Scientists have transformed men’s minds into a virtual（虚拟的）woman’s body in an experiment that could throw light upon how humans distinguish themselves form others.
In a study at Barcelona University, men wore a virtual reality headset that allowed them to see and hear the world as a female character. When they looked down, they could even see their new body and clothes.
The “body－swapping” effect was so convincing that the men’s sense of self was transferred into the virtual woman, causing them to react to events in the virtual world they were immersed（沉浸）. “This work opens up another avenue for virtual reality, which is not just to transform your sense of place, but also your sense of self,” said Mel Slater, “If you can temporarily give people the illusion that their bodies are different, then the evidence suggests it also affects their behavior and the way they think. They can have new experiences: a person who is thin can know what it is like to be fat. A man can have an experience of what it’s like to be a woman.”
During the experiment, a “female” approached and hit the face of the character another man was playing. “Their reaction was immediate,” said Slate. “They would take in a quick breath and maybe flinch（退缩）. The more people reported being in the girl’s body, the stronger physical reaction they had.” But in all cases, the feeling was temporary and lasted only as long as the study.
The study shows that our minds have a very fluid picture of our bodies. The research is expected to shed light on the puzzle of how our brain tells the difference between a part of our own body and something else in the wider world. Thus the work might improve the conditions for those who have experienced strokes by placing them in a world that helps them to use their bodies to the full again.
【小题1】How can a man’s mind get into a woman’s body?

A．by distinguishing themselves from women

B．by taking part in an activity actively

C．by wearing a special device（设备）

D．by transforming his sense of place

【小题2】Of the following statements, which we can’t infer from the passage?

A．Men in the experiment can temporarily have the wrong feeling that they are women.

B．When hit, the men in the virtual world will react angrily to it.

C．As soon as the experiment is finished, the men will return to the normal state

D．Probably, this study can be applied to medical fields and benefit humans.

【小题3】What is the author’s intention of writing this passage?

A．to introduce an interesting and advanced study

B．to inform us of the latest development of virtual reality

C．to illustrate the importance of virtual reality

D．to build up our confidence to fight stroke

Scientists have transformed men’s minds into a virtual（虚拟的）woman’s body in an experiment that could throw light upon how humans distinguish themselves form others.

In a study at Barcelona University, men wore a virtual reality headset that allowed them to see and hear the world as a female character. When they looked down, they could even see their new body and clothes.

The “body－swapping” effect was so convincing that the men’s sense of self was transferred into the virtual woman, causing them to react to events in the virtual world they were immersed（沉浸）. “This work opens up another avenue for virtual reality, which is not just to transform your sense of place, but also your sense of self,” said Mel Slater, “If you can temporarily give people the illusion that their bodies are different, then the evidence suggests it also affects their behavior and the way they think. They can have new experiences: a person who is thin can know what it is like to be fat. A man can have an experience of what it’s like to be a woman.”

During the experiment, a “female” approached and hit the face of the character another man was playing. “Their reaction was immediate,” said Slate. “They would take in a quick breath and maybe flinch（退缩）. The more people reported being in the girl’s body, the stronger physical reaction they had.” But in all cases, the feeling was temporary and lasted only as long as the study.

The study shows that our minds have a very fluid picture of our bodies. The research is expected to shed light on the puzzle of how our brain tells the difference between a part of our own body and something else in the wider world. Thus the work might improve the conditions for those who have experienced strokes by placing them in a world that helps them to use their bodies to the full again.

1.How can a man’s mind get into a woman’s body?

A．by distinguishing themselves from women

B．by taking part in an activity actively

C．by wearing a special device（设备）

D．by transforming his sense of place

2.Of the following statements, which we can’t infer from the passage?

A．Men in the experiment can temporarily have the wrong feeling that they are women.

B．When hit, the men in the virtual world will react angrily to it.

C．As soon as the experiment is finished, the men will return to the normal state

D．Probably, this study can be applied to medical fields and benefit humans.

3.What is the author’s intention of writing this passage?

A．to introduce an interesting and advanced study

B．to inform us of the latest development of virtual reality

C．to illustrate the importance of virtual reality

D．to build up our confidence to fight stroke

 

                

第二卷（非选择题，共60分）

六：选词填空，用短语的正确形式填空（有一个是多余的，共10小题，每题1分，共10分）。

prepare for; throw light upon; cut up; instead of; contribute to; a variety of; provide…for; give off; take advantage of; break down; all the way

1. They didn’t arrive on time for         reasons.

2. They have         the development of science and technology.

3. The hotel can         the first-class service          guests.

4. If the plastic is burned, it will         poisonous gas.

5. Sugar and starch(淀粉) are         in the stomach.

6. You should trust me and I’ll be with you        .

7. The speech made by Mr. Smith may            the mysterious culture.

8. We will go there by bike            on foot this afternoon.

9. The teacher asked us to           tomorrow’s exam.

10. She had to _____________ the meat for her little dog.

 

                

第二卷（非选择题，共60分）

六：选词填空，用短语的正确形式填空（有一个是多余的，共10小题，每题1分，共10分）。

prepare for; throw light upon; cut up; instead of; contribute to; a variety of; provide…for; give off; take advantage of; break down; all the way

1. They didn’t arrive on time for          reasons.

2. They have          the development of science and technology.

3. The hotel can          the first-class service          guests.

4. If the plastic is burned, it will          poisonous gas.

5. Sugar and starch(淀粉) are          in the stomach.

6. You should trust me and I’ll be with you         .

7. The speech made by Mr. Smith may             the mysterious culture.

8. We will go there by bike             on foot this afternoon.

9. The teacher asked us to            tomorrow’s exam.

10. She had to _____________ the meat for her little dog.

第四部分：书面表达（共两节，满分40分）

第一节：完成句子（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）

阅读下列各小题，根据括号内的汉语提示，用句末括号内的英语单词完成句子，并将答案写在答题卡上的相应题号后。

71．Chinese government is considering _________________(采取措施)to recall Copenhagen UN Climate Change Conference 2009. (measure)

72．The whole world，especially China ______________(一直在尽一切努力)recover the global economy since the global financial crisis began. (effort)

73．His dream that he wants to become an astronaut is believed _____________(实现) in the future.(come true)

74．He was found ____________(死于)in an car accident because of his drunk driving. (kill)

75．I _____________________(本不该用) the computer without asking you first. (use)

76．_______________(尽管穿着)water-proof clothes, he was wet all over in the heavy rain.(although；dress)

77．Only by using a scientific method ___________________(我们才能解开)this mystery. (throw light upon)

78．This central business district is built on _____________________ (曾经的一个飞机场). (airport)

79．There are various kinds of animals in Australia, _________________ (其中很多) cannot be found in any other country. （many）

80____________(用完了) the gasoline, we had no choice but to walk to the town for help. (run)