| A．It’s rainy. | B．It’s cloudy. | C．It’s cold. |
Last summer, I had a life-changing experience when I decided to join a group of volunteers in rescuing homeless dogs. It all started when I read a post on social media about a group of abandoned dogs in desperate need of help. Without hesitation, 1 reached out to the organization leading the rescue mission.
Early one Saturday morning, our team gathered at a local animal shelter, armed with determination and a strong sense of purpose. We loaded the necessary supplies into our van, including food, water, blankets and leashes. As we set off, a mix of excitement and nervousness filled the air.
Our destination was a run-down area on the outskirts of town. The deserted streets were home to numerous homeless dogs, which had become victims of neglect. These innocent creatures, once someone’s beloved pets, were now struggling to survive on their own. Upon arriving, our-hearts sank at the sight of many poor dogs searching for food among the piles of garbage. It was a heartbreaking scene. We immediately sprang into action, spreading out to cover every corner of the neighborhood.
Approaching the dogs cautiously, we soon discovered that gaining their trust was not an easy task. Many had learned to fear humans after lasting unthinkable hardships It took patience, gentle words and gestures to approach them without causing distress. With’ each successful rescue, our spirits were uplifted. Some dogs willingly followed us, desperate to escape their miserable lives. Others required a bit more comfort, but eventually, we managed to lead them to safety. They received medical attention and were provided with much-needed love.
As the days went by, our team experienced both moments of joy and heartache. Some dogs were fortunate enough to find loving homes, while others faced challenges due to their extremely unpleasant pasts. But through it all, we persisted, knowing that saving every life made a difference.
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Out efforts began to produce positive results.
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Looking back on the summer I am filled with a sense of pride and contentment.
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As you walk into the Shandong Arts and Crafts Exhibition Centre, you are greeted
Its face is decorated with an artistically painted Chinese character, quan, and the cloud beneath it
From a large rabbit general who has an imposing (仪表堂堂的) appearance to a small rabbit baby who looks cute and
After dedicating two
“For me, crafting the rabbit is not just a job,
4 . Do you know anyone who has gone backpacking? It’s a type of travel that is low-cost and independent, often meaning no fixed plans regarding accommodation or destination.
Last year,my best friend’s parents retired at age 65 and set off on a 630-mile trail along the southwest coast of England. Each carrying a 15 kg backpack, Mike and Lorraine hiked along cliffs,explored golden sandy beaches and even cycled. For accommodation, they didn’t pre-book but stayed in whatever they could find on the day, which varied from Bed & Breakfast to camping in fields full of sheep.
Backpackers are also known for travelling with little money, but few begin with as little as Othmane Zolati from Morocco. In 2015, he embarked on (开始) an almost four-year journey, but he started out with just $80. He zigzagged (曲折前进) across 24 countries on the African continent and filmed his experience, aiming to show the world the diversity and beauty of Africa, all on a shoestring budget. He said that he often had to do odd jobs and rely on the kindness of strangers to be able to afford to keep travelling.
| A．So, don’t give up. |
| B．But, forget this. |
| C．But it was worth it. |
| D．Some people can spend years backpacking around the world. |
| E．Hiking is one of the most important parts of backpacking, which is very popular. |
| F．They did stop for the occasional well-deserved cup of tea—they were in England after all. |
| G．The word “backpacking” comes from “backpack”, a type of bag you carry on your back. |
5 . Throughout history, technological progress has brought new wealth but has not always improved people’s lives. Economists now say it is not clear whether artificial intelligence (AI) will help or hurt society.
McKinley is a business consulting company. It said AI could add between $14 trillion and $22 trillion of value to the world’s economy. Supporters say the technology will create wealth and improve living standards. Some go as far as saying AI will increase people’s free time and help them be more creative. But others are worried the technology will lead to losing jobs. They point to Hollywood writers and actors who are worried that they will be replaced by technology.
The Internet arrived with a similar omen of more productivity, wealth and jobs. Recently, the French bank Natixis noted in its research that most of the wealth has gone to a few billionaires. And many of the jobs do not require highly paid, skilled workers. Some workers hope the technology will increase pay and job satisfaction. But they are also concerned that the technology could push people to work too hard.
Such concerns are not unfounded. History has shown the economic impact of technological progress is generally uncertain, unequal and even harmful. Johnson recently published a book, Power and Progress, with Dacron Acemoglu, another economist from MIT. They studied technological progress over the last 1,000 years including clothing production, train travel, and even food shopping. Johnson noted that it is easier to create something new than to make sure it works for everyone. The two economists looked at an invention called the spinning jenny that made it easier to turn cotton and wool into yarn (纱线). They said the device helped clothing production and created wealth for many people in the late 1700s. However, it also increased the demand for cotton and led to longer hours for workers. The demand also led to the growth of slavery in the southern United States.
As for AI technology, Johnson wonders if it will make existing inequalities worse, or “could it help us get back to something fairer”?
1. What does the underlined word “omen” mean in Paragraph 3?| A．Sign. | B．Requirement. | C．Experience | D．Level. |
| A．Lessons from history. | B．The excitement of creating new things. |
| C．Important technological innovations in history. | D．The application of the spinning jenny. |
| A．Surprised. | B．Scared. | C．Objective | D．Unfavourable |
| A．A book review. | B．A science fiction novel. | C．An economics textbook. | D．A technology report. |
6 . It seems inspiration strikes when you least expect it. This is what happened to Abhiudai Mishra, a
The glass bottle broke into pieces on the floor. As Mishra swept up the glass, he
Mishra started brainstorming how glass could be
The student start-up built a name for itself and grew
| A．professor | B．volunteer | C．teacher | D．student |
| A．established | B．set | C．joined | D．signed |
| A．stirring up | B．showing up | C．cleaning up | D．picking up |
| A．reused | B．dropped | C．opened | D．misused |
| A．wondered | B．heard | C．added | D．asked |
| A．exploring | B．testing | C．thinking | D．researching |
| A．rescued | B．designed | C．prevented | D．packed |
| A．websites | B．ways | C．workers | D．chances |
| A．appreciate | B．remember | C．remind | D．feel |
| A．mastered | B．searched | C．memorized | D．noticed |
| A．unusual | B．positive | C．immediate | D．general |
| A．inspiration | B．package | C．product | D．service |
| A．officially | B．immediately | C．kindly | D．proudly |
| A．in power | B．in popularity | C．on average | D．in size |
| A．emergency | B．failure | C．accident | D．affair |
7 . It’s not every day that you lose something unimportant and gain something amazing!
When Kason Johnson turned 8 years old,a big bunch of helium balloons (氨气球) was
Five hundred miles away,Todd Hurley was mowing (割草) his lawn in Cleveland, Tennessee when he
Most people would have thrown the balloons into the garbage,but not Todd!
Todd
Can you believe how
| A．donated | B．delivered | C．introduced | D．exposed |
| A．exciting | B．annoying | C．disappointing | D．challenging |
| A．track | B．touch | C．control | D．sight |
| A．blew up | B．flew away | C．ran out | D．faded away |
| A．prevented | B．doubted | C．spotted | D．ignored |
| A．balloon | B．package | C．box | D．envelope |
| A．Besides | B．Therefore | C．Instead | D．Otherwise |
| A．birthday | B．country | C．smile | D．city |
| A．expected | B．included | C．filled | D．stole |
| A．packed | B．sewed | C．mailed | D．unfolded |
| A．staff | B．detective | C．waiter | D．cashier |
| A．insect | B．bomb | C．pill | D．message |
| A．love | B．disbelief | C．beauty | D．confidence |
| A．grateful | B．fortunate | C．wise | D．powerful |
| A．foolish | B．adventurous | C．dangerous | D．generous |
8 . It was the day I graduated from university. The car I was driving
The driver climbed out of his truck, slowly and
My mom
I graduated that evening with my family in
| A．beat | B．found | C．attacked | D．hit |
| A．changed | B．decorated | C．destroyed | D．abandoned |
| A．carefully | B．curiously | C．considerately | D．creatively |
| A．showed off | B．went away | C．gave in | D．got up |
| A．harmonious | B．identical | C．broken | D．remarkable |
| A．wandered | B．screamed | C．danced | D．laughed |
| A．fag | B．key | C．head | D．hand |
| A．rejected | B．transformed | C．preserved | D．crashed |
| A．quietly | B．suddenly | C．sincerely | D．negatively |
| A．as for | B．except for | C．along with | D．in spite of |
| A．hear | B．plan | C．celebrate | D．reward |
| A．dirt | B．ice | C．blood | D．cash |
| A．invested | B．produced | C．monitored | D．repaired |
| A．particular | B．advance | C．attendance | D．person |
| A．relevant | B．strong | C．impressive | D．vivid |
9 . Remember Malcolm Gladwell’s famous “10,000-hour rule” from his bestselling book Outliers? It proposes that achieving mastery in any field requires roughly 10,000 hours of practice, emphasizing the importance of early professionalization and intensive practice for becoming an elite in a particular field.
This approach, known as “deliberate practice”, encourages setting goals from a young age, investing time and specializing in a specific field. On paper, it sounds like a good path to success, but when we look at the lives of elite athletes, musicians and scholars, we find a different story. In reality, many individuals who have risen to the top of their respective fields took a more diverse and winding route. They often explored a wide range of activities, gained a broad skill set, and only specialized at a later stage in life. In other words, the idea that one must know one’s specialization from a young age is fundamentally wrong.
Studies have shown that an approach called the “sampling period” is often more effective for achieving success. During this phase, individuals try various activities, gain diverse skills, identify their strengths and weaknesses, and only choose a field to specialize in once they have a clearer understanding of their passions and abilities.
Elite athletes, for example, rarely specialize in a single sport at a very young age. Instead, they engage in a variety of sports during their formative years, which allows them to acquire broad physical skills and discover their interests and talents. These early diversification experiences provide valuable lessons that can be applied to their chosen sports.
Consider the journey of Roger Federer, one of the greatest tennis players of all time. At the age of 6, he dabbled in rugby, skiing and wrestling, only returning to tennis later. The trial period benefited him not just because he found his true passion but also because his experiences in various sports enriched his tennis game with a unique set of skills.
1. What does the author think of “10,000-hour rule”?| A．It’s effective. | B．It’s costly. | C．It’s unpractical. | D．It’s unproven. |
| A．early goal-setting | B．diverse skills | C．focused practice | D．field specialization |
| A．To show the difficulty to be an elite athlete. |
| B．To prove the advantage of the “sampling period”. |
| C．To give an example of applying “deliberate practice”. |
| D．To tell us one of the greatest tennis players of all time. |
| A．Kids should try many kinds of activities. | B．Passion can be found at a young age. |
| C．Many failures can lead to successes. | D．Learn to be an athlete since young. |
10 . 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。
Cold temperature, biting wind, heavy snow and slippery roads are the common challenges
The first cold wave of winter
