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专题 02 阅读理解(期末题型精练)-2025-2026学年高二英语下学期(译林版)
As a child, Danielle Belleny’s love for nature led her to wildlife biology. Growing up, Danielle Belleny was always outdoors, picking up insects and investigating the animal world on her own. She hadn’t yet heard of wildlife biology, but that’s what she was learning about. She wanted to be a vet, a person who can treat sick or injured animals, at first. She said, “I always knew I wanted to work with animals, and as a kid, that was the only job I knew where I could do that.” But when Belleny was in college, her dad advised her to learn wildlife biology instead of veterinary (兽医学).
Later, Belleny started working on research projects. One project involved placing trackers on a bird called the northern bobwhite. For another, she spent time feeding goats, as a way to protect a grass habitat for endangered box turtles without hurting them.
Belleny’s current job at Plateau Land and Wildlife Management lets her split her time between the indoors and outdoors. It also lets her work with people. “In the mornings, I’m usually out the door before sunrise,” she says. She observes birds, keeping track of different species. And she searches for signs of what other animals in the area are doing. Around lunchtime, she’ll return home and write up a report. In the afternoon, she leaves for another site visit. She advises people on how to protect the wildlife that lives on their farm. Her work takes her all around Texas.
Outside of work, young Belleny has been bird-watching for seven years. Her first book This Is a Book for People Who Love Birds was published in May, 2022. Now she’s working on a children’s book about birding, which is scheduled to come out in spring 2024. Belleny has some advice for young people thinking about careers. “Try everything you’re interested in through books and libraries. If you’re into wildlife biology, go to a library and find some field guides. After learning much information, you can do research work more easily”.
1.What did Belleny want to do at the very beginning
A.Protecting wildlife. B.Watching birds daily.
C.Working as a vet. D.Looking after goats.
2.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about concerning Belleny
A.Her research reports. B.Her field work.
C.Her link with animals. D.Her services to farmers.
3.What service can Belleny provide for landowners in her current job
A.Writing reports. B.Indoor consultations.
C.Wildlife photography. D.Wildlife protection advice.
4.What advice does Belleny offer to young people considering careers
A.Explore diverse interests through books. B.Attend wildlife biology workshops.
C.Pursue a degree in biology. D.Explore nature outdoors.
Few things delight children, or irritate their parents, as much as screen time. Parents nag their children to put down their digital devices and pick up a book or a football. Some countries are banning social media for under-16s.
The worry may be focused on the wrong age group. Now a new generation of grandparents are adding to their screen time with smartphones, iPads and game consoles. The result is epic screen sessions, which take up more than half of their waking hours.
The digitization of old age is a good thing. Facebook and WhatsApp bring daily updates from old friends and faraway grandchildren. Zoom transports church, book clubs and doctors’appointments into the home. Older people are also insulated (使隔离) from some of the on-screen risks that threaten teenagers. They have already formed their key real-life relationships, and so are less in danger of the “social stunting” that screen-obsessed children supposedly suffer.
Yet as retirement moves online there will be costs that society must address. Older folks’ devices are usually connected to credit cards. Door-to-door cheat can now go iPad-to-iPad. Older people also appear to be more likely susceptible to online scam which artificial intelligence promises to make still more convincing. As older generations shift from spending their time in front of Fox or the BBC to spending it on YouTube or TikTok, they are entering a Wild West of information.
Screen time has a mixed impact on loneliness. Screens are companions for the isolated. But they can also be an alternative for real life. E-commerce removes the trouble of the weekly shopping trip — but also the social interactions that come with it. Balancing the pros and cons of screen use is easier for teenagers, whose time online is limited by teachers during the day and parents in the evening. Older folk lack these informal mediators (调停者).
Old people’s rocketing screen time should at least make for a more measured debate on digital matters. Generations do not always understand each other well. There is a long history of policymakers calling for bans on teenagers, from rock ‘n’ roll to violent video games. When the teenagers catches on more widely, the panic tends to die down. Universal use of smart-phones and social media should make it easier to have sensible conversations about their trade-offs. And when children are told for the hundredth time to get off their phones, they can cast a meaningful glance at grandpa in the corner, chuckling at the latest memes on WhatsApp.
5.By mentioning the two generations’ screen time, the author intends to ______.
A.highlight an issue B.evaluate an event C.clarify a goal D.illustrate an approach
6.What does the underlined phrase “susceptible to” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A.Tolerant to. B.Awakened by. C.Tricked by. D.Relevant to.
7.What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A.Each generation tends to self-limit their own screen time strictly.
B.Society has promoted seniors’ digital benefits to prevent panic.
C.Digital policy should primarily target seniors’ online safety risks.
D.The digital engagement across ages calls for balanced discussions.
8.Which would be the best title for this passage
A.Square-eyed Elders B.All-thumbs Seniors
C.Self-taught Silver Surfers D.Leisure-seeking Grandparents
Let’s take a look at the following books published over 10 years ago.Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland 2014
Voted Britain’s clearest and most detailed road atlas in a consumer survey, the 2014 edition of Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland contains 160 pages of road maps and clearly marked service areas.
B10132 Paper back 248 pages
14.99 9.99The Wipers Times
The Wipers Times, the well-known trench(战壕) newspaper of the First World War, is a unique record of life on the Front Line. With an extraordinary mix of black humour and funny ads, this edition enables you to experience the spirit of the trenches from the safety of your armchair.
B10120 Hardback 388 pages
9.99 7.99Mary Berry Cooks
The nation’s best-loved home cook invites you to share the secrets of her favourite dishes. Mary Berry Cooks features an all-new collection of 100 mouth-watering, simple recipes for any occasion. From delicious dinners to special summer lunches, this is the perfect kitchen companion.
B10062 Hardback 320 pages
20.99 16.99Bradford’s Crossword solver’s Dictionary
Anne R. Bradford has been compiling(编纂) her Crossword solver’s Dictionary since 1957, so this latest edition is based on over 50 years of crossword solving Every word in this dictionary has appeared as a solution to a real crossword clue. With easy-to-read clear text design, this is an invaluable reference for both difficult and quick crosswords.
B10134 Paper back 896 pages
12.99 9.99Computing for Seniors
This leading computer guide explains in easy steps how to use the Internet, email, Skype and online shopping, plus how to manage your computer settings safely and securely. Updated for Windows 8 and for Office 2013, it also sets out to make Tablet PCs, touchscreens and apps easier to be used, to give you confidence in your computing skills.
B10133 Paper back 240 pages
10.99 9.99
9.If you’re interested in the war years which book may you choose
A.B10062 B.B10134
C.B10132 D.B10120
10.What can one expect from Mary Berry Cooks
A.Easy cooking instructions.
B.Tasty dishes from across the world.
C.How to make a perfect kitchen.
D.How to cook a dinner in a secret way.
11.Both Bradford’s Crossword solver’s Dictionary and Computing for Seniors______.
A.have the same discount
B.have similar pages
C.are in paperback
D.are first editions
12.Which of the following can be a guide for travelers
A.The Wipers Times.
B.Mary Berry Cooks.
C.Computing for Seniors.
D.Philip’s Complete Road Atlas.
13.The text is probably taken from ______.
A.a travel guide B.a textbook
C.a book review D.an advertisement
When Maggie was a very young girl, she loved looking up at the stars in the sky, and she loved a British television stop- animation (定格动画) series, The Clangers, about mousy- looking beings from another planet. It’s debatable as to which fueled her dream of becoming a space scientist more, but one thing is for sure: the passion Maggie had for space inspired a career and helped her overcome her dyslexia (读写困难) .
The now celebrated space scientist, mechanical engineer, and science communicator grew up bouncing from one area of the country to another, the child of two Nigerian immigrants. Diagnosed (诊断) with dyslexia at the age of eight, Maggie faced enormous challenges in traditional learning environments. Dyslexia often made reading and writing difficult, and she was sometimes looked down upon by classmates.
Despite these obstacles, her passion for science and space exploration shone through. Rather than focusing on the limitations dyslexia imposed, Maggie discovered its advantages: her brain was good at visualization and problem- solving, enabling her to think creatively and approach challenges from unique perspectives. Her journey to success wasn’t easy. After overcoming early academic struggles, she went on to earn degrees in physics and mechanical engineering. Today, she is well known for her work in space science, including the development of satellites and instruments used to explore the universe. Her contributions to science are widely recognized, and she has become an inspiring role model for young people, particularly those facing learning difficulties.
Her story is a powerful reminder that dyslexia is not a limitation but a different way of processing the world, one that can lead to extraordinary achievements. Maggie’s life and career prove that facing what makes you different can turn challenges into strengths, inspiring others to see the potential in their own unique abilities.
14.What can we learn about Maggie from paragraph 1
A.She was born with a talent for space science. B.Her dyslexia stopped her path to her dream.
C.Her passion for space promoted her career. D.She was mainly inspired by The Clangers.
15.Which word best describes Maggie’s early learning experience
A.Engaging. B.Enriching. C.Relaxing. D.Demanding.
16.What did Maggie’s achievements result from
A.Inner desire. B.Family support.
C.Peer assistance. D.Social recognition.
17.What is the author’s main purpose in writing the text
A.To present a scientist’s contributions. B.To discuss the disadvantages of dyslexia.
C.To encourage people to face difficulties bravely. D.To highlight the importance of space exploration.
Franklin D.Roosevelt hated small talk. He argued that in most conversations of this kind, people never actually listened to what other people said, as if people were reading from a prompt card (提示卡) and politely waiting their turn. To illustrate his point, he would sometimes greet people by saying, “I murdered a huge snake this morning.” Invariably, people nodded, smiled, and carried on as usual. Only once did someone actually listen, and replied, “I’m sure she had it coming.”
Roosevelt no doubt had a point. A lot of the time, people hardly ever listen to what’s going on in a conversation. They focus instead on getting their own response ready. Research proves that good conversations, like a game of catch, are a back-and-forth game. They need a talking-listening ratio (比率) that’s not far from 50:50. When we talk tirelessly, our partner can feel unwanted and unappreciated. When we listen to someone else, we allow them to deal with whatever stresses or bothers them. As such, it builds much deeper relationships with much higher satisfaction.
Listening does not always come easily to people. But there are small tricks you can try. One is to let silence fall. Silence is the space where conversation grows. In the same way the words on this page are defined by the space around them, silence allows our ideas to take shape and drives the conversation forward. Let people say more. Just because someone has stopped talking, it doesn’t mean they’re done communicating. Another helpful habit is asking questions. Don’t plan them in advance or wait for your turn to speak. Ask for more information about something which interests you. Explore the details behind a half-told story. It’s a hard skill to get right, but it gets easier with practice.
When we listen to what other people say, when we read and learn from the world, we become better. As Epictetus, an ancient Greek philosopher, once said, “Nature has given men one tongue but two ears, that we may hear from others twice as much as we speak.”
18.Why did Roosevelt greet people unusually
A.To test their sympathy. B.To evaluate social politeness.
C.To expose their passive listening. D.To avoid exchanging small talk.
19.What leads to strong interpersonal bonds
A.Talking more to show you care.
B.Finding common topics to discuss.
C.Sharing your own experiences regularly.
D.Giving others enough time to express themselves.
20.What does the author suggest about silence in conversation
A.It is a sign of disinterest.
B.It allows thoughts to develop.
C.It means the talk is about to end.
D.It brings reflective answers to questions.
21.What is the most suitable title for the text
A.Why We Fail to Listen
B.How to Have a Good Conversation
C.Beyond Hearing: The Art of Listening
D.Conversations: More Than Just Talking
When I was young, my father inspired my love for astronomy and space exploration by taking me outside at night to observe the stars. Together, we learned to identify constellations (星座), and I felt drawn to the power of the universe. Now, as a master’s student in Stanford’s Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, I am pursuing that early wonder.
I chose Stanford because it combines cutting-edge technology with real-world impact. Here, engineering is purposeful — aimed at creating change beyond oneself. To me, space offers a platform for large-scale positive impact. I want to use it not only to advance technology, but to help ordinary people and address major challenges. Examples include using satellites to monitor climate and detect wildfires, or applying microgravity environments to develop new medicines and materials.
In my program, I take and assist in courses covering all aspects of the space environment — from guidance systems to spacecraft design. Beyond the classroom, I explore space entrepreneurship as a member of the Threshold Venture Fellow program, which gives students a front-row seat to startup creation. I am passionate about innovation and hope to see more women taking the lead in this field.
Aerospace has long been taken over by men, with women facing many one-sided views. Since high school, I have worked to change this through a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) outreach program, teaching scientific concepts to young girls in schools that lack sufficient resources. My father once showed me historical figures like Hypatia, the ancient astronomer and mathematician, proving that women have long been pioneers in science.
What I value greatly about Stanford is its interdisciplinary (跨学科) culture. As an engineer, I can take classes in law or ethics, which help me consider space innovation from multiple perspectives. Debating was a favorite hobby of mine growing up, and that skill is particularly useful in a field full of uncharted questions.
Since my bike broke early in the term, I’ve been walking everywhere. The campus is beautiful, and walking allows me time to think, plan, and relax. It is a peaceful routine in a busy life — and a gentle reminder to keep moving forward, step by step.
22.What does the author aim to illustrate by mentioning the examples in paragraph 2
A.Stanford’s leadership in space technology.
B.The difficulty of solving global challenges.
C.The main courses of her major at Stanford.
D.The real-world value of space-related work.
23.What does the Threshold Venture Fellow program offer
A.Hands-on experience in startup creation. B.Guidance on spacecraft design.
C.Chances to assist in college courses. D.Courses in environmental art.
24.What can we infer about the author
A.She dislikes interdisciplinary courses.
B.She wants to empower women in STEM.
C.She walks to avoid bike traffic on campus.
D.She once worked as a historical astronomer.
25.What is the text mainly about
A.Ways to study law or ethics at Stanford.
B.The beauty of Stanford’s campus scenery.
C.A student’s love for space and her efforts.
D.The role of women in space-related fields.
A small, quiet Caribbean island has been transformed into a successful breeding (繁殖) ground for the critically endangered Lesser Antillean iguana (鬣蜥). Once absent from Prickly Pear East, the species now multiplies there, with scientists celebrating the rising population.
The Lesser Antillean iguana faced extinction across most of its native range. A major threat comes from the introduced green iguana, which competes for food, is more aggressive (进攻性), and interbreeds with the native species, diluting its genetics. Nearly a decade ago, the native iguanas had disappeared from Prickly Pear East.
Determined to save the species, conservationists from the Anguilla National Trust launched a rescue mission. In 2015, they carefully captured the few remaining native iguanas on the main island of Anguilla. After genetic testing confirmed they were purebred, the first ten were transported by boat to Prickly Pear East. With no dogs, cats, traffic, or green iguanas, the small island offered a safe home.
The relocation of the iguanas achieved remarkable results. The iguanas adapted and began breeding. The population on the small island has now grown to approximately 300, making it one of five key global sites for the species’ recovery. It is estimated that fewer than 20,000 of these iguanas survive worldwide.
To further ensure the health of the new population, scientists sought to increase its genetic diversity. They collaborated with authorities in Dominica, which is home to the region’s largest remaining population of Lesser Antillean iguanas. After health checks, additional iguanas were carefully flown from Dominica to Anguilla and then released on Prickly Pear East.
The iguanas, which are bright green when they are young and turn dark gray or black as adults, now breed freely across the island. While Prickly Pear East remains unoccupied by people and welcomes visiting boaters, the endangered iguanas are under strict protection and will never be hunted locally.
This project shows how a species can be brought back from the edge of extinction. It proves that when endangered animals are kept safe from non-native species and harmful human activities, they can rebound and grow well.
26.What does the underlined word “diluting” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A.Improving the quality of. B.Protecting the diversity of.
C.Weakening the uniqueness of. D.Strengthening the stability of.
27.Why were the first ten iguanas sent to Prickly Pear East
A.To test their genetic purity. B.To provide them a protected habitat.
C.To study their breeding habits. D.To capture green iguanas there.
28.Which word best describes the project carried out by the Anguilla National Trust
A.Successful. B.Risky. C.Time-consuming. D.Disappointing.
29.Where is the text most probably taken from
A.A Caribbean travel brochure. B.A recipe book of local food.
C.A magazine on wildlife biology. D.A textbook of Anguilla history.
Psychologists have long been in disagreement as to whether competition is a learned or a genetic component of human behavior. Whatever it is, you cannot but recognize the effect competition is exerting in academics and many other areas of contemporary life.
Psychologically speaking, competition has been seen as an inevitable consequence of human drives. According to Sigmund Freud, humans are born screaming for attention and full of organic drives for fulfillment in various areas. Initially, we compete for the attention of our parents. Thereafter, we are at the mercy of a battle between our base impulses for self-fulfillment and social and cultural norms which prohibit pure indulgence.
Current work in anthropology (人类学) has suggested,however,that this view of the role of competition in human behavior may be incorrect. Thomas Hobbes, one of the great philosophers of the seventeenth century, is perhaps best remembered for his characterization of the “natural world,” that is, the world before the imposition of the will of humanity, as being “nasty, brutish, and short.” This image of the pre-rational world is still widely held, reinforced by Charles Darwin’s highly influential work, The Origin of Species, which established the doctrine of natural selection. This doctrine, which takes for granted that those species best able to adapt to and master the natural environment in which they live will survive, has suggested that the struggle for survival is an inherent human trait which determines a person’s success. Darwin’s theory has even been summarized as “survival of the fittest” — a phrase Darwin himself never used-further highlighting competition’s role in success. As it has often been pointed out, however, there is nothing in the concept of natural selection that suggests that competition is the most successful strategy for “survival of the fittest.” Darwin asserted in The Origin of Species that the struggles he was describing should be viewed as metaphors and could easily include dependence and cooperation.
Many studies have been conducted to test the importance placed on competition as opposed to other values, such as cooperation — by various cultures, and generally conclude that Americans uniquely praise competition as natural, inevitable, and desirable. In 1937, the world-renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead published Cooperation and Competition among Primitive Peoples, based on her studies of several societies that did not prize competition, and, in fact, seemed at times to place a negative value on it. One such society was the Zuni Indians of Arizona, and they, Mead found, valued cooperation far more than competition. After studying dozens of such cultures, Mead’s final conclusion was that competitiveness is a culturally created aspect of human behavior, and that its prevalence in a particular society is relative to how that society values it.
30.What does the author think is easy to see in many areas of contemporary life
A.The disagreement on the inevitability of competition.
B.The consequence of psychological investigation.
C.The effect of human drives.
D.The impact of competition.
31.According to psychology, what do people strive to do following the initial stage of their life
A.Fulfill individual needs without incurring adverse effects of human drives.
B.Indulge in cultural pursuits while keeping their base impulses at bay.
C.Gain extensive recognition without exposing pure indulgence.
D.Satisfy their own desires while observing social conventions.
32.What do we learn about the “natural world” characterized by Thomas Hobbes
A.It gets misrepresented by philosophers and anthropologists.
B.It gets distorted in Darwin’s The Origin of Species.
C.It is free from the rational intervention of humans.
D.It is the pre-rational world rarely appreciated nowadays.
33.What can we conclude from Darwin’s assertion in The Origin of Species
A.All species inherently depend on others for survival.
B.Struggles for survival do not exclude mutual support.
C.Competition weighs as much as cooperation as a survival strategy.
D.The strongest species proves to be the fittest in natural selection.
34.What conclusion did Margaret Mead reach after studying dozens of different cultures
A.It is characteristic of humans to be competitive.
B.Americans are uniquely opposed to cooperation.
C.Competition is relatively more prevalent in Western societies.
D.People’s attitude towards competition is actually culture-bound.
In January 2025, an announcement from a little-known Chinese AI startup sent shock waves through the global tech industry. DeepSeek, founded by former finance investor Liang Wenfeng released its R1 reasoning model, a system that matched the performance of leading closed-source AI tools (such as OpenAI’s GPT-4) but at a small portion of the cost. For Nature’s 2025 “Nature’s 10” list, we recognize Liang as a tech disruptor whose work has written the rules of the global AI race.
Liang, 40, began his career in quantitative finance, where he developed algorithms for stock market prediction. He turned to AI in 2023, founding DeepSeek to “popularize access to advanced reasoning systems”, after growing frustrated by the high cost of cutting-edge AI tools. His team, a group of 35 researchers, built R1 with a total development budget of $6 million — less than 10% of the cost of competitors like Meta’s Llama 3.
The model’s performance was a stunning success. In independent tests, R1 scored 89.2 on the MMLU reasoning standard (matching GPT-4’s 89.7), and outperformed it on coding tasks. What made the breakthrough ground-breaking, however, was Liang’s decision to open-source R1’s weights — a first for a system of this level. Within weeks, the model was downloaded 1.2 million times, with researchers adapting it to fields from drug discovery to climate modeling.
“DeepSeek’s open model has been a boon for small teams and academics who could never afford to build such tools themselves,” says Benjamin Lee, a former researcher at Hugging Face. The move also forced Western rivals to shift strategy: within three months, Google and Anthropic released their own partially open models, accelerating global AI collaboration.
For Liang, the goal remains simple: “AI should be a tool for everyone, not just the wealthy few.” As Nature’s 2025 “Nature’s 10” profile concludes: “Liang’s work has not just built a better AI model, it has proven that flexibility, collaboration, and a commitment to openness can outpace even the deepest pockets.”
35.What can we infer from the first paragraph about DeepSeek’s R1 model
A.It has surpassed GPT-4 as the leading AI tool globally.
B.It has altered the competitive pattern of the global AI industry.
C.It was developed with a much higher cost than closed-source AI tools.
D.It was the AI model to be included in Nature’s 2025 “Nature’s 10” list.
36.Why did Liang Wenfeng switch from quantitative finance to AI research
A.He failed to achieve success in the financial field.
B.He wanted to make advanced AI accessible to more people.
C.He was invited by a group of AI researchers to found DeepSeek.
D.He found stock market prediction algorithms less challenging.
37.The underlined word “disruptor” in Paragraph 1 most probably means ______.
A.someone who preserves traditional rules
B.someone who interrupts and changes an industry
C.someone who invests heavily in a new business field
D.someone who supports new technological development
38.What is the main idea of the passage
A.Liang Wenfeng’s experience in quantitative finance helps his AI research.
B.DeepSeek’s R1 model has been widely applied in various scientific fields.
C.Liang Wenfeng’s open-source AI model reshapes the global AI landscape.
D.The development of AI has led to fierce competition among global tech companies.
Watching the motorbike roll out of the hire shop in Thakhek, Laos, I wondered if I was making a terrible mistake. It was March 2017, and I had agreed to go on a road trip with Travis, an American I’d met just weeks earlier in an international programme in Thailand. I tended to be circumspect around people I didn’t know but Travis’s constant efforts to get to know me had worked, and we connected over a shared sense of humour. His suggestion to explore Laos together felt like the natural progression of our friendship.
Travis wanted to visit a hot climbing spot while I wanted to see the Laos that wasn’t on the typical tourist trail — and it seemed like the only way we could do both was to travel by motorbike, a means of transport I actively avoided for many years.
When I was a little boy, my dad would go to work on his motorbike every day and it seemed to me like a perfectly natural way to travel. That all changed in 2004. While backpacking in Sihanoukville, a motorbike crash landed me in a medical clinic with a serious leg injury. Though I promised to be safer in the future, back in London I found myself always trying to avoid motorbikes. The scars on my leg became a permanent reminder of the accident and I grew cautious about doing anything involving physical risk.
By 2017, it had been more than a decade since I had ridden on a motorbike. Travis assured me that he had a driver’s licence and would drive safely. I looked down at the scars on my leg, took a deep breath and swung my leg over the seat.
I needn’t have worried. The journey unfolded smoothly, carrying us to splendid temples, expansive lakes, hidden caves, and little cafes. We rode through winding mountain roads to reach scenic villages that we would never have otherwise encountered. It was a trip that healed my “scars” and supplied me with the confidence to connect more readily with strangers and to adventure more.
39.What does the underlined word “circumspect” in paragraph 1 mean
A.Friendly. B.Impatient. C.Cautious. D.Enthusiastic.
40.What led the author to agree to go on a trip with Travis
A.Travis’s spirit of adventure. B.Their mutual interest in Laos.
C.Their shared purpose of traveling. D.Travis’s efforts to bond with him.
41.Why did the author hesitate to travel by motorbike at first
A.He didn’t trust Travis’s driving skills. B.He was not familiar with the roads in Laos.
C.He preferred a faster means of transportation. D.He had an accident on a motorbike in the past.
42.Which of the following best describes the author’s journey in Laos
A.Healing. B.Uneventful. C.Adventurous. D.Romantic.
Smartphone Usage Trends in China: From Communication to AI Centers
In 2025, China’s smartphone market is undergoing great changes driven by national financial aid and AI technological breakthroughs. The chart below illustrates key user behaviors and market changes.
Category Data (2025) Key Insights
Active Devices (Millions) Huawei: 288 Huawei leads with 2.2% YoY growth
Apple: 271 Most users stay loyal (83%)
Xiaomi: 121 Budget-friendly models dominate
OPPO: 158 Leader in foldable display technology
Users Under 24 (%) Xiaomi: 35.2 Young users favor gaming-centric features.
OPPO: 32.8 OPPO excels among female users
To adapt to trends, companies focus on three strategies:AI Integration:
They add context-aware assistants learning user habits. Huawei’s Celia AI now controls 92% of matching smart home devices, while Xiaomi’s “Xiao Ai” handles 1.2 billion voice commands daily.Ecosystem Expansion:
Huawei’s Harmony OS 5.0 enables smooth connectivity across 3,200 device models. Xiaomi’s AI glasses project, in partnership with Google, forms a powerful combination of wearable, smartphone, and home technologies.Youth Engagement:
Vivo provides funds for 18 e-sports teams, integrating game-specific improvements. OPPO's “Anime Edition” phones, featuring AI-generated voice assistants modeled after popular characters, saw 300% pre-order increase.Industry Impact:
● Consumer Behavior:54% upgrade for AI features, up from 32% in 2023.
● Regulation: New “AI Ethics Certification” is needed for health data devices.
“This is beyond hardware upgrades. We’re seeing an AI-first model where smartphones are neural centers of personal digital universes.” says Chen Wei, CTO of China Mobile.
43.What makes Xiaomi popular with users aged 24 and below
A.Its elegant appearance. B.Its display technology.
C.Its focus on gaming experience. D.Its relatively affordable price.
44.Which of the following is mentioned as a measure to adapt to the trends
A.Expanding production. B.Developing popular models.
C.Hiring young employees. D.Integrating smart AI assistants.
45.What percentage of consumers upgraded their phones for AI features in 2025
A.22%. B.32%. C.54%. D.86%.
Want to do something special this summer The Architecture Camp at Auburn University is for you.
This week-long program starts with basic concepts and concludes with several architectural design projects. These give students the opportunity to showcase what they’ve learned throughout the week. It’s a studio-focused, project-based camp where students will learn through hands-on experiences. Working each day in the Auburn University School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture building, students will be taught by the university’s highly qualified professors, with plenty of opportunities for individual guidance. Camp counselors (辅导员) will also be present at all times to ensure safety and supervision (监督). In addition to their time in the studio, students will get a taste of campus-life on the plains (平原).Time: July 7-July 11, 2025
Grades: Rising 11th-12th Grade
Housing:
Campers will live in dormitories, which are organized into suites. Each suite consists of two rooms and a shared bathroom.Meals:
Meals will be provided at The Edge at Central Dining. All dietary restrictions and allergies (过敏) are taken into consideration for each meal.What to bring to camp:
·Please pack lightly, but do not forget to bring bedding, a towel and toiletries (洗漱用品).
·No more than one suitcase and one personal-sized bag allowed.Camp fees are $900 and include the following items:
·On-campus housing
·All meals, snacks and drinks while at camp
·Program instruction, materials and equipment
·Transportation to and from off-campus field trip sites
·Recreational activitiesCancellation:
All cancellation requests must be submitted via email. The cancellation procedure is as follows:
·Cancellation request received at least six weeks prior to (在……之前) the start date of the program: Full refund (退款), minus $100.
·Cancellation request received less than six weeks but at least three weeks prior to the program start date: 50% refund.
·Cancellation request received less than three weeks prior to the program start date or in the case of a “no show”: No refund.
46.What can participants do at the Architecture Camp
A.Design a few projects based on what they have learned.
B.Learn about the history the university’s architecture.
C.Get guidance from off-campus teachers.
D.Live in private apartments with a bathroom.
47.What is included in the camp fees
A.Bedding and toiletries. B.All meals and drinks during the camp.
C.Travel expenses to the university. D.A suitcase for personal belongings.
48.If a student cancels the camp four weeks before the start date, how much will he/she get back
A.$900. B.$800. C.$450. D.$0.
As for advantages of bilingualism, the state or practice of mastering two languages, beyond the conversational doors it can open, it’s supposed to improve multiple abilities, including the ability to plan complex tasks and update beliefs as new information arrives. Most striking, studies have even shown that bilinguals exhibit a later onset of dementia (痴呆症). But some of these studies have failed to repeat, leaving experts wondering whether the effect is real, and if so, what exactly it consists of.
The good news is that it’s never too late to start learning a new language, if you want your brains to benefit. The biggest benefit seem to come to those with full mastery of a second language, typically native bilinguals or those who use two languages nearly daily. Interpreters and translators, for instance, outperform people who only can speak or use one language at alternating between simple math tasks, signaling better mental regulation, as was proven in a research.
Another research has revealed that bilingual young children outperform their peers in early cognitive (认知的) development. It found that a great many of relevant studies confirmed a bilingual advantage among children under six.
Concerning the other end of life, Ellen Bialystok of York University, in Canada, has compared the cognitive protection bilingualism offers to the coverage of a piece of bread afforded by a slice of holey Swiss cheese. Learning new languages is similar to piling up the cheese slices. Their holes occur in different places, thus collectively offering greater protection.
All these studies take for granted the uncontroversial (无争议的) mental superpower that you get from language study. Even if you cannot pick your parents and be fluent from childhood, that should be more than enough reason to give it a go.
49.What does the underlined word “it” probably refer to in Paragraph 1
A.The effect of bilingualism. B.The repeat of some studies.
C.The doubt of some experts. D.The later onset of dementia.
50.What might be compared to “a piece of bread” in Paragraph 4
A.A child’s cognition. B.An old man’s brain.
C.The cognitive growth. D.The mental protection.
51.What benefit of bilingualism is highlighted in the text
A.Powering up our brains. B.Enhancing relationships.
C.Lifting multiple abilities. D.Upgrading our key beliefs.
52.What can be a suitable title of the text
A.Give bilingualism a go!
B.Be a bilingual teenager!
C.See benefits of bilingualism!
D.Do master foreign languages!
Robots could soon gain the ability to autonomously carry out search-and-rescue missions, industrial inspections and other complex tasks in environments where traditional navigation (导航) tools fail, thanks to a new bio-inspired system developed by researchers at the Beijing Institute of Technology. Focused primarily on animals, this new system could help robots navigate areas where the traditional GPS struggles.
The system aims to solve a long-standing challenge in field robotics: how to navigate reliably in unstructured, GPS-denied settings such as caves, forests, collapsed buildings and underground sites. Most existing autonomous systems rely heavily on GPS or vision-based mapping, both of which can crash when signals are blocked or sensors are damaged.
“Our research was inspired by a critical gap in bio-inspired robotics,” said first author Sheikder Chandan. Instead of relying on a single method, the system combines strategies observed in insects, birds, and mice to create a unified, fault-tolerant approach. The system has three core parts: an ant-inspired path tracker which keeps tracking even when sensors are noisy, a bird-inspired multi-sense system, and a mouse-inspired mapping system that selectively updates spatial memory only when landmarks appear. All above ensure stable operation — if one fails, the others automatically take over.
The system helps conserve energy, reduce processing load, and keep navigation stable in chaotic environments. It is massively efficient compared to Simultaneous localization and Mapping (SLAM), which constantly updates maps, using lots of power. The researchers tested the system using 23 types of robots across challenging real-world environments, including abandoned mines and thick forests. According to the team, the system reduced positional error by 41%, delivered up to 60% greater energy efficiency and recovered from sensor failures 83% faster.
Potential uses span disaster response, space exploration and deep-sea operations — areas where GPS is unavailable and sensor reliability cannot be guaranteed. To this end, it marks progress toward robots that navigate like animals, steadily and autonomously, without constant human monitoring. Looking ahead, the team hopes the system develops continuous learning ability to make robot behavior more adaptive. Future work will also explore emerging technologies such as expanded memory structures to support kilometer-scale mapping.
53.In which condition is the new system designed to function
A.Traditional GPS breaks down.
B.Animals fail to aid navigation.
C.Search-and-rescue tasks are set.
D.Vision-based mapping is needed.
54.What ensures the stability of the new system
A.The expanded spatial memory.
B.The fault-tolerant tracking tool.
C.The improved mapping system.
D.The multi-strategy combination.
55.How does the author present the strengths of the new system
A.By giving examples. B.By quoting an expert.
C.By defining a concept. D.By providing statistics.
56.What might be a focus of the team’s follow-up study
A.The mapping theory. B.The self-learning ability.
C.The expense control. D.The continuous mobility.
The Amazon rainforest is often described as the “lungs of the planet”. Stretching across nine nations, it provides shelter for millions of species and stores large amounts of carbon. Despite climate change and deforestation (砍伐森林), new research has revealed a surprising discovery: the trees themselves are growing larger.
A team of nearly 100 researchers monitored tree sizes in 188 plots across the Amazon rainforest between 1971 and 2015. They found that the average tree size — including both small and large trees — increased by 3. 3 percent every decade.
The growth is linked to the rising levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2). “Large trees are hugely beneficial in absorbing atmospheric CO2, which in turn acts as a fertilizer to nourish them. The increased availability of atmospheric CO2 due to climate change serves to boost photosynthesis (光合作用), speeding up tree growth,” joint lead author Adriane Esquivel-Muelbert said.
While the growth of trees brings positive news, the research also warns of significant risks. Trees may become more susceptible to other climate-driven factors, such as drought, heat and wildfire. Human activities like deforestation and the expansion of roads and farms could also reduce the trees’ ability to absorb CO2.
“Although our research has shown that trees in undamaged forests are still increasing in size, any benefits of this in terms of the carbon sink can be easily cancelled out by deforestation and logging impacts. Our results suggest that the Amazon rainforest can handle climate change really well. My fear is that this ability won’t matter at all unless we can stop deforestation itself,” Esquivel-Muelbert said.
57.Why is the Amazon rainforest called the “lungs of the planet”
A.It has the most trees among all forests in the world.
B.Its trees can produce more oxygen than other plants.
C.It is the largest forest that stretches across nine nations.
D.It is home to millions of species and holds much carbon.
58.What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A.The results of climate change. B.Reasons for the increase in tree size.
C.Essential conditions for tree growth. D.The key role of trees in storing CO2.
59.What does the underlined word “susceptible” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A.Sensitive. B.Tolerant. C.Tough. D.Beneficial.
60.Which would be the best title for the passage
A.Amazon Trees Grow Bigger with More CO2 B.The Amazon Rainforest: Growth and Risks
C.Deforestation: A Big Threat to the Amazon D.How to Keep CO2 in the Amazon Rainforest
Traditional Food Culture Guide
Here are four traditional foods with rich cultural backgrounds.
Sushi (Japan)
Sushi originated in Southeast Asia around the 2nd century BCE as a method of preserving fish with fermented (发酵的) rice. Today, it has become a famous symbol of Japanese culture. Each piece reflects respect for seasonal ingredients and the concept of “shun” (seasonal peak). Chefs carefully select ingredients to ensure every piece shows nature’s best flavor. This dining style emphasizes simplicity and harmony.
Pizza (Italy)
Pizza was born in 18th-century Naples, Italy, originally as convenient food for common people. In 1889, the Margherita pizza became popular for using the three colors of the national flag (tomato, mozzarella, basil). It represents Italian family dining culture— simple ingredients mixed under high heat create a dish that crosses social classes.
Tacos (Mexico)
Corn tortillas can be traced back to the Aztec civilization, when ancient Indians wrapped food in corn dough. Today, tacos are the soul of Mexican street culture. Each family’s filling recipe is passed down through generations, from slow-cooked meat to fresh vegetables, reflecting “handmade warmth” and community sharing. In 2010, the Mexican traditional cuisine was added on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (非物质文化遗产) of Humanity.
Dumplings (China)
Dumplings originated in the Eastern Han Dynasty when Zhang Zhongjing wrapped medicinal herbs in dough to cure common people. Today, they are a core symbol of family reunion during Spring Festival. The process of family members’ gathering to make dumplings represents “geng sui jiaozi” (farewell to the old year). Fillings vary by region, but all carry the “taste of home” and blessing culture.
61.What can we learn about pizza according to the text
A.It was originally designed for royal families.
B.Its popularity is due to complex cooking techniques.
C.It became an international dish because of its three colors.
D.It first appeared as convenient food for ordinary people.
62.Why is the UNESCO mentioned in the Tacos section
A.To demonstrate its internationally recognized cultural value.
B.To show the complexity of the cooking process.
C.To highlight the uniqueness of family recipes.
D.To emphasize its popularity only in Mexico.
63.Which food is originally related to medical treatment
A.Sushi. B.Pizza.
C.Tacos. D.Dumplings.
《专题 02 阅读理解(期末题型精练)-2025-2026学年高二英语下学期(译林版)》参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C B D A A C D A D A
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 C D D C D A C C D B
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C D A B C C B A C D
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 D C B D B B B C C D
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 D A C D C A B C A B
题号 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60
答案 A A A D D B D B A B
题号 61 62 63
答案 D A D
1.C 2.B 3.D 4.A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Danielle Belleny从热爱自然的儿童成长为野生动物生物学家的经历,介绍了她的职业发展、日常工作以及对年轻人的建议。
1.细节理解题。根据第一段中“She wanted to be a vet, a person who can treat sick or injured animals, at first.(起初,她想成为一名兽医,也就是能够治疗生病或受伤动物的人。)”可知,Belleny最初想成为一名兽医。故选C。
2.主旨大意题。根据第三段内容,尤其是“In the mornings, I’m usually out the door before sunrise(早上,我通常在日出前出门)”和“She observes birds, keeping track of different species. And she searches for signs of what other animals in the area are doing. Around lunchtime, she’ll return home and write up a report. In the afternoon, she leaves for another site visit.(她观察鸟类,记录不同种类的鸟类。她还会寻找该地区其他动物活动的迹象。午餐时间左右,她会回家写报告。下午,她又出发去另一个地点考察。)”可知,本段主要描述Belleny的实地工作。故选B。
3.细节理解题。根据第三段中“She advises people on how to protect the wildlife that lives on their farm.(她就如何保护生活在他们农场上的野生动物向人们提供建议。)”可知,Belleny为土地所有者提供野生动物保护建议。故选D。
4.细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Try everything you’re interested in through books and libraries.(通过书籍和图书馆尝试你感兴趣的一切事物。)”可知,Belleny建议年轻人通过书籍探索多样的兴趣。故选A。
5.A 6.C 7.D 8.A
【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了人们以往只担心孩子沉迷屏幕,如今老年人的屏幕时长也大幅增加。老年人上网虽便利社交、减少孤独,但也面临诈骗、信息混乱等问题。这一现象提醒社会应理性、全面地讨论不同年龄段的数字使用问题。
5.推理判断题。根据第一段“Few things delight children, or irritate their parents, as much as screen time. Parents nag their children to put down their digital devices and pick up a book or a football. Some countries are banning social media for under-16s.(没有什么事情能像屏幕使用时间这样既让孩子们感到开心,又让他们的父母感到烦恼。家长们会不停地叮嘱孩子们放下电子设备,拿起一本书或者一个足球。一些国家甚至禁止16岁以下的青少年使用社交媒体)”以及第二段“The worry may be focused on the wrong age group. Now a new generation of grandparents are adding to their screen time with smartphones, iPads and game consoles. The result is epic screen sessions, which take up more than half of their waking hours.(这种担忧或许针对的年龄段并不准确。如今,新一代的祖父母们也开始使用智能手机、iPad和游戏机来增加自己的屏幕使用时间。结果就是他们每天的屏幕使用时间超过了清醒时间的一半)”可知,通过提及两代人的屏幕使用时间,作者意在强调一个问题。故选A。
6.词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句“Older people also appear to be more likely susceptible to online scam which artificial intelligence promises to make still more convincing.(老年人似乎也更容易susceptible to网络诈骗,而人工智能技术则有望让这类诈骗变得更加具有迷惑性)”可知,后文提到人工智能技术让这类诈骗变得更加具有迷惑性,说明老年人容易被骗。故划线词意思是“易受骗的”。故选C。
7.推理判断题。根据最后一段“Old people’s rocketing screen time should at least make for a more measured debate on digital matters.(老年人大幅增加的屏幕使用时间至少应该促使我们对数字化问题展开更为审慎的讨论)”可知,不同年龄段的数字互动需要进行平衡的讨论。故选D。
8.主旨大意题。根据第二段“The worry may be focused on the wrong age group. Now a new generation of grandparents are adding to their screen time with smartphones, iPads and game consoles. The result is epic screen sessions, which take up more than half of their waking hours.(这种担忧或许针对的年龄段并不准确。如今,新一代的祖父母们也开始使用智能手机、iPad 和游戏机来增加自己的屏幕使用时间。结果就是他们每天的屏幕使用时间超过了清醒时间的一半)”结合文章主要说明了人们以往只担心孩子沉迷屏幕,如今老年人的屏幕时长也大幅增加。老年人上网虽便利社交、减少孤独,但也面临诈骗、信息混乱等问题。这一现象提醒社会应理性、全面地讨论不同年龄段的数字使用问题。可知,A选项“整天盯着屏幕的老年人”最符合文章标题。故选A。
9.D 10.A 11.C 12.D 13.D
【导语】本文是一篇广告类说明文。主要介绍了5本10多年前出版的书籍,包括书籍内容、装帧、页数、原价及折扣价等信息。
9.细节理解题。根据The Wipers Times部分中的“The Wipers Times, the well-known trench(战壕) newspaper of the First World War, is a unique record of life on the Front Line.(《战壕时报》是一战时期著名的战壕报纸,是对前线生活的独特记录)”以及“B10120 Hardback 388 pages”可知,如果你对战争年代感兴趣,可能会选择B10120这本书,故选D项。
10.细节理解题。根据Mary Berry Cooks部分中的“Mary Berry Cooks features an all-new collection of 100 mouth-watering, simple recipes for any occasion.(《玛丽·贝里烹饪》收录了全新的100道适合各种场合、令人垂涎欲滴且简单易做的食谱)”可知,从这本书中可以期待得到简单的烹饪指导,故选A项。
11.细节理解题。根据Bradford’s Crossword solver’s Dictionary部分中的“B10134 Paper back 896 pages 12.99 9.99”以及Computing for Seniors部分中的“B10133 Paper back 240 pages 10.99 9.99”可知,这两本书都是平装本。所以选C项。
12.推理判断题。根据Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland 2014部分中的“the 2014 edition of Philip’s Complete Road Atlas Britain and Ireland contains 160 pages of road maps and clearly marked service areas.(2014版的《菲利普英国和爱尔兰公路地图集》包含160页的公路地图和清晰标注的服务区)”可知,Philip’s Complete Road Atlas可以作为旅行者的指南,故选D项。
13.推理判断题。根据第一段“Let’s take a look at the following books published over 10 years ago.(让我们来看看以下这些十多年前出版的书籍)”可知,文章介绍了5本书籍的基本信息,且都给出了原价和折扣价,很明显是在推销这些书,所以文本可能来自一则广告,故选D项。
14.C 15.D 16.A 17.C
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章介绍了著名太空科学家、机械工程师玛吉的成长历程。
14.细节理解题。根据第一段“the passion Maggie had for space inspired a career and helped her overcome her dyslexia (读写困难) . (玛吉对太空的热情激励她开启了职业生涯,并帮助她克服了读写困难症。)”可知,玛吉对太空的热爱推动了她的职业发展。故选C。
15.推理判断题。根据第二段“Diagnosed (诊断) with dyslexia at the age of eight, Maggie faced enormous challenges in traditional learning environments. Dyslexia often made reading and writing difficult, and she was sometimes looked down upon by classmates. (玛吉8岁时被诊断出患有读写困难症,在传统的学习环境中面临着巨大的挑战。读写困难症常常让她的阅读和写作变得困难,有时还会被同学看不起。)”可知,玛吉早期的学习经历充满挑战,十分艰难。故选D。
16.细节理解题。根据第三段“Despite these obstacles, her passion for science and space exploration shone through. Rather than focusing on the limitations dyslexia imposed, Maggie discovered its advantages (尽管存在这些障碍,但她对科学和太空探索的热情依然闪耀。玛吉没有关注读写困难症带来的限制,而是发现了它的优势)”可知,玛吉的成就源于她内心对科学和太空探索的渴望与热情。故选A。
17.推理判断题。通读全文,根据最后一段“Her story is a powerful reminder that dyslexia is not a limitation but a different way of processing the world, one that can lead to extraordinary achievements. Maggie’s life and career prove that facing what makes you different can turn challenges into strengths, inspiring others to see the potential in their own unique abilities.(她的故事有力地表明,阅读障碍并非一种限制,而是一种独特的感知世界的方式,这种方式能够带来非凡的成就。玛吉的生活和事业证明,面对自身与众不同的特质,能够将挑战转化为优势,激励他人看到自身独特能力中的潜力。)”可知,文章围绕玛吉的成长经历展开,讲述她凭借对太空的热情,克服读写困难症的挑战,最终成为杰出太空科学家的故事。由此可知,作者写这篇文章的主要目的是鼓励人们勇敢面对困难,发掘自身潜能。故选C。
18.C 19.D 20.B 21.C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了日常交流中人们常被动倾听的现象,说明倾听对建立深层关系的作用,并给出营造沉默、主动提问的倾听技巧。
18.推理判断题。根据第一段“Franklin D. Roosevelt hated small talk. He argued that in most conversations of this kind, people never actually listened to what other people said, as if people were reading from a prompt card (提示卡) and politely waiting their turn. To illustrate his point, he would sometimes greet people by saying, “I murdered a huge snake this morning.” (富兰克林·D·罗斯福讨厌闲聊。他认为,在大多数此类对话中,人们从未真正听过别人说的话,就好像人们在读提示卡,礼貌地等待轮到他们一样。为了说明他的观点,他有时会问候人们说:“我今天早上杀了一条大蛇。”)”可知,罗斯福用不寻常的方式打招呼是为了揭露人们被动倾听的状态。故选C项。
19.细节理解题。根据第二段“When we listen to someone else, we allow them to deal with whatever stresses or bothers them. As such, it builds much deeper relationships with much higher satisfaction. (当我们倾听他人时,我们能让他们排解困扰自己的压力与烦恼。正因如此,这能建立更深厚、满意度更高的人际关系)”可知,给他人足够的表达时间有助于建立牢固的人际联结。故选D项。
20.细节理解题。根据第三段“Silence is the space where conversation grows. In the same way the words on this page are defined by the space around them, silence allows our ideas to take shape and drives the conversation forward. (沉默是对话生长的空间。正如这页纸上的文字需要周围的空白来衬托,沉默能让我们的想法成形,并推动对话继续)”可知,作者认为交谈中的沉默能让思想得以发展。故选B项。
21.主旨大意题。通读全文可知,文章从罗斯福的例子入手,指出人们不善倾听的问题,强调倾听的重要性,并介绍了提升倾听的方法,核心在于讲述倾听的艺术与价值。C选项“Beyond Hearing: The Art of Listening (超越听见:倾听的艺术)”最适合作为标题。故选C项。
22.D 23.A 24.B 25.C
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述作者受父亲影响爱上航天,如今在斯坦福读研追寻这份热爱,在校研习航天知识、推动女性参与航天领域并借助跨学科学习成长的经历。
22.推理判断题。根据第二段中“I want to use it not only to advance technology, but to help ordinary people and address major challenges. Examples include using satellites to monitor climate and detect wildfires, or applying microgravity environments to develop new medicines and materials.(我希望利用航天领域不仅推动技术进步,还能帮助普通人、解决重大挑战。比如利用卫星监测气候、探测野火,或是利用微重力环境研发新药物和新材料)”可知,作者举这些例子是为了说明航天相关工作的现实价值。故选D。
23.细节理解题。根据第三段中“Beyond the classroom, I explore space entrepreneurship as a member of the Threshold Venture Fellow program, which gives students a front-row seat to startup creation.(课堂之外,我作为Threshold创投学者项目的一员探索航天创业,该项目让学生近距离接触创业创立的全过程)”可知,Threshold Venture Fellow项目为学生提供了创业创立方面的实践经验。故选A。
24.推理判断题。根据第三段中“I am passionate about innovation and hope to see more women taking the lead in this field.(我热衷于创新,希望看到更多女性在航天领域担任带头人)”以及第四段中“Since high school, I have worked to change this through a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) outreach program, teaching scientific concepts to young girls in schools that lack sufficient resources.(从高中起,我就通过STEM(科学、技术、工程、数学)拓展项目努力改变航天领域的性别现状,为资源匮乏学校的女孩们讲授科学知识)”可推知,作者想要赋能STEM领域的女性。故选B。
25.主旨大意题。根据第一段中“When I was young, my father inspired my love for astronomy and space exploration by taking me outside at night to observe the stars.(当我年轻的时候,我的父亲通过晚上带我出去观察星星激发了我对天文学和太空探索的热爱)”结合第一段讲述作者受父亲熏陶爱上天文航天,如今在斯坦福读研追寻这份初心;第二段说明选择斯坦福的原因及航天工作的现实价值;第三、四段讲述作者在校研习航天知识、探索航天创业,并为推动女性参与航天和STEM领域付出实际努力;第五、六段讲述斯坦福的跨学科文化对作者的帮助及校园日常。全文核心围绕作者对航天的热爱和为此付出的各类努力展开。故选C。
26.C 27.B 28.A 29.C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了安圭拉国家信托基金通过将濒危的小安的列斯鬣蜥迁移至东普里克利皮尔岛并采取保护措施,成功使其种群数量得以恢复的保育项目。
26.词句猜测题。根据画线词上文“A major threat comes from the introduced green iguana, which competes for food, is more aggressive(一个主要的威胁来自引入的绿鬣蜥,这种生物会争夺食物,而且更具攻击性。)”以及后文“its genetics. Nearly a decade ago, the native iguanas had disappeared from Prickly Pear East(其基因特性。大约十年前,普里克利尔东地区的本土鬣蜥就已经消失不见了)”可知,一个主要威胁来自引入的绿鬣蜥,它会争夺食物,更具攻击性,并且会与本地物种杂交,从而削弱了本地物种的基因特性。故画线词的意思是“削弱”。故选C。
27.细节理解题。根据第三段“After genetic testing confirmed they were purebred, the first ten were transported by boat to Prickly Pear East. With no dogs, cats, traffic, or green iguanas, the small island offered a safe home.(经过基因检测确认它们均为纯种鬣蜥后,最初的十只鬣蜥便被用船运到了仙人掌东岛。那里没有狗、猫、车辆,也没有绿色鬣蜥,这个小岛成了它们安全的栖息地)”可知,把鬣蜥运送到Prickly Pear East岛上是为了给它们提供一个受保护的栖息地。故选B。
28.推理判断题。根据第四段“The relocation of the iguanas achieved remarkable results. The iguanas adapted and began breeding. The population on the small island has now grown to approximately 300, making it one of five key global sites for the species’ recovery.(这些鬣蜥的迁移取得了显著成效。鬣蜥适应了环境并开始繁殖。这个小岛上的鬣蜥数量现已增长至约300只,使其成为该物种全球恢复计划中的五个关键地点之一)”可知,安圭拉国家信托基金开展的项目是成功的。故选A。
29.推理判断题。根据第一段“A small, quiet Caribbean island has been transformed into a successful breeding (繁殖) ground for the critically endangered Lesser Antillean iguana (鬣蜥). Once absent from Prickly Pear East, the species now multiplies there, with scientists celebrating the rising population.(一个位于加勒比海的偏小且宁静的岛屿,已成功地成为了极度濒危的“小安的列斯鬣蜥”繁衍的场所。这种鬣蜥曾经在“刺梨东”地区绝迹,如今却在那里大量繁殖,科学家们为此感到欣喜,称其种群数量正在不断增加)”以及文章主要讲述了濒危的小安的列斯鬣蜥在保护项目的帮助下,在一个小岛上成功繁殖并恢复种群的故事,涉及野生动物的保护和生物学相关知识。由此可推断,本文最可能来自一本野生动物生物学杂志。故选C。
30.D 31.D 32.C 33.B 34.D
【导语】本文是一篇议论文。主要探讨竞争是人类先天遗传还是后天习得的行为,介绍了心理学、人类学相关观点及研究结论。
30.细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Whatever it is, you cannot but recognize the effect competition is exerting in academics and many other areas of contemporary life.(不管竞争是先天的还是后天的,你都不得不承认竞争在学术领域和当代生活的许多其他方面所产生的影响。)”可知,作者认为在当代生活的诸多领域,竞争所带来的影响是显而易见的。故选D项。
31.细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Initially, we compete for the attention of our parents.Thereafter, we are at the mercy of a battle between our base impulses for self-fulfillment and social and cultural norms which prohibit pure indulgence.(起初,我们是为了吸引父母的注意而相互竞争。此后,我们便受制于追求自我实现的原始冲动与禁止纯粹放纵的社会文化规范之间的斗争。)”可知,心理学认为在人生初始阶段之后,人们会在满足自身欲望的同时,遵守社会的相关规范。故选D项。
32.细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Thomas Hobbes, one of the great philosophers of the seventeenth century, is perhaps best remembered for his characterization of the “natural world,” that is, the world before the imposition of the will of humanity, as being “nasty, brutish, and short.”(十七世纪的伟大哲学家之一托马斯·霍布斯,或许最令人铭记的是他将“自然世界”——即人类意志施加之前的世界——描述为“肮脏、粗野且短暂的”。)”可知,托马斯·霍布斯所描绘的“自然世界”是未受到人类理性干预的世界。故选C项。
33.推理判断题。根据第三段中的“Darwin asserted in The Origin of Species that the struggles he was describing should be viewed as metaphors and could easily include dependence and cooperation.(达尔文在《物种起源》中声称,他所描述的生存斗争应被视为一种隐喻,其中也完全可以包含相互依赖与合作。)”可知,达尔文认为生存斗争并不排斥相互扶持与合作。故选B项。
34.细节理解题。根据第四段中的“After studying dozens of such cultures, Mead’s final conclusion was that competitiveness is a culturally created aspect of human behavior, and that its prevalence in a particular society is relative to how that society values it.(在研究了数十种这样的文化后,米德得出的最终结论是,竞争性是人类行为中由文化塑造的一面,它在某一特定社会中的普及程度与该社会对它的重视程度相关。)”可知,玛格丽特·米德的研究结论是人们对竞争的态度实际上受文化的制约。故选D项。
35.B 36.B 37.B 38.C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了梁文锋的开源AI模型R1重塑了全球AI格局。
35.推理判断题。根据第一段“For Nature’s 2025 “Nature’s 10” list, we recognize Liang as a tech disruptor whose work has written the rules of the global AI race. (在《自然》杂志2025年的“自然十人”榜单中,我们将梁文锋视为科技disruptor,他的工作为全球AI竞赛重新书写了规则。)”可知,DeepSeek的R1模型改变了全球AI产业的竞争格局。故选B项。
36.细节理解题。根据第二段“He turned to AI in 2023, founding DeepSeek to “popularize access to advanced reasoning systems”, after growing frustrated by the high cost of cutting-edge AI tools. (2023年,由于对尖端AI工具的高昂成本感到沮丧,他转向人工智能领域,创立了DeepSeek,旨在“普及对先进推理系统的使用”。)”可知,梁文锋从量化金融转向人工智能研究是因为他想让更多人能够使用先进的AI。故选B项。
37.词句猜测题。根据第一段“For Nature’s 2025 “Nature’s 10” list, we recognize Liang as a tech disruptor whose work has written the rules of the global AI race. (在《自然》杂志2025年的“自然十人”榜单中,我们将梁文锋视为科技disruptor,他的工作为全球AI竞赛制定了规则。)”以及倒数第二段“The move also forced Western rivals to shift strategy: within three months, Google and Anthropic released their own partially open models, accelerating global AI collaboration.(此举还迫使西方竞争对手改变战略:在三个月内,谷歌和Anthropic发布了自己的部分开放模型,加速了全球人工智能合作)”可知,他的开源模型促使西方竞争对手改变策略,加速了全球AI合作,disruptor指的是“颠覆者,改变行业的人”。故选B项。
38.主旨大意题。根据全文内容可知,文章主要介绍了梁文锋创立DeepSeek,开发出开源的R1模型,该模型性能优异且成本低,改变了全球AI产业的竞争格局,加速了全球AI合作,即梁文锋的开源AI模型重塑了全球AI格局。故选C项。
39.C 40.D 41.D 42.A
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者因曾遭遇摩托车事故而心存恐惧,却因与Travis投缘,答应一同骑摩托车游历老挝。旅途顺利美好,不仅让他欣赏到美景,更治愈了内心创伤,重拾勇气。
39.词句猜测题。根据划线词上文“It was March 2017, and I had agreed to go on a road trip with Travis, an American I’d met just weeks earlier in an international programme in Thailand.(那是2017年3月,我和特拉维斯决定一起进行一次公路旅行。特拉维斯是一位我在泰国参加国际项目时结识的美国人)”以及后文“people I didn’t know(我不认识的人)”可知,作者和特拉维斯原本不熟悉,所以相处时会保持谨慎,故划线词意思是“谨慎的”。故选C。
40.细节理解题。根据第一段“Travis’s constant efforts to get to know me had worked,

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