《2025年启东中学作业本九年级英语上册译林版徐州专版》

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(2025·江苏徐州邳州期中)
A new AI system can be used to make predictions on crop yields(产量) up to six months before harvest(收获). The tool counts flowers on fruit trees, which can help farmers improve crop yields and make better use of their resources such as water and labour, and to plan harvests.
The system, developed by researchers at the National Robotarium in Edinburgh, can calculate the number of flowers on fruit trees from photos taken by a smartphone. It works by recognizing(识别) patterns and features, such as the edges and shapes of flowers. In Spain, studies on peach trees showed the system to be 90% correct in flower counts, which is much better than the 30% to 50% mistakes made by humans, according to researchers.
"In countries all across the world, farmers often depend on traditional methods to predict their yields, which can lead to big mistakes," said Fernando Auat Cheein, a professor at the National Robotarium. He also praised the simplicity and correctness of the flower-counting AI and its possibility to help farmers make wise decisions about crop management.
"By focusing their efforts on areas of the farm that are expected to produce the most fruits, farmers can make the most of resources, reduce the environmental effect, and improve both the quantity and quality of their harvest," said Mr Cheein. "Our AI tool can be combined with traditional farming practices, making it easier for growers to get help with creative solutions without completely changing their present methods. "
The researchers will next compare the AI's predictions with the actual peach harvest. If these turn out to be effective(有效的), they believe the method could be used for crops such as apples, pears, and cherries, helping fruit growers in Britain, Europe, and other areas.
(C)1. What is the purpose of new AI tool?
A. To harvest crops. B. To water fruit trees.
C. To predict crop yields. D. To speed up the crop growth.
(C)2. How can the AI system calculate the number of the flowers from photos?
A. It can take photos by a smartphone.
B. It recognizes many types of flowers.
C. It works by recognizing patterns and features.
D. It can depend on traditional methods to calculate the number of flowers.
(D)3. What is the researchers' next step?
A. Trying the AI system for more fruits.
B. Putting the AI system into the market.
C. Testing the AI system in different countries.
D. Checking the effectiveness of the AI prediction.

答案： 1. C 【点拨】根据“A new AI system can be used to make predictions on crop yields (产量) up to six months before harvest(收获).”可知,新 AI 工具的目的是预测农作物产量。故选 C。
2. C 【点拨】根据“The system, developed by researchers at the National Robotarium in Edinburgh, can calculate the number of flowers on fruit trees from photos taken by a smartphone. It works by recognizing (识别) patterns and features, such as the edges and shapes of flowers.”可知,人工智能系统通过识别模式和特征来工作。故选 C。
3. D 【点拨】根据“The researchers will next compare the AI's predictions with the actual peach harvest.”可知,研究人员将把 AI 的预测与实际的桃子丰收进行对比。故选 D。