It cannot invent, like scientists,novelists and artists can. Second, the complex, strategic jobs—executives, diplomats, economists —go well beyond the AI limitation of single-field and Big Data. Then there are the as-yet-unknown jobs that will be created by AI.
Are you worried that these three types of jobs won’t employ as many people as AI will replace? Not to worry, as the fourth type is much larger： jobs where emotions are needed，such as teachers， nannies and doctors. These jobs require compassion, trust and sympathy—which AI does not have. And even if AI tried to fake it，nobody would want a robot telling them they have cancer，or a robot to babysit their children. So there will still be jobs in the age of AI. The key then must be retraining the workforce so people can do them. This must be the responsibility not just of the government, which can provide funds，but also of corporations and those who benefit most.
12. What is the main purpose of paragraph 1? A. To introduce the topic. B. To mention Nigel’s feat.
C. To stress the importance of good memory. D. To suggest humans go beyond AI in memory.
13. Which of the following best explains “outperform” underlined in paragraph
2?
A. Be superior to B. Be equal to C. Be similar to
D.Be related to
14. Which of the following jobs is the most likely to be replaced? A. The writer. B.The shop assistant. C. The babysitter. D. The psychologist.
15. What does the text suggest people do about job replacement of AI? A. Limit the application of AI to a certain degree. B. Get more support from the government. C. Apply for the donation from companies. D. Upgrade themselves all the time.
第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。其中有两项为多余选项。
Most people want to find ways to travel inexpensively. The following are the secrets of traveling on the cheap.
Use cashback websites
According to travel blogger James Cave,using Topcashback.com puts more dollars in your account “Cashback websites like Topcashback .com give you back the commission(回扣) that they would normally get from referring you to a booking website” Cave explains. “ 16 . It may not seem much, but over a week that could end up being close to ＄100.” Cashback websites also work with car hire, travel insurance companies, and hundreds of other travel companies. “ 17 ,”he adds.
Consider house sitting
If you’re a pet owner, what do you do with your beloved pet? 18 , many pet owners ofter up their house to travelers in exchange for pet sitting. “In return for feeding the cat, walking the dog, and doing whatever else the homeowner needs, you get to stay in the person’s house for free. \says. Try checking out TrustHousesitters.com to list your own proper（财产) or book a stay abroad.
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World traveler Brian Corsetti says an often overlooked way to save money is to strike up a conversation with a local. Not only is it great to be friendly, but people who live in popular destinations know the best ways to find sales or inexpensive eats, which can help you avoid falling into tourist traps. 20 . Instead of going to a restaurant, you stop by the home of a local, who will prepare traditional food for much less, giving you a glimpse（一瞥）into how locals really live and eat. A. Get to know the locals B. Find the best way to travel
C. Instead of paying for expensive boarding fees D. Together, it all adds up to big vacation savings E. Because of so many super-inexpensive airlines
F. You could expect to save around $5 to $ 10 a night on a $100 nightly booking
G. For another one-of-a-kind experience abroad, consider sharing a meal via EatWith 第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分） 第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文, 从短文后各题所给的四个选项A、B、C、D中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
“Look Mom, he paints like me!” Eight-year-old Alexandra Nechita had just discovered Pablo Picasso’s artwork for the first time. The art world 21 and began to call Alexandra the “Petite（小的） Picasso.” This 22 artist has been turning heads in the art world ever since.
Even at age two, Alexandra 23 nearly all her time on her colouring books. 24 their daughter spent too much time alone, Alexandra’s parents took her colouring books away. They 25 she’ d start to jump rope or play with dolls. But taking away her 26 was like taking the oxygen out of her life. Alexandra began to colour on paper her mother 27 home from office.
When Alexandra was four, her parents began to notice the figures she 28 . They were abstract and 29 Picasso's work, with four eyes and two faces. She 30 painting with watercolours and then with other paints.
Alexandra’s classmates would sometimes 31 her paintings. But her 32 school teacher saw talent in her drawings. She helped eight-year-old Alexandra organise her first 33 at a local library.
Within a year, Alexandra had several other exhibitions. By then, she had 34 more than 250 paintings. Her exhibition at the famous Mary Paxon Gallery brought her to the 35 of national art critics（评论家）She began to 36 on television, in news and talk shows around America
Today, Alexandra 37 paints in her special style. Admirers have spent a large amount of money purchasing her paintings. But the 38 doesn’ t seem to have affected her negatively (消极地） Through various charities, Alexandra shares her wealth with those 39 around the world. And 40 Alexandra continues to paint, the world will be blessed to experience more of her love for life and art.
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第II卷
第二部分：英语知识运用
语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容。（不多于3个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
For the first time in 94 years, the Palace Museum has extended its opening hours，allowing the public to celebrate the Lantern Festival at night in the ancient palace. About 3,000 lucky visitors received free tickets from the government, among 41 was Zhang Zhifu，a 77-year-old public security volunteer. It’s a mark of gratitude for her volunteer work. “It is 42 (true) an honor to be granted this special privilege，” Zhang said.
To guarantee the 43 (safe) of the palace，festival organizers 44 (plan) this year’s Lantern Festival event used LED lights rather than traditional paper lanterns and red candles. It’s a fascinating event for visitors to absorb 45 (they) in the festive atmosphere in the museum. Discussion of the Palace Museum’s new look lit up social media following Tuesday’s display.
Since he became director of the Palace Museum, Shan Jixiang 46 (bring) many changes to the world’s 47 (large) imperial complex (建筑群）.Once in a speech the 64-year-old director shared his idea about how to make traditional 48 (treasure) come alive again. He said，“ 49 matters to a museum is not how many visitors they
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甘肃省岷县第一中学2018-2019学年高二下学期期中考试英语试卷
