英语 选择性必修 第一册 RJ
第二单元检测卷
时间：120分钟 满分：150分
较易题(占比60%) 中档题(占比30%) 拔高题(占比10%)
题型 听力 阅读 七选五 完形填空 语法填空 应用文写作 读后续写
A B C D
难度 ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★★
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
扫一扫·听录音
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What color is the woman's cat
A．Black. B．White.
C．Gray.
2．Where did the man leave his bag
A．On the bus. B．At school.
C．At his friend's.
3．What caused the mark on the woman's arm
A．An insect. B．A dog.
C．A child.
4．Why is the man in such a rush
A．He missed his train.
B．He needed to buy a train ticket.
C．He went to the wrong station.
5．What are the speakers discussing about
A．Kinds of restaurants.
B．Types of food.
C．Areas of town.
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．How does the woman feel
A．Lucky. B．Sorry.
C．Worried.
7．What will the man do next
A．Complain to the boss.
B．Leave the foot prints.
C．Clean the floor again.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．How far is it from here to the cheapest gas station
A．About two miles.
B．About five miles.
C．A couple of blocks away.
9．Which one will the woman go to finally
A．The cheapest one. B．The closest one.
C．The farther one.
10．Where should the woman take a left turn
A．At the gas station.
B．At the post office.
C．At the first traffic lights.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the woman probably
A．A student. B．A teacher.
C．A headmaster.
12．What are those students like
A．Active. B．Shy.
C．Hard working.
13．Why does the woman have to go
A．Because of her friends.
B．Because of her health.
C．Because of her parents.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．What are the two speakers talking about
A．Future career plans.
B．Their parents' expectations.
C．The future of their education.
15．What does the man want to be
A．An architect.
B．A furniture designer.
C．A computer programmer.
16．What does the woman want to be when she grows up
A．A lawyer. B．A teacher.
C．A nurse.
17．What is the man's suggestion for the woman
A．To argue with her parents.
B．To insist on her own choice.
C．To follow her parents' advice.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What organizations used to have a lot of power according to the speaker
A．Libraries and printing companies.
B．Universities and bookstores.
C．Newspapers and publishers.
19．Why do many city people like e－books
A．They are easier to carry.
B．They are cheaper.
C．They are more interesting.
20．What can we learn about Border's Group
A．They were bought by a tech company.
B．They made billions of dollars this year.
C．They used to have more than 600 stores.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Don't take another boring phone selfie until you've seen this ...
*What Are We Talking About
It's the new Drone X Pro, a brand new type of drone. It's perfect for making the ultimate selfies!
It was designed by two German engineers who love drones. They found that the drones they had were very large, heavy and difficult to travel with. So, they designed the Drone X Pro.
It's firm and easy to control and it can live stream and record to your phone!
*What Makes Drone X Pro So Special
The drone is the same size as a large bine that with its foldable rotors (旋翼) and it will comfortably fit in any pocket or bag!
Absolutely, anyone can easily fly this drone! Its controls were designed to perfection. It also has an incredible hovering (盘旋) capability. No need to focus on the height; just enjoy the flight!
A drone with this name needs a quality camera of course. This drone is just perfect to take wonderful pictures and videos. Film nature, friends and even yourself in amazing quality!
Last but not least, the price is just amazing. They sell it for only $99 (link here), which is extremely cheap for a drone of this quality!
*Is It Really Worth It
Such a quality drone for this price makes us definitely say yes! This must be the single best price quality drone there is! If you've never flown a drone, this is the moment you should start!
21．What may the Drone X Pro be used for according to the text
A．Taking selfies. B．Guiding tourists.
C．Playing games. D．Finding the missing.
22．Which feature helps the Drone X Pro easy to carry
A．It's well packed. B．It's foldable.
C．It's phone shaped. D．It's wearable.
23．What is the purpose of the text
A．To advertise a new drone.
B．To compare different drones.
C．To introduce a new drone.
D．To teach how to select drones.
B
Imagine Dad and I are watching the Olympic Games in our media room someday in the future. The screen drops down to cover one wall. We give our robot Sylvia our orders for popcorn and juice for dinner. She is only a machine but she looks like a human and helps with the housework.
We are having popcorn for dinner tonight because something is wrong with our oven (烤箱). It is broken and keeps on repeating that it doesn't remember how to cook. Dad thinks the shooting star passing by Earth has caused the problem.
“I did see a shooting star yesterday，” I said. “Maybe that's why I had trouble getting Sylvia started this morning. She turned around and around, hardly stood when she tried to take a step, and almost fell backwards. She finally started moving towards me, but then suddenly turned, and went backwards. I thought she was going to knock into a wall. It was lucky that she got her balance in the end and successfully stood up.”
At last, Sylvia arrives with our popcorn and drinks. I look at the screen and watch the Olympic Games. Sylvia watches it too. Dad gives her coins as a tip. Sylvia thanks him for the coins and starts to leave the room. Then she turns back to where we are sitting. I hear some clicking sounds. The sounds mean that she is searching her memory chips for information. “During the Olympics I should get medals, not coins，” she says.
Dad and I just look at each other. Sylvia doesn't seem to know that robots aren't supposed to think. Then we burst out laughing and award Sylvia a gold medal.
24．From Paragraph 3 we can learn ________．
A．Sylvia knocked into the wall
B．Sylvia was possibly out of order
C．Sylvia was hit by a shooting star
D．Sylvia wouldn't like to work for us
25．Why does Sylvia ask for a medal as a tip
A．Because she has got enough coins.
B．Because she works hard for dinner.
C．Because she wants to watch the game.
D．Because she has learned to think by memory chips.
26．How do Dad and I find Sylvia's performance
A．Worrying. B．Annoying.
C．Amazing. D．Frightening.
27．What is the most suitable title for the text
A．An extraordinary tip for a robot
B．Our unexpected life in the future
C．The robot—an important helper
D．The function of robots like humans
C
The imitation (模仿) game, as proposed by mathematician Alan Turing in his 1950 paper “Computing Machinery and Intelligence”， tasks a person and a computer, with answering questions from a third person or judge. The questioner must then tell which is human. This has come to be known as the Turing Test.
Turing proposed that if a machine could successfully imitate a person, then it had “artificial intelligence”. So what is artificial intelligence, and could you tell the difference between a person and AI
AI refers to the creation of intelligent machines that can think and act like human beings. These systems are designed to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding natural language, recognizing images and making decisions.
AI has come a long way in recent years and is now being used in a variety of industries, such as healthcare, finance and transportation. With advances in machine learning and natural language processing, AI is becoming increasingly advanced and is able to perform more difficult tasks with greater accuracy.
As a person, I believe that there is great possibility that AI can greatly improve our lives. However, as with any new technology, there are also concerns about the impact of AI on our society.
So what do you think of AI I asked ChatGPT to “tell me as humanly as possible what AI is”， and the previous three paragraphs are its answer. You are the judge, and I am the human respondent. Did you think my intro was AI What I know is that I am scared of AI.
Programs like ChatGPT use machine learning to create text in response to user input. This means the program learns from existing content to produce new content which can make it hard to tell original work from plagiarized (抄袭的) work.
Concerns of plagiarism and misinformation are increasing as programs like ChatGPT and other AI technologies use existing writing, art and knowledge to produce human like work. This opens the door to numerous debates on the ethics (道德伦理) of AI and the information these programs are learning from. Are these sources accurate Is the machine learning algorithm (算法) committing theft
It is our job—that is, as humans—to keep AI in check and ensure its ethical development and usage. AI might not be ready to put an end to humanity, but it is still reasonable to be careful about its progress.
28．What is the purpose of the Turing Test according to the text
A．To test the intelligence of humans.
B．To judge the performance of AI systems.
C．To explore the possible applications of AI.
D．To determine the threat caused by AI to humans.
29．What are Paragraphs 3－5 mainly about
A．AI's applications.
B．AI's limitations.
C．AI's self description.
D．AI's development.
30．Why is it not clear whether AI's works are original or plagiarized according to the text
A．They are based on existing human works.
B．They are not as good as what humans create.
C．They are mostly writing and artwork.
D．The systems may give false information.
31．What is the author's attitude toward AI's development in the future
A．Negative. B．Positive.
C．Puzzled. D．Cautious.
D
To provide visitors with a special experience, theme parks are putting more money into Virtual Reality (VR) technology. In fact, the lifestyle team of the website, The Week, attended the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando. The purpose was to do a study on the implementation (实施) of VR technology on roller coasters. The team studied 23 roller coaster manufacturers (制造商) in Europe and found that eight of those manufacturers had implemented VR technology into at least one of their roller coasters. Based on their study, it appears that VR technology is already an important and growing factor in the future development of theme parks.
The theme park industry at first saw VR technology as a cost－saving means to put new life into attractions.In 2015, companies such as Six Flags began adding VR technology to their roller coasters. It soon became clear, however, that there were many difficulties with implementing VR technology on the rides. Because of the time it took to provide riders with VR headsets (头戴式受话器), wait times and lines began to increase. Moreover, companies had to train employees how to set up the VR systems and make sure that all headsets were clean. This proved not to be cost－saving, so new systems had to be put into place.
Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia, set out to solve these problems by developing a two－part headset for the ride Battle for Eire. The park worked with Falcon's Creative Group to develop this new technology, which allowed guests to be fitted with a headpiece while the guests were waiting in line. This shortened wait times and provided a cleaner environment. Falcon's Creative Group and Busch Gardens used creative thinking to improve an attraction that was built around VR.
According to TEA/AECOM Global Attractions Attendance Report, there were more than 252 million people visit the top 25 theme parks in the world. To keep these numbers, it is important that these and other theme－park companies continue to come up with new ideas to create and introduce great attractions—especially those that make use of VR technology.
32．What did The Week find
A．VR technology may greatly influence the future theme parks.
B．Half of the studied theme parks have used VR technology.
C．Roller coasters were getting less popular than before.
D．Theme parks have not realized the importance of VR technology.
33．What happened after Six Flags used VR technology
A．Visitors thought highly of the improvement.
B．The number of visitors hugely increased.
C．Many unexpected problems appeared.
D．A lot of money was saved.
34．What did Busch Gardens do
A．It creatively developed a headset.
B．It employed more workers.
C．It worked with other companies to build new theme parks.
D．It chose to use its traditional technology again.
35．What did the author advise theme parks to do
A．To develop creative attractions.
B．To give up traditional technology.
C．To work with other theme parks.
D．To build new theme parks.
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In today's fast－paced world, comfort and relaxation are keys to a happy daily life. People want to have their tasks finished as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We all search for convenience. __36__. Here are the top Smart Home trends to follow. With these all by your side, you can transform your living.
Improved home security, safety, and privacy
__37__. Security firms are now offering some very next－level security systems that safeguard homes and protect privacy. Artificial Intelligence biometric authentication, robust protection against cyber－attacks, advanced cameras, and alarm systems are some examples of Smart Home solutions.
Voice－assistant smart technology
Voice－assistant innovative technology helps users do a lot like turning on music, computers, TVs and other devices inside their homes! __38__. An example of such technology is Amazon Alexa, which can assist you in better everyday living!
__39__
You can also use Smart Home technology to help you with everyday household chores! You can stay in bed in your pyjamas while your AI vacuum cleaner does all the work for you!
Smart healthcare technology
__40__. These can significantly help in case of emergencies. 5G technology has come up, allowing devices to function without any wires or connections. All of that can help in certain situations when a quick reaction is necessary.
A．Smart home cleaning
B．Smart touchless technology
C．We all want our homes to look nice and bright
D．That's why more and more people are interested in Smart Home
E．These are always the most important things for every homeowner
F．It also helps in making a cosy atmosphere by adjusting temperature and lighting
G．Smart devices allow fast communication with medical professionals over the Internet
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I imagine my future, I see myself as an adult who is confident in my abilities, doing a job I love and living my life __41__. When I grow up, I will be enjoying more __42__ brought by the advances in technology, with more time to pursue my __43__ and enjoy the company of my family and friends. For these reasons, I look forward to the future as the happiest time of my life.
I will feel happy in the future because I will learn more about life and __44__ into the best person I can be. I will become more knowledgeable about the world and myself. I will also handle more responsibilities and __45__ problems in a more thoughtful manner.
__46__ new technology, my future life is sure to improve in various ways. Homes will become __47__ to the extent that they might be programmed to learn about our needs and __48__ our health and activity. I can imagine hearing an AI voice __49__ me to buy groceries or do more exercise! There will also be enormous advancements in __50__ options. I will be riding in a self－driving car, and other new means of transport may be developed in the future. These __51__ in technology are certain to make my future life more comfortable and convenient. The working day will be only four __52__ long thanks to robots. Working less time means I can do __53__ I enjoy most, such as spending time with family and friends, __54__ in fun activities and learning new skills.
Thinking this way gives me the __55__ to work hard now so that I can have a successful, fulfilling(令人满足的) and enjoyable future life.
41．A.responsibly B．importantly
C．differently D．uncomfortably
42．A.interests B．experience
C．convenience D．changes
43．A.habits B．hobbies
C．ideas D．chances
44．A.form B．develop
C．expect D．decide
45．A.notice B．find
C．change D．solve
46．A.Turn to B．Devote to
C．Thanks to D．Lead to
47．A.smarter B．worthier
C．worse D．cuter
48．A.warn B．ignore
C．monitor D．understand
49．A.want B．remind
C．ask D．order
50．A.learning B．communication
C．work D．transport
51．A.benefits B．advances
C．promises D．challenges
52．A.hours B．days
C．minutes D．weeks
53．A.that B．it
C．which D．what
54．A.enhancing B．entertaining
C．engaging D．encountering
55．A.inspiration B．motivation
C．appreciation D．impression
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
English is the international working language so it is __56__ (wide) used in the world. English has gone through three periods: Old English, Middle English and Modern English.
In the __57__ (five) century, three Germanic groups—the Anglos, the Saxons and the Jutes invaded Britain and they spoke similar languages, __58__ developed into what we now call Old English.
Unlike Old English, Middle English can __59__ (read), although with difficulty, by modern English－speaking people. Many factors contributed to the __60__ (develop) of Middle English. However, in 1066, the Normans who came from France took control __61__ England, which did not have the same result that the Germanic invasion had about 600 year earlier. But French still had __62__ influence on English. This led to even more pairs of similar words.
From the 16th century, the British began to communicate with many peoples from around the world. This meant many new __63__ (word) entered the language. Modern English, quite different from Old English and Middle English, includes many Latin and Greek words. As we all know, people will keep __64__ (invent) new words and English __65__ (change) over the time.
56．______ 57.______ 58.______ 59.______
60．______ 61.______ 62.______ 63.______
64．______ 65.______
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
随着科学技术的进步，人工智能技术在生活中多个领域被广泛应用，请以“Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence？”为题写一篇议论文，并包含如下内容：
1．人工智能技术的优势：使人们生活更加便利、帮助人类完成危险工作；
2．人工智能技术的弊端：导致失业、难以应对突发状况等；
3．阐述自己的观点。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3．标题已给出，不计入总词数。
Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence
第二节(满分25分)
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。
“A nursing home would be safer, Dad，” Arlyn told her father, Jim.
“No way，” Jim interrupted. His wife passed away just a year before. At 91, he still wanted to remain in the cottage that he and his wife had built.
Jim started experiencing an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. Arlyn found his decline was indeed all－consuming. However, she herself was in her late sixties; her house was a 40－minute drive from the cottage. One day, when she read about a new eldercare service called Care Coach, it fueled her interest. For about $200 a month, a computerized avatar (头像) (controlled remotely by a human caregiver) would watch over a home－bound person 24 hours a day. She signed up immediately.
A week later, a tablet arrived. Following the instructions, Arlyn uploaded dozens of family pictures. Then an animated dog appeared on the screen. She presented the tablet to Jim, pointing to the screen pet, and said excitedly, “Here Dad. You have a new companion.” Jim, doubtful about the dog's service, knew he had to learn how to get along with the dog before Alzheimer's took hold.
Within a week, Jim and his dog, whom he named Pony, settled into a routine. Every 15 minutes or so, Pony would look for Jim calling his name if he was out of view. Sometimes Jim would “pet” to awake the sleeping Pony on screen. Pony reminded Jim which caretaker would be visiting to do the tasks: preparing meals, driving him to a senior center, etc. Pony would read poetry aloud or discuss the news. When Pony praised Jim's sweater, Jim repaid by petting Pony's screen with his finger sending hearts floating up from the dog's head. One evening when Arlyn came to visit her father as usual, she was amazed to find that Pony was holding up a photo of her late mum to her dad between its paws.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Jim stared at the photo fondly, with tears welling up in his eyes. Seeing the close bond between Pony and her dad, Arlyn felt a relief.
第二单元检测卷
时间：120分钟 满分：150分
较易题(占比60%) 中档题(占比30%) 拔高题(占比10%)
题型 听力 阅读 七选五 完形填空 语法填空 应用文写作 读后续写
A B C D
难度 ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★★
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
扫一扫·听录音
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
Text 1
W：Have you seen a cat near here M：I saw three—a black one, a gray one and a white one. Which is yours W：The black and the gray one belong to my neighbor. The other is mine.
1．What color is the woman's cat
A．Black. B．White.
C．Gray.
答案：B
Text 2
W：You're late. What happened I hope you didn't get into trouble at school. M：No. I got off the bus and then realized I'd left my bag on the seat. My friend took it to his house, so I had to go and collect it.
2．Where did the man leave his bag
A．On the bus. B．At school.
C．At his friend's.
答案：A
Text 3
M：What is that mark on your arm Did you get touched by an insect W：No, I was holding my sister's baby and he bit me. He's like a little dog chewing on everything.
3．What caused the mark on the woman's arm
A．An insect. B．A dog.
C．A child.
答案：C
Text 4
W：Your ticket says your train leaves from Penn Station, not Grand Central Station. If you take a taxi there, you might make it on time! M：Oh, no. Thanks, I'll try. I only have 30 minutes left！
4．Why is the man in such a rush
A．He missed his train.
B．He needed to buy a train ticket.
C．He went to the wrong station.
答案：C
Text 5
W：We had a great meal at the new place on High Street. The one across the road does good food as well. M：Have you tried the Indian restaurant in the town center I've heard good reports about it.
5．What are the speakers discussing about
A．Kinds of restaurants.
B．Types of food.
C．Areas of town.
答案：A
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
Text 6
M：Hey lady, I just cleaned that floor. Look at all your foot prints. W：Oh no, I do apologize. M：There is a big sign outside saying “Not Available”. Didn't you see it W：I didn't. Please forgive me. M：Oh, it's OK. I'll do it again. W：I tell my kids off when they do that at home—and now here I am doing the same thing. M：Don't worry about it. The boss will just think I'm working slowly. It's not a big deal.
6．How does the woman feel
A．Lucky. B．Sorry.
C．Worried.
答案：B
7．What will the man do next
A．Complain to the boss.
B．Leave the foot prints.
C．Clean the floor again.
答案：C
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
Text 7
W：Excuse me. Can you tell me if there is a gas station around here M：Yeah. There are a few. The closest one is only a couple of blocks away, but it's a little expensive. The cheapest one is about two miles from here. W：Well, I think I should just go for the closest one! M：OK. Just go straight until you see the first traffic lights up there. Take a left turn, and go down one block. You'll see the gas station near a post office. W：OK. I should be able to make it.
8．How far is it from here to the cheapest gas station
A．About two miles.
B．About five miles.
C．A couple of blocks away.
答案：A
9．Which one will the woman go to finally
A．The cheapest one. B．The closest one.
C．The farther one.
答案：B
10．Where should the woman take a left turn
A．At the gas station.
B．At the post office.
C．At the first traffic lights.
答案：C
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
Text 8
M：What do you think of the students in our class W：I love those children. They are so lively. M：They love you too. They said that you were the best teacher they had ever had. W：When I first came into the classroom, all the students stood up and looked at me. They all had a smile on their faces. M：It seems that they began loving you from the very beginning. W：Right. They are also very active. No one is shy. M：That's why you became friends with each other. W：I really don't want to leave. But I have to because of my parents.
11．What is the woman probably
A．A student. B．A teacher.
C．A headmaster.
答案：B
12．What are those students like
A．Active. B．Shy.
C．Hard working.
答案：A
13．Why does the woman have to go
A．Because of her friends.
B．Because of her health.
C．Because of her parents.
答案：C
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
Text 9
W：Hello, Jack. How are you M：I'm doing good. And you W：I'm all fine. I am just wondering what you were thinking of choosing as a career when you grow up. M：I'm dreaming of becoming a furniture designer. Furniture is what I'm most interested in and I wouldn't feel happy in a different career. W：It's great that you're going for something that you like and not just what others tell you to do. M：Thanks, I am lucky that my parents don't force me into a career. What about yours W：Well, I don't want a job in IT or as a lawyer. To tell you the truth, I want to be a nurse. So I can fight against the diseases. But my parents want me to be a teacher. It's hard for me to choose my career. I wish my parents would agree with me. M：Oh, I think your parents will understand you. The key is to insist on your choice, but you need to present yourself gently. W：Sure I'll do that right away, I must be off now. See you tomorrow. M：Good luck, see you.
14．What are the two speakers talking about
A．Future career plans.
B．Their parents' expectations.
C．The future of their education.
答案：A
15．What does the man want to be
A．An architect.
B．A furniture designer.
C．A computer programmer.
答案：B
16．What does the woman want to be when she grows up
A．A lawyer. B．A teacher.
C．A nurse.
答案：C
17．What is the man's suggestion for the woman
A．To argue with her parents.
B．To insist on her own choice.
C．To follow her parents' advice.
答案：B
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
Text 10
Books have always been an important part of people's lives. Libraries were important parts of both universities and town centers, and many of the first successful companies in modern times made their money by selling books. Like newspapers, publishers used to have a lot of power and influence, but nowadays, the companies that control digital information seem to have taken over. In particular, e－books have replaced traditional books for most modern readers, especially in big cities, for whom everything has to be easy to carry and convenient to use. Tech companies like Amazon and Apple sell “e－readers” that can contain thousands of books, and their online stores list millions of titles, far more than any bookstore could ever hold. As more and more people buy computers, smart phones, and tablets, the market for e－books continues to grow. Many traditional book publishers and bookstores have gone out of business. For example, Border's Group used to be one of the largest bookstores in the United States, with more than 600 locations and billions of dollars in sales every year. But after e－books appeared, they started losing money and had to close all their stores.
18．What organizations used to have a lot of power according to the speaker
A．Libraries and printing companies.
B．Universities and bookstores.
C．Newspapers and publishers.
答案：C
19．Why do many city people like e－books
A．They are easier to carry.
B．They are cheaper.
C．They are more interesting.
答案：A
20．What can we learn about Border's Group
A．They were bought by a tech company.
B．They made billions of dollars this year.
C．They used to have more than 600 stores.
答案：C
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Don't take another boring phone selfie until you've seen this ...
*What Are We Talking About
It's the new Drone X Pro, a brand new type of drone. It's perfect for making the ultimate selfies!
It was designed by two German engineers who love drones. They found that the drones they had were very large, heavy and difficult to travel with. So, they designed the Drone X Pro.
It's firm and easy to control and it can live stream and record to your phone!
*What Makes Drone X Pro So Special
The drone is the same size as a large bine that with its foldable rotors (旋翼) and it will comfortably fit in any pocket or bag!
Absolutely, anyone can easily fly this drone! Its controls were designed to perfection. It also has an incredible hovering (盘旋) capability. No need to focus on the height; just enjoy the flight!
A drone with this name needs a quality camera of course. This drone is just perfect to take wonderful pictures and videos. Film nature, friends and even yourself in amazing quality!
Last but not least, the price is just amazing. They sell it for only $99 (link here), which is extremely cheap for a drone of this quality!
*Is It Really Worth It
Such a quality drone for this price makes us definitely say yes! This must be the single best price quality drone there is! If you've never flown a drone, this is the moment you should start!
篇章导读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了一款全新的无人机X Pro。
21．What may the Drone X Pro be used for according to the text
A．Taking selfies. B．Guiding tourists.
C．Playing games. D．Finding the missing.
答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据“What Are We Talking About？”部分中的“It's the new Drone X Pro ... the ultimate selfies！(这是新的无人机X Pro，一种全新的无人机。它是终极自拍的完美之选！)”可知，X Pro无人机可用于自拍。故选A。
22．Which feature helps the Drone X Pro easy to carry
A．It's well packed. B．It's foldable.
C．It's phone shaped. D．It's wearable.
答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据“What Makes Drone X Pro So Special？”部分中的“The drone is ... fit in any pocket or bag！(这种无人机与一部大型智能手机的大小相同。再加上它的可折叠旋翼，它将很容易地被放在任何口袋或袋子中！)”可知，X Pro无人机可以折叠，使得它容易携带。故选B。
23．What is the purpose of the text
A．To advertise a new drone.
B．To compare different drones.
C．To introduce a new drone.
D．To teach how to select drones.
答案：A
解析：推理判断题。根据“What Makes Drone X Pro So Special？”部分中的“The drone is ... fit in any pocket or bag！”以及“Is It Really Worth It？”部分中的“Such a quality drone ... you should start！”可推知，本文的主要目的是为一种新型无人机做广告。故选A。
B
Imagine Dad and I are watching the Olympic Games in our media room someday in the future. The screen drops down to cover one wall. We give our robot Sylvia our orders for popcorn and juice for dinner. She is only a machine but she looks like a human and helps with the housework.
We are having popcorn for dinner tonight because something is wrong with our oven (烤箱). It is broken and keeps on repeating that it doesn't remember how to cook. Dad thinks the shooting star passing by Earth has caused the problem.
“I did see a shooting star yesterday，” I said. “Maybe that's why I had trouble getting Sylvia started this morning. She turned around and around, hardly stood when she tried to take a step, and almost fell backwards. She finally started moving towards me, but then suddenly turned, and went backwards. I thought she was going to knock into a wall. It was lucky that she got her balance in the end and successfully stood up.”
At last, Sylvia arrives with our popcorn and drinks. I look at the screen and watch the Olympic Games. Sylvia watches it too. Dad gives her coins as a tip. Sylvia thanks him for the coins and starts to leave the room. Then she turns back to where we are sitting. I hear some clicking sounds. The sounds mean that she is searching her memory chips for information. “During the Olympics I should get medals, not coins，” she says.
Dad and I just look at each other. Sylvia doesn't seem to know that robots aren't supposed to think. Then we burst out laughing and award Sylvia a gold medal.
篇章导读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了在未来日常生活中智能机器人学会思考的故事。
24．From Paragraph 3 we can learn ________．
A．Sylvia knocked into the wall
B．Sylvia was possibly out of order
C．Sylvia was hit by a shooting star
D．Sylvia wouldn't like to work for us
答案：B
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段中的“She turned around ... and went backwards.”可推知，机器人Sylvia (西尔维娅)可能出了故障。故选B。
25．Why does Sylvia ask for a medal as a tip
A．Because she has got enough coins.
B．Because she works hard for dinner.
C．Because she wants to watch the game.
D．Because she has learned to think by memory chips.
答案：D
解析：推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“The sounds mean that ... she says.(这些声音意味着她正在记忆芯片中搜寻信息。‘在奥运会期间，我应该获得奖牌，而不是硬币，’她说。)”以及最后一段中的“Sylvia doesn't seem to know that robots aren't supposed to think.(西尔维娅似乎不知道机器人不应该思考。)”可推知，Sylvia要一枚奖牌作为小费是因为她已经学会了通过记忆芯片思考。故选D。
26．How do Dad and I find Sylvia's performance
A．Worrying. B．Annoying.
C．Amazing. D．Frightening.
答案：C
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段内容可知，当机器人Sylvia会索要奖牌作为小费时，作者和父亲互相看着对方，认为Sylvia似乎不知道机器人不应该思考。由此可推知，她的各种表现令作者和父亲感到惊奇。故选C。
27．What is the most suitable title for the text
A．An extraordinary tip for a robot
B．Our unexpected life in the future
C．The robot—an important helper
D．The function of robots like humans
答案：A
解析：标题判断题。通读全文可知，本文描绘了一幅未来生活的场景：爸爸和作者在媒体室看奥运会，机器人Sylvia 提供爆米花和果汁，爸爸用硬币作为小费，机器人则坚持在奥运期间应该获得奖牌，而不是硬币。因此A项(一个机器人的不平常的小费)最适合作为文章标题。故选A。
C
The imitation (模仿) game, as proposed by mathematician Alan Turing in his 1950 paper “Computing Machinery and Intelligence”， tasks a person and a computer, with answering questions from a third person or judge. The questioner must then tell which is human. This has come to be known as the Turing Test.
Turing proposed that if a machine could successfully imitate a person, then it had “artificial intelligence”. So what is artificial intelligence, and could you tell the difference between a person and AI
AI refers to the creation of intelligent machines that can think and act like human beings. These systems are designed to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding natural language, recognizing images and making decisions.
AI has come a long way in recent years and is now being used in a variety of industries, such as healthcare, finance and transportation. With advances in machine learning and natural language processing, AI is becoming increasingly advanced and is able to perform more difficult tasks with greater accuracy.
As a person, I believe that there is great possibility that AI can greatly improve our lives. However, as with any new technology, there are also concerns about the impact of AI on our society.
So what do you think of AI I asked ChatGPT to “tell me as humanly as possible what AI is”， and the previous three paragraphs are its answer. You are the judge, and I am the human respondent. Did you think my intro was AI What I know is that I am scared of AI.
Programs like ChatGPT use machine learning to create text in response to user input. This means the program learns from existing content to produce new content which can make it hard to tell original work from plagiarized (抄袭的) work.
Concerns of plagiarism and misinformation are increasing as programs like ChatGPT and other AI technologies use existing writing, art and knowledge to produce human like work. This opens the door to numerous debates on the ethics (道德伦理) of AI and the information these programs are learning from. Are these sources accurate Is the machine learning algorithm (算法) committing theft
It is our job—that is, as humans—to keep AI in check and ensure its ethical development and usage. AI might not be ready to put an end to humanity, but it is still reasonable to be careful about its progress.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人工智能的发展和应用情况。
28．What is the purpose of the Turing Test according to the text
A．To test the intelligence of humans.
B．To judge the performance of AI systems.
C．To explore the possible applications of AI.
D．To determine the threat caused by AI to humans.
答案：B
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“The imitation (模仿) game ... as the Turing Test.(模仿游戏是数学家艾伦·图灵在1950年的论文《计算机器与智能》中提出的，它要求一个人和一台计算机回答第三人或评判员提出的问题。提问者必须分辨出哪一个是人类。这就是众所周知的图灵测试。)”以及第二段“Turing proposed that ... a person and AI？(图灵提出，如果一台机器能够成功地模仿人，那么它就有了‘人工智能’。那么什么是人工智能，你能分辨出人和人工智能之间的区别吗？)”可知，图灵测试的目的是评估人工智能系统的性能。故选B。
29．What are Paragraphs 3－5 mainly about
A．AI's applications.
B．AI's limitations.
C．AI's self description.
D．AI's development.
答案：C
解析：段落大意题。根据第六段中的“So what do you think of ... its answer.(你怎么看待人工智能？我要求ChatGPT ‘尽可能人性化地告诉我人工智能是什么’，前面三段就是它的答案。)”可知，文章第三到五段为ChatGPT的自述。故选C。
30．Why is it not clear whether AI's works are original or plagiarized according to the text
A．They are based on existing human works.
B．They are not as good as what humans create.
C．They are mostly writing and artwork.
D．The systems may give false information.
答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第七段中的“This means the program ... from plagiarized (抄袭的) work.”可知，人工智能程序从现有内容中学习，从而产生新的内容，这就很难区分原创作品和抄袭作品。故选A。
31．What is the author's attitude toward AI's development in the future
A．Negative. B．Positive.
C．Puzzled. D．Cautious.
答案：D
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段“It is our job ... about its progress.(这是我们的工作——也就是说，作为人类——控制人工智能并确保其道德发展和应用。人工智能可能还没有准备好终结人类，但对它的进步保持谨慎仍然是合理的。)”可推知，作者对于人工智能的发展持谨慎的态度。故选D。
D
To provide visitors with a special experience, theme parks are putting more money into Virtual Reality (VR) technology. In fact, the lifestyle team of the website, The Week, attended the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando. The purpose was to do a study on the implementation (实施) of VR technology on roller coasters. The team studied 23 roller coaster manufacturers (制造商) in Europe and found that eight of those manufacturers had implemented VR technology into at least one of their roller coasters. Based on their study, it appears that VR technology is already an important and growing factor in the future development of theme parks.
The theme park industry at first saw VR technology as a cost－saving means to put new life into attractions.In 2015, companies such as Six Flags began adding VR technology to their roller coasters. It soon became clear, however, that there were many difficulties with implementing VR technology on the rides. Because of the time it took to provide riders with VR headsets (头戴式受话器), wait times and lines began to increase. Moreover, companies had to train employees how to set up the VR systems and make sure that all headsets were clean. This proved not to be cost－saving, so new systems had to be put into place.
Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia, set out to solve these problems by developing a two－part headset for the ride Battle for Eire. The park worked with Falcon's Creative Group to develop this new technology, which allowed guests to be fitted with a headpiece while the guests were waiting in line. This shortened wait times and provided a cleaner environment. Falcon's Creative Group and Busch Gardens used creative thinking to improve an attraction that was built around VR.
According to TEA/AECOM Global Attractions Attendance Report, there were more than 252 million people visit the top 25 theme parks in the world. To keep these numbers, it is important that these and other theme－park companies continue to come up with new ideas to create and introduce great attractions—especially those that make use of VR technology.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了很多制造商在过山车上采用了VR技术，且VR技术在未来主题公园的发展中起到很大作用。
32．What did The Week find
A．VR technology may greatly influence the future theme parks.
B．Half of the studied theme parks have used VR technology.
C．Roller coasters were getting less popular than before.
D．Theme parks have not realized the importance of VR technology.
答案：A
解析：推理判断题。根据第一段中的“it appears that VR technology ... of theme parks(虚拟现实技术似乎已经是主题公园未来发展中一个日益重要的因素)”可推知，The Week发现，VR技术可能会极大地影响未来的主题公园。故选A。
33．What happened after Six Flags used VR technology
A．Visitors thought highly of the improvement.
B．The number of visitors hugely increased.
C．Many unexpected problems appeared.
D．A lot of money was saved.
答案：C
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中的“In 2015, companies ... the rides.”可知，在Six Flags应用了VR技术之后，很多问题显现出来。故选C。
34．What did Busch Gardens do
A．It creatively developed a headset.
B．It employed more workers.
C．It worked with other companies to build new theme parks.
D．It chose to use its traditional technology again.
答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Busch Gardens ... Battle for Eire.”可知，为了解决问题，Busch Gardens(布希公园)开发了一款新的头戴式受话器。故选A。
35．What did the author advise theme parks to do
A．To develop creative attractions.
B．To give up traditional technology.
C．To work with other theme parks.
D．To build new theme parks.
答案：A
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“To keep ... VR technology.”可知，作者建议主题公园继续提出新的创意，创造有吸引力的娱乐设施。故选A。
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In today's fast－paced world, comfort and relaxation are keys to a happy daily life. People want to have their tasks finished as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We all search for convenience. __36__. Here are the top Smart Home trends to follow. With these all by your side, you can transform your living.
Improved home security, safety, and privacy
__37__. Security firms are now offering some very next－level security systems that safeguard homes and protect privacy. Artificial Intelligence biometric authentication, robust protection against cyber－attacks, advanced cameras, and alarm systems are some examples of Smart Home solutions.
Voice－assistant smart technology
Voice－assistant innovative technology helps users do a lot like turning on music, computers, TVs and other devices inside their homes! __38__. An example of such technology is Amazon Alexa, which can assist you in better everyday living!
__39__
You can also use Smart Home technology to help you with everyday household chores! You can stay in bed in your pyjamas while your AI vacuum cleaner does all the work for you!
Smart healthcare technology
__40__. These can significantly help in case of emergencies. 5G technology has come up, allowing devices to function without any wires or connections. All of that can help in certain situations when a quick reaction is necessary.
A．Smart home cleaning
B．Smart touchless technology
C．We all want our homes to look nice and bright
D．That's why more and more people are interested in Smart Home
E．These are always the most important things for every homeowner
F．It also helps in making a cosy atmosphere by adjusting temperature and lighting
G．Smart devices allow fast communication with medical professionals over the Internet
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了智能家居的几个能帮助人们改善日常生活的功能。
36．答案：D
解析：上文提到在当今快节奏的世界里，舒适和放松是快乐日常生活的关键。人们希望尽快高效地完成任务。我们都寻求方便。D项(这就是为什么越来越多的人对智能家居感兴趣)承接上文。故选D。
37．答案：E
解析：根据本段小标题“Improved home security, safety, and privacy”可知，安全和隐私对每个家庭来说都非常重要。E项(对于每个房主来说，这些都是最重要的事情)符合语境。故选E。
38．答案：F
解析：上文“Voice－assistant innovative ... their homes！”提到语音助手创新技术帮助用户在家里打开音乐、电脑、电视和其他设备，F项(它还可以通过调节温度和光线来营造舒适的氛围)承接上文。故选F。
39．答案：A
解析：设空处为本段小标题。根据下文“You can also ... the work for you！”可知，本段主要讲述智能家居的清洁功能。A项(智能家居清洁)符合语境。故选A。
40．答案：G
解析：根据本段小标题“Smart healthcare technology(智能医疗技术)”可知，设空处内容应与医疗相关。G项(智能设备允许通过互联网与医疗专业人员进行快速通信)符合语境。故选G。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I imagine my future, I see myself as an adult who is confident in my abilities, doing a job I love and living my life __41__. When I grow up, I will be enjoying more __42__ brought by the advances in technology, with more time to pursue my __43__ and enjoy the company of my family and friends. For these reasons, I look forward to the future as the happiest time of my life.
I will feel happy in the future because I will learn more about life and __44__ into the best person I can be. I will become more knowledgeable about the world and myself. I will also handle more responsibilities and __45__ problems in a more thoughtful manner.
__46__ new technology, my future life is sure to improve in various ways. Homes will become __47__ to the extent that they might be programmed to learn about our needs and __48__ our health and activity. I can imagine hearing an AI voice __49__ me to buy groceries or do more exercise! There will also be enormous advancements in __50__ options. I will be riding in a self－driving car, and other new means of transport may be developed in the future. These __51__ in technology are certain to make my future life more comfortable and convenient. The working day will be only four __52__ long thanks to robots. Working less time means I can do __53__ I enjoy most, such as spending time with family and friends, __54__ in fun activities and learning new skills.
Thinking this way gives me the __55__ to work hard now so that I can have a successful, fulfilling(令人满足的) and enjoyable future life.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。作者憧憬了自己未来的幸福生活。
41．A.responsibly B．importantly
C．differently D．uncomfortably
答案：A
解析：responsibly负责任地；importantly重要地；differently不同地；uncomfortably不舒服地。根据上文“I see myself ... a job I love”可知，作者将负责任地过着自己的生活。故选A。
42．A.interests B．experience
C．convenience D．changes
答案：C
解析：interest兴趣；experience 经历；convenience方便；change改变。根据下文“brought by the advances in technology”可知，此处指更加享受科技进步带来的便利。故选C。
43．A.habits B．hobbies
C．ideas D．chances
答案：B
解析：habit习惯；hobby爱好；idea观点；chance机会。根据下文“enjoy the company of my family and friends”可知，此处指有更多的时间去追求自己的爱好。故选B。
44．A.form B．develop
C．expect D．decide
答案：B
解析：form形成；develop发展；expect期望；decide决定。根据上文“because I will learn more about life”可知，将来的作者会发展成为他能成为的最好的人。故选B。
45．A.notice B．find
C．change D．solve
答案：D
解析：notice注意到；find发现；change改变；solve解决。根据下文“in a more thoughtful manner”可知，作者将以更周到的方式解决问题。故选D。
46．A.Turn to B．Devote to
C．Thanks to D．Lead to
答案：C
解析：turn to转向，求助于；devote to致力于；thanks to由于；多亏；lead to导致。根据下文“my future life is sure to improve in various ways”可知，由于技术的进步，作者未来的生活肯定会以各种方式得到改善。故选C。
47．A.smarter B．worthier
C．worse D．cuter
答案：A
解析：smarter更智能的，更聪明的；worthier更值得的；worse更糟糕的；cuter更可爱的。根据下文“they might be programmed ... our health and activity”可知，家居将变得更加智能。故选A。
48．A.warn B．ignore
C．monitor D．understand
答案：C
解析：warn警告；ignore忽略；monitor监控；understand理解。根据上文“Homes will become __47__ to the extent”可知，家居将变得更加智能，可以监控我们的健康和活动。故选C。
49．A.want B．remind
C．ask D．order
答案：B
解析：根据上文“an AI voice”可知，此处指人工智能的声音提醒作者买杂货或多做运动。故选B。
50．A.learning B．communication
C．work D．transport
答案：D
解析：learning学习；communication交流；work工作；transport运输，运送。根据下文“I will be riding ... in the future.”可知，此处指在交通方面的巨大进步。故选D。
51．A.benefits B．advances
C．promises D．challenges
答案：B
解析：benefit益处；advance进步；promise承诺；challenge挑战。根据上文“brought by the advances in technology”可知，此处指技术的进步。故选B。
52．A.hours B．days
C．minutes D．weeks
答案：A
解析：根据上文“The working day”以及下文“thanks to robots”可知，此处指由于机器人，作者每天的工作时间将只有4个小时。故选A。
53．A.that B．it
C．which D．what
答案：D
解析：句意：工作更少的时间意味着我可以做我最喜欢的事情，比如花时间和家人朋友在一起，参加有趣的活动和学习新技能。do后接宾语从句，从句缺少宾语，指事物，应用what。故选D。
54．A.enhancing B．entertaining
C．engaging D．encountering
答案：C
解析：enhance提高；entertain使快乐；engage参加；encounter偶遇。此处指参加有趣的活动。故选C。
55．A.inspiration B．motivation
C．appreciation D．impression
答案：B
解析：inspiration灵感；motivation动力，动机；appreciation感激；impression印象。根据下文“so that I can ... future life”可知，这样的想法给了作者现在努力学习的动力。故选B。
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
English is the international working language so it is __56__ (wide) used in the world. English has gone through three periods: Old English, Middle English and Modern English.
In the __57__ (five) century, three Germanic groups—the Anglos, the Saxons and the Jutes invaded Britain and they spoke similar languages, __58__ developed into what we now call Old English.
Unlike Old English, Middle English can __59__ (read), although with difficulty, by modern English－speaking people. Many factors contributed to the __60__ (develop) of Middle English. However, in 1066, the Normans who came from France took control __61__ England, which did not have the same result that the Germanic invasion had about 600 year earlier. But French still had __62__ influence on English. This led to even more pairs of similar words.
From the 16th century, the British began to communicate with many peoples from around the world. This meant many new __63__ (word) entered the language. Modern English, quite different from Old English and Middle English, includes many Latin and Greek words. As we all know, people will keep __64__ (invent) new words and English __65__ (change) over the time.
56．______ 57.______ 58.______ 59.______
60．______ 61.______ 62.______ 63.______
64．______ 65.______
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了英语经历的三个历程：古英语、中古英语和现代英语。
56．答案：widely
解析：考查词性转换。句意：英语是一种国际工作语言，所以它在世界上被广泛应用。修饰动词used，应用副词作状语。故填widely。
57．答案：fifth
解析：考查数词。根据设空后的century可知，此处应用序数词fifth，表示“第五”。in the fifth century意为“在第五世纪”。故填fifth。
58．答案：which
解析：考查定语从句的引导词。设空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是languages，指物，关系词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词which引导。故填which。
59．答案：be read
解析：考查动词的语态和情态动词。动词read和Middle English之间为被动关系，应用被动语态；置于情态动词can之后，应用动词原形。故填be read。
60．答案：development
解析：考查词性转换。根据设空前的定冠词the和设空后的介词of可知，此处应用名词作宾语。development意为“发展”，为不可数名词。故填development。
61．答案：of
解析：考查介词。句意：然而，在1066年，来自法国的诺曼人控制了英国，这与大约600年前日耳曼入侵的结果不同。take control of意为“控制”，为固定短语。故填of。
62．答案：an
解析：考查冠词。句意：但是法语对英语仍然有影响。have an influence on意为“对……有影响”，为固定短语。故填an。
63．答案：words
解析：考查名词。根据设空前的many可知，此处应用名词复数。故填words。
64．答案：inventing
解析：考查非谓语动词。句意：众所周知，人们会不断地创造新词，英语也会随着时间的推移而变化。keep doing sth意为“一直做某事”。故填inventing。
65．答案：will be changing
解析：考查动词的时态。根据上文will keep及下文over the time可知，此处应用将来进行时，表示随着时间的推移，英语将持续不断地发生变化。故填will be changing。
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
随着科学技术的进步，人工智能技术在生活中多个领域被广泛应用，请以“Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence？”为题写一篇议论文，并包含如下内容：
1．人工智能技术的优势：使人们生活更加便利、帮助人类完成危险工作；
2．人工智能技术的弊端：导致失业、难以应对突发状况等；
3．阐述自己的观点。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3．标题已给出，不计入总词数。
Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence
[精彩范文]
Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence
Nowadays, with the development of technology, artificial intelligence is becoming more and more popular. It is universally acknowledged that AI plays an important role in our daily lives.
On one hand, I believe that AI such as face recognition makes our lives much more convenient and safer. What's of great importance is that AI like some robots can also do things that are too difficult or dangerous for people to do.
On the other hand, with AI taking the place of people in some industries, it will be more difficult for people to get jobs to make a living. Besides, some emergencies may not be coped with perfectly.
Personally, every coin has two sides. Only when we make good use of it, can it bring us great benefits.
第二节(满分25分)
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。
“A nursing home would be safer, Dad，” Arlyn told her father, Jim.
“No way，” Jim interrupted. His wife passed away just a year before. At 91, he still wanted to remain in the cottage that he and his wife had built.
Jim started experiencing an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. Arlyn found his decline was indeed all－consuming. However, she herself was in her late sixties; her house was a 40－minute drive from the cottage. One day, when she read about a new eldercare service called Care Coach, it fueled her interest. For about $200 a month, a computerized avatar (头像) (controlled remotely by a human caregiver) would watch over a home－bound person 24 hours a day. She signed up immediately.
A week later, a tablet arrived. Following the instructions, Arlyn uploaded dozens of family pictures. Then an animated dog appeared on the screen. She presented the tablet to Jim, pointing to the screen pet, and said excitedly, “Here Dad. You have a new companion.” Jim, doubtful about the dog's service, knew he had to learn how to get along with the dog before Alzheimer's took hold.
Within a week, Jim and his dog, whom he named Pony, settled into a routine. Every 15 minutes or so, Pony would look for Jim calling his name if he was out of view. Sometimes Jim would “pet” to awake the sleeping Pony on screen. Pony reminded Jim which caretaker would be visiting to do the tasks: preparing meals, driving him to a senior center, etc. Pony would read poetry aloud or discuss the news. When Pony praised Jim's sweater, Jim repaid by petting Pony's screen with his finger sending hearts floating up from the dog's head. One evening when Arlyn came to visit her father as usual, she was amazed to find that Pony was holding up a photo of her late mum to her dad between its paws.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Jim stared at the photo fondly, with tears welling up in his eyes. Seeing the close bond between Pony and her dad, Arlyn felt a relief.
写前导读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Arlyn (艾琳)为91岁的父亲Jim (吉姆)注册了一个新的老年护理服务——由人类远程控制，可以一天24小时监控一个居家的人。之后她收到一个平板，屏幕上有一只动画狗，父亲给动画狗取名为 Pony (波尼)。一天晚上，Arlyn惊讶地发现 Pony用爪子向父亲举起了一张她已故母亲的照片，父亲看到照片后情绪如何？看着父亲和Pony的相处，Arlyn有何感受？
[精彩范文]
Jim stared at the photo fondly, with tears welling up in his eyes. Memories flashed through Jim's mind. It had been more than a year since his wife's death and hardly had he mentioned her anymore. That day, though, he gazed at the photo affectionately and declared emotionally, “I still love her.” Sensing Jim's sadness, Pony sent hearts to Jim on the screen and comforted him. Uplifted by Pony's loving remarks, Jim petted Pony's screen with his finger sending hearts floating up from the dog's head again. Pony responded with its tail wagging cheerfully. Arlyn sat in silence, with an illusion of slipping back to the old happy days.
Seeing the close bond between Pony and her dad, Arlyn felt a relief. She was amazed at Pony's heart warming service and her dad's fondness for Pony. Pony was more than just a virtual companion; rather, he had become a member of the family, a loyal friend who had helped them through the tough times. With time going by, Arlyn noticed the improvement in her father's cognitive ability and mood, and he got more engaged in conversations. Arlyn was grateful to Pony. Knowing that Pony was not a substitute for human interaction, she resolved to cherish every moment with her dad, for the presence of loved ones was crucial.
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WELCOME UNIT
第二单元检测卷
第一部分
第二部分
第三部分
第四部分
目录
CONTENTS
1
2
3
4
第一部分
时间：120分钟 满分：150分
较易题(占比60%) 中档题(占比30%) 拔高题(占比10%)
题型 听力 阅读 七选五 完形填空 语法填空 应用文 写作 读后续写
A B C D 难度 ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★★ ★ ★ ★★★
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
Text 1
1．What color is the woman's cat
A．Black.
B．White.
C．Gray.
W：Have you seen a cat near here
M：I saw three—a black one, a gray one and a white one. Which is yours
W：The black and the gray one belong to my neighbor. The other is mine.
Text 2
2．Where did the man leave his bag
A．On the bus.
B．At school.
C．At his friend's.
W：You're late. What happened I hope you didn't get into trouble at school.
M：No. I got off the bus and then realized I'd left my bag on the seat. My friend took it to his house, so I had to go and collect it.
Text 3
3．What caused the mark on the woman's arm
A．An insect.
B．A dog.
C．A child.
M：What is that mark on your arm Did you get touched by an insect
W：No, I was holding my sister's baby and he bit me. He's like a little dog chewing on everything.
Text 4
4．Why is the man in such a rush
A．He missed his train.
B．He needed to buy a train ticket.
C．He went to the wrong station.
W：Your ticket says your train leaves from Penn Station, not Grand Central Station. If you take a taxi there, you might make it on time!
M：Oh, no. Thanks, I'll try. I only have 30 minutes left！
Text 5
5．What are the speakers discussing about
A．Kinds of restaurants.
B．Types of food.
C．Areas of town.
W：We had a great meal at the new place on High Street. The one across the road does good food as well.
M：Have you tried the Indian restaurant in the town center I've heard good reports about it.
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
Text 6
M：Hey lady, I just cleaned that floor. Look at all your foot prints.
W：Oh no, I do apologize.
M：There is a big sign outside saying “Not Available”. Didn't you see it
W：I didn't. Please forgive me.
M：Oh, it's OK. I'll do it again.
W：I tell my kids off when they do that at home—and now here I am doing the same thing.
M：Don't worry about it. The boss will just think I'm working slowly. It's not a big deal.
6．How does the woman feel
A．Lucky.
B．Sorry.
C．Worried.
7．What will the man do next
A．Complain to the boss.
B．Leave the foot prints.
C．Clean the floor again.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
Text 7
W：Excuse me. Can you tell me if there is a gas station around here
M：Yeah. There are a few. The closest one is only a couple of blocks away, but it's a little expensive. The cheapest one is about two miles from here.
W：Well, I think I should just go for the closest one!
M：OK. Just go straight until you see the first traffic lights up there. Take a left turn, and go down one block. You'll see the gas station near a post office.
W：OK. I should be able to make it.
8．How far is it from here to the cheapest gas station
A．About two miles.
B．About five miles.
C．A couple of blocks away.
9．Which one will the woman go to finally
A．The cheapest one.
B．The closest one.
C．The farther one.
10．Where should the woman take a left turn
A．At the gas station.
B．At the post office.
C．At the first traffic lights.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
Text 8
M：What do you think of the students in our class
W：I love those children. They are so lively.
M：They love you too. They said that you were the best teacher they had ever had.
W：When I first came into the classroom, all the students stood up and looked at me. They all had a smile on their faces.
M：It seems that they began loving you from the very beginning.
W：Right. They are also very active. No one is shy.
M：That's why you became friends with each other.
W：I really don't want to leave. But I have to because of my parents.
11．What is the woman probably
A．A student.
B．A teacher.
C．A headmaster.
12．What are those students like
A．Active.
B．Shy.
C．Hard working.
13．Why does the woman have to go
A．Because of her friends.
B．Because of her health.
C．Because of her parents.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
Text 9
W：Hello, Jack. How are you
M：I'm doing good. And you
W：I'm all fine. I am just wondering what you were thinking of choosing as a career when you grow up.
M：I'm dreaming of becoming a furniture designer. Furniture is what I'm most interested in and I wouldn't feel happy in a different career.
W：It's great that you're going for something that you like and not just what others tell you to do.
M：Thanks, I am lucky that my parents don't force me into a career. What about yours
W：Well, I don't want a job in IT or as a lawyer. To tell you the truth, I want to be a nurse. So I can fight against the diseases. But my parents want me to be a teacher. It's hard for me to choose my career. I wish my parents would agree with me.
M：Oh, I think your parents will understand you. The key is to insist on your choice, but you need to present yourself gently.
W：Sure I'll do that right away, I must be off now. See you tomorrow.
M：Good luck, see you.
14．What are the two speakers talking about
A．Future career plans.
B．Their parents' expectations.
C．The future of their education.
15．What does the man want to be
A．An architect.
B．A furniture designer.
C．A computer programmer.
16．What does the woman want to be when she grows up
A．A lawyer.
B．A teacher.
C．A nurse.
17．What is the man's suggestion for the woman
A．To argue with her parents.
B．To insist on her own choice.
C．To follow her parents' advice.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
Text 10
Books have always been an important part of people's lives. Libraries were important parts of both universities and town centers, and many of the first successful companies in modern times made their money by selling books. Like newspapers, publishers used to have a lot of power and influence, but nowadays, the companies that control digital information seem to have taken over.
In particular, e－books have replaced traditional books for most modern readers, especially in big cities, for whom everything has to be easy to carry and convenient to use. Tech companies like Amazon and Apple sell “e－readers” that can contain thousands of books, and their online stores list millions of titles, far more than any bookstore could ever hold.
As more and more people buy computers, smart phones, and tablets, the market for e－books continues to grow. Many traditional book publishers and bookstores have gone out of business. For example, Border's Group used to be one of the largest bookstores in the United States, with more than 600 locations and billions of dollars in sales every year. But after e－books appeared, they started losing money and had to close all their stores.
18．What organizations used to have a lot of power according to the speaker
A．Libraries and printing companies.
B．Universities and bookstores.
C．Newspapers and publishers.
19．Why do many city people like e－books
A．They are easier to carry.
B．They are cheaper.
C．They are more interesting.
20．What can we learn about Border's Group
A．They were bought by a tech company.
B．They made billions of dollars this year.
C．They used to have more than 600 stores.
第二部分
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分 50 分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Don't take another boring phone selfie until you've seen this ...
*What Are We Talking About
It's the new Drone X Pro, a brand new type of drone. It's perfect for making the ultimate selfies!
It was designed by two German engineers who love drones. They found that the drones they had were very large, heavy and difficult to travel with. So, they designed the Drone X Pro.
It's firm and easy to control and it can live stream and record to your phone!
*What Makes Drone X Pro So Special
The drone is the same size as a large bine that with its foldable rotors (旋翼) and it will comfortably fit in any pocket or bag!
Absolutely, anyone can easily fly this drone! Its controls were designed to perfection. It also has an incredible hovering (盘旋) capability. No need to focus on the height; just enjoy the flight!
A drone with this name needs a quality camera of course. This drone is just perfect to take wonderful pictures and videos. Film nature, friends and even yourself in amazing quality!
Last but not least, the price is just amazing. They sell it for only $99 (link here), which is extremely cheap for a drone of this quality!
*Is It Really Worth It
Such a quality drone for this price makes us definitely say yes! This must be the single best price quality drone there is! If you've never flown a drone, this is the moment you should start!
篇章导读：本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了一款全新的无人机X Pro。
21．What may the Drone X Pro be used for according to the text
A．Taking selfies. B．Guiding tourists.
C．Playing games. D．Finding the missing.
解析：细节理解题。根据“What Are We Talking About？”部分中的“It's the new Drone X Pro ... the ultimate selfies！(这是新的无人机X Pro，一种全新的无人机。它是终极自拍的完美之选！)”可知，X Pro无人机可用于自拍。故选A。
22．Which feature helps the Drone X Pro easy to carry
A．It's well packed. B．It's foldable.
C．It's phone shaped. D．It's wearable.
解析：细节理解题。根据“What Makes Drone X Pro So Special？”部分中的“The drone is ... fit in any pocket or bag！(这种无人机与一部大型智能手机的大小相同。再加上它的可折叠旋翼，它将很容易地被放在任何口袋或袋子中！)”可知，X Pro无人机可以折叠，使得它容易携带。故选B。
23．What is the purpose of the text
A．To advertise a new drone.
B．To compare different drones.
C．To introduce a new drone.
D．To teach how to select drones.
解析：推理判断题。根据“What Makes Drone X Pro So Special？”部分中的“The drone is ... fit in any pocket or bag！”以及“Is It Really Worth It？”部分中的“Such a quality drone ... you should start！”可推知，本文的主要目的是为一种新型无人机做广告。故选A。
B
Imagine Dad and I are watching the Olympic Games in our media room someday in the future. The screen drops down to cover one wall. We give our robot Sylvia our orders for popcorn and juice for dinner. She is only a machine but she looks like a human and helps with the housework.
We are having popcorn for dinner tonight because something is wrong with our oven (烤箱). It is broken and keeps on repeating that it doesn't remember how to cook. Dad thinks the shooting star passing by Earth has caused the problem.
“I did see a shooting star yesterday，” I said. “Maybe that's why I had trouble getting Sylvia started this morning. She turned around and around, hardly stood when she tried to take a step, and almost fell backwards. She finally started moving towards me, but then suddenly turned, and went backwards. I thought she was going to knock into a wall. It was lucky that she got her balance in the end and successfully stood up.”
At last, Sylvia arrives with our popcorn and drinks. I look at the screen and watch the Olympic Games. Sylvia watches it too. Dad gives her coins as a tip. Sylvia thanks him for the coins and starts to leave the room. Then she turns back to where we are sitting. I hear some clicking sounds. The sounds mean that she is searching her memory chips for information. “During the Olympics I should get medals, not coins，” she says.
Dad and I just look at each other. Sylvia doesn't seem to know that robots aren't supposed to think. Then we burst out laughing and award Sylvia a gold medal.
篇章导读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了在未来日常生活中智能机器人学会思考的故事。
24．From Paragraph 3 we can learn ________．
A．Sylvia knocked into the wall
B．Sylvia was possibly out of order
C．Sylvia was hit by a shooting star
D．Sylvia wouldn't like to work for us
解析：推理判断题。根据第三段中的“She turned around ... and went backwards.”可推知，机器人Sylvia (西尔维娅)可能出了故障。故选B。
25．Why does Sylvia ask for a medal as a tip
A．Because she has got enough coins.
B．Because she works hard for dinner.
C．Because she wants to watch the game.
D．Because she has learned to think by memory chips.
解析：推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“The sounds mean that ... she says.(这些声音意味着她正在记忆芯片中搜寻信息。‘在奥运会期间，我应该获得奖牌，而不是硬币，’她说。)”以及最后一段中的“Sylvia doesn't seem to know that robots aren't supposed to think.(西尔维娅似乎不知道机器人不应该思考。)”可推知，Sylvia要一枚奖牌作为小费是因为她已经学会了通过记忆芯片思考。故选D。
26．How do Dad and I find Sylvia's performance
A．Worrying. B．Annoying.
C．Amazing. D．Frightening.
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段内容可知，当机器人Sylvia会索要奖牌作为小费时，作者和父亲互相看着对方，认为Sylvia似乎不知道机器人不应该思考。由此可推知，她的各种表现令作者和父亲感到惊奇。故选C。
27．What is the most suitable title for the text
A．An extraordinary tip for a robot
B．Our unexpected life in the future
C．The robot—an important helper
D．The function of robots like humans
解析：标题判断题。通读全文可知，本文描绘了一幅未来生活的场景：爸爸和作者在媒体室看奥运会，机器人Sylvia 提供爆米花和果汁，爸爸用硬币作为小费，机器人则坚持在奥运期间应该获得奖牌，而不是硬币。因此A项(一个机器人的不平常的小费)最适合作为文章标题。故选A。
C
The imitation (模仿) game, as proposed by mathematician Alan Turing in his 1950 paper “Computing Machinery and Intelligence”， tasks a person and a computer, with answering questions from a third person or judge. The questioner must then tell which is human. This has come to be known as the Turing Test.
Turing proposed that if a machine could successfully imitate a person, then it had “artificial intelligence”. So what is artificial intelligence, and could you tell the difference between a person and AI
AI refers to the creation of intelligent machines that can think and act like human beings. These systems are designed to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence, such as understanding natural language, recognizing images and making decisions.
AI has come a long way in recent years and is now being used in a variety of industries, such as healthcare, finance and transportation. With advances in machine learning and natural language processing, AI is becoming increasingly advanced and is able to perform more difficult tasks with greater accuracy.
As a person, I believe that there is great possibility that AI can greatly improve our lives. However, as with any new technology, there are also concerns about the impact of AI on our society.
So what do you think of AI I asked ChatGPT to “tell me as humanly as possible what AI is”， and the previous three paragraphs are its answer. You are the judge, and I am the human respondent. Did you think my intro was AI What I know is that I am scared of AI.
Programs like ChatGPT use machine learning to create text in response to user input. This means the program learns from existing content to produce new content which can make it hard to tell original work from plagiarized (抄袭的) work.
Concerns of plagiarism and misinformation are increasing as programs like ChatGPT and other AI technologies use existing writing, art and knowledge to produce human like work. This opens the door to numerous debates on the ethics (道德伦理) of AI and the information these programs are learning from. Are these sources accurate Is the machine learning algorithm (算法) committing theft
It is our job—that is, as humans—to keep AI in check and ensure its ethical development and usage. AI might not be ready to put an end to humanity, but it is still reasonable to be careful about its progress.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了人工智能的发展和应用情况。
28．What is the purpose of the Turing Test according to the text
A．To test the intelligence of humans.
B．To judge the performance of AI systems.
C．To explore the possible applications of AI.
D．To determine the threat caused by AI to humans.
解析：细节理解题。根据第一段“The imitation (模仿) game ... as the Turing Test.(模仿游戏是数学家艾伦·图灵在1950年的论文《计算机器与智能》中提出的，它要求一个人和一台计算机回答第三人或评判员提出的问题。提问者必须分辨出哪一个是人类。这就是众所周知的图灵测试。)”以及第二段“Turing proposed that ... a person and AI？(图灵提出，如果一台机器能够成功地模仿人，那么它就有了‘人工智能’。那么什么是人工智能，你能分辨出人和人工智能之间的区别吗？)”可知，图灵测试的目的是评估人工智能系统的性能。故选B。
29．What are Paragraphs 3－5 mainly about
A．AI's applications.
B．AI's limitations.
C．AI's self description.
D．AI's development.
解析：段落大意题。根据第六段中的“So what do you think of ... its answer.(你怎么看待人工智能？我要求ChatGPT ‘尽可能人性化地告诉我人工智能是什么’，前面三段就是它的答案。)”可知，文章第三到五段为ChatGPT的自述。故选C。
30．Why is it not clear whether AI's works are original or plagiarized according to the text
A．They are based on existing human works.
B．They are not as good as what humans create.
C．They are mostly writing and artwork.
D．The systems may give false information.
解析：细节理解题。根据第七段中的“This means the program ... from plagiarized (抄袭的) work.”可知，人工智能程序从现有内容中学习，从而产生新的内容，这就很难区分原创作品和抄袭作品。故选A。
31．What is the author's attitude toward AI's development in the future
A．Negative. B．Positive.
C．Puzzled. D．Cautious.
解析：推理判断题。根据最后一段“It is our job ... about its progress.(这是我们的工作——也就是说，作为人类——控制人工智能并确保其道德发展和应用。人工智能可能还没有准备好终结人类，但对它的进步保持谨慎仍然是合理的。)”可推知，作者对于人工智能的发展持谨慎的态度。故选D。
D
To provide visitors with a special experience, theme parks are putting more money into Virtual Reality (VR) technology. In fact, the lifestyle team of the website, The Week, attended the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo in Orlando. The purpose was to do a study on the implementation (实施) of VR technology on roller coasters. The team studied 23 roller coaster manufacturers (制造商) in Europe and found that eight of those manufacturers had implemented VR technology into at least one of their roller coasters. Based on their study, it appears that VR technology is already an important and growing factor in the future development of theme parks.
The theme park industry at first saw VR technology as a cost－saving means to put new life into attractions.In 2015, companies such as Six Flags began adding VR technology to their roller coasters. It soon became clear, however, that there were many difficulties with implementing VR technology on the rides. Because of the time it took to provide riders with VR headsets (头戴式受话器), wait times and lines began to increase. Moreover, companies had to train employees how to set up the VR systems and make sure that all headsets were clean. This proved not to be cost－saving, so new systems had to be put into place.
Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Virginia, set out to solve these problems by developing a two－part headset for the ride Battle for Eire. The park worked with Falcon's Creative Group to develop this new technology, which allowed guests to be fitted with a headpiece while the guests were waiting in line. This shortened wait times and provided a cleaner environment. Falcon's Creative Group and Busch Gardens used creative thinking to improve an attraction that was built around VR.
According to TEA/AECOM Global Attractions Attendance Report, there were more than 252 million people visit the top 25 theme parks in the world. To keep these numbers, it is important that these and other theme－park companies continue to come up with new ideas to create and introduce great attractions—especially those that make use of VR technology.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了很多制造商在过山车上采用了VR技术，且VR技术在未来主题公园的发展中起到很大作用。
32．What did The Week find
A．VR technology may greatly influence the future theme parks.
B．Half of the studied theme parks have used VR technology.
C．Roller coasters were getting less popular than before.
D．Theme parks have not realized the importance of VR technology.
解析：推理判断题。根据第一段中的“it appears that VR technology ... of theme parks(虚拟现实技术似乎已经是主题公园未来发展中一个日益重要的因素)”可推知，The Week发现，VR技术可能会极大地影响未来的主题公园。故选A。
33．What happened after Six Flags used VR technology
A．Visitors thought highly of the improvement.
B．The number of visitors hugely increased.
C．Many unexpected problems appeared.
D．A lot of money was saved.
解析：细节理解题。根据第二段中的“In 2015, companies ... the rides.”可知，在Six Flags应用了VR技术之后，很多问题显现出来。故选C。
34．What did Busch Gardens do
A．It creatively developed a headset.
B．It employed more workers.
C．It worked with other companies to build new theme parks.
D．It chose to use its traditional technology again.
解析：细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Busch Gardens ... Battle for Eire.”可知，为了解决问题，Busch Gardens(布希公园)开发了一款新的头戴式受话器。故选A。
35．What did the author advise theme parks to do
A．To develop creative attractions.
B．To give up traditional technology.
C．To work with other theme parks.
D．To build new theme parks.
解析：细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“To keep ... VR technology.”可知，作者建议主题公园继续提出新的创意，创造有吸引力的娱乐设施。故选A。
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In today's fast－paced world, comfort and relaxation are keys to a happy daily life. People want to have their tasks finished as quickly and as efficiently as possible. We all search for convenience. __36__. Here are the top Smart Home trends to follow. With these all by your side, you can transform your living.
Improved home security, safety, and privacy
__37__. Security firms are now offering some very next－level security systems that safeguard homes and protect privacy. Artificial Intelligence biometric authentication, robust protection against cyber－attacks, advanced cameras, and alarm systems are some examples of Smart Home solutions.
Voice－assistant smart technology
Voice－assistant innovative technology helps users do a lot like turning on music, computers, TVs and other devices inside their homes! __38__. An example of such technology is Amazon Alexa, which can assist you in better everyday living!
__39__
You can also use Smart Home technology to help you with everyday household chores! You can stay in bed in your pyjamas while your AI vacuum cleaner does all the work for you!
Smart healthcare technology
__40__. These can significantly help in case of emergencies. 5G technology has come up, allowing devices to function without any wires or connections. All of that can help in certain situations when a quick reaction is necessary.
A．Smart home cleaning
B．Smart touchless technology
C．We all want our homes to look nice and bright
D．That's why more and more people are interested in Smart Home
E．These are always the most important things for every homeowner
F．It also helps in making a cosy atmosphere by adjusting temperature and lighting
G．Smart devices allow fast communication with medical professionals over the Internet
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了智能家居的几个能帮助人们改善日常生活的功能。
36．答案：D
37．答案：E
解析：上文提到在当今快节奏的世界里，舒适和放松是快乐日常生活的关键。人们希望尽快高效地完成任务。我们都寻求方便。D项(这就是为什么越来越多的人对智能家居感兴趣)承接上文。故选D。
解析：根据本段小标题“Improved home security, safety, and privacy”可知，安全和隐私对每个家庭来说都非常重要。E项(对于每个房主来说，这些都是最重要的事情)符合语境。故选E。
38．答案：F
39．答案：A
解析：上文“Voice－assistant innovative ... their homes！”提到语音助手创新技术帮助用户在家里打开音乐、电脑、电视和其他设备，F项(它还可以通过调节温度和光线来营造舒适的氛围)承接上文。故选F。
解析：设空处为本段小标题。根据下文“You can also ... the work for you！”可知，本段主要讲述智能家居的清洁功能。A项(智能家居清洁)符合语境。故选A。
40．答案：G
解析：根据本段小标题“Smart healthcare technology(智能医疗技术)”可知，设空处内容应与医疗相关。G项(智能设备允许通过互联网与医疗专业人员进行快速通信)符合语境。故选G。
第三部分
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I imagine my future, I see myself as an adult who is confident in my abilities, doing a job I love and living my life __41__. When I grow up, I will be enjoying more __42__ brought by the advances in technology, with more time to pursue my __43__ and enjoy the company of my family and friends. For these reasons, I look forward to the future as the happiest time of my life.
I will feel happy in the future because I will learn more about life and __44__ into the best person I can be. I will become more knowledgeable about the world and myself. I will also handle more responsibilities and __45__ problems in a more thoughtful manner.
__46__ new technology, my future life is sure to improve in various ways. Homes will become __47__ to the extent that they might be programmed to learn about our needs and __48__ our health and activity. I can imagine hearing an AI voice __49__ me to buy groceries or do more exercise! There will also be enormous advancements in __50__ options. I will be riding in a self－driving car, and other new means of transport may be developed in the future. These __51__ in technology are certain to make my future
life more comfortable and convenient. The working day will be only four __52__ long thanks to robots. Working less time means I can do __53__ I enjoy most, such as spending time with family and friends, __54__ in fun activities and learning new skills.
Thinking this way gives me the __55__ to work hard now so that I can have a successful, fulfilling(令人满足的) and enjoyable future life.
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。作者憧憬了自己未来的幸福生活。
41．A.responsibly B．importantly
C．differently D．uncomfortably
42．A.interests B．experience
C．convenience D．changes
解析：responsibly负责任地；importantly重要地；differently不同地；uncomfortably不舒服地。根据上文“I see myself ... a job I love”可知，作者将负责任地过着自己的生活。故选A。
解析： interest兴趣；experience 经历；convenience方便；change改变。根据下文“brought by the advances in technology”可知，此处指更加享受科技进步带来的便利。故选C。
43．A.habits B．hobbies
C．ideas D．chances
44．A.form B．develop
C．expect D．decide
解析：habit习惯；hobby爱好；idea观点；chance机会。根据下文“enjoy the company of my family and friends”可知，此处指有更多的时间去追求自己的爱好。故选B。
解析：form形成；develop发展；expect期望；decide决定。根据上文“because I will learn more about life”可知，将来的作者会发展成为他能成为的最好的人。故选B。
45．A.notice B．find
C．change D．solve
46．A.Turn to B．Devote to
C．Thanks to D．Lead to
解析：notice注意到；find发现；change改变；solve解决。根据下文“in a more thoughtful manner”可知，作者将以更周到的方式解决问题。故选D。
解析：turn to转向，求助于；devote to致力于；thanks to由于；多亏；lead to导致。根据下文“my future life is sure to improve in various ways”可知，由于技术的进步，作者未来的生活肯定会以各种方式得到改善。故选C。
47．A.smarter B．worthier
C．worse D．cuter
48．A.warn B．ignore
C．monitor D．understand
解析：smarter更智能的，更聪明的；worthier更值得的；worse更糟糕的；cuter更可爱的。根据下文“they might be programmed ... our health and activity”可知，家居将变得更加智能。故选A。
解析： warn警告；ignore忽略；monitor监控；understand理解。根据上文“Homes will become __47__ to the extent”可知，家居将变得更加智能，可以监控我们的健康和活动。故选C。
49．A.want B．remind
C．ask D．order
50．A.learning B．communication
C．work D．transport
解析：根据上文“an AI voice”可知，此处指人工智能的声音提醒作者买杂货或多做运动。故选B。
解析：learning学习；communication交流；work工作；transport运输，运送。根据下文“I will be riding ... in the future.”可知，此处指在交通方面的巨大进步。故选D。
51．A.benefits B．advances
C．promises D．challenges
52．A.hours B．days
C．minutes D．weeks
解析：benefit益处；advance进步；promise承诺；challenge挑战。根据上文“brought by the advances in technology”可知，此处指技术的进步。故选B。
解析：根据上文“The working day”以及下文“thanks to robots”可知，此处指由于机器人，作者每天的工作时间将只有4个小时。故选A。
53．A.that B．it
C．which D．what
54．A.enhancing B．entertaining
C．engaging D．encountering
解析：句意：工作更少的时间意味着我可以做我最喜欢的事情，比如花时间和家人朋友在一起，参加有趣的活动和学习新技能。do后接宾语从句，从句缺少宾语，指事物，应用what。故选D。
解析：enhance提高；entertain使快乐；engage参加；encounter偶遇。此处指参加有趣的活动。故选C。
55．A.inspiration B．motivation
C．appreciation D．impression
解析：inspiration灵感；motivation动力，动机；appreciation感激；impression印象。根据下文“so that I can ... future life”可知，这样的想法给了作者现在努力学习的动力。故选B。
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
English is the international working language so it is __56__ (wide) used in the world. English has gone through three periods: Old English, Middle English and Modern English.
In the __57__ (five) century, three Germanic groups—the Anglos, the Saxons and the Jutes invaded Britain and they spoke similar languages, __58__ developed into what we now call Old English.
Unlike Old English, Middle English can __59__ (read), although with difficulty, by modern English－speaking people. Many factors contributed to the __60__ (develop) of Middle English. However, in 1066, the Normans who came from France took control __61__ England, which did not have the same result that the Germanic invasion had about 600 year earlier. But French still had __62__ influence on English. This led to even more pairs of similar words.
From the 16th century, the British began to communicate with many peoples from around the world. This meant many new __63__ (word) entered the language. Modern English, quite different from Old English and Middle English, includes many Latin and Greek words. As we all know, people will keep __64__ (invent) new words and English __65__ (change) over the time.
56.__________ 57.________ 58.________ 59.________ 60.________
61.__________ 62.________ 63.________ 64.________ 65.________
篇章导读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了英语经历的三个历程：古英语、中古英语和现代英语。
56．答案：widely
57．答案：fifth
58．答案：which
解析：考查词性转换。句意：英语是一种国际工作语言，所以它在世界上被广泛应用。修饰动词used，应用副词作状语。故填widely。
解析：考查数词。根据设空后的century可知，此处应用序数词fifth，表示“第五”。in the fifth century意为“在第五世纪”。故填fifth。
解析：考查定语从句的引导词。设空处引导非限制性定语从句，先行词是languages，指物，关系词在从句中作主语，应用关系代词which引导。故填which。
59．答案：be read
60．答案：development
解析：考查动词的语态和情态动词。动词read和Middle English之间为被动关系，应用被动语态；置于情态动词can之后，应用动词原形。故填be read。
解析：考查词性转换。根据设空前的定冠词the和设空后的介词of可知，此处应用名词作宾语。development意为“发展”，为不可数名词。故填development。
61．答案：of
62．答案：an
解析：考查介词。句意：然而，在1066年，来自法国的诺曼人控制了英国，这与大约600年前日耳曼入侵的结果不同。take control of意为“控制”，为固定短语。故填of。
解析：考查冠词。句意：但是法语对英语仍然有影响。have an influence on意为“对……有影响”，为固定短语。故填an。
63．答案：words
64．答案：inventing
65．答案：will be changing
解析：考查名词。根据设空前的many可知，此处应用名词复数。故填words。
解析：考查非谓语动词。句意：众所周知，人们会不断地创造新词，英语也会随着时间的推移而变化。keep doing sth意为“一直做某事”。故填inventing。
解析：考查动词的时态。根据上文will keep及下文over the time可知，此处应用将来进行时，表示随着时间的推移，英语将持续不断地发生变化。故填will be changing。
第四部分
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
随着科学技术的进步，人工智能技术在生活中多个领域被广泛应用，请以“Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence？”为题写一篇议论文，并包含如下内容：
1．人工智能技术的优势：使人们生活更加便利、帮助人类完成危险工作；
2．人工智能技术的弊端：导致失业、难以应对突发状况等；
3．阐述自己的观点。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3．标题已给出，不计入总词数。
Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence
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Should We Advocate Artificial Intelligence
Nowadays, with the development of technology, artificial intelligence is becoming more and more popular. It is universally acknowledged that AI plays an important role in our daily lives.
On one hand, I believe that AI such as face recognition makes our lives much more convenient and safer. What's of great importance is that AI like some robots can also do things that are too difficult or dangerous for people to do.
On the other hand, with AI taking the place of people in some industries, it will be more difficult for people to get jobs to make a living. Besides, some emergencies may not be coped with perfectly.
Personally, every coin has two sides. Only when we make good use of it, can it bring us great benefits.
第二节(满分25分)
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。
“A nursing home would be safer, Dad，” Arlyn told her father, Jim.
“No way，” Jim interrupted. His wife passed away just a year before. At 91, he still wanted to remain in the cottage that he and his wife had built.
Jim started experiencing an early sign of Alzheimer's disease. Arlyn found his decline was indeed all－consuming. However, she herself was in her late sixties; her house was a 40－minute drive from the cottage. One day, when she read about a new eldercare service called Care Coach, it fueled her interest. For about $200 a month, a computerized avatar (头像) (controlled remotely by a human caregiver) would watch over a home－bound person 24 hours a day. She signed up immediately.
A week later, a tablet arrived. Following the instructions, Arlyn uploaded dozens of family pictures. Then an animated dog appeared on the screen. She presented the tablet to Jim, pointing to the screen pet, and said excitedly, “Here Dad. You have a new companion.” Jim, doubtful about the dog's service, knew he had to learn how to get along with the dog before Alzheimer's took hold.
Within a week, Jim and his dog, whom he named Pony, settled into a routine. Every 15 minutes or so, Pony would look for Jim calling his name if he was out of view. Sometimes Jim would “pet” to awake the sleeping Pony on screen. Pony reminded Jim which caretaker would be visiting to do the tasks: preparing meals, driving him to a senior center, etc. Pony would read poetry aloud or discuss the news. When Pony praised Jim's sweater, Jim repaid by petting Pony's screen with his finger sending hearts floating up from the dog's head. One evening when Arlyn came to visit her father as usual, she was amazed to find that Pony was holding up a photo of her late mum to her dad between its paws.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150个左右；
2．请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Jim stared at the photo fondly, with tears welling up in his eyes. ﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍
Seeing the close bond between Pony and her dad, Arlyn felt a relief. ﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍﹍
写前导读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了Arlyn (艾琳)为91岁的父亲Jim (吉姆)注册了一个新的老年护理服务——由人类远程控制，可以一天24小时监控一个居家的人。之后她收到一个平板，屏幕上有一只动画狗，父亲给动画狗取名为 Pony (波尼)。一天晚上，Arlyn惊讶地发现 Pony用爪子向父亲举起了一张她已故母亲的照片，父亲看到照片后情绪如何？看着父亲和Pony的相处，Arlyn有何感受？
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Jim stared at the photo fondly, with tears welling up in his eyes. Memories flashed through Jim's mind. It had been more than a year since his wife's death and hardly had he mentioned her anymore. That day, though, he gazed at the photo affectionately and declared emotionally, “I still love her.” Sensing Jim's sadness, Pony sent hearts to Jim on the screen and comforted him. Uplifted by Pony's loving remarks, Jim petted Pony's screen with his finger sending hearts floating up from the dog's head again. Pony responded with its tail wagging cheerfully. Arlyn sat in silence, with an illusion of slipping back to the old happy days.
Seeing the close bond between Pony and her dad, Arlyn felt a relief. She was amazed at Pony's heart warming service and her dad's fondness for Pony. Pony was more than just a virtual companion; rather, he had become a member of the family, a loyal friend who had helped them through the tough times. With time going by, Arlyn noticed the improvement in her father's cognitive ability and mood, and he got more engaged in conversations. Arlyn was grateful to Pony. Knowing that Pony was not a substitute for human interaction, she resolved to cherish every moment with her dad, for the presence of loved ones was crucial.
