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江西省萍乡市2026年高三第二次模拟考试英语试卷
(120分钟,总分150分)
本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。共150分。考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答第一卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号、考试科目、试卷类型用铅笔涂写在答题卡上。
2.每小题选出答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。不能答在试卷上。
3.考试结束，考生将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共 5 小题;每小题 1.5 分,满分 7.5 分)
听下面 5 段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. What will the speakers do next
A. Build a nest for the bird.
B. Wait for the parent birds.
C. Treat the injured bird.
2. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. Present his paper idea to Prof. Lee.
B. Choose French Literature this term.
C. Sign up for Prof. Smith's class.
3. Why is Tom late
A. He woke up late. B. The subway was delayed. C. He missed the first bus.
4. How does the woman view the man's career development
A. It's smooth. B. It's risky. C. It's unpredictable.
5. What benefit can the man get from doing puzzles
A. Managing his time better.
B. Improving his eyesight.
C. Keeping his mind sharp.
第二节(共 15 小题;每小题1.5 分,满分 22.5分)
听下面 5 段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。
6. What percentage of the woman's monthly income goes to entertainment
A.20%. B.30%. C.50%.
7. What will the man do
A. Create his budget plan.
B. Quit buying sports shoes.
C. Open a savings account.
听第7段录音，回答第8至 10题。
8. What is the man
A. A teacher. B. A doctor. C. A fitness coach.
9. What keeps the woman from exercising
A. Lack of interest. B. Fear of injury. C. Lack of time.
10. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Find a workout partner in the gym.
B. Include exercise into her daily routine.
C. Get some professional fitness equipment.
听第8段录音，回答第11至 13题。
11. Why was Luisa Yu given the award
A. She was popular on social media as a travel blogger.
B. Her travel experiences have inspired many people.
C. She has travelled to the most places in the world.
12. When did Luisa Yu finish her visits to all the UN countries
A. In 2021. B. In 2022. C. In 2023.
13. What did Luisa Yu do in Dubai
A. She went skydiving.
B. She learnt a local song.
C. She enjoyed a surprise party.
听第9段录音，回答第14至 17题。
14. What did the woman see robots do in Shenzhen
A. Run a marathon. B. Sweep the streets. C. Perform a dance.
15. What extra service does the robot 6S store offer compared to the 4S store
A. Rental service. B. After-sales service. C. Customer feedback service.
16. What does the man say about the World Robot Contest
A. It's for university students majoring in AI.
B. It involves participants from around the world.
C. It is held every four years in different countries.
17. Where will the woman compete next
A. In Shenzhen. B. In Zhengzhou. C. In Sanya.
听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the main purpose of KSES
A. To promote elephant tourism in Thailand.
B. To improve the living standards of elephants.
C. To provide formal training for elephant keepers.
19. What rule must volunteers follow
A. Feed elephants at fixed times.
B. Keep elephants in protected areas.
C. Maintain a distance from elephants.
20. What will the speaker probably talk about next
A. Her village life with the locals.
B. Ways to register for KSES.
C. Her weekly work schedule.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项
A
The 2026 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge (JIC) is open to U. S.students in grades 6, 7, or 8 who compete at a Society-affiliated science fair in the United States,recognizing outstanding student research in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Students may participate either as individuals or as part of a team.
Team project rules
Up to 3 members.
Each member must submit a separate application and clearly describe their individual contribution.
Members are judged individually—— it is possible that only some members advance.
Requirements
All research must be the student's own work.
Projects involving human subjects or animals require ethics review.
All application materials must be in English.
Awards
Top 300 Students:$125, an award ribbon, and a one-year subscription to Science NewsExplores magazine.
Top 30 Finalists:$500, an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D. C.
STEM Awards: awarded in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics categories.First place receives $3,500 and second place receives $2,500 to support a summer camp. Both
first and second place winners also receive an iPad. Click here to know more about other awards.
Competition Timeline & Process
Stage Time Period Action
Regional Qualification November 1,2025-June 1,2026 Participate in a JIC-affiliated regional science fair and place in the top 10% to earn nomination and national competition qualification
Submit Application February 1,2026– June 10,2026 Submit online application with project abstract, full research report, and supporting materials
Top 300 Announced September 2,2026. Semifinalists announced
Top 30 Announced September 16,2026 Finalists announced
National Finals October 2026 In-person judging and awards ceremony
21. Which of the following is a team project rule
A. Hand in a joint application. B. Work with at least two partners.
C. Detail personal contribution. D. Ensure all members advance.
22. What can we learn about the STEM Awards
A. Only first place winners get an iPad.
B. First prize in each category is $3,500.
C. Awards are mainly for Science and Engineering.
D. Second prize winners can't attend the summer camp.
23. Which is the correct order of the competition process
①National Finals ②Application submission
③National Qualification ④ Semifinalist announcement
A. ③→②→④→① B.②→③→①→④ C.④→①→③→② D.③→④→②→①
B
Maggie Aderin, an award-winning UK astronomer and broadcaster, has worked on the JamesWebb and Gemini telescopes. Her autobiography Starchild records her journey from a sci-fi-obsessed child to a leading scientist, as well as her views on neurodiversity, diversity in science,and the power of astronomy.
Growing up in inner-city London, Aderin dreamed of going into space, inspired by Star Trek.She attended 13 schools in 12 years due to her parents' divorce, and undiagnosed dyslexia (阅读障碍) made her fall behind. At 14, she built her own telescope after learning from The Sky at Night,aBBC program she later hosted. Her father, a Nigerian immigrant, instilled in her the value of education. For both father and daughter, the moon became a symbol of hope: it guided him on unlit roads in Nigeria, and shone brightly for her amid the city's starless skies.
Aderin is open about her neurodiversity.“To be a role model, you don't have to be perfect,”she says.“I have dyslexia and ADHD——I can't spell well and am often late. It's all part of my neurodiversity, and yet I am reaching for the stars.” She believes everyone has something inside them that burns bright.“The key is to find out what sets your heart on fire.”
Throughout her career, Aderin has often been underestimated, once mistaken for a cleaner or a tea lady. Being the only Black woman in her field, she now reframes these experiences as opportunities, stressing that science thrives on diversity.“Groups of similar-minded people think alike, hindering groundbreaking leaps in technology and in understanding.”
When it comes to astronomy, she notes it is the pure quest for knowledge.“To me, it's like poetry and art, enlivening the spirit. Every culture has looked up at the night sky and wondered what's out there,” she says. During the pandemic, she encouraged people to look up:“A broader perspective helps.”
24. What can be inferred about Aderin's early years
A. Dyslexia kept her from schooling.
B. Her father pushed her into astronomy.
C. Her interest in space arose from Sci-fi.
D. She received little support from her family.
25. Why does the author mention the moon in paragraph 2
A. To contrast urban and rural environments.
B. To indicate a shared source of hope.
C. To show Aderin's admiration for her father.
D. To explain Aderin's way to choose her career.
26. What does Aderin think of her being underestimated
A. A motivation to work harder. B. A chance to value diversity.
C. A challenge for female scientists. D. A reminder of Black women's difficulties.
27. What message does the text mainly convey
A. Role models are expected to be perfect.
B. Astronomy appeals to people across cultures.
C. Personal hardships can fuel scientific progress.
D. Diversity and perseverance drive breakthroughs.
C
In an episode of Friends, actor Joey is asked to host a charity show.“A little good deed… plus some TV exposure, now that's the kind of math Joey likes to do!” he exclaims, while his friendPhoebe calls it“totally selfish”. This scene captures a common human tendency: our suspicion of do-gooders, especially when they might benefit from their actions.
This instinct is explored in a recent paper on“do-gooder derogation (行善者贬损 )”.Research shows that we often look for someone's hidden motive, and once found, we may judge them even more harshly than those who act with obvious self-interest. For instance, in a classic experiment called the public goods game, participants who contributed the most money to a shared pool were often criticized just as badly by other players as those who contributed nothing at all.
Psychologist Nichola argues that we are all playing a“status game”, suspicious of anyone who might be faking virtue to boost their own standing. Studies confirm this, revealing a phenomenon known as the“tainted altruism effect”(被玷污的利他效应 ). Imagine your friend Andy volunteers at a homeless shelter. You later discover he is only doing so to get a date with the manager. Studies suggest we view Andy more negatively than someone who took a job at a coffee shop for the same romantic motive. We are more judgemental of the person hiding self-interest behind a charitable act.
Hafenbr dl, a researcher at the University of Navarra, suggests this judgment stems from a calculation weighing the social rewards someone gets against the cost of their deed. In one experiment, a resort owner who spent $100,000 cleaning local beaches was considered less moral when he used the act to advertise his business than when he kept it quiet. Interestingly, Hafenbr dl found that people who donated blood or gave to charity for their own sense of self-satisfaction were considered more moral than those seeking to enhance their reputation.
Perhaps Joey is right: pure altruism may not exist. But personally, I am happy to forgive the“warm glow” that comes from helping others, if it means there is a little more kindness in the world.
28. What does the“tainted altruism effect” refer to
A. Judging generous people positively.
B. Valuing ordinary jobs over volunteering.
C. Rewarding those who seek social recognition.
D. Criticizing charitable acts with hidden motives.
29. What can be learned from Hafenbr dl's experiment
A. Publicity lowers moral credit. B. Cost alone decides moral worth.
C. Actions matter more than motives. D. People undervalue environmental acts.
30. What is the author's attitude towards the“warm glow” of helping others
A. Tolerant. B. Skeptical. C. Indifferent. D. Critical.
31. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. The Disappearance of Pure Altruism
B. The Hidden Cost of Being Kind to Others
C. Why Are We Suspicious of Do-gooders
D. How to Perform Truly Selfless Good Deeds
D
Autonomous vehicles face many risks as they set out on the road, and even the best robots struggled to make sense of complex environments as quickly as humans. Recently, researchers have taken inspiration from the human eye to develop a new artificial-vision system that is four times faster than current technology.
Many robots use cameras and optical flow(光流) to perceive motion. Optical-flow algorithms(算法) use brightness changes between images to work out the robot's motion and that of nearby objects. Optical-flow methods need, however, much calculation. Distinguishing different objects in a single image can take over 0.6 seconds. This can be costly. For an autonomous vehicle driving at motorway speeds, every half-second delay leads to around 12 metres of travel with outdated information.
The efficiency of human vision benefits from the lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN)(外侧膝状体) in the brain. The LGN receives and passes visual information, guiding the processing power to prioritize areas with significant changes in space or time, such as moving objects. Researchers sought to introduce an LGN-like layer into artificial vision systems. Traditional computer chips struggle to achieve high-speed processing due to the separation of processing and storage. Thus,they turned to so-called neuromorphic(神经形态的) hardware to solve that problem, and developed a novel piece of neuromorphic kit to imitate the LGN, which can quickly identify moving areas and guide optical-flow algorithms to focus on them.
Tested in a variety of contexts, the new system operated at approximately four times the speed of existing optical-flow methods while maintaining or improving accuracy. Performance increases were particularly notable for autonomous driving, where the accuracy doubled.
Yet the system still relies on conventional algorithms. Although it does well in prioritizing images, it can never avoid accuracy decrease for scenes with complex motion—a familiar impediment for optical flow. The researchers hope that their system will increase the variety and complexity of settings in which robotics can be applied and interactions between humans and life-like robots may soon occur in millions of homes.
32. What is the limitation of optical-flow algorithms according to paragraph 2
A. High expense in practical operation.
B. Insufficient efficiency in real-life use.
C. Occasional mistakes in complex calculation.
D. Less flexibility in changing environments.
33. How did researchers improve the existing system
A. By adding visual information.
B. By upgrading optical-flow algorithms.
C. By separating processing from storage.
D. By employing a new neuromorphic device.
34. How is the performance of the new system in tests
A. It shines in both speed and accuracy.
B. It works poorly in autonomous driving.
C. It fully covers human-robot interactions.
D. It totally abandons traditional algorithms.
35. What does the underlined word“impediment” in paragraph 5 mean
A. Risk. B. Strength. C. Barrier. D. Purpose.
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Many rely on puzzles or apps to sharpen minds. 36 Our study of over 250,000 participants confirms that physical activity enhances cognitive abilities at any age.
Activities such as walking or cycling can increase the size of the hippocampus(海马结构), the part of the brain responsible for memory and learning. 37 More intense workouts, such as running or high-intensity interval training, can further boost the brain's ability to adapt and rewire itself. This helps you learn more quickly and stay mentally sharp.
The world's population is aging. By 2030, one in six people will be aged over 60. With that comes a rising risk of cognitive disorders. 38 Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week, or at least 75 minutes of more vigorous activity, like running. It's also important to include muscle-strengthening exercises, such as lifting weights, into workouts at least twice a week.
You don't need to run marathons or lift heavy weights to benefit. 39 Importantly, these forms of movement are inclusive. They can be done at home or outdoors, suiting all fitness levels.Still, find time for structured exercise like regular yoga classes for full brain benefits.
If you' re a grandparent, consider playing virtual tennis or bowling with your grandchild. If you' re a teenager with signs of ADHD, try a dance class, and see if it impacts your concentration in class. If you' re a busy parent, squeeze in 20 minutes of yoga for a clearer head. 40
Workplaces and schools are taking note: adding physical activity boosts attention and academic performance. Exercise remains a powerful, accessible tool for brain health.
A. Meanwhile, one in three adults aren't active enough.
B. Different exercises benefit brain function differently.
C. Here are practical ways to add exercise to your daily life.
D. In each case, you' re tuning your brain, not just exercising.
E. Low-intensity activities like yoga can be equally effective.
F. But research shows exercise also boosts memory and brain health.
G. One study shows a year of aerobic exercise grew older adults’ hippocampi by 2%.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
For many students in special education, school spirit and extracurricular experiences look different. There are no team shirts, no cheerleading uniforms, and often fewer 41 to take part in activities other kids enjoy. That reality 42 with Massey, a special education teacher in Georgia.Every day, he watched his students sit on the sidelines while others 43 weekend adventures.The disappointment in their eyes 44 on his mind. He decided to do something about it.
Planning the trip required extensive 45 . Multiple buses and support vehicles were arranged to 46 students with complex medical needs, including those requiring oxygen or feeding tubes.Still, with the help of volunteers and 47 , Massey secretly planned something extraordinary:the students’ first-ever overnight trip to Great Wolf Lodge—— with all costs 48 .
When the day arrived, Massey's heart 49 . Would everything go smoothly His fears 50 the moment he saw the children's faces light up. Each student received gift cards at check-in;giving them the chance to make choices 51 —— including buying their own lunches. As the buses traveled, the county officer personally 52 them, highlighting just how much the community cared for the students.
For Massey, the 53 was simple.“I know life has been hard,” he said, his voice 54 with emotion.“But we will do everything we can to make sure you' re included, you' re important, and you 55 .”
41. A. opportunities B. interests C. responsibilities D. excuses
42. A. began B. stayed C. mixed D. worked
43. A. messed B. postponed C. dismissed D. shared
44. A. weighed B. focused C. depended D. moved
45. A. creation B. discussion C. involvement D. improvement
46. A. prepare B. accommodate C. connect D. allow
47. A. cheers B. promises C. donations D. instructions
48. A. covered B. increased C. accepted D. ignored
49. A. hurt B. broke C. beat D. pounded
50. A. dragged on B. melted away C. welled up D. dropped out
51. A. hurriedly B. carefully C. independently D. officially
52. A. accompanied B. invited C. reminded D. thanked
53. A. issue B. task C. technigue D. message
54. A. sharp B. thick C. weak D. calm
55. A. succeed B. survive C. matter D. respond
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
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。
With the Chinese New Year atmosphere lingering, a vibrant Yingge performance 56(stage) by Chinese and Thai performers in eastern Thailand.
Running from Feb 28 to March 1, the second Phanat Nikhom Yingge festival attracted seven teams, including China's Nigou Yingge Team and several Thai teams, 57 marked a key moment in Sino-Thai cultural dialogues. Yingge dance, a combination of drama, dance and martial arts, 58 (be) a Chinese national intangible cultural heritage. Over a century ago, it was introduced to Thailand by Chinese migrants and has since flourished. Among all the performances,the Nigou Team's show stood out, with their movements performed 59 (dynamic).
District Chief Chayapol said at the festival's opening ceremony,“We hope to take this festival as 60 platform to promote cultural exchanges.” Zhang Zhongbing, coach of Nigou Team,noted that the team, 61 (consist) of 40 members, was invited to Thailand for the first time.
Local performer Thana commented that this year's event was larger than 62 of last year and he felt no tiredness. 63 the language barrier, the two sides had in-depth exchanges on facial painting and performing techniques. The performance drew a crowd of Thai 64 (local)and tourists, who were captivated by the performers’ dynamic movements. A Chinese spectator shared that the performances gave him a strong sense of 65 (familiar). Chonburi Governor stated that the province will promote Yingge as a cultural symbol, using it to boost local tourism.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，上周五你校邀请科技领域专家开展了“AI与青少年生活”的主题讲座。请你为学校英文报写一篇活动报道，内容包括：
(1)活动内容；
(2)活动意义。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80个左右；
(2)请在答题纸的相应位置作答。
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I was in high school before I realized my father had a birth problem. He had a harelip and cleft palate(唇腭裂), but to me, he'd looked the same since the day I was born. I still remember kissing him goodnight as a kid and asking if my nose would go flat after a lifetime of kisses. He smiled and assured me it wouldn't, but I remembered a twinkle in his eyes. I was sure he was marveling about a daughter who thought her kisses, not thirty-three operations, had reshaped his face.
My father was kind, patient, thoughtful and loving, my lifelong hero. Never did he let his appearance hold him back. When rejected for sales work for being“too unattractive”, he delivered goods by bike and made his own route. When turned away by the army, he became a volunteer.People always accepted his disability calmly when they met his warm smile and positive spirit.
But as a so-called“sophisticated teen”, I grew embarrassed by him, barely tolerating being in the same room with the man who’ d let me watch him shave every morning for a decade. The man Ionce admired now seemed hopelessly old-fashioned, especially compared to my trendy friends.
One afternoon, my classmates and I were hanging out at my home, laughing and playing games in the living room. Suddenly, Dad walked in, his usual gentle smile on his face. He was eager to host them, hurrying to the kitchen to pour cold sodas and pop fresh popcorn, chatting softly with my friends as he handed out the snacks. Just then, one of my classmates tugged my sleeve and whispered,“What's wrong with your dad ” His words hit me hard. I felt a sharp sting of shame. I mumbled an excuse, hurried all my classmates out and spoke to Dad in an impatient, cold tone when he looked at me in confusion, my face burning with embarrassment.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Amid the noise of my classmates leaving, I caught the look of hurt in Dad's eyes.I knew I had to make it right.
英语答案
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
1-5 BACAC 6-10 BAAAB 11-15BCABA 16-20BCBCA
第二部分阅读(共两节，满分50分)
21-23CBA 24-27CBBD 28-31 DAAC 32-35 BDAC
36-40 F G A E D
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
41-45 ABDAC 46-50 BCADB 51-55 CADBC
语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. was staged 57. which 58. is 59. dynamically 60. a
61. consisting 62. that 63. Despite 64. locals 65. familiarity
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
A Fascinating Lecture: AI and Teenagers’ Life
Last Friday, our school held a fascinating lecture themed“AI and Teenagers’ Life”, featuring a distinguished expert in the technology field.
With vivid cases and in-depth insights, the expert explained AI's various applications in teenagers’ study and daily life—— from intelligent learning assistants that optimize study efficiency to smart home devices that simplify daily routines. He also discussed hot topics like AI ethics, sparking heated discussions among students.
This enlightening event not only broadened students’ horizons on cutting-edge technology but also ignited their passion for scientific exploration. It has been widely praised by both teachers and students for its profound significance.“The lecture helped me gain a better understanding of AI and inspired me to explore more about science and technology in the future,” shared a senior student.
第二节(满分25分)
Amid the noise of my classmates leaving, I caught the look of hurt in Dad's eyes. For a moment, he just stood there, his hand still holding the popcorn bowl. Then he turned slowly and walked back to the kitchen.Never had I seen such gloom on his gentle face. What had I done I realized that the person who had cruelly seen his father as“wrong” was me. A wave of guilt crashed over me, wiping away all my silly embarrassment.
I thought about the kisses I had given him before, the way I had loved him without ever noticing his problem.The sudden realization of my shallowness and selfishness gnawed at my heart, leaving me sleepless at night.
I knew I had to make it right. The next morning, finding him in the kitchen as always, I walked over and stood beside him without speaking. Then, reaching up, I kissed his cheek—— the same cheek I had kissed as a child asking about my nose.“I'm sorry, Dad,” I apologized, voice thick with emotion.“I forgot who you really are.” Smiling through tears, he pulled me into a hug. No lectures, no anger. My father forgave me the way he had forgiven the world for judging him. It was in that moment that I understood his greatest strength was not his optimism or his perseverance, but his boundless capacity to forgive and love.
Text 1
W: Look, there's a damaged nest on the ground with a baby bird in it.
M: Its parents are probably not far away. We’ d better watch from a distance for now.
W: OK.
Text 2 毕业论文
W: Have you decided on a topic for your graduation paper
M: Yeah. Prof. Smith's class got me interested in English literature, but he won't act as a thesis advisor this term.
W: Maybe you could contact Prof. Lee and discuss your topic idea with her.
Text 3 迟到
W: Tom, you' re late.
M: Sorry, I actually woke up early to catch the first bus as usual.
W: Then what happened
M: I went back home to fetch my homework halfway to the bus stop, so I only caught the second bus,which came half an hour later than the first one.
Text 4 职业发展
M: Chloe, I' ve accepted an offer as a sales manager from a company based in New York.
W: That's a surprise! Anyway, it's great to see you working your way up from a salesperson to a team leader, and now to a sales manager, while I' ve been stuck in the same role for years.
Text 5 拼图
M: I'm sick of wasting time on my phone.
W: Maybe you could try puzzles. Figuring out the tiny details from the big is a great workout for your brain.
M: I' ll give it a try.
W: But don't forget to rest your eyes.
Text 6 金钱管理
M:I spent much money on some new sports shoes, and now I' ve got no money to spare this month.
W: ⑦You really need to get a handle on your finances.
M: I'm thinking about selling some of them.
W: Well, that's only a short-term fix. Managing your finances might help. For example, ⑥I divide my monthly income into three parts:50% for basic needs,30% for things that could make my life more fun, and the rest goes into my savings account.
M: ⑦Sounds great! I' ll figure out my own plan.
Text 7 锻炼计划
W: ⑧The busy semester is finally over. Standing for long hours to teach has been causing pain in my legs.
M: ⑧That's a big part of our job. But you shouldn't just ignore the pain. If it gets serious, you should see a doctor.
W: Yeah. I'm a bit worried it might get worse, so I'm going to start exercising.
M: You' re not going to excuse yourself for not having enough time this time
W: ⑨Honestly, it's just an excuse. After all, spending time in the gym is not nearly as enjoyable as watching TV at home. So, any suggestions
M: Actually, ⑩exercise doesn't have to be formal. You can work out at home using simple exercise equipment while watching TV every day. Or you can make your dog a workout partner during your daily walks.
Text 8 采访旅行者
M: Luisa Yu, you received the NomadMania Most Positive Traveller Award in 2022 for making travel a means of spreading kindness and being a role model for others to pursue their dreams. How do you feel about it now
W: I still remember how excited I was, standing with other travellers who'd set foot in even more places.
M: You truly deserved the award by showing us that it's never too late to enjoy life and live to your fullest potential.
W: Thanks. I'm in my 80s now, but I'm still challenging myself to explore new places.
M: I' ve been following you on social media. You actually achieved your goal of visiting all 193 UNcountries the year after you received the award, right
W: That's right. Serbia was the last stop.
M: Any memorable moments from this lifelong adventure
W: There were so many, like skydiving in Dubai, attending a traditional dance and singing event in PapuaNew Guinea, and enjoying a surprise party my friends arranged at my final stop.
Text 9 机器人应用
M:I could never imagine watching AI robots dancing at the Spring Festival Gala, or running a half marathon in Beijing outside of sci-fi movies.
W: And it's amazing how AI robots are being applied in our everyday life. I once saw AI powered street-sweepers at work in Shenzhen.
M: Wow! Our country is definitely taking the lead in AI development.
W: Absolutely. Shenzhen has just opened the world's first robot 6S store, offering full lifecycle services to robots.
M: Oh,I' ve only heard of robot 4S stores. What exactly is a 6S store for robots
W: Well, a robot 4S store integrates robot sales, spare parts supply, after-sales service and customer feedback, while a 6S store goes beyond—— offering two additional services: tailoring robots to meet customers’ needs and renting them out.
M: You really have a wide knowledge of robots.
W: Thanks. I'm thinking about studying AI in college. And I signed up for the World Robot Contest this year as a stepping stone for my future.
M: I heard it is called the annual“Olympics” of the robotics community with participants from around the world.
W: Yeah. It is composed of multiple trials, finals, and championships. I just qualified through one trial inShenzhen, and now I'm preparing for the next round in Sanya. I hope I can make it to the championship in Zhengzhou.
Text 10 泰国大象义工
W: My previous experiences with elephants had been similar to that of most people: visiting the zoo and observing elephants from a distance. But being a volunteer at the non-profit foundation KindredSpirit Elephant Sanctuary (KSES) is an amazing experience. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get closer to nature and help improve the living standards of elephants in Thailand. The situation of elephants in Thailand is heartbreaking and KSES is doing its best to help them. To cover the costs and collect data, it organizes tourist visits and volunteer work in a respectful way: FromMonday to Friday, we spend 90 minutes each morning collecting data on the elephants, but we need to stay at a certain distance from them the whole time. What's more, the elephants are free to go wherever they want in the forest during the day. This is why we need to hike in different places every day to get to them and follow them. Beyond the work with the elephants, daily life with the local villagers also left a deep impression on me. For example...

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