Pupils remember more and behave better when 3D images are used in lessons, research suggests. They are quicker to learn and absorb new concepts, and display higher levels of concentration.

Professor Anne Bamford, of the University of the Arts, London, studied the effectiveness of 3D content in 15 schools across seven countries, including the UK. Pupils in 3D classes could remember more than those in the 2D classes after four weeks, improving test scores by an average 17 percent compared with eight percent for 2D lessons. They gave more detailed answers to the tasks and were more likely to think in 3D, using hand gestures and mime (模仿动作) to answer the test questions successfully.

The teachers commented that the pupils in the 3D groups had deeper understanding, increased attention span, more motivation and higher engagement in the lessons.

Children are used to 3D with the rise of computer games that use the technology—90 percent of those in the study had seen a 3D film. Schools would need 3D-enabled projectors（投影仪）, laptops with good picture capabilities, 3D software and glasses for children to introduce animations (动作) into classrooms.

But Danny Nicholson, an educationist, said the technology would be impractical to use in schools and could be costly. He said, “While I think the idea of 3D technology is very interesting, I worry that 3D is a bit of an expensive gimmick (小玩意儿). There are a few cases where a true 3D image might help, but most of the time, good 2D models that can be moved , would be just so effective.”

In Colorado, the US, one school district is already in the process of having 1,000 3D projectors fixed in classrooms. And the University of Caledonia, which carries out scientific research into the Lake Tabon Basin, has used 3D presentations with Grade Six pupils. Those who watched the 3D presentations were more engaged and reported a general increase in their interest in science compared with students who watched the 2D version.

1.Danny Nicholson tends to think that       .

A. many pupils prefer 2D models

B. 3D is a bit expensive for some schools

C. true 3D images would not help in classes

D. 3D technology has a bright future in classes

2.What can we learn from the last paragraph?

A. 3D classes will soon be given in one school district in Colorado.

B. Teachers will use the 3D technology through specific training.

C. Many pupils are now more interested in science than before.

D. 3D technology will replace 2D models in the future.

3.What is the text mainly about?

A. 2D models are always more effective than 3D images.

B. The differences between 3D and 2D images.

C. How schools can make full use of 3D technology.

D. Pupils behave better when 3D images are used in classes.

 

(E)

Heading indoors to escape the cold doesn’t have to mean watching the same old DVDs again. Here are some warming ways to get your weekend kicks:

BOWLING

Ten-pin bowling is old-school fun for all ages．Besides the 100 bowling lanes for which it is named，Gongti 100 has ping-pong rooms，kiddy rides, a games arcade（拱廊）and cheap beer. 8 Gongti Xilu，010-65522688

SKATING

Get in some practice for the outdoor skating season at one of the capital’s ice-rinks．Le Cool on the ground floor of China World Mall(6505-5776)offers 90 min sessions for 30 yuan during the week．and 50 yuan on weekends，including skate hire. On a budget? Go retro at New Trena Rollerskatillg World，Baishiqiao Lu Haidian(6218-4225)．Girls pay 5 yuan on weekdays and 7 yuan on weekends，while guys pay 8 yuan on weekdays and 15 yuan on weekends.

MARTIAL ARTS

Want to release that pent-up aggression and get fit in the process? Black Tiger Gym has classes in many Thai kickboxing and Brazilian jiujitsu, taught by world champions. Suite 906，Bldg 9，Jianwai SOHO，Chaoyang District(131 2042 9724)

HOT YOGA

This is t11e workout guaranteed to make you sweat, no matter how cold the weater is. Bikram hot yoga is a series of 26 postures practiced in a heated room．Fine-Yoga teachers Hot yoga and other styles at 2 studios．SOHO New Town(85896414)and Pinochle Plaza(139 1120 9563)．

MUSEUM

CuIture vultures should drop by Beijing Capital Museum(010—63370491)，where a major

exhibition of ancient Chinese Painting show is currently on show．9 am to 4 pm and 20 yuan for the ticket．Take Metro line 1 and get off at Muxidi station．

72．What does the underlined word in the first paragraph probably mean?

A．hitting something with the foot．    B．relaxation．

C．feeling of pleasure．D．giving up.

73．How many outdoor activities are mentioned in the passage?

A．5．    B．4．    C．2.     D．1．

74．In_______you don't have to exercise much．

A．BOWLING    B．SKATING  C．MARTIAL ARTS     D．MUSEUM

75．Where does this passage probably appear?

A．website．    B．textbook．    C．science magazine．D．travel guide．

 

90后出生的学生行为方式和价值观令人担忧。你是90后出生的学生，请根据下表中所提供的信息以“Do trust us—a generation born in the 90s”为题写一篇英语演讲稿，以消除人们的忧虑。

注意：1、对所给要点，逐一陈述，适当发挥，不要简单翻译。
2、词数在120左右。开头和结尾已经写好，不计入总词数。
3、演讲稿中不得提及考生所在学校及本人姓名。
Good afternoon, everyone!
The topic of my speech today is “Do trust us—a generation born in the 90s”.
Living in an environment full of fiercer competition, we, a generation born in the 90s, are faced with more problems in entering higher schools and getting employed.
Thank you for your listening!

BEIJING, March, 17th --The Japanese automaker Toyota will recall some 4,400 units of FJ Cruiser cars in China over seat belt flaws, China's consumer quality watchdog said Saturday.

The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) said on its website that Toyota China will recall these imported cars produced between December 2007 and March 2013.

Toyota is busy working on the solution to the flaw and will release improvement methods before April 15, according to the administration.

This marks Toyota's second recalling this year after the auto giant announced in January that it would recall 22,869 units of Lexus IS cars in China due to wiper arm problem.

China's private auto ownership reached 93.09 million units by the end of 2012, up 18.3 percent compared with the year before. Along with the fast expanding auto market, Chinese drivers grow more concerned about the quality of their cars.

Also on Saturday, the AQSIQ said in a statement on its website that its research has basically confirmed the German automaker Volkswagen's direct shift gearbox (DSG) transmission has defects which may cause engine power failures and urged Volkswagen to recall defective cars after China Central Television (CCTV) exposed Volkswagen's gearbox defect on Friday.

To better protect the interests of Chinese consumers, the AQSIQ announced late last year that it would formulate a guideline to regulate a recall system for faulty cars.

1.What does underlined the word “recall” in the first paragraph probably mean?

A. To bring something into one’s mind.

B. To ask people to return a product.

C. To ask someone to go back

D. To remember something from the past.

2.According to the passage, Lexus IS cars were found to have       .

A. wiper arm problem                       B. seat belt flaws

C. engine power failure                                     D. gearbox defect

3.What is the purpose of regulating a recall system for faulty cars?

A. For a better development of national automobile industry of China.

B. To limit the sales of imported cars in China.

C. For a better protection of rights and interests of Chinese consumers.

D. In order to show the authority and power of AQSIQ.

4.What was China’s private auto ownership by the end of 2011?

A. About 110 million units.                  B. About 93 million units.

C. About 90 million units.                   D. About 79 million units.

5.Which of the following statements is probably NOT true according to the news?

A. Chinese put more and more focus on the quality of their cars.

B. Toyota will release its improvements on faulty cars in less than a month.

C. It was AQSIQ that first exposed Volkswagen’s DSG defects.

D. You may get the information about faulty cars on the website of AQSIQ.

 

用英语翻译下列句子，要求每个句子符合英语语意。

注意：1.句子的语态时态错误扣1.5分。

2．主要词语错误扣1---2分。

3．句型结构错误或主要词语错误导至句意不清楚不给分。

1.信不信由你，地理位置在形成方言方面起着重要作用。

2.我不知道你用英语与外国人交流是否有困难。

3.Tom和 Mary相爱三年了，并且他们相处的非常好。

4.在20世纪90年代，中国人比以往任何时候都更加广泛地利用英语。

5.我姐姐一旦下定决心，我们不得不向她屈服。