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泸州市高2022级第一次教学质量诊断性考试 英 语 本试卷分为试题卷和答题卡两部分，其中试题卷由第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）组成，共10页；答题卡共2页。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必在答题卡上将自己的学校、班级、姓名用0.5毫米黑色签字笔填写清楚，同时用2B铅笔将考号准确填涂在“考号”栏目内。 2．选择题使用2B铅笔填涂在答题卡对应题目标号的位置上，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后再选涂其它答案；非选择题用0.5毫米黑色签字笔书写在答题卡的对应框内，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。 3．考试结束后将答题卡收回。 第I卷（选择题，共95分） 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试题上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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。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. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is Tom doing? A. Beginning a journey. B. Giving an interview. C. Seeing Julie off. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 When will the woman return? A. At 5:30. B. At 6:00. C. At 6:30. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where are the speakers most probably? A. In a bar. B. In a cinema. C. At a restaurant. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the man trying to tell the woman? A. Being a lawyer is a good career choice. B. Teachers can always give good advice. C Achieving goals takes time and patience. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A TV show. B. A dinner party. C. Daily housework. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What will the weather be like tomorrow? A. Dry. B. Wet. C. Hot. 7. What will the man probably do tomorrow? A. Watch a movie. B. Visit the dentist. C. Hike in the Lake District. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What do we know about the woman’s journey? A. It is difficult. B. It is smooth. C. It is perfect. 9. Why is the woman in Edinburgh? A. To enjoy its weather. B. To care for her children. C. To attend a meeting. 10. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Travel agent and customer. B. Husband and wife. C. Co-workers. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. How did Ben often play when he was a child? A. With his parents. B. With his sisters. C. On his own. 12. What does Ben think of modern games? A. Funny. B. Amazing. C. Challenging. 13. What should children today do according to Ben? A. Play traditional games. B. Have more outdoor fun. C. Use phones and tablets. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Why did the man choose this type of dog? A. For its appearance. B. For its intelligence. C. For its physical ability. 15. Why was Max a problem when he was a puppy? A. He was very noisy. B. He chewed up the shoes. C. He was unfriendly to the kids. 16. What does Max need to keep happy? A. A good amount of exercise. B. New tricks to learn. C. Alone time. 17. What is the man doing in the end? A. Making requests. B. Giving suggestions. C. Raising questions. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 18. What is Cinema Chat? A. A new film. B. A TV program. C. A radio show. 19. When did Alex Martin make his first movie? A. In 2019. B. In 2010. C. In 2007. 20. Which film is Alex Martin probably most famous for? A. Rising Star. B. A Boy’s Dream. C. The Hero’s Journey. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Welcome to our museum, and let's explore the marine animals from the mysterious huge squid (鱿鱼) to the pram bug. These creatures are stranger than fiction. Vampire squid Despite their ill name, vampire squids are relatively small, growing up to about 12 inches in length. They have a body with webbing between their arms, giving them a cloak-like appearance. How did this gentle, deep-sea creature earn the fearsome name? German biologist Carl Chun first described the vampire squid in 1903. He named it "vampire squid from hell." Hoodwinker sunfish Unlike the vampire squid, the hoodwinker sunfish is a newly discovered species. The fish was first identified in 2017. It's known to mainly inhabit cold waters off the coasts of New Zealand, Australia, Chile, Peru, and South Africa. Sunfish can weigh 2,000 pounds and vary significantly in appearance within the same species and change the structure as they grow. Gulper eel Despite its slim body, the gulper eel's mouth can suddenly expand like a soap bubble, allowing it to spoon up much larger prey. Its large mouth allows it to swallow prey (猎物) whole, adapting well to the shortage of food in the deep ocean. However, the Gulper eel is also known as the pelican eel because of its spoon-like feeding method. Pram bug Pram bugs, known as Phronima, inhabit the twilight zone of oceans worldwide, typically 200 to 1,000 meters below the surface. The mother pram bug uses her crab-like front claws to eat out the salp’s insides, inhabit its shell and lay her eggs inside. Once she exits, she powers the salp (海参) forward like a pram, hence the name. 21. Which of the following creatures sounds frightening? A. Vampire squid. B. Hoodwinker sunfish. C. Gulper eel. D. Pram bug. 22. What do we know about the hoodwinker sunfish? A. It maintains the same appearance. B. It usually swallows prey whole. C It mainly lives in cold waters. D. It takes up shells as shelters. 23. What is the passage mainly about? A. Some fiction stories. B. Some ocean creatures. C. Some popular museums. D. Some new discoveries. B As an Olympic fan from a very young age, I have already got over my crush over any sporting “hero”. In my point of view, a “hero” may be unstable and forgotten as time passes by. But this time in Paris I think I have come across one. At the age of 61, Ni Xialian, the oldest table tennis player, never felt out of place in Paris. She had neat movements when taking advantage, and flexible leaps to relieve her emotions when losing a point. The former Chinese world champion paddler, now representing Luxembourg, gave out her full strength against her much younger opponent from her home country — 23-year-old Sun Yingsha. Ni wrapped up her sixth Olympic appearance with a defeat of 0-4 to the current world No.1.She emotionally acknowledged to the respectful crowd. She said at the after-match interview that her dream had come true to play again at the Olympics and compete with the world's top player. Before facing Sun at the opposite side of the table, “Aunt Ni” gave no destination when she was invited to serve as a training partner to China's eventual mixed doubles champions Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin. It's right before their face-off with a DPRK pair in the final game. Ni's technique is similar to that of the DPRK's female player. Throughout Sun and Ni’s match, the CCTV commentators (评论员) kept referring to Ni as “Master Ni” instead of using her full name. By doing this, they showed respect for her contribution to China's table tennis at her career peak and also for her enduring efforts in promoting the sport in Europe and around the world. Not representing China though, Ni is still winning her home country's hearts. I believe she will always be cherished by China and the sport because the Olympics and its fans are increasingly inclusive. 24. What mainly made Ni Xialian highlight in Paris? A. Her young opponent. B. Her advanced age. C. Her professional performance. D. Her after-match interview. 25. Which word can best replace the underlined word “destination” in Paragraph 4? A. Refusal. B. Disbelief. C. Response. D. Proposal. 26. Why was Ni Xialian called “Master Ni”? A. To meet fans' expectations. B. To express admiration for her. C. To identify her from other athletes. D. To stress her advantage in the game. 27. What can we learn from the passage? A. The author hoped Ni still represented China. B. Ni Xialian has attended six Olympic games. C. The author came to Paris to meet a hero. D. Ni Xialian defeated a DPRK player. C “Who are you?” asked two men to a third person who had just interrupted their conversation onstage. “I am a national treasure,” he replied with pride and a smile. “A ‘national treasure’? You are...Meng Lan, or Huahua?” they responded uncertainly. That drew a sound of laughing from the audience, for Meng Lan and Huahua are two famous giant pandas, whose photos and videos have become an internet hit. The dialogue was even funnier because it was inserted(插入) into a play about ancient history titled Joyful Songs in Flourishing Age, recently presented at the National Museum of China. The play’s creators said they added in bits of contemporary culture to make it lively and more relatable to today’s audiences. The primary inspiration for the performance also was a figure of fun — an ancient pottery (陶器) statue of a comedian beating a drum. The 56-centimeter-tall statue is characterized by his wide smile and a lively position — he holds a flat drum with one arm and a drumstick in the opposite hand, and he raises a leg in a noticeable movement. The museum’s purpose in hosting the play was to cooperate with other cultural and educational institutions to bring old cultural objects to life. The show was meant to help more people learn not only about the clay figure itself, but also about ancient Chinese art and culture. “The music and many other kinds of Baixi performing arts have been put into the plot.” Yang, a professor at the Communication University of China, says producing the play inspired great creativity among her cooperators and the production was an exploratory effort of the museum to bring about the various presentation of their collections. While they asked for help from researchers at the National Museum of China for historical details, they also added elements of imagination and, especially, pop culture, such as rap and the giant panda craze, to enrich the dialogue and singing and to help people relate to the show. 28. What does “a national treasure” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A. A pottery statue. B. An Internet video. C. A panda. D. A performance. 29. Why was the dialogue put into the play? A. To attract younger audiences. B. To make a deeper conversation. C. To conduct a simpler discussion. D. To achieve a better understanding. 30. What does Professor Yang think of the show? A. It gets a museum famous again. B. It is a popular talent play. C. It results from a creative exploration. D. It is short of imaginative ideas. 31. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Ancient History Enters University Courses B. Cultural Objects Carry Various Musical Elements C. Creativity Is Needed to Make a Lively Communication D. Modern Humor Is Used to Introduce Ancient Art and Culture D A study has found that a man’s facial hair can significantly impact how he is perceived (感知) by others. The research, conducted by a team at McMaster University,revealed that clean-shaven men are considered up to three times more trustworthy than those with beards. In fact, a mere 13% of participants in the study viewed facial hair as a sign of trustworthiness. However, the researchers also discovered that facial hair influences perceived attractiveness as well. Individuals with facial hair were viewed as less attractive by another sex. Specifically, men with less facial hair were rated as the most attractive by women and were preferred for both short-term and long-term relationships. Additionally, the study suggests that females may prefer males who can grow a beard because it shows physical maturity. But they tend to dislike full beards as those are seen as signs of low levels of safety, which stands in line with previous research. Furthermore, the researchers found that an aggressive appearance is negatively connected with trustworthiness. To test this, they had participants play a series of economic games for real money. Some of the opponents' faces were digitally changed to appear either more or less wide. This is a known sign of aggression and trustworthiness. The results showed that participants were more likely to trust men with narrower faces than those with wider faces. Since beards can give the image of a wider jawline, this suggests that bearded men are perceived as less trustworthy. This is the first study to directly research the influence of facial hair on judgments of trustworthiness. The study's findings conclude that by simply growing a beard, men may be decreasing how trustworthy they are to others. While the sample size was relatively small, with only 21 university students participating, the researchers believe the results have important applications. They suggest that men seeking to appear more trustworthy, such as in professional or leadership roles, may benefit from maintaining a clean-shaven appearance. 32. Which aspect of facial hair does the research mainly center on? A Its advantage. B. Its character. C. Its difference. D. Its influence. 33. How did the researchers carry out their test? A. They played with real money. B. They made use of some games. C. They analyzed economic situations. D. They replaced most opponents' faces. 34. What type of men can appeal to women most according to the passage? A. With full beards. B. With few beards. C. With clean-shaven faces. D. With wider jawlines. 35. Which of the following may the author most agree with? A. Leaders should enhance their professional standards. B. Researchers should do more studies on trustworthiness. C. Female secretaries should dress up for more trustworthiness. D. Male interviewees should pay close attention to their images. 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。 The following will tell you how to write your own songs and poems, which convey your message and help people connect with your music. Use stream of consciousness exercises. Stream of consciousness writing is where you just write and keep writing: just write everything that comes into your head. Do your exercises every day to help you brainstorm. ____36____ Look at existing songs and poems. Look at popular songs and poems that are known for great lyrics to get inspiration. ____37____, and you can learn about them a lot from thinking about what makes a good one or a bad one. Look for the kinds of things they talk about, how they talk about them, what rhymes they use, the rhythm of the lyrics (歌词), etc. ____38____. Decide what type of music you want to write, and figure out what types of lyrics you like and dislike. It’s really up to you what kind of music you want to write. Keep writing to get to the good stuff. Get a journal and be ready to write down a lot of stuff. Write as much as you can until you feel it is finished or ready to be set aside. Don’t worry if what you’re putting down on paper doesn’t look like a song at first. ____39____. Lyric writing may go through stages. Write all the time. Write about your feelings, the world around you, a person or a thing that matters to you. This is to help you find the words most worthy of a song, or a poem. ____40____. Or even have an emotion. A shopping list could be poetic if done right. A. You will be able to shape it later B. It’s good to develop your own style C. It doesn’t have to always be depressing D. This will help your listeners relate to you E. Follow your own opinions on what to write F. In time, this may help you write better lyrics G. Study your favorites and consider why you like them 第三部分 语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 On his day off, Vernon Jackson still goes to work, opening up his barber shop for special children. Jackson thinks an empty shop can____41____ some children who are sensitive to new environments and sounds. He is aimed to help the children get____42____to the barber shop so they can feel comfortable coming in when other____43____and clients are there. And not only does he work on his day off, he does it____44____. “When I first started promoting this idea for children with____45____ needs, a friend of mine just randomly emailed me, ‘Hey Vern, can I____46____a haircut?’” Jackson told CBS News. Then more and more people asked to donate money for____47____and Jackson started a GoFundMe page. He____48____the free haircuts the Gifted Program. “There are____49____that would pay any amount of money just for their child to have an experience. But at the end of it, I would tell them ‘It’s ______50______,’ and this is part of the program — a gift. Please______51______it.” Jackson said. Jackson already has______52______that come to him from other cities in Ohio, and he hopes to______53______the money he raises towards travel, so he can______54______free haircuts to more children. “It’s really a beautiful______55______,” he added. “This allows me to love to my fullest capacity and to see what happens when I do.” 41. A. benefit B. educate C. control D. distinguish 42. A. addicted B. adapted C. admitted D. exposed 43 A. crowds B. performers C. viewers D. employees 44 A. in pain B. in secret C. for pleasure D. for free 45. A. special B. general C. medical D. financial 46. A. purchase B. operate C. sponsor D. select 47. A. shops B. haircuts C. trips D. facilities 48. A. calls B. describes C. records D. announces 49. A. businessmen B. parents C. tourists D. colleagues 50. A. drawn B. spent C. paid D. achieved 51. A. accept B. package C. store D. admire 52. A. barbers B. customers C. volunteers D. reporters 53. A. classify B. increase C. invest D. put 54. A. introduce B. represent C. offer D. return 55. A. adventure B. combination C. scenery D. experience 第II卷（非选择题，共55分） 注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 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。 Devoted to improving healthcare in less-developed regions, Lu Shengmei, 80 years old, ____56____ (receive) the national honorary title of People’s Health Worker on Sunday. Lu spearheaded efforts to promote safer childbirth practice in Jiaxian county, including ____57____ (establish) the first independent pediatrics (儿科) department at the People’s Hospital of Jiaxian. When Lu first arrived in the county deep in the mountains in Shaanxi in 1968, she was ____58____ 24-year-old graduate from one of the top medical schools in Beijing. Initially, she was frustrated by the desolate landscape and broken-down facilities. But ____59____ truly twisted her heart at that time,she said, was the backward and dangerous practices of local midwives and the hardships faced by expectant mothers and ____60____ (newborn) in Jiaxian. Many questioned her ____61____ (decide) to work in the mountainous county. A native of Beijing, Lu said that her family members tried several times to persuade her ____62____ (return) to the capital. Her instructors also offered to help her transfer to larger urban hospitals. “Having witnessed the lack of doctors and medicines in Jiaxian, I believed that I ____63____ (need) there more than anywhere else,” she said. After retirement, she continued to provide free medical suggestions____64____a volunteer and formed a local volunteer association comprising seniors and retirees like her. “I see myself as a kite, and whenever a patient in need pulls on the string, I _____65_____ (instant) fly to their direction,” she said. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 66. 假定你将参加学校组织的英语征文比赛，主题是“Our Land, Our Future”。请你用英语写一篇短文，内容包括： 1.土地的重要性； 2.保护土地的建议。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Our Land, Our Future ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） 67. 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。 In a quiet little town, there was a small park where children would laugh and play. In the center of this park stood a wooden swing set. Among the children, a nine-year-old girl named Lily had a special bond with this swing. Every day after school, she would rush to the park, her backpack bouncing against her back, and spend hours soaring through the air, her laughter mingling with the wind. Lily's best friend, Ethan, was a boy who lived next door. They were inseparable, sharing secrets,dreams, and endless adventures. Often, you would find them on those swings,their feet barely touching the ground, their imaginations taking them far beyond the confines of the playground. They dreamed of becoming astronauts, traveling to outer space, and discovering new worlds together. One sunny afternoon, Lily tested the limits of the swing. With a determined push,Ethan soared high,feeling the thrill as the swing reached its top. "Look, Lily! I'm flying!" Ethan shouted, his laughter ringing through the air. But not far from the park, his parents watched them with great concerns. There was an uneasy tension growing. When Ethan came down from the swing, his parents rushed to the swing and took him home immediately. Later that evening, Lily cried on the couch, her tears staining the fabric. "Mom, Ethan said he would not play with me anymore. Why?" she asked, worry pooling in her blue eyes. Her mother took a deep breath, but the words seemed to be trapped in her throat. "I'm not sure, sweetie. He... He might be leaving for a while.” Days turned into weeks, and the park felt emptier without Ethan's laughter. Each swing back and forth felt like a reminder of their vanished adventures. With every passing day, Lily's heart sank deeper into confusion and sorrow. She hoped that he would return, refusing to accept that he might not come back again. 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。 Paragraph 1 Eventually, Lily decided to write a letter to him. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2 The next day, Ethan showed up in the park as expected. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 泸州市高2022级第一次教学质量诊断性考试 英 语 本试卷分为试题卷和答题卡两部分，其中试题卷由第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）组成，共10页；答题卡共2页。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 注意事项： 1．答题前，考生务必在答题卡上将自己的学校、班级、姓名用0.5毫米黑色签字笔填写清楚，同时用2B铅笔将考号准确填涂在“考号”栏目内。 2．选择题使用2B铅笔填涂在答题卡对应题目标号的位置上，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后再选涂其它答案；非选择题用0.5毫米黑色签字笔书写在答题卡的对应框内，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。 3．考试结束后将答题卡收回。 第I卷（选择题，共95分） 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试题上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 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。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. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What is Tom doing? A. Beginning a journey. B. Giving an interview. C. Seeing Julie off. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】W: OK, Tom, it looks like my bus is here now. M: Thanks so much for coming to see me off, Julie. I should be back on Friday, all being well. W: Have a safe trip. We’ll catch up then and you can tell me how the interview went. 2. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 When will the woman return? A. At 5:30. B. At 6:00. C. At 6:30. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】W: Excuse me, do you have a table for one? M: I'm sorry madam. It's only 5:30. We don’t open for another half an hour. W: Oh, I didn't realize. OK, well I'll go for a walk around the shops and come back in an hour. 3. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 Where are the speakers most probably? A. In a bar. B. In a cinema. C. At a restaurant. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】W: Excuse me, can you turn down the music a bit please? I can’t hear myself talking to my friend. M: I am sorry, but the sound system is controlled by the central unit. Would you like to move outside to a quieter location? W: OK, sure. 4. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What will the man trying to tell the woman? A. Being a lawyer is a good career choice. B. Teachers can always give good advice. C. Achieving goals takes time and patience. 【答案】C 【解析】 【原文】M: My teachers used to tell me, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Remember this saying while you're making the effort to create a better future. Your mother and I did the same on our slow path toward becoming lawyers. W: You’re right, Dad. Thanks. 5. 【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A TV show. B. A dinner party. C. Daily housework. 【答案】A 【解析】 【原文】M: Zoe, hurry up, your favorite show is about to start. You’re going to miss the start. W: OK, don’t worry. I’m just putting the dinner plates away. Won’t be a minute. M: The opening titles are coming on now. Hurry up. Bring something to eat while we’re watching. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 6. What will the weather be like tomorrow? A. Dry. B. Wet. C. Hot. 7. What will the man probably do tomorrow? A. Watch a movie. B. Visit the dentist. C. Hike in the Lake District. 【答案】6. B 7. A 【解析】 【原文】M: It’s too hot and dry these days. Have you seen the weather forecast for tomorrow? W: Yes, they’re predicting heavy rain all day. It’s gonna be cool, for sure. M: Oh, I was planning to go walking in the Lake District. W: Oh no, that’s a shame. Walking in the rain isn’t fun. M: Yes, I'm not sure what to do now. Maybe I should postpone the trip. W: That might be a good idea. What will you do instead? M: Perhaps I’ll go to the cinema. There’s a new film I wanted to see. W: That sounds like a better plan. I’m off to the dentist right now. M: Oh, good luck with that. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 8. What do we know about the woman’s journey? A. It is difficult. B. It is smooth. C. It is perfect. 9. Why is the woman in Edinburgh? A. To enjoy its weather. B. To care for her children. C. To attend a meeting. 10. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Travel agent and customer. B. Husband and wife. C. Co-workers. 【答案】8. B 9. C 10. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Honey, it’s me. I just wanted to let you know I’ve arrived safely in Edinburgh. M: That’s great to hear. How was the journey, dear? W: It was good. There was a slight delay between London and Birmingham but the train was comfortable. M: I’m glad to hear that. Did you get the snacks I packed for you? W: Yes, thank you so much. They were perfect for the trip. M: Well, how’s the weather up there? W: It’s a bit cold, but not too bad. How’s everything back home? M: It’s fine. Just the usual. The kids miss you and so does the cat. W: I miss them too. I’ll call again later to let you know how things are going at the conference. M: Yes, do that. Enjoy your time there and take care. W: Will do. Thanks again for everything, honey. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 11. How did Ben often play when he was a child? A. With his parents. B. With his sisters. C. On his own. 12. What does Ben think of modern games? A. Funny. B. Amazing. C. Challenging. 13. What should children today do according to Ben? A. Play traditional games. B. Have more outdoor fun. C. Use phones and tablets. 【答案】11. C 12. C 13. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Hi, Ben. Do you remember the things you used to play with when you were a kid? M: Hi, Rachel. Yes, of course. Being an only child, I often had to entertain myself. I had a toy castle with little soldiers. I used to love them. W: I used to play with my sisters. We loved playing tag and hide and seek. M: Those were the best. Do you think any kids still play those same games? W: Not as much. I see them more on their phones and tablets now. Some of the modern games they play are pretty amazing. M: I’ve tried a few and they’re really difficult, but young people seem to have no problems with them. W: Do you think they’re better or worse than the things we entertained ourselves with? M: I think both have their good points. Technology is great, but kids today are missing out on our outdoor fun. W: Yes, running around and playing outside was so much fun. In the summer, I used to go out in the morning and my parents wouldn’t see me until the evening. 听下面一段长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 14. Why did the man choose this type of dog? A. For its appearance. B. For its intelligence. C. For its physical ability. 15. Why was Max a problem when he was a puppy? A. He was very noisy. B. He chewed up the shoes. C. He was unfriendly to the kids. 16. What does Max need to keep happy? A. A good amount of exercise. B. New tricks to learn. C. Alone time. 17. What is the man doing in the end? A. Making requests. B. Giving suggestions. C. Raising questions. 【答案】14. C 15. B 16. A 17. B 【解析】 【原文】W: Hi there. Your dog is beautiful. What kind is he? M: Hi. Thanks. He’s a Border Collie. W: Oh, I’ve heard they’re really clever. Why did you choose that type? M: Well, yes, they’re very intelligent. I got Max because I wanted an active dog that could keep up with my outdoor lifestyle. I love walking and running, and these dogs are perfect for that. W: What do you like most about him? M: His energy and intelligence are amazing. Max learns new tricks so quickly. He’s also very loyal and great with my kids. W: Are there any challenges? M: You have to keep these dogs interested. If they get bored, they can become destructive. Max chewed up a few shoes when he was a puppy because he wasn’t getting enough exercise. W: How do you keep him entertained now? M: I make sure he gets plenty of exercise every day. We go for long walks. It keeps him happy and out of trouble. W: That sounds like a lot of work. Is there anything you want to say to someone thinking of getting a dog like that? M: Make sure you have enough time to dedicate yourself to them. They’re not the type of dog you can leave alone for long periods. They need activities to stay happy. Also, start training early. It makes a huge difference. W: Max is lucky to have such a caring owner. 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】 18. What is Cinema Chat? A. A new film. B. A TV program. C. A radio show. 19. When did Alex Martin make his first movie? A. In 2019. B. In 2010. C. In 2007. 20. Which film is Alex Martin probably most famous for? A. Rising Star. B. A Boy’s Dream. C. The Hero’s Journey. 【答案】18. B 19. C 20. A 【解析】 【原文】M: Good evening, viewers. Welcome to Cinema Chat, the show where we bring you the latest movie news and interviews with your favorite stars. Tonight, we have a very special guest. He’s a talented actor who has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. His new film, The Hero’s Journey, has just been released and is already receiving great reviews. But let’s take a moment to look back at his amazing career. He began acting when he was just 10 years old. He made his first film appearance in a role in the 2007 film A Boy’s Dream, where he played a young boy with big ambitions. That film not only showed his incredible talent but also set the stage for his future success. Five years ago, he starred in Rising Star, the film that made him a household name. It’s a film that many of us still love and watch over and over again. Today, he’s here to talk about his journey from being a child actor to becoming one of the most respected actors in the industry. Please join me in welcoming the one and only Alex Martin. Alex, thank you so much for being here with us tonight. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Welcome to our museum, and let's explore the marine animals from the mysterious huge squid (鱿鱼) to the pram bug. These creatures are stranger than fiction. Vampire squid Despite their ill name, vampire squids are relatively small, growing up to about 12 inches in length. They have a body with webbing between their arms, giving them a cloak-like appearance. How did this gentle, deep-sea creature earn the fearsome name? German biologist Carl Chun first described the vampire squid in 1903. He named it "vampire squid from hell." Hoodwinker sunfish Unlike the vampire squid, the hoodwinker sunfish is a newly discovered species. The fish was first identified in 2017. It's known to mainly inhabit cold waters off the coasts of New Zealand, Australia, Chile, Peru, and South Africa. Sunfish can weigh 2,000 pounds and vary significantly in appearance within the same species and change the structure as they grow. Gulper eel Despite its slim body, the gulper eel's mouth can suddenly expand like a soap bubble, allowing it to spoon up much larger prey. Its large mouth allows it to swallow prey (猎物) whole, adapting well to the shortage of food in the deep ocean. However, the Gulper eel is also known as the pelican eel because of its spoon-like feeding method. Pram bug Pram bugs, known as Phronima, inhabit the twilight zone of oceans worldwide, typically 200 to 1,000 meters below the surface. The mother pram bug uses her crab-like front claws to eat out the salp’s insides, inhabit its shell and lay her eggs inside. Once she exits, she powers the salp (海参) forward like a pram, hence the name. 21. Which of the following creatures sounds frightening? A. Vampire squid. B. Hoodwinker sunfish. C. Gulper eel. D. Pram bug. 22. What do we know about the hoodwinker sunfish? A. It maintains the same appearance. B. It usually swallows prey whole. C. It mainly lives in cold waters. D. It takes up shells as shelters. 23. What is the passage mainly about? A. Some fiction stories. B. Some ocean creatures. C. Some popular museums. D. Some new discoveries. 【答案】21. A 22. C 23. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了四种海洋生物，包括吸血鱿鱼、翻车鱼、吞噬鳗鱼以及鳕鱼。 【21题详解】 细节理解题。根据Vampire squid中“Despite their ill name, vampire squids are relatively small, growing up to about 12 inches in length. They have a body with webbing between their arms, giving them a cloak-like appearance. How did this gentle, deep-sea creature earn the fearsome name? German biologist Carl Chun first described the vampire squid in 1903.( 尽管它们的名字不好，但吸血鱿鱼相对较小，长度可达12英寸左右。它们的手臂之间有织带，使它们看起来像斗篷一样。这种温和的深海生物是如何获得这个可怕的名字的？德国生物学家Carl Chun在1903年首次描述了吸血鱿鱼)”可知，吸血鱿鱼听起来很可怕。故选A项。 【22题详解】 细节理解题。根据Hoodwinker sunfish中“It's known to mainly inhabit cold waters off the coasts of New Zealand, Australia, Chile, Peru, and South Africa.(众所周知，它主要栖息在新西兰、澳大利亚、智利、秘鲁和南非海岸的寒冷水域)”可知，翻车鱼主要生活在寒冷的水域。故选C项。 【23题详解】 主旨大意题。根据文章大意以及第一段“Welcome to our museum, and let's explore the marine animals from the mysterious huge squid (鱿鱼) to the pram bug. These creatures are stranger than fiction.( 欢迎来到我们的博物馆，让我们一起探索从神秘的大鱿鱼到鳕鱼的海洋动物。这些生物比小说更奇怪)”可知，本文主要讲述了一些海洋生物。故选B项。 B As an Olympic fan from a very young age, I have already got over my crush over any sporting “hero”. In my point of view, a “hero” may be unstable and forgotten as time passes by. But this time in Paris I think I have come across one. At the age of 61, Ni Xialian, the oldest table tennis player, never felt out of place in Paris. She had neat movements when taking advantage, and flexible leaps to relieve her emotions when losing a point. The former Chinese world champion paddler, now representing Luxembourg, gave out her full strength against her much younger opponent from her home country — 23-year-old Sun Yingsha. Ni wrapped up her sixth Olympic appearance with a defeat of 0-4 to the current world No.1.She emotionally acknowledged to the respectful crowd. She said at the after-match interview that her dream had come true to play again at the Olympics and compete with the world's top player. Before facing Sun at the opposite side of the table, “Aunt Ni” gave no destination when she was invited to serve as a training partner to China's eventual mixed doubles champions Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin. It's right before their face-off with a DPRK pair in the final game. Ni's technique is similar to that of the DPRK's female player. Throughout Sun and Ni’s match, the CCTV commentators (评论员) kept referring to Ni as “Master Ni” instead of using her full name. By doing this, they showed respect for her contribution to China's table tennis at her career peak and also for her enduring efforts in promoting the sport in Europe and around the world. Not representing China though, Ni is still winning her home country's hearts. I believe she will always be cherished by China and the sport because the Olympics and its fans are increasingly inclusive. 24. What mainly made Ni Xialian highlight in Paris? A. Her young opponent. B. Her advanced age. C. Her professional performance. D. Her after-match interview. 25. Which word can best replace the underlined word “destination” in Paragraph 4? A. Refusal. B. Disbelief. C. Response. D. Proposal. 26. Why was Ni Xialian called “Master Ni”? A. To meet fans' expectations. B. To express admiration for her. C. To identify her from other athletes. D. To stress her advantage in the game. 27. What can we learn from the passage? A. The author hoped Ni still represented China. B. Ni Xialian has attended six Olympic games. C. The author came to Paris to meet a hero. D. Ni Xialian defeated a DPRK player. 【答案】24. C 25. A 26. B 27. B 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者作为一名奥运迷，在巴黎奥运会上遇到了61岁的倪夏莲，倪夏莲是前中国乒乓球世界冠军，现在代表卢森堡参加比赛，倪夏莲在比赛中的表现和赛后采访让作者深受感动，倪夏莲将永远被中国和这项运动珍惜。 【24题详解】 推理判断题。根据第二段“At the age of 61, Ni Xialian, the oldest table tennis player, never felt out of place in Paris. She had neat movements when taking advantage, and flexible leaps to relieve her emotions when losing a point. The former Chinese world champion paddler, now representing Luxembourg, gave out her full strength against her much younger opponent from her home country — 23-year-old Sun Yingsha.(61岁的倪夏莲，这位年纪最大的乒乓球运动员，在巴黎从未感到不适应。她在占上风时动作利落，在失分时灵活地跳跃以缓解情绪。这位前中国世界冠军，现在代表卢森堡参赛，在面对比她年轻得多的选手——23岁的中国选手孙颖莎，她发挥了全力)”可推知，倪夏莲在巴黎的主要高光时刻是她的专业表现。故选C项。 【25题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第二段的“  The former Chinese world champion paddler, now representing Luxembourg, gave out her full strength against her much younger opponent from her home country — 23-year-old Sun Yingsha.(这位前中国世界游泳冠军，现在代表卢森堡参赛，在面对比她年轻得多的中国对手——23岁的孙颖莎时，她发挥了全力。)”和第四段中“Before facing Sun at the opposite side of the table, “Aunt Ni” gave no destination when she was invited to serve as a training partner to China's eventual mixed doubles champions Sun Yingsha and Wang Chuqin. It's right before their face-off with a DPRK pair in the final game. Ni's technique is similar to that of the DPRK's female player.(在面对孙颖莎之前，当“倪阿姨”被邀请作为中国混双冠军孙颖莎和王楚钦的训练搭档时，她没有destination。就在他们与朝鲜组合的最后一场比赛之前。倪的技术与朝鲜女选手相似。)”并结合常识可知，倪夏莲被邀请成为中国混双冠军孙颖莎和王楚钦的训练搭档，她没有透露自己代表卢森堡参赛的目的地，因此推断她没有拒绝。由此可知，代替第四段中划线的“destination”的词是refusal“回应”。故选A项。 【26题详解】 推理判断题。根据倒数第二段“Throughout Sun and Ni’s match, the CCTV commentators (评论员) kept referring to Ni as “Master Ni” instead of using her full name. By doing this, they showed respect for her contribution to China's table tennis at her career peak and also for her enduring efforts in promoting the sport in Europe and around the world.(在整个比赛过程中，央视评论员一直称她为“倪师傅”，而不是她的全名。通过这样做，他们对她在职业生涯巅峰时期为中国乒乓球事业所做的贡献以及她在欧洲和世界各地推广这项运动的长期努力表示敬意)”可推知，称倪夏莲为“倪师傅”是为了表达对她的钦佩。故选B项。 【27题详解】 细节理解题。根据第三段中“Ni wrapped up her sixth Olympic appearance with a defeat of 0-4 to the current world No.1.(倪夏莲以0-4不敌目前世界排名第一的选手结束了她第六次参加奥运会的比赛)”可知，倪夏莲参加了六届奥运会。故选B项。 C “Who are you?” asked two men to a third person who had just interrupted their conversation onstage. “I am a national treasure,” he replied with pride and a smile. “A ‘national treasure’? You are...Meng Lan, or Huahua?” they responded uncertainly. That drew a sound of laughing from the audience, for Meng Lan and Huahua are two famous giant pandas, whose photos and videos have become an internet hit. The dialogue was even funnier because it was inserted(插入) into a play about ancient history titled Joyful Songs in Flourishing Age, recently presented at the National Museum of China. The play’s creators said they added in bits of contemporary culture to make it lively and more relatable to today’s audiences. The primary inspiration for the performance also was a figure of fun — an ancient pottery (陶器) statue of a comedian beating a drum. The 56-centimeter-tall statue is characterized by his wide smile and a lively position — he holds a flat drum with one arm and a drumstick in the opposite hand, and he raises a leg in a noticeable movement. The museum’s purpose in hosting the play was to cooperate with other cultural and educational institutions to bring old cultural objects to life. The show was meant to help more people learn not only about the clay figure itself, but also about ancient Chinese art and culture. “The music and many other kinds of Baixi performing arts have been put into the plot.” Yang, a professor at the Communication University of China, says producing the play inspired great creativity among her cooperators and the production was an exploratory effort of the museum to bring about the various presentation of their collections. While they asked for help from researchers at the National Museum of China for historical details, they also added elements of imagination and, especially, pop culture, such as rap and the giant panda craze, to enrich the dialogue and singing and to help people relate to the show. 28. What does “a national treasure” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A. A pottery statue. B. An Internet video. C. A panda. D. A performance. 29. Why was the dialogue put into the play? A. To attract younger audiences. B. To make a deeper conversation. C. To conduct a simpler discussion. D. To achieve a better understanding. 30 What does Professor Yang think of the show? A. It gets a museum famous again. B. It is a popular talent play. C. It results from a creative exploration. D. It is short of imaginative ideas. 31. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Ancient History Enters University Courses B. Cultural Objects Carry Various Musical Elements C. Creativity Is Needed to Make a Lively Communication D. Modern Humor Is Used to Introduce Ancient Art and Culture 【答案】28. C 29. D 30. C 31. D 【解析】 【导语】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了中国国家博物馆上演了一部历史剧——《盛世欢歌》，将古代元素和当代文化生动地融合在一起，让人们更好地理解古代艺术和文化。 【28题详解】 词句猜测题。根据第一段中的““I am a national treasure,” he replied with pride and a smile. “A ‘national treasure’? You are...Meng Lan, or Huahua?” they responded uncertainly.(“我是国宝，”他自豪地笑着回答。“‘国宝’？你是……萌兰，还是花花？”他们不确定地回答)”和第二段“That drew a sound of laughing from the audience, for Meng Lan and Huahua are two famous giant pandas, whose photos and videos have become an internet hit.(这引起了观众的笑声，因为萌兰和花花是两只著名的大熊猫，它们的照片和视频在互联网上大受欢迎)”可推出，“a national treasure”指的是大熊猫。故选C。 【29题详解】 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“The dialogue was even funnier because it was inserted (插入) into a play about ancient history titled Joyful Songs in Flourishing Age, recently presented at the National Museum of China. The play’s creators said they added in bits of contemporary culture to make it lively and more relatable to today’s audiences.(这段对话更有趣，因为它被插入了一部关于古代历史的戏剧《盛世欢歌》中，该剧最近在中国国家博物馆上演。该剧的创作者表示，他们加入了一些当代文化元素，使其更加生动，更贴近当今的观众)”可知，这段对话被加进了这部剧中，让这部剧更加生动，贴近当今的观众。由此推知，这样做有助于让观众更好地理解。故选D。 【30题详解】 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Yang, a professor at the Communication University of China, says producing the play inspired great creativity among her cooperators and the production was an exploratory effort of the museum to bring about the various presentation of their collections.(杨是中国传媒大学的一名教授，她说，制作这部戏剧激发了合作者的巨大创造力，这部作品是博物馆为展示他们的藏品所做的探索性努力)”可知，这部剧激发了合作者的巨大创造力，展示了博物馆的探索性努力。由此可知，这部剧源自创造性的探索。故选C。 【31题详解】 主旨大意题。根据第三段中的“The dialogue was even funnier because it was inserted (插入) into a play about ancient history titled Joyful Songs in Flourishing Age, recently presented at the National Museum of China. The play’s creators said they added in bits of contemporary culture to make it lively and more relatable to today’s audiences.(这段对话更有趣，因为它被插入了一部关于古代历史的戏剧《盛世欢歌》中，该剧最近在中国国家博物馆上演。该剧的创作者表示，他们加入了一些当代文化元素，使其更加生动，更贴近当今的观众)”、第四段中的“The museum’s purpose in hosting the play was to cooperate with other cultural and educational institutions to bring old cultural objects to life. The show was meant to help more people learn not only about the clay figure itself, but also about ancient Chinese art and culture.(博物馆举办该剧的目的是与其他文化和教育机构合作，让古老的文物栩栩如生。这部剧旨在帮助更多的人不仅了解泥塑本身，还了解中国古代艺术和文化)”并结合全文内容可知，本文用关于国宝的笑话引出古代历史剧《盛世欢歌》，讲述了这部剧让古代文物生动地展现给人们，让人们了解中国古代艺术和文化。由此可知，D项“用现代笑话来介绍古代艺术和文化”适合作本文标题。故选D。 D A study has found that a man’s facial hair can significantly impact how he is perceived (感知) by others. The research, conducted by a team at McMaster University,revealed that clean-shaven men are considered up to three times more trustworthy than those with beards. In fact, a mere 13% of participants in the study viewed facial hair as a sign of trustworthiness. However, the researchers also discovered that facial hair influences perceived attractiveness as well. Individuals with facial hair were viewed as less attractive by another sex. Specifically, men with less facial hair were rated as the most attractive by women and were preferred for both short-term and long-term relationships. Additionally, the study suggests that females may prefer males who can grow a beard because it shows physical maturity. But they tend to dislike full beards as those are seen as signs of low levels of safety, which stands in line with previous research. Furthermore, the researchers found that an aggressive appearance is negatively connected with trustworthiness. To test this, they had participants play a series of economic games for real money. Some of the opponents' faces were digitally changed to appear either more or less wide. This is a known sign of aggression and trustworthiness. The results showed that participants were more likely to trust men with narrower faces than those with wider faces. Since beards can give the image of a wider jawline, this suggests that bearded men are perceived as less trustworthy. This is the first study to directly research the influence of facial hair on judgments of trustworthiness. The study's findings conclude that by simply growing a beard, men may be decreasing how trustworthy they are to others. While the sample size was relatively small, with only 21 university students participating, the researchers believe the results have important applications. They suggest that men seeking to appear more trustworthy, such as in professional or leadership roles, may benefit from maintaining a clean-shaven appearance. 32. Which aspect of facial hair does the research mainly center on? A. Its advantage. B. Its character. C. Its difference. D. Its influence. 33. How did the researchers carry out their test? A. They played with real money. B. They made use of some games. C. They analyzed economic situations. D. They replaced most opponents' faces. 34. What type of men can appeal to women most according to the passage? A. With full beards. B. With few beards. C. With clean-shaven faces. D. With wider jawlines. 35. Which of the following may the author most agree with? A. Leaders should enhance their professional standards. B. Researchers should do more studies on trustworthiness. C. Female secretaries should dress up for more trustworthiness. D. Male interviewees should pay close attention to their images. 【答案】32. D 33. B 34. B 35. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一项研究发现，男性的面部毛发会显著影响他人对他的看法。 【32题详解】 细节理解题。根据第一段中“A study has found that a man’s facial hair can significantly impact how he is perceived(感知) by others.(一项研究发现，男性的面部毛发会显著影响他人对他的看法)”可知，这项研究主要针对的是面部毛发的影响。故选D项。 【33题详解】 细节理解题。根据第四段中“To test this, they had participants play a series of economic games for real money.(为了验证这一点，他们让参与者玩了一系列的经济游戏来换取真钱)”可知，研究人员利用了一些游戏来进行测试。故选B项。 【34题详解】 细节理解题。根据第二段中“Specifically, men with less facial hair were rated as the most attractive by women and were preferred for both short-term and long-term relationships.(具体来说，面部毛发较少的男性被女性认为最有吸引力，在短期和长期关系中都更受青睐)”可知，胡子很少的男人最能吸引女人。故选B项。 【35题详解】 推理判断题。根据最后一段“While the sample size was relatively small, with only 21 university students participating, the researchers believe the results have important applications. They suggest that men seeking to appear more trustworthy, such as in professional or leadership roles, may benefit from maintaining a clean-shaven appearance.(虽然样本量相对较小，只有21名大学生参与，但研究人员认为，研究结果具有重要的应用价值。他们建议，想要显得更值得信赖的男性，比如在专业领域或领导岗位上，最好把脸刮得干干净净)”可推知，作者可能最同意的观点是男性受访者应密切注意自己的形象。故选D项。 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。 The following will tell you how to write your own songs and poems, which convey your message and help people connect with your music. Use stream of consciousness exercises. Stream of consciousness writing is where you just write and keep writing: just write everything that comes into your head. Do your exercises every day to help you brainstorm. ____36____ Look at existing songs and poems. Look at popular songs and poems that are known for great lyrics to get inspiration. ____37____, and you can learn about them a lot from thinking about what makes a good one or a bad one. Look for the kinds of things they talk about, how they talk about them, what rhymes they use, the rhythm of the lyrics (歌词), etc. ____38____. Decide what type of music you want to write, and figure out what types of lyrics you like and dislike. It’s really up to you what kind of music you want to write. Keep writing to get to the good stuff. Get a journal and be ready to write down a lot of stuff. Write as much as you can until you feel it is finished or ready to be set aside. Don’t worry if what you’re putting down on paper doesn’t look like a song at first. ____39____. Lyric writing may go through stages. Write all the time. Write about your feelings, the world around you, a person or a thing that matters to you. This is to help you find the words most worthy of a song, or a poem. ____40____. Or even have an emotion. A shopping list could be poetic if done right. A. You will be able to shape it later B. It’s good to develop your own style C. It doesn’t have to always be depressing D. This will help your listeners relate to you E. Follow your own opinions on what to write F. In time, this may help you write better lyrics G. Study your favorites and consider why you like them 【答案】36. F 37. G 38. E 39. A 40. C 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要说明了如何写自己的歌曲。 【36题详解】 根据上文“Use stream of consciousness exercises. Stream of consciousness writing is where you just write and keep writing: just write everything that comes into your head. Do your exercises every day to help you brainstorm. (使用意识流练习。意识流写作就是你不停地写：把你脑子里想到的东西都写下来。每天做练习来帮助你头脑风暴)”可知，上文提到每天练习头脑风暴，本句为本段最后一句，承接上文，说明每天练习头脑风暴的作用。故F选项“假以时日，这可能会帮助你写出更好的歌词”符合语境，故选F。 【37题详解】 根据上文“Look at existing songs and poems. Look at popular songs and poems that are known for great lyrics to get inspiration. (看看现有的歌曲和诗歌。看看那些以歌词优美而闻名的流行歌曲和诗歌来获得灵感)”可知，上文建议看以歌词优美而闻名的流行歌曲和诗歌来获得灵感，结合后文“and you can learn about them a lot from thinking about what makes a good one or a bad one (你可以通过思考什么是好的，什么是坏的来了解它们)”提到了思考这些歌曲的好坏，说明需要在这些歌曲和诗歌中选择自己喜欢的。故G选项“研究你最喜欢的，想想你为什么喜欢他们”符合语境，故选G。 【38题详解】 根据本段内容“Decide what type of music you want to write, and figure out what types of lyrics you like and dislike. It’s really up to you what kind of music you want to write. (决定你想写什么类型的音乐，弄清楚你喜欢和不喜欢的歌词类型。你想写什么样的音乐完全取决于你自己)”可知，后文提到想写什么样的音乐完全取决于你自己，即按照自己的想法去写歌。故E选项“按照自己的想法写”符合语境，故选E。 【39题详解】 根据上文“Don’t worry if what you’re putting down on paper doesn’t look like a song at first. (如果你写在纸上的东西一开始看起来不像一首歌，不要担心)”可知，上文提到不要担心写的内容不像一首歌，本句说明不要担心的原因。故A选项“你以后可以塑造它”符合语境，故选A。 【40题详解】 根据上文“Write about your feelings, the world around you, a person or a thing that matters to you. This is to help you find the words most worthy of a song, or a poem. (写下你的感受，你周围的世界，一个对你重要的人或一件事。这是为了帮助你找到最适合一首歌或一首诗的词)”以及后文“Or even have an emotion.(甚至带有情绪)”可知，本段的主旨是写下感受，后文提到了情绪，且even表示递进关系，推测本句与构成并列，都是在说明写出的内容含有怎样的情绪。故C选项“它不必总是令人沮丧”符合语境，故选C。 第三部分 语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 On his day off, Vernon Jackson still goes to work, opening up his barber shop for special children. Jackson thinks an empty shop can____41____ some children who are sensitive to new environments and sounds. He is aimed to help the children get____42____to the barber shop so they can feel comfortable coming in when other____43____and clients are there. And not only does he work on his day off, he does it____44____. “When I first started promoting this idea for children with____45____ needs, a friend of mine just randomly emailed me, ‘Hey Vern, can I____46____a haircut?’” Jackson told CBS News. Then more and more people asked to donate money for____47____and Jackson started a GoFundMe page. He____48____the free haircuts the Gifted Program. “There are____49____that would pay any amount of money just for their child to have an experience. But at the end of it, I would tell them ‘It’s ______50______,’ and this is part of the program — a gift. Please______51______it.” Jackson said. Jackson already has______52______that come to him from other cities in Ohio, and he hopes to______53______the money he raises towards travel, so he can______54______free haircuts to more children. “It’s really a beautiful______55______,” he added. “This allows me to love to my fullest capacity and to see what happens when I do.” 41. A. benefit B. educate C. control D. distinguish 42. A. addicted B. adapted C. admitted D. exposed 43. A. crowds B. performers C. viewers D. employees 44. A. in pain B. in secret C. for pleasure D. for free 45. A. special B. general C. medical D. financial 46. A. purchase B. operate C. sponsor D. select 47. A. shops B. haircuts C. trips D. facilities 48. A. calls B. describes C. records D. announces 49. A. businessmen B. parents C. tourists D. colleagues 50. A. drawn B. spent C. paid D. achieved 51. A. accept B. package C. store D. admire 52. A. barbers B. customers C. volunteers D. reporters 53. A. classify B. increase C. invest D. put 54. A. introduce B. represent C. offer D. return 55. A. adventure B. combination C. scenery D. experience 【答案】41. A 42. B 43. D 44. D 45. A 46. C 47. B 48. A 49. B 50. C 51. A 52. B 53. C 54. C 55. D 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了理发师弗农·杰克逊为有特殊需要的儿童免费理发的善举。 【41题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：杰克逊认为，空荡荡的理发店对一些对新环境和声音敏感的孩子有益。A. benefit使受益；B. educate教育；C. control控制；D. distinguish区别。根据下文“some children who are sensitive to new environments and sounds”以及“so they can feel comfortable coming in when other ____ and clients are there”可知，此处应表示空荡荡的理发店对一些对新环境和声音敏感的孩子有益。故选A项。 【42题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：他的目的是帮助孩子们适应理发店，这样当其他员工和客户在那里时，他们就会感到舒适。A. addicted沉迷的；B. adapted适应的；C. admitted公认的；D. exposed暴露的。根据下文“so they can feel comfortable coming in when other ____ and clients are there”可知，此处应表示他的目的是帮助孩子们适应理发店。故选B项。 【43题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：他的目的是帮助孩子们适应理发店，这样当其他员工和客户在那里时，他们就会感到舒适。A. crowds人群；B. performers表演者；C. viewers观众；D. employees员工。根据下文“and clients are there”可知，此处应表示当其他员工和客户在那里时，他们就会感到舒适。故选D项。 【44题详解】 考查介词短语辨析。句意：他不仅在休息日工作，而且是免费的。A. in pain在痛苦中；B. in secret秘密地；C. for pleasure为了娱乐；D. for free免费。根据下文“He ____ the free haircuts the Gifted Program.”可知，此处应表示他帮孩子们理发是免费的。故选D项。 【45题详解】 考查形容词词义辨析。句意：“当我刚开始为有特殊需要的孩子推广这个想法时，我的一个朋友随机给我发了一封电子邮件，‘嘿，弗农，我能赞助一次理发吗？’”A. special特殊的；B. general普遍的；C. medical医药的；D. financial财务的。根据上文“opening up his barber shop for special children”可知，此处应表示为有特殊需要的孩子推广这个想法。故选A项。 【46题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：“当我刚开始为有特殊需要的孩子推广这个想法时，我的一个朋友随机给我发了一封电子邮件，‘嘿，弗农，我能赞助一次理发吗？’”A. purchase购买；B. operate操作；C. sponsor赞助；D. select选择。根据下文“Jackson started a GoFundMe page”可知，杰克逊开设了一个GoFundMe页面。由此可知，此处应表示弗农的一个朋友问他是否可以赞助一次理发。故选C项。 【47题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：然后越来越多人要求为理发捐款，杰克逊开始了一个GoFundMe页面。A. shops商店；B. haircuts理发；C. trips旅行；D. facilities设施。根据上文“can I ____ a haircut?”可知，此处应表示越来越多的人要求为理发捐款。故选B项。 【48题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：他把免费理发称为天才项目。A. calls称为；B. describes描述；C. records记录；D. announces宣告。根据下文“the free haircuts the Gifted Program”可知，此处应表示他把免费理发称为天才项目。故选A项。 【49题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：有些家长愿意花很多钱让他们的孩子体验一下。A. businessmen商人；B. parents父母；C. tourists游客；D. colleagues同事。根据下文“just for their child to have an experience”由此可知，此处应表示有些家长愿意花很多钱让他们的孩子体验一下。故选B项。 【50题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：但最后，我会告诉他们‘已经付钱了’，这是项目的一部分——一份礼物。A. drawn绘画；B. spent花费；C. paid支付；D. achieved获得。根据下文“and this is part of the program — a gift”可知，此处应表示杰克逊会告诉他们‘已经付钱了’，这是项目的一部分——一份礼物。故选C项。 【51题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：请接受吧。A. accept接受；B. package把……打包；C. store储存；D. admire欣赏。根据上文可知，杰克逊会告诉他们‘已经付钱了’，这是项目的一部分。由此可知，此处应表示弗农希望孩子们的父母接受这次免费理发。故选A项。 【52题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：杰克逊已经有来自俄亥俄州其他城市的客户来找他，他希望把筹集到的钱用于旅行，这样他就可以为更多的孩子提供免费理发服务。A. barbers理发师；B. customers顾客；C. volunteers志愿者；D. reporters记者。根据上文“Then more and more people asked to donate money for ____ and Jackson started a GoFundMe page.”可知，越来越多的人要求为理发捐款。再根据下文“that come to him from other cities in Ohio”可知，此处应表示杰克逊已经有来自俄亥俄州其他城市的客户来找他。故选B项。 【53题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：杰克逊已经有来自俄亥俄州其他城市的客户来找他，他希望把筹集到的钱用于旅行，这样他就可以为更多的孩子提供免费理发服务。A. classify分类；B. increase增加；C. invest投资，投入；D. put放。根据下文“the money he raises towards travel”可知，此处应表示他希望把筹集到的钱用于旅行，这样他就可以为更多的孩子提供免费理发服务。故选C项。 【54题详解】 考查动词词义辨析。句意：杰克逊已经有来自俄亥俄州其他城市的客户来找他，他希望把筹集到的钱用于旅行，这样他就可以为更多的孩子提供免费理发服务。A. introduce介绍；B. represent代表；C. offer提供；D. return返回。根据下文“free haircuts to more children”可知，此处应表示他希望把筹集到的钱用于旅行，这样他就可以为更多的孩子提供免费理发服务。故选C项。 【55题详解】 考查名词词义辨析。句意：“这真是一次美妙的经历，”他补充道。A. adventure冒险；B. combination联合；C. scenery风景；D. experience经历。根据下文““This allows me to love to my fullest capacity and to see what happens when I do.””可知，此处应表示这真是一次美妙的经历。故选D项。 第II卷（非选择题，共55分） 注意：将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 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。 Devoted to improving healthcare in less-developed regions, Lu Shengmei, 80 years old, ____56____ (receive) the national honorary title of People’s Health Worker on Sunday. Lu spearheaded efforts to promote safer childbirth practice in Jiaxian county, including ____57____ (establish) the first independent pediatrics (儿科) department at the People’s Hospital of Jiaxian. When Lu first arrived in the county deep in the mountains in Shaanxi in 1968, she was ____58____ 24-year-old graduate from one of the top medical schools in Beijing. Initially, she was frustrated by the desolate landscape and broken-down facilities. But ____59____ truly twisted her heart at that time,she said, was the backward and dangerous practices of local midwives and the hardships faced by expectant mothers and ____60____ (newborn) in Jiaxian. Many questioned her ____61____ (decide) to work in the mountainous county. A native of Beijing, Lu said that her family members tried several times to persuade her ____62____ (return) to the capital. Her instructors also offered to help her transfer to larger urban hospitals. “Having witnessed the lack of doctors and medicines in Jiaxian, I believed that I ____63____ (need) there more than anywhere else,” she said. After retirement, she continued to provide free medical suggestions____64____a volunteer and formed a local volunteer association comprising seniors and retirees like her. “I see myself as a kite, and whenever a patient in need pulls on the string, I _____65_____ (instant) fly to their direction,” she said. 【答案】56. received 57. establishing 58. a 59. what 60. newborns 61. decision 62. to return 63. was needed 64. as 65. instantly 【解析】 【导语】这是一篇说明文。主要介绍了80岁的路生梅被授予全国人民卫生工作者荣誉称号，她致力于改善欠发达地区的医疗状况。 【56题详解】 考查时态。句意：上周日，80岁的路生梅被授予全国人民卫生工作者荣誉称号，她致力于改善欠发达地区的医疗状况。描述过去发生的事情，故用一般过去时。故填received。 【57题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：她带头在佳县推广更安全的分娩实践，包括在佳县人民医院建立第一个独立的儿科。介词后面要接动名词形式，作宾语。故填establishing。 【58题详解】 考查冠词。句意：1968年，当路第一次来到这个深山中的陕西县城时，24岁的她刚从北京一所顶尖医学院毕业。此处graduate为泛指，且24-year-old是发音以辅音音素开头的单词，故用不定冠词a。故填a。 【59题详解】 考查主语从句。句意：但她说，当时真正让她揪心的是当地助产士落后而危险的做法，以及佳县孕妇和新生儿所面临的困境。这里是一个主语从句，从句中缺少主语，表示“当时真正让她揪心的是”，所以用what。 【60题详解】 考查名词的数。句意：但她说，当时真正让她揪心的是当地助产士落后而危险的做法，以及佳县孕妇和新生儿所面临的困境。与上文expectant mothers并列，故用复数形式。故填newborns。 【61题详解】 考查名词。句意：很多人质疑她在山区工作的决定。作动词的宾语，应用名词decision。故填decision。 【62题详解】 考查非谓语动词。句意：路女士是北京人，她说她的家人几次劝她回北京。persuade sb. to do sth.是固定搭配，意思是劝说某人做某事，故填to return。 【63题详解】 考查时态语态。句意：她说：“目睹了佳县缺乏医生和药品，我相信这里比其他任何地方都更需要我。”主语I与谓语构成被动关系，根据上文believed可知为一般过去时的被动语态，谓语用单数。故填was needed。 【64题详解】 考查介词。句意：退休后，她继续以志愿者的身份提供免费医疗建议，并成立了一个由老年人和像她一样的退休人员组成的当地志愿者协会。表示“作为”应用介词as，故填as。 【65题详解】 考查副词。句意：她说：“我把自己看作一只风筝，只要有需要的病人拉一下线，我就立刻飞向他们的方向。”修饰动词fly应用副词instantly，故填instantly。 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 66. 假定你将参加学校组织的英语征文比赛，主题是“Our Land, Our Future”。请你用英语写一篇短文，内容包括： 1.土地的重要性； 2.保护土地的建议。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Our Land, Our Future ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Our Land, Our Future Land is the cornerstone of our existence. It not only provides us with bountiful food but also shelters numerous species. However, it's under threat from various sources. To safeguard our land, we can start with small actions. For instance, reducing waste and reusing materials can cut down the need for excessive landfills. Additionally, we should advocate for sustainable farming methods to maintain soil fertility. Each one of us holds the key to land protection. Let's join hands and ensure a thriving future for our land and all its inhabitants. 【解析】 【导语】本篇书面表达属于应用文。要求考生对于你将参加学校组织的英语征文比赛，主题是“Our Land, Our Future”这一情况，用英语写一篇短文。 【详解】1.词汇积累 提供：provides→ offers 保护：safeguard→ protect 此外：Additionally→ What’s more 保持：maintain→ keep 2.句式拓展 简单句变复合句 原句：Additionally, we should advocate for sustainable farming methods to maintain soil fertility. 拓展句：Additionally, we should advocate for sustainable farming methods, which can maintain soil fertility. 【点睛】【高分句型1】It not only provides us with bountiful food but also shelters numerous species.（运用了not only…but also…句型） 【高分句型2】For instance, reducing waste and reusing materials can cut down the need for excessive landfills.（运用了动名词短语作主语） 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） 67. 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。 In a quiet little town, there was a small park where children would laugh and play. In the center of this park stood a wooden swing set. Among the children, a nine-year-old girl named Lily had a special bond with this swing. Every day after school, she would rush to the park, her backpack bouncing against her back, and spend hours soaring through the air, her laughter mingling with the wind. Lily's best friend, Ethan, was a boy who lived next door. They were inseparable, sharing secrets,dreams, and endless adventures. Often, you would find them on those swings,their feet barely touching the ground, their imaginations taking them far beyond the confines of the playground. They dreamed of becoming astronauts, traveling to outer space, and discovering new worlds together. One sunny afternoon, Lily tested the limits of the swing. With a determined push,Ethan soared high,feeling the thrill as the swing reached its top. "Look, Lily! I'm flying!" Ethan shouted, his laughter ringing through the air. But not far from the park, his parents watched them with great concerns. There was an uneasy tension growing. When Ethan came down from the swing, his parents rushed to the swing and took him home immediately. Later that evening Lily cried on the couch, her tears staining the fabric. "Mom, Ethan said he would not play with me anymore. Why?" she asked, worry pooling in her blue eyes. Her mother took a deep breath, but the words seemed to be trapped in her throat. "I'm not sure, sweetie. He... He might be leaving for a while.” Days turned into weeks, and the park felt emptier without Ethan's laughter. Each swing back and forth felt like a reminder of their vanished adventures. With every passing day, Lily's heart sank deeper into confusion and sorrow. She hoped that he would return, refusing to accept that he might not come back again. 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。 Paragraph 1 Eventually, Lily decided to write a letter to him. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2 The next day, Ethan showed up in the park as expected. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】Paragraph 1 Eventually, Lily decided to write a letter to him. She poured out her heart on the paper, expressing how much she missed their time together on the swings, their shared dreams, and how empty the park felt without him. She asked him if she had done something wrong and begged him to come back. She sealed the letter and left it at Ethan's doorstep, hoping it would reach his heart. Then, she waited anxiously, spending each day checking the park and Ethan's house, but there was no sign of him. Doubt and worry filled her mind, but she still held onto a glimmer of hope that he would respond. Paragraph 2 The next day, Ethan showed up in the park as expected. His eyes were red as if he had been crying. He ran to Lily and hugged her tightly. He told her that his parents were worried about his safety on the swing, but he missed her so much. They both promised to be more careful and continue their adventures, their friendship stronger than ever. After that, they sat on the swings, recalling the happy memories and sharing the things that had happened during the separation. The sun shone brightly above them, as if blessing their restored friendship. 【解析】 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了莉莉和伊桑是最好的朋友，每天放学后都在公园的木制秋千上玩耍，梦想成为宇航员。他们一起挑战极限，但后来伊桑的父母担心他的安全，带他回家。莉莉感到困惑和悲伤，写信给他，希望他能回来。伊桑最终回来了，他们的友谊更加深厚。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容“最后，莉莉决定给他写封信。”可知，第一段可描写莉莉把写好信放在伊桑家门口，希望得到回复。 ②由第二段首句内容“第二天，伊桑果然出现在公园里。”可知，第二段可描写伊桑向莉莉解释他离开的原因以及他们友谊的恢复。 2.续写线索：决定给他写封信——把信放在伊桑家门口——等待着回复——伊桑出现在公园——解释他离开的原因——友谊的恢复 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①回来：come back/ go back / return ②拥抱：hugged /embraced ③回忆：recall / memorize 情绪类 ①担忧：worry /concern ②快乐：happy /delight 【点睛】[高分句型1] She poured out her heart on the paper, expressing how much she missed their time together on the swings, their shared dreams, and how empty the park felt without him.（运用了现在分词作状语） [高分句型2] He told her that his parents were worried about his safety on the swing, but he missed her so much.（运用了that引导的宾语从句） 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $So I hurry up. Your favourite show is about to start. You're going to miss the start. okay? Don't worry. I'm just putting the dinner plate away. We'll be a minute. The opening titles are coming on now. Hurry up. Bring something to eat . while we're watching. My teachers used to tell me rome wasn't built in a day. Remember this saying, while you're making the effort to create a Better future, your mother and died did the same on our slow path toward . becoming lawyers. You're right, dad. thanks. Hi there. Your dog is beautiful. What kind of see? Hi, thanks. He's a border colleague. Oh, i've heard there. Really clever. Why did you choose that type? Well, yes, they're very intelligent. I got max because I wanted an active dog that could keep up with my outdoor lifestyle. I love walking and running, and these dogs are perfect for that. What do you like most about him? His energy and intelligence are amazing. Max learns new tricks so quickly. He's also very loyal and great with my kids. Are there any chAllenges you have . to keep these dogs interested? If they get bored, they can become destructive. Max chewed up a few shoes when he was a puppy because he wasn't getting enough exercise. How do you keep in entertaining? Now I make sure he gets plenty of exercise every day. We go for a long walks. IT keeps him happy and out of trouble. That sounds like a lot of work. Is there anything you want to say to someone thinking of getting a dog like that? Make sure you have enough time to dedicate yourself to them. They're not the type of dog you can leave alone for long periods. They need activities to stay happy, also start training early. IT makes a huge difference. Max is lucky to have such a caring owner. Hi there. Your dog is beautiful. What kind of see? Hi, thanks. He's a border colleague. Oh, i've heard there really clever. Why did you choose that type? Well, yes, they're very intelligent. I got max because I wanted an active dog that could keep up with my outdoor lifestyle. I love walking and running, and these dogs are perfect for that. What do you like most about him? His energy and intelligence are amazing. Max learns new tricks so quickly. He's also very loyal and great with my kids. Are there any chAllenges you have . to keep these dogs interested? If they get bored, they can become destructive. Max chewed up a few shoes when he was a puppy because he wasn't getting enough exercise. How do you keep in entertaining? Now I make sure he gets plenty of exercise every day. We go for a long walks. IT keeps him happy and out of trouble. That sounds like a lot of work. Is there anything you want to say to someone thinking of getting a dog like that? Make sure you have enough time to dedicate yourself to them. They're not the type of dog you can leave alone for long periods. They need activities to stay happy. Also start training early. IT makes a huge . difference. Max is lucky to have such a caring owner. Good evening viewers. Welcome to cinema chat the show where we bring you the latest movie news and interviews with your favorite stars. Tonight we have a very special guest. He's a talented actor who has captured the hearts of audiences around the world, his new film, the heros journey, has just been released and is already receiving great reviews. But let's take a moment to look back at his amazing career. He began acting when he was just ten years old. He made his first film appearance in a role in the two thousand seven film a boy's dream, or he played a Young boy with big ambitions. That film not only showed his incredible talent, but also set the stage for his future success. Five years ago, he started in rising star, the film that made him a household name. It's a film that many of us still love and watch over and over again. Today he is here to talk about his journey from being a child actor to becoming one of the most respected actors in the industry. Please join me in welcoming the one and only alex Martin. Alex, thank you so much for being here with us tonight. Good evening viewers. Welcome to cinema chat the show where we bring you the latest movie news and interviews with your favorite stars. Tonight we have a very special guest. He's a talented actor who has captured the hearts of audiences around the world. His new film, the hero's journey, has just been released and is already receiving great reviews. But let's take a moment to look back at his amazing career. He began acting when he was just ten years old. He made his first film appearance in a role in the two thousand seven film a boy's dream, or he played a Young boy with big ambitions. That film not only showed his incredible talent, but also set the stage for his future success. Five years ago, he started in rising star, the film that made him a household name. It's a film that many of us still love and watch over and over again. Today he is here to talk about his journey from being a child actor to becoming one of the most respected actors in the industry. Please join me in welcoming the one and only alex Martin. Alex, thank you so much for being here with us tonight. Excuse me, can you turn down the music a bit, please? I cannot hear myself talking to my friend. I am sorry, but the sound system is controlled by the central unit. Would you like to move outside to a quieter location? OK. Honey, it's me. I just wanted to let you know i've arrived safely. And edinburgh. that's great to hear. How was the journey, dear IT was good. There was a slight delay between london and birmingham. The train was comfortable. I'm glad to hear that. Did you get the snack I . packed for you? Yes, thank you so much. They were perfect for the trip. Well, how's the weather up? There is a bit cold, but not too bad. How's everything back home? It's fine. Just the usual. the kids miss you, and so is the cat. I miss them too. All again, leader, to let you know how things are going at the conference. Yes, do that. Enjoy your time there and take care. We'll do. Thanks again . for everything. Honey, honey, it's me. I just wanted to let you know I ve arrived safely and edinburgh. That's great to hear. How is the journey, dear IT was good. There was a slight delay between london and birmingham. The train was comfortable. I'm glad to hear that. Did you get the snacks I . packed for you? Yes, thank you so much. They were perfect for the trip. Well, how's the weather up? There is a bit cold, but not too bad. How's everything back home? It's fine. Just the usual. the kids miss you, and so is the cat. I miss them too. I call again leader to let you know how things are going at the conference. Yes, do that. Enjoy your time there and take care. We'll do. Thanks again for everything, honey. Hi, then, do you remember the things you used to play with when . you were a kid? Hi regel, yes, of course. being an only child, I often had to entertain myself. I had a toy castle with little soldiers. I used to love them. I used to play with my sisters. We loved playing tag and hide. seek. Those were the best. Do you think any kids today still play those games? Not as much. I see them more on their phones and to tablets. Now some of the water and games they play are pretty amazing. I've tried a few and they're really difficult, but Young people seem to have no problems with them. Do you think they're Better or worse than the things we entertained . ourselves with? I think both have their good points. Technology is great, but kids today are missing out on outdoor fun. Yes, running around and playing outside was so much fun in the summer. I used to go out in the morning, and to my parents wouldn't see me until the evening. Hi ben, do you remember the things you used to play with when . you were a kid? Hi regel. Yes, of course. being an only child, I often had to entertain myself. I had a toy castle with little soldiers. I used to love them. I used to play with my sisters. We loved playing tag and hide. seek. Those were the best. Do you think any kids today still play those games? Not as much. I see them more on their phones and to tablets. Now some of the water and games they play are pretty amazing. I've tried a few and they're really difficult, but Young people seem to have no problems with them. Do you think they're Better or worse than the things we . entertained ourselves with? I think both have their good points. Technology is great, but kids today are missing out on outdoor fun. Yes, running around and playing outside was so much fun in the summer. I used to go out in the morning and my parents wouldn't see me until the evening. OK, tom IT looks like your buses here. now. Thanks so much for coming to see me off july. I should be back on friday. All being well. have a safe trip will catch up then. And you can tell me how the interview went. Excuse me, do you have a table for one? I'm sorry, madam, it's only five thirty. We don't open for another half an hour. Oh, I didn't realize. Okay, well, i'll go for a walk around the shops and come back in an hour. It's too hot and dry these days. Have you seen the weather forecast for tomorrow? Yes, they're predicting heavy rain all day. It's gonna be cool for sure. No, I was planning to go walking in the lake district. Oh, no, that's a shame. Walking in the rain isn't fine. Yes, i'm not sure what to do now. Maybe I should postpone the trip. That might be a good idea. What will you do instead? Perhaps i'll go to the cinema. There's a new film I wanted to see that sounds like a Better plane. I'm off to the dentist right now. Oh, good luck with that. It's too hot and dry these days. Have you seen the weather forecast for tomorrow? Yes, they're predicting heavy rain all day. It's gonna cool for sure. No, I was planning to go walking in the . lake district. Oh, no, that's a shame. Walking in the rain isn't fine. Yes, i'm not sure what to do. now. Maybe I should postpone the trip. That might be a good idea. What will you do instead? Perhaps i'll go to the cinema. There's a new film I wanted to see that sounds like a Better plane. I'm off to the dentist right now. Oh, good luck with that.