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1、Unit 3 Inventors and inventions 阅读理解A(2018河南实验中学模拟)At the end of every year, Time picks the best 25 inventions that are “making the world better and smarter”. Here we have picked three of this years inventions that could be a part of your life in the near future.The levitating(悬浮的) light bulbThis sp
2、ecial light bulb was invented by US. artist and scientist Simon Morris. He got the idea of making a light bulb float from hoverboards(悬浮滑板), which he used to dream of having as a kid.But the floating is not the most amazing part. The rejection force between the opposite ends of the magnets(磁铁), whic
3、h were put in the bottom of the bulb and in the wooden base, does the job. Whats new here is a technology called induction(电磁感应). It allows the light bulb to get power from the base even they are not in contact.Shoes that tie themselvesTheyre not what you thinkshoelaces that tie themselves in the wa
4、y we tie them. Instead, the new shoes have small motors that control their laces. When you step into them, your feet will hit a sensor(传感器) in the shoes and the motor will automatically tighten the laces.But the shoes werent just designed for lazy peoples needs. They could actually give athletes an
5、advantage during competition. They are also useful for people who cannot move their arms or fingers easily.The no touch thermometer(体温计)Taking your body temperature usually means putting a thermometer in your armpits(腋窝) and staying still for minutes. It may be easy for you, but its an impossible ta
6、sk for little kids.Now, with the new thermometer, users can simply put it 2.5 centimeters from a patients forehead and press the button, and it can get reading in two seconds.【解题导语】每到年终岁尾，时代周刊都会评选出25项“让世界变得更加美好和智能”的最佳发明。本文介绍了其中的三项发明。1The most amazing aspect of the levitating light bulb is that _ Ait
7、 can floatBits inventor is more than a scientistCit makes use of the rejection force between the opposite ends of the magnetsDinduction allows it to get power even when unconnected with the baseD解析：细节理解题。根据The levitating(悬浮的)light bulb部分最后两句可知，悬浮灯泡最神奇的地方是这项电磁感应技术可以让灯泡不用接触底座就能通电。故选D项。2How is the no t
8、ouch thermometer different from other ones?AIt makes it easier to take kids temperature.BYou need wait two minutes for the reading.CYou dont need to press the button.DIt should be put in ones armpit.A解析：推理判断题。根据The no touch thermometer(体温计)部分可知，这种新型的体温计可以不用紧贴皮肤，而且读取数据的时间也很短。且这个发明让儿童的体温测量变得更容易了。故选A项。
9、3In which part of a newspaper can you possibly read this text?AEducation.BSports.CScience. DEntertainment.C解析：推理判断题。本文介绍了三项新的科技发明，属于科技类文章。故选C项。B(2018太原高三年级模拟试题)Dear Parents，Im delighted that you are considering The British International School for your childs education. Our school offers firstclass
10、international education delivered by experienced and professional staff.We aim to provide a high quality Britishstyle education characterized by：The arrangement of the English national curriculum to meet the needs of international and local students and offering an insight into the local culture.Hig
11、h quality teaching provided by international and local staff.A broad personal development plan for students that encourages independence, confidence, tolerance, good manners and respect.A recognition of the schoolparent partnership in the successful education of the children.An acknowledgement that
12、all students are individuals who deserve an environment to help them realize their academic and other potential, thereby preparing them for their chosen continuing education and career.A safe, caring, happy and stimulating environment benefiting from high quality facilities.Our school provides an ef
13、fective framework for education through a broad, balanced and monitored curriculum. As students advance through the schooling, we make sure that their needs are met through progressive teaching and learning. Although our curriculum is based upon the national curriculum for England, it is adapted whe
14、re appropriate, to ensure suitability for our diverse student body. Thus，we strive for the development of transferable skills through the years of schooling, as well as the acquisition(获得) of a broad body of knowledge.Students are given opportunities to develop many skills, which include skills in l
15、anguage, science, technology and mathematics, in the aesthetic(审美的) and creative fields of music, drama and art, and in physical education.We insist that students act in a responsible manner toward all members of the community. Throughout the school years, students are taught to distinguish between
16、right and wrong and show consideration for others. The qualities of honesty, kindness and good manners are always encouraged. Our friendly atmosphere provides a secure and happy environment in which children can grow as individuals and valued members of the school family.4What do you think the author is?AA school principal.BAn exchange s
