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24-25高二下·安徽蚌埠·阶段练习)Body language can be a very powerful tool, no matter the size of the audience. Whether it is two people or two hundred people, body language can directly influence how audience members see a speaker or respond to what is being said. Body language has the power to influence the audience’s feelings and even change minds. Therefore, it is always important to be mindful of the “saying” when engaging with different audiences.

Within interpersonal exchanges, body language can contain many different emotions or signals. By ensuring that a person’s body language is “consistent” with their emotional state, someone can create a safe environment for conversation to happen. If one’s body language is inconsistent with their emotional state, this might leave an audience feeling uncomfortable, put off, or on edge. They won’t know what to expect from that person.

For example, a person might want to make a listener feel “comfortable” and “laid back” during a conversation. If this is the goal, they will avoid having “closed-off” or “unfriendly” body language, such as avoiding eye contact or crossing their arms. To make somebody feel more comfortable within a conversation, someone should focus on being “open” with their posture (姿势). They should relax their face and make sure to hold the listener’s attention and face the listener in an “open” position (e.g. with arms at their sides and slightly leaning (倾斜) towards the listener).

More importantly, body language can influence whether or not an audience feels confident or trusting of a speaker’s expertise. If a speaker’s body language comes across as being “nervous” or “hesitant”, then an audience might not take what they are saying seriously or be less likely to believe them or find them credible.

In summary, body language plays a key role in speaking. Effective use of body language can also enhance the speaker’s message and engage the audience. On the contrary, poor body language can detract from (影响) the speaker’s message and create a passive impression. Therefore, it is essential for speakers to pay attention to their body language and use it to their advantage when delivering a speech.

46What does the underlined words “the ‘saying’” in paragraph 1 refer to?

AMaking a speech. BA response. CBody language. DAn inner voice.

47What should persons do to create a sense of safety for a conversation?

AHave lower expectations of their audience.

BKeep their body language true to their feelings.

CRemain emotionally consistent with the audience.

DAvoid exposing their inner emotions to the audience.

48What might the act of crossing one’s arms lead to according to the text?

ARelaxation. BOptimism. CTension. DDoubt.

49What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?

ATo offer suggestions on delivering a speech. BTo show the benefits of using body language.

CTo point out improper types of body language. DTo remind us to be careful with body language.

 

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2025届吉林省长春市高三下学期模拟预测(四)英语试题(含听力))Mike Pavlik, a 51-year-old part-timer at Trader Joe’s, leads a double life. When he’s not at his day job, he serves as an amateur “detective”, working tirelessly for Twin Cities Stolen Bikes. This volunteer group, with its 11,000-member Facebook page, has become a beacon (灯塔) of hope for bike owners in Minneapolis.

One day, Pavlik received a tip about a stolen bike being sold online. He decided to take matters into his own hands. Dressing up in a sport coat, he posed as a potential buyer. Meeting the seller, he carefully noted the bike’s make, model, and markings, quickly confirming it was the stolen property he was after. When the seller asked for collateral (抵押品) for a test-ride, Pavlik managed to convince him otherwise and pedaled away with the bike, much to the seller’s later annoyance.

Pavlik’s actions are not just about recovering bikes; they’re about bringing joy to victims and justice to the wronged. “I love making someone who’s been victimized happy,” he says, “and I enjoy giving thieves a taste of their own medicine.”

Stolen Bikes NOLA, a similar organization in New Orleans with nearly 6,000 Facebook followers, also plays a crucial role. Clark Thompson, their spokesman, tells a story of a man who lost his $50 Walmart bike. For this man, the bike was his only means of getting to work. Thanks to the efforts of Stolen Bikes NOLA, the bike was recovered, and the man’s livelihood was saved.

These volunteer-run groups operate in a challenging environment. Bike theft has skyrocketed, especially with the rise of expensive e-bikes. In North America, close to 2 million bikes are stolen annually, causing huge losses to cyclists. Police, burdened with manpower shortages, often struggle to keep up. But these volunteers, driven by passion and a sense of justice, continue their mission. They search online platforms like Facebook. Their work is not without danger, but the rewards, seeing the smiles on the faces of reunited owners, make it all worthwhile.

42Why did Mike Pavlik ride away with the bike during the test-ride?

ATo test its performance.

BTo return it to the owner.

CTo avoid leaving collateral.

DTo gather evidence for the police.

43What motivates Pavlik to recover stolen bikes according to the text?

ASeeking public approval.

BGaining material rewards.

CRestoring a moral balance.

DChasing thrilling experiences.

44What can be inferred about the work of these volunteer groups?

AIt is risky and rewarding.

BIt is easy and trouble-free.

CIt is unfulfilling and fruitless.

DIt is uneventful and thankless.

45What is a suitable title for the text?

ABike Theft: A Serious Problem

BTheft Prevention: New Strategies

CPolice Shortage: An Urgent Issue

DVolunteers: Bike Recovery Heroes

 

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2025·江西·模拟预测)Ben, a licensed clinical social worker and his wife Heather both worked two jobs to support their family with two young children, and often lived from hand to mouth. But Ben’s own lack never prevented him from being the generous person that he is. When he saw families in his casework who couldn’t afford basic necessities, he’d call Heather and Heather always said yes to help them. Then he decided to do more.

In 2018, Ben started gathering winter coats and foods in his office, and received donations from local families and community groups. He and his colleagues would then deliver donations to their clients. Heather also put out a collection box in the gym where she worked. “It makes me feel so good to help families that we know are in need,” Ben told Heather. “I think we should try to do even more!”

The next year, the couple named their effort Benny’s Bode (BennysBodega.com) and made it a public welfare organization. After receiving generous donations, they moved operations to a 1,200-square-foot retail store space. Now “customers” who are often working people keeping their head above water arrive at what looks like a store, and show proof of employment and a photo ID to shop at Benny’ s, always free of charge. Visits are allowed twice monthly, and veterans (退伍军人) and senior citizens can visit once a month. Benny’s Bodega helps 1,700 people each month in 2024 alone.

Heather and Ben are thrilled that they can help. “This is something that I need to do,” says Ben, “something that I feel I am put on this earth to do.” Adds Heather, “Ben would always say that giving back and volunteering is actually the most selfish thing you can do because of the joy you get from helping change someone’s life.”

38What motivated Ben to start gathering donations?

AHis wife’s support. BHis work experience.

CHis clients’ struggles. DHis financial difficulties.

39What is Benny’ s Bodega?

AAn employment agency. BA nonprofit organization.

CA traditional grocery store. DA second-hand clothing shop.

40What is required for people to get help from Benny’s Bodega?

AShopping at the store regularly. BBeing members of the shop.

CProving their qualifications. DTrying to make ends meet.

41Which of the following can best describe Ben?

ASelfless and brave. BHelpful and honest.

CGenerous and independent. DResponsible and kind.

 

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2025·安徽·模拟预测)The following are four of this year’s top bestsellers for kids:The Wild Robot Escapes

by Peter Brown

Paperback: $10.50

Shipwrecked on a remote, wild island, Robot Roz learned from the unwelcoming animal inhabitants and adapted to her surroundings — but can she survive the challenges of the civilized world and find her way home to Brightbill and the island?Little House in the Big Woods

by Laura Ingalls Wilder

Hardcover: $21.99

Based on the real-life adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder, it tells the story of Laura’s real childhood as an American pioneer, and is cherished by readers of all generations. It offers a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tells the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.Where the Wild Things Are

by Maurice Sendak

Paperback: $11.99

Maurice Sendak’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children’s books of all time. It brings to life the wild imagination of a young boy who finds himself on an island inhabited by “wild things.” A must for every child’s bookshelf.The Runaway Bunny

by Margaret Wise Brown

Hardcover: $20.50

A little bunny keeps running away from his mother in this imaginary game of hide-and-seek and his mother always finds him. Children will be profoundly comforted by this lovingly steadfast mother who finds her child every time.

Membership & Rewards: For all the books on sale, members get an additional 10% off.

35What challenge does the main character face in The Wild Robot Escapes?

ASearching for her lost friend.

BAdapting to the human world.

CSurviving on a deserted island.

DLearning how to communicate with animals.

36Which book provides a realistic portrayal of early American life?

AThe Wild Robot Escapes. BLittle House in the Big Woods.

CWhere the Wild Things Are. DThe Runaway Bunny.

37How much should a member pay for two copies of The Runaway Bunny?

A$18.45. B$20.50. C$36.90. D$41.00.

 

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24-25高一下·浙江·期中)Nearly everyone at All Things Wild Rehabilitation, a shelter for injured and displaced wildlife in Georgetown, agrees that Polly, the shelter’s 1-year-old Pekin duck, has never known a stranger. “She’s very clingy to everybody here,” said Jessica Green, Polly’s caretaker. “She loves being a loved duck.”

Polly was brought to the shelter last October after losing part of her bill (鸟嘴) in what staff members believe was an animal attack. “Polly might come as an Easter gift for a kid… and somebody got tired of all of the work that it takes to raise a little duckling, so they dropped off her at a pond in Leander,” Green said. “After being dropped off, we believe Polly was attacked by a snapping turtle, resulting in the injury.”

As a Pekin duck, Polly was never meant to live in the wild. “It’s a domestic (驯养的) duck here. Not native. Releasing it to local ponds… there’s just very low chances of survival.” But Polly survived and captured both the hearts and minds of Georgetown residents.

Months ago, All Things Wild reached out to Southwestern university’s 3-D printing lab to inquire about the possibility of creating an artificial bill for Polly, which would allow Polly to do something she currently can’t do without help.

“Sure, we’ll give it a go.” said Andrade, a junior at the University. “We’ve just kept doing all of the research and scanning and modeling required… and we’ve actually made some progress.” Hopefully, Polly will have an artificial bill to try on this June.

Jeff Manley, owner of a pet supply store chain in Georgetown, decided to raise funds for Polly’s new bill. He now sells duck dog toys at his stores in honor of Polly. “It’s definitely something people can relate to. Buying a duck toy gives people something they can hold onto and say, ‘Look, I helped make this happen.’”

Manley was impressed by the community’s reaction to the fundraiser. “I think that’s what Georgetown is about — about the community and supporting each other.”

31What does the word “clingy” in Paragraph 1 most likely mean?

ASocially active. BNaturally curious.

CPhysically weak. DEmotionally attached.

32What caused Polly’s bill injury according to the article?

AAn attack by a certain wild animal. BAn accident in an Easter celebration.

CAn injury from human mistreatment. DA conflict with other domestic ducks.

33Why can’t Pekin ducks survive well in the wild?

AThey are too small to defend themselves. BThey struggle to find enough food in ponds.

CThey easily get lost in unfamiliar environments. DThey are domesticated and can’t adapt to nature.

34Which of the following is the most suitable title for the passage?

APolly’s Journey with Innovative 3D Printing.

BCommunity Love to Give a Duck a Second Chance.

CA Successful Fundraising Story Behind a Duck Toy.

DDangers of Releasing Domestic Ducks into the Wild.

 

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24-25高二下·江苏常州·期中)Releasing tiny metal rods (金属棒) into Mars’ atmosphere could warm the planet enough to melt water and support microbial life. Scientists at the University of Chicago aim to find a way to make Mars suitable for humans to live. So it is crucial to raise its surface temperature. Some people have suggested putting mirrors above Mars’ surface or pumping methane () into its atmosphere, but these ideas are difficult to apply because the raw materials required would need to be sent from Earth.

Now, Edwin Kite and his colleagues have found relatively small dust clouds made from iron or aluminium () rods taken from rocks on Mars could warm the planet in a period of a few months or over a decade, depending on how quickly the particles are released. These metal rods could be carried by wind from the surface to Mars’ upper atmosphere, where they would then remain for around a decade, trapping heat from below and allowing more sunlight through.

Kite and his team modeled how the rods responded to light and then fed this information into climate simulations (模拟), which showed that the increase in temperature and pressure would be enough for parts of Mars to sustain liquid water and potentially oxygen-producing bacteria. They also found that this warming would only need the rods to be released at a rate equal to that of water flowing through about 30 garden taps, amounting to a total of 700,000 cubic metres of metal per year to achieve the required warming, or around 1 percent of Earth's metal production.  

“According to our plan, we found a surprisingly small amount of engineered dust would be required, much less than the amount of engineered greenhouse gases required if you wanted the same amount of warming,” says Kite. “But it would still be challenging to dig large holes in the ground to collect iron or aluminium from Mars.”

“One uncertainty in the simulations is how the tiny rods might interact with water in Mars’ atmosphere. Water can form a group with the dust and fall back to the surface as rain, reducing the warming,” says Manoj Joshi at the University of East Anglia, UK.

27What do the scientists at the University of Chicago try to do?

ATo make Mars habitable. BTo change Mars’ landscape.

CTo send raw materials to Mars. DTo find microbial life on Mars.

28What can the metal rods do?

AHelp clean Mars’ atmosphere. BBetter expose Mars’ surface to the sun.

CCollect particles from Mars’ rocks. DKeep Mars’ upper atmosphere cold.

29What is the difficulty of the plan according to Kite?

ASustaining liquid water on Mars’ surface.

BMining for needed metal materials on Mars.

CProducing a large amount of water on lars.

DReleasing engineered greenhouse gases into Mars’ atmosphere.

30What is Manoi Joshi’s attitude towards the plan?

ASupportive. BDoubtful. CSerious. DUnclear.

 

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2025·贵州黔南·三模)Oasis agriculture is a unique agricultural practice that thrives in the middle of arid and semi-arid regions, where water is a limited resource. These oases, usually forms where underground water reaches the ground, create fertile soil in deserts, allowing crops and plants to grow in such tough conditions. AlUla, an area in northwest Saudi Arabia, is a perfect example of this type of farming, with a history of thousands of years.

The formation of AIUla’s oasis results from a dry riverbed that channels water from distant rain into the valley, enriching the soil with minerals from the neighboring basalt (玄武岩) plains. This natural water source not only helped plants to grow and attracted animals but also became the home of early human societies. Around 5, 000 years ago, people started to grow cereal grains in this area. Scientists have found evidence of ancient farming and diets in old grains, seeds, and wood, showing how important the oasis was for these early communities.

Today, oases like AlUla are not only centers for farming but also places where trade, knowledge, and farming methods have been shared for centuries. However, these oases now face serious threats. For example, climate problems are changing rain patterns and making areas drier. Harmful farming practices and city expansion are using up water supplies, causing water levels to drop and soil to lose quality. Competition for limited resources is making social and economic gaps wider, putting oasis agriculture at risk. Without quick action, its future is uncertain.

To protect oasis agriculture, sustainable management is needed. This includes using water-saving irrigation systems, avoiding water waste, and encouraging natural farming with varied crops. It is also vital to include local communities in protecting oases, as they have valuable knowledge passed down through generations. By doing these, we can ensure oasis agriculture survives and helps protect both Earth’s biodiversity and cultural history.

23In which regions is oasis agriculture mainly applied?

ARegions with limited water. BRegions with frequent floods.

CExtremely cold regions. DHighly populated regions.

24What is the primary cause of AlUla’s oasis formation?

AThe discovery of ancient farming and diets.

BMinerals from the nearby plains.

CA dry riverbed transporting rainwater to the valley.

DThe settlement of ancient people.

25Why are the examples mentioned in Paragraph 3?

ATo analyze the limitation of oasis agriculture.

BTo prove the importance of oases.

CTo stress the effects on developing oasis agriculture.

DTo illustrate the specific threats to oases.

26Which suggestion does the author agree with?

AGrowing single crops for higher efficiency. BAdopting eco-friendly farming policies.

CRelying only on government-led conservation. DBanning using all irrigation systems.

 

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(海南省2024-2025学年高三下学期学业水平诊断(五)英语试题(含听力))Are you tired of traditional learning methods that fail to inspire your passion for knowledge? Do you dream of exploring the world’s wonders while expanding your intellectual horizons? EduQuest is the answer to your prayers!

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20What does EduQuest primarily aim to do?

AOffer traditional learning methods. BPrepare students for standardized tests.

CCreate an engaging educational experience. DProvide STEM courses for advanced learners.

21Which program is likely to appeal to someone interested in travelling?

AGlobal Citizenship. BSTEM Innovators.

CDigital Creatives. DCultural Explorers.

22What can we know about EduQuest?

AIt opens to people of any age in the world.

BIt requires applicants to submit a work collection.

CIt provides flexible locations for learners to choose from.

DIt offers financial aid to all the students who want to join.

 

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(海南省2024-2025学年高三下学期学业水平诊断(五)英语试题(含听力))Making friends can be hard, especially as adults. But 87-year-old Doug Turner doesn’t let age stop him from having a good time. The Pennsylvania resident recently became famous after he arrived at the door of his neighbor, Hernandez. The door security camera recorded the sweet moment, and it marked the beginning of a new friendship.

Hernandez had just moved to the neighborhood and hadn’t met Turner yet. The video shows him carefully approaching her doorstep with his walking stick and a pocket full of paper invitations. He rang the doorbell and handed her an invitation. “Hi, I’m Turner from across the street,” he said. “This is an invitation to a winter party. I don’t want to leave it in the mailbox because you may miss it.” The invitation had a hand-drawn snowflake and said, “A Celebration of Winter…4:00 pm until the police arrive.”

Hernandez was touched and shared the moment on TikTok. The video quickly got over 2million views, with many people encouraging her to attend. Excitement grew as brands and even Michael Bublé offered food, drinks and gifts for the party. Turner received fan mail from around the world. He kept the guest list small, inviting just a few dozen neighbors.

Turner has lived on the street for 16 years and used to host winter parties with his late wife. Now, he continues the tradition to stay busy and bring people together. “I’m going to get these people in one room, and maybe they’ll get to know each other,” he said. On February 15th,Hernandez shared a live video from the party. Turner later said, “It’s been great to connect with a bunch of great neighbors. We didn’t get through all the food and drinks, but we did put a big hole in the pile. And the police never showed up.”

16Why did Turner come to Hernandez’s door?

ATo start a new tradition. BTo express his thankfulness.

CTo make a good first impression. DTo extend an invitation.

17What was the impact of Hernandez sharing the video on TikTok?

AIt caused Turner to delay the party.

BIt led to the concern of the police.

CIt made Hernandez popular around the world.

DIt brought the party much attention and support.

18Which words can best describe Turner?

AKind-hearted and patient. BEasy-going and considerate.

CHumble and independent. DDetermined and ambitious.

19What is the text mainly about?

AA man’s effort to unite the neighborhood.

BThe importance of social media in modern life.

CA newcomer’s attempt to integrate into a community.

DThe challenges of making friends as a senior.

 

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