时事新闻语法填空专练（一）
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Winds of Change: Global Tensions on the Rise
The world today is facing a complex mix of challenges,
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(especial) in geopolitics and the global
economy. One of
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(hot) topics is the rising tension between the United States and Iran. Recent diplomatic
talks
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(fail) to reach an agreement, leading the U.S. to enforce a blockade on Iranian ports. This has caused
international oil prices to jump to nearly 100 dollars per barrel. Many experts worry that this could trigger
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“triple crisis” involving energy, food, and debt around the world.
In the middle of this
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(uncertain), China is calling for dialogue and peaceful solutions. Meanwhile,
European leaders are expressing a growing need
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cooperation with China on trade and climate issues. Even
the G20 meeting faced a small crisis when South Africa’s finance minister could not attend due to visa problems.
These events show how
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(connect) our world has become. A political decision in one country can
quickly affect gas prices, food supply, and job markets far away. For young people
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(graduate) from high
school, understanding these global connections is more important than ever. The future will require not only
knowledge but also the ability to think critically about world affairs.
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the situation continues to develop,
staying informed and open-minded is the best way
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(prepare) for the challenges ahead.
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Have you ever wondered why gas prices at your local station sometimes jump suddenly overnight? More
often than not, the root cause lies thousands of miles away in the Middle East. As the world’s
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(large) oil-
producing region, any conflict there sends immediate shockwaves
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global energy markets.
Recently, tensions in the region
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(rise) sharply. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway between Iran
and Oman, is a critical “oil chokepoint” — nearly 20% of the world’s oil passes through it every day. When the
US announced a naval blockade there following
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(fail) peace talks, markets reacted with pure fear. Traders
worried that oil supplies could
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(disrupt) at any moment, so they pushed prices significantly higher. This is a
classic case of supply and demand: when supply is threatened, prices rise.
Why does this matter to us, especially as students? Higher oil prices mean more expensive fuel for cars and
planes,
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eventually raises the cost of almost everything — from the food you order for delivery to the air
ticket for your next trip. Industries that rely
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(heavy) on oil, like manufacturing and transportation, face
increased costs, and these are often passed down to consumers.
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(slow) down economic growth is not the
only concern — rising oil prices can even affect job opportunities in the future.
The situation remains highly uncertain. While global leaders, including China, have called for a ceasefire and
diplomatic
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(solve), the threat of further conflict keeps markets nervous. For now, the world watches closely,
because any spark in the Middle East can light
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all-consuming fire under global oil prices.
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Title: China’s Economic Progress and Key Domestic Updates
China has recently seen encouraging economic data and important policy moves,
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(reflect) its steady
development. According to the People’s Bank of China, the broad money supply (M2) grew by 8.5% in March,
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total social financing rose by 7.9%. These figures show that liquidity remains
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a reasonable level,
supporting the real economy.
Meanwhile, the 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit
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(hold) in Hong Kong. With the
theme “Smart Digital Empowerment for Innovation and Development,” the event brought together about 1,000
guests from over 50 countries.
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they discussed included cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence,
digital finance, and cybersecurity. Hong Kong’s leader said the summit highlights the city’s unique advantages
under “one country, two systems.”
To better protect young people online, China’s cyberspace authority introduced 11 new rules. One key
regulation bans platforms from
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(public) displaying the total amount of users’ tips. More importantly,
platforms are forbidden
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(provide) tipping services to children under eight years old.
On the trade front, the 139th Canton Fair will open in Guangzhou on April 15. This session will feature 12
types of AI-powered robot
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(service), showing how technology is being integrated into traditional trade
events.
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(take) together, these developments — from financial stability and digital innovation to youth
protection and high-tech trade fairs — paint a picture of
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ever-evolving and well-managed economy.
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Social Issues and Sports Highlights
Recent weeks have seen a mix of troubling incidents and inspiring stories from both social and sports fields.
In Shenzhen, a security guard at a residential complex sprayed chili oil on several people,
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(cause)
public concern. Local authorities acted quickly, placing the guard under administrative detention. The incident
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(spark) discussions about the proper use of force and professional conduct in service industries.
On a more positive note, Wang Jibing, a delivery rider
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(know) as the “poet deliveryman,” has been
nominated as a provincial model worker. While delivering food, he wrote poems in his spare time and has
published several collections. His story reminds us that passion and
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(persevere) can shine even in ordinary
jobs.
In the sports world, Chinese chess was shaken by a match-fixing scandal.
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shocked the public
most was that six professional players, including Hong Zhi and Xie Jing, received lifetime bans
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participating in “buying and selling games.” Official media commented that strict punishment is
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(necessary) required to protect the fairness of competitions.
On a lighter note, the city of Ningbo introduced
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assistance program for replacing old residential
elevators, with a maximum of 100,000 yuan per unit. This policy aims
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(improve) safety and living
conditions for residents.
From heartbreaking scandals to heartwarming stories of ordinary heroes, these events show the complexity of
our society — where problems demand quick action,
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small acts of greatness also deserve recognition.
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China’s foreign trade got off to a flying start in the first quarter of 2026, with total goods imports and exports
reaching a record 11.84 trillion yuan, up 15 percent year on year, according to data
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(release) by the General
Administration of Customs on April 14.
This marks the first time the country’s quarterly trade value
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(exceed) 11 trillion yuan, with the growth
rate hitting a five-year high. Exports rose 15.2 percent,
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imports climbed 14.8 percent, signaling balanced
and robust growth.
A customs official attributed the strong performance to
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(improve) global demand, the resilience of
China’s industrial and supply chains,
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a flurry of supportive policy measures. The rapid growth of new
energy vehicles, lithium batteries, and solar cells continued to fuel exports,
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(impressive) highlighting the
country’s progress in high-tech green manufacturing.
The record-breaking start comes
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the world’s second-largest economy gains momentum. At
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economic symposium held on April 10, Premier Li Qiang noted that the economy had made a solid start to the year.
However, he also warned of external shocks and the need
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(stay) focused on managing China’s own affairs
effectively.
Despite growing global
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(uncertain), the strong Q1 performance has bolstered market confidence and
laid a solid foundation for achieving the country’s full-year growth target of around 5 percent.
