六、热点素材 阅读理解(2025·江苏常州武进区第一次月考)
On Wednesday, the People's Liberation Army of China(PLA,中国人民解放军) showed all five types of its newest fifth-generation fighter jets for the first time in a big military parade(阅兵) in Beijing. This was to mark the 80th anniversary(周年纪念日) of the victory(胜利) in the Chinese People's War of Resistance(反抗) Against Japanese Aggression(侵略) and the World Anti-Fascist(反法西斯) War.

The planes—the J-20, J-20A, J-20S, J-35A from the Air Force, and the Navy's J-35—flew over Tian'anmen Square in formation. The parade lasted about 70 minutes.
This was the first public appearance of the J-20S (the world's only twin-seat stealth fighter), the J-20A(an improved J-20 with a more powerful engine), and the J-35(the Navy's first stealth fighter).
Fu Qianshao, an aircraft researcher, said the J-20S has two seats: one for the pilot and the other for an operator who controls electronic equipment or helps with attacks.
The J-20A has a bigger spine, a new nose, and better air intakes for its new engine. This engine is more powerful and helps the plane fly better.
The J-35A is another new stealth fighter. It can control the sky and attack land or sea targets.
Wang Mingzhi, an Air Force researcher, said the J-20 series and J-35A will work together in future battles.
The Air Force also showed a new version of the Y-20 transport plane—the Y-20B. It has new Chinese-made engines that are stronger and use less fuel. This allows the PLA to carry supplies farther than before.
Several new combat drones(无人机) were also shown in the parade. This suggests the Air Force may use more drones in the future.
Wu Peixin, an aviation industry observer(观察家), said many countries are now using stealth fighters together with drones. "Stealth jets are expensive and advanced, while drones are cheaper. In battle, a pilot can guide drones to attack targets without taking big risks," he said. This new way of fighting could change air combat in the future.
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B
)1. Why did the PLA display the fifth-generation fighter jets in the parade?
A. To celebrate Army Day.
B. To mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.
C. To test their new equipment.
D. To train new pilots.
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D
)2. What is a key improvement of the J-20A compared to the basic J-20?
A. It has more weapons.
B. It can carry more people.
C. It is cheaper to produce.
D. It has a new engine and improved design.
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B
)3. According to Wu Peixin, what is the advantage of using drones together with stealth fighters?
A. Drones are more fun to watch.
B. Drones are cheaper and can be used in risky situations.
C. Drones can replace pilots completely.
D. Drones are faster than stealth fighters.