On September 15, 2017, Professor Nan Rendong, the famous Chinese astronomer, died of lung cancer. Renowned as the chief scientist and engineer behind China's monumental Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST), he spent his life dedicated to the pursuit of astronomical understanding.Despite his crucial role in the FAST project, Nan always kept a low profile. In accordance with his will, a simple funeral without any memorial service was held. He did not care about fame, nor did he like socializing or attracting attention. He just wanted to "do something".Nan's journey with the FAST initiative began in 1993. Inspired by a proposal during the International Union of Radio Science General Assembly & Scientific Symposium in Tokyo, he envisioned China leading the world in astronomical research. However, in the early 1990s, the concept of the FAST was considered almost a crazy idea for China. Such an ambitious project presented itself with many challenges, including finding the right place, developing the requisite technology, and securing funding to cover the engineering costs. Consequently, few experts were optimistic about the project.In the early 1990s, Nan embarked on a 22-year odyssey to turn the ambitious concept of FAST into reality. Facing unprecedented challenges, he led a multidisciplinary team through unknown territory, overcoming obstacles in astronomy, mechanics, machinery engineering, structural engineering, electronics, and geotechnical engineering.Nan's unwavering determination was exemplified in his exhaustive search for a suitable site for the FAST project, tramping over the hills and dales (翻山越岭) in Guizhou for about 12 years. Diagnosed with lung cancer in 2015 at the age of 70, he continued his work until the end, closely monitoring every development of the FAST project. The culmination of his efforts, the "Sky Eye", was put into trial operation in September 2016.Upon Nan's passing on September 15, grief-stricken colleagues paid tribute (悼念) by laying flowers in front of his office at the National Astronomical Observatories. On the Internet, a diverse array of mourners, ranging from acquaintances to strangers, both Chinese and foreigners, mourned for him in their own ways, underscoring the profound impact of Nan Rendong's life and legacy on the field of astronomy and beyond.1. What was Professor Nan Rendong's role in the FAST project?A. He was the chief scientist and engineer.B. He was responsible for the construction costs.C. He was in charge of the memorial service.D. He was a low-profile astronomer.2. What inspired Nan to initiate the FAST project?A. A proposal during a scientific symposium in Tokyo.B. An article he read in a scientific journal.C. A dream he had about leading China in astronomy.D. A conversation with a fellow astronomer.3. What was NOT included in the main challenges faced by Nan and his team?A. Overcoming obstacles in astronomy and mechanics.B. Finding adequate funding resources.C. Dealing with structural engineering and electronics.D. Seeking experts' support for the project.4. According to the passage, what does the underlined word "odyssey" mean?A. Artistic creation.B. Space exploration.C. Long-distance journey.D. Life's struggle.5. How did Nan continue his work after being diagnosed with lung cancer?A. He retired from his position.B. He delegated his responsibilities to his team.C. He closely monitored the FAST project until the end.D. He focused on finding a cure for his illness.
On September 15, 2017, Professor Nan Rendong, the famous Chinese astronomer, died of lung cancer. Renowned as the chief scientist and engineer behind China's monumental Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST), he spent his life dedicated to the pursuit of astronomical understanding.
Despite his crucial role in the FAST project, Nan always kept a low profile. In accordance with his will, a simple funeral without any memorial service was held. He did not care about fame, nor did he like socializing or attracting attention. He just wanted to "do something".
Nan's journey with the FAST initiative began in 1993. Inspired by a proposal during the International Union of Radio Science General Assembly & Scientific Symposium in Tokyo, he envisioned China leading the world in astronomical research. However, in the early 1990s, the concept of the FAST was considered almost a crazy idea for China. Such an ambitious project presented itself with many challenges, including finding the right place, developing the requisite technology, and securing funding to cover the engineering costs. Consequently, few experts were optimistic about the project.
In the early 1990s, Nan embarked on a 22-year odyssey to turn the ambitious concept of FAST into reality. Facing unprecedented challenges, he led a multidisciplinary team through unknown territory, overcoming obstacles in astronomy, mechanics, machinery engineering, structural engineering, electronics, and geotechnical engineering.
Nan's unwavering determination was exemplified in his exhaustive search for a suitable site for the FAST project, tramping over the hills and dales (翻山越岭) in Guizhou for about 12 years. Diagnosed with lung cancer in 2015 at the age of 70, he continued his work until the end, closely monitoring every development of the FAST project. The culmination of his efforts, the "Sky Eye", was put into trial operation in September 2016.
Upon Nan's passing on September 15, grief-stricken colleagues paid tribute (悼念) by laying flowers in front of his office at the National Astronomical Observatories. On the Internet, a diverse array of mourners, ranging from acquaintances to strangers, both Chinese and foreigners, mourned for him in their own ways, underscoring the profound impact of Nan Rendong's life and legacy on the field of astronomy and beyond.
1. What was Professor Nan Rendong's role in the FAST project?
A. He was the chief scientist and engineer.
B. He was responsible for the construction costs.
C. He was in charge of the memorial service.
D. He was a low-profile astronomer.
2. What inspired Nan to initiate the FAST project?
A. A proposal during a scientific symposium in Tokyo.
B. An article he read in a scientific journal.
C. A dream he had about leading China in astronomy.
D. A conversation with a fellow astronomer.
3. What was NOT included in the main challenges faced by Nan and his team?
A. Overcoming obstacles in astronomy and mechanics.
B. Finding adequate funding resources.
C. Dealing with structural engineering and electronics.
D. Seeking experts' support for the project.
4. According to the passage, what does the underlined word "odyssey" mean?
A. Artistic creation.
B. Space exploration.
C. Long-distance journey.
D. Life's struggle.
5. How did Nan continue his work after being diagnosed with lung cancer?
A. He retired from his position.
B. He delegated his responsibilities to his team.
C. He closely monitored the FAST project until the end.
D. He focused on finding a cure for his illness.
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本题主要考查对文章内容的理解，解题关键在于仔细阅读文章，从文中提取关键信息来回答各个问题。
- 第一题：
- 文章第一段明确提到“Renowned as the chief scientist and engineer behind China's monumental Five - hundred - meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST)”，这清晰表明南仁东教授在FAST项目中是首席科学家和工程师。所以选项A正确。
- 文中未提及他负责建设成本，选项B错误。
- 文中说按照他的遗嘱举办了简单的葬礼且没有追悼会，并非他负责追悼会，选项C错误。
- “low - profile”是描述他的性格特点，并非他在项目中的角色，选项D错误。
- 第二题：
- 文中提到“ Inspired by a proposal during the International Union of Radio Science General Assembly & Scientific Symposium in Tokyo, he envisioned China leading the world in astronomical research”，说明是东京科学会议上的一个提议启发了南仁东发起FAST项目。所以选项A正确。
- 文中未提及是科学期刊上的文章，选项B错误。
- 是提议启发他有让中国在天文学研究领先世界的愿景，并非是梦，选项C错误。
- 文中没有提到和其他天文学家的对话，选项D错误。
- 第三题：
- 文中提到“Such an ambitious project presented itself with many challenges, including finding the right place, developing the requisite technology, and securing funding to cover the engineering costs”以及“overcoming obstacles in astronomy, mechanics, machinery engineering, structural engineering, electronics, and geotechnical engineering”，说明面临着克服天文学和力学方面的障碍、找到足够的资金资源、处理结构工程和电子学问题等挑战。
- 但文中未提及寻求专家支持是主要挑战之一，所以选项D符合题意。
- 第四题：
- 文中说“Nan embarked on a 22 - year odyssey to turn the ambitious concept of FAST into reality”，南仁东花了22年时间将FAST的宏伟概念变为现实，这是一个漫长的过程，“odyssey”在这里最贴切的意思是“长途旅程”，也就是人生的奋斗历程。所以选项C正确。
- 它并非指艺术创作，选项A错误。
- 也不是单纯的太空探索，选项B错误。
- “Life's struggle”表述不如“Long - distance journey”直接对应文中描述的22年漫长过程，选项D不准确。
- 第五题：
- 文中提到“Diagnosed with lung cancer in 2015 at the age of 70, he continued his work until the end, closely monitoring every development of the FAST project”，表明南仁东被诊断为肺癌后，一直密切监控FAST项目直到最后。所以选项C正确。
- 他没有退休，选项A错误。
- 文中未提及他把责任委托给团队，选项B错误。
- 他主要关注的是项目进展，而非专注于寻找自己疾病的治疗方法，选项D错误。