.29. Because he wanted to stop his child from being teased(取笑) at school.30. Because the Gou family shared a name with the emperor and they were forced to do so.。

--2020年高中英语时文新闻拓展阅读理解四篇-3(附详答)

--2020年高中英语时文新闻拓展阅读理解四篇-3(附详答)

2020年高中英语时文新闻拓展阅读理解四篇Passage 1 疫情使“食物银行”面临危机Skyrocketing unemployment due to the coronavirus(新冠病毒) pandemic(大流行病) has been forcing a growing number of Americans to turn to charitable services for assistance as food insecurity among families with children grows. New York City Mission Society(NYCMS) has been serving the city’s most underserved(缺少关爱的) children since 1812. Recently, it has been making food and utility baskets for the children it serves and delivering them during the pandemic.“I can't tell you how desperately these food baskets are needed...In the New York tri-state area, we have a very serious situation because so many residents live at or below the pover ty level,” Shafiroff, a member of NYCMS, told Fox News. “The food bank across the area are very helpful...but the supply and the demand are not working the way they should right now. There is massive demand all over the country --39 million Americans out o f work, and this translates into no food on the table.”Shafiroff noted that a major issue during the pandemic has been getting food to the food banks, especially amid the shutdown of multiple meat processing plants across the country. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration(食品药品管理局) has even temporarily loosened its food labeling policies during the coronavirus pandemic and give producers more flexibility amid food shortages.According to a Brookings analysis, almost 35 percent of households with children said they did not have sufficient food, that's 14 percent higher than during the recession. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Shafiroff is encouraging those who can afford it to make donations to their local food bank. “I know my husband and I recently donated 10,000 meals to Heart of the Hamptons, which is a food bank in the Hamptons, because we feel so strongly about providing food and being part of th e solution,” said Shafiroff. "And of course, 10,000 meals really doesn't mean much when you look at a country with 39 million people out of work, but if we all work tog ether, I believe we can solve this problem.”1 What did New York City Mission Society do to the children ?A Helped children grow happily.B Treated children with coronavirus.C Provided children with food.D Gave children baskets of books.2 What did government do to solve food shortages ?A Gave more food to food banks and Americans who were out of work.B Relaxed policies to enable food production more flexible.C Issued policies to meet the food demand.D Helped Americans to find jobs amid pandemic.3 What does Shafiroff appeal people to do in last paragraph ?A To make donations if people have food or money.B Create more job chances for people.C Work together to fight against the pandemic.D Look after people who are suffering the virus.Passage 2 疫情中的“拥抱帘”创意Sometimes you just want a hug from your grandma. A little girl from Riverside, Calif., wanted to hug her grandparents, but couldn’t because of the coronavirus pandemic, which has forced the family members to keep their distance from each other. Getting creative, 10-year-old Paige created a “hug curtain” using a shower curtain, plastic bags, disposable plates and a hot glue gun. Mom Lindsay Okray, who works as a nurse, supervised the set-up. On Facebook, the proud mom praised about Paige’s idea, which was then set up outside of the grandparents’ front door at home.“Paige saw a video of someone who made this type of ‘blanket’ to hug their family. She put together a list and she designed it so she could hug nana and papa.. this girl is so amazing, and w e were so happy to be able to hug them!!” Lindsay wrote on Facebook, along with photos and video of the girl using the “hug curtain.”In the photos and video of the curtain, the grandparents are seen taking turns giving Paige big hugs. “It might be wet from the Lysol(杀菌剂) wipe,” Lindsay can be heard off-camera saying, once the grandparents open the door. “Oh my God, I love you,” Grandma says, while excitedly embracing her granddaughter. “How cool is this?” she adds. Those on Facebook were equally pleased wi th the creation and praised Paige’s design. “God bless you sweetie. You are a wonderful granddaughter. And very smart,” one person commented. “So cute,” another wrote.“So great!” one person commented, while another simply wrote “Awesome!”Though the “hug” curtain is a sweet gesture, make sure you continue to protect yourself and others from the novel coronavirus by practicing proper hygiene(卫生) like washing your hands, wearing a face mask outside, and maintaining a safe social distancing of 6 feet from others, per guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.1 Why did Paige create the “hug curtain” ?A To make use of extra plastic bags.B To give her grandparents hugs.C To post photos and videos on Facebook.D To show her creative talent.2 What is true about the “hug curtain” ?A It was firstly created by Paige.B It was made by Paige’s mother.C It was supposed to be worn.D It was partly made of plastic bags.3 What is the attitude of people on Facebook toward the “hug curtain”?A ComplimentaryB WorriedC UnconcernedD Annoyed4 What is the purpose of the last paragraph ?A Praise the hug curtain one more time.B Remind people to take protective measures.C Show people how to protect themselves.D Tell people how to fight against coronavirus.Passage 3 机器翻译比人工翻译好吗?For me, it was bacon. There I was, standing in the streets of Medellin, Colombia, looking hungrily at a delicious empanada(肉馅卷饼). The sign read 'queso y tocino'. Because I knew some essential Spanish vocabulary, I knew that 'queso' was cheese. But 'tocino'? I typed it into my smartphone translation app. What came back? 'Tocino'. I later learned that means 'bacon' in the local language. Computer-assisted translation is popular. Google Translate, for example, is used by more than 500 million people. But while convenient and easy to use, they are hardly perfect. Now, dropping the odd expression now and again is hardly important on an informal conversational level –as might happen to a tourist on holiday. But in more formal circumstances, such as a medical or legal discussion, the wrong expression can be disastrous. So, can a computer translator ever equal a human?The technology has come a long way. These days, people can wear a 'translation earpiece'. These pick up the foreign terms and translate it directly to the wearer. Andrew Ochoa, chief executive of US start-up Waverly Labs, a producer of one such earpiece, says they work by 'combining a network of algorithms(演算) and speech-recognition technology'. But they have limitations. Firstly, there's a delay while the phrase is translated. How long often depends on the connection strength. Secondly, they aren't able to communicate human emotion well. Human conversation is more sensitive than just the words used. It has tone, attitude, for example. "If you want to create a relationship…you need a human translator to make it sound natural," Zoey Cooper, brand and content director at Wordbank, a global marketing and translation agency, told the BBC.So, while many professional translators do use computer-assisted translation tools to help them with the repetitive nature of translation, context is important. It might work well for a survey or instruction manual, but for important human-to-human speech, and for the time being at least, better to use a translator, or your message might get mistaken or lost in translation.1 What did the author want to buy in Colombia?A some baconB a cheese hamburgerC a cheese and bacon empanadaD a smartphone2 When can a computer-assisted translation error be a big problem?A When a tourist is visiting.B When two doctors are having discussionC When two kids are having fun.D When we are reading a foreign magazine.3 How do translation earpieces work?A They calculate and recognize speech.B They search on the internet.C Humans do the translations behind them.D They translate by using smartphones.4 What are the disadvantages of translation earpieces?A They will show the results at once.B They are quite expensive.C They don’t need high technology.D They can’t express feelings.Passage 4 残疾女孩的创业路When Liu Yanzhi was a teenager, she would secretly apply her mother's lipstick and go out onto the streets in her wheelchair with her younger sister. However, many passersby gave her contemptuous looks, saying that it was silly for a disabled person to wear makeup. Her sister was often embarrassed and asked Liu not to do it. "I was quite angry," said Liu, who has been unable to walk since she contracted a fever when she was 8 months old. "Which law says disabled women can't wear makeup? Every woman has the right to pursue beauty. Wearing makeup makes women like me confident."At age 25, Liu-then a single mother with a baby daughter-used an interest-free loan arranged by the local government to open a beauty salon in her home county in Anhui province. Now, the 31-year-old owns a factory that produces her own brand of cosmetics. Her success did not come easy, though. In 2009, Liu took the gaokao, the annual college entry exam, and won a place at a vocational school(职业学校) in Hefei, Anhui's capital. After touring the campus, she declined the offer. Without her parents, the lack of accessiblefacilities would make her journey between the dormitory and teaching building an real challenge every day. "I lay in bed for three days thinking about what I should do," Liu said. "I dared not cry, because I could see how heartbroken my mother was." Instead, she sold ice cream, tended jewelry stalls and distributed leaflets. Whenever possible, she spoke with other retailers, looking for ways to achieve financial independence. Then, she worked in a local beauty salon for a couple of years. She earned a low wage, but discovered her career, learning massage techniques and how to apply makeup. She also became a qualified beautician and dietitian.In 2012, she obtained a 50,000 yuan ($7,000) loan, rented a street-front shop and opened a beauty salon. In the first two years, the salon lost money. Liu's mother asked her to give up, but she brushed concerns aside and traveled around the country to attend training sessions run by noted beauticians.1 What does the underlined word “contemptuous” probably mean in paragraph 1 ?A admirableB not caringC confusedD not respectful2 Why did Liu declined the offer of a vocational school ?A Because the journey to Anhui’s capital was long and hard.B Because her parents told her to refuse the offer.C Because the daily life on campus was challenging to her.D Because she thought the study was full of challenges.3 How can you describe Liu according to paragraph 3 ?A optimistic and hard-workingB considerate and beautifulC fortunate and strongD clever and thoughtful4 What will be talked about in the following paragraph ?A Liu traveled around the country.B Liu finally made it after training.C Liu went back to school for study.D Liu closed her beauty salon.passage 1 答案:1. C. 根据第一段最后一句,Recently, it has been making food and utility baskets for the children itserves and delivering them during the pandemic,最近,它一直在儿童制作食品和公用设施篮子,并在疫情期间运送这些篮子。

英语时文阅读含解析

英语时文阅读含解析

时文阅读含解析2New York Tim—A gunman killed eight people at a mall in Omaha this afternoon and then killed himself, setting off panic among holiday shoppers, the police said.“The person who we believe to be the shooter has died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds,” Sgt. Teresa Negron of the Omaha Police Department said at televised news. “We have been able to clear the mall,” she said. “We don’t believe we have any other shooters.” The police said that at least five other people had been injured in the shootings.She did not give the shooter’s identity. “We are still conducting the investigation,”Sergeant Negron said, adding that the city’s mayor, who was out of town, was on his way back to Omaha. She said the police received a 911 call from someone inside the Westroads Mall on the west side of Omaha, and shots could be heard in the background. The first police officers arrived at the mall six minutes after the first call, she said, but by then the shootings were over.It is reported that the gunman left a suicide note that was found at his home by relatives. A law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity (匿名) said the note indicated that the gunman wanted to “go out style”.The shootings broke the usually banal routine of holiday shopping. The gunman was said by some witnesses to have fired about 20 shots into a crowd. Some customers and workers ran screaming from the mall, while others dived into dressing rooms to hide from the shooter.Some customers and workers ran screaming from the mall, while others dived into dressing rooms to hide from the shooter.Shoppers and store workers were trapped inside the mall, which has roughly 135 stores. Others streamed out of mall exits with their hands raised. President Bush was in Omaha this morning to deliver a speech, but he had left the city by the time the shootings took place.1. Where did the shooting first come out?A. On a newspaper.B. In the Internet.C. In TV news.D. In a police poster.2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. Nobody knows why the shooter did so and nothing was found at his home.B. The city’s mayor happened not to be in the city when the shooting took place.C. Police arrived at the mall before the shootings were over and rescued customers.D. The official who showed what the note mean have no request of his own identity.3. We can infer from the passage that _______.A. there is only one shooter in this eventB. the shooting created fears among the customersC. an important holiday is coming soonD. president Bush came here for the shooting4. Which of the following can be the best title of the news?A. Gunman Kills Eight People, and Himself at a Mall in OmahaB. Shoppers in Great Panic before the HolidayC. Bush Happened to Escape a ShotD. Shooter Found Dead in a Mall on the West of Omaha本文报道了在一个购物中心发生的枪击事件以及事件的来龙去脉。

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)AIn a new report, infectious disease expert Jeffrey Shaman believes there were at least half a dozen stealth coronavirus cases to every one diagnosis at the start of the epidemic.The explosive spread of coronavirus was likely caused by ‘stealth transmissions’— undiagnosed people with mild symptoms unwittingly spreading the disease, a new study claims. Infectious-disease expert Jeffrey Shaman believes the actual number of contaminated worldwide is far greater than reports, estimating a million people may have been infected.The environmental health sciences professor at Columbia University who co-wrote the study published on Monday said social distancing is a must in order to combat seemingly healthy people spreading the virus. Despite only being half as infectious as the documented infections, these stealth cases resulted in at least two-thirds of documented infections, Professor Shaman and his colleagues said. Prof Shaman said this flip in the ratios meant about 60 percent of carriers were confirmed — but fast forward to now and new daily cases have significantly dropped from thousands to tens. The study says a “radical increase in the identification and isolation of currently undocumented infections would be needed to fully control” the novel coronavirus.People in the UK, meanwhile, have been told to avoid pubs, clubs and restaurants and work from home wherever it's possible to slow the spread of coronavirus which has now claimed 55 lives in the UK. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said at a press conference yesterday urged everyone to “stop non-essential contact and to stop all non-essential travel”. The PM said London appeared to be “a few weeks ahead” of other areas and urged people in the capital to pay special attention to the measures — including home working — suggested by the Government. The UK death toll yesterday rose to 35 while there have now been 1,543 cases. Health Secretary Matt Hancock yesterday said that over-70s could be asked to self-isolate for four months.Across the world more than 6,000 people have now died from the disease.1. How many people at least potentially got infected when one was diagnosed, according to Jeffrey Shaman?A. Twelve.B. Six.C. Seven.D. Ten.2. What’s the best way to prevent the spreading from undiagnosed people with mild symptoms?A. Wearing medical masks.B. Not going to work.C. Keeping a social distance.D. Sending these people to hospital.3. How does Professor Shaman consider the current control of the novel coronavirus?A. Cheerful.B. Uncertain.C. Depressing.D. Impossible.4. Which of the following is NOT the advice of UK government?A. To work at home instead.B. Not to go out for any dinner.C. To cancel unnecessary travel.D. To self-isolate for the aged.BSmart Cane Helps Identify the Blinds’ SurroundingsThis electronic walking stick is revolutionizing the way that blind people can navigate① the world.As a means of protecting people from low-hanging objects and obstacles above chest level, the WeWalk smart cane uses ultrasonic sensors to warn the user of nearby hindrances through vibrations② in the handle.The cane can be paired with a smartphone’s Bluetooth system for easy control. Since it is also integrated③ with V oice Assistant and Google Maps software, it can use built-in speakers to inform the user of nearby stores and infrastructural details that they may not be able to see.WeWalk CEO and co-founder Kursat Ceylan, who is also blind, told CNN that he helped to develop the cane out of a desire to use modern technology as a tool for the visually impaired.“In these days we are talking about flying cars, but these people have been using just a plain stick,” he told the news outlet.“As a blind person, when I am at the Metro station I don’t know which is my exit … I don’t know which bus is approaching …which stores are around me. That kind of information can be provided with the WeWalk.”The WeWalk is currently being sold for $500 a pop. As the Turkish tech startup gains more traction, the developers hope to eventually pair it with ridesharing apps and transportation services to further improve its navigational abilities.CThe rush to board the 17.46 from London Euston to Crewe begins the moment the platform is announced. The train’s eight carriages, in theory, each carry 70 passengers. But the London-Crewe line is Britain’s busiest rail service. It leaves Euston carrying, on average, more than twice as many passengers as it has capacity for. Sitting on the floor, Becky, a local government worker laments that, “It’s like this every day. I get a seat maybe once a week. And I pay five grand for this season ticket.”At peak times 19% of London rail users are forced to stand. The problems stretch across Britain: 17% are seatless at peak times in Birmingham and 15% in Leeds. With a poor punctuality performance by international standards and a high cancellation rate, commuting by rail in Britain is often a miserable experience. The government is now set to try to relieve some of the suffering with a major expansion of Britain’s rail network and a reorganization of the sector. More government money looks set to be coupled with more government direction.After the Victorian boom, the railways went into a long decline. Traffic fell for half a century after the Second World War. But over the past 25 years they have more than doubled: there were 1.8bn rail journeys in 2018-19, more than at any time since the early 1920s. But while in 1963 Britain had 17,500 miles of track, it now has under 10,000 miles.That is the root cause of much of the commuter woe. According to the Railway Industry Association track utilization is 60% higher in Britain than the EU average. According to Network Rail, the publicly owned manager of the track, around 70% of delays are the knock-on effects of congestion. The shrinkage of Britain’s network has also forced operators to run freight, intercity and commuter trains on the same stretches of track. The need to accommodate slower running stopping trains reduces the number of higher speed trains which can run on the same length of track.1. What does the example of Becky aim to tell us in Paragraph 1?A. The train has limited capacity.B. The ticket price is high.C. Standing on the train is uncomfortable.D. Train service should be improved.2. Which of following is NOT the reason why people suffer from commuting by railway?A. The trains are always late.B. Trains always get canceled.C. The capacity of train is small.D. Train arrangement is poor.3. What is the main reason behind poor punctuality?A. Shortage of track.B. Traffic jam.C. Too many passengers.D. Poor coordination.4. What is this passage mainly talking about?A. New railway expansion in Britain.B. Railway development in Britain.C. Problems of railway in Britain.D. Political measures taken by Britain.DPeace and Happiness Found in CleaningIn a recent survey of 2000 Americans, housecleaning was shown to have some mood-boosting effects—but that doesn’t mean everybody does it willingly.The majority of respondents said cleaning gave them a sense of accomplishment①(65%) and helped them clear their mind (63%).Half of these adults said they are most often motivated to clean when they’re happy. In fact, 63% of those surveyed find the experience of cleaning to be relaxing—even more so than getting fresh air (61%).But that’s not the only reason people clean.A whopping 70% admitted that tidying their home was a way of putting off having to do other things, with the average procrastinator②using that trick four times a week.The survey showed that 86% of respondents do feel on top of their chores, but the last deep clean of their kitchen happened over a week and a half ago. That’s no surprise because the kitchen is most dreaded of all.Conducted by OnePoll on behalf of DishFish, makers of multipurpose sponges and non-scratch scrubbers, the survey honed in③on people’s attitudes toward dirty dishes and how they get through the cringe④-worthy task.More than two-thirds of people (69%) let their dishes pile up between washings with 20%saying “always” letting them stack up in the sink, which left them feeling stressed.More than any other room, the kitchen was rated as “very difficult” to tackle. And most people enjoy scrubbing their toilet or taking out the garbage more than washing dishes by hand.How do they get through it? 66% listen to music while they clean.72% have a go-to song that they blast while tidying up their home, with “Uptown Funk,” “Read All About It” and “Work” being the three favorite tunes on America’s cleaning playlist.EA powerful and deadly storm moving through Middle Tennessee caused a tornado (龙卷风) that touched down in Nashville early Tuesday morning, cutting a swath of destruction that stretched through the city for miles.The storm destroyed parts of several neighborhoods and business districts in the central part of Nashville before moving into the city's eastern suburbs and beyond. Tornadoes impacted several counties in West and Middle Tennessee. In Putnam County, located more than 50 miles east of Nashville, 77 people were still missing, Putnam County leaders said at a Tuesday night press briefing. It's unclear how many of the missing people could be injured; many disasters have missing persons who eventually turn up unharmed. More than 30 people have been treated for storm-related injuries at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, hospital officials said Tuesday morning. Most appear to have been hurt by flying objects. Three people were killed in the Mt. Juliet suburb of Nashville. One couple in their 80s were killed at their home. James and Donna Eaton, 84 and 81, respectively, were identified by police about 5 p.m. Tuesday. Sheriff Kenny Christopher told The Tennessean that a couple living in a mobile home north east of Camden, were thrown into their yard where trees were blown down. Children were reported to be among the dead in Putnam County.Tuesday was the USA’s deadliest day for tornadoes since March 2, 2012. Sirens and cellphone alerts sounded, but the tornado that struck in the hours after midnight moved so quickly that many people in their path could not flee to safer areas. Some of the victims were killed in their beds. “It hit so fast, a lot of people didn't have time to take shelter,” Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said. “Many of these people were sleeping.”The storm left “piles of rubble and the damage of buildings and neighborhoods,” Lee said Tuesday night. At least 140 buildings were destroyed by the storm, which left more than 50,000people without power Tuesday night. Roads, bridges and utilities were also damaged.1.Which one is NOT mentioned about tornadoes according to the passage?A.Areas of severe damage.B.Victims of the tornado.C.Causes of mass deaths.D.Statistics of property loss.2.What do we learn from the second paragraph?A.There is no child injured.B.All the missing people are alive.C.The number of injuries is uncertain.D.The elderly are the biggest victims.3.The last paragraph of the article intends to tell us that .A.tornadoes brings great damageB.people will live without powerC.it will take some time to rebuildD.the homeless should be given a hand4. Where would this passage most probably come from?A. A storybook.B. A newspaper.C. A guidebook.D. A report.A【答案】1-4 BCAB【解析】本文是一篇说明文,描述了英国新冠肺炎的现状,同时也把政府已经和即将采取的措施公布于众。

时文阅读练习题英语

时文阅读练习题英语

时文阅读练习题英语### 时文阅读练习题:英语#### 阅读材料:In recent years, the world has seen a significant shift in the way people communicate and work. The rise of remote work, driven by advancements in technology and the global pandemic, has changed the landscape of the traditional office environment. Companies are now grappling with the challenges and opportunities that come with this new way of working.Remote work offers numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, reduced commuting time, and the ability to work from anywhere with an internet connection. However, it also presents its own set of challenges, including isolation, communication barriers, and the need for self-discipline.#### 练习题:1. 理解主旨:文章主要讨论了什么主题?- A. 远程工作的兴起- B. 办公室环境的变化- C. 技术进步的影响- D. 全球疫情对工作方式的影响2. 细节理解:根据文章内容,远程工作带来了哪些好处?- A. 提高了工作效率- B. 增加了工作灵活性- C. 减少了通勤时间- D. 所有上述选项3. 推理判断:文章提到远程工作面临的挑战,不包括以下哪一项? - A. 需要自我约束- B. 沟通障碍- C. 增加了工作量- D. 孤立感4. 词汇理解:在文章中,“grappling with”是什么意思?- A. 与...斗争- B. 与...合作- C. 与...竞争- D. 与...协商5. 综合分析:文章中提到的“传统办公室环境”指的是什么?- A. 过去人们工作的地方- B. 需要员工每天到办公室工作的环境- C. 只使用纸质文件的工作环境- D. 没有技术设备的工作环境6. 观点态度:作者对远程工作的态度是什么?- A. 完全支持- B. 完全反对- C. 中立,既指出了好处也提到了挑战- D. 未明确表态#### 答案:1. D2. D3. C4. A5. B6. C#### 阅读材料解析:文章讨论了远程工作的兴起及其对传统办公室环境的影响。

2024年高考英语新闻报道阅读理解训练历年真题

2024年高考英语新闻报道阅读理解训练历年真题

2024年高考英语新闻报道阅读理解训练历年真题1. 第一篇新闻报道:《新移民法案将影响美国社会》2024年6月1日报道:近日,美国国会通过了一项新的移民法案,该法案将对美国社会产生广泛影响。

该法案旨在改革美国的移民政策,并为非法移民提供合法化途径。

根据新移民法案,非法移民可以申请获得合法身份,条件是他们在美国居住了一定的时间,并且通过背景调查。

此举被认为是一次重大改革,为大批非法移民提供了合法化的机会。

然而,新移民法案也引发了一些争议。

一些人认为,这样的合法化机制会鼓励更多的非法移民进入美国,增加社会负担,同时对合法移民的利益构成威胁。

而支持者则认为,这项法案可以解决当前非法移民问题并加强社会多元化。

2. 第二篇新闻报道:《气候变化威胁全球经济》2024年6月10日报道:最新研究发现,气候变化正威胁着全球经济的稳定和可持续发展。

随着全球变暖的加剧,极端天气事件频发,各行各业都面临着巨大的挑战。

研究显示,气候变化对农业、水资源、能源和旅游业等领域造成了严重影响。

农作物减产、水资源短缺、能源需求增加以及旅游业遭受损失等问题已经成为全球范围内面临的共同难题。

此外,气候变化还会导致自然灾害频发,如干旱、洪涝和飓风等。

这些灾害不仅造成人员伤亡和财产损失,还直接影响着生态环境的平衡。

为了应对气候变化对经济的威胁,各国政府和国际组织已经采取了一系列措施。

推动清洁能源发展、减少温室气体排放、保护生态环境等举措被认为是应对气候变化的有效途径。

3. 第三篇新闻报道:《人工智能技术在医疗领域的应用》2024年6月15日报道:人工智能技术在医疗领域的应用正逐渐成为现实。

近年来,人工智能技术取得了许多重要突破,为医疗诊断和治疗提供了新的可能性。

人工智能在医疗领域的应用可以帮助医生更准确地诊断和治疗疾病。

通过对海量的医学数据进行深度学习和分析,人工智能可以辅助医生进行精准的疾病诊断,并提供个性化的治疗方案。

此外,人工智能技术还可以改善医疗服务的效率和质量。

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)

新高考高一英语时文阅读专练(含答案解析)AIn a new report, infectious disease expert Jeffrey Shaman believes there were at least half a dozen stealth coronavirus cases to every one diagnosis at the start of the epidemic.The explosive spread of coronavirus was likely caused by ‘stealth transmissions’— undiagnosed people with mild symptoms unwittingly spreading the disease, a new study claims. Infectious-disease expert Jeffrey Shaman believes the actual number of contaminated worldwide is far greater than reports, estimating a million people may have been infected.The environmental health sciences professor at Columbia University who co-wrote the study published on Monday said social distancing is a must in order to combat seemingly healthy people spreading the virus. Despite only being half as infectious as the documented infections, these stealth cases resulted in at least two-thirds of documented infections, Professor Shaman and his colleagues said. Prof Shaman said this flip in the ratios meant about 60 percent of carriers were confirmed — but fast forward to now and new daily cases have significantly dropped from thousands to tens. The study says a “radical increase in the identification and isolation of currently undocumented infections would be needed to fully control” the novel coronavirus.People in the UK, meanwhile, have been told to avoid pubs, clubs and restaurants and work from home wherever it's possible to slow the spread of coronavirus which has now claimed 55 lives in the UK. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said at a press conference yesterday urged everyone to “stop non-essential contact and to stop all non-essential travel”. The PM said London appeared to be “a few weeks ahead” of other areas and urged people in the capital to pay special attention to the measures — including home working — suggested by the Government. The UK death toll yesterday rose to 35 while there have now been 1,543 cases. Health Secretary Matt Hancock yesterday said that over-70s could be asked to self-isolate for four months.Across the world more than 6,000 people have now died from the disease.1. How many people at least potentially got infected when one was diagnosed, according to Jeffrey Shaman?A. Twelve.B. Six.C. Seven.D. Ten.2. What’s the best way to prevent the spreading from undiagnosed people with mild symptoms?A. Wearing medical masks.B. Not going to work.C. Keeping a social distance.D. Sending these people to hospital.3. How does Professor Shaman consider the current control of the novel coronavirus?A. Cheerful.B. Uncertain.C. Depressing.D. Impossible.4. Which of the following is NOT the advice of UK government?A. To work at home instead.B. Not to go out for any dinner.C. To cancel unnecessary travel.D. To self-isolate for the aged.BSmart Cane Helps Identify the Blinds’ SurroundingsThis electronic walking stick is revolutionizing the way that blind people can navigate① the world.As a means of protecting people from low-hanging objects and obstacles above chest level, the WeWalk smart cane uses ultrasonic sensors to warn the user of nearby hindrances through vibrations② in the handle.The cane can be paired with a smartphone’s Bluetooth system for easy control. Since it is also integrated③ with V oice Assistant and Google Maps software, it can use built-in speakers to inform the user of nearby stores and infrastructural details that they may not be able to see.WeWalk CEO and co-founder Kursat Ceylan, who is also blind, told CNN that he helped to develop the cane out of a desire to use modern technology as a tool for the visually impaired.“In these days we are talking about flying cars, but these people have been using just a plain stick,” he told the news outlet.“As a blind person, when I am at the Metro station I don’t know which is my exit … I don’t know which bus is approaching …which stores are around me. That kind of information can be provided with the WeWalk.”The WeWalk is currently being sold for $500 a pop. As the Turkish tech startup gains more traction, the developers hope to eventually pair it with ridesharing apps and transportation services to further improve its navigational abilities.CThe rush to board the 17.46 from London Euston to Crewe begins the moment the platform is announced. The train’s eight carriages, in theory, each carry 70 passengers. But the London-Crewe line is Britain’s busiest rail service. It leaves Euston carrying, on average, more than twice as many passengers as it has capacity for. Sitting on the floor, Becky, a local government worker laments that, “It’s like this every day. I get a seat maybe once a week. And I pay five grand for this season ticket.”At peak times 19% of London rail users are forced to stand. The problems stretch across Britain: 17% are seatless at peak times in Birmingham and 15% in Leeds. With a poor punctuality performance by international standards and a high cancellation rate, commuting by rail in Britain is often a miserable experience. The government is now set to try to relieve some of the suffering with a major expansion of Britain’s rail network and a reorganization of the sector. More government money looks set to be coupled with more government direction.After the Victorian boom, the railways went into a long decline. Traffic fell for half a century after the Second World War. But over the past 25 years they have more than doubled: there were 1.8bn rail journeys in 2018-19, more than at any time since the early 1920s. But while in 1963 Britain had 17,500 miles of track, it now has under 10,000 miles.That is the root cause of much of the commuter woe. According to the Railway Industry Association track utilization is 60% higher in Britain than the EU average. According to Network Rail, the publicly owned manager of the track, around 70% of delays are the knock-on effects of congestion. The shrinkage of Britain’s network has also forced operators to run freight, intercity and commuter trains on the same stretches of track. The need to accommodate slower running stopping trains reduces the number of higher speed trains which can run on the same length of track.1. What does the example of Becky aim to tell us in Paragraph 1?A. The train has limited capacity.B. The ticket price is high.C. Standing on the train is uncomfortable.D. Train service should be improved.2. Which of following is NOT the reason why people suffer from commuting by railway?A. The trains are always late.B. Trains always get canceled.C. The capacity of train is small.D. Train arrangement is poor.3. What is the main reason behind poor punctuality?A. Shortage of track.B. Traffic jam.C. Too many passengers.D. Poor coordination.4. What is this passage mainly talking about?A. New railway expansion in Britain.B. Railway development in Britain.C. Problems of railway in Britain.D. Political measures taken by Britain.DPeace and Happiness Found in CleaningIn a recent survey of 2000 Americans, housecleaning was shown to have some mood-boosting effects—but that doesn’t mean everybody does it willingly.The majority of respondents said cleaning gave them a sense of accomplishment①(65%) and helped them clear their mind (63%).Half of these adults said they are most often motivated to clean when they’re happy. In fact, 63% of those surveyed find the experience of cleaning to be relaxing—even more so than getting fresh air (61%).But that’s not the only reason people clean.A whopping 70% admitted that tidying their home was a way of putting off having to do other things, with the average procrastinator②using that trick four times a week.The survey showed that 86% of respondents do feel on top of their chores, but the last deep clean of their kitchen happened over a week and a half ago. That’s no surprise because the kitchen is most dreaded of all.Conducted by OnePoll on behalf of DishFish, makers of multipurpose sponges and non-scratch scrubbers, the survey honed in③on people’s attitudes toward dirty dishes and how they get through the cringe④-worthy task.More than two-thirds of people (69%) let their dishes pile up between washings with 20%saying “always” letting them stack up in the sink, which left them feeling stressed.More than any other room, the kitchen was rated as “very difficult” to tackle. And most people enjoy scrubbing their toilet or taking out the garbage more than washing dishes by hand.How do they get through it? 66% listen to music while they clean.72% have a go-to song that they blast while tidying up their home, with “Uptown Funk,” “Read All About It” and “Work” being the three favorite tunes on America’s cleaning playlist.EA powerful and deadly storm moving through Middle Tennessee caused a tornado (龙卷风) that touched down in Nashville early Tuesday morning, cutting a swath of destruction that stretched through the city for miles.The storm destroyed parts of several neighborhoods and business districts in the central part of Nashville before moving into the city's eastern suburbs and beyond. Tornadoes impacted several counties in West and Middle Tennessee. In Putnam County, located more than 50 miles east of Nashville, 77 people were still missing, Putnam County leaders said at a Tuesday night press briefing. It's unclear how many of the missing people could be injured; many disasters have missing persons who eventually turn up unharmed. More than 30 people have been treated for storm-related injuries at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, hospital officials said Tuesday morning. Most appear to have been hurt by flying objects. Three people were killed in the Mt. Juliet suburb of Nashville. One couple in their 80s were killed at their home. James and Donna Eaton, 84 and 81, respectively, were identified by police about 5 p.m. Tuesday. Sheriff Kenny Christopher told The Tennessean that a couple living in a mobile home north east of Camden, were thrown into their yard where trees were blown down. Children were reported to be among the dead in Putnam County.Tuesday was the USA’s deadliest day for tornadoes since March 2, 2012. Sirens and cellphone alerts sounded, but the tornado that struck in the hours after midnight moved so quickly that many people in their path could not flee to safer areas. Some of the victims were killed in their beds. “It hit so fast, a lot of people didn't have time to take shelter,” Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said. “Many of these people were sleeping.”The storm left “piles of rubble and the damage of buildings and neighborhoods,” Lee said Tuesday night. At least 140 buildings were destroyed by the storm, which left more than 50,000people without power Tuesday night. Roads, bridges and utilities were also damaged.1.Which one is NOT mentioned about tornadoes according to the passage?A.Areas of severe damage.B.Victims of the tornado.C.Causes of mass deaths.D.Statistics of property loss.2.What do we learn from the second paragraph?A.There is no child injured.B.All the missing people are alive.C.The number of injuries is uncertain.D.The elderly are the biggest victims.3.The last paragraph of the article intends to tell us that .A.tornadoes brings great damageB.people will live without powerC.it will take some time to rebuildD.the homeless should be given a hand4. Where would this passage most probably come from?A. A storybook.B. A newspaper.C. A guidebook.D. A report.A【答案】1-4 BCAB【解析】本文是一篇说明文,描述了英国新冠肺炎的现状,同时也把政府已经和即将采取的措施公布于众。

2023届高考英语最新热点时文阅读:神舟十四号(含练习题)

2023届高考英语最新热点时文阅读:神舟十四号(含练习题)

2023年高考英语新热点时文阅读-神舟十四号01(2022·河北·高三开学考试)Liu Yang, China’s first female astronaut, reportedly, has touched the hearts of millions with a letter to her two children that was made public after she set off into space for the second time earlier this month.“You’re my strongest armor (盔甲) and softest spot. I didn’t allow you to see me off at the launch site because I was afraid that I would burst into tears, ”Liu wrote in the letter to her daughter, 8, and son, 6, just days before being launched into space for the second time on June 5 on the Shenzhou XIV mission.Liu, 43, became China’s first female astronaut in 2012, when she spent 13 days in space during the Shenzhou IX mission. During the Shenzhou XIV mission, she will stay at the Tiangong space station for six months, working with two male colleagues to complete the construction of the station.Many people said that Liu’s words allowed them to see that a national hero is also an ordinary mother, and they wished for her safe return.“Liu fully expressed her love for her children in the letter. It brought tears to my eyes,” commented one netizen on Sina Weibo, China’s Twitter-like micro-blogging platform.“I feel more confident and relaxed," Liu told the media ahead of the launch of the Shenzhou XIV mission.“When I was about to return to the orbital module during the Shenzhou IX mission, I stopped and turned around to salute (致敬) the experimental space station module that I stayed in. At that moment, I told myself that I would come back to space in the near future. I didn’t expect the ‘near future’ to be a decade long,” Liu said.In the letter, she encouraged her children not to be afraid of failure while pursuing their dreams. Liu added that she felt sorry that she could not be there for her son on his first day at primary school. “Although I cannot be with you, I won’t love you any less,” she wrote in the letter. “My babies, if you miss me, just look up into the starry sky. Every time you see the stars twinkle, it’s because I’ m saying ‘I love you’.”1.What is the common reason for Liu’s and netizen’s tears?A.Liu’s affection for her children.B.Liu’s indifferent expressions.C.Liu’s separation from her family.D.Liu’s refusal to meet with her kids. 2.Which of the following best describes Liu taking over the Shenzhou XIV mission? A.Considerate and excited.B.Talkative and expectant.C.Ready and honest.D.Confident and equipped.3.What is Liu’s purpose of writing this letter?A.To encourage kids to try.B.To say goodbye to her children.C.To catch public attention.D.To praise the spirit of space.4.From which is the text probably taken?A.A science magazine.B.A woman autobiography.C.A Chinese textbook.D.A news coverage.02(2022·吉林·长春十一高高二)Shenzhou XIV mission blasts offThe Shenzhou XIV mission—China's ninth manned spaceflight was launched successfully on Sunday morning from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in the northwestern Gobi Desert.____5____ three crew members – Senior Colonel Chen Dong, Senior Colonel Liu Yang and Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe—will stay in the Tiangong space station for half a year.Before them the Shenzhou XII and XIII three-member crews lived inside the Tiangong, ____6____ is traveling in low-Earth orbit about 400 kilometers high.In early May, the Tianzhou 4 cargo spacecraft was launched by a Long March 7 rocket from Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan province, ____7____ (transport) nearly 6 metric tons of propellants and materials to Tiangong.Tiangong consists of the Tianhe core module, the Tianzhou 3 and the Tianzhou 4.In July, the station's first lab component—Wentian, or Quest for the Heavens – will be launched, while the second lab ____8____ (name) Mengtian, or Dreaming of the Heavens, will be sent to dock with the station in October. After they are connected with the Tiangong, the station will form a T-shaped structure.The Tiangong is expected ____9____ (operate) for up to 15 years and will serve as a scientific platform, space officials have said, noting it will also be open to foreign astronauts.03(2022·安徽宣城·高一期末)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。

时文阅读与练习(含答案)--2023届高考英语复习备考

时文阅读与练习(含答案)--2023届高考英语复习备考

时文阅读:太阳能树太阳能树是一种将太阳能技术与树状相结合的功能性发电机。

它是一种可扩展的产品,应用范围广泛,不仅可以产生足够的能量为单个家庭或整个社区供电,还可以用于商业停车场为电动汽车充电。

太阳能树是太阳能发电系统或其他清洁能源的补充,让我们一起来了解一下吧。

阅读短文并回答问题A solar tree is a structure resembling a tree that generates solar energy using photovoltaic panels(太阳能光伏板). It helps solve an urgent global challenge: Replacing greenhouse gas-emitting energy sources like oil and gas with renewable energy. But the power generation potential of solar trees is relatively limited, and their primary purpose is to raise public awareness about renewable energy by getting people to notice and interact(互动)with solar energy in new ways.Solar trees generally have a firm metal, plastic, or stone base that extends up and out into “branches” on which solar panels are mounted. Beyond this basic structure, there is great diversity in the design of solar tree units. The solar tree’s photovoltaic “leaves”absorb sunlight, converting it into electricity that is conducted down through the trunk-like central pillar of the structure to an inside battery. Many designs feature rotating(旋转的)panels that can move throughout the day in order to obtain the greatest amount of sunlight.Solar trees help power homes, businesses, and public services. They can create shade to help reduce the urban heat island effect and provide shelter in severe weather such as rainstorms and heatwaves, creating greater urban resilience in the face of climate change. They also enhance public spaces, providing charging stations, and powering streetlights.In comparison to other kinds of ground-mounted solar panel devices, solar trees don’t require much land. They make solar energy generation possible in land-scarce areasthat can’t support vast solar arrays, as well as places that lack sufficient rooftop space for panels. However, solar panels are much cheaper than solar trees at present and have far greater energy generation capacity. Therefore, present solar tree designs often serve as a supplemental source rather than as a primary energy source.At present, solar trees aren’t designed as large-scale solar projects, which limits their ability to contribute to the low-carbon energy transition. Still, their varied designs are appealing. This makes solar trees effective at displaying and thereby educating people about solar energy, and promoting a business or organization’s commitment to renewable energy.1. What is the main purpose of building solar trees?A. To beautify the urban environment.B. To draw public attention to solar energy.C. To replace non-renewable energy resources.D. To provide charging services in emergencies.2. What do we know about a solar tree?A. It stores energy in its own battery.B. It can adjust its height automatically.C. It is made of environmentally friendly materials.D. It transforms sunlight into electricity by its metal base.3. What does the third paragraph mainly talk about?A. The design features of solar trees.B. The ways of saving energy in cities.C. The benefits of solar trees to humans.D. The difficulties of promoting solar trees.4. What advantage do solar trees have over other ground-mounted solar panel devices?A. They occupy much less land.B. They are cheaper to manufacture.C. They are more effective in generating energy.D. They can work in various weather conditions.答案:BACA生词1. gas-emitting adj. 排放气体的2. pillar n. 柱子,桥墩(尤指兼作装饰的)3. resilience n. 恢复力;适应力4. array n. 阵列语块1. solar energy 太阳能2. renewable energy 再生能源3. solar panels 太阳能板4. throughout the day 整天5. public services 公共服务6. urban heat island effect 城市热岛效应7. severe weather 恶劣天气8. charging stations 充电站9. in comparison to 与……相比10. contribute to 有助于;对……做贡献知识拓展urban heat island effect城市热岛效应是指城市因大量的人工发热、建筑物和道路等高蓄热体及绿地减少等因素,造成城市“高温化”,城市中的气温明显高于外围郊区的现象。

英语阅读理解(时文广告)题20套(带答案).docx

英语阅读理解(时文广告)题20套(带答案).docx
(2)When will you have a chance to learn something about American transportation?
(3)What can you do if you're free only at weekends?
A.Explore a train travel.
This is the best one from which to buy Chinese language learning books of all levels. There are also dictionaries, encyclopedias, linguistic books and reading materials from which to choose.
B.Watch a show about South Africa.
C.Attend a course about floral design.
D.Enjoy a talk on sharks.
【答案】 (1)C
(2)A
(3)D
【解析】 【分析】本文是一篇应用文,介绍了11月份与史密森尼协会合作的一些事件。
regional(地方的) dances wi th instructor and performer Lesole Maine.探索剧院呈”现的南非精
神:体验反映南非能量,习俗和文化的三个独特的地方舞蹈,指导教师和表演者
Lesole
Maine。因此Discovery Theater Presents Spirit of South Africa这个事件与舞蹈有关,最吸引对舞蹈感兴趣的人,故选C。
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高考英语专项复习阅读理解《新闻报道及其他》十年真题汇总含答案

高考英语专项复习阅读理解《新闻报道及其他》十年真题汇总含答案
The Socrates Expressisa fun, sharp bookthat draws readers in with its apparent simplicity and gradually pulls them in deeper thoughts on desire, loneliness, and aging. The invitation is clear: Weiner wants you to pick up a coffee or tea and sit down with this book. I encourage you to take his offer. It’s worth your time, even if time is something we don’t have a lot of.
Weiner starts each chapter with a scene on a train ride between cities and then frames each philosopher’s work in the context (背景) of one thing they can help us do better. The end result is a read in which we learn to wonder like Socrates, see like Thoreau, listen like Schopenhauer, and have no regrets like Nietzsche. This, more than a book about understanding philosophy, is a book abour learning to use philosophy to improve a life.

初中英语时事热点阅读理解强化练习1(附答案)

初中英语时事热点阅读理解强化练习1(附答案)

初中英语时事热点阅读理解强化练习1(附答案)学校:___________姓名:___________班级:___________考号:___________一、阅读单选第1篇As the saying goes, “A hero is known in the time of misfortune.”Zhong Nanshan is a hero like this. He is a doctor in Guangdong. He saved many people’s lives in 2003. In 2003, SARS broke out in Guangdong. Hundreds of patients even died from the disease. But Zhong was brave enough to fight the disease. Many patients got better. In early 2020, a disease called COVID-19 hit Wuhan. It spread quickly. Thousands of Chinese people were infected(感染). Zhong led his team to Wuhan to fight the illness. Zhong advised people to wear masks, wash hands frequently(频繁地), stay at home and not to go to crowded places.Zhong likes sports very much. Although he was 84, he could still play basketball. Zhong still treats patients in the hospital and teaches young doctors. He always says “I am just a doctor.” But we think he is a hero and a fighter.1.What does Zhong Nanshan do?A.A doctor. B.A nurse. C.A patient. D.A frighter.2.From the passage, we know Zhong Nanshan is a ________ man.A.unhealthy B.brave C.shy D.outgoing3.From the passage, we know Zhong Nanshan likes sports very much, especially________. A.football B.baseball C.basketball D.volleyball4.Zhong Nanshan gave the following advice Except ________ .A.wear masks B.wash hands frequentlyC.not to go to crowded places D.play basketball5.The underlined sentence “A hero is known in the time of misfortune.” probably means ________ according to the passage.A.英雄所见略同B.英雄不问出处C.时势造英雄D.慧眼识英雄第2篇At the beginning of 2021, the Chinese government said it would provide all the Chinese with vaccines (疫苗). It will start vaccinating high-risk groups over the winter. Those who work in hospitals, airports and other public places will receive the vaccines first.The vaccine that China is using is called “killed vaccine”. There are “dead” viruses in these vaccines.They cannot cause any illnesses, but can show your body what the virus looks like and make you immune (免疫) to it.Studies show that China’s vaccines are 79.34% effective (有效). This means that for every 100 people who get vaccinated, about 79 people will become immune to the virus. If 79% of the whole population becomes immune, the possibility of COVID-19 spreading will be very low.China’s vaccines have been tested among three different age groups: 3 to 17, 18 to 59, and 60 and above. The vaccines have been proven (证明) to be safe to the 18-to-59 age group, and this group is getting the vaccines first. The other two groups are expected to be included soon.It takes a few weeks for the body to become immune after vaccination. So it’s highly encouraged to keep wearing masks, practicing social distancing and washing your hands after getting vaccinated. 6.Why does the writer show us this passage?A.To tell us who should get vaccinated.B.To tell us if China’s vaccines are effective.C.To help us learn more about China’s vaccines.7.Which of the following questions is answered in the passage?A.How does the vaccine work?B.Why shouldn’t the people keep wearing masks after getting vaccinated?C.Why will the high-risk groups receive the vaccines first?8.Who do you think should get the vaccine after you read this passage?A.A sixty-two-year-old doctor.B.A forty-nine-year-old bus driver.C.A ten-year-old student.9.Which is NOT true according to the passage?A.Self-protection from COVID-19 is necessary after vaccination.B.About 20% of the people who get vaccinated won’t become immune to the virus.C.The vaccine is safe to all the Chinese people.10.What’s the best title for the passage?A.The History of Vaccine B.Vaccine Is Here for us C.Amazing Vaccines第3篇Are you afraid of COVID-19? How to fight against COVID-19? We choose some books to help you. The books were translated into 13 languages, including Japanese, French and Russian. They are convenient for readers to enjoy.11.If you want to know the beginning of the virus, you can read ________.A.Virus, Virus, You Cannot Scare Me! B.A Special Spring FestivalC.Ten Tips to Fight Monsters D.A Brief History of Viruses for Children 12.The spread of the virus is mentioned in ________.①Virus, Virus, You Cannot Scare Me! ②A Special Spring Festival.③Ten Tips to Fight Monsters. ④A Brief History of Viruses for Children.A.①②③B.①②④C.①③④D.②③④13.According to the passage, which one is NOT true?A.The books were translated into many languages.B.Children can do something to protect themselves.C.We have won the war against COVID-19 completely.D.We can understand the virus basing on reason and science.第4篇Maimaiti, 22, received a gift on his birthday recently. He was honored as the Chinese College Student of the Year 2020. The award (奖项) was created in 2006. Normally, only 10 students receive the honor each year, but for 2020, the number was doubled.Maimaiti who comes from Xinjiang studies in a college in Wuhan, Hubei Province. In January, 2020, instead of returning home, he decided to st ay in Wuhan. “I learned from the news about COVID-19 that Wuhan needed volunteers, so I decided to do something,” he said.For more than 80 days, he carried food and medical things to hospitals and other places in Wuhan. “I know there are volunteers like us protecting my hometown and my family. So we are protecting our country in different places.” he said.Dai Kaifu, the head of Maimaiti’s college, said, “To be part of our battle (战斗) against COVID-19 shows the spirit of the young people and their deep lov e for our country and people.”Maimaiti also volunteered to help test the first COVID-19 vaccine (疫苗) in China “Something had to be done.” he wrote on his WeChat. His courage and kindness got the support (支持) of his family. “Kid, just go ahead. Although we are worried, we fully understand the importance of what you are doing _______.” his father said.Then Maimaiti went to the hospital to get a blood test after two weeks of observation (观察). Everything was normal. He said that it was the most relaxing day in three months for him.14.Why did Maimaiti decide to stay in Wuhan in January, 2020?A.Because he had much schoolwork to do in his college.B.Because his parents supported him in being a volunteer.C.Because it was impossible for him to return home at that time.D.Because he wanted to help with the fight against COVID-1915.Which sentence can be put in the blank “________” in the fifth paragraph?A.Your mother and I disagree with you at all.B.Your mother and I are proud of you.C.Your mother and I don’t wo rry about you at all.D.Your mother and I hope you can go home at once.16.Which of the following is the right order of the events?a. He got a blood test and felt relaxed.b. He helped carry food and medicine.c. He helped test the first COVID-19 vaccine.d. He stayed in Wuhan to fight against COVID-19.A.a bc d B.a d c b C.d a c b D.d b c a 17.What can we know from the passage?A.In 2020, ten students were honored as the Chinese College Student of the Year.B.Maimaiti mainly volunteered to work in hospitals while staying in Wuhan.C.Dai Kaifu spoke highly of what Maimaiti did for our country and people.D.Maimaiti never worried about himself when he was volunteering in Wuhan.第5篇During the outbreak of COVID-19(新冠肺炎爆发), new technology plays an important role in guarding people’s lives.Inventors in Israel have developed a special mask(口罩). It lets customers eat food without taking it off in restaurants. They say it can make a visit to a restaurant less risky.New technology from MIT(麻省理工学院), the USA, shows that drones(无人机) are controlled just by hand and arm gestures, a kind of body language. This makes drone users safer.One local park in Singapore is trying a new way to get its visitors to stay away from each other. Spot, a yellow and black robot dog, goes around the park. It plays a video and warns visitors not to get too close to each other. And it also helps count the visitors in the park with its camera.Drones are also put to use in China. The technology helps look carefully through large crowds and see if someone is in need of medical attention. In Wuhan, self-driving robots are used to bring things to medical workers. These robots look like small cars. They don’t travel too long, but protect medical workers and postmen.18.People can eat food without taking off the special masks in ________.A.China B.the USA C.Israel D.Singapore 19.According to the new technology, ________ is used to control drones.A.a video B.a small car C.a camera D.body language20.In Singapore, ________ warns visitors not to get too close to each other.A.a drone B.a robot dog C.a special mask D.a self-driving robot21.Drones are used to ________ in China.A.find out someone in need of medical attention B.play a video and take photos around the park C.help to protect medical workers and postmen D.help customers in restaurants buy special masks 22.In the passage, ________ countries use new technology during the outbreak of COVID-19.A.two B.three C.four D.five第6篇Da Mao and Er Shun are two giant pandas that have made the Calgary Zoo in Canada their home since 2018. They were expected to live there until 2023. However, they will head back to China earlier than expected.The zoo announced the news on May 12, saying the decision was made due to COVID-19 travel restrictions(限制). The restrictions have made it more challenging for the zoo to get bamboo for the pandas to eat, Global News reported.According to the zoo, 99 percent of a giant panda’s diet is made up of fresh bamboo. Each adult giant panda eats around 40 kg of bamboo a day.“We believe the best and safest place for Er Shun and Da Mao to be during these challenging times is where bamboo is easy to get,” said Dr Clement.23.The news about two giant pandas back to China was reported by ________.A.Global News B.Calgary Zoo C.Teens D.creative papers 24.From the reading we know that Calgary Zoo ________.A.promised to keep Da Mao and Er Shun until 2023B.is not always the suitable place for the two giant pandasC.has been in danger since the outbreak startedD.doesn’t allow any tourists to visit25.It is clear that ________.A.fresh bamboo makes up more than 95% diet of a giant pandaB.a panda eats 40 kg of bamboo each dayC.there will be more giant pandas back to ChinaD.only if pandas are sent back to China can they survive during the pandemic26.Da Mao and Er Shun will head back to China mainly because of ________.A.money B.safety C.COVID-19 D.challenge27.In which section can we read the news?A.TEENS. B.CULTURE. C.INTERNATIONAL. D.HISTORY.第7篇Do you believe in green living? Read the following blog and replies about a fun, easy and creative way to make your lifestyle greener.What do you think of the“new” hat I made for mysister? It used to be mymum’s sweater.Posted by Gina at 8:32 a. m. on 11th February 2018New uses for old clothingNowadays, we’re more wasteful than ever-buying, using and throwing things away without thinking about the costs. We need to start living more responsibly—but how? One answer is to upcycle (再生利用) .If you're like me, you might already make soil for gardening from food waste and use empty paper boxes as storage space. Did you know you can apply the same way to old clothing? You just need imagination!I started upcycling clothing. Making new things out of old clothes is the best way to mix my talent and my interest. Do you upcycle? If so, what new things have you made? If not, why not give it a try?Terry B Posted at 9:08 a. m. on 11th February 2018Why don’t you give your old clothes to people in need? I even give away the most expensive things I don’t wear any more. So I can help the environment while giving something useful to people in need.Gina Posted at 9:28 a. m. on 11th February 2018 earlyGood point! I’m talking about only the oldest clothing in your room — the clothes that are too oldto be worn by others. The same idea goes for food waste at restaurants and supermarkets.Before upcycling food that can still be eaten, for example, using it to make soil, we should give itto those in need.Betty99 Posted at 10:18 a. m. on 11th February 2018I’ve made shopping bags out of T-shirts and dog toys out of socks. Upcycling clothing is a fun hobby,but the most important thing is that it makes me feel like I'm living less wastefully.28.What is special about the hat?A.It came from an old sweater. B.It was given by Gina’s mum.C.It was new and expensive. 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The photo has a cold look and feel.Burke said he often discusses how to come up with interesting ideas in class. “Observe(观察)your community, observe yourself, ” he tells his students. He was surprised by how deep his students’ ideas were.Caitlyn Jaryszak photographed her 2-year-old sister. She is seen wearing a face mask and holding an expandable(可膨胀的)ball. The picture gives the sense that the little girl is in a cage.Caitlyn wanted to show how much her youngest sister’s life has been limited by the COVID-19. “It’s changed her whole life so far,” she said. “I feel like she hasn’t been able to explore.”Burke believes that this task has helped his students connect with each other. “It also helps them face the difficulty. I’m anxious, but I see you’re anxious,” Burke said.根据材料内容选择最佳答案。

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高考英语复习训练-时文阅读理解-时事新闻

能是来自报纸的科学版块。故选 D 项。
2.主题语境:文章介绍了新冠疫情以来,美国人的预期寿命下降了。
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Despite the life-saving COVID-19 vaccines (疫苗), so many people died in the second year of the pandemic
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高三英语阅读理解(时文广告)题20套(带答案)

高三英语阅读理解(时文广告)题20套(带答案)一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.Once again DC Comics and Warner Bros. have divided fans and critics over their latest superhero film.There had been worrying news about Justice League in the months before its release, with a lot of reshoots of scenes, a new director being brought in to finish the film after original director Zack Snyder's tragic loss of his daughter and, of course, a lot of talk about Ben Affleck's future in the role of Batman.Some people are saying that Justice League is another big disappointment, that it could have been incredible and instead fails to really entertain. Others say that Warner Bros. have finally got it right and that the future for the League looks bright.My opinion lies somewhere in the middle. The film was by no means a disappointment: it was exciting, funny and a lot of fun to watch. There's something special about watching the heroes from your childhood brought to life on the big screen and maybe that is affecting my opinion.However, I will say that a lot of work needs to be done if the producer wants to make a great success. Although the film was good, it was obvious which scenes had been reshot and how the characters had been changed. I also have to mention the several scenes in which the special effects were very badly done; these are the kinds of problems that you don't expect to see in a film with such a big budget.Another point to add is that it is good to see the producer making Superman slightly a brighter character and adding some jokes to the plot to keep things fun. But the producer must be careful not to make the mistake that another film producer—here, not mentioning the name—is coming very close to doing: turning all of the films into bright and colorful shows and losing a lot of seriously good stories.In the end, Justice League is not a perfect film but it is definitely not a terrible one. A lot of work is still to be done but I hope that DC does not completely lose its darker side.(1)Before the release of Justice League, many people showed their ______.A. pity for the director, Zack SnyderB. concern about the film's qualityC. higher expectation of the new directorD. support for the actor, Ben Affleck(2)According to the author, what's special about Justice League?A. It advocates social justice.B. It brings lots of fun to the audience.C. It has some brave heroes.D. It brings back childhood memories.(3)In Paragraph 5 the author mainly wants to express his ______.A. views on the film's weaknessB. advice to the film's directorC. love for the filmD. expectation of the film's sequels(4)The author mentioned another film producer to ______.A. stress the importance of fun in a filmB. show Justice League's lack of a serious plotC. serve as a warning to the producer of Justice LeagueD. set an example for the producer of Justice League【答案】(1)B(2)D(3)A(4)C【解析】【分析】本文是一篇应用文,介绍了作者对《正义联盟》这部电影的看法。

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语法填空:李白诗歌赏析-《月下独酌》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.【答案】BDBAB【解析】ChatGPT 推出了新的AI模型GPT-4o,它能够通过语音、文本或图像理解指令,并以同样的方式给出回答。

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高考英语阅读理解(时文广告)题20套(带答案)及解析一、高中英语阅读理解时文广告类1.阅读理解It can be tough to pull kids away from their computers and mobile devices these days. While they're playing games, wouldn't it be great if they could be learning at the same time? Good educational apps offer fun challenges that teach specific grade-level skills. Here are 4 that combine fun and learning.Understanding Math—Addition and Subtraction ($3.99; iOS)Understanding Math—Addition and Subtraction goes beyond basic comprehension to instill a deeper understanding of the whys and hows of math. The app tracks your child's progress to determine strengths and weaknesses in different skill areas, and you can customize your child's learning experience to suit the needs.Word Creativity Kit ($52.99; iOS)Word Creativity Kit aims to make creative writing fun while also build up grammar rules. The app presents a series of words from seven categories, such as space or fantasy. Kids add their own words to finish the complete thoughts that these words have inspired.Barefoot World Atlas ($4.99; iOS)Barefoot World Atlas helps kids learn about geography and world cultures with a touch of the screen. Each region features a set of subtopics, from wildlife and natural features to native people, landmarks, and architecture. These facts and illustrations are delivered in photographs, sounds, and hundreds of mini videos.My Grades & Homework (S0.99; iOS)A combination of grades and homework tracker, My Grades & Homework can help your child stay organized and on top of the progress in school. A convenient calendar and course list format offer a glance at your child's assignment schedule that he/she might not normally get from standard homework planners.(1)What is the common part of the four apps?A.They can encourage children to study harder.B.They can help parents know their children's progress.C.They can make study fun by mini videos.D.They can be installed into iOS operation systems.(2)What is the purpose of the text?A.To encourage parents to allow their students to play apps.B.To wish readers to bring in more similar apps for children.C.To introduce 4 educational apps for readers to buy and use.D.To design the educational apps to combine fun and learning.【答案】(1)D(2)C【解析】【分析】本文是一篇应用文,介绍了四款集乐趣和学习一体的教育应用程序。

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The robbing of the three ships Sunday was about 600 miles outside the normal operation area for the international force, said a spokesman.The spokesman said the attack so far out at sea was a clear sign that the international patrols against pirates were having a “marked effect on pirate activity in the area”.“Once they start attacking that far out, you're not even really talking about the Somali basin or areas of water that have any connection with Somalia.” said an officer, Roger Middleton. “Once you're that far out, it's just the Indian Ocean,and it means you're looking at trade going from the Gulf to Asia, from Asia to South Africa.”“This is the farthest robbing to date. They are now operating near the Maldives and India.” said another officer.The three ships-the MV Prantalay 11,12,and 14-had 77 members on board in total. All of them are Thai, the spokesman said. Before the Sunday robbing, pirates held 11 ships and 228 sailors.Pirates have increased attacks over the past year in hopes of catching more dollar payments. Because of increased patrols and defenses on board ships, the success rate(率) has gone down, though the number of successful attacks has stayed the same year over year.1. The pirate attack reported in the text happened________.A. far out in the Indian OceanB. in the normal patrol areaC. near the Somali coastD. in the south of Africa2. According to the text, which can best describe the situation of the pirate problems?A. More goods on board are lost.B. Pirate attacks happen in a larger area now.C. The number of attacks has stayed the same these years.D. Pirate attacks are as serious as before along the Somali coast.3. Which is TRUE about the warship patrols according to the text?A. The patrols are of little effect.B. The patrols are more difficult.C. More patrols are quite necessary even in Asia.D. The patrols only drive the pirates to other areas.4. How many sailors were held by the pirates up to the time of the report?A. 228.B. 77.C. 383.D. 305.(二)(2010·陕西高考)Brave Frenchman Found Half??way Around the World(NEW YORK)A French tourist highly praised for rescuing a two??year??old girl in Manhattan said he didn't think twice before diving into the freezing East River.Tuesday's Daily News said 29??year??old Julien Duret from France is the man who left the spot quickly after the rescue last Saturday.He lifted the little girl out of the water after she fell off the bank at the South Street Seaport museum. He handed the girl to her father,David Anderson, who had dived in after him.“I didn't think at all.”Duret told the Daily News. “It happened very fast. I reacted very fast.”Duret,an engineer on vacation, was walking with his girlfriend along the pier(码头)when he saw something falling into the water. He thought it was a doll,but realized it was a child when he approached the river, in an instant, he took off his coat and jumped into the water.When he reached the girl, she appeared lifeless, he said. Fortunately,when she was out of the water, she opened her eyes.Anderson said his daughter slipped off the bank when he was adjusting his camera. An ambulance came later for her, said Duret, who was handed dry clothes from onlookers. Duret caught a taxi with his girlfriend shortly after.The rescue happened on the day before he left for France. Duret said he didn't realize his tale of heroism had greatly moved New York until he was leaving the city the next morning.“I don't really think I'm a hero.”said Duret. “Anyone would do the same thing.”1. Why was Duret in New York?A. To meet his girlfriend.B. To work as an engineer.C. To spend his holiday.D. To visit the Andersons.2. What did Duret do shortly after the ambulance came?A. He was interviewed by a newspaper.B. He asked his girlfriend for his dry clothes.C. He went to the hospital in the ambulance.D. He disappeared from the spot quickly.3. Who dived after Duret into the river to save the little girl?A. David Anderson.B. A passer??by.C. His girlfriend.D. A taxi driver.4. When was Duret most probably found to be the very hero?A. The day when he was leaving for home.B. A couple of days after the girl was rescued.C. The first day when he was in New York.D. The same day when he was interviewed.(三)An old problem is getting new attention in the United States—bullying. Recent cases included the tragic case of a 15??year??old girl whose family moved from Ireland. She hanged herself in Massachusetts following months of bullying. Her parents criticized her school for failing to protect her. Officials have brought criminal charges against several teenagers.Judy Kuczynski is president of an anti??bullying group called Bully Police USA. Her daughter Tina was also the victim of severe bullying starting in middle school in the state of Minnesota. She said,“Our daughter was a very outgoing child. She was involved in all kinds of things and had lots of friends. And over a period of time her grades fell completely. She started having health issues. She couldn't sleep. She wasn't eating. She had terrible stomach pains. Didn't want to go to school.”Bullying is defined as negative behavior repeated over time against the same person. It can involve physical violence, or it can be verbal—for example, insults or threats. Spreading lies about someone or excluding a person from a group is known as social or relational bullying.And now there is cyberbullying, which uses the Internet, e??mail or text messages. It has easy appeal for the bully because it does not involve face??to??face contact and it can be done at any time.The first serious research studies into bullying were done in Norway in the late 1970s. Thelatest government study in the United States was released last year. It found that about one??third of students age twelve to eighteen were bullied at school.Susan Swearer is a psychologist at the University of Nebraska??Lincoln and co??director of the Bullying Research Network. She says schools should treat bullying as a mental health problem to get bullies and victims the help they need. She says bullyingis connected to depression, anxiety and anti??social behavior and bullies are often victims themselves.1. From the case of Tina, we can know that ________.A. bullying is rareB. victims suffered a lotC. schools are to blameD. personalities are related2. Which of the following is NOT bullying?A. To beat someone repeatedly.B. To call someone names.C. To isolate someone from friends.D. To refuse to help someone in need.3. Why is cyberbullying appealing to the bully?A. Because it can involve more people.B. Because it can create worse effects.C. Because it is more convenient.D. Because it can avoid cheating.4. According to Susan Swearer, ________.A. bullies are antisocialB. bullies should give victims helpC. students are not equally treatedD. bullies themselves also need help(四)Third??generation mobile phones, known as 3G, are the next big step for the telecom industry. Data speed in 3G networks is much quicker than present technology. This means users can have high??speed Internet access and enjoy video and CD??quality music on their phones.“Mobile data is not a dream; it's not an option but a requirement.” said Len Lauer, head of a US communications company,Sprint PCS,at a 3G conference in Bangkok earlier this month.With 3G, you can forget about text messages telling you yesterday's news; a 3G phone can receive video news programs, updated four times a day. Internet access will also be much quicker, making it easier to surf the Web on your phone than on your computer at home.Face to face video callsAnd don't worry about getting lost. 3G phones offer map services so you can find a new restaurant just by pressing a few keys on your handset.However, the most impressive part of 3G technology is video calling. With live two??day video communication, you can have face??to??face talks with friends and family on your mobile phone.Many European countries have already launched the service. In May 2000 the US Government issued five licenses to run 3G wireless services, while the first 3G phones arrived in Italy in March this year.International telecom companies can't wait to sell 3G in China, the world's largest mobile telecommunications market. But they will have to be patient. At the moment, China is busy testing its 3G??based technologies, networks and services. This will be followed by a trial period before the phones can finally hit the shops.“We need to create a pool of 3G customers before the largescale commercial launch of the service.” said Fan Yunjun, marketing manager for Beijing Mobile. “We expect that the 3G licenses will be issued late next year. ”1. With 3G, you can do the following EXCEPT ________.A. find your way easilyB. learn what's going on in the worldC. make your computer run fasterD. make face??to??face video telephone calls2. According to the text, which function of the following makes 3G technology most extraordinary?A. It can provide video news programs, updated four times a day.B. Users can have face??to??face talks with friends and family on their mobile phones.C. Users can enjoy video and CD??quality music on their phones.D. It'll be easier for users to surf the Web on their phone than on their computers at home.3. Which of the following is true according to the passage?A. 3G mobile phones were first used in America.B. Foreign telecom companies won't enter China.C. 3G technology is now at the commercial stage in China.D. Users in China won't probably use 3G mobile phones until late next year.4. What does Len Lauer want to inform the readers?A. Realizing the dream of mobile data based on the application of 3G is a must.B. There is no need to send messages since 3G can receive video news programs.C. 3G is supposed to own all the functions that a computer has.D. It is a choice to carry mobile data with 3G phones.时文报道类答案与解析本篇文章为新闻报道类文体。

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