Smart cities are powered by a convergence of key technologies that drive innovation and efficiency in urban living. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) forms the backbone, encompassing data-related technologies for capturing, storing, processing, and transferring information seamlessly (流畅地). The Internet of Things (IoT) establishes a network of physical devices embedded with sensors and connectivity, fostering the collection and sharing of valuable data. Automation plays a crucial role in minimizing human input, enabling cities to respond dynamically to real-time data transmitted by IoT-connected devices. Moreover, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning enhances predictive analytics and optimizes resource allocation.What is the role of smart energy management?A To forecast energy consumption.B To reduce productive efficiency.C To raise residents' salaries.

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A professor of philosophy at the University of Nottingham once argued that we ought not to claim that literature improves us as people, because there is no “compelling evidence that suggests people are morally or socially better for reading Tolstoy” or other great books.Actually, there is such evidence. Two scholars, one being a psychologist at York University in Canada and the other being a professor of cognitive psychology at the University of Toronto, reported their latest studies showing that individuals who often read fiction appear to be better able to understand other people, empathize (产生共鸣) with them and view the world from their perspective. This link persisted even after the researchers factored in the possibility that more empathetic individuals might choose to read more novels. A separate study conducted by the York University psychologist found a similar result in young children: the more stories they had read to them, the more empathetic they became.What do the latest studies of the two scholars mentioned in Para. 2 show?A. Reading fiction encourages people to be more persistent.B. Reading fiction helps people understand others better.C. Empathetic people have a better perspective on life.D. Empathetic people are more likely to read novels.

While we race into a future where we outsource （外包） most of our problem-solving to artificial intelligence，the greatest threat is not super intelligent machinery.It's mindlessly putting too much trust in Big Tech and not enough trust in the power of our own minds. A philosophy of artful thinking is a good way to avoid this.To think artfully means to solve problems using not just our brains，but also our hands，eyes，and ears，along with our emotions.This approach taps into the cognitive （认知的） resources that a re spread throughout our bodies but often go unused. Changing how we think is hard work.And it starts with a mindfulness practice.Accessing artful intelligence requires being mindful of how we think with our body ，how we use our limbs （四肢），organs，and emotions to make sense of the world.Be mindful of all the different messages your body is sending you as well as the different roles and functions your bodily actions can play.F or example ，gesturing （做手势） in conversations is not just communicative .These movements often help the speaker to smooth out their thought process and assist in getting the words out. Today，Big Tech is pushing a message of artificial-intelligence craziness and fear.What makes you stuck in it？It's seeing the same things wherever you look.Big Tech gives you screens，hoping that your attention will always be attracted by their devices.If you want to find more freedom in this AI-filled world，improve your ability to mindfully shift your attention between different objects or levels of focus.Remember everything is born of a choice. Artful thinking demands effortful mindfulness to ensure that what we do，what we hope to achieve by using these technological tools，will not weaken our humanity.As Thich Nhat Hanh said， " Mindful living is an art ，and each of us has to train to be an artist ." （1）According to the author，what is the primary threat posed by over-trusting Big Tech？ ____ A.It will cause people to rely entirely on screens for communication.B.It may lead to the rapid development of super intelligent machinery .C.It could weaken our ability to think and to use our minds independently.D.It prevents artificial intelligence from solving complex problems effectively.（2）What is supposed to be included in a mindfulness practice？ ____ A.Concentrating on making proper gestures.B.eing aware of our body's role in thinking.C.Attaching importance to different body parts.D.Laying emphasis on nonverbal communication.（3）Why does the author mention gesturing du ring conversations？ ____ A.To argue that people should speak less and gesture more.B.To show that body language is more effective than speech.C.To illustrate how physical actions can support and clarify thinking.D.To emphasize the importance of nonverbal communication in AI development.（4）Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text？ ____ A.The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence.B.The Art of Mindful Thinking in the AI Age.C.How to Improve Communication Through Gestures.D.The Greatest Threat of Super Intelligent AI Machinery.

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In the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic, countless colleges and universities shifted from A–F grades to a pass/fail system. Many K–12 school districts have done the same. But not everyone is happy with this outcome.Consider the fact that the permanent nature of grades makes them an incredibly high-stakes affair for students. This has a serious impact on the degree to which teachers can use grades to effectively communicate student progress. Think of how a low grade, intended to convey that a young person doesn’t yet understand a concept, will instead read to the student as an act of cruelty—an attempt to ruin their future. And the student wouldn’t necessarily be wrong to see it that way; transcripts in a self-proclaimed meritocratic world mean that grades, like diamonds, are forever.Similarly, using letter grades as a currency across agencies and institutions has, in reality, negatively distorted student motivation for generations. Regardless of their inclination to learn, many students strive first and foremost to get good grades. This was even the case in 1918, when American economist and sociologist Thorsten Veblen observed that the pursuit of grades “progressively stultifies all personal initiative and ambition that comes within its sweep”.Americans have long been aware of the problems with the current model. Grade inflation is an epidemic, particularly at elite schools. And “grade-grubbing”, the pestering of teachers to change scores, is a huge problem too. Yet despite these obvious problems, grades are deeply embedded into the culture and function of American education: they are used for state graduation requirements, community college transfers, and scholarship determinations; and they are one of the chief mechanisms for linking America’s 100,000 schools with over 5,000 colleges and universities.In short, this grading conundrum won’t be easy to solve. But the inherent flaws of A–F grading have never been clearer. And, because of that, several sensible reform ideas may offer a path forward.One smart proposal involves the use of student portfolios. Rather than reducing everything a student has learned to a single score or letter symbol, schools and colleges might ask students to assemble evidence of what they know and can do. Portfolios are by no means a silver bullet, but they have a number of important strengths: emphasizing the substance of learning, encouraging revision and acknowledging the different paces at which students reach proficiency. Perhaps most importantly, they motivate students to improve their work and not merely their grades.Our present use of grades is a matter of historical accident, not design. The result is that grades fail to advance the multiple purposes they supposedly serve. Pass/Fail grading—the stopgap that many have turned to in the wake of the pandemic—is not a long-term solution. The problem can only be addressed at its root. Shaken from our complacency by a crisis, perhaps we can begin the conversation about what comes next.6. It can be inferred from Paragraph 2 that grades[A] aren’t effective in conveying student progress.[B] can’t really facilitate student-teacher communication.[C] pressure students to improve their academic performance.[D] drive ambitious students to reach a higher social status.7. Thorsten Veblen is quoted to illustrate[A] a widely adopted strategy to motivate students to learn.[B] a generally accepted way to achieve personal ambitions.[C] a serious consequence of striving for good grades.[D] a major obstacle to reforming the grading system.8. According to the author, to solve the grading problem is[A] an unattainable target.[B] a strenuous task.[C] an eye-catching attempt.[D] a desperate need.9. What does the phrase “a silver bullet” (Line 3, Para. 6) most probably mean?[A] A cure-all medicine.[B] A flawed approach.[C] A feasible plan.[D] A quick solution.

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I Explore 1: Listening and speakingThinking and speakingLike it or not, English is becoming a global language and its importance in today's world cannot be overlooked. Work in pairs and discuss the following questions.1. What examples can show the importance of English in today's world?2. Is English more than a tool for communication? Why or why not?