Question

    Are you interested in hi-tech products? Here are some that you might find at the market now.

CX-1

Tired of dragging your bag through busy airports? Then you might want to consider CX-1. The smart suitcase uses facial recognizing software to follow its owner as he/she is checking in or heading to the gate. Though CX-1 can only move at a speed of up to seven miles per hour, a tiny tool enables owners to keep track of the suitcase’s location. Happily, it has been sold on the market.

Aibo

Sony’s latest version of the Aibo robotic dog is almost as fun as the real thing — but much less work. The pet dog can recognize its owner, obey several commands, and even recall the behavior that pleases its master the most. Aibo can also learn new tricks, take photographs, and over time, develop its own unique personality.

Forpheus

Forpheus, an “athletic” robot developed by Japanese technology company Omron. It teaches users how to play ping-pong. The 10-feet-tall machine uses a camera and artificial intelligence to track the ball’s speed and can predict the ball’s direction correctly. The smart Forpheus can also quickly test its player’s abilities and adjust the playing level, making the game fun.

Black Box VR

Though many people determine to go to the gym once a week, few reach their goal. Black Box VR wants to change that by turning hard exercise into fun video games. Using it, gym users will find themselves fighting enemies, including big creatures — all while getting exercise.

1.What is the feature of CX-1?

A.It can be opened by facial expressions.

B.It can recognize and follow its owner.

C.It can move very fast in busy places.

D.It can sense its owner’s location.

2.Who would most probably want an Aibo?

A.People who want to walk a dog.

B.People who often play tricks on others.

C.People who want to take high-quality photographs.

D.People who want a dog but can’t look after a real one.

3.Which product can help people do physical exercise regularly?

A.CX-1. B.Aibo. C.Forpheus. D.Black Box VR.

Answer

1.B

2.D

3.D

【解析】

本文是说明文。文章介绍了四款现在市场上能找到的高科技产品及功能。

1.细节理解题。根据CX-1中的The smart suitcase uses facial recognizing software to follow its owner as he/she is checking in or heading to the gate.可知，CX-1这款智能行李箱使用面部识别软件，在主人办理登机手续或前往登机口时跟踪主人。由此可知，CX-1可以识别和追随主人。故选B。

2.推理判断题。根据Aibo中的Sony’s latest version of the Aibo robotic dog is almost as fun as the real thing — but much less work.可知，Aibo机器狗和真狗一样有趣，但工作量少很多。由此可知，想养狗却不能照顾真狗的人最有可能养Aibo机器狗。故选D。

3.细节理解题。根据Black Box VR中的Black Box VR wants to change that by turning hard exercise into fun video games. Using it, gym users will find themselves fighting enemies, including big creatures — all while getting exercise.可知，Black Box VR希望通过将艰苦的锻炼变成有趣的视频游戏来改变这一现状；使用它，健身房的使用者会发现自己在与敌人战斗，包括大型动物——所有这些都是在锻炼的时候。由此可知，Black Box VR能把艰苦的锻炼变成有趣的视频游戏，而且起到锻炼的目的。故选D。