General Motors (GM) shared the first details of its third-generation electric vehicle (EV) and Ultium battery system just about a month ago, but it won’t be the only automaker using this new EV hardware. Honda(本田) is now planning to build two new electric models based on the GM tech.
Sharing of EV technology across automakers is becoming an increasingly common practice. Last summer, Ford reached an agreement to build at least one European battery electric vehicle (BEV) based on Volkswagen’s platform and more recently, Hyundai(现代) announced plans to use the electric platform from California-based startup Canoo.
This hardware sharing makes sense for automakers since the technology is expensive to develop but once it’s built into a vehicle, there won’t be much to distinguish(区分) one from another. Sharing allows the development cost to be spread over more vehicles, which is crucially important for a company to seize market share in the fierce competition.
While Honda has an excellent reputation for designing traditional engines, having even supplied some to GM in the past, it has struggled with BEVs. The Japanese automaker has focused more on fuel cell(电池) technology whose adoption is very limited at present. The only BEV that Honda currently offers in the U.S. market is the Clarity EV which offers just 89 miles of range on a charge. While Honda’s own BEV efforts don’t seem to have gained any progress, they have been working with GM on battery module design since 2018 and likely had a hand in the development of Ultium battery system.
The so-called “top-hats” which make up the body and inside of the vehicle will be designed and developed by Honda, however, the propulsion system and battery will come from GM. The first of the new Honda BEVs are scheduled to go on sale in 2024 and be produced at GM factories.
1.Which automaker will probably use the new EV hardware besides GM?
A.Ford. B.Honda. C.Volkswagen. D.Hyundai.
2.What is becoming more and more common among automakers?
A.Using electric platform. B.Building electric models.
C.Sharing EV technology. D.Seizing car market share.
3.Why is hardware sharing necessary to automakers?
A.Because making vehicles is difficult.
B.Because designing engines is important.
C.Because distinguishing vehicles is necessary.
D.Because developing technology is very expensive.
4.What can we infer from the passage?
A.Honda has defeated GM in developing BEVs.
B.Honda will be better than GM in developing BEVs.
C.Honda and GM will be partners in developing BEVs.
D.Honda will purchase GM factories to produce BEVs.
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A farmer grew some vegetables in his garden. One day his wife was ill and he had no money. He had to sell some cabbages and carrots in the market. The next morning he took two baskets of vegetables to town. But it was snowing hard that afternoon and there were few people in the street. When his vegetables were sold out, it was dark. He bought some medicine and hurried to his village.
On his way home he saw a person lying on the snow. He placed his baskets on the ground and was going to help the person to get up when he found it was a dead man and there was much blood on his body. He was so afraid that he ran away quickly, without taking the baskets with him.
The next afternoon the farmer was sent to the police station. Having shown the baskets, an officer asked, “Are these yours?” “Yes, sir.” the farmer answered timidly. ”Have you killed the man?” “No, no, sir.” the farmer said in a hurry. “When did you see the dead man?” “About seven last evening.” “Did you see who killed the man?” “No, Sir.” The officer brought out a knife and asked, “Have you seen it yet?” “No, Sir.” The officer became angry and told the policemen to beat him up and send him into prison.
That evening the officer went on trying. Pointing to the knife, he asked again, “Have you seen it yet?” “Yes, Sir.” The officer was happy and asked, “When and where?” “I saw it here this afternoon, sir.”
1.The farmer grew vegetable______.
A.on the farm B.in the field C.in his garden D.beside the market
2.The farmer decided to sell the vegetables to.
A.buy some food for his family B.buy some medicine for his wife
C.go to see a doctor D.go to the cinema
3.The farmer didn’t sell out his vegetables until the evening because.
A.they were too bad B.they were very expensive
C.it rained hard that morning D.few people liked to go out that day
4.On his way home,the farmer.
A.helped a person on the snow B.gave the basket to a person
C.had a talk with an officer D.left his basket beside a person
5.When in the police station,the farmer was.
A.shy and nervous B.brave and lucky
C.happy and helpful D.curious and honest
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How to Make a Complaint in English
Most of us do not enjoy complaining. But sometimes we must do it to get a solution.1.. An effective English complaint often has the following three steps.
Explain the problem
To do it effectively, you must use polite and respectful language.2..For example, if you are at a restaurant and the server forgets to bring your drink, saying “You didn’t bring my drink” may be too direct. It may sound critical and cause the server to become defensive. So you can use phrases to politely explain your problem.
State your feelings
This step is often not necessary.3.. Some problems have easy and quick solutions. For example, politely telling people that they forgot something or overcharged you usually leads to a speedy solution. But imagine that you are receiving poor service.4.. In these cases, you need to politely express how you feel.
5.
The third step is to ask for action to be taken on the problem. This is an important step. Depending on who the listener is, you or they may need to ask someone else to take action.
A.Ask for action
B.Blame the problem on them
C.You should avoid complaining
D.It will depend on how bad the problem is
E.In English,polite language is usually indirect
F.Today,we will tell you how to make a complaint in English
G.Or,maybe there is a continuing problem in your apartment building
高一英语七选五简单题查看答案及解析
With his love for video games and petty arguments with his older sister, Jack Rico might seem like any other l3-year-old. But Rico is_________ but average: the teenager just graduated with four degrees and he did it in just two years.
Rico_________ from Fullerton College in California last weekend, making him the _________ student to achieve that feat (壮举) in the school’s 107-year-old history.
Majoring in one study is_______ enough, but the baby facing teen earned degrees in_________,human expression, social behavior and social science .
“I just love learning new things,” Rico said. “I_________ knowing more about the world and all the different things we could study.”
The community college has about 21,000_________students from various backgrounds and walks of life. But Fullerton College President Greg Schulz said Rico surely_________ from the crowd.
“It is not typical to have such a young student take classes, so Jack is pretty well_________on the Fullerton College campus,” Schulz told CNN. “Jack is wise beyond his years, and I’m so__________ that he found a home and place to be outstanding at Fullerton College.”
If you’re eager to know the secret__________ to his great achievements, Rico said there isn’t one. Just good old time management and listening to your__________, he said.
Rico’s mother said she knew her son was__________ ever since he was a young boy. Having been home schooled before attending Fullerton, Rico’s__________ official graduation was his college one.
But as a result of the coronavirus pandemic (新冠疫情) , his in-person graduation ceremony was__________.
He was a little sad and disappointed because he never had a graduation. So __________, his family and friends will help him__________ by holding a drive-by graduation parade (游行) on Wednesday.
The next step for Rico is to continue studying history at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where he received a full ride.
While he may be several steps ahead of his age group, he said he’s still just __________.
“I’m 13 right now so I don’t really have the whole life thing __________ ,” Rico said, when asked what he wants to be when he grows up. “I’m still trying to__________ my interests and learn what I want to do in life.”
1.A.something B.anything C.nothing D.everything
2.A.suffered B.survived C.graduated D.arose
3.A.youngest B.most determined C.tastiest D.most delighted
4.A.vast B.cautious C.difficult D.brief
5.A.history B.politics C.physics D.business
6.A.concern B.dislike C.demand D.love
7.A.many B.other C.another D.all
8.A.dropped out B.stood out C.put out D.gave out
9.A.motivated B.spoken C.harmed D.known
10.A.puzzled B.ashamed C.pleased D.annoyed
11.A.method B.manners C.behavior D.education
12.A.schoolmates B.citizens C.instructors D.hosts
13.A.special B.painful C.willing D.innocent
14.A.legally B.last C.curiously D.first
15.A.commented B.conducted C.canceled D.replaced
16.A.anyhow B.somehow C.moreover D.instead
17.A.celebrate B.absorb C.owe D.blame
18.A.a twin B.a kid C.a graduate D.a student
19.A.given away B.taken out C.put off D.figured out
20.A.earn B.explore C.exchange D.explode
高一英语完形填空简单题查看答案及解析
The Meg
age 14+
PG-2018 113 minutes
Parents need to know that The Meg is an action movie about a big prehistoric shark and a team of heroes led by Jason Statham trying to stop it. Violence is surely the biggest matter here: Many characters die, and there’s some blood. Shark fans are likely to be interested, but be warned: It’s slow and lacks real fears.
Hope Springs Eternal
age 10+
PG 2018 88 minutes
Parents need to know that Hope Springs Eternal is a dramedy (情景喜剧) about a teenager named Hope who’s been living with terminal(晚期的) cancer for years and then discovers she’s recovering. But she pretends to still be sick to keep the identity and special consideration she’s become used to. Hope surely accepts the results of her dishonesty and learns how lucky she is to be able to plan for a future she never thought she’d have.
Dog Days
age 12+
PG 2018 112 minutes
Parents need to know that Dog Days is a comedy(喜剧)about people in L. A .whose lives are improved by dogs. Some of the storylines are sweet, such as a new family being formed through adoption (收养) and the development of an intergenerational friendship. And while the film is full of smiles, there may be some sad sobs(啜泣), too, since a dog dies.
1.What does Jason Statham do in The Meg?
A.He leads some heroes to stop a prehistoric shark.
B.He does some research on a big prehistoric shark.
C.He shoots an action movie and meets a large shark.
D.He leads a team of heroes to protect a prehistoric shark.
2.How does Hope try to keep her identity as a patient?
A.She tells others that she is recovering. B.She cheats others that she is still sick.
C.She plans a brighter future for herself. D.She tries to cure herself of the cancer.
3.Why do the people in the film Dog Days cry?
A.A new family is formed. B.They face a life of adoption.
C.They don’t like their new friends. D.One of their lovely dogs loses its life.
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When you are walking on the road, your phone ring invites you to check it. 1. After texting, your eyes remain glued to the screen, even though you are walking across the street.
2. This behavior has aroused debates among lawmakers about whether walking and texting should be illegal. Some cities, such as Honolulu and Rexburg, Idaho, have banned distracted (思想不集中的) walking altogether.
But we shouldn’t let that make us less worried. Last year, pedestrian (行人) deaths in the United States were at their highest point since 1990, with distracted drivers and bigger vehicles the chief culprits (肇事者). 3.
“When you’re busy doing secondary tasks like texting, you don’t judge gap distances in traffic as well. You walk slower. You make poor decisions. 4. That is the main reason of some traffic accidents.” said Mr. Kolosh of the National Safety Council.
5. I talked to neuroscientists (神经学家) and psychologists about our conduct. All agreed that texting while walking might be a form of addictive behavior.
But this article isn’t about pointing fingers. Rather, now is a good time to reflect on why we are so glued to our phones, what we know about the risks and how we can take control of our personal technology rather than let it control us.
A.So why do we do it?
B.You type a message.
C.You’re not aware of your surroundings.
D.We don’t ever want to blame the drivers.
E.We all do this kind of distracted walking.
F.So being fixed on a screen while walking can’t be safe.
G.You put your phone in your bag instead of your pocket.
高一英语七选五简单题查看答案及解析
Growing up in Venezuela, there was never really much cause to learn English. For years I knew nothing but “hello,” until I started high school. For five years, I spent two hours a week in understanding the verb “to be”, numbers, colors and the difference between saying “good evening” and “good night”.
I thought two hours a week was enough time to invest in learning a foreign language. I would always get top marks, and my teachers would regularly praise me. Even as an adult, I still thought I spoke the language, just by understanding English menus or translating common phrases.
Yep, that used to be me, walking like a queen among everyday Spanish speakers.
“Bring it on, life,” I said. “I can handle whatever you’ve got; I’m a rock star.” But when I moved to Canada, life hit me so hard that it knocked me down. Years later, I am still recovering. Living in a new land, with different people, new rules, new weather, a new culture and language, I was no long a queen.
Did I speak English? No, not at all.
So, I went back to school, thinking that it was a challenge would conquer. But the reality was different. English was more like a solid wall in my path. Even after getting job, it took all my courage to stop myself from hiding in the washroom during my lunch break, crying, completely overwhelmed (不知所措的) and scared Learning English, speaking, listening-it hurt me. Not the language. Not the unkind people, it hurt because I wasn’t good, despite my efforts.
Now, after almost seven years in Canada I’ve decided not to apologize for my accent, grammar mistakes, or pronunciation. I’m going to chase my dreams and enjoy beautiful, rich, and fascinating language without being ashamed. Don’t get me wrong, my brain still screams “Give a break!” from time to time, but that’s completely natural. I know it’s going to take a while, but at least now I accept the person I am-not the perfect person I thought I was.
1.What do we learn about learning English in Venezuela?
A.Everyone invested a lot of time in it. B.It didn’t cost students much efforts.
C.The standard was very high in high school. D.It could bring lot of benefits to students.
2.What happened after the author moved to Canada?
A.She adjusted to the new environment. B.She regretted not working hard in English.
C.She put her language talent to use. D.She expected to improve her English.
3.What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A.The author has a realistic understanding of herself.
B.The author has conquered English eventually.
C.The author now can pass as a native speaker.
D.The author is disappointed with her English.
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Wow!A Simple to Use Computer
Designed Especially for Seniors!
Easy to read.Easy to see.Easy to use.Just plug(插入)it in!
There is finally a computer that's designed for simplicity and ease of use.It's the WOW Computer,and it was designed with you in mind. This computer is easy-to-use, worry-free and really puts the world at your fingertips.From the moment you open the box,you'll realize how different the WOW Computer is.All the parts are connected;all you do is plug it into an outlet(插座)and your high-speed Internet connection.Then you'll see the screen-it's now 22 inches. This is a completely new touch screen system, without the messy look of the normal computer screen.The"buttons"on the screen are easy to see and easy to understand.All you do is touch one of them,from the Web, Email,Calendar to Games-you name it... and a new screen opens up.It's so easy to use you won't have to ask your children or grandchildren for help.Until now,the very people who could benefit most from E-mail and the Internet are the ones that have had the hardest time accessing it.Now,thanks to the WOW Computer,countless older Americans are discovering the wonderful world of the Internet every day.Isn't it time you took part? Call,now,and you'll find out why tens of thousands of satisfied seniors are now enjoying their WOW Computers,emailing their grandchildren, and experiencing everything the Internet has to offer.Call today!
Call now toll free and find out how you can get the new WOW!Computer.
1.According to the ad,WOW Computer is
A.power-free B.elder-friendly
C.post-free D.environment-friendly
2.What does the underlined sentence imply?
A.Seniors fail to be instructed by their children.
B.Seniors are often out of touch with their kids.
C.Seniors starve for a computer easy to operate.
D.Seniors have little time to surf the Internet.
3.If an old man buys the computer,he can
A.be given a big discount
B.update software for someone else
C.discover the bright future of his kids
D.email his children without difficulty
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He was busy yesterday. ____________, he would have come to my party.
A.Moreover B.Therefore C.However D.Otherwise
高一英语单项填空简单题查看答案及解析
At the beginning of the year 2020, students never thought they____________ such a long winter vacation.
A.would have B.are having
C.have D.have had
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