A young boy, named Timmy, lived in a small town. He disliked doing any work; he found it boring and would always come up with a reason to avoid it. His room was always messy with toys thrown everywhere, socks under the bed. Books and clothes piled up like a small mountain. Homework often remained untouched on the desk, buried under comic books and game controllers.
Timmy avoided chores, finding them less exciting than his digital universe. Day and night, Timmy tapped buttons, lost in virtual battles, his eyes glued to the screen. Socializing means chatting with fellow games online rather than meeting friends outside.
One Saturday morning, Timmy’s mom asked him to clean up his room. Timmy frowned and ignored his mom, diving deeper into his video game. His mother sighed and went on with her chores. That afternoon, as Timmy was standing by the window, he noticed his neighbor, Mr. Jenkins, working tirelessly in his garden, repairing the wooden fence (栅栏).
At the sight of Timmy, Mr. Jenkins smiled and called out, “Hey, Timmy, I need a helper to hold the wooden strips (木条). And could you lend me a hand for a moment?” Hesitantly, Timmy walked over. Mr. Jenkins showed him how to do it. He continued to help do gardening work such as watering and weeding(除草) in the garden. As they worked, Mr. Jenkins shared his adventurous stories when he was a soldier, and Timmy listened with respect.
Hours passed, and to Timmy’s surprise, he enjoyed helping out. His hands were dirty, but he felt delighted and meaningful. As they finished, Mr. Jenkins thanked Timmy and showed him the result of their teamwork: a neat garden full of colorful flowers and fresh greenery. Timmy felt proud and realized that work could be fun and rewarding.
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The next day, Timmy decided to give his own room a change.
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____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________China, with a history stretching back thousands of years, has a rich and diverse traditional culture. This culture,
One typical example is the art of calligraphy,
Festivals also play
Additionally, Chinese music and dance, traditional
In conclusion, Chinese traditional culture serves
3 . Julian is a 26-year-old grassroots artist. With a bold and humorous style, his creations have earned more than 6 million
However, Julian’s
Some media called Julian as “the Grassroots Picasso”, but he modestly rejected the
Julian hopes to engage in more exciting adventures, including organizing exhibitions at home and abroad to encourage more young people to
| A．fans | B．friends | C．teachers | D．authors |
| A．addiction | B．response | C．introduction | D．path |
| A．knock | B．draw | C．write | D．build |
| A．difficulty | B．poorness | C．danger | D．failure |
| A．Similar to | B．According to | C．Thanks to | D．Close to |
| A．check | B．practice | C．collect | D．share |
| A．harder | B．weaker | C．bigger | D．farther |
| A．interview | B．inspire | C．invite | D．involve |
| A．overcoming | B．decreasing | C．preventing | D．building |
| A．timeless | B．helpless | C．endless | D．useless |
| A．topic | B．favor | C．title | D．faith |
| A．reflect | B．obtain | C．change | D．pursue |
| A．urgent | B．essential | C．serious | D．smart |
| A．wisdom | B．emotion | C．knowledge | D．effort |
| A．laying | B．preparing | C．serving | D．creating |
4 . The kitchen, often referred to as the heart of the home, is a place where delicious meals are prepared, cherished memories are made, and families are united.
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Remember, an organized kitchen is not just pleasing but also crucial for safety. Avoid accidents by keeping countertops, stovetops, and floors clean. Always store knives out of children’s reach to prevent injuries. By maintaining organization in the kitchen, you create a safer environment for everyone in the household.
●Prevent burns
When handling hot cookers or touching any hot surfaces, always wear oven gloves to avoid burns. Moreover, heat oil slowly and monitor it closely to prevent it from splattering (泼洒), which can cause serious injuries.
●Handle food safely
● Watch children in the kitchen
It is important to educate children about kitchen safety and make them aware of the potential risks in the kitchen. Keep them away from hot surfaces, sharp tools, and electrical appliances to prevent accidents. Encourage them to engage in safe cooking activities under the eyes of an adult to develop their interest in cooking.
| A．Be careful with fire and heat |
| B．Keep the kitchen clean and organized |
| C．Hands must be washed to prevent cross-infection |
| D．Anyway, don’t leave the children alone in the kitchen |
| E．Be careful when opening hot containers to avoid steam burns |
| F．Always keep your body and fingers off the sharp edge of knives |
| G．However, it’s also a place where accidents can happen without safety awareness |
5 . Thanks to researchers from Northwestern Polytechnical University, robot guide dogs that use an artificial intelligence language model may soon be accessible to 17 million people with visual problems in China. The AI guide dog, developed by the university, can assist with tasks like crossing streets, using elevators, and navigating (导航) indoor spaces without being connected to the Internet.
Robot guide dog is an intelligent machine with a physical form. It can interact with the environment in real-time using sensors to execute instructions or make decisions. “Though in recent years there have been some electronic navigation aids, such as electronic navigation helmets, and electronic guide dogs, they cannot engage in conversations with people or fully understand human instructions,” said Sun Zhe, an associate professor at the university.
“They can only carry out tasks according to pre-set programs. They are just cold machines. That’s not enough. The research makes it possible to provide better guidance services for people with visual problems, especially for emotional companionship, ” Sun said.
“People with visual problems face numerous challenges in daily life, including navigation difficulties and safety threats,” Sun said. “Smart guide dogs using the language model can offer them more convenient and safe navigation, effectively improving their quality of life.”
Training a traditional guide dog can cost as much as 200,000 yuan ($ 28,000), and there are fewer than 200 guide dogs in China. Therefore, the research team began developing the smart guide dog based on the AI model, which is much more affordable for people with visual problems. Its findings have been published in the Communications of the Chinese Computer Society.
“The current results prove the possibility of this approach, but there is still some wayto go before it can be put into practical application,” Sun said. “We will put more effort into it and make it available for those in need as soon as possible.”
1. What can the AI guide dog do?| A．Send out all instructions. | B．Navigate without Internet. |
| C．Improve the AI technology. | D．Imitate human conversations. |
| A．Change. | B．Guide. | C．Conduct. | D．Explain. |
| A．To analyze AI guide dogs. | B．To use sensors to carry out tasks. |
| C．To compare different AI guide dogs. | D．To offer better guidance for those in need. |
| A．AI Guide Dogs May Offer Visual Aid | B．AI Guide Dogs Will Reduce the Cost |
| C．AI Guide Dogs May Navigate Indoor Spaces | D．AI Guide Dogs Will Replace Traditional Dogs |
6 . Do you know how to cycle? It is a skill that, once learned, is never forgotten. For the majority of us, the art of balancing on two wheels was mastered during our childhood. Many still wear helmets, put feet on the pedals, and take a ride around the streets. And in recent years, cycling has become more and more popular. What attracts people to ride their bikes once again?
Cycling offers a lot of advantages that affect both our physical and mental health. For example, regular cycling can improve the function of our cardiovascular (心血管的)system, assist in the burning of extra body fat and strengthen our leg muscles. A long ride in the countryside helps us to clear our mind easily.
Riding a bike is a smart choice for getting to work, shopping, or sightseeing. You can save money that you would otherwise spend on fuels and fares. Unlike cars that struggle with parking, bikes can be easily locked up. Then, on the train, there are chances at stations and other people speaking loudly on their phones. Cyclists face neither of these problems. And if we’re worried about safety, there are cycle lanes in many cities, or we can wear light-colored clothes to improve our safety when cycling on the roads.
Cycling can also be good for the environment. It cuts our carbon footprint, which means we make less pollution. It’s great for our planet and keeps the air clean around us. When we ride bikes, we don’t use fuel like cars do, and that’s really good for our environment.
Therefore, more and more people choose to ride for many benefits such as improving their health, easily going to work, saving money, protecting the environment, or a combination of these factors.
1. When do most people learn to ride?| A．In their free time. | B．After their retirement. |
| C．At their young ages. | D．During their adulthood. |
| A．It is a good way to save money. |
| B．It is a great idea to relax cyclists. |
| C．It is dangerous to cycle on the roads. |
| D．It is difficult to find a place park the bike. |
| A．Consumes more fuels. | B．Increases air pollution. |
| C．Causes fewer accidents. | D．Reduces carbon footprint. |
| A．Sports & Health. | B．Travel & Culture. |
| C．Science & Technology. | D．Animals & Environment. |
7 . Since living in China, I’d always heard that Sichuan province had the spiciest cuisine. I finally made my way to Chengdu to satisfy my eagerness.
With 45% of its local people aged between 14 and 45, making it one of China’s most youthful places, it boasted an energetic atmosphere dotted with trendy shops, cafes, and live music. People wandered leisurely along the streets, enjoying the free time with those who don’t work overtime.
As the sun sets, Chengdu truly comes alive. The city buzzes (充斥着) with countless bars and music venues. I chose a bar to hear myself think. My waiter brought me a cocktail with Sichuan peppers and I asked where I could taste the most special hotpot. She suggested Long Sen Yuan Hotpot. I made a reservation. Afterwards, I took a walk along the amazing Jinjiang River. I’m not a person for solo walks typically, but I was curious about the Jiuyan Bridge, the highlight of the area, which bears the architectural style of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
The next day, I went to Long Sen Yuan. Having ordered some food, I asked for the spicy broth(火锅锅底) and learned I could choose from three levels of spiciness. I ordered the spiciest broth available. The waiter made eye contact to warn about how spicy it was. “Bring it on,” I challenged. The hotpot lived up to its reputation. I found the first bite bearable. However, any experienced spicy food expert will tell you that spice builds as you eat, and I had a lot of broth to get through. By the end of the meal, I was sweating all over. The experience was perfect, and I would highly recommend it, I even shot a selfie with the waiter as a memory of my spicy adventure.
1. Why is Chengdu one of China’s most youthful places?| A．Chengdu is a lively city in China. |
| B．People in Chengdu don’t work overtime. |
| C．The city has countless bars and music venues. |
| D．Nearly half of the people are between 15 and 45. |
| A．People lead a busy life. |
| B．People’s life there is diverse. |
| C．The highlight of the area is Jinjiang River. |
| D．The restaurant can make people hear themselves think. |
| A．The three levels of spiciness. | B．The process of ordering food. |
| C．The experience of trying hotpot. | D．The reason of recommending the city. |
| A．Admirable. | B．Doubtful. | C．Uncertain. | D．Worried. |
8 . Four Brilliant Art and Craft Books
If you are into art and craft, there are four brilliant books for you to choose from. Practise your artistic skills, whether you want to draw comics or sew a cushion.
Make Art With Nature by Pippa PixleyThis book is packed with inspiring and exciting ideas for using nature in your artwork.
Discover how earth can be used to make paints and how flowers can create ink. You can also find out ways to add natural materials into your artistic creations using print-making. This Book Will Make You an Artist by Ruth Millington.
Take inspiration from artistic masters like Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso and Yayoi Kusama with this fun book, which introduces you to 25 different artistic techniques inspired by the work of world-famous artists. Full of information and ideas, it’s a great way to learn more about a wide range of different artists and their styles.
How to Draw a Graphic Novel by Balthazar PaganiIf you love comic books, then why not try creating one of your own? This guide to creating a vivid novel combines technical advice with creative inspiration. Plus you’ll find interview s with famous comic creators.
A Beginner’s Guide to Needlecraft by Jane BullTry your hand at simple sewing projects, such as felt flowers or a patchwork cushion. Step-by-step instructions and photographs make it easy to learn a whole range of different techniques, including crochet and embroidery (刺绣).
1. What can you find in Pippa Pixley’s book?| A．25 different artistic techniques. |
| B．Interviews with famous comic creators. |
| C．Step-by-step instructions and photographs. |
| D．Ways to add natural materials into artistic creations. |
| A．Make Art With Nature. | B．How to Draw a Graphic Novel. |
| C．This Book Will Make You an Artist. | D．A Beginner’s Guide to Needlecraft. |
| A．How to make paints. | B．How to draw comics. |
| C．How to sew a cushion. | D．How to become an artist. |
When I was young, a car accident left a scar (伤疤) on my face. I was used to people staring at it. I never understood why people judged others by their physical appearance.
Years later, I went to a new school. On the first day, our teacher introduced me to the whole class. “Please welcome the new student Rina. Let's be friendly and help her fit into our school.”
Our teacher then started the lesson, which was about first aid. She asked if anyone knew anything about it. Silence filled the classroom. As a daughter of two doctors, I had leaned CPR (心肺复苏) before. I slowly stood up and started sharing what I could remember. Before I could finish, a girl started saying to herself “What a way to show off! Scar face! ” The teacher heard it and shouted, “Respect! Ruby. ” Ruby stopped, looking at me like I was her enemy.
Ruby and her friends made trouble for me at every chance they got. One day, when I was walking home from school, someone tripped (绊倒) me from behind and I fell. That gave me a bleeding nose. When I got up, I found Ruby laughing wildly with two of her friends. The anger in me was fighting to get out but some how I got it contained, which made Ruby laugh even louder. All of a sudden, the laughing stopped. I saw her standing there breathing painfully.
“Help! Help…” her friends shouted, “She is having an heart attack!”
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I stood there with mixed feelings.
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（2）意义和反响。
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Stronger Body, Better Future
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