全新版大学进阶英语：视听说教程2

全新版大学进阶英语《视听说教程》网络课程可用于课堂教学外的巩固与补充，也可作为学生独立学习的网络课程。该课程选用美国《国家地理》的素材，图片震撼、场景真实、语言地道。《视听说网络课程》注重听力技能和口语表达的训练，练习设计循序渐进，科学合理；为兼顾四级考试的需求，网络课程每单元均含四级听力与口语训练的练习。听力播放支持语速调节，口语训练实现了较好的人机交互功能，便于学生根据自身需求进行个性化学习。

全新版大学进阶英语：综合教程1

全新版大学进阶英语：综合教程1的配套网络课程及移动学习资源包将背单词、练语音、听音频、看视频、写作文、做练习等学习内容有机整合，结合课本内容与课外补充，帮助学生自学自测，方便教师监督管理。

全新版大学进阶英语：视听说教程1

全新版大学进阶英语《视听说教程》网络课程可用于课堂教学外的巩固与补充，也可作为学生独立学习的网络课程。该课程选用美国《国家地理》的素材，图片震撼、场景真实、语言地道。《视听说网络课程》注重听力技能和口语表达的训练，练习设计循序渐进，科学合理；为兼顾四级考试的需求，网络课程每单元均含四级听力与口语训练的练习。听力播放支持语速调节，口语训练实现了较好的人机交互功能，便于学生根据自身需求进行个性化学习。

时文阅读 | 睡前刷手机的隐性代价：一小时究竟如何偷走你的睡眠？

时文选读 | 睡前刷手机的隐性代价：一小时究竟如何偷走你的睡眠？The Hidden Cost of Bedtime Screen Time: How One Hour Can Impact Your Sleep六级偏难| 345词 刘立军供稿Part I. PassageSleep experts have long emphasized the dangers of using smartphones in bed, and a new study provides compelling evidence about how harmful this habit can be.According to research conducted among over 45,000 university students in Norway, spending just one hour on screens after bedtime is linked to a 59% higher risk of insomnia and an average reduction of 24 minutes in sleep duration.Interestingly, the type of screen activity — whether scrolling through social media, watching movies, or studying — doesn’t seem to matter as much as the total time spent using screens in bed. Researchers attribute this to ‘time displacement,’ where screen usage delays sleep by taking up time that would otherwise be spent resting.Gunnhild Johnsen Hjetland from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health stated, ‘We found no significant differences between social media and other screen activities, suggesting that screen use itself is the key factor in sleep disruption.’This study highlights a growing disconnect between technology use and sleep hygiene among young adults. Despite widespread knowledge about sleep’s importance for mental and physical health, modern bedtime routines increasingly involve screens, apps, and notifications — keeping the brain alert long after lights out.Chelsie Rohrscheib, a neuroscientist and sleep specialist, further explains the potential physiological impact of bedtime screen use, especially activities like doomscrolling, which can trigger stress responses in the brain.The research, based on data from the 2022 Students’ Health and Wellbeing survey, analyzed participants’ screen habits and their self-reported sleep metrics. These included average sleep duration, difficulty falling or staying asleep, daytime fatigue, and chronic sleep disturbances lasting three months or more.The findings were clear: more screen time in bed correlated with poorer sleep quality and duration. Contrary to expectations, social media was not uniquely disruptive compared to other screen-based activities.Hjetland summarized, ‘If screen use displaces time that could otherwise be used for sleep, this may explain the reduction in sleep duration.’As sleep problems among students continue to rise, the study underscores the need for better awareness and practices to balance technology use with healthy sleep habits.【词汇】1. doomscroll v. 浏览大量负面消息 Part II. QuestionsQ1. What is the main idea of the text?A. Social media is the primary cause of sleep problems in young adults.B. Bedtime screen use has significant negative effects on sleep quality.C. Sleep hygiene is more important than reducing screen time.D. Modern technology has improved sleep habits among university students.Q2. What is the main finding of the Norwegian study on bedtime screen use?A. Screen use after bedtime causes a 59% higher risk of insomnia.B. Social media is more harmful than other screen activities.C. Screen use before bedtime improves sleep hygiene in young adults.D. Watching movies before sleep has no impact on sleep quality.Q3. What is the key reason screen use disrupts sleep, according to the researchers?A. It triggers stress responses in the brain.B. It leads to increased notifications and alerts at night.C. It causes chronic sleep disturbances lasting months.D. It displaces time that could be used for sleep.Q4. What does Chelsie Rohrscheib suggest about doomscrolling before sleep?A. It improves mental alertness during the day.B. It reduces stress responses in the brain.C. It triggers stress responses and affects sleep.D. It helps people fall asleep more quickly.Q5. What can be inferred about the impact of bedtime screen use on young adults?A. It may lead to long-term sleep disorders if not addressed.B. It has no significant effect on their academic performance.C. It helps them relax before falling asleep.D. It is less harmful than other nighttime habits.Part III. KEYQ1.【答案】B【解析】主旨题。题目出处为：Sleep experts have long emphasized the dangers of using smartphones in bed, and a new study provides compelling evidence about how harmful this habit can be. 意为：“睡眠专家长期以来一直强调在床上使用智能手机的危害，而一项新研究则提供了有力证据，表明这一习惯究竟有多有害。” 文章主要讨论了睡前浏览各种电子屏幕对睡眠质量显著的负面影响，因此正确答案为B。Q2. 【答案】A【解析】细节题。题目出处为：… spending just one hour on screens after bedtime is linked to a 59% higher risk of insomnia and an average reduction of 24 minutes in sleep duration. 意为：“睡前仅在屏幕上花费一小时，就会使失眠风险增加59%，且平均睡眠时长会减少24分钟。”该句明确指出了挪威此项研究的主要发现，因此正确答案为A。Q3. 【答案】D【解析】细节题。题目出处为：Researchers attribute this to ‘time displacement,’ where screen usage delays sleep by taking up time that would otherwise be spent resting. 意为：“研究人员将其归因于‘时间置换’，即屏幕使用占用了本应用于休息的时间，从而推迟了睡眠。” 该句清晰地解释了使用屏幕对睡眠造成干扰的原因，因此正确答案为D。Q4. 【答案】C【解析】细节题。题目出处为：Chelsie Rohrscheib, a neuroscientist and sleep specialist, further explains the potential physiological impact of bedtime screen use, especially activities like doomscrolling, which can trigger stress responses in the brain. 意为：“神经科学家兼睡眠专家切尔西·罗尔谢布进一步解释了睡前使用屏幕尤其是浏览负面信息等活动可能带来的生理影响，这类活动会触发大脑中的应激反应。” 该句明确指出浏览负面信息会触发应激反应并影响睡眠，因此正确答案为C。Q5. 【答案】A【解析】推理题。题目出处为：As sleep problems among students continue to rise, the study underscores the need for better awareness and practices to balance technology use with healthy sleep habits. 意为：“随着学生群体中睡眠问题的持续增加，该研究强调了提高意识、培养良好习惯的重要性，以在使用科技产品与健康睡眠之间取得平衡。” 由此可以推断，如果不加以解决，睡前使用屏幕可能会导致长期的睡眠问题，因此正确答案为A。（本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

新闻听力 | 2025年中国最佳大学发布

2025年中国最佳大学发布2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking Released常速 | 五级 偏难 | 242词| 1min55s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. What are the top three universities in the 2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking?A. Tsinghua University, Zhejiang University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University. B. Peking University, Zhejiang University, and Fudan University. C. Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Zhejiang University. D. Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Fudan University, and Hainan University. Q2. What categories does the 2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking evaluate?A. Comprehensive universities, specialized universities, and private universities. B. Undergraduate programs, postgraduate programs, and research institutions. C. Public universities, private universities, and international universities. D. Traditional Chinese medicine universities, medical schools, and sports universities. Q3. Which university topped the sub-ranking for traditional Chinese medicine?A. Peking Union Medical College. B. Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. C. Shanghai University of Finance and Economics. D. Minzu University of China. Q4. What can be inferred about the new metrics introduced in the ranking system?A. They primarily evaluate universities’ campus facilities and student life. B. They eliminate the evaluation of research projects and laboratories. C. They aim to measure universities’ global academic influence. D. They focus solely on universities’ historical reputation. Q5. What is the main purpose of the 2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking?A. To promote international partnerships between universities. B. To evaluate universities based on their financial performance. C. To encourage students to study traditional Chinese medicine. D. To highlight talent cultivation and service to national needs. Part II. TRANSCRIPT2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking Released(Q1) ShanghaiRanking unveiled the 2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking on Tuesday, highlighting Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Zhejiang University as the top three comprehensive universities.(Q2) The annual ranking, launched in 2015, evaluates over 1,000 institutions offering undergraduate programs in China, categorized into comprehensive universities, eight types of specialized universities, and four types of private universities.This year’s comprehensive universities list features 589 institutions, with Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Zhejiang University maintaining their top spots for the 11th consecutive year. Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Fudan University tied for fifth place.top spot 榜首，最高位置consecutive adj. 连续的tie v. 打成平局Ninety-one of the top 100 universities are ‘Double First-Class’ institutions, including Hainan University, which climbed 11 spots to rank 93rd.‘Double First-Class’ institution “双一流”高校The ranking system introduced 19 new evaluation indicators since 2024, including a sub-ranking for 25 universities specializing in traditional Chinese medicine. (Q3) Beijing University of Chinese Medicine topped this sub-list, while Peking Union Medical College led the medical school rankings.Other specialized university leaders include Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (finance), Beijing Foreign Studies University (languages), China University of Political Science and Law (law and political science), Minzu University of China (ethnic studies), and Shanghai University of Sport (sports).(Q4) New metrics were added to assess international competitiveness, such as the presence of Chinese scholars as editors-in-chief at major academic journals and support for national key laboratories and research projectsmetric n. 度量标准presence n. 存在(Q5) Founder Cheng Ying emphasized the ranking’s focus on talent cultivation and universities’ capacity to serve national needs.Part III. KEYQ1. C. 细节题。题目出处为：ShanghaiRanking unveiled the 2025 Best Chinese Universities Ranking on Tuesday, highlighting Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Zhejiang University as the top three comprehensive universities. 意为：上海软科周二发布了2025年中国最佳大学排名，将清华大学、北京大学和浙江大学列为前三名的综合性大学。因此正确答案为C。Q2. A. 细节题。题目出处为：The annual ranking, launched in 2015, evaluates over 1,000 institutions offering undergraduate programs in China, categorized into comprehensive universities, eight types of specialized universities, and four types of private universities. 意为：这一年度排名于2015年启动，评估了中国提供本科课程的1000多所院校；排名涵盖了综合性大学、八类单科性大学以及四类非公办大学。因此正确答案为A。Q3. B. 细节题。题目出处为：Beijing University of Chinese Medicine topped this sub-list. 意为：北京中医药大学位居这一子榜单（中医）榜首。因此正确答案为B。Q4. C. 推理题。题目出处为：New metrics were added to assess international competitiveness, such as the presence of Chinese scholars as editors-in-chief at major academic journals and support for national key laboratories and research projects. 意为：新指标用于评估国际竞争力，例如中国学者担任主要学术期刊主编的情况，以及对国家重点实验室和研究项目的支持力度。根据该句可以推断，这些新指标旨在评估高校的国际学术竞争力，因此正确答案为C。Q5. D. 主旨题。题目出处为：Founder Cheng Ying emphasized the ranking’s focus on talent cultivation and universities’ capacity to serve national needs. 意为：该排名的重点在于评估大学的人才培养质量及其服务国家需求的能力。因此正确答案为D。（本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

时文选读 | AI与未来职场：哪些工作可能会被取代？

时文选读| AI与未来职场：哪些工作可能会被取代？AI and the Future of Work: What Jobs Are at Risk?七级偏易| 542词 刘立军供稿Part I. PassageThe rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has opened up a world of new possibilities, but it’s also sparking concerns about the future of their jobs. Many fear that AI could make certain roles obsolete. Recent data sheds light on which professions people are most worried about.According to a Pew Research Center survey, 73% of U.S. adults believe cashiers are likely to see job reductions due to AI within the next 20 years. Similarly, 67% think factory workers are at risk, 59% worry about journalists, and 48% express concerns for software engineers. Interestingly, while only 33% of the public sees truck drivers as vulnerable, 62% of AI experts predict job losses in this field.Molly Kinder, a fellow at the Brookings Institution, explains that much of the public’s anxiety stems from misconceptions about AI. She notes that people often conflate older forms of automation with the capabilities of generative AI. “Generative AI is not your grandparents’ automation,” Kinder said. “It’s advancing up the skill chain in ways the public may not fully grasp.”Historically, automation predominantly affected blue-collar jobs, such as those in manufacturing. However, generative AI is poised to disrupt white-collar roles by performing tasks like summarizing complex documents, analyzing large datasets, and engaging in conversational interactions. Research by Kinder and her colleagues identifies office and administrative support, legal, sales, computers and math, and business and financial sectors as the most exposed to generative AI. This includes roles like office clerks, travel agents, paralegals, computer programmers, and tax preparers.Mark Muro, another Brookings fellow and co-author of the report, highlights that exposure doesn’t necessarily mean replacement. “These white-collar, process-oriented jobs, which are a significant part of America’s middle class, need to be mindful of this,” he said. Whether AI will assist or replace workers in these roles remains uncertain.Eric So, a professor at MIT, emphasizes the transformative potential of AI. In just a few years, generative AI has evolved from simple chatbots to tools capable of creating realistic images, responding via voice, and even autonomously controlling devices. As agentic AI — systems that operate without human intervention — emerges, the societal impact could be profound. “This is truly a profound societal change,” So remarked.Despite its potential, the adoption of generative AI has been slower than anticipated. While some industries, like computer programming, are already seeing shifts, others, particularly regulated fields like medicine and law, are proceeding cautiously.Public anxiety about AI is growing. Pew surveys reveal that concern about AI usage rose from 40% in 2021-2022 to 51% today. Much of this worry revolves around job security. Colleen McClain, a senior researcher at Pew, notes that job-related fears have been a recurring theme for years.Muro acknowledges that these concerns are valid, especially as AI raises the bar for entry-level white-collar jobs and reshapes career opportunities for future generations. However, Kinder urges people not to panic. “There will always be roles for humans,” she said, even if those roles evolve in unexpected ways.Kinder also highlights the importance of direct engagement with AI technologies. “The more people actually interact with these tools, the more they can see the possibilities,” she said. While the pace of innovation is unsettling, it also presents opportunities for adaptation and growth.【Vocabulary】 1. obsolete adj. 过时的，淘汰2. Pew Research Center 皮尤研究中心，美国著名民调型智库机构3. misconception n. 错误认识，误解4. conflate v. 混淆5. paralegal n. 律师助理6. reshape v. 重塑，改造Part II. QuestionsQ1. What is one of the public misconceptions about generative AI according to Molly Kinder?A. It impacts traditional manufacturing jobs in factories. B. It is similar to outdated forms of automation technology. C. It cannot perform tasks like analyzing large datasets. D. It advances slower compared to other modern innovations. Q2. Which sectors are identified as most exposed to generative AI?A. Office work, legal, sales, and financial industries. B. Transportation, healthcare, and creative industries. C. Manufacturing, artistic, and customer service roles. D. Education, entertainment, and medical professions. Q3. What does Mark Muro suggest about generative AI’s impact on white-collar jobs?A. AI will completely replace white-collar jobs in the future. B. AI exposure does not necessarily mean job replacement. C. AI will make middle-class jobs less important to society. D. AI technologies will not affect process-oriented positions. Q4. What can be inferred about the adoption of generative AI in regulated fields?A. It progresses quickly and faces minimal resistance. B. It has already transformed industries like healthcare. C. It faces challenges due to cautious and strict regulations. D. It is unaffected by societal concerns about technology. Q5. What is the main idea of the text?A. Generative AI adoption is slower in regulated industries. B. AI’s societal impact is limited to automation technologies. C. Generative AI primarily affects blue-collar jobs in factories. D. Public anxiety about AI stems from job-related concerns. Part III. KEYQ1.【答案】B 【解析】细节题。题目出处为“She notes that people often conflate older forms of automation with the capabilities of generative AI.” 意为：“她指出，人们经常将旧式的自动化与生成式人工智能的能力混为一谈。”该句明确指出公众对生成式人工智能的误解是将其与旧式的自动化混淆，因此正确答案为B。 Q2. 【答案】A 【解析】细节题。题目出处为“Research by Kinder and her colleagues identifies office and administrative support, legal, sales, computers and math, and business and financial sectors as the most exposed to generative AI.”意为：“金德及其同事的研究指出，办公室和行政支持、法律、销售、计算机与数学、以及商业与金融领域是最容易受到生成式人工智能影响的领域。” 因此，正确答案为A。 Q3.【答案】B 【解析】细节题。题目出处为“Mark Muro ... highlights that exposure doesn’t necessarily mean replacement.” 意为：“马克·穆罗强调，受到人工智能的影响，并不一定意味着被取代。”该句清楚地指出，接触生成式人工智能并不一定意味着工作会被完全取代，因此正确答案为B。 Q4.【答案】C 【解析】推理题。题目出处为“While some industries, like computer programming, are already seeing shifts, others, particularly regulated fields like medicine and law, are proceeding cautiously.” 意为：“虽然一些行业，比如计算机编程，已经出现了变化，但其他行业，尤其是像医学和法律这样受监管的领域，正在谨慎推进。” 由此可以推断，生成式人工智能在受监管领域面临挑战，因此正确答案为C。 Q5.【答案】D 【解析】主旨题。题目出处为“Much of this worry revolves around job security.”意为：“大部分担忧都围绕着工作安全问题。”文章主要讨论了公众对生成式人工智能的误解以及与工作安全相关的担忧，因此正确答案为D。 （本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

新闻听力 | 和朋友一起锻炼的意外好处

和朋友一起锻炼的意外好处The Surprising Benefits of Exercising with Friends常速 | 四级 中等 | 1006词 | 4min47s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the passage and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. According to the text, what can make exercising feel less tiring and more energizing?A. Daily meditation.B. Listening to music.C. Exercising with family and friends.D. Taking frequent breaks.Q2. What was the primary purpose of the experiment with 25 teenage rowers at Fulham Reach Boat Club?A. To test new rowing techniques.B. To measure the impact of social support on physical endurance.C. To compare different rowing equipment.D. To study the effects of diet on performance.Q3. How did the teenage rowers feel when they rowed alone, compared to when they rowed with others?A. More motivated.B. Less happy and more fatigued.C. Equally energized.D. More confident and stronger.Q4. What does the text suggest as an unexpected benefit of exercising with friends?A. Increased focus on individual goals.B. Enhanced social bonding.C. Better listening skills.D. Improved writing abilities.Q5. According to the text, how does social bonding through exercise happen?A. By sharing workout plans.B. Through the release of endorphins and endocannabinoids.C. By joining professional fitness competitions.D. Through online forums and social media.Q6. What long-term effect was observed from the social connections formed during the exercise challenge?A. Improved academic performance.B. Sustained feelings of social connection and improved mental wellbeing.C. Enhanced physical strength weeks after.D. Increased interest in rowing as a sport.Q7. What is a potential solution suggested by the text for people who have recently moved or are shy about meeting new people?A. Joining a gym alone.B. Attending online fitness classes.C. Finding exercise groups or clubs for beginners.D. Hiring a personal trainer.Q8. What activity besides exercise can also help people feel more socially connected?A. Watching movies alone.B. Reading books in isolation.C. Gardening with neighbors.D. Studying for exams.Q9. How can participating in exercise groups help individuals both physically and mentally, according to the text?A. By improving their technical skills.B. By offering dietary advice.C. By boosting their endurance.D. By reducing feelings of loneliness and stress.Q10. What is the main purpose of the text?A. To discuss the unexpected benefits of exercising with others.B. To provide tips for solo workout routines.C. To explain the history of physical exercise.D. To compare indoor and outdoor exercises.Part II. TRANSCRIPTThe Surprising Benefits of Exercising with FriendsArran Davis: Most of us know that movement and exercise are good for our physical health, and science is showing that they’re also good for our mental health. But did you know that exercising with friends comes with its own unexpected benefits? If you’re the type of person who likes to go to the gym, put on some headphones and kind of focus on your own thing, this idea might seem a bit strange. What difference could exercising with other people actually make?I feel like it’s just so nice to have the support of your friends and your team-mates and everything, and just having people cheer you on.Everybody cheers behind you and gets behind you and goes, “Come on, you can finish it! Last 500m!” and you know, you know you’re going to make it.Arran Davis: Humans evolved as a social species. Being around our friends makes us feel safer and less cautious. And this can change how our bodies respond to exercise. Fatigue evolved to protect us from overexertion and injury. It works like a brake mechanism that tells us when we need to stop, but it also limits our endurance. When our social environment tells us we’re safe and supported, our bodies can ease that protective break. (Q1) So, by making us feel less fatigued and more energised, exercising with family and friends, or even just as part of a group, can actually boost our physical performance.brake mechanism 刹车机构To show this, we ran an experiment with 25 teenage rowers here at the Fulham Reach Boat Club. We asked them to row at a set pace for as long as they could in two different social environments. One was designed to make them feel socially supported, and the other was meant to make them feel on their own. (Q2)We found that those who felt supported got tired less quickly and were able to row for a longer amount of time. You see everyone else row next to you, you can sort of just zone in and realise that you’re not the only one, and also you have each other cheering you on, of course. (Q3) Whilst you’re on your own, it’s just really miserable, I guess.In the boat with other people, there’s a sense of camaraderie which you don’t have in the boat by yourself. camaraderie n. 同事情谊；友情Arran Davis: But on top of boosting our performance and making our workouts feel a bit easier, there’s another major benefit to group exercise.You kind of have that social aspect, so it kind of gives you a mental health benefit by coming out to the runs.I think the social activity — I mean, I’ve got so many friends now because of it, and I think that’s one of the big bonuses.And do a run and a coffee and cake afterwards. So it’s just... Yeah, it’s great.Arran Davis: (Q4) Scientific research is beginning to show that the more we exercise with our friends, the closer we feel to them. Evolutionary anthropologists call this social bonding. (Q5) This happens because our bodies release chemical messengers called endorphins and endocannabinoids during exercise, which make us feel happy and content. You might have heard people saying they give us a runner’s high. This natural high can help us be more positive and in tune with the people we’re exercising with, and this helps us feel closer and more connected to one another. And it turns out these social connections don’t just disappear after exercise. We followed over 50 teams of teenagers who took part in a challenge which required them to navigate a difficult 50-mile course over two days. Teams who reported working together and supporting one another said they felt closer and more connected when they finished. anthropologist n. 人类学家endorphin n. 内啡肽（内分泌激素，有镇痛作用）(Q6) What we found really interesting was that these feelings of social connection positively impacted their mental wellbeing a whole week after the event. Again and again, studies have shown that social relationships are really important for our overall health. When we feel lonely, we get more stressed, and this fight or flight response is our body’s way of protecting itself from the dangers our ancestors faced when they were alone. But in the modern world, this stress response can be a bit counterproductive. And when loneliness causes us to feel chronically stressed, it can be harmful to our long-term health. One study even found that lacking social connection can be as dangerous for our health as smoking cigarettes. So by exercising together, we’re helping to build the social relationships we need to live happy and healthy lives.chronically adv. 慢性地，长期地When I’m here, I’m not stressed about exams. I’m not stressed about, like, all of the other things I have. Like, it’s just rowing and I’m just here with my friends.Arran Davis: But what happens if you don’t have family and friends nearby? Maybe you’ve just moved, or maybe you can be a bit shy and you’re not sure where to meet people. (Q7) It turns out there are a lot of exercise groups and clubs that are happy to get new members, even if you’re just getting started. In fact, some are even specifically for beginners. I found the group on Facebook, and it was set up as an event, so I just clicked “going”. I was really nervous about it, going for the first time, worried about meeting new people, but they were so welcoming, there wasn’t really anything to worry about, really.Arran Davis: And if you can’t do intense exercise, finding a partner to go on light walks with can also have positive effects on your health. (Q8) In fact, any kind of physical activity that we can do in collaboration with other people, so things like dancing, gardening or singing, can help us move more and feel more socially connected. (Q9) Public health experts have described rising levels of physical inactivity and loneliness as two new epidemics that are harming our physical and mental health. It turns out that exercising together, or even just being active with other people, might help to cure both.Part III. KEYQ1. C. 细节题。根据“by making us feel less fatigued and more energised, exercising with family and friends, exercising with family and friends, or even just as part of a group, can actually boost our physical performance.”可知与家人和朋友，甚至只是在一个团体中一起运动，能让我们感觉不那么疲劳和更有活力，甚至提高我们的身体表现。因此答案为C。Q2. B. 细节题。根据“We found that those who felt supported got tired less quickly and were able to row for a longer amount of time.” 可知对25名青少年赛艇运动员进行了对照实验，最终发现获得支持的小组不太容易疲倦，而且运动持续时间更长。因此答案为B。Q3. B. 细节题。根据“Whilst you’re on your own, it’s just really miserable, I guess.”可知当独自划船的人感觉很悲惨，且实验结果显示独自时更容易疲劳。因此答案为B。Q4. B. 细节题。根据“Scientific research is beginning to show that the more we exercise with our friends, the closer we feel to them.”可知科学研究表明，与朋友一起锻炼的次数越多，彼此会更亲近。因此答案为B。Q5. B. 细节题。根据“This happens because our bodies release chemical messengers called endorphins and endocannabinoids during exercise, which make us feel happy and content.” 可知在锻炼过程中我们的身体会释放内啡肽和内源性大麻素，这些化学物质让人感到快乐和满足，从而促进社交联结。因此答案为B。Q6. B. 细节题。根据“What we found really interesting was that these feelings of social connection positively impacted their mental wellbeing a whole week after the event.”可知研究发现，这些社交联结感在活动结束一周后仍然对他们的心理健康有积极影响。因此答案为B。Q7. C. 细节题。根据“...there are a lot of exercise groups and clubs that are happy to get new members, even if you’re just getting started. In fact, some are even specifically for beginners.” 对于刚搬家或羞于认识新朋友的人，文中建议他们加入运动团体和俱乐部，这些组织很欢迎新成员。因此答案为C。Q8. C. 细节题。根据“In fact, any kind of physical activity that we can do in collaboration with other people, so things like dancing, gardening or singing, can help us move more and feel more socially connected.” 可知事实上，任何我们可以与他人合作进行的身体活动，如跳舞、园艺或唱歌，都可以帮助我们更多地运动并促进社交联结。因此答案为C。Q9. D. 推理题。根据“Public health experts have described rising levels of physical inactivity and loneliness as two new epidemics that are harming our physical and mental health. It turns out that exercising together, or even just being active with other people, might help to cure both.”可知公共卫生专家将身体不活动和孤独感增加描述为正在损害我们身心健康的两种新流行病。但是一起锻炼，甚至只是与他人一起活动，能同时缓解上述两大问题。因此答案为D。Q10. A. 主旨题。全文主要讨论了与朋友一起锻炼的意外好处。因此答案为A。（本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

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世卫组织宣布猴痘为“健康紧急状态”后呼吁捐款WHO Calls for Donations after Declaring Mpox a ‘Health Emergency’慢速| 六级 偏易 | 839词 | 9min6s刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. What motivated the WHO to declare mpox in Africa a public health emergency of international concern?A. Increased cases and deaths reported in Europe.B. Recommendations from the Africa CDC.C. A significant spike in cases from different African countries.D. Pressure from the United Nations.Q2. How many countries in Africa have identified cases of mpox in recent weeks?A. 13.B. 10.C. 15.D. 18.Q3. In what way has the new form of mpox in the Democratic Republic of the Congo made recognition of the disease more challenging?A. By causing more severe damage to internal organs.B. By producing fewer observable symptoms such as lesions.C. By having a longer incubation period.D. By mimicking the symptoms of other common diseases.Q4. What action did the WHO and Africa CDC call for in response to the mpox outbreak?A. Enhanced international travel restrictions.B. Development of new mpox-specific antiviral drugs.C. Immediate vaccination of all African citizens.D. Increased funding and resource mobilization.Q5. What percentage of mpox-related deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo involve children under the age of 15?A. 70 percent.B. 85 percent.C. 60 percent.D. 95 percent.Q6. What concern does Greg Ramm of Save the Children have regarding mpox?A. The disease could affect water supplies.B. The virus might mutate into a more dangerous form.C. Mpox could spread rapidly in crowded refugee camps.D. Vaccine distribution is being mismanaged.Q7. What is a potential reason given by Dr. Boghuma Titanji for the higher mpox infection rate among children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?A. Social conditions like overcrowding and infected parents.B. Increased mobility of children.C. Genetic factors.D. Poor dietary habits.Q8. How did developed countries manage to stop the mpox outbreak in 2022?A. By enforcing strict quarantine measures.B. By administering treatments and vaccines.C. By implementing widespread genetic testing.D. By limiting international travel.Q9. According to Michael Marks, what is necessary to better control the spread of mpox in Africa?A. Developing new antiviral medications.B. Isolating affected individuals.C. A large supply of vaccines.D. Conducting more research studies.Q10. What did the WHO express concerning the funding needed to combat mpox?A. They have sufficient funds for the next year.B. They have already exceeded their funding goals for the year.C. They are not seeking any additional funding currently.D. They require an additional $15 million to start efforts.Part II. TRANSCRIPTWHO Calls for Donations after Declaring Mpox a ‘Health Emergency’The World Health Organization is calling for donations to fight the latest outbreak of the viral disease mpox in Africa.viral adj. 病毒的；由病毒引起的The U.N. health agency declared mpox in Africa a “public health emergency of international concern” last week.The director-general of the WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, made the announcement after a meeting of the WHO’s emergency committee. (Q1) The move follows a declaration by the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). That organization declared mpox a public health emergency in Africa one day earlier.The WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and more than 524 deaths in Africa this year. So far, about 96 percent of all cases and deaths have taken place in one country: the Democratic Republic of the Congo. But the WHO and others are concerned that a new version of the viral disease could spread more easily among people.The Associated Press recently reported some of the information known about the current mpox outbreak.What is mpox?Mpox is also known as monkeypox. The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the viral disease was first identified by scientists in 1958 when outbreaks of a “pox-like” disease appeared in monkeys. Until recently, most human cases involved people in central and West Africa who had contact with infected animals.In 2022, experts confirmed that the virus could be spread through sex. Outbreaks were reported in more than 70 countries that had not reported the disease before.Mpox belongs to the same virus family as smallpox. It causes symptoms like high body temperature, chills and body pain. People with serious cases can develop lesions on the face, hands, chest and sex organs.lesion n. 损伤；损害What is happening in Africa?The number of cases has increased sharply in the last few weeks. (Q2) The Africa CDC said the disease has been identified in at least 13 African countries. Compared to the same period last year, the agency said cases have increased by 160 percent and deaths by 19 percent.The version of mpox seen in the Democratic Republic of the Congo could kill up to 10 percent of people infected. (Q3) Unlike earlier mpox outbreaks, where lesions were mostly seen on the chest, hands and feet, the new form of mpox causes less severe symptoms. This could make the disease harder to identify.The WHO said mpox was recently reported for the first time in four East African countries: Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda. All of those cases were linked to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the Ivory Coast and South Africa, health officials have reported a less dangerous version of mpox than the one that spread in 2022.The WHO’s declaration(Q4) The WHO’s emergency declaration is meant to get donors to provide money for a campaign against the disease.African CDC Director General Dr. Jean Kaseya said the agency’s declaration of a public emergency was meant “to mobilize our institutions, our collective will and our resources.”Michael Marks teaches medicine at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. He said, “It is clear that current control strategies aren’t working and there is a clear need for more resources.”What is different from 2022?Most of the cases during the 2022 outbreak of the viral disease were gay and bisexual men. The virus was spread through close contact and sex.Although similar things are happening in Africa, (Q5) children under the age of 15 now make up more than 70 percent of mpox cases and 85 percent of deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.WHO chief Tedros said officials are dealing with several outbreaks and, what he called, “different modes of transmission and different levels of risk.”Greg Ramm is with the aid group Save the Children. (Q6) He said his organization is worried about mpox spreading in crowded refugee camps. He said there were 345,000 children living in unhealthy conditions in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. Ramm added that the country’s health system is already “collapsing” because of malnutrition, measles and cholera.refugee n. 难民；避难者malnutrition n. 营养不良measles n. 麻疹Dr. Boghuma Titanji is an infectious disease expert at Emory University in the American state of Georgia. She said it is unclear why the disease is mostly affecting children in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. (Q7) She said children might become infected more easily or social conditions like overcrowding or infected parents might explain the problem.How might mpox be stopped(Q8) The AP says in 2022, developed countries stopped the outbreak of mpox with treatments and vaccines. But few vaccines are available in Africa.Marks said the immunization would likely help — including vaccination against the similar smallpox virus. (Q9) He said, “We need a large supply of vaccine so that we can vaccinate populations most at risk.” He said that would mean vaccinating children, sex workers and adults in affected areas.smallpox n. 天花The WHO has already released $1.45 million of emergency money for mpox. (Q10) But the U.N. agency says $15 million is needed to start efforts to combat the disease.Part III. KEYQ1. C. 推理题。根据“The WHO said there have been more than 14,000 cases and more than 524 deaths in Africa this year.” 可知今年非洲已报告超过14,000例病例和超过524例死亡，由此可以推断，宣布这一紧急情况是由于非洲不同国家病例显著增加。因此答案为C。Q2. A. 细节题。根据“The Africa CDC said the disease has been identified in at least 13 African countries.”可知已经至少13个非洲国家出现了疫情。因此答案为A。Q3.B. 推理题。根据“Unlike earlier mpox outbreaks, where lesions were mostly seen on the chest, hands and feet, the new form of mpox causes less severe symptoms. This could make the disease harder to identify.”可知早期猴痘病变主要出现在胸部、手和脚上，但新型猴痘种类的症状较轻，使其更难以识别。因此答案为B。Q4.D. 细节题。根据“The WHO’s emergency declaration is meant to get donors to provide money for a campaign against the disease...The Africa CDC said ... was meant ‘to mobilize our institutions, our collective will and our resources.’” 可知世卫组织的紧急声明和非洲疾控中心宣布公共紧急状况都是为了争取防疫资金和资源。因此答案为D。Q5.B. 细节题。根据“children under the age of 15 now make up ... 85 percent of deaths in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.”可知在刚果，15岁以下儿童目前占死亡病例的85%。因此答案为B。Q6.C .细节题。根据“He said his organization is worried about mpox spreading in crowded refugee camps.” 可知他担心猴痘在拥挤的难民营中传播。因此答案为C。Q7. A. 细节题。根据“She said children might become infected more easily or social conditions like overcrowding or infected parents might explain the problem.” 可知Dr. Boghuma Titanji认为，儿童更容易感染，可能是因为过度拥挤等社会条件或父母感染造成的。因此答案为A。Q8. B. 细节题。根据“The AP says in 2022, developed countries stopped the outbreak of mpox with treatments and vaccines.” 可知2022年发达国家通过治疗和疫苗阻止了猴痘的爆发。因此答案为B。Q9. C. 细节题。根据“We need a large supply of vaccine so that we can vaccinate populations most at risk.” 可知Michael Marks提到他们需要大量的疫苗供应，以便为高危人群接种。因此答案为C。Q10. D. 细节题。根据“But the U.N. agency says $15 million is needed to start efforts to combat the disease.” 可知他们表示需要1500万美元来启动抗击这种疾病的工作。因此答案为D。（本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

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CNN新闻：木星的95颗卫星及其生命潜力Jupiter’s 95 Moons and Potential for Life常速| 六级 中等 | 355词 | 2分28秒刘立军供稿Part I. QUESTIONSListen to the news and choose the best answer to each question you hear.Q1. Based on the text, what is unique about Ganymede, one of Jupiter’s moons?A. It is the hottest moon in the solar system.B. It is larger than the planet Mercury.C. It has volcanoes similar to Earth’s.D. It is the only moon without water.Q2. What maneuver will the Juice mission use to reach Jupiter?A. A direct flight path from Earth to Jupiter.B. A double gravity assist maneuver involving Earth and Venus.C. A series of small propulsion adjustments.D. A free-fall trajectory through the asteroid belt.Q3. How is Jupiter different from the sun, despite being similar in certain ways?A. Jupiter does not have a magnetic field whereas the sun does.B. Jupiter fuses hydrogen into helium to create energy.C. Jupiter is a gas giant but doesn't fuse hydrogen atoms into helium.D. Jupiter is hotter than the sun due to its core composition.Q4. What was revealed by the 1996 Galileo spacecraft mission regarding Europa’s surface?A. It contains active volcanic regions.B. It is completely dry and barren.C. It is composed mainly of rocky terrain.D. It has an ocean beneath its icy exterior.Q5. Why do plumes of water on Europa suggest the potential for life?A. They provide evidence of possible microbial life due to the presence of water, carbon, and hydrogen.B. They show that Europa’s surface is hospitable for human life.C. They indicate volcanic activity that can support life.D. They reveal an advanced ecosystem similar to Earth’s marine environments.Part II. TRANSCRIPTJupiter’s 95 Moons and Potential for LifeAccording to astronomers, how many moons does Jupiter have?One, two, three, or 95?The current count is 95 confirmed moons for Jupiter, (Q1) including the largest moon in our solar system, Ganymede, which is larger than the planet Mercury.Scientists have been studying Jupiter’s moons for decades, sending probes to peruse them since the 1970s. After discovering some of these moons have actual oceans under their icy surfaces, the European Space Agency and NASA want to know, can these celestial bodies support life?celestial adj. 天体的，天空的 Well, the Juice mission, named after the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer spacecraft, is going to use some pretty cool physics (Q2) to perform the first double gravity assist maneuver.(Q2) This week, the spacecraft will use Earth’s gravity to slingshot towards a Venus flyby in 2025, and putting it on track to scope out Jupiter and its moons by July of 2031.UNIDENTIFIED FEMALE: Jupiter has three moons with oceans underneath their icy shells. They’re called Ganymede, Callisto, and Europa. Earthlings have been curious about these moons and their potential to house life for a long time.earthling n. 地球人（科幻小说中外星人用语）NASA first sent probes in part to get a closer look in 1977. Jupiter is a gas giant. That means it doesn’t have a surface. It’s a swirl of gases that can dense into a smoldering ocean of hydrogen at its core. It’s very similar to our sun in this way. (Q3) But unlike the sun, it doesn’t fuse hydrogen atoms into helium to create energy and heat.helium n. 氦（化学元素）Now back to those first NASA probes, they observed long lines and dark spots on the moon Europa. Typically, moons have cratered surfaces. But these images tipped scientists off that there might be an ocean beneath Europa’s icy exterior.(Q4) In 1996, that theory was confirmed when the Galileo spacecraft reached Europa. It was the first ocean discovered on another planet. Then, in 2012 and 2016, the Hubble Space Telescope showed water plumes erupting from the warmest parts of Europa.(Q5) Scientists don’t know much about the plumes. But if Europa has water and elements like carbon and hydrogen, it could mean that microbial life once formed there or even still exists.microbial adj. 微生物的Part III. KEYQ1. B. 细节题。根据“including the largest moon in our solar system, Ganymede, which is larger than the planet Mercury.”可知Ganymede太阳系中最大的卫星，它比水星还大。因此答案为B。Q2. B. 细节题。根据“...to perform the first double gravity assist maneuver ... the spacecraft will use Earth’s gravity to slingshot towards a Venus flyby in 2025, and putting it on track to scope out Jupiter and its moons by July of 2031.”可知该航天器将使用双重重力助推机动，先利用地球的引力在2025年进行一次金星飞越，并在2031年7月之前瞄准木星及其卫星。因此答案为B。Q3. C. 细节题。根据“But unlike the sun, it doesn’t fuse hydrogen atoms into helium to create energy and heat.”可知两者的不同的在于，木星不像太阳那样通过氢原子聚变成氦来产生能量和热量。因此答案为C。Q4. D. 细节题。根据“In 1996, that theory was confirmed when the Galileo spacecraft reached Europa. It was the first ocean discovered on another planet.”可知1996年，当伽利略号航天器到达木卫二欧罗巴时，该理论得到证实。这是在另一颗行星上首次发现的海洋。因此答案为D。Q5. A. 推理题。根据“Scientists don’t know much about the plumes. But if Europa has water and elements like carbon and hydrogen, it could mean that microbial life once formed there or even still exists.”可知科学家对这些羽状物知之甚少。但是如果Europa确实水和碳氢等元素，这可能意味着微生物生命曾经形成过，甚至仍然存在。这表明他们可能支持微生物生命的存在。因此答案为A。（本文图片来源于摄图网，版权归摄图网所有)

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