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Ⅰ.閱讀理解
A
(2025·東北三省三校聯考)
Researchers in China have developed a robotic chemist powered by AI that might be able to obtain oxygen from water on Mars.The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化劑) that break down water, releasing oxygen.
“If you think about the challenge of going to Mars, you have to work with local material，” says Andy Cooper, a chemist at the University of Liverpool.“So I can see the logic behind it.”
The study was led by Jiang Jun at the University of Science and Technology of China.Jiang and his team used a mobile machine, the size of a refrigerator, with a robotic arm to analyze five meteorites (隕石) that had come from Mars.The team's goal was to investigate whether the machine could produce useful catalysts from the material.
The AI-powered system used some chemicals to dissolve (使溶解) and separate the material, and then analyzed the resulting substances that consist of two or more elements.These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae (公式) for a chemical that could break down water—known to exist as ice at Mars' poles and under the planet's surface—a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.The result was a catalyst that could release oxygen from water, with the potential for use on a future Mars mission.
If a catalyst that can produce oxygen from water can be made on Mars, this would remove the need for missions to carry such a catalyst from Earth.Jiang says that for every square meter of Martian material, his group's system could make nearly 60 grams of oxygen per hour, potentially removing the need for astronauts on future missions to the planet to carry oxygen from Earth to use when they get there.“The robot can work continuously for years，” says Jiang.
Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.“Different chemicals can be made by this robot，” he says.And Mars isn't the only place where it could be used.“Maybe lunar soil is another direction，” Jiang says.
語篇導讀：本文介紹了一種由人工智能驅動的機器人化學家可以利用火星上的材料生產催化劑，進而從水中分解出氧氣，這一發明對人類探索火星具有重大意義。
1．What can we learn about the study？
A．A chemist with a robotic arm is involved.
B．Researchers aim to purify the water on Mars.
C．Oxygen is of vital importance in space travels.
D．Materials from Mars are analyzed to produce catalysts.
解析：D　細節理解題。根據第一段中的“The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化劑) that break down water, releasing oxygen.”可知，機器人利用在火星上找到的材料來生產催化劑，將水分解后釋放出氧氣。故選D。
2．What is Andy Cooper's attitude towards the study？
A．Approving. B．Unclear.
C．Dismissive. D．Doubtful.
解析：A　推理判斷題。根據第二段中的“So I can see the logic behind it.”可知，安迪·庫珀提到了就地取材背后的邏輯，表明他認可這項研究的方向，由此可推知，他對該研究持贊同態度。故選A。
3．What's the major advantage of the AI-powered system in the study？
A．Precise calculation. B．Integration of materials.
C．High-speed operation. D．Flexibility of movement.
解析：C　推理判斷題。根據第四段中的“These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae for a chemical...a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.”可知，人工智能系統能夠在短時間內完成對超過370萬個化學公式的搜索，這一過程如果由人類研究員來完成，將需要2,000年的時間，由此可推知人工智能驅動的系統在運行速度上有顯著的優勢。故選C。
4．According to Jiang, which of the following is correct？
A．The robot can stand endless working time.
B．Martian catalysts can produce more oxygen.
C．The system can make 60 grams of oxygen per day.
D．The robotic chemist can be applied in a broader way.
解析：D　細節理解題。根據最后一段中的“Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.”及“‘Maybe lunar soil is another direction，’ Jiang says.”可知，機器人化學家有更廣泛的應用前景。故選D。
B
(2025·武漢市部分學校調研)
You have probably heard of the Fermi Paradox(費米悖論)．Given the high probability that alien(外星人) life exists out there in the universe, why has nobody got in touch yet
Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening.It could be that we simply haven't sent out our own traceable signatures for aliens to find us yet.Or it could be that no aliens will ever make it to the point where they are able to make contact with other species.
In The Three-Body Problem, Liu Cixin's science fiction, he describes the universe as a dark forest, where each alien society is like a fearful, armed hunter cautiously moving forth.If that hunter finds other life, he is left with the safest course of action: to wipe out any other life forms before they can do the same to him.
Being fearful contributes to humans' development.Our caution may save our lives when facing a genuine threat.“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources，” says Seth Shostak, a senior astronomer.
Thankfully, the Dark Forest has lots of issues that are difficult to resolve—the most obvious being that it's extremely difficult to hide a technologically advanced world.“We've never given the slightest thought to turning off all the radars(雷達) and going completely silent because it might be dangerous，” says Shostak.
The forest theory also falls apart when you consider the true nature of the universe.“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast that the idea that they would feel the need to attack one another seems odd.Even if they fear each other, the expanse means that they wouldn't likely need to compete for the near-limitless resources，” says Shostak.
That doesn't necessarily mean that the Dark Forest theory is a nonstarter.Addressing the holes in the theory requires adding to the terror factor.Suppose that a technological civilization is going from star to star destroying any sign of life whenever planets with life or technology are found.We don't see them because they're not there.That's the really scary thing.
語篇導讀：文章以費米悖論引出對科幻小說《三體》中描述的黑暗森林理論的探討，說明了該理論存在的問題以及可行性。
5．What do we know about the Fermi Paradox？
A．It denies aliens' existence. B．It is studied thoroughly.
C．Its answers vary considerably. D．Its answers are similar.
解析：C　細節理解題。第一段引入費米悖論，即考慮到宇宙中存在外星生命的可能性很高，為什么我們還沒有與他們取得聯系呢？根據第二段首句“Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening”可知，對這個悖論的回答，從樂觀的到令人極度害怕的都有，即回答大不相同。C項中的“vary considerably”與文中的“range from...to...”是同義轉換。故選C。
6．What can be inferred from Shostak's words in Paragraph 4？
A．Fear is deadly.
B．Attacks are risky.
C．Fear dominates humans' development.
D．Attacks have survival value.
解析：D　推理判斷題。根據第四段Shostak的話“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources”可知，Shostak認為，在競爭中采取主動，你可能在獲得額外資源的同時，睡得更加安穩。由此可推知，Shostak認為主動攻擊具有生存價值。D項中的“Attacks”與文中的“Take the initiative”是同義轉換， “survival value”是對文中“sleep more securely while getting extra resources”的總結。故選D。
7．Which factor challenges the Dark Forest theory according to Shostak？
A．Aliens may not understand human culture.
B．The vastness of space makes conflicts less likely.
C．Advanced civilizations tend to compete for survival.
D．Competition for resources could become more serious.
解析：B　細節理解題。根據第六段Shostak的話可知，行星之間的距離可能如此之大，以至于他們會覺得需要相互攻擊的想法似乎很奇怪。即使他們彼此害怕，廣闊的空間也意味著他們不太可能需要為了幾乎無限的資源而競爭。B項中的“The vastness of space”與文中的“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast”是同義轉換，“less likely”與文中的“seems odd”以及“wouldn't likely need”是同義轉換。故選B。
8．Why does the author make the assumption in the last paragraph？
A．To prove aliens are scary.
B．To find holes in the theory.
C．To add to horrible atmosphere.
D．To warn us of the potential threat.
解析：D　推理判斷題。最后一段前兩句說這并不一定意味著黑暗森林理論是不可能成功的，要彌補這個理論的漏洞，就需要增強恐怖因素。然后作者提出一個假設，即一個技術先進的文明正在從一個恒星到另一個恒星摧毀任何生命跡象，我們看不見他們，因為他們不在那里，這才是真正可怕的事情。由此可知，作者提出這個假設是為了佐證黑暗森林理論可能存在，即警告人們可能存在潛在的威脅。故選D。
Ⅱ.完形填空
(2024·蘇錫常鎮四市調研)
I've been working as a United Nations (U.N.)Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years.Before this, I was a pilot and I 1.　　　my work.However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I 2.　　　 the United Nations.
The Central African Republic is a relatively small country.Since it got 3.　　　 from France in the 1960s, there have been many violent conflicts between the government and rebels(反叛者)．In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to 4.　　　 their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. 5.　　　, the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6.　　　 in the country.
We peacekeepers 7.　　　 cities and villages to 8.　　　 that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine.We are a 9.　　　 that can keep people in conflict apart.
As a woman, I am particularly 10.　　　 as I can act as a role model for many women and girls in the country.When they see how others respect me, they feel that they also 11.　　　 to be respected and treated 12.　　　.
My life is not 13.　　　 in any way! It's long hours in a very tough environment.I have basic 14.　　　 with just a bed in a shared room.Of course, being away from my family and friends is also very hard at times. However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15.　　　.
語篇導讀：本文講述了作者從一名女飛行員轉行做了聯合國維和部隊中的一員，作者在文中不僅描述了她的工作，也表達了對自己工作的驕傲之情。
1．A.hated B．enjoyed
C．guarded D．changed
解析：B　根據下文的“However”可知，作者應該是喜歡自己的飛行員工作的，但是她覺得幫助別人更加重要。enjoy意為“喜歡；享受”，符合語境。guard保衛，看守。故選B。
2．A.led up to B．looked up to
C．kept up with D．signed up with
解析：D　根據上文“I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble”可知，作者認為幫助那些陷入困境的無辜者是她的責任，所以作者加入了聯合國維和部隊并執行任務。sign up with 意為“和……簽約”，符合語境。lead up to 導致；look up to 尊敬；keep up with 和……保持聯系。故選D。
3．A.treatment B．technology
C．independence D．inspiration
解析：C　根據上下文和常識可知，中非共和國是一個相對較小的國家，自20世紀60年代從法國獨立以來，政府和反叛者之間就矛盾不斷。independence 意為“獨立”，符合語境。treatment對待，治療；technology技術；inspiration靈感，啟發。故選C。
4．A.flee B．return
C．sweep D．tend
解析：A　根據上文“In 2012, a civil war began”可知，國家內部出現戰爭，人們應該是逃離了自己的家鄉。flee意為“逃走，逃跑”，符合語境。return返回；sweep打掃，席卷；tend照顧，護理。故選A。
5．A.In turn B．In surprise
C．In response D．In addition
解析：C　根據上文“a civil war began”和下文“the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6 in the country”可知，聯合國在中非執行維和任務是對內戰的回應。in response意為“作為回應”，符合語境。in turn反過來，輪流；in surprise 驚奇地；in addition另外。故選C。
6．A.measure B．reputation
C．business D．mission
解析：D　根據語境和常識可知，聯合國應該是在這個國家執行維和任務。mission 意為“任務”，符合語境。measure方法，措施；reputation名聲，名譽；business生意。故選D。
7．A.follow B．expand
C．monitor D．block
解析：C　根據語境和常識可知，作為維和部隊的成員他們應該監管城市和鄉村。monitor意為“監控，監管”，符合語境。follow追隨；expand 擴張；block阻止，阻擋。故選C。
8．A.insure B．prove
C．report D．predict
解析：A　根據上下文語境可知，維和人員監管城市和鄉村是為了確保沒有沖突發生以及供應食物和藥品。insure意為“確保”，符合語境。prove證明；report報道；predict預測。故選A。
9．A.bridge B．barrier
C．castle D．shelter
解析：B　根據上下文語境可知，作者所在的維和部隊任務是保證人們的安全，所以他們應該是讓人們遠離沖突的屏障。barrier意為“壁壘，屏障”，符合語境。bridge橋梁：castle城堡；shelter避難所。故選B。
10．A.protected B．trusted
C．valued D．doubted
解析：C　根據下文“When they see how others respect me”可知，作為一名女性，作者特別受重視，因為作者可以成為這個國家許多婦女和女孩的榜樣。value 意為“重視”，符合語境。protect保護；trust信任；doubt懷疑。故選C。
11．A.deserve B．prefer
C．plan D．fail
解析：A　根據上文的“also”以及下文“be respected”可知，看到作者受重視，其他的非洲女性也覺得和作者一樣，她們也值得被尊重。deserve意為“值得，應得”，符合語境。prefer更喜歡；fail失敗。故選A。
12．A.gently B．equally
C．seriously D．honestly
解析：B　根據上文“be respected and treated”可知，連詞and表順承關系，結合 respected 的意思可知，她們應該被平等對待。equally意為“平等地”，符合語境。gently 溫柔地；seriously 嚴重地；honestly忠誠地。故選B。
13．A.boring B．rewarding
C．difficult D．fancy
解析：D　根據下文“It's long hours in a very tough environment.”可知，作者生活環境非常艱苦，因此生活并不是奢華的。fancy意為“奢華的，精致的”，符合語境。boring乏味的；rewarding值得做的；difficult困難的。故選D。
14．A.association B．accommodation
C．administration D．adaptation
解析：B　根據上文提到生活環境非常艱苦以及下文“with just a bed in a shared room”可知，作者只有最基本的住宿條件。accommodation 意為“住宿”，符合語境。association協會；administration行政部門；adaptation適應。故選B。
15．A.available B．ambitious
C．worthwhile D．educational
解析：C　根據上文“However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15 .”可知，中非因為維和人員變得更加安全，作者作為其中一員應該是感到值得的。worthwhile意為“值得的”，符合語境。available 可利用的，有空的；ambitious 有抱負的； educational有教育意義的。故選C。
Ⅲ.七選五
(2024·廣東省模擬)
How Star Wars Changed Moviemaking Forever
“May the force be with you！” If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times. 1.　　　 So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known. But you might be surprised to find out how much this movie has changed how movies are made.
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...” is how Star Wars begins.Its plot was not ground-breaking. 2.　　　 The story was typical science fiction with lots of drama, traditional characters and good battling evil, in space and in hand-to-hand fight.
It was the special effects that made Star Wars stand out from other movies.People still talk about the light swords(劍) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations. 3.　　　 When Star Wars first came out in 1977, most movie theaters were stand-alone buildings, with just one movie screen.Using the money Star Wars had made for them, movie-theater owners built more theaters, leading to the multiplexes(多廳影院) that are common today.
Theaters needed more movies to show on all the additional movie screens and in all the new multiplexes. So new movie companies sprang up, including small ones creating experimental movies. 4.　　　 Some of the methods became popular and others failed.But, thanks to Star Wars, people got to see new types of movies.
5.　　　 There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.The Star Wars movies were all popular.There have been two trilogies(三部曲) so far, with more planned.
A．They tried out new techniques.
B．In fact, it was quite old-fashioned.
C．Moviegoers had never seen anything like it.
D．Thus, audience began to enjoy science fiction movies there.
E．Star Wars was the first really successful movie trilogy in history.
F．If you are not a fan, you are still likely familiar with these words.
G．If you are a moviemaker, you may be inspired by this classic film.
語篇導讀：本文講述了《星球大戰》對電影制作的影響。
解析：
1．F　根據空后一句話“So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known.”可知，電影中的許多角色、設備和話語都已經變得家喻戶曉；結合空前一句話“If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times.”可知，《星球大戰》的粉絲可能聽過很多次這個說法。由此可推知，該空應講“如果你不是粉絲的話也應熟悉這些話語。”，F項符合語境。故選F。
2．B　根據本段第一句中《星球大戰》的開頭語“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...”，并結合后面的“traditional characters”可知，該空應為過渡句，起承上啟下的作用。結合各選項可知，B項“實際上，這部電影的故事情節相當過時。”符合語境。故選B。
3．C　根據上文對《星球大戰》特效的描述“the light swords(劍) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations”可知，電影中的特效給觀眾留下了深刻印象。對比各選項可知，C項符合語境，即“影迷們從未看過這樣的電影。”。故選C。
4．A　此空可用詞匯銜接法。空后的methods與選項A中的techniques對應，選項A中的 They 指代的是上句中的new movie companies。上文是說，影院需要更多的電影在所有新增的電影銀幕和所有新的多廳影院上映，于是新的電影公司如雨后春筍般出現，其中包括一些制作實驗性電影的小公司，它們嘗試了新的技術。故選A。
5．E　根據空后的“There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.”可知，以前雖然有過續集電影，但它們往往只是對第一部電影的拙劣模仿，這說明以前的續集電影并不成功。由此可知，E項符合語境，即“《星球大戰》是歷史上第一部真正成功的三部曲電影。”。故選E。
Ⅳ.讀后續寫
閱讀下面材料，根據其內容和所給段落開頭語續寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
(2025·昆明市摸底)
It was a sunny day this April, and I was flying with my boy off to Carnavon in my light aircraft to see a solar eclipse(日食)．Looking out of the window, I was deeply absorbed in the picturesque scenery below.My son Jacob, 15, who was enthusiastic about flying, was in high spirits.
After 25 years in the mining industry, I'd quit my job to pursue a career in flying.Getting my commercial pilot license in September 2022, I believed this was my calling.
Jacob was a passionate flyer, who always enjoyed the flights with me.“What does this button do？” “How does it work？” “What is the function？” There were so many questions he'd ask curiously.I wonder if he'll be a pilot some day.
Watching the eclipse through our solar goggles (護目鏡), we both were in amazement.After a bite of lunch, I did all my checks and refueled the plane before flying us back.
Flying back into the air, I headed toward Jandakot Airport, which was right near our house.
More than half way, I spotted some smoke in the air.Realizing we were flying over Lancelin where there'd been some nearby bush fires, I didn't think there was anything to panic about.Traveling south, we took in the lovely coastline.“This is beautiful！” Jacob exclaimed.
At around 5 p．m., just about five minutes to our destination, the engine suddenly decreased rapidly.Glancing over at my boy, I thought, “This is bad.” As I tried to bring the engine back to life, it worked only for a millisecond (毫秒), and then died again.“Okay mate, we've had an engine failure，” I said calmly to Jacob.The plane was dropping and we went from 1,800 feet to 1,500 in just 20 seconds.
Looking forward, I could see Jandakot Airport about 15 kilometers ahead.“We aren't going to make it，” I told myself.We only had another 60 seconds before making the decision.Looking down at Leighton Beach north of Fremantle below, I saw crowds of people on the beach.
注意：1．續寫詞數應為150左右；
2．請按如下格式在相應的位置作答。
But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.
【寫作提示】
故事人物 作者、作者的兒子雅各布、沙灘上的人群
故事梗概 作者是一位飛行愛好者，并取得了商業飛行資格證，在一次帶著兒子看完日食的返程飛行中，飛機引擎突然失靈。
續寫要點 第一段：1.兒子幫助作者降落飛機；2.作者把飛機降落在海里；3.二人一起游上岸。第二段：1.二人成功得救；2.作者繼續保持對飛行的熱情。
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But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.I turned the plane 180 degrees, with the nose as high as I could, so we wouldn't be turned over when we hit the water.“Dad, should I unlock the door？” Jacob asked, as the aircraft quickly neared the ocean.“Yes！”I yelled out.Then the plane violently hit the water and came to a sudden stop.I couldn't believe that, in just two minutes from the engine failing, we'd landed into the sea! We unfastened our safety belts, managed to get out and swam toward the shore.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.I couldn't have done it without him—my cool, calm boy who helped me land the plane safely.Kind strangers wrapped us both in towels and blankets before medical, workers checked us over.Returning home, I was very upset that my beloved plane had fully sunk to the bottom of the sea.Just three days after the incident, I had a training flight again.Up in the air, I didn't feel frightened at all, but so calm in my happy place above the clouds.The plane going down was a low, but I'll always reach for the sky.
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Ⅰ.閱讀理解
A
(2025·東北三省三校聯考)
Researchers in China have developed a robotic chemist powered by AI that might be able to obtain oxygen from water on Mars.The robot uses materials found on the red planet to produce catalysts(催化劑) that break down water, releasing oxygen.
“If you think about the challenge of going to Mars, you have to work with local material，” says Andy Cooper, a chemist at the University of Liverpool.“So I can see the logic behind it.”
The study was led by Jiang Jun at the University of Science and Technology of China.Jiang and his team used a mobile machine, the size of a refrigerator, with a robotic arm to analyze five meteorites (隕石) that had come from Mars.The team's goal was to investigate whether the machine could produce useful catalysts from the material.
The AI-powered system used some chemicals to dissolve (使溶解) and separate the material, and then analyzed the resulting substances that consist of two or more elements.These then formed the basis of a search of more than 3.7 million formulae (公式) for a chemical that could break down water—known to exist as ice at Mars' poles and under the planet's surface—a process the team said would have taken a human researcher 2,000 years.The result was a catalyst that could release oxygen from water, with the potential for use on a future Mars mission.
If a catalyst that can produce oxygen from water can be made on Mars, this would remove the need for missions to carry such a catalyst from Earth.Jiang says that for every square meter of Martian material, his group's system could make nearly 60 grams of oxygen per hour, potentially removing the need for astronauts on future missions to the planet to carry oxygen from Earth to use when they get there.“The robot can work continuously for years，” says Jiang.
Jiang points out that his group's robotic chemist could also be used to produce other useful catalysts on Mars, for processes like fertilizing(施肥) plants.“Different chemicals can be made by this robot，” he says.And Mars isn't the only place where it could be used.“Maybe lunar soil is another direction，” Jiang says.
1．What can we learn about the study？
A．A chemist with a robotic arm is involved.
B．Researchers aim to purify the water on Mars.
C．Oxygen is of vital importance in space travels.
D．Materials from Mars are analyzed to produce catalysts.
2．What is Andy Cooper's attitude towards the study？
A．Approving. B．Unclear.
C．Dismissive. D．Doubtful.
3．What's the major advantage of the AI-powered system in the study？
A．Precise calculation. B．Integration of materials.
C．High-speed operation. D．Flexibility of movement.
4．According to Jiang, which of the following is correct？
A．The robot can stand endless working time.
B．Martian catalysts can produce more oxygen.
C．The system can make 60 grams of oxygen per day.
D．The robotic chemist can be applied in a broader way.
B
(2025·武漢市部分學校調研)
You have probably heard of the Fermi Paradox(費米悖論)．Given the high probability that alien(外星人) life exists out there in the universe, why has nobody got in touch yet
Answers to the paradox range from the optimistic to the downright frightening.It could be that we simply haven't sent out our own traceable signatures for aliens to find us yet.Or it could be that no aliens will ever make it to the point where they are able to make contact with other species.
In The Three-Body Problem, Liu Cixin's science fiction, he describes the universe as a dark forest, where each alien society is like a fearful, armed hunter cautiously moving forth.If that hunter finds other life, he is left with the safest course of action: to wipe out any other life forms before they can do the same to him.
Being fearful contributes to humans' development.Our caution may save our lives when facing a genuine threat.“Take the initiative in the competition, and you may sleep more securely while getting extra resources，” says Seth Shostak, a senior astronomer.
Thankfully, the Dark Forest has lots of issues that are difficult to resolve—the most obvious being that it's extremely difficult to hide a technologically advanced world.“We've never given the slightest thought to turning off all the radars(雷達) and going completely silent because it might be dangerous，” says Shostak.
The forest theory also falls apart when you consider the true nature of the universe.“The distances between planets are likely to be so vast that the idea that they would feel the need to attack one another seems odd.Even if they fear each other, the expanse means that they wouldn't likely need to compete for the near-limitless resources，” says Shostak.
That doesn't necessarily mean that the Dark Forest theory is a nonstarter.Addressing the holes in the theory requires adding to the terror factor.Suppose that a technological civilization is going from star to star destroying any sign of life whenever planets with life or technology are found.We don't see them because they're not there.That's the really scary thing.
5．What do we know about the Fermi Paradox？
A．It denies aliens' existence. B．It is studied thoroughly.
C．Its answers vary considerably. D．Its answers are similar.
6．What can be inferred from Shostak's words in Paragraph 4？
A．Fear is deadly.
B．Attacks are risky.
C．Fear dominates humans' development.
D．Attacks have survival value.
7．Which factor challenges the Dark Forest theory according to Shostak？
A．Aliens may not understand human culture.
B．The vastness of space makes conflicts less likely.
C．Advanced civilizations tend to compete for survival.
D．Competition for resources could become more serious.
8．Why does the author make the assumption in the last paragraph？
A．To prove aliens are scary.
B．To find holes in the theory.
C．To add to horrible atmosphere.
D．To warn us of the potential threat.
Ⅱ.完形填空
(2024·蘇錫常鎮四市調研)
I've been working as a United Nations (U.N.)Peacekeeper in the Central African Republic for the past two years.Before this, I was a pilot and I 1.　　　my work.However, I felt it was my duty to help innocent people who are caught in trouble, so I 2.　　　 the United Nations.
The Central African Republic is a relatively small country.Since it got 3.　　　 from France in the 1960s, there have been many violent conflicts between the government and rebels(反叛者)．In 2012, a civil war began, due to which, over one million people were forced to 4.　　　 their homes and there were many deaths and injuries. 5.　　　, the United Nations established a peacekeeping 6.　　　 in the country.
We peacekeepers 7.　　　 cities and villages to 8.　　　 that no conflict is occurring and help bring supplies of food and medicine.We are a 9.　　　 that can keep people in conflict apart.
As a woman, I am particularly 10.　　　 as I can act as a role model for many women and girls in the country.When they see how others respect me, they feel that they also 11.　　　 to be respected and treated 12.　　　.
My life is not 13.　　　 in any way! It's long hours in a very tough environment.I have basic 14.　　　 with just a bed in a shared room.Of course, being away from my family and friends is also very hard at times. However, I know that the Central African Republic is safer because of the U．N.Peacekeepers, and that makes it all 15.　　　.
1．A.hated B．enjoyed
C．guarded D．changed
2．A.led up to B．looked up to
C．kept up with D．signed up with
3．A.treatment B．technology
C．independence D．inspiration
4．A.flee B．return
C．sweep D．tend
5．A.In turn B．In surprise
C．In response D．In addition
6．A.measure B．reputation
C．business D．mission
7．A.follow B．expand
C．monitor D．block
8．A.insure B．prove
C．report D．predict
9．A.bridge B．barrier
C．castle D．shelter
10．A.protected B．trusted
C．valued D．doubted
11．A.deserve B．prefer
C．plan D．fail
12．A.gently B．equally
C．seriously D．honestly
13．A.boring B．rewarding
C．difficult D．fancy
14．A.association B．accommodation
C．administration D．adaptation
15．A.available B．ambitious
C．worthwhile D．educational
Ⅲ.七選五
(2024·廣東省模擬)
How Star Wars Changed Moviemaking Forever
“May the force be with you！” If you are a Star Wars fan, then you have probably heard this phrase many times. 1.　　　 So many characters, devices, and phrases from the movie have become well-known. But you might be surprised to find out how much this movie has changed how movies are made.
“A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...” is how Star Wars begins.Its plot was not ground-breaking. 2.　　　 The story was typical science fiction with lots of drama, traditional characters and good battling evil, in space and in hand-to-hand fight.
It was the special effects that made Star Wars stand out from other movies.People still talk about the light swords(劍) that could cut, burn and melt through most substances.Spaceships sped through space and landed on huge, realistic-looking space stations. 3.　　　 When Star Wars first came out in 1977, most movie theaters were stand-alone buildings, with just one movie screen.Using the money Star Wars had made for them, movie-theater owners built more theaters, leading to the multiplexes(多廳影院) that are common today.
Theaters needed more movies to show on all the additional movie screens and in all the new multiplexes. So new movie companies sprang up, including small ones creating experimental movies. 4.　　　 Some of the methods became popular and others failed.But, thanks to Star Wars, people got to see new types of movies.
5.　　　 There had been movie continuations previously, but they were often just poor imitations of the first movie.The Star Wars movies were all popular.There have been two trilogies(三部曲) so far, with more planned.
A．They tried out new techniques.
B．In fact, it was quite old-fashioned.
C．Moviegoers had never seen anything like it.
D．Thus, audience began to enjoy science fiction movies there.
E．Star Wars was the first really successful movie trilogy in history.
F．If you are not a fan, you are still likely familiar with these words.
G．If you are a moviemaker, you may be inspired by this classic film.
Ⅳ.讀后續寫
閱讀下面材料，根據其內容和所給段落開頭語續寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
(2025·昆明市摸底)
It was a sunny day this April, and I was flying with my boy off to Carnavon in my light aircraft to see a solar eclipse(日食)．Looking out of the window, I was deeply absorbed in the picturesque scenery below.My son Jacob, 15, who was enthusiastic about flying, was in high spirits.
After 25 years in the mining industry, I'd quit my job to pursue a career in flying.Getting my commercial pilot license in September 2022, I believed this was my calling.
Jacob was a passionate flyer, who always enjoyed the flights with me.“What does this button do？” “How does it work？” “What is the function？” There were so many questions he'd ask curiously.I wonder if he'll be a pilot some day.
Watching the eclipse through our solar goggles (護目鏡), we both were in amazement.After a bite of lunch, I did all my checks and refueled the plane before flying us back.
Flying back into the air, I headed toward Jandakot Airport, which was right near our house.
More than half way, I spotted some smoke in the air.Realizing we were flying over Lancelin where there'd been some nearby bush fires, I didn't think there was anything to panic about.Traveling south, we took in the lovely coastline.“This is beautiful！” Jacob exclaimed.
At around 5 p．m., just about five minutes to our destination, the engine suddenly decreased rapidly.Glancing over at my boy, I thought, “This is bad.” As I tried to bring the engine back to life, it worked only for a millisecond (毫秒), and then died again.“Okay mate, we've had an engine failure，” I said calmly to Jacob.The plane was dropping and we went from 1,800 feet to 1,500 in just 20 seconds.
Looking forward, I could see Jandakot Airport about 15 kilometers ahead.“We aren't going to make it，” I told myself.We only had another 60 seconds before making the decision.Looking down at Leighton Beach north of Fremantle below, I saw crowds of people on the beach.
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2．請按如下格式在相應的位置作答。
But thankfully there were not many in the water behind the waves.
On the beach, I hugged my boy, thrilled.
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