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Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
(2025·东北三省三校联考)
Researchers in China have developed a robotic chemist powered by AI that might be able to obtain oxygen from water on Mars.The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化剂) that break down water, releasing oxygen.
“If you think about the challenge of going to Mars, you have to work with local material，” says Andy Cooper, a chemist at the University of Liverpool.“So I can see the logic behind it.”
The study was led by Jiang Jun at the University of Science and Technology of China.Jiang and his team used a mobile machine, the size of a refrigerator, with a robotic arm to analyze five meteorites (陨石) that had come from Mars.The team's goal was to investigate whether the machine could produce useful catalysts from the material.
The AI-powered system used some chemicals to dissolve (使溶解) and separate the material, and then analyzed the resulting substances that consist of two or more elements.These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae (公式) for a chemical that could break down water—known to exist as ice at Mars' poles and under the planet's surface—a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.The result was a catalyst that could release oxygen from water, with the potential for use on a future Mars mission.
If a catalyst that can produce oxygen from water can be made on Mars, this would remove the need for missions to carry such a catalyst from Earth.Jiang says that for every square meter of Martian material, his group's system could make nearly 60 grams of oxygen per hour, potentially removing the need for astronauts on future missions to the planet to carry oxygen from Earth to use when they get there.“The robot can work continuously for years，” says Jiang.
Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.“Different chemicals can be made by this robot，” he says.And Mars isn't the only place where it could be used.“Maybe lunar soil is another direction，” Jiang says.
语篇导读：本文介绍了一种由人工智能驱动的机器人化学家可以利用火星上的材料生产催化剂，进而从水中分解出氧气，这一发明对人类探索火星具有重大意义。
1．What can we learn about the study？
A．A chemist with a robotic arm is involved.
B．Researchers aim to purify the water on Mars.
C．Oxygen is of vital importance in space travels.
D．Materials from Mars are analyzed to produce catalysts.
解析：D 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化剂) that break down water, releasing oxygen.”可知，机器人利用在火星上找到的材料来生产催化剂，将水分解后释放出氧气。故选D。
2．What is Andy Cooper's attitude towards the study？
A．Approving. B．Unclear.
C．Dismissive. D．Doubtful.
解析：A 推理判断题。根据第二段中的“So I can see the logic behind it.”可知，安迪·库珀提到了就地取材背后的逻辑，表明他认可这项研究的方向，由此可推知，他对该研究持赞同态度。故选A。
3．What's the major advantage of the AI-powered system in the study？
A．Precise calculation. B．Integration of materials.
C．High-speed operation. D．Flexibility of movement.
解析：C 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae for a chemical...a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.”可知，人工智能系统能够在短时间内完成对超过370万个化学公式的搜索，这一过程如果由人类研究员来完成，将需要2,000年的时间，由此可推知人工智能驱动的系统在运行速度上有显著的优势。故选C。
4．According to Jiang, which of the following is correct？
A．The robot can stand endless working time.
B．Martian catalysts can produce more oxygen.
C．The system can make 60 grams of oxygen per day.
D．The robotic chemist can be applied in a broader way.
解析：D 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.”及“‘Maybe lunar soil is another direction，’ Jiang says.”可知，机器人化学家有更广泛的应用前景。故选D。
B
(2025·武汉市部分学校调研)
You have probably heard of the Fermi Paradox(费米悖论)．Given the high probability that alien(外星人) life exists out there in the universe, why has nobody got in touch yet
Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening.It could be that we simply haven't sent out our own traceable signatures for aliens to find us yet.Or it could be that no aliens will ever make it to the point where they are able to make contact with other species.
In The Three-Body Problem, Liu Cixin's science fiction, he describes the universe as a dark forest, where each alien society is like a fearful, armed hunter cautiously moving forth.If that hunter finds other life, he is left with the safest course of action: to wipe out any other life forms before they can do the same to him.
Being fearful contributes to humans' development.Our caution may save our lives when facing a genuine threat.“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources，” says Seth Shostak, a senior astronomer.
Thankfully, the Dark Forest has lots of issues that are difficult to resolve—the most obvious being that it's extremely difficult to hide a technologically advanced world.“We've never given the slightest thought to turning off all the radars(雷达) and going completely silent because it might be dangerous，” says Shostak.
The forest theory also falls apart when you consider the true nature of the universe.“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast that the idea that they would feel the need to attack one another seems odd.Even if they fear each other, the expanse means that they wouldn't likely need to compete for the near-limitless resources，” says Shostak.
That doesn't necessarily mean that the Dark Forest theory is a nonstarter.Addressing the holes in the theory requires adding to the terror factor.Suppose that a technological civilization is going from star to star destroying any sign of life whenever planets with life or technology are found.We don't see them because they're not there.That's the really scary thing.
语篇导读：文章以费米悖论引出对科幻小说《三体》中描述的黑暗森林理论的探讨，说明了该理论存在的问题以及可行性。
5．What do we know about the Fermi Paradox？
A．It denies aliens' existence. B．It is studied thoroughly.
C．Its answers vary considerably. D．Its answers are similar.
解析：C 细节理解题。第一段引入费米悖论，即考虑到宇宙中存在外星生命的可能性很高，为什么我们还没有与他们取得联系呢？根据第二段首句“Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening”可知，对这个悖论的回答，从乐观的到令人极度害怕的都有，即回答大不相同。C项中的“vary considerably”与文中的“range from...to...”是同义转换。故选C。
6．What can be inferred from Shostak's words in Paragraph 4？
A．Fear is deadly.
B．Attacks are risky.
C．Fear dominates humans' development.
D．Attacks have survival value.
解析：D 推理判断题。根据第四段Shostak的话“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources”可知，Shostak认为，在竞争中采取主动，你可能在获得额外资源的同时，睡得更加安稳。由此可推知，Shostak认为主动攻击具有生存价值。D项中的“Attacks”与文中的“Take the initiative”是同义转换， “survival value”是对文中“sleep more securely while getting extra resources”的总结。故选D。
7．Which factor challenges the Dark Forest theory according to Shostak？
A．Aliens may not understand human culture.
B．The vastness of space makes conflicts less likely.
C．Advanced civilizations tend to compete for survival.
D．Competition for resources could become more serious.
解析：B 细节理解题。根据第六段Shostak的话可知，行星之间的距离可能如此之大，以至于他们会觉得需要相互攻击的想法似乎很奇怪。即使他们彼此害怕，广阔的空间也意味着他们不太可能需要为了几乎无限的资源而竞争。B项中的“The vastness of space”与文中的“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast”是同义转换，“less likely”与文中的“seems odd”以及“wouldn't likely need”是同义转换。故选B。
8．Why does the author make the assumption in the last paragraph？
A．To prove aliens are scary.
B．To find holes in the theory.
C．To add to horrible atmosphere.
D．To warn us of the potential threat.
解析：D 推理判断题。最后一段前两句说这并不一定意味着黑暗森林理论是不可能成功的，要弥补这个理论的漏洞，就需要增强恐怖因素。然后作者提出一个假设，即一个技术先进的文明正在从一个恒星到另一个恒星摧毁任何生命迹象，我们看不见他们，因为他们不在那里，这才是真正可怕的事情。由此可知，作者提出这个假设是为了佐证黑暗森林理论可能存在，即警告人们可能存在潜在的威胁。故选D。
Ⅱ.完形填空
(2024·苏锡常镇四市调研)
I've been working as a United Nations (U.N.)Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years.Before this, I was a pilot and I 1. my work.However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I 2. the United Nations.
The Central African Republic is a relatively small country.Since it got 3. from France in the 1960s, there have been many violent conflicts between the government and rebels(反叛者)．In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to 4. their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. 5. , the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6. in the country.
We peacekeepers 7. cities and villages to 8. that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine.We are a 9. that can keep people in conflict apart.
As a woman, I am particularly 10. as I can act as a role model for many women and girls in the country.When they see how others respect me, they feel that they also 11. to be respected and treated 12. .
My life is not 13. in any way! It's long hours in a very tough environment.I have basic 14. with just a bed in a shared room.Of course, being away from my family and friends is also very hard at times. However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15. .
语篇导读：本文讲述了作者从一名女飞行员转行做了联合国维和部队中的一员，作者在文中不仅描述了她的工作，也表达了对自己工作的骄傲之情。
1．A.hated B．enjoyed
C．guarded D．changed
解析：B 根据下文的“However”可知，作者应该是喜欢自己的飞行员工作的，但是她觉得帮助别人更加重要。enjoy意为“喜欢；享受”，符合语境。guard保卫，看守。故选B。
2．A.led up to B．looked up to
C．kept up with D．signed up with
解析：D 根据上文“I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble”可知，作者认为帮助那些陷入困境的无辜者是她的责任，所以作者加入了联合国维和部队并执行任务。sign up with 意为“和……签约”，符合语境。lead up to 导致；look up to 尊敬；keep up with 和……保持联系。故选D。
3．A.treatment B．technology
C．independence D．inspiration
解析：C 根据上下文和常识可知，中非共和国是一个相对较小的国家，自20世纪60年代从法国独立以来，政府和反叛者之间就矛盾不断。independence 意为“独立”，符合语境。treatment对待，治疗；technology技术；inspiration灵感，启发。故选C。
4．A.flee B．return
C．sweep D．tend
解析：A 根据上文“In 2012, a civil war began”可知，国家内部出现战争，人们应该是逃离了自己的家乡。flee意为“逃走，逃跑”，符合语境。return返回；sweep打扫，席卷；tend照顾，护理。故选A。
5．A.In turn B．In surprise
C．In response D．In addition
解析：C 根据上文“a civil war began”和下文“the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6 in the country”可知，联合国在中非执行维和任务是对内战的回应。in response意为“作为回应”，符合语境。in turn反过来，轮流；in surprise 惊奇地；in addition另外。故选C。
6．A.measure B．reputation
C．business D．mission
解析：D 根据语境和常识可知，联合国应该是在这个国家执行维和任务。mission 意为“任务”，符合语境。measure方法，措施；reputation名声，名誉；business生意。故选D。
7．A.follow B．expand
C．monitor D．block
解析：C 根据语境和常识可知，作为维和部队的成员他们应该监管城市和乡村。monitor意为“监控，监管”，符合语境。follow追随；expand 扩张；block阻止，阻挡。故选C。
8．A.insure B．prove
C．report D．predict
解析：A 根据上下文语境可知，维和人员监管城市和乡村是为了确保没有冲突发生以及供应食物和药品。insure意为“确保”，符合语境。prove证明；report报道；predict预测。故选A。
9．A.bridge B．barrier
C．castle D．shelter
解析：B 根据上下文语境可知，作者所在的维和部队任务是保证人们的安全，所以他们应该是让人们远离冲突的屏障。barrier意为“壁垒，屏障”，符合语境。bridge桥梁：castle城堡；shelter避难所。故选B。
10．A.protected B．trusted
C．valued D．doubted
解析：C 根据下文“When they see how others respect me”可知，作为一名女性，作者特别受重视，因为作者可以成为这个国家许多妇女和女孩的榜样。value 意为“重视”，符合语境。protect保护；trust信任；doubt怀疑。故选C。
11．A.deserve B．prefer
C．plan D．fail
解析：A 根据上文的“also”以及下文“be respected”可知，看到作者受重视，其他的非洲女性也觉得和作者一样，她们也值得被尊重。deserve意为“值得，应得”，符合语境。prefer更喜欢；fail失败。故选A。
12．A.gently B．equally
C．seriously D．honestly
解析：B 根据上文“be respected and treated”可知，连词and表顺承关系，结合 respected 的意思可知，她们应该被平等对待。equally意为“平等地”，符合语境。gently 温柔地；seriously 严重地；honestly忠诚地。故选B。
13．A.boring B．rewarding
C．difficult D．fancy
解析：D 根据下文“It's long hours in a very tough environment.”可知，作者生活环境非常艰苦，因此生活并不是奢华的。fancy意为“奢华的，精致的”，符合语境。boring乏味的；rewarding值得做的；difficult困难的。故选D。
14．A.association B．accommodation
C．administration D．adaptation
解析：B 根据上文提到生活环境非常艰苦以及下文“with just a bed in a shared room”可知，作者只有最基本的住宿条件。accommodation 意为“住宿”，符合语境。association协会；administration行政部门；adaptation适应。故选B。
15．A.available B．ambitious
C．worthwhile D．educational
解析：C 根据上文“However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15 .”可知，中非因为维和人员变得更加安全，作者作为其中一员应该是感到值得的。worthwhile意为“值得的”，符合语境。available 可利用的，有空的；ambitious 有抱负的； educational有教育意义的。故选C。
Ⅲ.七选五
(2024·广东省模拟)
How Star Wars Changed Moviemaking Forever
“May the force be with you！” If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times. 1. So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known. But you might be surprised to find out how much this movie has changed how movies are made.
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...” is how Star Wars begins.Its plot was not ground-breaking. 2. The story was typical science fiction with lots of drama, traditional characters and good battling evil, in space and in hand-to-hand fight.
It was the special effects that made Star Wars stand out from other movies.People still talk about the light swords(剑) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations. 3. When Star Wars first came out in 1977, most movie theaters were stand-alone buildings, with just one movie screen.Using the money Star Wars had made for them, movie-theater owners built more theaters, leading to the multiplexes(多厅影院) that are common today.
Theaters needed more movies to show on all the additional movie screens and in all the new multiplexes. So new movie companies sprang up, including small ones creating experimental movies. 4. Some of the methods became popular and others failed.But, thanks to Star Wars, people got to see new types of movies.
5. There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.The Star Wars movies were all popular.There have been two trilogies(三部曲) so far, with more planned.
A．They tried out new techniques.
B．In fact, it was quite old-fashioned.
C．Moviegoers had never seen anything like it.
D．Thus, audience began to enjoy science fiction movies there.
E．Star Wars was the first really successful movie trilogy in history.
F．If you are not a fan, you are still likely familiar with these words.
G．If you are a moviemaker, you may be inspired by this classic film.
语篇导读：本文讲述了《星球大战》对电影制作的影响。
解析：
1．F 根据空后一句话“So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known.”可知，电影中的许多角色、设备和话语都已经变得家喻户晓；结合空前一句话“If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times.”可知，《星球大战》的粉丝可能听过很多次这个说法。由此可推知，该空应讲“如果你不是粉丝的话也应熟悉这些话语。”，F项符合语境。故选F。
2．B 根据本段第一句中《星球大战》的开头语“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...”，并结合后面的“traditional characters”可知，该空应为过渡句，起承上启下的作用。结合各选项可知，B项“实际上，这部电影的故事情节相当过时。”符合语境。故选B。
3．C 根据上文对《星球大战》特效的描述“the light swords(剑) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations”可知，电影中的特效给观众留下了深刻印象。对比各选项可知，C项符合语境，即“影迷们从未看过这样的电影。”。故选C。
4．A 此空可用词汇衔接法。空后的methods与选项A中的techniques对应，选项A中的 They 指代的是上句中的new movie companies。上文是说，影院需要更多的电影在所有新增的电影银幕和所有新的多厅影院上映，于是新的电影公司如雨后春笋般出现，其中包括一些制作实验性电影的小公司，它们尝试了新的技术。故选A。
5．E 根据空后的“There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.”可知，以前虽然有过续集电影，但它们往往只是对第一部电影的拙劣模仿，这说明以前的续集电影并不成功。由此可知，E项符合语境，即“《星球大战》是历史上第一部真正成功的三部曲电影。”。故选E。
Ⅳ.读后续写
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
(2025·昆明市摸底)
It was a sunny day this April, and I was flying with my boy off to Carnavon in my light aircraft to see a solar eclipse(日食)．Looking out of the window, I was deeply absorbed in the picturesque scenery below.My son Jacob, 15, who was enthusiastic about flying, was in high spirits.
After 25 years in the mining industry, I'd quit my job to pursue a career in flying.Getting my commercial pilot license in September 2022, I believed this was my calling.
Jacob was a passionate flyer, who always enjoyed the flights with me.“What does this button do？” “How does it work？” “What is the function？” There were so many questions he'd ask curiously.I wonder if he'll be a pilot some day.
Watching the eclipse through our solar goggles (护目镜), we both were in amazement.After a bite of lunch, I did all my checks and refueled the plane before flying us back.
Flying back into the air, I headed toward Jandakot Airport, which was right near our house.
More than half way, I spotted some smoke in the air.Realizing we were flying over Lancelin where there'd been some nearby bush fires, I didn't think there was anything to panic about.Traveling south, we took in the lovely coastline.“This is beautiful！” Jacob exclaimed.
At around 5 p．m., just about five minutes to our destination, the engine suddenly decreased rapidly.Glancing over at my boy, I thought, “This is bad.” As I tried to bring the engine back to life, it worked only for a millisecond (毫秒), and then died again.“Okay mate, we've had an engine failure，” I said calmly to Jacob.The plane was dropping and we went from 1,800 feet to 1,500 in just 20 seconds.
Looking forward, I could see Jandakot Airport about 15 kilometers ahead.“We aren't going to make it，” I told myself.We only had another 60 seconds before making the decision.Looking down at Leighton Beach north of Fremantle below, I saw crowds of people on the beach.
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But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.
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故事人物 作者、作者的儿子雅各布、沙滩上的人群
故事梗概 作者是一位飞行爱好者，并取得了商业飞行资格证，在一次带着儿子看完日食的返程飞行中，飞机引擎突然失灵。
续写要点 第一段：1.儿子帮助作者降落飞机；2.作者把飞机降落在海里；3.二人一起游上岸。第二段：1.二人成功得救；2.作者继续保持对飞行的热情。
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But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.I turned the plane 180 degrees, with the nose as high as I could, so we wouldn't be turned over when we hit the water.“Dad, should I unlock the door？” Jacob asked, as the aircraft quickly neared the ocean.“Yes！”I yelled out.Then the plane violently hit the water and came to a sudden stop.I couldn't believe that, in just two minutes from the engine failing, we'd landed into the sea! We unfastened our safety belts, managed to get out and swam toward the shore.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.I couldn't have done it without him—my cool, calm boy who helped me land the plane safely.Kind strangers wrapped us both in towels and blankets before medical, workers checked us over.Returning home, I was very upset that my beloved plane had fully sunk to the bottom of the sea.Just three days after the incident, I had a training flight again.Up in the air, I didn't feel frightened at all, but so calm in my happy place above the clouds.The plane going down was a low, but I'll always reach for the sky.
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提能训练 [12]
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
(2025·东北三省三校联考)
Researchers in China have developed a robotic chemist powered by AI that might be able to obtain oxygen from water on Mars.The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化剂) that break down water, releasing oxygen.
“If you think about the challenge of going to Mars, you have to work with local material，” says Andy Cooper, a chemist at the University of Liverpool.“So I can see the logic behind it.”
The study was led by Jiang Jun at the University of Science and Technology of China.Jiang and his team used a mobile machine, the size of a refrigerator, with a robotic arm to analyze five meteorites (陨石) that had come from Mars.The team's goal was to investigate whether the machine could produce useful catalysts from the material.
The AI-powered system used some chemicals to dissolve (使溶解) and separate the material, and then analyzed the resulting substances that consist of two or more elements.These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae (公式) for a chemical that could break down water—known to exist as ice at Mars' poles and under the planet's surface—a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.The result was a catalyst that could release oxygen from water, with the potential for use on a future Mars mission.
If a catalyst that can produce oxygen from water can be made on Mars, this would remove the need for missions to carry such a catalyst from Earth.Jiang says that for every square meter of Martian material, his group's system could make nearly 60 grams of oxygen per hour, potentially removing the need for astronauts on future missions to the planet to carry oxygen from Earth to use when they get there.“The robot can work continuously for years，” says Jiang.
Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.“Different chemicals can be made by this robot，” he says.And Mars isn't the only place where it could be used.“Maybe lunar soil is another direction，” Jiang says.
1．What can we learn about the study？
A．A chemist with a robotic arm is involved.
B．Researchers aim to purify the water on Mars.
C．Oxygen is of vital importance in space travels.
D．Materials from Mars are analyzed to produce catalysts.
2．What is Andy Cooper's attitude towards the study？
A．Approving. B．Unclear.
C．Dismissive. D．Doubtful.
3．What's the major advantage of the AI-powered system in the study？
A．Precise calculation. B．Integration of materials.
C．High-speed operation. D．Flexibility of movement.
4．According to Jiang, which of the following is correct？
A．The robot can stand endless working time.
B．Martian catalysts can produce more oxygen.
C．The system can make 60 grams of oxygen per day.
D．The robotic chemist can be applied in a broader way.
B
(2025·武汉市部分学校调研)
You have probably heard of the Fermi Paradox(费米悖论)．Given the high probability that alien(外星人) life exists out there in the universe, why has nobody got in touch yet
Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening.It could be that we simply haven't sent out our own traceable signatures for aliens to find us yet.Or it could be that no aliens will ever make it to the point where they are able to make contact with other species.
In The Three-Body Problem, Liu Cixin's science fiction, he describes the universe as a dark forest, where each alien society is like a fearful, armed hunter cautiously moving forth.If that hunter finds other life, he is left with the safest course of action: to wipe out any other life forms before they can do the same to him.
Being fearful contributes to humans' development.Our caution may save our lives when facing a genuine threat.“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources，” says Seth Shostak, a senior astronomer.
Thankfully, the Dark Forest has lots of issues that are difficult to resolve—the most obvious being that it's extremely difficult to hide a technologically advanced world.“We've never given the slightest thought to turning off all the radars(雷达) and going completely silent because it might be dangerous，” says Shostak.
The forest theory also falls apart when you consider the true nature of the universe.“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast that the idea that they would feel the need to attack one another seems odd.Even if they fear each other, the expanse means that they wouldn't likely need to compete for the near-limitless resources，” says Shostak.
That doesn't necessarily mean that the Dark Forest theory is a nonstarter.Addressing the holes in the theory requires adding to the terror factor.Suppose that a technological civilization is going from star to star destroying any sign of life whenever planets with life or technology are found.We don't see them because they're not there.That's the really scary thing.
5．What do we know about the Fermi Paradox？
A．It denies aliens' existence. B．It is studied thoroughly.
C．Its answers vary considerably. D．Its answers are similar.
6．What can be inferred from Shostak's words in Paragraph 4？
A．Fear is deadly.
B．Attacks are risky.
C．Fear dominates humans' development.
D．Attacks have survival value.
7．Which factor challenges the Dark Forest theory according to Shostak？
A．Aliens may not understand human culture.
B．The vastness of space makes conflicts less likely.
C．Advanced civilizations tend to compete for survival.
D．Competition for resources could become more serious.
8．Why does the author make the assumption in the last paragraph？
A．To prove aliens are scary.
B．To find holes in the theory.
C．To add to horrible atmosphere.
D．To warn us of the potential threat.
Ⅱ.完形填空
(2024·苏锡常镇四市调研)
I've been working as a United Nations (U.N.)Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years.Before this, I was a pilot and I 1. my work.However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I 2. the United Nations.
The Central African Republic is a relatively small country.Since it got 3. from France in the 1960s, there have been many violent conflicts between the government and rebels(反叛者)．In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to 4. their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. 5. , the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6. in the country.
We peacekeepers 7. cities and villages to 8. that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine.We are a 9. that can keep people in conflict apart.
As a woman, I am particularly 10. as I can act as a role model for many women and girls in the country.When they see how others respect me, they feel that they also 11. to be respected and treated 12. .
My life is not 13. in any way! It's long hours in a very tough environment.I have basic 14. with just a bed in a shared room.Of course, being away from my family and friends is also very hard at times. However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15. .
1．A.hated B．enjoyed
C．guarded D．changed
2．A.led up to B．looked up to
C．kept up with D．signed up with
3．A.treatment B．technology
C．independence D．inspiration
4．A.flee B．return
C．sweep D．tend
5．A.In turn B．In surprise
C．In response D．In addition
6．A.measure B．reputation
C．business D．mission
7．A.follow B．expand
C．monitor D．block
8．A.insure B．prove
C．report D．predict
9．A.bridge B．barrier
C．castle D．shelter
10．A.protected B．trusted
C．valued D．doubted
11．A.deserve B．prefer
C．plan D．fail
12．A.gently B．equally
C．seriously D．honestly
13．A.boring B．rewarding
C．difficult D．fancy
14．A.association B．accommodation
C．administration D．adaptation
15．A.available B．ambitious
C．worthwhile D．educational
Ⅲ.七选五
(2024·广东省模拟)
How Star Wars Changed Moviemaking Forever
“May the force be with you！” If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times. 1. So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known. But you might be surprised to find out how much this movie has changed how movies are made.
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...” is how Star Wars begins.Its plot was not ground-breaking. 2. The story was typical science fiction with lots of drama, traditional characters and good battling evil, in space and in hand-to-hand fight.
It was the special effects that made Star Wars stand out from other movies.People still talk about the light swords(剑) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations. 3. When Star Wars first came out in 1977, most movie theaters were stand-alone buildings, with just one movie screen.Using the money Star Wars had made for them, movie-theater owners built more theaters, leading to the multiplexes(多厅影院) that are common today.
Theaters needed more movies to show on all the additional movie screens and in all the new multiplexes. So new movie companies sprang up, including small ones creating experimental movies. 4. Some of the methods became popular and others failed.But, thanks to Star Wars, people got to see new types of movies.
5. There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.The Star Wars movies were all popular.There have been two trilogies(三部曲) so far, with more planned.
A．They tried out new techniques.
B．In fact, it was quite old-fashioned.
C．Moviegoers had never seen anything like it.
D．Thus, audience began to enjoy science fiction movies there.
E．Star Wars was the first really successful movie trilogy in history.
F．If you are not a fan, you are still likely familiar with these words.
G．If you are a moviemaker, you may be inspired by this classic film.
Ⅳ.读后续写
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
(2025·昆明市摸底)
It was a sunny day this April, and I was flying with my boy off to Carnavon in my light aircraft to see a solar eclipse(日食)．Looking out of the window, I was deeply absorbed in the picturesque scenery below.My son Jacob, 15, who was enthusiastic about flying, was in high spirits.
After 25 years in the mining industry, I'd quit my job to pursue a career in flying.Getting my commercial pilot license in September 2022, I believed this was my calling.
Jacob was a passionate flyer, who always enjoyed the flights with me.“What does this button do？” “How does it work？” “What is the function？” There were so many questions he'd ask curiously.I wonder if he'll be a pilot some day.
Watching the eclipse through our solar goggles (护目镜), we both were in amazement.After a bite of lunch, I did all my checks and refueled the plane before flying us back.
Flying back into the air, I headed toward Jandakot Airport, which was right near our house.
More than half way, I spotted some smoke in the air.Realizing we were flying over Lancelin where there'd been some nearby bush fires, I didn't think there was anything to panic about.Traveling south, we took in the lovely coastline.“This is beautiful！” Jacob exclaimed.
At around 5 p．m., just about five minutes to our destination, the engine suddenly decreased rapidly.Glancing over at my boy, I thought, “This is bad.” As I tried to bring the engine back to life, it worked only for a millisecond (毫秒), and then died again.“Okay mate, we've had an engine failure，” I said calmly to Jacob.The plane was dropping and we went from 1,800 feet to 1,500 in just 20 seconds.
Looking forward, I could see Jandakot Airport about 15 kilometers ahead.“We aren't going to make it，” I told myself.We only had another 60 seconds before making the decision.Looking down at Leighton Beach north of Fremantle below, I saw crowds of people on the beach.
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But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.
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