四川省成都市金牛区成都外国语学校2023-2024学年高二下学期5月月考英语试题

第 1 页 共 10 页 成都外国语学校高 2023-2024 学年度下期 5月月考 高二英语试卷 注意事项： 1. 答题前，考生须在试题卷、答题卡规定的位置填写自己的准考证号、姓名。考生应认真核对答题 卡上粘贴的条形码的“准考证号、姓名”与考生本人准考证号、姓名是否一致。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用 橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分） 第一节（共 5小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 7.5分） 听下面 5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项， 并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。 每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What time is it now? A. 3:55 pm. B. 4:00 pm. C. 4:05 pm. 2. What does the man offer to do? A. Revise the report. B. Fetch another typist. C. Type for the woman. 3. What does the woman mean? A. She missed the TV special. B. She fell asleep while watching. C. She recorded the dolphin show. 4. What is bothering Paul? A. Choosing economics-related courses. B. Making his lecture understandable. C. Deciding on a good lecture title. 5. Where are the speakers? A. At the airport. B. In a clinic. C. In a meeting room. 第二节（共 15小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5分） 听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选 出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第 6段材料，回答第 6、7题。 6. How does Marcus feel at the beginning of the conversation? A. Curious. B. Calm. C. Disappointed. 7. What does the conversation focus on? A. The choice of career. B. A job searching experience. C. Secrets of a successful interview. 听第 7段材料，回答第 8至 10题。 第 2 页 共 10 页 8. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A travel plan. B. A guidebook. C. An artwork exhibition. 9. What attracts Peter to the Art Gallery? A. A painting by Rembrandt. B. The flexible opening hours. C. The free admission. 10. Where will the speakers go after lunch? A. The Museum. B. The Castle. C. The Botanical Gardens. 听第 8段材料，回答第 11至 13题。 11. How long did Roger Federer's professional career last? A. 14 years. B. 17 years. C. 24 years. 12. What happened to Federer in the 2017 Australian Open? A. He got a sudden knee injury. B. He had a hard-fought victory. C. He faced a series of losses. 13. Which of the following best describes Federer? A. Determined. B. Kind-hearted C. Humorous. 听第 9段材料，回答第 14至 16题。 14. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Schoolmates. B. Father and daughter. C. Boss and secretary. 15. What kind of learner tends to organize information with a mind map? A. A visual one. B. A logical one. C. An emotional one. 16. What does Jessica suggest the man do? A. Put his favourite subject first. B. Apply colours to arrange notes. C. Practise short-term memory. 听第 10段材料，回答第 17至 20题。 17. What is Caroline Smith? A. A zoo specialist. B. A social worker. C. A TV reporter. 18. What does Caroline talk about in the Kyrie Belle Show? A. Recently extinct wildlife. B. Latest campaigning activities. C. Common misunderstandings of animals. 19. What does a monkey's ear-to-ear smile suggest? A. They are quite shy. B. They feel at risk. C. They are impatient. 20. Why does the speaker deliver the speech? A. To advertise a national zoo. B. To present a charity show. C. To introduce a preservationist. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 50分） 第一节（共 15小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 第 3 页 共 10 页 A Wildlife conservation initiatives offer a meaningful way for individuals to actively participate in the protection of endangered species while gaining insights into how they can contribute to their preservation. For those passionate about wildlife, several programs present opportunities for involvement: ◆Animal Rescue Project, South Africa: Engage alongside experienced conservationists in Cape Town, solving the challenge of finding new homes for homeless dogs and cats. The project involves an animal hospital equipped to cater to their medical needs and an adoption center dedicated to finding them permanent homes. Due to financial constraints, the center relies heavily on volunteers to handle daily tasks and provide hands-on care for these animals. ◆ Sea Turtle Conservation Project, Sri Lanka: Witnessing a decline in sea turtle populations due to various commercial activities, this project focuses on supporting hatcheries (孵化场) in their conservation efforts. Participation in the Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Sri Lanka supports hatcheries in their conservation efforts, including providing financial assistance.Your participation not only aids in providing financial support to these hatcheries but also contributes to the sustainability of sea turtle populations. ◆Wildlife Conservation Program, Australia: Immerse yourself in activities such as animal care, facility maintenance, and enrichment tasks, offering an incredible opportunity to gain firsthand international work experience. This program also serves as an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while fostering connections with like-minded individuals from across the globe. ◆Marine Conservation Program, Bali: Set in Tianyar, where coral reef degradation threatens the ecosystem, this initiative aims to restore and conserve the reef to ensure a sustainable future for the local community and marine life. 21. What is the primary objective of the Animal Rescue Project in South Africa? A．To conduct research on endangered species. B．To provide medical care for injured wildlife. C．To organize volunteer activities in Cape Town. D．To cure and rehome stray dogs and cats. 22. How does participation in the Sea Turtle Conservation Project in Sri Lanka contribute to the preservation of sea turtle populations? A．By establishing new habitats for sea turtles. B．By regulating commercial fishing activities. C．By providing financial support to local hatcheries. D．By organizing awareness campaigns about marine conservation. 23. What makes the Wildlife Conservation Program in Australia an attractive opportunity for participants? A．The chance to explore the cultural heritage of Australia. B．The opportunity to engage in international work experience. C．The availability of luxurious accommodations for volunteers. D．The focus on research projects studying various animal species. 第 4 页 共 10 页 B The other day I was going through the airport at Lbiza and getting my Spanish exit stamp, and the nice passport lady looked through (浏览) my passport, seeking a rare empty page, and said, “Wow, you have a lot of stamps.” Like a five-year-old, I practically glowed with pride. Because I do have a lot of stamps. And sometimes I simply like to look at them. Right now, my passport is so full of stamps it is in danger of filling up. However, there is a fair chance that this won't happen - not because I have any intention of ceasing my travels, but because most countries are moving on from the era of physical stamps. In future, our comings and goings will be monitored digitally and speedily. This will, of course, be great for shortening airport queues, but it also means we will kiss goodbye to the romance of the exotic (奇异的) stamp, that reminder of the time we crossed from, say, Chile to Bolivia via the Andes and the salt plains. Or that first time we landed in the USA and got one of the simplest stamps of all. The border officer smiled as he stamped my passport and said, “Welcome to America.” In my decades of travel, I have acquired some seriously exotic and wonderful stamps: Armenia, Madagascar, Greenland. Some of the smallest countries demand entire pages of your passport - looking at you, Cambodia. Then there are the special stamps to truly remote destinations. My personal favorite is probably the one I got going into the Republic of Mount Athos in northern Greece. It was magnificently beautiful: the double-headed eagle of Byzantium, returned to life and impressed on my passport pages. It was certainly more cheerful than the stamp I once got from the British embassy in Bangkok, which arranged for my return to the UK from Thailand after I really misbehaved. That stamp said “Impound (扣留) Passport on Arrival in London”. And so they did. Yet I miss that stamp too. 24. What does the author think of the shift from physical stamps to digital records? A. Convenient but romance-reducing. B. Eco-friendly but culture-erasing. C. Modern but artistically inferior. D. Cost-efficient but emotionally hurtful. 25. What does the underlined word “you” in paragraph 4 refer to? A. Readers. B. Pages. C. Cambodia. D. Stamps. 26. Why does the author mention the Bangkok stamp? A. To exhibit the extent of his global travels. B. To present a less positive travel experience. C. To highlight his attachment to all his stamps. D. To reflect on his misbehavior and its consequences. 27. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. My Favorite Passport Stamps B. The Beauty of Passport Stamps C. Digital Progress: Passport Stamps at Risk D. Passport Stamps: Bridging Borders and Cultures C 第 5 页 共 10 页 People can spend hours on video games intensely focused on leveling up - progressing to the next level of skill and challenge - in a virtual world, while their everyday troubles fade into the background. Called “flow”, this profoundly immersive state is familiar to artists, musicians and athletes, and has become a popular topic in the media. But video game scholar Braxton Soderman urges caution. In his new book, Against Flow: Video Games and the Flowing Subject, Soderman aims to “create a little turbulence (湍流) in the smooth flow.” Among his criticisms of flow in relation to video gaming is that it can be used to manipulate (操纵) players for profit and socially isolate them. “Developers of video games and apps design their technologies specifically in order to produce these intense states of concentration, to addict people to these kinds of experiences,” says Soderman. Money, of course, is the driving force behind most game design, not happiness. Soderman has played video games almost his entire life, but as the father of two young children, he's careful to limit the types of games and amount of time his kids spend on video games. As with flow, Soderman worries that the concepts of play are already being manipulated by capitalism. Business owners, he says, are being encouraged to use play and creativity to establish “playgrounds of profit” instead of creating more open, inclusive environments that actually make people happier. “Play is an activity that is really about creativity, exploring possibilities, and freedom,” he says. “But it can be hijacked (操纵) and used in a wrong way.” The concept of play, like flow, is one that Soderman will challenge us all to step back and think about critically. Because, as he shows in Against Flow, getting lost in a video game for a while can be fun, as long as you don't end up swept away in a lonely current of someone else's profit. 28. What's a key sign of video games being in a “flow” state? A. Profound interest in arts and music. B. Increased focus on everyday troubles. C. Persistent engagement in online chatting. D. Intense concentration on game progression. 29. What is the ultimate purpose of most game design? A. To foster genuine happiness. B. To enhance social interactions. C. To build up concentration skills. D. To profit from player involvement. 30. According to Soderman, what is a concern about “play”? A. It's subject to capitalist influence. B. It blocks creativity and possibilities. C. It's unfavorable for game development. D. It promotes addiction to virtual socializing. 31. What is the text most likely to be? A. A review of recent video game research. B. A report about game development practices. C. An introduction to a newly published book. D. An essay on the concepts of “flow” and “play”. 第 6 页 共 10 页 D There's a useful concept from psychology that helps explain why good people do things that harm the environment: the false consensus effect. That's where we overvalue how acceptable and prevalent (普遍的) our own behavior is in society. Put simply, if you're doing something (even if you secretly know you probably shouldn't), you're more likely to think plenty of other people do it too. What's more, you likely overestimate how much other people think that behavior is broadly OK. This bias (偏见) allows people to justify socially unacceptable or illegal behaviors. Researchers have observed the false consensus effect in drug use and illegal hunting. More recently, conservationists are beginning to reveal how this effect contributes to environmental damage. In Australia, people who admitted to poaching (偷猎) thought it was much more common in society than it really was, and had higher estimates than fishers who obeyed the law. They also believed others viewed poaching as socially acceptable; however, in reality, more than 90% of fishers held the opposite view. The false consensus effect has also shown up in studies examining support for nuclear energy and offshore wind farms. Just as concepts from psychology can help explain some forms of environmental damage, so can they help address it. For example, research shows people are more likely to litter in areas where there's already a lot of trash scattered around; so making sure the ground around a bin is not covered in rubbish may help. Factual information on how other people think and behave can be very powerful. Energy companies have substantially reduced energy consumption simply by showing people how their electricity use compares to their neighbors. Encouragingly, stimulating people's natural desire for status has also been successful in getting people to “go green to be seen”, or to publicly buy eco-friendly products. As the research evidence shows, social norms can be a powerful force in encouraging and popularizing environmentally friendly behaviors. Perhaps you can do your bit by sharing this article! 32. Which example best illustrates the false consensus effect? A. A student spends long hours surfing the Internet. B. A blogger assumes many people dislike his posts. C. A driver frequently parks illegally in public places. D. A smoker believes people generally approve of smoking. 33. How did most Australian fishers view the issue of poaching? A. It is unacceptable. B. It is widespread. C. It is controversial. D. It is complex. 34. What do the underlined words “go green to be seen” in paragraph 5 mean? A. Embrace green habits for better health. B. Make green choices that others can perceive. C. Join green movements for personal fulfillment. D. Choose green items that are easy to spot in stores. 35. What is a recommended approach to addressing environmental problems? A. Downplay social norms. B. Highlight personal responsibilities. C. Publicize sustainable practices. D. Encourage technological innovations. 第 7 页 共 10 页 第二节（共 5小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 12.5分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Brief and pleasant small talk can promote learning, expand your horizons, and contribute to a sense of belonging. 36 We asked experts to share their favorite strategies for getting better at small talk. Take advantage of “free information”. Find help from your surroundings, says Debra Fine, an expert on communication skills. If you're standing next to someone at a baby shower, for example, the fact that you're both there is what she calls “free information” - so ask the person how they know the mum-to-be. 37 Skip sensitive questions. Get rid of controversial topics and potentially sensitive matters (such as religion, relationship status, kids and work). 38 You might ask a high school senior to fill you in on their college search, for example, rather than inquiring if they will get into a famous college. Respond generously. Think of conversation as a game - and aim to be an active player, which requires investing energy in it. If someone asks how you are and you' simply respond “Good”, you're being a “lazy conversationalist”. 39 That gives the person you're talking to plenty to work with if they'd like to continue to chat. Exit the chat gracefully. 40 Consider introducing the person to someone else, suggests Diane Windingland, and leaving time for them to know each other. Besides, Windingland recommends concluding like this: “Please excuse me, I have to talk to so-and-so.” A. Don't spend too long on meaningless topics. B. You can maximize these benefits by mastering some techniques. C. Rather than a single-word response, offer a full sentence in return. D. Your shared reality is a terrific entry point for deeper conversation. E. Instead, questions like “What keeps you busy outside of work?” are suggested. F. Some conversations may drag on because people can't figure out how to end them. G. One key to changing that is to first accept that these casual chats are impossible to avoid. 第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分 30 分) 第一节 (共 15 小题；每小题 1分,满分 15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空格处的最佳选项。 第 8 页 共 10 页 The greatest sports moments often have a wonderful flow state behind the victories or performances. Being in flow refers to the moments where distraction reduces, and concentration 41 . It was a 42 summer camp ping pong tournament where I was not only down 1 set, but 7 points behind my opponent, who had only 3 points left to 43 the set, and the tournament. For a comeback, I had to win at least 10 points, without making 44 ! Facing the 45 situation, I could call it a day and let my opponent win. Perhaps my opponent had already focused on the 46 , but failure wasn't an option! 47 , I stuck it out, hoping for the best. I told myself, “Let's just try and win the next point, nothing else.” 48 deep, I stared at the ball with a clear mindset and keen 49 . I took it, hit it back and scored! 5 points to go, 4 points to go... My opponent started getting visibly 50 and made mistakes. Point by point I was getting closer to being even 7-8. I was one point away from doing the 51 . My mouth was shut and my eyes stayed sharp the entire set. He made another 52 . 8-8. The comeback was complete. The crowd went 53 ! Winning the next 3 points, I managed to win that set. In the last set, my opponent turned restless again. 54 the flow, I ended up winning the final set, and the tournament. Despite a small game, it inspired me a lot. Not being able to control how our opponent plays, we can 55 how to react. Don't be there, where you are not. Instead, be here and now! Stay in flow! Be concentrated! 41. A. limits B. decreases C. increases D. changes 42. A. tough B. competitive C. crazy D. close 43. A. lose B. win C. tie D. restart 44. A. adjustments B. reservations C. efforts D. mistakes 45. A. desperate B. embarrassing C. favorable D. unusual 46. A. defense B. attack C. celebration D. relief 47. A. However B. Nevertheless C. Furthermore D. Therefore 48. A. Sighing B. Breathing C. Regretting D. Struggling 49. A. attention B. interest C. insight D. appreciation 50. A. confused B. impatient C. exhausted D. uneasy 51. A. right B. impossible C. opposite D. previous 52. A. mess B. point C. error D. decision 53. A. wild B. silent C. mad D. deaf 54. A. Going against B. Cutting off C. Holding to D. Recovering from 55. A. wonder B. determine C. predict D. consider 第二节 (共 10小题; 每小题 1.5分, 满分 15分) 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 第 9 页 共 10 页 Chinese pastries (糕点 ) have a rich and divers history that spans thousands of years. Traditional Chinese pastries are popular 56 their beautiful shapes, delicate flavors and cultural symbolism. The origins of Chinese pastries can be traced back to ancient times when they were primarily made for 57 (religion) ceremonies and special occasions. Over centuries of evolution, Chinese pastries 58 (develop), combining various regional flavors and techniques. During the Tang dynasty, Chinese pastries experienced a significant 59 (grow) in popularity. The Tang dynasty emperors were known for their love of desserts and pastries, 60 led to the development of numerous delicate and complicated pastry recipes. It was during this time 61 many symbolic pastries were created, and the art of pastry-making reached new heights. Mooncakes, closely 62 (associate) with the Mid-autumn Festival, are among the most famous Chinese pastries. Mooncakes have a history 63 (date) back over 1,000 years. They were 64 (original) used as an offering to honour the moon goddess during the harvest season. Mooncakes are often imprinted with amazing designs and symbols that represent good luck and prosperity. Each region in China has its own pastries with distinct flavors, ingredients and making methods. Chinese pastries are 65 essential part of Chinese cuisine and cultural traditions. 第四部分 写作（共两节, 40分） 第一节 应用文写作（15分） 假定你是李华，从上学期以来，外教Mary开展了“课前 3分钟演讲”活动，你觉得活动很好，但存在 不足之处。请你给外教写一封邮件，内容包括： 1．你对活动的评价； 2．针对问题提出改进建议。 注意： 1．写作词数应为 80个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 参考词：课前 3分钟演讲 Pre-class 3-minute English Speech Dear Mary, ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Lihua 第二节 读后续写（25分） 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 第 10 页 共 10 页 “Ada! Milk!” Mama called. Milk. It was Ada's turn to get it. Ada sighed and shut her first-aid book. Her head hurt from reading in the dim (昏暗的) morning light, but how else was she going to learn? Ada tied the cow close to a tree. Somewhere down the mountain, some volunteer doctors were teaching medical skills to village nurses. Ada heard Betty drive off hours ago. “She should have taken me with her. She thinks I'm too young, but she's wrong. I am already 16!” Ada thought. Ada carried the milk back to Mama, then wandered up the road. Roy, a village boy, had gotten a donkey, and some kids had gathered around to see it. Roy was always doing something to get attention. Like now: he was trying to stand on the animal's bare back. “No wonder they don't trust kids with anything important”, Ada thought, sighing. She had just turned away when she heard a thud (砰的一声) and a few screams. Roy lay on the ground nearby moaning (呻吟) in pain. The donkey stood several meters away. “Roy!” The kids nearby ran towards him. “Get Betty,” one said. Ada shook her head. “Betty's gone to the city.” The other kids seemed frozen in place. Ada ran to where Roy was lying. She dropped to her knees on the dusty road. “Roy! Can you hear me?” Roy moaned in agony. Ada saw that one of his legs was crooked (扭曲的), bent a little sideways between the knee and the ankle. A broken leg! She remembered what the first-aid book had said about broken legs: if there is no ambulance, straighten the bone before moving the victim (受伤者). There certainly wouldn't be any ambulance here. Ada looked back up the road. The other kids were still standing there, watching. “Victor!” Ada called to one of the boys. “Go get Roy's mama, and find someone with a truck.” She turned to the others. “Give me your shirts. We need something to tie his leg with.” 注意： 1. 续写词数应为 150 左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Ada then found a strong stick, which she would use to keep his leg straight. The next day, Betty came to Ada's home. null成都外国语学校高 2023-2024 学年度下期 5月月考 高二英语答案 I. 听力 1—5ACBBC 6—10 CBAAB 11—15 CBAAA 16—20 BACBC II. 阅读理解 21-25 DCBAC 26-30 CBDDA 31-35CDABC III. 七选五 36-40 BDECF IV. 完形填空 41-45 CABDA 46-50 CDBAD 51-55 BCACB V. 语篇填空 56. for 57. religious 58. have developed 59. growth 60. which 61. that 62. associated 63. dating 64. originally 65. an VI. 应用文写作 应用文写作---建议信。 评分要点： 1. 合理的开头和结尾 3 分 2. 你对活动的评价 4 分 3. 针对问题提出建议 6 分。 4. 书写 2 分 【范文】 Dear Mary, I really appreciate the activity “Pre-class 3-minute English Speech”, which boosts our speaking skills and confidence. However, I’ve noticed some problems needing to be solved. The students crazy about English are always seizing the opportunity to present themselves, leaving shy students no chance，so I suggest making some adjustments. First, students can take turns to give presentations to guarantee everyone an equal chance to express themselves. Moreover, you can require students to review each other’s speeches in groups, which will not only greatly reduces the error rate but also improves their writing skills. I'd appreciate it if my advice could be considered. Yours, Li Hua VII. 读后续写。 评分标准： 1. 第一段第二句内容“Ada 如何使用棍子固定 Roy 的双腿”（3分） 2. 第一段末句“Roy 受伤事件得以妥善处理”（3 分） 3. 第二段第二句“Betty 评价 Ada 在处理紧急事件时的表现”。（3 分） 4. 大致情节：用木棍固定 Roy 的腿----安慰 Roy-----Roy 被妈妈接回家----Betty 表扬 Ada 并同意 Ada 成为志愿者医生。（情节合理即可）（10 分） 5. 所使用的词汇和语法结构准确性、恰当性和多样性（6分） 6. 书写较差以致影响交际的酌情扣分。 Possible version 1： Ada then found a strong stick, which she would use to keep his leg straight. She gently explained what she was going to do then carefully wrapped the shirts around Roy’s leg and the stick. Roy cried out in pain. “I know it hurts,” Ada said softly. “But this will hold it still until you get to the hospital.” When Ada was done, she looked up and saw Roy’s mama watching from a few meters away. Behind her was a neighbor in a pickup truck. When Ada stepped away, Roy’s mama ran over and held Roy’s face in her hands. “Thank you, Ada,” she said. Ada helped them lift Roy into the truck, then they drove down the hillside towards the hospital. The next day, Betty came to Ada’s home. “I heard what you did,” Betty said. “You kept your head in an emergency. That’s an important skill.” Ada’s face turned red. “I was afraid ...” Betty shook her head. “It’s OK for a nurse to be afraid, as long as she has a clear head. The volunteer doctors are coming tomorrow with vaccines. We need some more hands. Can you help?” “I’d love to.” Ada replied at once. “Come early, then. There is a lot to learn.” Ada smiled. “I’ll bring my first-aid book.” Possible version 2: Ada then found a strong stick, which she would use to keep his legs straight. Then she wrapped the shirts around Roy’s leg and stick. Painful and worried, Roy cried out in tears, his face as pale as a sheet paper. “I know it hurts, but this will hold it still until you get to the hospital”. Ada comforted/ calmed him in a soft voice. After what seemed to be centuries, Ada managed to finish the first aid, breathing a sigh of relief. She looked up and saw Roy’s mom who was watching a few meters away, with a truck following behind her. When Ada stepped backward, Roy’s mom ran over, held Roy’s face in her hands, and constantly expressed gratitude to Ada. Eventually Roy was lifted into the truck with the help of the kids around and rushed to the hospital. The next day, Betty came to Ada’s home. She told her that her quick action of helping Roy yesterday had spread across the village. “When I learned about the news, I was at a loss of words. The volunteer doctors hope to see you too.” Betty said with a bright smile, tapping her shoulder firmly. Hearing this, Ada jumped to her feet with excitement. Undoubtedly, she had proved that she was not just a kid but a reliable person who can provide first-aid for someone in emergency. Betty added, “If you want, you are welcome to be an assistant for me, when someone in this village needs help next time.” The golden sunlight slid in Ada’s room, lighting her face as well as the future path for her to follow the dream of pursuing a medical career. 听力部分录音稿 Text 1 W: I think I'll run down to the classroom and take up a few things. M: But aren't we going to meet Mary at the library soon? She is expecting us at four o'clock. We only have five minutes left. Text 2 W: The report should be handed in on Monday. I'm such a terrible typist that I mayd never finish it. M: Would you like me to take over for a while? Text 3 M: I really enjoyed that TV special about dolphins last night. Did you get home in time to see it? W: Well, yes. But I wish I could have stayed awake long enough to see the whole thing. Text 4 W: What's the problem, Paul? M: I'm going to give a lecture about economics at a high school this afternoon, but I have no idea how I'm going to simplify some of the concepts for them. W: Why not consult Dr. Smith? He may give you some suggestions. M: Good idea. Text 5 M: I thought you would be picking up your sister to the airport. W: Oh, she called last night to say she had the flu. M: I am sorry to hear that. W: She's been better. Let's begin the conference. Text 6 W: Hey, Marcus! How is the job searching going? M: Not so great, actually. It's really discouraging. W: Why is that? M: I have submitted my applications to over ten places, but only got one interview. W: That is tough. How did the interview go? M: I was nervous and spoke really fast. Ultimately, they gave the job to someone with more experience. W: Well, just relax. You have to pass failure to meet up with success. M: Thank you so much. I wish the same as you say. Text 7 W: Peter, let's decide what we' ll see today. W: According to this guidebook, the Museum is open all day. The Castle is just open from one to five. I really want to visit the Art Gallery. They've got this wonderful painting by Rembrandt. M: What else should we see? W: Well, the guidebook says the Botanical Gardens are worth spending some time in. But the Art Gallery isn't open on Sundays, so we' ll have to go there today. M: Are all these places free or do we have to pay to go in? W: I think there's a charge for all of them except the Botanical Gardens. M: OK, let's see the painting you like first, then have lunch and go on to the Castle after that. Text 8 W: Hello everyone. This is Face-to-Face from Radio 1. With us today is the great tennis player Roger Federer. Welcome, Mr. Federer. M: Thank you for having me here. W: So, Mr. Federer, we all know that you retired at the age of 41. How long did your professional tennis career last? M: Well, I picked up tennis when I was 3 and turned professional at the age of 17. W: What's your most unforgettable match in your professional tennis career? M: It was the 2017 Australian Open. At that time, I hadn't trained for almost 6 months because of my severe knee injury. I received an operation and it took me a long time to recover. I hadn't expected that I would make it to the final and win my title. W: Amazing! How did you do that? M: I guess it was my firm belief and desire to win. As I always say, if you believe, you can go really far in your life. Text 9 M: Hi, Jessica. I'm really struggling with this term's workload. W: Have you considered making a study guide? It's a useful tool to take the stress out of studying. M: Sounds great. My main problem is that my study folder is full of notes and worksheets, and is totally disorganized. I don't know where to start. W: Okay. Well, the main thing is to have everything in order. Whatever you are reviewing, it's important that it's arranged for your particular needs of that subject and in the most user-friendly way you can. What kind of learner are you? M: I'm not sure. W: Well, visual learners prefer using images, colors and maps to organize information. Logical learners would rather use logic, reasoning and systems. I'm an emotional learner, which means I need to connect to information emotionally to understand it. M: Well, I'm very much dependent on vision as a way of taking in information. W: Then I suggest reorganizing your notes using colour-coded sections, and you' ll probably start to grasp information a lot quicker. Text 10 When all the animals of a species die out, the whole world loses. That creature is gone forever. Many people are worried about this happening to a large number of wild animals. They spend time campaigning to help preserve wildlife. One of the best-known preservationists is Caroline Smith. She is an attractive young woman who works for the National Grand Zoo. Caroline Smith's vast knowledge of animals makes her a frequent guest on TV talk shows. She has been on the "Kyrie Belle Show" over forty times. She explains common errors in thinking about wildlife. For example, gorillas aren't the violent, cruel and rude offenders they appear to be. They are really quite shy. Monkeys that smile aren't as happy as they seem. In fact, a monkey's ear-to-ear smile means "watch out". Snakes really help nature by eating harmful insects. So people should try to protect them. Caroline Smith hopes that once people understand animals better, they will do their best to preserve them. How lucky animals are to have a friend like Caroline Smith!