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2025·江苏南通·三模)Go to any movie theater or sports venue, and it’s obvious there’s an invisible bond that forms from laughing, crying, and simply feeling while brushing shoulders with others. Researches have long backed up this sense of connection, but some aspects of the phenomenon remained unclear. Now, a new study is offering insight.

Writing in the journal Royal Society Open Science, Victor Chung of the École Normale Supérieure in France and his team reported how they examined the matter by inviting strangers to watch videos together in same sex pairs.

Pairs of strangers watched three types of videos together: positive, negative, and neutral (中性的) with a curtain between them that was either open or closed. At the start of the experiment the researchers asked each participant whether they’d like to meet the other member of their pair again. After watching each video, participants reported their emotions and feelings of connectedness, and after seeing all three videos they were asked once again about their feelings towards the other participant.

The results showed the emotional films generated stronger responses than the neutral film. Crucially, the team said participants’ feelings of connectedness within the pairs was boosted when they experienced more intense emotions. However, this was only the case when participants watched the films with the curtain between them open. The researchers said that whether or not the pairs could see each other had no impact on how positively or negatively they felt about the films.

“We found that silently watching emotional films together with another individual is associated with social bonding, even when this person is a stranger and without any verbal (口头的) communication,” said Chung, the study author.

The team added that the findings may help explain why people seek out group activities that generate strong emotions, “even participating in sad memorials that cause negative emotions.” In other words, because emotion bonds us, and humans have a fundamental desire to belong, we’re up for experiences one might think we’d naturally want to avoid.

34What does “the phenomenon” in paragraph 1 refer to?

AShared emotions bond people. BPhysical touch helps tackle stress.

CA chance encounter leads to a friendship. DEntertainment is a crucial part of human life.

35How did the researchers get their findings?

ABy analyzing participants’ emotions.

BBy comparing participants’ self-reports.

CBy documenting participants’ video responses.

DBy stimulating participants’ desire for interaction.

36The study found that strong bonds were indeed created between pairs only when ______.

Athey were familiar with each other Bthey watched neutral films together

Cthey were aware of the presence of each other Dthey could see each other while watching the films

37What is presented in the last paragraph of the text?

AAn interpretation of the findings. BPotential implication of the findings.

CSupporting evidence for the findings. DThe underlying logic behind the findings.

 

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2025·江苏南通·三模)Next time you’re walking through a park on a hot day, take a moment to sit under a big old tree. You’ll find that the temperature is something like 2℃ cooler than if you were beneath an umbrella. Why? Because a mature tree releases a massive amount of water from its leaves, which cools the surrounding air, just like the way sweating cools our bodies down.

So a single tree influences the microclimate around it — but what about an entire forest? That’s the question explored in The Power of Trees by German forester Peter Wohlleben. He writes about trees, ecosystems, roots and the many creatures who live in and among them in a fresh, lively way. He believes forests and trees make decisions about their survival, protect and look after their young.

For readers, some of this language is familiar, and some may know that this style has been a source of derision (嘲笑) in the past. However, it’s this down-to-earth, conversational style that makes the book come to life and makes complex science accessible. He explains processes, such as the way trees access and use sugars at different times of the year, in simple, everyday terms.

Wohlleben writes in a calm style, but he can’t hide his anger with the way people today — including many environmentalists — now “think of trees as little more than biological storage units for carbon dioxide either while they are alive or when they are dead”. This narrow perspective ignores the vast beneficial effects that forests generate for global temperature management. His claims and criticisms are backed by emerging science and new research, as well as practical observations of how the presence of forests changes the landscape nearby.

This book is wise and thought-provoking. In his chapter highlighting the role of wolves as top predators (捕食者) in preserving the forest, Wohlleben writes: “We can come at protecting forests from whatever direction we want, but the results are always the same. We must put less pressure on nature by exploiting (开发) it less. We must strengthen forests by allowing them to take care of themselves.”

30What does The Power of Trees explore?

ATemperature management. BThe loss of water in leaves.

CFormation of microclimates. DThe vital role that forests play.

31Which can describe the language in the book?

AComplex. BFancy. CApproachable. DProfessional.

32How does Wohlleben deal with people’s narrow perspective on forests?

AHe treats it lightly. BHe turns a deaf ear to it.

CHe refers to it selectively. DHe argues against it convincingly.

33What does Wohlleben suggest for protecting forests?

AFighting climate change. BLeaving them alone.

CReturning farmland to forest. DDriving wolves away.

 

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2025·江苏南通·三模)To see Garnett Puett’s latest sculpture at the Hammer Museum, you have to enter a dark room protected by a series of heavy curtains. Inside, glowing red light lights up a glass cage. Within the cage are three human figures with a large group of insects crawling over them. The bees move slowly over the faces of the figures. The colony of bees is so thick in places, it looks like fur (毛皮) growing on the statue — fur that moves.

“Woah.” “I’ve never seen.” Visitors say as they enter the silent room.

Puett has been making his “apisculptures”, using metal, beeswax (蜂蜡) and colonies of live bees, for four decades now. It’s art with a purpose: Puett wants to remind viewers of the power and creativity of bees, whose survival is under threat around the world. “It’s sort of subconscious advertising,” Puett said. “Bees are good.”

In the 1980s, when Puett’s bee sculptures first became an art world hit, people just thought he was a guy playing with bees. Actually, his use of bees came from a deep family tradition. He grew up as a fourth-generation beekeeper, whose family had worked with bees since the 1700s. His great-grandfather raised queen bees, passing the business down to his son and grandson. Puett worked on those farms as a teenager, starting with the simplest tasks. His bee farm experience has resulted in precision in the art he makes with bee colonies.

In the four decades since, the eco-artist withdrew somewhat from the art world. He moved to Hawaii, where he and his family have spent three decades running an organic honey farm. The work is challenging and labor intensive. That work has put him on the frontlines of dealing with threats to bee populations. Foreign species have killed numerous bees on his family’s farm, shrinking the number of surviving beehives (蜂巢) from 4,000 to about 2,000 in the past 15 years.

“People used to call me up really mad saying words I can’t repeat if the hives were bothering them,” relates Puett with a laugh. “But since we lost half the bee population within two years, people are more aware of their importance and are far more understanding and appreciative. That’s been the one bright side to all this difficulty.”

26What do visitors think of Puett’s bee sculpture?

AIt is cruel. BIt is creative. CIt is educational. DIt is frightening.

27Why did Puett make his “apisculptures”?

ATo advocate for bees through art. BTo commercialize his bee products.

CTo offer a shelter for threatened bees. DTo illustrate a new method of sculpture.

28What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about?

AA background in bee art. BThe history of beekeeping.

CBee-themed activities for kids. DFour generations under one roof.

29What was the impact of the bee population loss?

APuett downsized his beekeeping. BPeople became tolerant of Puett.

CPuett shifted his focus to his sculptures. DPublic perception of bees has been improved.

 

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2025·浙江台州·二模)The famous marshmallow test, where children are asked to choose one marshmallow now or two later, may reveal more than willpower. Recent research suggests the ability to delay gratification (满足) could help protect against cognitive (认知) decline. This skill strengthens the brain’s prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for planning and reasoning. Just as regular physical exercise helps maintain muscle strength, regularly practising delayed gratification may help maintain cognitive functions throughout life. Over time, it will definitely build up mental resilience.

Resisting immediate rewards stimulates “cool” controlling strategies in the prefrontal cortex, while giving in to temptation involves emotional decision-making areas. Regular practice of these “cool” strategies contributes to cognitive reserve, which highlights the importance of mental stimulation. This regular practice will potentially delay cognitive decline. It’s not just about willpower, but the ability to plan for the future, which is essential to make healthier lifestyle choices that benefit brain health.

These skills can be developed at any age. While early childhood lays the foundation for delayed gratification, adults can strengthen self-control through consistent practice. Strategies like setting specific goals enhance these abilities. Studies show those who regularly practice self-control tend to maintain better cognitive functions as they age, demonstrating stronger problem-solving skills.

Physical activity matters in this relationship. Research shows that higher physical activity is linked to better cognitive function, especially in older adults. Delaying gratification helps maintain regular exercise habits, creating a positive feedback circle that supports brain health. The more we practice delayed gratification, the more we strengthen our brain’s ability of self-control and protect against future cognitive decline.

To develop these skills, start with small delays and gradually increase the waiting period. Set achievable goals and practice mindfulness to manage emotional urges. It’s never too late to start building cognitive resilience, and the small choices we make today can have a lasting impact on our mental health in the long term.

22How does the author illustrate delayed gratification in paragraph 1?

ABy defining concepts.

BBy giving descriptions.

CBy making comparisons.

DBy conducting surveys.

23What’s the function of practicing “cool” controlling strategies regularly?

AEnhancing cognitive reserve.

BArousing emotional awareness.

CDeveloping temptation resistance.

DBoosting willpower performance.

24How can adults improve their problem-solving skills?

ABy building physical fitness gradually.

BBy exercising self-control consistently.

CBy making feedback circles immediately.

DBy establishing major objectives successfully.

25What’s the main idea of the text?

ADelayed gratification benefits brain health.

BPhysical activity increases muscle strength.

CWaiting period influences cognitive function.

DPositive mindfulness manages emotional drive.

 

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24-25高二下·天津·期中)It was the week before Christmas, and the mall was filled with eager shoppers searching for the perfect presents. I was there, too, looking for something     560     for my little sister. As I     561     through the crowded street, my eyes caught a beautiful music     562     in a store window. It was really delicate, with a (n)     563     ballerina (芭蕾舞女演员) twirling gracefully inside when the box was opened.

I     564     my way into the store, determined to buy it. But when I saw the price tag, my heart     565    . It was much more expensive than I could     566    . Disappointed, I was about to leave when a kind-looking elderly woman     567     me. “You seem really interested in that music box,” she said with a warm     568    . I nodded, explaining that it would be the      569      gift for my sister, but the cost was too high.

The woman listened      570      and then said, “I’m a regular here, and I have a discount card. Maybe we can use it to get a better      571     .” I was hesitant at first, not wanting to      572      her, but her kind smile      573      me. Together, we walked up to the cashier. With her discount card, we managed to bring the price down to an      574      level for me. I was overjoyed and thanked her      575     .

Just as I was about to leave, the woman      576      me again. “I have one more thing for you,” she said. She reached into her purse and pulled out a small      577     . “This is a Christmas card. Inside, there’s a little      578      for you. Use it to buy something else nice for your sister, or just keep it for yourself. Merry Christmas!”

I was      579      by her generosity. It was not just the money or the discount that touched me, but the genuine kindness of a stranger during the holiday season.

560Aordinary Bspecial Cexpensive Dcheap

561Awalked Bdrove Cflew Dswam

562Atoy Bbook Cbox Ddress

563Aplastic Bwooden Cmetal Delegant

564Alost Bmade Cpushed Dshowed

565Asank Bbeat Cchanged Dmelted

566Aafford Bimagine Cunderstand Dbelieve

567Astopped Bfollowed Cgreeted Dignored

568Asound Bhug Csmile Dhandshake

569Awrong Bperfect Cstrange Dsimple

570Aimpatiently Bcritically Cattentively Dcarelessly

571Aquality Bcolor Csize Dprice

572Atrouble Bmeet Cknow Dhelp

573Ascared Bgreeted Csurprised Dencouraged

574Aunreasonable Bacceptable Cunthinkable Dbelievable

575Aweakly Bbriefly Csincerely Dsecretly

576Acalled Bleft Cvisited Dpraised

577Abike Bwallet Ccard Dgift

578Astory Bmoney Cpicture Dadvice

579Aconfused Bannoyed Cfrightened Dmoved

 

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2025·北京昌平·二模)I never considered myself artistic until that rainy autumn afternoon. Mrs. Riley, our art teacher, handed out canvases (画布) with an unusual     550    , “Paint what you feel others cannot see.” My classmates     551     dipped brushes into bright colors, while I stared at the     552     surface, no idea in my mind, and immersed myself in self-doubt.

For years, I had     553     to draw except for stick figures and convinced that     554     wasn’t my gift. But as raindrops tapped the window like a piece of beautiful music, an idea sparked — I mixed greys and blues to capture the rhythm of the storm. To my     555    , Mrs. Riley paused and looked at my drawing. “This... has depth,” she murmured, nodding her head slightly.

That night, I lay awake, torn between excitement and fear. My sketchbook (速写本), long hidden under textbooks, resurfaced like an old friend. I began sketching shadows dancing through streetlights, steam curling from teacups — ordinary magic I’d always     556    .

Weeks later, the school exhibition arrived. My piece “Urban Symphony” hung beside abstract paintings. Visitors rushed past my work without pause until a little girl pulled her mother’s sleeve. “Look! It’s like the city is breathing!” Her words were beyond my personal     557    .

Now, as I prepare for art college, I often recall Mrs. Riley’s wisdom: “Vision grows when we dare to     558     the invisible.” That blank canvas taught me creativity isn’t about skill, but the     559     to share our unique perspectives.

550Atask Bgift Csign Dgame

551Asuddenly Beventually Cimmediately Dcasually

552Amessy Bblank Ctorn Drough

553Apretended Bdecided Cpromised Drefused

554Asincerity Bcreativity Ccuriosity Dgenerosity

555Asurprise Banger Cregret Dhorror

556Aforgot Btracked Cignored Dwitnessed

557Acontrol Bauthority Ccapacity Dexpectation

558Aexplore Bquestion Ccreate Dprotect

559Adream Bchance Ccourage Ddemand

 

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24-25高三下·安徽阜阳·期中)A group of extraordinary grandmothers, lovely known as the Knitwits, use their knitting needles to weave threads to bring     535     to the young patients and comfort them. With     536     fingers and hearts full of strong feelings of sympathy, these women are making a difference in the lives of children facing illness by     537     them handcrafted hats that not only warm their heads but also their spirits.

The Knitwits are a group of     538     residents with a passion for knitting, who     539     their love for crafting into a purposeful effort. Meeting     540    , they pour their collective affection into every stitch they make. The group has been     541     for over a decade, meeting every Friday. Over years, they’ve crafted thousands of items to support organizations that     542     others, locally and around the world.

Recently a member of the Knitwits, Mary Ann Stover, whose daughter was a children’s doctor, was     543     to have the group knit hats for     544     at Children’s Hospital.

“Mary Ann     545     out to me about the possibility of the Knitwits knitting hats for the children in the heart center. We     546     the vision for this initiative, and how we would take advantage of the hats across the heart center,” said Betsy Beall, a certified child life specialist at Children’s Hospital.

The hats, each a     547     work of art, designed with holiday themes,     548     not only the skill of the Knitwits but also the individualized     549     they wish to convey.

535Ascarves Bjoy Csweaters Dtreatment

536Askilful Bpowerful Ccolourful Dbeautiful

537Adelivering Bbuying Cgifting Dselecting

538Agenerous Bsenior Chealthy Daverage

539Adeclare Bhide Cchange Dchannel

540Aregularly Binstantly Ceventually Drandomly

541Apreparing Bstruggling Cworking Dstudying

542Aplease Bassist Crespect Dcure

543Ainspired Bamused Crequired Dguided

544Achemists Bresidents Cdoctors Dpatients

545Aturned Bstepped Creached Dlooked

546Adiscussed about Bargued over Cheard of Dworried about

547Asimple Bunique Cnatural Dclear

548Akeep Binfluence Creflect Dcover

549Acare Bduty Cpromise Dneed

 

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24-25高二下·新疆乌鲁木齐·期中)As a high school student, I used to view technology as merely a tool for entertainment. However, my perspective changed when our school introduced an innovative online learning     505     called “EduTech”. This platform allowed students to     506     resources like virtual labs and interactive lectures anytime, breaking the     507     of traditional classrooms.

One day, our physics teacher assigned a project requiring us to     508     in a global science competition. My team decided to explore renewable energy. Through EduTech, we     509     data from international research institutes and even     510     a 3D model of a solar-powered device. The process was challenging, but the     511     of combining technology with education amazed us.

However, not everything went smoothly. Once, while     512     a video conference with experts, the system crashed due to a network failure. We felt     513    , but our teacher encouraged us: “Technical issues are part of the journey. What matters is your     514     to adapt.”

This experience taught me that technology isn’t a replacement for teachers but a(n)     515     to deepen learning. While some argue that digital tools may reduce face-to-face     516    , I believe they can create more     517     opportunities if used wisely. As the competition deadline approached, we finally submitted our project,     518     with both knowledge and a renewed appreciation for the     519     of human creativity and artificial intelligence.

505Atrend Bconcept Cbarrier Dplatform

506Adefine Breject Caccess Dmodify

507Alimitations Badvantages Ctheories Dtraditions

508Aparticipate Bcompete Cdebate Dprotest

509Aanalyzed Bgenerated Cuploaded Dacquired

510Adesigned Bsimulated Crepaired Devaluated

511Apotential Bconflict Croutine Ddilemma

512Aattending Bdelaying Chosting Dignoring

513Ainspired Bfrustrated Crelieved Dmotivated

514Aability Bhesitation Ctendency Dreluctance

515Athreat Balternative Cextension Dobstacle

516Ainteraction Bcompetition Chesitation Ddistraction

517Apredictable Bflexible Ccontroversial Dconventional

518Aequipped Bconfused Cisolated Dexhausted

519Aharmony Bcontrast Cconflict Dbalance

 

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2025届福建省南平市高中毕业班五月份质量检测英语试题)In 2021, I was going through the toughest period of my life — I suddenly went blind. The doctors tried several treatments, which proved     490    . I became desperate.

One afternoon I felt I couldn’t     491     the day anymore and cried bitterly. My mom wanted to     492     me, but she didn’t know what to say. Then my brother Sam     493     me a glass of water. Before I could take a sip, my mum     494     me, shouting, “There’s a spider in it.” As ever, Sam’s     495     rang into the distance.

Sam had long been a “trouble maker”, so this latest     496     was nothing new. I realized I had a     497     — I could make the situation worse by punishing him, or, I could find it     498    . I couldn’t control the blindness, but I could decide how I      499      to it.

Facing all my misfortune, I laughed hard and replaced it with      500     . In his own way, Sam didn’t treat me      501      and helped me feel like myself, which gave me the      502      I needed for the treatments ahead.

Now I still have three operations before I eventually have my sight      503     . Yes, I’m worried I might not regain my eyesight, but I refuse to allow it to      504      my life. And I am grateful that I can always check for spider.

490Aharmless Brewarding Cfruitless Dsuccessful

491Awaste Bface Cmiss Dshare

492Afollow Bblame Ccomfort Dforgive

493Asent Bleft Cordered Dhanded

494Acheated Bstopped Cencouraged Durged

495Alaugh Bcry Cshout Dsigh

496Atrick Btask Cskill Dgoal

497Aplan Bproposal Cchoice Dpurpose

498Afunny Bembarrassing Csilly Ddisappointing

499Areacted Bagreed Cobjected Dturned

500Aluck Banger Cpain Dhope

501Apatiently Bequally Cdifferently Dkindly

502Apraise Banxiety Cstress Drelief

503Aexamined Brestored Cchanged Dinfluenced

504Aprotect Bbalance Cimprove Ddominate

 

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