2024届高三下学期英语培优外刊阅读学案 微软话题（含答案）
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高三英语培优外刊阅读
班级：____________学号：____________姓名：____________
外刊精选｜市值超越苹果重回全球第一，微软做对了什么？
近日，全球两大科技巨头——微软和苹果，再次爆发“美股一哥”之争。当地时间1月12日，微软市值超过苹果，重新成为全球市值最高的公司。微软于1998年首次夺得全球市值最高公司宝座。2010年，凭借iPhone手机的热销，苹果市值首次超过微软，并且在这之后一路狂飙，成为了全球市值最高的公司。在过去十多年里，苹果一直被视为美股无可争议的王者。微软此次市值反超苹果主要靠的是什么？为什么这是一件值得普通人关注的大事？
Microsoft Tops Apple to Become Most Valuable Public Company
By Tripp Mickle and Karen Weise
For more than a decade, Apple was the stock market's undisputed king. But a transfer of power has begun. Microsoft surpassed Apple, claiming the crown after its market value surged by more than $1 trillion over the past year.
The change is part of a reordering of the stock market that was set in motion by the advent of generative artificial intelligence. The technology, has been heralded for its potential to disrupt businesses and create trillions of dollars in economic value.
Microsoft has not led a technology transition since the personal computing era, when its Windows operating system dominated sales. It was late to the internet, mobile phone and social media.
When Satya Nadella became Microsoft's chief executive in 2014, the company was floundering. He refocused it on the growing cloud computing business, turning it into a strong challenger to Amazon, the pioneer in the field. Then Mr. Nadella pushed the company forward again, making an aggressive bet on generative A.I.
While Microsoft and others have been building new generative A.I. businesses, Apple has been absent from the conversation. During a call with analysts last year, Mr. Cook said Apple had work "going on" connected to A.I., but he declined to elaborate. Apple has been focused on the release of an augmented reality headset, the Vision Pro. The device, which will ship Feb. 2, is the first major new product category that the company has released since the Apple Watch in 2014.
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.top英 [t p] 美 [tɑ p] v. _____________________________
2.undisputed英 [ nd spju t d] 美 [ nd spju t d] adj. _____________________________
3.advent英 [ dvent] 美 [ dvent] n. _____________________________
4.herald英 [ herld] 美 [ herld] v. _____________________________
5.flounder英 [ fla nd ] 美 [ fla nd r] v. _____________________________
6.pioneer英 [ pa n ] 美 [ pa n r] n. _____________________________
7.elaborate英 [i l b re t] 美 [i l b re t] v. _____________________________
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1._____________________________（股票交易所）上市公司
2._____________________________ 私营公司
3._____________________________ 无可争议的王
4._____________________________权力转移，格局调整
5._____________________________取得领先地位；主张或者要求自己应该得到的东西
6._____________________________向商家索要八折折扣
7._____________________________某个因素引发/启动了一个事件
8._____________________________预示一个新时代
9._____________________________颠覆商业模式
10._____________________________大胆“押宝”，投资……领域（存在风险）
11._____________________________没能参与……行业动向，没有参与……大的潮流
12._____________________________手头有工作在进行中
拓展练习阅读理解
Whistler Travel Guide
Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes and inviting restaurants — Whistler’s offerings suit every season.Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snow board competitions and festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travelers can enjoy the local museums and art galleries filled within formative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttlebuses from Whistler Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.What you need to know
●Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you’re driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or come with a reliable SUV.
●Snowslides are likely to occur on Backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this off-the-map area.
●Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
12.What are active travelers recommended to do in Whistler
A.Bike up the mountains. B.Host ski competitions.
C.Go shopping at the malls. D.Visit museum exhibitions.
13.Which of the following is the most popular among travelers
A.Whistler Village. B.Lost Lake Park. C.The Marketplace. D.Whistler Train Wreck.
14.What are travelers prohibited from doing in Whistler
A.Driving a rented SUV. B.Feeding grizzly bears.
C.Exploring the wilderness. D.Skiing on Backcountry routes.
外刊精选答案
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.top英 [t p] 美 [tɑ p] v. 超过；为……之首
2.undisputed英 [ nd spju t d] 美 [ nd spju t d] adj. 无可争议的，公认的
3.advent英 [ dvent] 美 [ dvent] n. 出现
4.herald英 [ herld] 美 [ herld] v. 预示，预告；（本文）备受关注
5.flounder英 [ fla nd ] 美 [ fla nd r] v. 处于困难或者混乱，无法有效发展
6.pioneer英 [ pa n ] 美 [ pa n r] n. 行业先驱
7.elaborate英 [i l b re t] 美 [i l b re t] v. 提供更多更详细的信息来解释说明
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1.public company（股票交易所）上市公司
2.private company 私营公司
3.undisputed king 无可争议的王
4.transfer of power权力转移，格局调整
5.claim the crown取得领先地位；主张或者要求自己应该得到的东西
6.claim your 20% discount 向商家索要八折折扣
7.be set in motion by …某个因素引发/启动了一个事件
8.herald a new era 预示一个新时代
9.disrupt business颠覆商业模式
10.make an aggressive bet on ...大胆“押宝”，投资……领域（存在风险）
11.be absent from the conversation没能参与……行业动向，没有参与……大的潮流
12.have work going on connected to .../regarding ...手头有工作在进行中
【全文翻译】
微软超越苹果成为最有价值的上市公司
十多年来，苹果一直是股票市场上无可争议的王者。但是，权力的转移已经开始。在过去一年中，微软的市值激增超过1万亿美元，超过苹果，夺得王冠。
这种变化是股市结构调整的一部分，背后推动因素是生成式AI的问世。这一技术有潜力对商业产生颠覆性影响以及创造数万亿美元的经济价值，因此受到了广泛关注。
微软的Windows操作系统在个人电脑时代占据了市场主导地位，然而自此之后，微软再未引领过技术转型。在互联网、手机和社交媒体领域，微软都姗姗来迟。
萨蒂亚·纳德拉（Satya Nadella）2014年出任微软首席执行官时，公司正处于困境之中。他将公司重心转移到不断增长的云计算业务上，使微软成为该领域先锋公司亚马逊的有力挑战者。随后，纳德拉再次推动公司前进，在生成式AI领域大力投入。
在微软和其他公司不断发展生成式AI新业务之时，苹果却始终缺位。在去年与分析师的一次通话中，库克（Mr. Cook）表示苹果“正在进行”与人工智能有关的工作，但他拒绝详细说明。苹果一直专注于推出增强现实头显“Vision Pro”。该设备将于2月2日发售，是苹果公司自2014年推出“苹果手表”以来，发布的首个重要新品类别。（译者注：库克为苹果公司首席执行官。）
拓展练习阅读理解参考答案
12.A 13.D 14.B
班级：____________学号：____________姓名：____________
外刊精选｜市值超越苹果重回全球第一，微软做对了什么？
近日，全球两大科技巨头——微软和苹果，再次爆发“美股一哥”之争。当地时间1月12日，微软市值超过苹果，重新成为全球市值最高的公司。微软于1998年首次夺得全球市值最高公司宝座。2010年，凭借iPhone手机的热销，苹果市值首次超过微软，并且在这之后一路狂飙，成为了全球市值最高的公司。在过去十多年里，苹果一直被视为美股无可争议的王者。微软此次市值反超苹果主要靠的是什么？为什么这是一件值得普通人关注的大事？
Microsoft Tops Apple to Become Most Valuable Public Company
By Tripp Mickle and Karen Weise
For more than a decade, Apple was the stock market's undisputed king. But a transfer of power has begun. Microsoft surpassed Apple, claiming the crown after its market value surged by more than $1 trillion over the past year.
The change is part of a reordering of the stock market that was set in motion by the advent of generative artificial intelligence. The technology, has been heralded for its potential to disrupt businesses and create trillions of dollars in economic value.
Microsoft has not led a technology transition since the personal computing era, when its Windows operating system dominated sales. It was late to the internet, mobile phone and social media.
When Satya Nadella became Microsoft's chief executive in 2014, the company was floundering. He refocused it on the growing cloud computing business, turning it into a strong challenger to Amazon, the pioneer in the field. Then Mr. Nadella pushed the company forward again, making an aggressive bet on generative A.I.
While Microsoft and others have been building new generative A.I. businesses, Apple has been absent from the conversation. During a call with analysts last year, Mr. Cook said Apple had work "going on" connected to A.I., but he declined to elaborate. Apple has been focused on the release of an augmented reality headset, the Vision Pro. The device, which will ship Feb. 2, is the first major new product category that the company has released since the Apple Watch in 2014.
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.top英 [t p] 美 [tɑ p] v. _____________________________
2.undisputed英 [ nd spju t d] 美 [ nd spju t d] adj. _____________________________
3.advent英 [ dvent] 美 [ dvent] n. _____________________________
4.herald英 [ herld] 美 [ herld] v. _____________________________
5.flounder英 [ fla nd ] 美 [ fla nd r] v. _____________________________
6.pioneer英 [ pa n ] 美 [ pa n r] n. _____________________________
7.elaborate英 [i l b re t] 美 [i l b re t] v. _____________________________
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1._____________________________（股票交易所）上市公司
2._____________________________ 私营公司
3._____________________________ 无可争议的王
4._____________________________权力转移，格局调整
5._____________________________取得领先地位；主张或者要求自己应该得到的东西
6._____________________________向商家索要八折折扣
7._____________________________某个因素引发/启动了一个事件
8._____________________________预示一个新时代
9._____________________________颠覆商业模式
10._____________________________大胆“押宝”，投资……领域（存在风险）
11._____________________________没能参与……行业动向，没有参与……大的潮流
12._____________________________手头有工作在进行中
拓展练习阅读理解
Whistler Travel Guide
Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes and inviting restaurants — Whistler’s offerings suit every season.Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snow board competitions and festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travelers can enjoy the local museums and art galleries filled within formative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttlebuses from Whistler Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot of cash on a cab.What you need to know
●Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you’re driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or come with a reliable SUV.
●Snowslides are likely to occur on Backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this off-the-map area.
●Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
12.What are active travelers recommended to do in Whistler
A.Bike up the mountains. B.Host ski competitions.
C.Go shopping at the malls. D.Visit museum exhibitions.
13.Which of the following is the most popular among travelers
A.Whistler Village. B.Lost Lake Park. C.The Marketplace. D.Whistler Train Wreck.
14.What are travelers prohibited from doing in Whistler
A.Driving a rented SUV. B.Feeding grizzly bears.
C.Exploring the wilderness. D.Skiing on Backcountry routes.
外刊精选答案
【词汇过关】
请写出下面文单词在文章中的中文意思。
1.top英 [t p] 美 [tɑ p] v. 超过；为……之首
2.undisputed英 [ nd spju t d] 美 [ nd spju t d] adj. 无可争议的，公认的
3.advent英 [ dvent] 美 [ dvent] n. 出现
4.herald英 [ herld] 美 [ herld] v. 预示，预告；（本文）备受关注
5.flounder英 [ fla nd ] 美 [ fla nd r] v. 处于困难或者混乱，无法有效发展
6.pioneer英 [ pa n ] 美 [ pa n r] n. 行业先驱
7.elaborate英 [i l b re t] 美 [i l b re t] v. 提供更多更详细的信息来解释说明
【词块学习】
请从文章中找到下面中文相对应的文词块。
1.public company（股票交易所）上市公司
2.private company 私营公司
3.undisputed king 无可争议的王
4.transfer of power权力转移，格局调整
5.claim the crown取得领先地位；主张或者要求自己应该得到的东西
6.claim your 20% discount 向商家索要八折折扣
7.be set in motion by …某个因素引发/启动了一个事件
8.herald a new era 预示一个新时代
9.disrupt business颠覆商业模式
10.make an aggressive bet on ...大胆“押宝”，投资……领域（存在风险）
11.be absent from the conversation没能参与……行业动向，没有参与……大的潮流
12.have work going on connected to .../regarding ...手头有工作在进行中
【全文翻译】
微软超越苹果成为最有价值的上市公司
十多年来，苹果一直是股票市场上无可争议的王者。但是，权力的转移已经开始。在过去一年中，微软的市值激增超过1万亿美元，超过苹果，夺得王冠。
这种变化是股市结构调整的一部分，背后推动因素是生成式AI的问世。这一技术有潜力对商业产生颠覆性影响以及创造数万亿美元的经济价值，因此受到了广泛关注。
微软的Windows操作系统在个人电脑时代占据了市场主导地位，然而自此之后，微软再未引领过技术转型。在互联网、手机和社交媒体领域，微软都姗姗来迟。
萨蒂亚·纳德拉（Satya Nadella）2014年出任微软首席执行官时，公司正处于困境之中。他将公司重心转移到不断增长的云计算业务上，使微软成为该领域先锋公司亚马逊的有力挑战者。随后，纳德拉再次推动公司前进，在生成式AI领域大力投入。
在微软和其他公司不断发展生成式AI新业务之时，苹果却始终缺位。在去年与分析师的一次通话中，库克（Mr. Cook）表示苹果“正在进行”与人工智能有关的工作，但他拒绝详细说明。苹果一直专注于推出增强现实头显“Vision Pro”。该设备将于2月2日发售，是苹果公司自2014年推出“苹果手表”以来，发布的首个重要新品类别。（译者注：库克为苹果公司首席执行官。）
拓展练习阅读理解参考答案
12.A 13.D 14.B