新闻听力 | 美国各州推动在高中禁止使用手机

VOA慢速:美国各州推动在高中禁止使用手机US States Push for Cell Phone Ban in High Schools 慢速 | 四级 偏难 | 677词 | 6min48s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. What is the main focus of this report?A. The benefits of allowing cell phone use in high schools.B. The push for cell phone bans in U.S. high schools.C. The technological advancements in educational tools.D. The differences in educational policies across states.Q2. What reason did Governor Glenn Youngkin give for restricting cell phone use in Virginia schools?A. To reduce the amount of time spent on social media.B. To align with federal educational guidelines.C. To increase physical activities among students.D. Because students who use phones during class learn less and achieve lower grades.Q3. What was a common issue reported by teachers regarding student cell phone use?A. Students frequently make phone calls during class.B. Students use phones to cheat on exams.C. Students are distracted by the content on their phones.D. Students refuse to bring phones to school.Q4. Why does James Granger believe that physically removing cellphones from students is effective?A. It prevents students from losing their phones.B. It ensures students follow school policies.C. It eliminates the possibility of phone usage during class.D. It teaches students to be more responsible.Q5. How do some students feel about policies banning cell phone use in schools?A. They believe it helps them focus better.B. They think it increases their independence.C. They feel it enhances communication with parents.D. They see no benefit to such policies.Part II. TRANSCRIPTUS States Push for Cell Phone Ban in High Schools(Q1) More American states are pushing for cell phone restrictions in high schools. The move comes as teachers say it is a major problem in the classroom. In July, Virginia became the latest in a growing number of U.S. states to restrict cell phone use in public schools. The state’s governor, Glenn Youngkin, issued an executive order to establish guidance and policies for local school systems to follow by January.executive n. 有执行权的;实施的;行政的(Q2) Youngkin’s order said, “Studies indicate that students who use their phones during class learn less and achieve lower grades.” It also cited an “alarming mental health crisis” among young people driven by the use of cell phones and social media.Last year, Florida became the first state to restrict the use of cell phones in school. A law that took effect in July requires all Florida public schools to ban student cell phone use during class time and block social media on the school’s wi-fi.The states of Indiana and Ohio passed their own laws this year. Several others, including Oklahoma, Vermont, and Kansas, have also recently introduced what is being called “phone-free schools” legislation. New York Governor Kathy Hochul said she will push for legislation to ban cell phone use in the coming legislative session in 2025.Cell phone distractionIn a recent public study, the Pew Research Center reported that 72 percent of U.S. high school teachers say cell phone distraction is a major problem in the classroom.Teachers report less of a problem with younger students. About 33 percent of middle school teachers and six percent of elementary school teachers see cell phone use as problematic.(Q3-1) The Associated Press (AP) reported that a California teacher complained of students watching Netflix during class. In Maryland, a teacher said students used gambling apps to place bets during the school day.(Q3-2) Many educators in the U.S. said students used social media, listened to music, and shopped online during the school day.James Granger is a science teacher at a Los Angeles-area high school. He told the AP, “Students used to have an understanding that you aren’t supposed to be on your phone in class. Those days are gone.” (Q4) Granger added, “The only solution that works is to physically remove the cellphone from the student.”Some students say such policies take away their independence and cut off their main method of communication with family and friends. Opposition also has come from parents who fear being cut off from their kids if there is a school emergency.Jaden Willoughey is a student at Delta High School in rural Utah. He shares the concern about being out of contact with his parents if there is an emergency. But he also sees the upside, or good result, of turning in his phone at school.upside n. 好的一面,积极面At Delta High School, students are required to leave their phones at the door when entering every class. (Q5) “It helps you focus on your work, and it’s easier to pay attention in class,” Jaden said.Kim Whitman is a leader of the Phone-Free Schools Movement, a group that advises schools. She told the AP she urges educators to make exceptions for students with special educational and medical needs.Back in VirginiaBack in Virginia, school systems have been increasingly banning or severely restricting students’ phone use.For example, Loudoun County Public Schools, in northern Virginia, passed a new policy last month that generally bans elementary school students from using phones during the school day.Middle school students are permitted to use their phones before or after school, but they are expected to store their phones in their lockers. In high school, students are expected to silence their phones and place them in storage during instructional time.In Richmond, Virginia, the school system started a cell phone ban last year in some of its high schools and middle schools.Jason Kamras is head of the Richmond school system. He said, “We saw more student engagement in class and fewer distractions throughout the day.” Additionally, he said, “Students reported spending more time talking with their peers.”Part III. KEYQ1. B. 主旨题。题目出处为“More American states are pushing for cell phone restrictions in high schools. The move comes as teachers say it is a major problem in the classroom.”以及整篇文章内容。文章主要讨论了美国各州推动高中禁止使用手机的情况。因此答案为B。Q2. D. 细节题。题目出处为“Youngkin’s order said, ‘Studies indicate that students who use their phones during class learn less and achieve lower grades.’” 意为:“Youngkin的行政令上写道,‘研究表明,在课堂上使用手机的学生学习效果较差,成绩也较低。’” 因此答案为D。Q3. C. 细节题。题目出处为“The Associated Press (AP) reported that a California teacher complained of students watching Netflix during class. In Maryland, a teacher said students used gambling apps to place bets during the school day. Many educators in the U.S. said students used social media, listened to music, and shopped online during the school day.”意为:“美联社报道,加利福尼亚的一位老师抱怨学生在课堂上看Netflix。在马里兰州,一位老师说学生们在上课时使用赌博应用程序下注。美国还有很多教育者称,学生在上学日使用社交媒体,听音乐,网购。”因此答案为C,即学生会被手机里的内容吸引而分心。Q4. C. 推理题。题目出处为“Granger added, ‘The only solution that works is to physically remove the cellphone from the student.’” 意为:“格兰杰补充道,‘唯一有效的解决方案是把手机从学生身边拿掉。’” 推理可知,这样才能彻底阻止学生在课堂上使用手机,因此答案为C。Q5. A. 细节题。题目出处为“It helps you focus on your work, and it’s easier to pay attention in class,” 意为:“它可以帮助你专注于你的工作,并且更容易在课堂上集中注意力。” 因此答案为A。(本文图片来源于摄图网,版权归摄图网所有)

教学素材 | 你为何对某人总是放不下

Why You Can’t Stop Thinking about Someone你为何对某人总是放不下词汇:六级| 句法:考研| 文本:六级 刘立军 供稿Many of us experience moments when we find ourselves repeatedly thinking about someone — a crush, an ex, or even a friend. These thoughts can be both thrilling and frustrating. They bring joy and anticipation, but can also distract and cause pain, especially if feelings are unreciprocated or a relationship has ended. Understanding why this happens can help you manage your emotions more effectively. 我们中的许多人都会经历这样的时刻:我们不断地思念某人——可能是暗恋对象、前任,甚至是朋友。这些思绪既令人兴奋又令人沮丧。它们带来快乐和期待,但也可能让人分心并造成痛苦,尤其是当这些感情得不到回应或一段关系已经结束时。理解其背后的原因,可以帮助你更有效地管理自己的情绪。Reason 1. Emotional Connection情感联结Emotional bonds are powerful. They form through shared experiences, deep conversations, or intense feelings. When we connect with someone emotionally, we naturally prioritize thoughts and memories related to them. Such connections make it almost inevitable that we think about these individuals, especially when we’ve invested emotionally in the relationship. 情感纽带是非常强大的。它们通过共同的经历、深入的交谈或强烈的情感而形成。当我们与某人建立了情感联系,自然会优先考虑与他们相关的想法和记忆。这种联系几乎不可避免地会使我们不断想起这些人,尤其是当我们在这段关系中投入了感情时。Reason 2. Unresolved Feelings 未了结的情感Unresolved emotions can keep someone on your mind for an extended period. When we have unfinished business, our minds replay situations in an attempt to make sense of them. This cycle can lead to constant thoughts about the person, especially if there are significant unresolved feelings. 未了结的情感可能会让你对某个人念念不忘。当我们有未了之事时,我们的脑海会反复回放这些情境,试图理清头绪。这种循环会导致你不断想起这个人,尤其是当你这种未了结的情感非常浓烈之时。Reason 3. Chemistry and Attraction化学反应和吸引力Attraction can play a significant role in why someone occupies our thoughts. When we’re attracted to someone, our brains release chemicals that generate feelings of pleasure and excitement. This response can be addictive, leading us to think about the person frequently. 当某个人占据着我们的思绪的时候,吸引力在其中也扮演着重要角色。当我们被某人吸引时,大脑会释放出产生愉悦和兴奋的化学物质。这种反应可能让人上瘾,导致我们频繁思念对方。Reason 4. Psychological Attachment心理依附Psychological attachment is formed through repeated interactions and shared experiences. It creates a sense of comfort and familiarity. When someone who has been a significant part of our routine is no longer around, we may feel a sense of loss, causing them to linger in our thoughts. 心理依恋通过反复的互动和共同的经历形成,这种依恋创造了一种舒适和熟悉感。当一个曾经是我们日常生活重要组成部分的人不再在身边时,我们可能会感到失落,从而让他们在我们心中徘徊。Reason 5. Idealization and Fantasies理想化和幻想Idealization can keep someone at the forefront of your mind. When we focus only on their positive traits and ignore their flaws, we create an unrealistic image that can be hard to let go of. Acknowledging imperfections in the person can help in letting go of these fantasies. 理想化会让某人始终占据你的思绪。当我们只关注他们的优点而忽视他们的缺点时,我们创造了一个难以释怀的不切实际的形象。承认这个人身上的不完美,可以帮助你放下这些幻想。Reason 6. External Triggers and Reminders外部触发和提醒Our surroundings often contain cues that can evoke memories associated with someone. These triggers can be unexpected — a place you frequented together, a song that brings back memories, or even certain smells. Such stimuli can reignite feelings and thoughts, making it feel like you’re back at square one. 我们的周遭环境常常含有能够唤起与某人相关记忆的线索。这些触发因素可能是意料之外的——你们曾经经常去的地方、一首勾起回忆的歌曲,甚至是某些气味。这些刺激可能会重新点燃你的情感和思绪,使你感觉又回到了起点。The complexity of human emotions means that thoughts about others can arise from various factors. It’s natural to think about those who have impacted our lives. With time and self — awareness, you can find a healthy balance and move forward. 人类情感之复杂,意味着关于他人的思绪可能来源于多种因素。想念那些影响过我们生活的人,是人之常情。相信随着时间的推移和自我意识的增强,你会找到一种健康的平衡,并继续前行。 【词汇】1. unreciprocated adj. 未得到回报的2. unresolved adj. 未解决的;未解答的3. linger v. 继续留存4. idealization n. 理想化5. imperfection n. 缺点;瑕疵6. evoke v. 引起,唤起7. frequent v. 常去,常到(某处)8. stimuli n. 促进因素;激励因素9. be back at square one 回到原地,毫无进展 (本文图片来源于摄图网,版权归摄图网所有)

新闻听力 | 联合国预计世界人口将在2080年代达到103亿

VOA慢速:联合国预计世界人口将在2080年代达到103亿UN: World Population Expected to Reach 10.3 Billion in 2080s慢速 | 四级 偏难 | 487词 | 5min29s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. According to the U.N. report, when is the world population expected to reach its peak?A. In the 2070s.B. In the 2080s.C. By the end of the century.D. In the 2050s.Q2. What significant change did John Wilmoth mention regarding population predictions?A. The current century will see the lowest population growth.B. There will be no significant changes in global population trends.C. Population levels will remain constant throughout the century.D. The probability of the population peaking this century has increased.Q3. Which countries are expected to see a population decline within the next 30 years?A. Brazil, Iran, Turkey and Vietnam.B. The United States, India, Indonesia, Nigeria and Pakistan.C. China, Germany, Japan and Russia.D. Nine nations with populations doubling between 2024 and 2054.Q4. Why does the U.N. report predict an earlier population peak than previously thought?A. Lower fertility levels in some large countries.B. Higher mortality rates in several countries.C. Increased government interventions worldwide.D. Economic downturns affecting birth rates.Q5. What is the main focus of this report?A. The challenges of sustaining the growing world population.B. Predictions about world population growth and its implications.C. Strategies to manage declining birth rates globally.D. The impact of migration on global population trends.Part II. TRANSCRIPTUN: World Population Expected to Reach 10.3 Billion in 2080s(Q1) The United Nations is predicting the world’s population will reach 10.3 billion in the 2080s.The prediction appears in a new U.N. report. The report also suggests that the population will then slightly decrease to about 10.2 billion by the end of the century.John Wilmoth is head of the U.N. Population Division, which prepared the report. He told The Associated Press (AP) that there is a high probability that the world’s population will reach its height, or peak, within the current century. (Q2) He said the probability of that happening is about 80 percent. Wilmoth described that estimate as “a major change” compared to predictions from 10 years ago. At that time, the estimated probability was about 30 percent.U.N. Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Development Navid Hanif recently spoke about the report at a briefing. He said the expectation that the world’s population in 2100 will be lower than previously thought has “important policy implications for the sustainability of our planet.”briefing n. 情况介绍会implication n. 可能的影响(或作用、结果)The world’s population has continued to grow during the past 75 years, from an estimated 2.6 billion in 1950 to 8 billion in November 2022. Since then, it has increased about 2.5 percent to 8.2 billion.(Q3) The report notes the population has already peaked in 63 countries and territories. These include China, Germany, Japan and Russia. Within this grouping, the total population is estimated to drop 14 percent over the next 30 years.grouping n. 分组,分类In another 48 countries and territories, the population is predicted to peak between 2025 and 2054. Those countries include Brazil, Iran, Turkey and Vietnam.For the remaining 126 countries and territories, the population is expected to increase through 2054. The countries in this grouping include the United States, India, Indonesia, Nigeria and Pakistan. The report said these areas would see their populations peak in the second half of the century or later.For nine of these nations, the U.N. estimates the populations will double between 2024 and 2054.Wilmoth said these differences are notable. But he said, “it’s important to understand that all populations are following a similar path.”The U.N. report suggests the earlier population peak is predicted for several reasons. (Q4) These include lower fertility levels in some of the world’s largest countries, especially China. Estimates for China suggest the country’s population will drop sharply, from 1.4 billion in 2024 to 633 million in 2100.fertility level 生育水平The report noted that worldwide, women are having an average of one less child than they did in 1990. In addition, the average number of live births per woman is below 2.1 in over half of all countries and territories. This is a level experts have identified as being necessary for a country’s population to keep its size without migration.live birth 婴儿安全出生;活胎出生Wilmoth said the report shows that nearly 20 percent of the world has “ultra-low” fertility, with women having fewer than 1.5 live births. In China, the current number is about one birth per woman. Part III. KEYQ1. B. 细节题。题目出处为“The United Nations is predicting the world’s population will reach 10.3 billion in the 2080s.” 意为:“联合国预测世界人口将在2080年代达到103亿。” 因此答案为B。 Q2. D. 细节题。题目出处为“He said the probability of that happening is about 80 percent ... At that time, the estimated probability was about 30 percent.” 意为:“他说这种情况(世界人口达到顶峰)发生的概率约为80%,当时估计的概率约为30%。” 因此答案为D。 Q3. C. 细节题。题目出处为“The report notes the population has already peaked in 63 countries and territories. These include China, Germany, Japan and Russia. Within this grouping, the total population is estimated to drop 14 percent over the next 30 years.” 意为:“报告指出,63个国家和地区的人口已经达到顶峰。这些国家包括中国、德国、日本和俄罗斯。未来30年,这些国家的总人口预计会下降14%。” 因此答案为C。 Q4. A. 推理题。题目出处为“These include lower fertility levels in some of the world’s largest countries, especially China.” 意为:“这些原因包括一些世界上最大国家(特别是中国)的生育水平降低。” 这导致人口峰值会提早到来,因此答案为A。 Q5. B. 主旨题。题目出处为“UN: World Population Expected to Reach 10.3 Billion in 2080s”以及整个文章内容。文章讨论了联合国对人口增长的预测及其相关影响。因此答案为B。(本文图片来源于摄图网,版权归摄图网所有)

新闻听力 | 美法官裁定谷歌垄断搜索市场

BBC新闻:美法官裁定谷歌垄断搜索市场US Judge Rules Google Monopolized Search Market 常速 | CET-6 偏难 | 146词 | 57s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. What is the text mainly about?A. Legal actions against tech companies for violating environmental laws.B. Alphabet’s strategic moves to dominate the internet.C. The judicial ruling on Google’s monopolistic practices in online searches.D. Changes in antitrust laws under different US administrations.Q2. What was the main accusation against Google by the Department of Justice?A. Overcharging for online advertisements.B. Unfairly dominating the online search market.C. Sharing user data without consent.D. Undermining cybersecurity measures.Q3. Who did Alphabet make payments to in order to secure Google search as the default option?A. Apple and Samsung.B. Yahoo and Amazon.C. Microsoft and Hulu.D. Facebook and Twitter.Q4. What was the intended effect of Alphabet’s payments to Apple and Samsung according to the federal judge?A. To improve the user experience.B. To finance new innovations.C. To enhance data privacy.D. To block market rivals.Q5. What can be inferred about the future actions of the Justice Department from the text?A. They will soften their stance on tech companies’ market dominance.B. They will likely continue to enforce antitrust laws rigorously.C. They will shift focus to international tech regulations.D. They will stop pursuing cases started under the Trump administration.Part II. TRANSCRIPTUS Judge Rules Google Monopolized Search Market(Q1) A district judge in the United States has ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online searches and related advertising. (Q2) Antitrust regulators from the Department of Justice had sued Google over its control of 90% of the online search market. sue v. 起诉Michelle Flurry has more details. (Q3) A federal judge ruled that payments by Alphabet to the likes of Apple and Samsung to make Google search the default option on their smartphones and web browsers violated US antitrust law. (Q4) He said Google was a monopolist and the money it had spent in effect blocked rivals from succeeding in the market. The ruling represents a major setback for Alphabet which plans to appeal. (Q5) The Justice Department, which filed the case nearly four years ago when Donald Trump was president, hailed the outcome as an historic win and said it would continue to vigorously enforce antitrust laws.default adj. 默认的monopolist n. 垄断者hail v. 赞扬Part III. KEYQ1. C. 主旨题。这段文字主要讨论了法院对谷歌非法垄断行为的裁决。题目出处为:“A district judge in the United States has ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online searches and related advertising.” 意为:“美国的一名地方法官裁定,谷歌为了维持在线搜索和相关广告的垄断地位采用了非法行为。”因此答案为C。Q2. B. 细节题。题目出处为:“Antitrust regulators from the Department of Justice had sued Google over its control of 90% of the online search market.” 意为:“美国司法部的反垄断监管机构因谷歌对90%的在线搜索市场拥有控制权而起诉了谷歌。” 由此可以看出答案为B。Q3. A. 细节题。题目出处为:“A federal judge ruled that payments by Alphabet to the likes of Apple and Samsung to make Google search the default option on their smartphones and web browsers violated US antitrust law.” 意为:“一名联邦法官裁定,Alphabet向苹果和三星等公司支付费用以使其搜索引擎成为其智能手机和网络浏览器上的默认选项的行为违反了美国的反垄断法。” 因此答案为A。Q4. D. 细节题。题目出处为:“He said Google was a monopolist and the money it had spent in effect blocked rivals from succeeding in the market.” 意为:“他说谷歌是一家垄断企业,并且其所花费的资金实际上阻断了竞争对手在市场上取得成功的机会。” 因此答案为D。Q5. B. 推理题。题目出处为:“The Justice Department ... hailed the outcome as an historic win and said it would continue to vigorously enforce antitrust laws.” 意为:“司法部称结果是具有历史意义的胜利,并表示将继续大力执行反垄断法。” 由此可以推断出司法部坚定打击垄断行为,因此答案为B。(本文图片来源于摄图网,版权归摄图网所有)

新闻听力 | 韩国在机场派驻嗅虫狗防范臭虫

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