2024年高考英语时文阅读专项
专题07
Ⅰ.贾玲电影《热辣滚烫》
Ⅱ.研究发现2.75亿种新遗传变异
Ш.美国众议院组建AI特别工作组
【原文·外刊阅读】
Jia Ling Stuns with Toned Abs in “YOLO”
（文章来源：Dram apanda）
Jia Ling, known for her comedic prowess and infectious personality, has long been a fixture in the Chinese entertainment industry. She’s also cemented her foray into directing and now returns with YOLO. It’s her second major screen production, following a massive success in her directorial debut film Hi Mom in 2021.
Jia Ling’s latest film has finally hit the big screen as part of the Spring Festival movies in 2024. But it’s not just the movie itself that’s causing a stir—it’s the 41-year-old actress’s stunning physical transformation. In the early teasers for YOLO, which follows a complete homebody who takes up boxing, audiences caught glimpses of Jia Ling’s dedication to her role as a boxer. She had shed an impressive 50kg (60 to be exact) in a span of six months. However, it wasn’t until the movie’s release that viewers truly got to witness the extent of her transformation.
In the new poster for YOLO, viewers finally see a clear glimpse of Jia Ling’s fruits of labor. She reveals a toned figure after adopting a high-intensity fitness regimen that not only slimmed her down but also sculpted her physique. Jia Ling’s abs actually trended number one on the Weibo hot search. Despite having a slim figure in the past, the actress-director gained prominence in the comedy scene, known to carry extra weight for years, making her recent transformation all the more remarkable.
It’s not uncommon to see transformations for the sake of the storyline. Actors can wear prosthetics or others go the extra mile with extreme weight transformations. Jia Ling’s journey to shed weight was not just about slimming down; it was about building muscle and strength and she’s remained steadfast in her commitment. However, Jia Ling has been adamant that YOLO is not a film about weight loss. Instead, it’s a story about empowerment and self-discovery—a message that resonates deeply with audiences of all ages.
【原创·阅读理解】
1. What is the main focus of Jia Ling's latest film "YOLO"
A. Weight loss journey.
B. Comedy and laughter.
C. Empowerment and self-discovery.
D. Physical transformation for a role.
2. What physical transformation did Jia Ling undergo for her role in "YOLO"
A. Wearing prosthetics.
B. Extreme weight loss.
C. Gaining extra weight.
D. Cosmetic surgery.
3. What made Jia Ling's abs trend number one on Weibo hot search
A. Her past roles in comedy.
B. The extreme weight loss journey.
C. Wearing prosthetics for the film.
D. The high-intensity fitness regimen.
4. What is the message that Jia Ling wants to convey through the film "YOLO"
A. The importance of weight loss.
B. The challenges of being a comedian.
C. The joy of physical transformation.
D. Empowerment and self-discovery.
【原文·外刊阅读】
Researchers identify 275 mln new genetic variants
（文章来源：CGTN）
Researchers have discovered more than 275 million previously unreported genetic variants, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) said on Tuesday.
The new genetic variants were identified from data shared by nearly 250,000 participants of the NIH's All of Us Research Program. Half of the genomic data are from participants of non-European genetic ancestry.
The unexplored cache of variants provides researchers with new pathways to better understand the genetic influences on health and disease, especially in communities who have been left out of research in the past, said the NIH.
Nearly 4 million of the newly identified variants are in areas that may be tied to disease risk.
"As a physician, I've seen the impact the lack of diversity in genomic research has had in deepening health disparities and limiting care for patients," said Josh Denny, chief executive officer of the All of Us Research Program and an author of the study.
"The All of Us dataset has already led researchers to findings that expand what we know about health – many that may not have been possible without our participants' contributions of DNA and other health information. Their participation is setting a course for a future where scientific discovery is more inclusive, with broader benefits for all," Denny said.
The mission of the All of Us Research Program is to accelerate health research and medical breakthroughs, enabling individualized prevention, treatment, and care for all, according to NIH.
The program will partner with one million or more people across the United States to build the most diverse biomedical data resource of its kind, to help researchers gain better insights into the biological, environmental, and behavioral factors that influence health.
【原创·阅读理解】
1. How many previously unreported genetic variants were discovered by researchers, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
A. 200 million.
B. 250 million.
C. 275 million.
D. 300 million.
2. Where did half of the genomic data come from among the participants in the NIH's All of Us Research Program
A. European countries.
B. Non-European genetic ancestry.
C. Asian countries.
D. African countries.
3. What is the main goal of the All of Us Research Program, according to the NIH
A. To identify genetic disorders.
B. To create a diverse biomedical data resource.
C. To develop personalized medicine for a select group.
D. To conduct clinical trials for new treatments.
4. Why does the NIH emphasize the importance of diversity in genomic research
A. To promote international collaboration.
B. To increase the number of research participants.
C. To address health disparities and limit care for patients.
D. To encourage genetic modifications for improved health.
【拓展阅读】
U.S. House forms AI task force
Leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives said Tuesday they are forming a bipartisan task force to explore potential legislation to address concerns around artificial intelligence (AI).
Efforts in Congress to pass legislation addressing AI have stalled despite numerous high-level forums and legislative proposals over the past year.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican, and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said the task force would be charged with producing a comprehensive report and consider "guardrails that may be appropriate to safeguard the nation against current and emerging threats."
Generative AI, which can create text, photos and videos in response to open-ended prompts, has spurred excitement as well as fears it could make some jobs obsolete, upend elections and potentially overpower humans and have catastrophic effects.
The issue received new attention after a fake robocall in January imitating President Joe Biden sought to dissuade people from voting for him in New Hampshire's Democratic primary election. The Federal Communications Commission declared this month calls made with AI-generated voices are illegal.
The task force report will include "guiding principles, forward-looking recommendations and bipartisan policy proposals developed in consultation with committees" in Congress.
Jeffries said "the rise of artificial intelligence also presents a unique set of challenges and certain guardrails must be put in place to protect the American people."
In October, Biden signed an executive order that aims to reduce the risks of AI. In January, the Commerce Department said it was proposing to require U.S. cloud companies to determine whether foreign entities are accessing U.S. data centers to train AI models.
Representative Jay Obernolte, the Republican chair of the 24-member task force, said the report will detail "the regulatory standards and Congressional actions needed to both protect consumers and foster continued investment and innovation in AI."
Democratic co-chair Ted Lieu Force said "the question is how to ensure AI benefits society instead of harming us."
Earlier this month, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said leading AI companies were among more than 200 entities joining a new U.S. consortium to support safe AI deployment including OpenAI, Alphabet's Google, Anthropic, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon.com and Nvidia.
参考译文：
美国众议院组建AI特别工作组
美国众议院领导人周二表示，他们正在组建一个跨党派工作组，探讨解决人工智能（AI）问题的潜在立法。
尽管过去一年里进行了许多高层论坛和立法提案，但国会通过解决AI问题的立法的努力一直陷于停滞。
众议院议长、共和党人迈克·约翰逊和民主党领袖哈基姆·杰弗里斯表示，该工作组将负责制作一份全面报告，并考虑“可能适用于保护国家免受当前和新兴威胁的防范措施”。
生成式AI能够根据开放性提示创建文本、照片和视频，这引发了人们的兴奋，同时也引发了它可能使一些工作变得过时、颠覆选举并潜在地超越人类并产生灾难性影响的担忧。
在一月份，一通伪造的自动电话模仿总统乔·拜登，试图阻止人们在新罕布什尔州的民主党初选中为他投票。联邦通信委员会本月宣布，使用AI生成的声音拨打的电话是非法的。
该工作组报告将包括与国会委员会协商制定的“指导原则、前瞻性建议和跨党派政策提案”。
杰弗里斯表示，“人工智能的崛起也带来了一系列独特的挑战，必须制定一些防范措施来保护美国人民。”
去年10月，拜登签署了一项旨在降低AI风险的行政命令。今年1月，商务部表示，提议要求美国云公司确定外国实体是否正在访问美国数据中心以训练AI模型。
工作组的共和党主席、众议院成员杰伊·奥伯诺尔特表示，报告将详细说明“保护消费者、促进AI持续投资和创新所需的监管标准和国会行动”。
民主党联合主席特德·刘表示，“问题在于如何确保AI对社会有益而不是对我们有害。”
本月初，商务部长吉娜·雷蒙多表示，领先的AI公司是200多个实体中的一部分，加入了一个新的美国财团，支持安全的AI部署，其中包括OpenAI、谷歌的Alphabet、Anthropic、微软、Meta Platforms、苹果、亚马逊和英伟达。2024年高考英语时文阅读专项
专题07
Ⅰ.贾玲电影《热辣滚烫》
Ⅱ.研究发现2.75亿种新遗传变异
Ш.美国众议院组建AI特别工作组
【原文·外刊阅读】
Jia Ling Stuns with Toned Abs in “YOLO”
（文章来源：Dram apanda）
Jia Ling, known for her comedic prowess and infectious personality, has long been a fixture in the Chinese entertainment industry. She’s also cemented her foray into directing and now returns with YOLO. It’s her second major screen production, following a massive success in her directorial debut film Hi Mom in 2021.
Jia Ling’s latest film has finally hit the big screen as part of the Spring Festival movies in 2024. But it’s not just the movie itself that’s causing a stir—it’s the 41-year-old actress’s stunning physical transformation. In the early teasers for YOLO, which follows a complete homebody who takes up boxing, audiences caught glimpses of Jia Ling’s dedication to her role as a boxer. She had shed an impressive 50kg (60 to be exact) in a span of six months. However, it wasn’t until the movie’s release that viewers truly got to witness the extent of her transformation.
In the new poster for YOLO, viewers finally see a clear glimpse of Jia Ling’s fruits of labor. She reveals a toned figure after adopting a high-intensity fitness regimen that not only slimmed her down but also sculpted her physique. Jia Ling’s abs actually trended number one on the Weibo hot search. Despite having a slim figure in the past, the actress-director gained prominence in the comedy scene, known to carry extra weight for years, making her recent transformation all the more remarkable.
It’s not uncommon to see transformations for the sake of the storyline. Actors can wear prosthetics or others go the extra mile with extreme weight transformations. Jia Ling’s journey to shed weight was not just about slimming down; it was about building muscle and strength and she’s remained steadfast in her commitment. However, Jia Ling has been adamant that YOLO is not a film about weight loss. Instead, it’s a story about empowerment and self-discovery—a message that resonates deeply with audiences of all ages.
【原创·阅读理解】
1. What is the main focus of Jia Ling's latest film "YOLO"
A. Weight loss journey.
B. Comedy and laughter.
C. Empowerment and self-discovery.
D. Physical transformation for a role.
【答案】C
【解析】
根据文章内容，Jia Ling的最新电影《YOLO》的主要重点不是关于减肥，而是关于赋权和自我发现。因此，选C项。
2. What physical transformation did Jia Ling undergo for her role in "YOLO"
A. Wearing prosthetics.
B. Extreme weight loss.
C. Gaining extra weight.
D. Cosmetic surgery.
【答案】B
【解析】
根据文章内容，Jia Ling为了电影《YOLO》进行了极端的减肥，减去了60公斤。因此，选B项。
3. What made Jia Ling's abs trend number one on Weibo hot search
A. Her past roles in comedy.
B. The extreme weight loss journey.
C. Wearing prosthetics for the film.
D. The high-intensity fitness regimen.
【答案】D
【解析】
根据文章内容，Jia Ling的腹肌在微博热搜中排名第一，是因为她采用了高强度的健身计划，塑造了她的身材。因此，选D项。
4. What is the message that Jia Ling wants to convey through the film "YOLO"
A. The importance of weight loss.
B. The challenges of being a comedian.
C. The joy of physical transformation.
D. Empowerment and self-discovery.
【答案】D
【解析】
根据文章内容，Jia Ling表示，《YOLO》不是一部关于减肥的电影，而是一个关于赋权和自我发现的故事。因此，选D项。
【原文·外刊阅读】
Researchers identify 275 mln new genetic variants
（文章来源：CGTN）
Researchers have discovered more than 275 million previously unreported genetic variants, the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) said on Tuesday.
The new genetic variants were identified from data shared by nearly 250,000 participants of the NIH's All of Us Research Program. Half of the genomic data are from participants of non-European genetic ancestry.
The unexplored cache of variants provides researchers with new pathways to better understand the genetic influences on health and disease, especially in communities who have been left out of research in the past, said the NIH.
Nearly 4 million of the newly identified variants are in areas that may be tied to disease risk.
"As a physician, I've seen the impact the lack of diversity in genomic research has had in deepening health disparities and limiting care for patients," said Josh Denny, chief executive officer of the All of Us Research Program and an author of the study.
"The All of Us dataset has already led researchers to findings that expand what we know about health – many that may not have been possible without our participants' contributions of DNA and other health information. Their participation is setting a course for a future where scientific discovery is more inclusive, with broader benefits for all," Denny said.
The mission of the All of Us Research Program is to accelerate health research and medical breakthroughs, enabling individualized prevention, treatment, and care for all, according to NIH.
The program will partner with one million or more people across the United States to build the most diverse biomedical data resource of its kind, to help researchers gain better insights into the biological, environmental, and behavioral factors that influence health.
【原创·阅读理解】
1. How many previously unreported genetic variants were discovered by researchers, according to the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH)
A. 200 million.
B. 250 million.
C. 275 million.
D. 300 million.
【答案】C
【解析】
根据文章内容，研究人员在美国国立卫生研究院（NIH）的All of Us研究计划的近25万名参与者分享的数据中发现了超过2.75亿个以前未报告的基因变异。因此，选C项。
2. Where did half of the genomic data come from among the participants in the NIH's All of Us Research Program
A. European countries.
B. Non-European genetic ancestry.
C. Asian countries.
D. African countries.
【答案】B
【解析】
根据文章内容，卫生研究院（NIH）的All of Us研究计划参与者中，有一半的基因组数据来自非欧洲的基因血统。因此，选B项。
3. What is the main goal of the All of Us Research Program, according to the NIH
A. To identify genetic disorders.
B. To create a diverse biomedical data resource.
C. To develop personalized medicine for a select group.
D. To conduct clinical trials for new treatments.
【答案】B
【解析】
根据文章内容，All of Us研究计划的主要目标是建立一个最具多样性的生物医学数据资源，以帮助研究人员更好地了解影响健康的生物、环境和行为因素。因此，选B项。
4. Why does the NIH emphasize the importance of diversity in genomic research
A. To promote international collaboration.
B. To increase the number of research participants.
C. To address health disparities and limit care for patients.
D. To encourage genetic modifications for improved health.
【答案】C
【解析】
根据文章内容，NIH强调基因组研究中多样性的重要性是为了解决健康差异，并减少对患者的医疗限制。因此，选C项。
【拓展阅读】
U.S. House forms AI task force
Leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives said Tuesday they are forming a bipartisan task force to explore potential legislation to address concerns around artificial intelligence (AI).
Efforts in Congress to pass legislation addressing AI have stalled despite numerous high-level forums and legislative proposals over the past year.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican, and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said the task force would be charged with producing a comprehensive report and consider "guardrails that may be appropriate to safeguard the nation against current and emerging threats."
Generative AI, which can create text, photos and videos in response to open-ended prompts, has spurred excitement as well as fears it could make some jobs obsolete, upend elections and potentially overpower humans and have catastrophic effects.
The issue received new attention after a fake robocall in January imitating President Joe Biden sought to dissuade people from voting for him in New Hampshire's Democratic primary election. The Federal Communications Commission declared this month calls made with AI-generated voices are illegal.
The task force report will include "guiding principles, forward-looking recommendations and bipartisan policy proposals developed in consultation with committees" in Congress.
Jeffries said "the rise of artificial intelligence also presents a unique set of challenges and certain guardrails must be put in place to protect the American people."
In October, Biden signed an executive order that aims to reduce the risks of AI. In January, the Commerce Department said it was proposing to require U.S. cloud companies to determine whether foreign entities are accessing U.S. data centers to train AI models.
Representative Jay Obernolte, the Republican chair of the 24-member task force, said the report will detail "the regulatory standards and Congressional actions needed to both protect consumers and foster continued investment and innovation in AI."
Democratic co-chair Ted Lieu Force said "the question is how to ensure AI benefits society instead of harming us."
Earlier this month, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said leading AI companies were among more than 200 entities joining a new U.S. consortium to support safe AI deployment including OpenAI, Alphabet's Google, Anthropic, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Apple, Amazon.com and Nvidia.
参考译文：
美国众议院组建AI特别工作组
美国众议院领导人周二表示，他们正在组建一个跨党派工作组，探讨解决人工智能（AI）问题的潜在立法。
尽管过去一年里进行了许多高层论坛和立法提案，但国会通过解决AI问题的立法的努力一直陷于停滞。
众议院议长、共和党人迈克·约翰逊和民主党领袖哈基姆·杰弗里斯表示，该工作组将负责制作一份全面报告，并考虑“可能适用于保护国家免受当前和新兴威胁的防范措施”。
生成式AI能够根据开放性提示创建文本、照片和视频，这引发了人们的兴奋，同时也引发了它可能使一些工作变得过时、颠覆选举并潜在地超越人类并产生灾难性影响的担忧。
在一月份，一通伪造的自动电话模仿总统乔·拜登，试图阻止人们在新罕布什尔州的民主党初选中为他投票。联邦通信委员会本月宣布，使用AI生成的声音拨打的电话是非法的。
该工作组报告将包括与国会委员会协商制定的“指导原则、前瞻性建议和跨党派政策提案”。
杰弗里斯表示，“人工智能的崛起也带来了一系列独特的挑战，必须制定一些防范措施来保护美国人民。”
去年10月，拜登签署了一项旨在降低AI风险的行政命令。今年1月，商务部表示，提议要求美国云公司确定外国实体是否正在访问美国数据中心以训练AI模型。
工作组的共和党主席、众议院成员杰伊·奥伯诺尔特表示，报告将详细说明“保护消费者、促进AI持续投资和创新所需的监管标准和国会行动”。
民主党联合主席特德·刘表示，“问题在于如何确保AI对社会有益而不是对我们有害。”
本月初，商务部长吉娜·雷蒙多表示，领先的AI公司是200多个实体中的一部分，加入了一个新的美国财团，支持安全的AI部署，其中包括OpenAI、谷歌的Alphabet、Anthropic、微软、Meta Platforms、苹果、亚马逊和英伟达。
