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1.（2024·福建泉州·统考二模）JOIN TODAY
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1．How much should two seniors with three kids pay at least to own annual memberships
A． 69. B． 96. C． 108. D． 120.
2．What is one of the member benefits of English Heritage sites
A．Free access to its historic sites.
B．Guided outing activities.
C．Zero admission to its events.
D．Discounted car-parking fee.
3．What is the main purpose of the text
A．To educate. B．To entertain. C．To analyze. D．To inform.
【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章是一则广告，主要介绍了加入英国文化遗产会员所需费用及可享受的福利。
1．细节理解题。根据第一份表格第三行第二列“JOINT SENIOR, Two adults aged 65 years+, 96 for a year (两名65岁以上的成年人， 96一年)”可知，两个老人想要拥有年度会员资格需要付 96，再根据第一份表格下面“Up to 6 kids go free with each adult. (一个成年人最多可以带6个孩子免费)”可知，三个孩子免费，所以两个带有三个孩子的老人至少要付 96才能拥有年度会员。故选B项。
2．细节理解题。根据第二份表格第一列中“Become a Member to receive: UNLIMITED ACCESS to over 400 historic places, (成为会员可获得：无限制地访问400多个历史名胜)”及文章开头“Enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of English Heritage sites with an annual membership.(拥有年度会员资格，即可无限量访问数百处英国遗产。)”可知，英国文化遗产的会员福利是免费参观其历史遗迹。故选A项。
3．推理判断题。通读全文，尤其根据文章开头“Enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of English Heritage sites with an annual membership.(拥有年度会员资格，即可无限量访问数百处英国遗产。)”可知，本文是一则广告，主要介绍了加入英国文化遗产会员所需费用及可享受的福利，所以文章目的是告知人们知晓。故选D项。
2.（2024·湖南长沙·统考一模）Rich in culture and rooted in tradition, winter in Budapest here not only feels like a fairytale, it looks like one, too. Here are four top things to do in Budapest during the winter.
● City Park Ice Rink (滑冰场)
Budapest’s City Park Ice Rink is by far the most famous skating destination in the region. Skaters flooded to the rink each winter between late November and mid February. First opened in 1870, this ice rink is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. It’s filled up with water during the summer months. It serves as a boating lake for tourists looking to bike around while bathing in the sun.
● Spas and thermal baths
Budapest is quite rightly nicknamed the “City of Spas”. The baths of here are astonishingly beautiful, which are famous for their relaxing and medicinal benefits Taking a dip in the famous baths during winter is an experience like no other. Jumping from one indoor pool to the outside bathing area is a memorable and pleasurable experience.
● Hungarian State Opera House
The Hungarian State Opera House is closed for renovations (翻新). However, visitors can still see parts of it via (通过) guided tours. The Hungarian State Opera House, which was completed in 1884, remains exactly the same as that when it was constructed. Each year thousands of visitors arrived in Budapest to take in the sheer (十足的) beauty of the opera house, while the lucky ones are able to secure a ticket for a show.
● Andrassy Avenue and Fashion Street
Shopping in Budapest during winter is a magical experience. Andrassy Avenue and Fashion Street are two of its most popular tourist destinations at any time of year. Covered with thousands of lights, the tree-lined avenue comes to life during the winter months, offering up many attractions. The shops here are usually open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the winter months.
4．What does City Park Ice Rink act as in summer
A．A relaxing pool. B．A boating lake.
C．A thermal bath. D．A fashion street.
5．What can visitors do in Hungarian State Opera House if they have a ticket
A．Enjoy a show. B．Take a swim.
C．Have a guided tour. D．Perform an opera.
6．What brings life to the tree-lined avenue during the winter months
A．Tourist center. B．Opera house. C．Lights. D．Shops.
【答案】4．B 5．A 6．C
【导语】这是一篇应用文。布达佩斯的冬天美得像童话一样，文章介绍了布达佩斯冬季必须打卡的四个景点。
4．细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“It serves as a boating lake for tourists looking to bike around while bathing in the sun.(它是一个划船湖，游客们可以一边骑车一边晒太阳。)”可知，城市公园溜冰场在夏天是作为一个划船湖。故选B。
5．细节理解题。根据第四段最后一句“Each year thousands of visitors arrived in Budapest to take in the sheer (十足的) beauty of the opera house, while the lucky ones are able to secure a ticket for a show.(每年都有成千上万的游客来到布达佩斯欣赏歌剧院的美景，幸运的人还能买到演出的门票。)”可知，如果游客有票，他们可以在匈牙利国家歌剧院看演出。故选A。
6．细节理解题。根据最后一段第三句“Covered with thousands of lights, the tree-lined avenue comes to life during the winter months, offering up many attractions.(在冬季的几个月里，这条绿树成荫的大道被成千上万的灯覆盖着，变得生机勃勃，提供了许多景点。)”可知，冬日里灯光给这条林荫大道带来了生机。故选C。
3.（2024·河北石家庄·校联考三模）Here are the books that often appear on high-school reading lists for 12th-grade students, and are often discussed in greater depth in college literature courses. The books on this list are important introductions to world literature.
The Seagull
By Anton Chekhov
Price:$40.4
The book is a scene-of-life read set in the Russian countryside at the end of the 19th century. All characters are dissatisfied with their lives. Some want love. Some want success.No one, however, ever seems to get happiness. Some people view The Seagull as a tragic (悲剧的) play about always unhappy people. Others see it as a humorous and bitter book,making fun of humans’ foolishness.
Candide
By Voltaire
Price:$48.6
Voltaire offers his view of society in Candide. The book was published in 1759, and it is often considered the author’s most important work. A simple-minded young man, Candide is sure his world is the best of all worlds, but a trip around the world opens his eyes about what he believes to be true.
Jane Eyre
By Charlotte Bronte
Price:$128.6
Charlotte Bronte’s heroine was one of the first in English literature to serve as first-person narrator(讲述者) of her own life story. Jane falls in love with a rich man, Rochester,but on her own terms, and only after he has proven himself worthy of her.
The Bluest Eye
By Toni Morrison
Price:$28.6
It tells a story of Pecola Breedlove, a young African American girl who dreams of having blue eyes-a sign of acceptance in a world ruled by white conceptions of beauty.
7．What is special about The Seagull
A．People have different ideas about it.
B．Characters in it are happy with their life.
C．All characters make their dreams true finally.
D．It tells the life in America at the end of the 19th century.
8．What changes Candide’s idea about a wonderful world
A．The bad luck he met in life. B．A book he read accidentally.
C．A journey around the world. D．A dream he had at night.
9．Which would you choose if you want to read a girl dreaming of becoming beautiful
A．The Seagull. B．Candide.
C．Jane Eyre. D．The Bluest Eye.
【答案】7．A 8．C 9．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了适合高三学生阅读的四本书。
7．细节理解题。根据The Seagull 部分的“Some people view The Seagull as a tragic play about always unhappy people. Others see it as a humorous and bitter book, making fun of humans’ foolishness.”（有些人认为《海鸥》是一部关于不幸的人的悲剧。其他人则认为这是一本幽默而苦涩的书，嘲笑人类的愚蠢。）可知，有人把这本书看成是不幸的人的悲剧，有人把它看成是对人类愚蠢的嘲弄。由此可知，《海鸥》的特别之处是人们对此有不同的看法。故选A项。
8．细节理解题。根据Candide部分的“A simple-minded young man, Candide is sure his world is the best of all worlds, but a trip around the world opens his eyes about what he believes to be true.”（Candide是一个头脑简单的年轻人，他坚信自己的世界是世界上最好的，但一次环球旅行让他看到了他所相信的真实。）可知，是一次环球旅行让Candide 改变了对对美好世界的看法。故选C项。
9．推理判断题。根据The Bluest Eye部分的“It tells a story of Pecola Breedlove, a young African American girl who dreams of having blue eyes-a sign of acceptance in a world ruled by white conceptions of beauty.”（它讲述了一个年轻的非裔美国女孩佩科拉·布里德洛夫的故事，她梦想拥有一双蓝眼睛——这是一个被白人美的观念所统治的世界所接受的标志。）可知，这是一本关于一个女孩想把眼睛变成白人认为的美丽的蓝眼睛的故事。由此可推知，如果你想读一个关于梦想变漂亮的女孩的故事，你会选择The Bluest Eye这本书。故选D项。
4.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）The Olympic Museum’s educational programs are now free!
As of 1 January 2023, our educational programs are free! Teachers can tailor their visits to their own needs and interests, choosing between self- guided tours, guided tours and workshops, with online educational resources also available.
Here is all the practical information you need to organize your visit. In order to make a reservation, please fill in the pre-reservation form. This form is a must for all types of visits. There are four ways to visit the Museum with your class:
●Guided tour: Visit the permanent exhibition accompanied by one of our activity leaders.
Duration: 90 minutes
●Workshop + guided tour: Themed tour of the exhibition (permanent or temporary depending on the topic) and workshop in the Gym or Studio, all accompanied by an activity lender.
Duration: 2×45 minutes
●Workshop + independent visit (optional): Accompanied by an activity leader, make the most of a themed workshop and extend your Olympic experience by visiting the exhibitions independently.
Duration: 45 minutes for the workshop, unlimited for an independent visit
●Independent visit: Access to all exhibition areas except educational areas.
Duration: unlimited
Practical Information
Self-guided visitors in groups with a reservation will be given priority at the entrance. If the exhibitions are too crowded, we may not be able to give you the privilege.
Safety distances between adults and students/ children must be respected.
Rates
All our educational programs are free of charge for those under the age of 16.
●Children up to the age of 15: free
●Students aged 16 and over & adults: $ 14
●Accompanying adult (1 for 1-10 students, 2 for 11-20 students, etc.): free
10．What can a teacher do when planning a visit to the museum for the students
A．Tailor a guided tour for unlimited lime.
B．Make a reservation without filling out a form.
C．Choose an independent tour in educational areas.
D．Design a self-guided tour with a 45-minute workshop.
11．Visitors have priority access to the Museum when .
A．the exhibitions are too jammed
B．they are in a guided tour group
C．safely distances between people are respected
D．reservations are made for their self-guided groups
12．What is the cost for three teachers to take 17 students aged 15, and 2 aged 16 for a tour
A．$14. B．$28. C．$42. D．$56.
【答案】10．D 11．D 12．C
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章是一则奥林匹克博物馆的教育项目的广告。
10．细节理解题。根据Workshop + independent visit (optional)部分中“Accompanied by an activity leader, make the most of a themed workshop and extend your Olympic experience by visiting the exhibitions independently.(在活动负责人的陪同下，充分利用主题工作坊，通过独立参观展览来扩展您的奥运体验)”和“Duration: 45 minutes for the workshop, unlimited for an independent visit(持续时间：研讨会45分钟，独立参观无限制)”可知，教师在为学生计划参观博物馆可以设计一个含45分钟工作坊的自助游。故选D。
11．细节理解题。根据Practical Information部分中“Self-guided visitors in groups with a reservation will be given priority at the entrance. (预订了的团体自助游客将优先进入入口)”可知，预定了的团体自助游客可以优先进入。故选D。
12．细节理解题。根据Rates部分“All our educational programs are free of charge for those under the age of 16.●Children up to the age of 15: free●Students aged 16 and over & adults: $ 14●Accompanying adult (1 for 1-10 students, 2 for 11-20 students, etc.): free(我们所有的教育项目对16岁以下的人都是免费的。●15岁以下儿童：免费●16岁及以上的学生和成年人：14美元●有成人陪同（一位老师和1-10名学生，两位和11-20名学生）：免费)”可知，三位老师门票是$14*3=$42，17个15岁的学生免费，两个16岁的孩子因为有成人陪同也是免费的。故选C。
5.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.
Unique beaches
Yonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyakojima, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock, is tucked away in a small cove, and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees.
Diverse and colorful fish
Snorkeling is a must-try in Miyakojima. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features. For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Waiwal Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.
Scuba diving
Miyako Island is a diving mecca, with a wealth of dive sites to explore, including many underwater caves and caverns. Even those without a diving license need not be held hack. Dive shops and tour operators also offer tours for beginners to explore Miyako Island’s abundant underwater environment.
Fresh island food
Delight your senses with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Miyako beef, delicious Miyako soba (noodles served in broth), or fresh fruit. Okinawa prefecture boasts the highest mango yield in Japan, and Miyako Island’s warm subtropical climate is optimal for growing fresh, juicy mangoes.
13．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A travel report. B．A travel guide.
C．A diary. D．A text book.
14．What is a suitable spot to snorkel for beginners
A．Miyako Island. B．Waiwai Beach.
C．Shigira. D．Sunayama Beach.
15．What contributes to the delicious taste of mangoes grown in Miyako Island
A．White sand. B．Blue ocean.
C．Enough rainwater. D．Warm climate.
【答案】13．B 14．C 15．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍的是Miyako Island值得游玩的项目。
13．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.(Miyako Island以其阳光明媚的海滩和自然奇观而闻名，在假日期间欢迎许多游客)”可知，本文介绍的是Miyako Island适合游客游玩的项目。由此推知，这段文字可能取自一本《旅行指南》。故选B。
14．细节理解题。根据Diverse and colorful fish部分中“For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Waiwal Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.(对于初学者来说，Aragusuku和Shigira是一个不错的选择，但高级潜水者可能会把Waiwal海滩和下岛作为他们的终极目的地)”可知，Shigira适合初学者浮潜。故选C。
15．细节理解题。根据Fresh island food部分中“Okinawa prefecture boasts the highest mango yield in Japan,and Miyako Island’s warm subtropical climate is optimal for growing fresh, juicy mangoes.(冲绳县拥有日本最高的芒果产量，而Miyako岛温暖的亚热带气候最适合种植新鲜多汁的芒果)”可知，Miyako岛暖的亚热带气候使得该地的芒果新鲜多汁。故选D。
6.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）Where the Wild Things are
Durban, a great all-round destination in South Africa,is home to some of South Africa’s most diverse wildlife. There you can see an impressive array of wild animals in the flesh, from lions, leopards and elephants to endangered species.Durban KZN is now just a direct British Airways flight away—take a look at some of its most unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
Start north of Durban at one of South Africa’s most celebrated national parks. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi really comes alive during the winter months, when many animals congregate(聚集)at the water sources.Both the Black uMfolozi and White uMfolozi rivers flow through here, and it’s your best chance to see the Big Five all in one place lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos, both black and white. Guided morning walks can be booked ahead for an astonishingly reasonable E12-f15.
Kosi Bay
It is an appealing complex of coastal lakes and an estuary(河口)with a peaceful, unspoiled atmosphere. The lake system in particular is home to a wide range of creatures, such as hippos, flamingos, crocodiles and Zambezi sharks(common bull sharks).You’ll also find more than 250 bird species here,including the rare palm-nut vultures.
Sodwana Bay
The three-mile Mgobozeleni Trail in Sodwana Bay presents excellent opportunities for bird watching, taking you through picturesque coastal forest and grassland.Deep-sea fishing is also popular here, but to really make the most of Sodwana you have to try the snorkelling(带呼吸管潜水). Come outside of the summer holidays to avoid the rush and you’ll be rewarded with enchanting, technicolour undersea life.
uMkhuze Game Reserve
At this point, you might be thinking, ‘Well, this is all well and good, but where are the hyenas ’That itch can be(metaphorically)scratched at uMkhuze, where the screeching beasts congregate in the dense scrubland, along with rhinos and elephants. This reserve is also home to more than 400 bird species.Again, guided walks can be booked in advance for 10.
16．Birds are pointed out in the places EXCEPT_____
A．Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park B．Kosi Bay
C．Sodwana Bay D．uMkhuze Game Reserve
17．If tourists want to visit Sodwana Bay, which season is said to be avoided
A．Spring. B．Summer. C．Fall. D．Winter.
18．Guided walks in uMkhuze Game Reserve is worth_____
A． 12 B． 13 C． 15 D． 10
【答案】16．A 17．B 18．D
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了南非全方位的旅游胜地——Durban。
16．细节理解题。根据Kosi Bay部分中“You’ll also find more than 250 bird species here,including the rare palm-nut vultures.(你还可以在这里找到250多种鸟类，包括罕见的棕榈秃鹫。)”；以及Sodwana Bay部分中“The three-mile Mgobozeleni Trail in Sodwana Bay presents excellent opportunities for bird watching, taking you through picturesque coastal forest and grassland.(索瓦纳湾三英里长的Mgobozeleni步道为观鸟提供了绝佳的机会，带您穿过风景如画的沿海森林和草原。)”；以及uMkhuze Game Reserve部分中“This reserve is also home to more than 400 bird species.(这个保护区也是400多种鸟类的家园。)”可知，只有在Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park部分中“and it’s your best chance to see the Big Five all in one place lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos, both black and white. (这是你在一个地方看到五大动物的最佳机会：狮子、豹子、大象、水牛和犀牛，无论是黑色的还是白色的。)”中，没有提及鸟类。故选A。
17．细节理解题。根据Sodwana Bay部分中“Come outside of the summer holidays to avoid the rush and you’ll be rewarded with enchanting, technicolour undersea life.(暑假结束后，你可以避开拥挤的人群，享受迷人的、多彩的海底生活)”，可知，如果要来Sodwana Bay度假，应该避开夏天，则可以享受迷人的多彩的海底生活。故选B。
18．细节理解题。根据uMkhuze Game Reserve部分中“Again, guided walks can be booked in advance for E10.(同样，有导游的徒步旅行可以提前预订，费用为10英镑。)”，可知，在uMkhuze Game Reserve的引导下散步价值10英镑。故选D。
7.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）At the time of year when the sun’s daily appearance is often short-lived, the following warm places in Washington State are your first choice.
Alderbrook Resort & Spa
Less than a two-hour drive from Seattle, located on the edge of the Hood Canal, a nature-filled retreat (休养处) is waving. Seals slide along the waters of the Alderbrook dock (码头), playing a game of “Go Fish” with dive-bombing seabirds. As you sit on the shaking dock just minutes after arrival, you are already in a quieter world.
Suncadia Resort
A mountain escape awaits just over the pass on I-90, about 80 miles east of Seattle. The resort’s annual Winterfest lasts through January 2, full of holiday celebrations and winter recreation, from cross-county skiing and snow mobile tours to ice skating and snowshoe tours.
Willows Lodge
Twenty miles from Seattle, this luxury lodge is nestled into the centre of Woodinville Wine Country. Situated on five landscaped acres that border the Sammamish River, the Northwest-style lodge is within walking distance of more than 35 tasting rooms. When you step into the lodge, fire crackles and hot apple rolls welcome your arrival with a celebratory air.
Seattle-area Retreats
Salish Lodge & Spa is a scenic 30-minute drive from Seattle, bringing you to a lodge integrating Old World atmosphere and modern elegance. Get out to enjoy the surrounding nature, hiking near the rushing 270-foot-tall Snoqualmie Falls or trying activities like fly fishing and snowshoeing. Head to North Bend for a slice of Twede’s Cafe strawberry pie.
19．Where can you get the leisure from sea life
A．Seattle-area Retreats. B．Suncadia Resort.
C．Alderbrook Resort & Spa. D．Willows Lodge.
20．What can you enjoy at Suncadia Resort
A．Performances of animals. B．A month-long festival.
C．An exhibition of snowshoes. D．Amusements with snow.
21．What do Willows Lodge and Seattle-area Retreats have in common
A．They feature wine tasting.
B．They focus on outdoor activities.
C．They serve food made from fruits.
D．They combine the ancient and modern trends.
【答案】19．C 20．D 21．C
【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章推荐了四个温暖的度假区。
19．细节理解题。根据Alderbrook Resort & Spa部分“Seals slide along the waters of the Alderbrook dock (码头), playing a game of ‘Go Fish’ with dive-bombing seabirds. As you sit on the shaking dock just minutes after arrival, you are already in a quieter world. (海豹沿着奥尔德布鲁克码头的水面滑行，与俯冲轰炸的海鸟玩“钓鱼”游戏。当你在到达几分钟后，坐在摇摇晃晃的码头上时，你已经置身于一个更安静的世界)”可知，在Alderbrook Resort & Spa，游客可以坐在码头上，观看海洋生物，享受悠闲时光。故选C项。
20．细节理解题。根据Suncadia Resort部分“The resort’s annual Winterfest lasts through January 2, full of holiday celebrations and winter recreation, from cross-county skiing and snow mobile tours to ice skating and snowshoe tours. (度假村的年度冬季活动持续到1月2日，满满的节日庆祝和冬季娱乐活动，从跨县滑雪和雪地摩托旅行到滑冰和雪地鞋旅行)”可知，在Suncadia Resort可以参加各种和雪有关的娱乐项目。故选D项。
21．细节理解题。根据Willows Lodge部分“When you step into the lodge, fire crackles and hot apple rolls welcome your arrival with a celebratory air.(当你走进小屋时，噼里啪啦的火声和热腾腾的苹果卷带着庆祝的气氛欢迎你的到来)”和Seattle-area Retreats部分“Head to North Bend for a slice of Twede’s Cafe strawberry pie.(前往北本德，吃一块特威德咖啡馆的草莓派)”中的“hot apple rolls”和“strawberry pie”可知，提供水果制成的食物是它们的共同之处。故选C项。
8.（2024上·山东聊城·高三统考期末）This story is part of Nature’s 10, an annual list produced by the world’s leading science journal Nature, exploring individuals who contributed to the key developments in science. On the 2023 list published, the journal included a non-human entity — ChatGPT, for the first time.
ChatGPT and related software can help to brainstorm ideas, enhance scientific search engines and identify research gaps in the literature, says Marinka Zitnik, who works on AI for medical research at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Models trained in similar ways on scientific data could help to build AI systems that can guide research, perhaps by designing new molecules or simulating cell behaviour, Zitnik adds.
But why include a computer program in a list of people who have shaped science in 2023 ChatGPT is not a person. But actually, it and other generative artificial-intelligence (AI) programs are changing how scientists work. They have also rekindled debates about the limits of AI, the nature of human intelligence and how best to regulate the interaction between the two. That’s why this year’s Nature’s 10 has a non-human addition.
Interestingly, Nature’s list also includes one of its creators. Ilya Sutskever, the chief scientist and cofounder of OpenAI, the organization that created ChatGPT, is one of the minds at the forefront of generative artificial intelligence. He saw this company as an opportunity to develop general artificial intelligence that could outperform humans and develop its own consciousness.
Sutskever believes that artificial intelligence’s potential is too great for models to be available to anyone who wants to use them, and he was among the first to realize that the systems that scientists like his mentor, Geoffrey Hinton, had begun to develop would begin to show their actual capabilities as computing power increased. In recent months, he devoted his efforts toward creating a method to direct and control artificial intelligence systems that are more intelligent than humans.
22．Which of the following is true about Nature’s 10 according to the passage
A．Nature’s 10 is celebrating the development of science technology.
B．Only human beings were elected as Nature’s 10 before.
C．Nature’s 10 was started in 2023 for the first time.
D．It was awarded by the local government yearly.
23．What is the second paragraph about
A．Experts’ opinions on ChatGPT.
B．How ChatGPT functions.
C．The application of ChatGPT in science research.
D．The promotion of ChatGPT.
24．What does the underlined word rekindled in paragraph 3 mean
A．Settled. B．Restarted. C．Participated. D．Launched.
25．Which of the following can best describe Ilya Sutskever’s attitude towards ChatGPT
A．Confident and cautious. B．Proud and concerned.
C．Objective and doubtful. D．Enthusiastic and warning.
【答案】22．B 23．C 24．B 25．A
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章报道了《自然》杂志将ChatGPT选入“自然10强”并分析了原因。文章同时介绍ChatGPT的创造者之一伊利亚·苏茨克维尔对ChatGPT的看法。
22．细节理解题。根据第一段中“On the 2023 list published, the journal included a non-human entity — ChatGPT, for the first time.(在公布的2023年名单中，该杂志首次纳入了一个非人类实体——ChatGPT)”可知，在此之前，只有人类能被选为“自然10强”。故选B项。
23．主旨大意题。根据第二段中“ChatGPT and related software can help to brainstorm ideas, enhance scientific search engines and identify research gaps in the literature, says Marinka Zitnik, who works on AI for medical research at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Models trained in similar ways on scientific data could help to build AI systems that can guide research, perhaps by designing new molecules or simulating cell behaviour, Zitnik adds.(马萨诸塞州波士顿的哈佛医学院从事人工智能医学研究的Marinka Zitnik说，ChatGPT和相关软件可以帮助集思广益，增强科学搜索引擎，并识别文献中的研究空白。Zitnik补充说，以类似的方式对科学数据进行训练的模型可以帮助建立指导研究的人工智能系统，也许可以通过设计新分子或模拟细胞行为来实现)”可知，本段主要讨论了ChatGPT和其他生成式人工智能程序如何改变科学家的工作方式，并提到了ChatGPT在指导研究和增强科学搜索引擎方面的潜在可能。由此可知，第二段介绍了ChatGPT在科学研究领域中的应用。故选C项。
24．词句猜测题。前缀re-表示“重新；再”；结合常识和划线词后“debates about the limits of AI, the nature of human intelligence and how best to regulate the interaction between the two(关于人工智能的局限性、人类智能的本质以及如何最好地规范两者之间的互动的辩论)”可知，关于人工智能的这些话题的辩论并不是新事物，以前就已经有过很多相关的辩论，由此推知，ChatGPT的出现只是重新引发了相关辩论。故划线词rekindled与restarted“重新开始”意思接近。故选B项。
25．推理判断题。根据第四段中“He saw this company as an opportunity to develop general artificial intelligence that could outperform humans and develop its own consciousness.(他认为这家公司是开发通用人工智能的一个机会，它可以超越人类，发展自己的意识)”和最后一段中“he was among the first to realize that the systems that scientists like his mentor, Geoffrey Hinton, had begun to develop would begin to show their actual capabilities as computing power increased.(他是最早意识到，随着计算能力的提高，像他的导师杰弗里·辛顿这样的科学家开始开发的系统将开始显示其实际能力的人之一)”可推知，Ilya Sutskever认为人工智能会超越人类，发展自己的意识，对其能力充满信心(confident)；根据最后一段中“Sutskever believes that artificial intelligence’s potential is too great for models to be available to anyone who wants to use them(Sutskever认为，人工智能的潜力太大，任何想要使用它们的人都无法获得模型)”和“In recent months, he devoted his efforts toward creating a method to direct and control artificial intelligence systems that are more intelligent than humans.(最近几个月，他致力于创造一种方法来指导和控制比人类更聪明的人工智能系统)”可推知，Ilya Sutskever对人工智能的运用非常谨慎(cautious)，希望创造一种方法来指导和控制比人类更聪明的人工智能。故选A项。
9.（2024上·山东聊城·高三统考期末）The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre has recently “rediscovered” an ancient shark skeleton that has been sitting in the museum’s collection for nearly 50 years. Could this shark be a part of a newly discovered ancient shark species
This fossil’s original discovery was in 1975 on a farm just west of Morden, Manitoba. The skeleton was brought into the museum and was forgotten within the ever-growing fossil collection. The skeleton was hidden in the collections room for over 40 years and the center just recently found the fossil in its storage around eight years ago.
Adolfo Cuertara, the director of the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre, explained that “It’s a very special shark for many reasons. It’s highly possible that we are talking about a new species.” Although the shark has not been given a scientific name yet, the museum has unofficially named the skeleton, “Dave”, in honor of the farmer on whose land the skeleton was found.
After the fossil rediscovery, Dave was exhibited at the fossil center museum. Dave is around 15 feet long and is one of the largest well-preserved shark skeletons in the entire world. Within the paleontology (古生物学) world, complete shark fossils are extremely rare due to their soft cartilage (软骨结构) which disintegrates as they age. Dave’s shark species are filter feeders with no teeth, who receive their nutrition by absorbing it out of the water. Cuertara emphasizes Dave’s uniqueness by explaining, “The shape of the jaws and the skull and the kind of structures that it has, because the preservation is really amazing, is telling us that it is probably going to be a new species. The problem is now we need scientific papers and scientific research and this paper is underway.”
The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre is hopeful that more scientific research will provide more information on Dave’s ancient shark species. For now, Dave is currently on display at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre and the museum has the exhibit up to date with their current information.
26．Where probably could you find this article
A．Science textbook of college.
B．Advertising brochure of museum.
C．Discovery column of magazine.
D．Bulletin board of animal world.
27．What does the underlined word “disintegrates” mean in the fourth paragraph
A．Die away. B．Break down. C．Build up. D．Lie down.
28．What evidence made scientists believe Dave is a new shark species
A．The structure of skull and jaw.
B．The preservation of jaw and the skull.
C．The uniqueness of no teeth structure.
D．The rare soft cartilage.
29．What is the main idea of the text
A．Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre displays Dave ancient shark species.
B．Dave’s shark species is a new species of ancient shark.
C．Canadian Museum rediscovers a new ancient shark species.
D．Dave’s shark skeleton is in honor of the farmer who rediscovered it.
【答案】26．C 27．B 28．B 29．C
【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章报道了加拿大化石发现中心最近重新发现了一具古老的鲨鱼骨架，该骨架在博物馆的收藏中已经存放了近50年。这可能是一种新发现的古老鲨鱼物种，目前尚未正式命名，但博物馆暂时以“戴夫”为其非正式名称。
26．推理判断题。通读全文，结合第一段中“The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre has recently “rediscovered” an ancient shark skeleton that has been sitting in the museum’s collection for nearly 50 years.(加拿大化石发现中心最近“重新发现”了一具在博物馆收藏了近50年的古代鲨鱼骨架)”和最后一段中“The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre is hopeful that more scientific research will provide more information on Dave’s ancient shark species. For now, Dave is currently on display at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre and the museum has the exhibit up to date with their current information.(加拿大化石发现中心希望更多的科学研究能提供更多关于戴夫古鲨鱼物种的信息。目前，戴夫目前正在加拿大化石发现中心展出，博物馆的展品与他们目前的信息同步)”可知，本文介绍了加拿大化石发现中心对其馆藏“古鲨鱼骨架”的再发现，并说明了其意义。由此推知，本文可能出自杂志中的发现栏目。故选C项。
27．词句猜测题。根据划线词所在句“Within the paleontology (古生物学) world, complete shark fossils are extremely rare due to their soft cartilage (软骨结构) which disintegrates as they age.(在古生物学界，完整的鲨鱼化石极其罕见，因为它们的软骨会随着年龄的增长而disintegrates)”中“soft cartilage (软骨结构)”可推知，因为鲨鱼是软骨，所以随着年龄的增长，骨头会“分解”，很难保留下来。划线词disintegrates与动词短语Break down同义。故选B项。
28．细节理解题。根据第四段中“The shape of the jaws and the skull and the kind of structures that it has, because the preservation is really amazing, is telling us that it is probably going to be a new species.(颌骨和头骨的形状以及它的结构，因为保存得非常惊人地完好，告诉我们它可能是一个新物种)”可知，得到保存的颌骨和头骨让科学家相信戴夫是一种新的鲨鱼物种。故选B项。
29．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段中“The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre has recently “rediscovered” an ancient shark skeleton that has been sitting in the museum’s collection for nearly 50 years.(加拿大化石发现中心最近“重新发现”了一具在博物馆收藏了近50年的古代鲨鱼骨架)”可知，文章主要介绍了加拿大化石发现中心对其馆藏“古鲨鱼骨架”的再发现，它可能是一种新的古老鲨鱼物种，所以“Canadian Museum rediscovers a new ancient shark species.(加拿大博物馆重新发现了一种新的古鲨鱼物种)”是文章的主要内容。故选C项。
10.（2024上·山东·高三统考期末）When Yuan Qiu received his admission letter from Southwestern University, he smiled broadly from the wheelchair he’s used for five years. Then he turned to his mother, Xie Xianlian, and saw she quickly wiped tears away, pretending her eyes were blurred by sand.
The 18-year-old young man is from a poor, rural family in Chongqing. His father died of lung cancer when he was a child. Yuan was diagnosed with progressive muscular dystrophy (肌肉萎缩症) when he was three years old. His older brother, who was paralyzed (瘫痪), died of the same disease at the age of 22. After long-term medication, Yuan decided to stop taking the medicine due to its high cost and there was no sign his health was getting better. The condition worsened as Yuan grew older. He could only walk slowly on flat ground and relied on others to carry him up and down stairs. When he was 14 years old, he could no longer stand up and had to use a wheelchair.
At first, his mother hesitated between continuing Yuan’s education and saving money for treatment. But Yuan was determined. “I must go to school or I will be absolutely useless,” he said. So Xie made a promise to herself: “I will never let my son drop out.” To her relief, Yuan was always willing to help her with farm work as much as he could. Yuan and his mother’s perseverance moved many people and also won the support of his teachers and classmates. “He never asked for more because of his disability,” one of Yuan’s teachers said, “His strong characteristics unconsciously encouraged me and the students.” Yuan’s stepfather also changed his attitude after seeing Yuan’s persistence and aspiration to study and gain knowledge. “I never complain to him, it is a loss that they didn’t get the chance to read,” Yuan said.
Through his own efforts, Yuan scored 670 in the college entrance exam. The Southwestern University said they will arrange a job for Xie, so she can better take care of her son while he is at university.
30．What does the underlined word “blurred” in Paragraph 1 mean
A．Covered. B．Blocked. C．Indistinct. D．Invisible.
31．Which of the following best describes Yuan
A．Adaptable and indecisive. B．Persistent and sensitive.
C．Delicate and hard-working. D．Diligent and considerate.
32．What can we infer from the passage
A．Yuan’s condition improved with long-term medication.
B．Yuan always has a positive impact on the people around.
C．Diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, Yuan was paralyzed.
D．Yuan and his brother both had the same disease, but only he recovered.
33．Which of the following is the best title for this passage
A．An Unlucky Man’s Lucky Life
B．A Rural Student’s Journey to Education
C．A Young Man Who Received Help Is Grateful
D．A Young Man in a Wheelchair Is Admitted to University、
【答案】30．C 31．B 32．B 33．D
【导语】这是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了身残志坚的袁秋勇于克服困难考上西南大学的感人故事。
30．词义猜测题。根据第一段的“When Yuan Qiu received his admission letter from Southwestern University, he smiled broadly from the wheelchair he’s used for five years. Then he turned to his mother, Xie Xianlian, and saw she quickly wiped tears away, pretending her eyes were blurred by sand. (当袁秋收到西南大学的录取通知书时，坐在轮椅上坐了五年的他笑得很开心。然后他转向他的母亲谢显莲，看到她迅速擦去眼泪，假装她的眼睛被沙子……了。)”可知，母亲擦眼泪时不想让儿子看见，因此她假装眼睛被沙子“模糊”了，则indistinct(模糊的，不清楚的)可以解释划线词，故选C。
31．推理判断题。根据第三段的“At first, his mother hesitated between continuing Yuan’s education and saving money for treatment. But Yuan was determined. “I must go to school or I will be absolutely useless,” he said. (起初，他的母亲在继续袁的教育和存钱治疗之间犹豫不决。但是袁是坚定的。他说：“我必须去上学，否则我就毫无用处了。”) ”以及下文“ To her relief, Yuan was always willing to help her with farm work as much as he could. (令她宽慰的是，袁总是愿意尽可能多地帮助她做农活。)”可知，袁秋在身体残疾的情况下坚持上学，看得出他的意志力是坚定的，并且主动帮助妈妈可知他也是一个体贴的人，故选B。
32．推理判断题。根据第三段的“So Xie made a promise to herself: “I will never let my son drop out.” To her relief, Yuan was always willing to help her with farm work as much as he could. Yuan and his mother’s perseverance moved many people and also won the support of his teachers and classmates. “He never asked for more because of his disability,” one of Yuan’s teachers said, “His strong characteristics unconsciously encouraged me and the students.” Yuan’s stepfather also changed his attitude after seeing Yuan’s persistence and aspiration to study and gain knowledge. “I never complain to him, it is a loss that they didn’t get the chance to read,” Yuan said. (于是，谢向自己承诺：“我永远不会让儿子辍学。”令她宽慰的是，袁总是愿意尽可能多地帮助她做农活。袁和他母亲的坚持感动了很多人，也赢得了老师和同学的支持。袁的一位老师说，“他从来没有因为残疾而要求更多，他坚强的性格在不知不觉中鼓励了我和学生”。袁的继父也在看到袁对学习和知识的执着和渴望后改变了态度。袁说，“我从来没有向他抱怨过，他们没有机会读书是一种损失”。)”可知，袁秋让妈妈看到了希望，让老师和同学备受鼓舞，让继父改变了对他的态度，因此，袁秋对周围的人产生了积极的影响，故选B。
33．主旨大意题。通读全文，结合第一段的“When Yuan Qiu received his admission letter from Southwestern University, he smiled broadly from the wheelchair he’s used for five years. (当袁秋收到西南大学的录取通知书时，坐在轮椅上坐了五年的他笑得很开心。)”可知，文章主要讲述的是袁秋虽然身体残疾，但他勇于克服困难，最后成功考上了西南大学的感人故事。故选D。专题01 阅读理解应用文&新闻报道
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2.（2024·湖南长沙·统考一模）Rich in culture and rooted in tradition, winter in Budapest here not only feels like a fairytale, it looks like one, too. Here are four top things to do in Budapest during the winter.
● City Park Ice Rink (滑冰场)
Budapest’s City Park Ice Rink is by far the most famous skating destination in the region. Skaters flooded to the rink each winter between late November and mid February. First opened in 1870, this ice rink is one of the oldest and largest in Europe. It’s filled up with water during the summer months. It serves as a boating lake for tourists looking to bike around while bathing in the sun.
● Spas and thermal baths
Budapest is quite rightly nicknamed the “City of Spas”. The baths of here are astonishingly beautiful, which are famous for their relaxing and medicinal benefits Taking a dip in the famous baths during winter is an experience like no other. Jumping from one indoor pool to the outside bathing area is a memorable and pleasurable experience.
● Hungarian State Opera House
The Hungarian State Opera House is closed for renovations (翻新). However, visitors can still see parts of it via (通过) guided tours. The Hungarian State Opera House, which was completed in 1884, remains exactly the same as that when it was constructed. Each year thousands of visitors arrived in Budapest to take in the sheer (十足的) beauty of the opera house, while the lucky ones are able to secure a ticket for a show.
● Andrassy Avenue and Fashion Street
Shopping in Budapest during winter is a magical experience. Andrassy Avenue and Fashion Street are two of its most popular tourist destinations at any time of year. Covered with thousands of lights, the tree-lined avenue comes to life during the winter months, offering up many attractions. The shops here are usually open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the winter months.
4．What does City Park Ice Rink act as in summer
A．A relaxing pool. B．A boating lake.
C．A thermal bath. D．A fashion street.
5．What can visitors do in Hungarian State Opera House if they have a ticket
A．Enjoy a show. B．Take a swim.
C．Have a guided tour. D．Perform an opera.
6．What brings life to the tree-lined avenue during the winter months
A．Tourist center. B．Opera house. C．Lights. D．Shops.
3.（2024·河北石家庄·校联考三模）Here are the books that often appear on high-school reading lists for 12th-grade students, and are often discussed in greater depth in college literature courses. The books on this list are important introductions to world literature.
The Seagull
By Anton Chekhov
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The book is a scene-of-life read set in the Russian countryside at the end of the 19th century. All characters are dissatisfied with their lives. Some want love. Some want success.No one, however, ever seems to get happiness. Some people view The Seagull as a tragic (悲剧的) play about always unhappy people. Others see it as a humorous and bitter book,making fun of humans’ foolishness.
Candide
By Voltaire
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Voltaire offers his view of society in Candide. The book was published in 1759, and it is often considered the author’s most important work. A simple-minded young man, Candide is sure his world is the best of all worlds, but a trip around the world opens his eyes about what he believes to be true.
Jane Eyre
By Charlotte Bronte
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Charlotte Bronte’s heroine was one of the first in English literature to serve as first-person narrator(讲述者) of her own life story. Jane falls in love with a rich man, Rochester,but on her own terms, and only after he has proven himself worthy of her.
The Bluest Eye
By Toni Morrison
Price:$28.6
It tells a story of Pecola Breedlove, a young African American girl who dreams of having blue eyes-a sign of acceptance in a world ruled by white conceptions of beauty.
7．What is special about The Seagull
A．People have different ideas about it.
B．Characters in it are happy with their life.
C．All characters make their dreams true finally.
D．It tells the life in America at the end of the 19th century.
8．What changes Candide’s idea about a wonderful world
A．The bad luck he met in life. B．A book he read accidentally.
C．A journey around the world. D．A dream he had at night.
9．Which would you choose if you want to read a girl dreaming of becoming beautiful
A．The Seagull. B．Candide.
C．Jane Eyre. D．The Bluest Eye.
4.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）The Olympic Museum’s educational programs are now free!
As of 1 January 2023, our educational programs are free! Teachers can tailor their visits to their own needs and interests, choosing between self- guided tours, guided tours and workshops, with online educational resources also available.
Here is all the practical information you need to organize your visit. In order to make a reservation, please fill in the pre-reservation form. This form is a must for all types of visits. There are four ways to visit the Museum with your class:
●Guided tour: Visit the permanent exhibition accompanied by one of our activity leaders.
Duration: 90 minutes
●Workshop + guided tour: Themed tour of the exhibition (permanent or temporary depending on the topic) and workshop in the Gym or Studio, all accompanied by an activity lender.
Duration: 2×45 minutes
●Workshop + independent visit (optional): Accompanied by an activity leader, make the most of a themed workshop and extend your Olympic experience by visiting the exhibitions independently.
Duration: 45 minutes for the workshop, unlimited for an independent visit
●Independent visit: Access to all exhibition areas except educational areas.
Duration: unlimited
Practical Information
Self-guided visitors in groups with a reservation will be given priority at the entrance. If the exhibitions are too crowded, we may not be able to give you the privilege.
Safety distances between adults and students/ children must be respected.
Rates
All our educational programs are free of charge for those under the age of 16.
●Children up to the age of 15: free
●Students aged 16 and over & adults: $ 14
●Accompanying adult (1 for 1-10 students, 2 for 11-20 students, etc.): free
10．What can a teacher do when planning a visit to the museum for the students
A．Tailor a guided tour for unlimited lime.
B．Make a reservation without filling out a form.
C．Choose an independent tour in educational areas.
D．Design a self-guided tour with a 45-minute workshop.
11．Visitors have priority access to the Museum when .
A．the exhibitions are too jammed
B．they are in a guided tour group
C．safely distances between people are respected
D．reservations are made for their self-guided groups
12．What is the cost for three teachers to take 17 students aged 15, and 2 aged 16 for a tour
A．$14. B．$28. C．$42. D．$56.
5.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays.
Unique beaches
Yonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyakojima, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock, is tucked away in a small cove, and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees.
Diverse and colorful fish
Snorkeling is a must-try in Miyakojima. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features. For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Waiwal Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots.
Scuba diving
Miyako Island is a diving mecca, with a wealth of dive sites to explore, including many underwater caves and caverns. Even those without a diving license need not be held hack. Dive shops and tour operators also offer tours for beginners to explore Miyako Island’s abundant underwater environment.
Fresh island food
Delight your senses with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Miyako beef, delicious Miyako soba (noodles served in broth), or fresh fruit. Okinawa prefecture boasts the highest mango yield in Japan, and Miyako Island’s warm subtropical climate is optimal for growing fresh, juicy mangoes.
13．Where is the text probably taken from
A．A travel report. B．A travel guide.
C．A diary. D．A text book.
14．What is a suitable spot to snorkel for beginners
A．Miyako Island. B．Waiwai Beach.
C．Shigira. D．Sunayama Beach.
15．What contributes to the delicious taste of mangoes grown in Miyako Island
A．White sand. B．Blue ocean.
C．Enough rainwater. D．Warm climate.
6.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）Where the Wild Things are
Durban, a great all-round destination in South Africa,is home to some of South Africa’s most diverse wildlife. There you can see an impressive array of wild animals in the flesh, from lions, leopards and elephants to endangered species.Durban KZN is now just a direct British Airways flight away—take a look at some of its most unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park
Start north of Durban at one of South Africa’s most celebrated national parks. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi really comes alive during the winter months, when many animals congregate(聚集)at the water sources.Both the Black uMfolozi and White uMfolozi rivers flow through here, and it’s your best chance to see the Big Five all in one place lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos, both black and white. Guided morning walks can be booked ahead for an astonishingly reasonable E12-f15.
Kosi Bay
It is an appealing complex of coastal lakes and an estuary(河口)with a peaceful, unspoiled atmosphere. The lake system in particular is home to a wide range of creatures, such as hippos, flamingos, crocodiles and Zambezi sharks(common bull sharks).You’ll also find more than 250 bird species here,including the rare palm-nut vultures.
Sodwana Bay
The three-mile Mgobozeleni Trail in Sodwana Bay presents excellent opportunities for bird watching, taking you through picturesque coastal forest and grassland.Deep-sea fishing is also popular here, but to really make the most of Sodwana you have to try the snorkelling(带呼吸管潜水). Come outside of the summer holidays to avoid the rush and you’ll be rewarded with enchanting, technicolour undersea life.
uMkhuze Game Reserve
At this point, you might be thinking, ‘Well, this is all well and good, but where are the hyenas ’That itch can be(metaphorically)scratched at uMkhuze, where the screeching beasts congregate in the dense scrubland, along with rhinos and elephants. This reserve is also home to more than 400 bird species.Again, guided walks can be booked in advance for 10.
16．Birds are pointed out in the places EXCEPT_____
A．Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park B．Kosi Bay
C．Sodwana Bay D．uMkhuze Game Reserve
17．If tourists want to visit Sodwana Bay, which season is said to be avoided
A．Spring. B．Summer. C．Fall. D．Winter.
18．Guided walks in uMkhuze Game Reserve is worth_____
A． 12 B． 13 C． 15 D． 10
7.（2024·山东·高三专题练习）At the time of year when the sun’s daily appearance is often short-lived, the following warm places in Washington State are your first choice.
Alderbrook Resort & Spa
Less than a two-hour drive from Seattle, located on the edge of the Hood Canal, a nature-filled retreat (休养处) is waving. Seals slide along the waters of the Alderbrook dock (码头), playing a game of “Go Fish” with dive-bombing seabirds. As you sit on the shaking dock just minutes after arrival, you are already in a quieter world.
Suncadia Resort
A mountain escape awaits just over the pass on I-90, about 80 miles east of Seattle. The resort’s annual Winterfest lasts through January 2, full of holiday celebrations and winter recreation, from cross-county skiing and snow mobile tours to ice skating and snowshoe tours.
Willows Lodge
Twenty miles from Seattle, this luxury lodge is nestled into the centre of Woodinville Wine Country. Situated on five landscaped acres that border the Sammamish River, the Northwest-style lodge is within walking distance of more than 35 tasting rooms. When you step into the lodge, fire crackles and hot apple rolls welcome your arrival with a celebratory air.
Seattle-area Retreats
Salish Lodge & Spa is a scenic 30-minute drive from Seattle, bringing you to a lodge integrating Old World atmosphere and modern elegance. Get out to enjoy the surrounding nature, hiking near the rushing 270-foot-tall Snoqualmie Falls or trying activities like fly fishing and snowshoeing. Head to North Bend for a slice of Twede’s Cafe strawberry pie.
19．Where can you get the leisure from sea life
A．Seattle-area Retreats. B．Suncadia Resort.
C．Alderbrook Resort & Spa. D．Willows Lodge.
20．What can you enjoy at Suncadia Resort
A．Performances of animals. B．A month-long festival.
C．An exhibition of snowshoes. D．Amusements with snow.
21．What do Willows Lodge and Seattle-area Retreats have in common
A．They feature wine tasting.
B．They focus on outdoor activities.
C．They serve food made from fruits.
D．They combine the ancient and modern trends.
8.（2024上·山东聊城·高三统考期末）This story is part of Nature’s 10, an annual list produced by the world’s leading science journal Nature, exploring individuals who contributed to the key developments in science. On the 2023 list published, the journal included a non-human entity — ChatGPT, for the first time.
ChatGPT and related software can help to brainstorm ideas, enhance scientific search engines and identify research gaps in the literature, says Marinka Zitnik, who works on AI for medical research at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Models trained in similar ways on scientific data could help to build AI systems that can guide research, perhaps by designing new molecules or simulating cell behaviour, Zitnik adds.
But why include a computer program in a list of people who have shaped science in 2023 ChatGPT is not a person. But actually, it and other generative artificial-intelligence (AI) programs are changing how scientists work. They have also rekindled debates about the limits of AI, the nature of human intelligence and how best to regulate the interaction between the two. That’s why this year’s Nature’s 10 has a non-human addition.
Interestingly, Nature’s list also includes one of its creators. Ilya Sutskever, the chief scientist and cofounder of OpenAI, the organization that created ChatGPT, is one of the minds at the forefront of generative artificial intelligence. He saw this company as an opportunity to develop general artificial intelligence that could outperform humans and develop its own consciousness.
Sutskever believes that artificial intelligence’s potential is too great for models to be available to anyone who wants to use them, and he was among the first to realize that the systems that scientists like his mentor, Geoffrey Hinton, had begun to develop would begin to show their actual capabilities as computing power increased. In recent months, he devoted his efforts toward creating a method to direct and control artificial intelligence systems that are more intelligent than humans.
22．Which of the following is true about Nature’s 10 according to the passage
A．Nature’s 10 is celebrating the development of science technology.
B．Only human beings were elected as Nature’s 10 before.
C．Nature’s 10 was started in 2023 for the first time.
D．It was awarded by the local government yearly.
23．What is the second paragraph about
A．Experts’ opinions on ChatGPT.
B．How ChatGPT functions.
C．The application of ChatGPT in science research.
D．The promotion of ChatGPT.
24．What does the underlined word rekindled in paragraph 3 mean
A．Settled. B．Restarted. C．Participated. D．Launched.
25．Which of the following can best describe Ilya Sutskever’s attitude towards ChatGPT
A．Confident and cautious. B．Proud and concerned.
C．Objective and doubtful. D．Enthusiastic and warning.
9.（2024上·山东聊城·高三统考期末）The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre has recently “rediscovered” an ancient shark skeleton that has been sitting in the museum’s collection for nearly 50 years. Could this shark be a part of a newly discovered ancient shark species
This fossil’s original discovery was in 1975 on a farm just west of Morden, Manitoba. The skeleton was brought into the museum and was forgotten within the ever-growing fossil collection. The skeleton was hidden in the collections room for over 40 years and the center just recently found the fossil in its storage around eight years ago.
Adolfo Cuertara, the director of the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre, explained that “It’s a very special shark for many reasons. It’s highly possible that we are talking about a new species.” Although the shark has not been given a scientific name yet, the museum has unofficially named the skeleton, “Dave”, in honor of the farmer on whose land the skeleton was found.
After the fossil rediscovery, Dave was exhibited at the fossil center museum. Dave is around 15 feet long and is one of the largest well-preserved shark skeletons in the entire world. Within the paleontology (古生物学) world, complete shark fossils are extremely rare due to their soft cartilage (软骨结构) which disintegrates as they age. Dave’s shark species are filter feeders with no teeth, who receive their nutrition by absorbing it out of the water. Cuertara emphasizes Dave’s uniqueness by explaining, “The shape of the jaws and the skull and the kind of structures that it has, because the preservation is really amazing, is telling us that it is probably going to be a new species. The problem is now we need scientific papers and scientific research and this paper is underway.”
The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre is hopeful that more scientific research will provide more information on Dave’s ancient shark species. For now, Dave is currently on display at the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre and the museum has the exhibit up to date with their current information.
26．Where probably could you find this article
A．Science textbook of college.
B．Advertising brochure of museum.
C．Discovery column of magazine.
D．Bulletin board of animal world.
27．What does the underlined word “disintegrates” mean in the fourth paragraph
A．Die away. B．Break down. C．Build up. D．Lie down.
28．What evidence made scientists believe Dave is a new shark species
A．The structure of skull and jaw.
B．The preservation of jaw and the skull.
C．The uniqueness of no teeth structure.
D．The rare soft cartilage.
29．What is the main idea of the text
A．Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre displays Dave ancient shark species.
B．Dave’s shark species is a new species of ancient shark.
C．Canadian Museum rediscovers a new ancient shark species.
D．Dave’s shark skeleton is in honor of the farmer who rediscovered it.
10.（2024上·山东·高三统考期末）When Yuan Qiu received his admission letter from Southwestern University, he smiled broadly from the wheelchair he’s used for five years. Then he turned to his mother, Xie Xianlian, and saw she quickly wiped tears away, pretending her eyes were blurred by sand.
The 18-year-old young man is from a poor, rural family in Chongqing. His father died of lung cancer when he was a child. Yuan was diagnosed with progressive muscular dystrophy (肌肉萎缩症) when he was three years old. His older brother, who was paralyzed (瘫痪), died of the same disease at the age of 22. After long-term medication, Yuan decided to stop taking the medicine due to its high cost and there was no sign his health was getting better. The condition worsened as Yuan grew older. He could only walk slowly on flat ground and relied on others to carry him up and down stairs. When he was 14 years old, he could no longer stand up and had to use a wheelchair.
At first, his mother hesitated between continuing Yuan’s education and saving money for treatment. But Yuan was determined. “I must go to school or I will be absolutely useless,” he said. So Xie made a promise to herself: “I will never let my son drop out.” To her relief, Yuan was always willing to help her with farm work as much as he could. Yuan and his mother’s perseverance moved many people and also won the support of his teachers and classmates. “He never asked for more because of his disability,” one of Yuan’s teachers said, “His strong characteristics unconsciously encouraged me and the students.” Yuan’s stepfather also changed his attitude after seeing Yuan’s persistence and aspiration to study and gain knowledge. “I never complain to him, it is a loss that they didn’t get the chance to read,” Yuan said.
Through his own efforts, Yuan scored 670 in the college entrance exam. The Southwestern University said they will arrange a job for Xie, so she can better take care of her son while he is at university.
30．What does the underlined word “blurred” in Paragraph 1 mean
A．Covered. B．Blocked. C．Indistinct. D．Invisible.
31．Which of the following best describes Yuan
A．Adaptable and indecisive. B．Persistent and sensitive.
C．Delicate and hard-working. D．Diligent and considerate.
32．What can we infer from the passage
A．Yuan’s condition improved with long-term medication.
B．Yuan always has a positive impact on the people around.
C．Diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, Yuan was paralyzed.
D．Yuan and his brother both had the same disease, but only he recovered.
33．Which of the following is the best title for this passage
A．An Unlucky Man’s Lucky Life
B．A Rural Student’s Journey to Education
C．A Young Man Who Received Help Is Grateful
D．A Young Man in a Wheelchair Is Admitted to University、
