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Section Ⅰ　“Reading”的课文习读环节
泛读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)理清文脉结构
(二)把握主旨大意
What's the main idea of the text？(　 )
A．The dangers artificial intelligence brings to human beings.
B．Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly.
C．Human beings will be destroyed by artificial intelligence.
D．The advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence.
精读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)阅读理解
1．How does the author introduce the topic？(　 )
A．By setting up an imaginable scene.
B．By using someone's words.
C．By giving an experience.
D．By expressing a feeling.
2．Which of the following is deep learning AI capable of doing？(　 )
A．Developing intelligent machines.
B．Analysing massive amounts of data.
C．Becoming a part of the human brain.
D．Learning from the previous actions.
3．What proved that deep learning AI systems had made a significant advance？(　 )
A．The term “artificial intelligence” was coined.
B．Alan Turing came up with his theory.
C．Deep Blue was beaten by Garry Kasparov.
D．Ke Jie was defeated by AlphaGo.
4．How does the author express his worries about the AI technology？(　 )
A．By asking questions.
B．By making comparisons.
C．By having a discussion.
D．By referring to documents.
5．What's the author's attitude towards artificial intelligence？(　 )
A．Optimistic.　　　　 B．Pessimistic.
C．Cautious. D．Not mentioned.
(二)阅读表达
1．What does the author suggest doing to protect us from the dangers posed by AI
　　
2．What's your attitude towards the application of artificial intelligence
　
　
|阅|读|技|能|提|升| 　根据标题预测作者情感
标题是一篇文章很重要的部分，因为标题是首先获得文章信息的地方，能反映文章的主旨，有时也能推测作者的态度和情感。本篇文章的标题是 “Artificial intelligence: friendly or frightening？”，两个形容词friendly和frightening奠定了文章的感情基调，并为下文埋下了伏笔。文章首段通过对未来的美好设想导入人工智能这一话题；接着介绍了人工智能的定义和发展情况；随后将话题转至人工智能未来发展的种种不确定性，以一连串的疑问句表明人们对此的担忧；最后作者回到开头的设想，表达了自己的观点并提醒读者在畅想未来的同时也要保持谨慎。
(一)赏用词之妙
1．Imagine waking up one morning with the option of staying in bed and pressing a button to send a robot to do all the work for you.
赏析：本句中运用imagine后跟动名词短语作宾语的方式，为所要论述的话题设置了生动的场景。
2．At the basic level, artificial intelligence is a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines.One of the essential aims of AI is to ...
赏析：此处前后两句中分别使用了单词aim的动词和名词用法，介绍开发人工智能的目的以及实现该目的的方式。对同一词汇不同词性的恰当运用既可以使文章前后呼应，体现连贯性，又能凸显用词的灵活多变，彰显深厚的语言功底。
3．From autonomous vehicles to domestic robots, from recommendation systems to computers writing novels, AI has an unlimited number of applications.
赏析：本句中短语from ...to ...与 an unlimited number of搭配使用，具体说明了人工智能的广泛应用。
[提能训练]　(完成句子/一句多译)
①________________________ where there are no telephones or cars.　想象一下生活在一个没有电话、没有汽车的地方会是什么样子。
②In the tent, there were many children from the earthquake stricken area, their ages __________________.　帐篷里有许多来自地震灾区的孩子，他们的年龄从10岁到17岁不等。
③这项活动旨在提高学生的听说能力。
→_______________________________ students' ability of listening and speaking.(aim v．)
→________________________________ students' ability of listening and speaking.(aim n．)　　　　
(二)赏句式之高
1．How cool that would be!
赏析：本句为感叹句，表达了作者的喜悦之情以及对人工智能技术的赞叹。
2．With machines like AlphaGo now capable of thinking and learning from their mistakes, we are getting closer to the dividing line between humans and machines.
赏析：本句中运用了“with＋宾语＋宾语补足语”形式的with复合结构， 其中形容词短语 capable of ...充当宾语补足语，解释了AI发展的趋势。
[提能训练]　(运用上述句式完成句子)
①____________________ to know you are invited to a dinner party by your Chinese friend！　
得知你被你的中国朋友邀请参加晚宴，我很高兴！
②She said good bye _____________________________________________________.
她含着眼泪说了声再见。
③We found he was asleep ______________________________________________.
我们发现他头枕着胳膊睡着了。　　　　
(三)赏描摹之韵(写作手法)
Could machines really develop human like intelligence And what would happen if they did Would thinking machines work alongside humans or threaten the existence of humans How would they be punished if they committed crimes or even murdered humans
赏析：此处连续使用了四个疑问句，层层发问，引人深思，既突出了文章的主题，又增强了文章的气势，用在演讲稿中可以调动听众的热情，引起共鸣。
[提能训练]　(完成语段)
What do you mean _____________________？ _____________________________？
你是什么意思？你打算退出吗？你想违背自己的诺言吗？　　　　
(四)赏修辞之功
Stephen Hawking, for example, warned, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.”
赏析：此处作者引用著名物理学家斯蒂芬·霍金的名言来佐证自己的观点，使之更有说服力和权威性。
[提能训练]　(运用上述修辞手法完成语段)
I enjoy the feeling of working with my teammates as well as the time we spend together.______________________________， “The process is much more beautiful than the outcome.”
我喜欢和队友一起工作的感觉，也喜欢我们一起度过的时光。有句谚语说：“过程比结果美好得多。”　　　　
科技发展是人类前进的动力，它深刻影响着人类的生存方式。随着科技的发展与进步，科学技术一定会改善我们的生活环境和质量，给人类带来巨大的福利，使我们的生活越来越精彩。阅读下文，展望未来，体会科技能创造的无限可能。
SMART HOMES TO MAKE LIFE EASIER
Have you ever forgotten to lock the door of your house Or, have you ever forgotten to switch off the TV or computer These kinds of things happen to us all the time, waste resources, and can sometimes lead to problems.However, in the not-too-distant future, we will be living in smart homes that will lock the door for us when we are away and remember to switch off the TV when
①
we forget. These smart homes will keep us secure, save us energy, and provide a more comfortable environment to live in.
Intelligent Controls
Today, we have to use switches for our lights, knobs for our appliances, and remote controls for our TVs and air conditioners.In the future, we will be using advanced technology every day for automatic control of just about everything in our home.The future home will use integrated sensors to tell when you leave home each morning, and then go into an energy-efficient mode all by itself.You will no longer have to think about turning switches on and off yourself.Your home will also learn your daily routine and preferences, so everything will be ready for you when you get home each evening.Your lights will come on the instant you enter the door along with your
②
favourite music or TV programmes and you will find your dinner already prepared for you.All controls will respond to voice commands, so if you want to change your routine, you just say aloud what you want and the home system will obey.
Regular Health Checks
In addition, your smart home will be monitoring your health for you every day.Your bed, for example, will record how well you sleep every night.It will also be checking your body weight.If you start to have sleep or weight problems, it will send a warning to your phone.It will also give you suggestions on a healthier diet and how to sleep better.Smart toilets will be keeping constant track of your health as well. They can warn you early on if there is something abnormal or if you
③
have a critical illness, such as cancer, and potentially save your life.
No More Disasters
Smart homes will be able to prevent serious damage from accidents.For example, if a water pipe starts leaking, or if there is a short in the electrical wiring, your smart home will detect it and provide you with the relevant information.This way，you will be able to fix the problem before your home becomes flooded or catches fire.
This smart technology is not a fantasy.Many of these new innovations are already available and being used in some homes.In this sense, the home of tomorrow is already the home of today.Nevertheless, it will take some years before most new homes begin to use this new technology.
[阅读理解]
1．What will integrated sensors be used to do？(　 )
A．To switch off TVs and air conditioners.
B．To remind you when you should start off.
C．To control the home automatically.
D．To tell you when the dinner is ready.
2．Why does the author refer to a bed in the third paragraph？(　 )
A．To tell us that having a good sleep is vital.
B．To show how smart homes help monitor our health.
C．To replace a doctor in smart homes.
D．To show readers how comfortable it is.
3．What can we learn from paragraph 5 (　 )
A．The homes in the future are the same as today.
B．Smart homes can make people full of imagination.
C．Much of the new equipment has been invented in some homes.
D．It will take some years before smart homes are completely put into use.
[素养积累]
1．由文积词汇
switch off　　　　　 关(电灯、机器等)
all the time 一直
appliance n. 电器；器具
remote control 遥控器；遥控
automatic adj. 自动的
integrated adj. 各部分密切协调的；综合的
leak vi.& vt. 漏；渗漏；透露
n. 漏洞；裂缝；透露
relevant adj. 有关的；有意义的
innovation n. 创新；创造
nevertheless adv. 尽管如此；不过；然而
2．据文悟句式
句①　本句为复合句。主句使用了将来进行时。that引导定语从句，修饰先行词smart homes，that在从句中作主语；该从句的主干为“that will lock the door for us and remember to switch off the TV”；定语从句中又包含两个由when引导的时间状语从句。
句②　本句为and连接的并列复合句。第一个分句中，the instant you enter the door为the instant引导的时间状语从句，the instant表示“一……就……”。
句③　本句是由and连接的并列句，在第一个分句中有两个if引导的条件状语从句。
Section Ⅰ　“Reading”的课文习读环节
课文阅读理解
泛读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)①realize　②transforming　③approaches　④development
⑤applications　⑥Worries　⑦careful
(二)D
精读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)1～5　ABDAC
(二)1.We should not be too greedy and rather be careful what we wish for.
2．I think AI and intelligent machines can free human labors from all kinds of jobs, bringing us a lot of convenience.
课文写法借鉴
(一)①Imagine living in a place　②varying from 10 to 17
③This activity aims to improve;
The aim of this activity is to improve
(二)①How delighted I am　②with tears in her eyes
③with his head on his arms
(三)Are you going to drop out; Do you want to break your promise
(四)There is a proverb that goes
美文阅读润心
1～3　CBD
1 / 7(共79张PPT)
UNIT 4　Living with technology
把握单元素养目标
主题意识 本单元的主题是“科技发展”。通过了解科技发展的最新成果和趋势，感受科技改变世界的深远影响，培养创新意识；通过了解人工智能的发展、应用以及人们对其发展后果的担忧，正确认识人工智能的两面性，培养辩证思维能力。
语法项目 掌握将来进行时的概念及规则，并能在真实语境中灵活使用。
续表
语言输入 听 能从广播节目中获取有关时间胶囊的知识，并提取关键信息点做笔记。
读 能读懂有关人工智能的科普文章；能把握访谈对话的文体特征和语言特色，并从中了解虚拟现实技术的实际应用和未来发展等信息。
看 观看一段讲述科技发展如何使科幻变为现实的视频，并能从画面、色彩等非语言手段中获取相关信息。
续表
语言输出 写 能通过引用名人名言的写作手法为自己的观点进行佐证；
能使用正确的结构和恰当的写作技巧给未来的人们写一封信。
说 能就未来科技发展、虚拟现实等话题和同伴沟通交流；能用英语和同伴谈论写给未来的信。
Section Ⅰ “Reading”
的课文习读环节
目 录
NO.1 课文阅读理解
NO.2 课文写法借鉴
NO.3 美文阅读润心
课时检测
课文阅读理解
NO.1
泛读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)理清文脉结构
realize
transforming
approaches
development
applications
Worries
careful
√
(二)把握主旨大意
What's the main idea of the text
A．The dangers artificial intelligence brings to human beings.
B．Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly.
C．Human beings will be destroyed by artificial intelligence.
D．The advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence.
√
精读课文，完成以下学习任务
(一)阅读理解
1．How does the author introduce the topic
A．By setting up an imaginable scene.
B．By using someone's words.
C．By giving an experience.
D．By expressing a feeling.
√
2．Which of the following is deep-learning AI capable of doing
A．Developing intelligent machines.
B．Analysing massive amounts of data.
C．Becoming a part of the human brain.
D．Learning from the previous actions.
√
3．What proved that deep-learning AI systems had made a significant advance
A．The term “artificial intelligence” was coined.
B．Alan Turing came up with his theory.
C．Deep Blue was beaten by Garry Kasparov.
D．Ke Jie was defeated by AlphaGo.
√
4．How does the author express his worries about the AI technology
A．By asking questions.
B．By making comparisons.
C．By having a discussion.
D．By referring to documents.
√
5．What's the author's attitude towards artificial intelligence
A．Optimistic.　　　　 B．Pessimistic.
C．Cautious. D．Not mentioned.
(二)阅读表达
1．What does the author suggest doing to protect us from the dangers posed by AI
2．What's your attitude towards the application of artificial intelligence
We should not be too greedy and rather be careful what we wish for.
I think AI and intelligent machines can free human labors from all kinds of jobs, bringing us a lot of convenience.
|阅|读|技|能|提|升| 　根据标题预测作者情感
标题是一篇文章很重要的部分，因为标题是首先获得文章信息的地方，能反映文章的主旨，有时也能推测作者的态度和情感。本篇文章的标题是 “Artificial intelligence: friendly or frightening？”，两个形容词friendly和frightening奠定了文章的感情基调，并为下文埋下了伏笔。文章首段通过对未来的美好设想导入人工智能这一话题；接着介绍了人工智能的定义和发展情况；随后将话题转至人工智能未来发展的种种不确定性，以一连串的疑问句表明人们对此的担忧；最后作者回到开头的设想，表达了自己的观点并提醒读者在畅想未来的同时也要保持谨慎。
课文写法借鉴
NO.2
(一)赏用词之妙　
1．Imagine waking up one morning with the option of staying in bed and pressing a button to send a robot to do all the work for you.
赏析：本句中运用imagine后跟动名词短语作宾语的方式，为所要论述的话题设置了生动的场景。
2．At the basic level, artificial intelligence is a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines.One of the essential aims of AI is to ...
赏析：此处前后两句中分别使用了单词aim的动词和名词用法，介绍开发人工智能的目的以及实现该目的的方式。对同一词汇不同词性的恰当运用既可以使文章前后呼应，体现连贯性，又能凸显用词的灵活多变，彰显深厚的语言功底。
3．From autonomous vehicles to domestic robots, from recommendation systems to computers writing novels, AI has an unlimited number of applications.
赏析：本句中短语from ...to ...与 an unlimited number of搭配使用，具体说明了人工智能的广泛应用。
[提能训练]　(完成句子/一句多译)
①_______________________ where there are no telephones or cars.
想象一下生活在一个没有电话、没有汽车的地方会是什么样子。
②In the tent, there were many children from the earthquake-stricken area, their ages ____________________.　
帐篷里有许多来自地震灾区的孩子，他们的年龄从10岁到17岁不等。
Imagine living in a place
varying from 10 to 17
[提能训练]　(完成句子/一句多译)
③这项活动旨在提高学生的听说能力。
→__________________________ students' ability of listening and speaking.(aim v．)
→________________________________ students' ability of listening and speaking.(aim n．)
This activity aims to improve
The aim of this activity is to improve
(二)赏句式之高　
1．How cool that would be!
赏析：本句为感叹句，表达了作者的喜悦之情以及对人工智能技术的赞叹。
2．With machines like AlphaGo now capable of thinking and learning from their mistakes, we are getting closer to the dividing line between humans and machines.
赏析：本句中运用了“with＋宾语＋宾语补足语”形式的with复合结构， 其中形容词短语 capable of ...充当宾语补足语，解释了AI发展的趋势。
[提能训练]　(运用上述句式完成句子)
①___________________ to know you are invited to a dinner party by your Chinese friend！　
得知你被你的中国朋友邀请参加晚宴，我很高兴！
②She said good-bye ____________________.
她含着眼泪说了声再见。
③We found he was asleep _______________________.
我们发现他头枕着胳膊睡着了。
How delighted I am
with tears in her eyes
with his head on his arms
(三)赏描摹之韵(写作手法)　
Could machines really develop human-like intelligence And what would happen if they did Would thinking machines work alongside humans or threaten the existence of humans How would they be punished if they committed crimes or even murdered humans
赏析：此处连续使用了四个疑问句，层层发问，引人深思，既突出了文章的主题，又增强了文章的气势，用在演讲稿中可以调动听众的热情，引起共鸣。
[提能训练]　(完成语段)
What do you mean ______________________________________
__________________？　
你是什么意思？你打算退出吗？你想违背自己的诺言吗？
Are you going to drop out Do you want to
break your promise
(四)赏修辞之功　
Stephen Hawking, for example, warned, “The development of full artificial intelligence could spell the end of the human race.”
赏析：此处作者引用著名物理学家斯蒂芬·霍金的名言来佐证自己的观点，使之更有说服力和权威性。
[提能训练]　(运用上述修辞手法完成语段)
I enjoy the feeling of working with my teammates as well as the time we spend together. __________________________, “The process is much more beautiful than the outcome.”
我喜欢和队友一起工作的感觉，也喜欢我们一起度过的时光。有句谚语说：“过程比结果美好得多。”　
There is a proverb that goes
美文阅读润心
NO.3
科技发展是人类前进的动力，它深刻影响着人类的生存方式。随着科技的发展与进步，科学技术一定会改善我们的生活环境和质量，给人类带来巨大的福利，使我们的生活越来越精彩。阅读下文，展望未来，体会科技能创造的无限可能。
SMART HOMES TO MAKE LIFE EASIER
Have you ever forgotten to lock the door of your house Or, have you ever forgotten to switch off the TV or computer These kinds of things happen to us all the time, waste resources, and can sometimes lead to problems.However, in the not-too-distant future, we will be living in smart homes that will lock the door for us when we are away and remember to switch off the TV when we forget. These smart homes will keep us secure, save us energy, and provide a more comfortable environment to live in.
①
Intelligent Controls
Today, we have to use switches for our lights, knobs for our appliances, and remote controls for our TVs and air conditioners.In the future, we will be using advanced technology every day for automatic control of just about everything in our home.The future home will use integrated sensors to tell when you leave home each morning, and then go into an energy-efficient mode all by itself.You will no longer have to think about turning switches on and off
yourself.Your home will also learn your daily routine and preferences, so everything will be ready for you when you get home each evening.Your lights will come on the instant you enter the door along with your favourite music or TV programmes and you will find your dinner already prepared for you.All controls will respond to voice commands, so if you want to change your routine, you just say aloud what you want and the home system will obey.
②
Regular Health Checks
In addition, your smart home will be monitoring your health for you every day.Your bed, for example, will record how well you sleep every night.It will also be checking your body weight.If you start to have sleep or weight problems, it will send a warning to your phone.It will also give you suggestions on a healthier diet and how to sleep better.Smart toilets will be keeping constant track of your health as well. They can warn you early on if there is something abnormal or if you have a critical illness, such as cancer, and potentially save your life.
③
No More Disasters
Smart homes will be able to prevent serious damage from accidents.For example, if a water pipe starts leaking, or if there is a short in the electrical wiring, your smart home will detect it and provide you with the relevant information.This way，you will be able to fix the problem before your home becomes flooded or catches fire.
This smart technology is not a fantasy.Many of these new innovations are already available and being used in some homes.In this sense, the home of tomorrow is already the home of today.Nevertheless, it will take some years before most new homes begin to use this new technology.
[阅读理解]
1．What will integrated sensors be used to do
A．To switch off TVs and air conditioners.
B．To remind you when you should start off.
C．To control the home automatically.
D．To tell you when the dinner is ready.
√
2．Why does the author refer to a bed in the third paragraph
A．To tell us that having a good sleep is vital.
B．To show how smart homes help monitor our health.
C．To replace a doctor in smart homes.
D．To show readers how comfortable it is.
√
3．What can we learn from paragraph 5
A．The homes in the future are the same as today.
B．Smart homes can make people full of imagination.
C．Much of the new equipment has been invented in some homes.
D．It will take some years before smart homes are completely put into use.
√
[素养积累]
1．由文积词汇
switch off　　　　　　 关(电灯、机器等)
all the time 一直
appliance n. 电器；器具
remote control 遥控器；遥控
automatic adj. 自动的
integrated adj. 各部分密切协调的；综合的
leak vi.& vt. 漏；渗漏；透露
n. 漏洞；裂缝；透露
relevant adj. 有关的；有意义的
innovation n. 创新；创造
nevertheless adv. 尽管如此；不过；然而
2．据文悟句式
句①　本句为复合句。主句使用了将来进行时。that引导定语从句，修饰先行词smart homes，that在从句中作主语；该从句的主干为“that will lock the door for us and remember to switch off the TV”；定语从句中又包含两个由when引导的时间状语从句。
句②　本句为and连接的并列复合句。第一个分句中，the instant you enter the door为the instant引导的时间状语从句，the instant表示“一……就……”。
句③　本句是由and连接的并列句，在第一个分句中有两个if引导的条件状语从句。
课时检测
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
In a typical day of your life, as you perform your morning routine, which includes making coffee and controlling the heating system, and even during your journey to work, there is a similar theme — your engagement with AI devices.The items have turned into more than just lifeless objects.Here are three trends that are expected to make this year an important one:
Trend 1: AI Pins
AI Pins are wearable devices that bring the power of artificial intelligence closer to you.These tiny devices can be attached to your clothing or other surfaces, offering an interactive AI experience.They combine hardware and software, including cameras, depth sensors (传感器), motion sensors, and built-in speakers.The absence of a traditional screen promotes some creative functions.
Trend 2: Robots for Elderly Care
At present, elderly care has gained significant attention.Care robots mainly provide physical assistance and company.The goal now is to change these robots from supportive roles to well-developed caregivers, capable of more various responsibilities.
Trend 3: Smart Doorbells
Smart doorbells have changed how we think about keeping our homes safe, which also greatly improve convenience of modern homes.Let's look closer at the challenges, benefits, and the future of this trend.One of the main problems is the growing concern over privacy.Users are increasingly worried about the potential misapplication of information collected by these devices.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了今年人工智能设备的三大发展趋势。
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1．What can people do with AI Pins
A．Take photos.　　 B．Ensure home safety.
C．Care seniors. D．Replace mobile phones.
解析：细节理解题。根据Trend 1: AI Pins部分中的“They combine hardware and software, including cameras, depth sensors, motion sensors, and built-in speakers.”可知，AI Pins可以拍照。
2．What is the challenge of smart doorbells
A．High cost. B．Inconvenience.
C．Misuse of data. D．No screen.
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解析：细节理解题。根据Trend 3: Smart Doorbells部分中的“Users are increasingly worried about the potential misapplication of information collected by these devices.”可知，智能门铃的问题是数据会被滥用。
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3．Where is the text taken from
A．An ad website. B．A news article.
C．A research paper. D．A textbook.
解析：文章出处题。通读全文，尤其是第一段可知，文章对今年人工智能设备的发展趋势进行了概述，再结合文中对AI Pins、老年护理机器人和智能门铃的详细描述，可推出本文应出自一篇新闻报道。
B
Max Du won the Canada-Wide Science Fair.His project is a drone (无人机) to save people who go into cardiac (心脏的) arrest.Max got the inspiration during holiday break last year.“I got a toy drone from my parents, but I couldn't fly it because it is snowy.” Max said.“So I played with it at home, and it got me thinking how a drone could be used as an indoor robot that could help people.”
About 35,000 people have cardiac arrests in Canada each year.Most of those happen outside of a hospital, of whom fewer than 10 percent survive.Max believed a drone could offer faster support and life-saving medicine, but he had to build it himself to know for sure.
Testing his drone took about six months.Max's parents had to deal with their son's constantly flying and crashing in the home.Every time Max would create an exciting innovation, such as an extendable arm, it would add extra weight to his drone, causing it to break apart.Then Max would have to buy all new parts.Max tested using more lightweight materials until his design was more balanced.
Through trial and error, the 14-year-old boy finally got it right.His drone can open a door handle, fly in the air and then land softly on the ground.A new extendable arm can be released to administer a shot or hand a patient life-saving medicine.A built-in camera could directly conference with an emergency response team whose members could monitor the patient remotely.
Max plans on applying for a patent so he can make connections in the health-care industry to get it made for real.He's spent his summer learning about artificial intelligence at California's Stanford University as one of 32 kids selected worldwide.He'll head next to the University of Pennsylvania to take a college-level robotics class before returning to high school in September.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位14岁的少年设计用于救助心脏病人的无人机并因此获奖的故事。
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4．Why did Max Du design a drone by himself
A．He had sympathy for those with heart attacks.
B．He had nothing to do in holidays.
C．He wanted to use it to help his parents.
D．He tried to make it fly in the snow.
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段中Max所说的话及第二段中的“Max believed a drone could offer faster support and life-saving medicine, but he had to build it himself to know for sure.”可知，他的无人机是用来帮助心脏骤停的病人的，表明他很同情患有心脏病的人。
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5．What can we learn from paragraphs 2 and 3
A．Most of the people with cardiac arrests in Canada can survive.
B．Max's parents were unwilling to help during his drone design.
C．It's very important to control the balance of the drone.
D．Max's design of the extendable arm is very smooth.
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段最后三句可知，可伸展的机械臂会给无人机增加额外的重量导致它四分五裂。Max需要使用更轻的材料使他的设计更加平衡。由此可知，控制无人机的平衡是很重要的。
6．What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A．The instructions for using the drone.
B．The reason for applying for a patent.
C．The process of Max's success.
D．The functions of the new drone.
解析：段落大意题。通读第四段可知，本段的主要部分，即第二句到第四句都介绍了Max的无人机的功能。因此本段主要是关于无人机的功能。
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7．Which of the following can best describe Max
A．Considerate and brave.
B．Talented and creative.
C．Clever and honest.
D．Helpful and loyal.
解析：推理判断题。根据全文可知，Max自己设计救助心脏病人的无人机表明他很有创造力；最后一段说明Max在人工智能方面很有天赋。故B项“有天赋并具有创造力”符合题意。
C
The rapid development of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) has been influencing education at all levels, from primary and secondary to higher education.
Countries around the world are trying to find better ways to use AI in education, so as to make education more accessible, efficient and flexible.China has become a leader in the application of AI in education and training by developing smart learning systems and stepping up research on AI.
An important area of research is the possible use of AI to promote language learning.AI can help teachers to tailor resources for learners, producing their specific resources according to individual learners' needs and improve students' performance.Researchers from Beijing Normal University explored how an automatic resource generation system can help in teaching Chinese as a second language in schools.
The researchers developed a model to use AI to ensure the resources meet learners' needs, with studies showing the use of the teaching-learning model improved students' performance.Students who were taught lessons using the model more actively participated in the course.
In addition to teaching languages, AI can also be used to help students of all ages to learn about different cultures.Researchers from Beijing Foreign Studies University, and some other foreign universities have been exploring ways to use AI to help students from different countries learn from each other and know about each other's cultures while sitting in the comfort of their homes.
With the development of machine learning, AI has the potential to change education if designed and applied properly.AI applications should be designed in a way that they benefit learners and educators.For that purpose, rules for learners, teachers and other staff in educational organizations should be in place.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了人工智能对教育的重要作用。
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8．Why are countries exploring the use of AI in education
A．To become a leader in education.
B．To improve the education system.
C．To develop smart learning system.
D．To advance the use of AI in research.
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段第一句可知，各国在教育领域探索人工智能的运用是为了优化教育体系。
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9．What does the underlined word “tailor” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Apply widely.　　　 B．Buy cheaply.
C．Process carefully. D．Design specially.
解析：词义猜测题。画线词后半句提到，根据每个学习者的需求生成特定的资源，即为学习者量身定制学习资源。故tailor意为“根据特定需要制作”，与D项“特别设计”意思相近。
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10．What does the author suggest in the last paragraph
A．Making proper rules.
B．Inventing smart systems.
C．Conducting more researches.
D．Learning different cultures.
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“For that purpose, rules for learners, teachers and other staff in educational organizations should be in place.”可知，作者建议要制定合适的规则。
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11．What is the text mainly about
A．The rapid development of AI.
B．AI application in language teaching.
C．Possible uses of AI in education.
D．The development of machine learning.
解析：主旨大意题。根据第一段及第三、四、五段的首句可知，本文主要讲述了人工智能对教育的重要作用，并具体介绍了人工智能的使用。
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
Some Ways You Can Use AI
How great would it be to have robot assistants (助手) like the ones from our favorite cartoons and sci-fi shows 12 They offer everyday uses for just about everyone.Here are a few:
Manage your mailbox.
AI can sort through your emails in a flash, identify important messages and even make responses on your behalf. 13 Besides, if you have too many messages, AI can help clear unnecessary ones, keeping your workspace tidy.
Give academic (学术上的) help.
Firstly, some AI apps can help students with math problems and other homework.AI won't do their homework for students. 14 Furthermore, AI offers personalized learning experiences according to each student's needs.Lastly, AI provides feedback (反馈), helping students find out and correct their mistakes immediately.With the power of AI, students can take charge of their learning journey and achieve academic success.
Take notes.
AI can also take notes and record them for you. 15 For example, when you're talking with a doctor, or discussing loved ones' last wishes.You can use it in person, over the phone or via video, and when AI is done with its job, you can share the notes with others.
16
Is your home ready for a refresh Try something like: “You are an indoor designer.Please provide me with 10 ideas for my bathroom that make use of natural wood.” The more details you provide, the better the results will be.
A．Get design ideas.
B．Make you a designer.
C．We have got four ways to use AI.
D．Well, AI chatbots are getting us there.
E．You can check them before they're sent if you'd like.
F．It is convenient for difficult conversations or ones that require your full attention.
G．However, it can explain concepts (概念) and walk them through a math solution.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了人工智能在生活中的应用。
12．选D　上文表达了希望能拥有机器人助手，D项“嗯，人工智能聊天机器人正在把我们带到那里”承接上文，符合语境。其中的“getting us there”指的是上文提到的“have robot assistants like the ones from our favorite cartoons and sci-fi shows”。
13．选E　上文提到，人工智能可以在瞬间帮你整理好邮件，识别重要信息，甚至代表你作出回应。故E项“如果愿意，你可以在发送之前检查一下”承接上文，符合语境。其中的“them”代指上文提到的“your emails”。
14．选G　上文介绍了人工智能在作业方面的应用，提到它不会为学生做作业。G项“然而，它可以解释概念，并通过数学解决方案来指导他们”和上文构成转折关系，符合语境。
15．选F　根据上文可知，这里讲人工智能可以帮你记笔记，F项“对于比较复杂的对话或需要你全神贯注的对话来说，这是很方便的”符合语境，介绍了AI帮你记笔记的好处。
16．选A　下文介绍了AI在家庭装修时可以帮着提供设计思路，故A项“获得设计理念”能概括本段内容。UNIT 4　课时检测(一)　“Reading”的课文习读环节
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
In a typical day of your life, as you perform your morning routine, which includes making coffee and controlling the heating system, and even during your journey to work, there is a similar theme — your engagement with AI devices.The items have turned into more than just lifeless objects.Here are three trends that are expected to make this year an important one:
Trend 1: AI Pins
AI Pins are wearable devices that bring the power of artificial intelligence closer to you.These tiny devices can be attached to your clothing or other surfaces, offering an interactive AI experience.They combine hardware and software, including cameras, depth sensors (传感器), motion sensors, and built in speakers.The absence of a traditional screen promotes some creative functions.
Trend 2: Robots for Elderly Care
At present, elderly care has gained significant attention.Care robots mainly provide physical assistance and company.The goal now is to change these robots from supportive roles to well developed caregivers, capable of more various responsibilities.
Trend 3: Smart Doorbells
Smart doorbells have changed how we think about keeping our homes safe, which also greatly improve convenience of modern homes.Let's look closer at the challenges, benefits, and the future of this trend.One of the main problems is the growing concern over privacy.Users are increasingly worried about the potential misapplication of information collected by these devices.
1．What can people do with AI Pins
A．Take photos.　　 B．Ensure home safety.
C．Care seniors. D．Replace mobile phones.
2．What is the challenge of smart doorbells
A．High cost. B．Inconvenience.
C．Misuse of data. D．No screen.
3．Where is the text taken from
A．An ad website. B．A news article.
C．A research paper. D．A textbook.
B
Max Du won the Canada Wide Science Fair.His project is a drone (无人机) to save people who go into cardiac (心脏的) arrest.Max got the inspiration during holiday break last year.“I got a toy drone from my parents, but I couldn't fly it because it is snowy.” Max said.“So I played with it at home, and it got me thinking how a drone could be used as an indoor robot that could help people.”
About 35,000 people have cardiac arrests in Canada each year.Most of those happen outside of a hospital, of whom fewer than 10 percent survive.Max believed a drone could offer faster support and life saving medicine, but he had to build it himself to know for sure.
Testing his drone took about six months.Max's parents had to deal with their son's constantly flying and crashing in the home.Every time Max would create an exciting innovation, such as an extendable arm, it would add extra weight to his drone, causing it to break apart.Then Max would have to buy all new parts.Max tested using more lightweight materials until his design was more balanced.
Through trial and error, the 14 year old boy finally got it right.His drone can open a door handle, fly in the air and then land softly on the ground.A new extendable arm can be released to administer a shot or hand a patient life saving medicine.A built in camera could directly conference with an emergency response team whose members could monitor the patient remotely.
Max plans on applying for a patent so he can make connections in the health care industry to get it made for real.He's spent his summer learning about artificial intelligence at California's Stanford University as one of 32 kids selected worldwide.He'll head next to the University of Pennsylvania to take a college level robotics class before returning to high school in September.
4．Why did Max Du design a drone by himself
A．He had sympathy for those with heart attacks.
B．He had nothing to do in holidays.
C．He wanted to use it to help his parents.
D．He tried to make it fly in the snow.
5．What can we learn from paragraphs 2 and 3
A．Most of the people with cardiac arrests in Canada can survive.
B．Max's parents were unwilling to help during his drone design.
C．It's very important to control the balance of the drone.
D．Max's design of the extendable arm is very smooth.
6．What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A．The instructions for using the drone.
B．The reason for applying for a patent.
C．The process of Max's success.
D．The functions of the new drone.
7．Which of the following can best describe Max
A．Considerate and brave.
B．Talented and creative.
C．Clever and honest.
D．Helpful and loyal.
C
The rapid development of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) has been influencing education at all levels, from primary and secondary to higher education.
Countries around the world are trying to find better ways to use AI in education, so as to make education more accessible, efficient and flexible.China has become a leader in the application of AI in education and training by developing smart learning systems and stepping up research on AI.
An important area of research is the possible use of AI to promote language learning.AI can help teachers to tailor resources for learners, producing their specific resources according to individual learners' needs and improve students' performance.Researchers from Beijing Normal University explored how an automatic resource generation system can help in teaching Chinese as a second language in schools.
The researchers developed a model to use AI to ensure the resources meet learners' needs, with studies showing the use of the teaching learning model improved students' performance.Students who were taught lessons using the model more actively participated in the course.
In addition to teaching languages, AI can also be used to help students of all ages to learn about different cultures.Researchers from Beijing Foreign Studies University, and some other foreign universities have been exploring ways to use AI to help students from different countries learn from each other and know about each other's cultures while sitting in the comfort of their homes.
With the development of machine learning, AI has the potential to change education if designed and applied properly.AI applications should be designed in a way that they benefit learners and educators.For that purpose, rules for learners, teachers and other staff in educational organizations should be in place.
8．Why are countries exploring the use of AI in education
A．To become a leader in education.
B．To improve the education system.
C．To develop smart learning system.
D．To advance the use of AI in research.
9．What does the underlined word “tailor” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Apply widely.　　　 B．Buy cheaply.
C．Process carefully. D．Design specially.
10．What does the author suggest in the last paragraph
A．Making proper rules.
B．Inventing smart systems.
C．Conducting more researches.
D．Learning different cultures.
11．What is the text mainly about
A．The rapid development of AI.
B．AI application in language teaching.
C．Possible uses of AI in education.
D．The development of machine learning.
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
Some Ways You Can Use AI
How great would it be to have robot assistants (助手) like the ones from our favorite cartoons and sci fi shows __12__ They offer everyday uses for just about everyone.Here are a few:
Manage your mailbox.
AI can sort through your emails in a flash, identify important messages and even make responses on your behalf.__13__ Besides, if you have too many messages, AI can help clear unnecessary ones, keeping your workspace tidy.
Give academic (学术上的) help.
Firstly, some AI apps can help students with math problems and other homework.AI won't do their homework for students.__14__ Furthermore, AI offers personalized learning experiences according to each student's needs.Lastly, AI provides feedback (反馈), helping students find out and correct their mistakes immediately.With the power of AI, students can take charge of their learning journey and achieve academic success.
Take notes.
AI can also take notes and record them for you.__15__ For example, when you're talking with a doctor, or discussing loved ones' last wishes.You can use it in person, over the phone or via video, and when AI is done with its job, you can share the notes with others.
__16__
Is your home ready for a refresh Try something like: “You are an indoor designer.Please provide me with 10 ideas for my bathroom that make use of natural wood.” The more details you provide, the better the results will be.
A．Get design ideas.
B．Make you a designer.
C．We have got four ways to use AI.
D．Well, AI chatbots are getting us there.
E．You can check them before they're sent if you'd like.
F．It is convenient for difficult conversations or ones that require your full attention.
G．However, it can explain concepts (概念) and walk them through a math solution.
UNIT 4　课时检测(一)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了今年人工智能设备的三大发展趋势。　　
1．选A　细节理解题。根据Trend 1: AI Pins部分中的“They combine hardware and software, including cameras, depth sensors, motion sensors, and builtin speakers.”可知，AI Pins可以拍照。
2．选C　细节理解题。根据Trend 3: Smart Doorbells部分中的“Users are increasingly worried about the potential misapplication of information collected by these devices.”可知，智能门铃的问题是数据会被滥用。
3．选B　文章出处题。通读全文，尤其是第一段可知，文章对今年人工智能设备的发展趋势进行了概述，再结合文中对AI Pins、老年护理机器人和智能门铃的详细描述，可推出本文应出自一篇新闻报道。
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位14岁的少年设计用于救助心脏病人的无人机并因此获奖的故事。　　
4．选A　细节理解题。根据第一段中Max所说的话及第二段中的“Max believed a drone could offer faster support and lifesaving medicine, but he had to build it himself to know for sure.”可知，他的无人机是用来帮助心脏骤停的病人的，表明他很同情患有心脏病的人。
5．选C　推理判断题。根据第三段最后三句可知，可伸展的机械臂会给无人机增加额外的重量导致它四分五裂。Max需要使用更轻的材料使他的设计更加平衡。由此可知，控制无人机的平衡是很重要的。
6．选D　段落大意题。通读第四段可知，本段的主要部分，即第二句到第四句都介绍了Max的无人机的功能。因此本段主要是关于无人机的功能。
7．选B　推理判断题。根据全文可知，Max自己设计救助心脏病人的无人机表明他很有创造力；最后一段说明Max在人工智能方面很有天赋。故B项“有天赋并具有创造力”符合题意。
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了人工智能对教育的重要作用。　　
8．选B　细节理解题。根据第二段第一句可知，各国在教育领域探索人工智能的运用是为了优化教育体系。
9．选D　词义猜测题。画线词后半句提到，根据每个学习者的需求生成特定的资源，即为学习者量身定制学习资源。故tailor意为“根据特定需要制作”，与D项“特别设计”意思相近。
10．选A　细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“For that purpose, rules for learners, teachers and other staff in educational organizations should be in place.”可知，作者建议要制定合适的规则。
11．选C　主旨大意题。根据第一段及第三、四、五段的首句可知，本文主要讲述了人工智能对教育的重要作用，并具体介绍了人工智能的使用。
Ⅱ.阅读七选五
12．选D　上文表达了希望能拥有机器人助手，D项“嗯，人工智能聊天机器人正在把我们带到那里”承接上文，符合语境。其中的“getting us there”指的是上文提到的“have robot assistants like the ones from our favorite cartoons and scifi shows”。
13．选E　上文提到，人工智能可以在瞬间帮你整理好邮件，识别重要信息，甚至代表你作出回应。故E项“如果愿意，你可以在发送之前检查一下”承接上文，符合语境。其中的“them”代指上文提到的“your emails”。
14．选G　上文介绍了人工智能在作业方面的应用，提到它不会为学生做作业。G项“然而，它可以解释概念，并通过数学解决方案来指导他们”和上文构成转折关系，符合语境。
15．选F　根据上文可知，这里讲人工智能可以帮你记笔记，F项“对于比较复杂的对话或需要你全神贯注的对话来说，这是很方便的”符合语境，介绍了AI帮你记笔记的好处。
16．选A　下文介绍了AI在家庭装修时可以帮着提供设计思路，故A项“获得设计理念”能概括本段内容。
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