黑龙江省哈尔滨市第九中学校2024-2025学年高一上学期12月月考英语试题

英语 第 1 页 （共 5页） 哈九中 2024 届高一学年 12 月月考 英语试卷 第一部分 听力 (共 20小题，每题 1.5分，满分 30 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 一题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Mum and son. B. Teacher and student. C. Doctor and patient. 2. When will the woman take her flight? A. On the 22nd. B. On the 23rd. C. On the 24th. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. School activities. B. Favorite subjects. C. Test scores. 4. What does the woman mean? A. The man has to leave. B. She offers another option. C. She can’t make it. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a bookstore. B. At a restaurant. C. In a library. 听第 6 段材料，回答第 6, 7 题。 6. Why does Monica choose Tai Chi instead of yoga? A. It enjoys popularity. B. It requires less tension. C. It reflects Chinese culture. 7. What’s the true significance of Tai Chi? A. Maintaining balance. B. Strengthening muscles. C. Preventing diseases. 听第 7 段材料，回答第 8, 9题。 8. Why does George want to go to the book exhibition? A. To buy a book. B. To meet a penfriend. C. To do a book signing. 9. What will the woman do before going to the book exhibition? A. Hold a parent meeting. B. Go to her son’s school. C. Pick up Sarah. 听第 8 段材料，回答第 10至 12题。 10. What did David suggest changing at first? A. The working plan. B. The movie theatre. C. The time arrangement. 11. What kind of movie does the man like best? A. Comedy. B. Science fiction. C. Romance. 12. When will the speakers see a movie tonight? A. At 6:00. B. At 6:30. C. At 8:00. 听第 9段材料，回答第 13至 16题。 13. What is the man doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Chairing a meeting. C. Giving a lecture. 14. What did the woman’s parents grow in their gardens? A. Potatoes and melons. B. Potatoes and tomatoes. C. Carrots and tomatoes. 15. Why was the project started? A. To get a teamwork award. B. To make kids develop confidence. C. To help kids know more about food. 16. What can children do in the Alice Waters Garden Project? A. Create recipes. B. Design gardens. C. Build kitchens. 听第 10段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。 17. When did Jane get her Sunset published? A. In 1987. B. In 1996. C. In 1992. 18. What was Jane’s major at university? A. Arts. B. Law. C. Literature. 19. Which experience helped Jane with her writing skills? A. Playing in summer vacation. B. Reading local newspapers. C. Working as a reporter. 20. What do we know about The List? A. It’s a collection of stories. B. It’s a published novel. C. It’s an unfinished play. 第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分） 第一节（共 15 小题；每题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分） A Various Apps to Learn Apps are typical digital learning tools, which can give you diverse and personalized content to meet your needs. Want to find an app that can help you learn? Here are some great ideas for you. Khan Academy allows you to learn almost anything for free. It covers subjects such as math, physics, biology, and even computer science. The real magic of this app is that you can learn at your own pace. You can review subjects that you are not good at, or start learning a subject you like. The app is in English. If you want to see its translation you can visit http://open.163.com/khan. BrainPOP mixes learning and technology in a fun and simple way. It’s free and teaches you something new every day. From the solar system to DNA, each topic starts with an interesting cartoon movie. After you’ve watched it, you can take a test to see how much you’ve learned. 英语 第 2 页 （共 5页） Udemy is a “learn on demand” website and app. It is for career-oriented individuals to start their course pricing at $10.99. This app allows you the flexibility to take your time on a course you purchase over the course of several months, without worrying about recurring payments before you finish. This flexible learning app allows you to take things slow, fast, or anywhere in-between with complete control on your end. Duolingo is the premier leader in language education for learning apps. You can learn to speak 29 different languages, all at the touch of a button. You’ll be invited to not only read new words, but to speak them. You’ll learn grammar and conversational strategies. This app helps you learn to communicate with a new portion of its inhabitants! 21. According to the passage, what apps allow you to learn at your speed? A. Khan Academy and Udemy. B. Udemy and Duolingo. C. Khan Academy and BrainPOP. D. BrainPOP and Duolingo. 22. ______ can help check how well you have studied. A. Khan B. BrainPOP C. Udemy D. Duolingo 23. What is the purpose of the passage? A. To help find the suitable learning apps. B. To provide various learning activities. C. To introduce the development of learning technology. D. To compare the difference of different learning methods. B As a young girl growing up in France, Sarah Toumi dreamed of becoming a leader who could make the world a better place. Her passion to help others was awakened when, from the age of nine, she accompanied her Tunisian father to his birthplace in the east of the country during holidays. There she organized homework clubs and activities for children. Toumi witnessed first-hand the destructive effect of desertification.“Within 10 years rich farmers became worse off, and in 10 years from now they will be poor. I wanted to stop the Sahara Desert in its tracks.”A decrease in average rainfall and an increase in the severity of droughts have led to an estimated 75 percent of Tunisia’s farm lands being threatened by desertification. Toumi recognized that farming practices needed to change. She is confident that small land areas can bring large returns if farmers are able to adapt by planting sustainable crops, using new technologies for water treatment and focusing on natural products and fertilizers rather than chemicals. In 2012, Toumi continued her dream to fight the desert. She moved to Tunisia, and set up a programme named Acacias for All to put her sustainable farming philosophy into action.“I want to show young people in rural areas that they can create opportunities where they are. Nobody is better able to understand the impact of desertification and climate change than somebody who is living with no access to water.” By September 2016, more than 130, 000 acacia trees had been planted on 20 pilot farms, with farmers recording a 60 percent survival rate. Toumi estimates that some 3 million acacia trees are needed to protect Tunisia’s farmland. She expects to plant l million trees by 2028. In the next couple of years, Toumi hopes to extend the programme to Algeria and Morocco. 24. How did Toumi’s holiday trips to Tunisia influence her? A. They helped her better understand her father. B. They made her decide to leave the country. C. They fired her enthusiasm for helping others. D. They destroyed her dream of being a teacher. 25. What is the main cause of the desertification of Tunisia’s farmland? A. Cold weather. B. Low rainfall. C. Soil pollution. D. Forest damage. 26. Why did Toumi set up Acacias for All in Tunisia? A. To create job opportunities for young people. B. To persuade the farmers not to use fertilizers. C. To help the children obtain a basic education. D. To promote the protection of the farmland. 27. Which of the following can be the best title to the text? A. Holding back the Sahara B. Saving Water in Africa C. Planting Trees in Tunisia D. Fighting Poverty in North Africa C Adults who continuously played organized sports through their youth have fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who never played or those who dropped out, a new study finds. “And those who dropped out of sports had poorer mental health than those who never played at all. But many more people drop out of youth sports than play continuously until they are 18.” said Chris Knoester, professor of sociology at The Ohio State University. “If you play and stick with sports, it’s a positive for your mental health, but if you play and drop out it seems to be negative — and most kids drop out,” Knoester said. The study showed that most people dropped out of sports because they weren’t having fun or felt they weren’t good enough. “That suggests ways youth sports can be improved to help kids,” said study lead author Laura Upenieks. “Our findings about why kids drop out of organized sports suggest that the current environment is less than ideal for everyone, and that the barriers to participation need to be given greater attention,” Upenieks said. “It is easy to see why sports can be good for those who are able to continue with it to adulthood,” Upenieks said. “The longer that youth are exposed to a positive and encouraging sporting environment, the more likely they are to develop habits that are conducive to long-term mental well-being, such as a commitment to regular exercise and collaborating with others as part of a team. 英语 第 3 页 （共 5页） The fact that so many kids quit shows that organized sports often don’t provide a positive environment. But there are steps adults can take to improve that environment. For one, sports should be safe for kids. The researchers said the fact that 8% said they were badly treated by coaches is particularly alarming. “And the finding that nearly half of kids quit because they weren’t having fun and about a third dropped out because they felt they weren’t good enough should also be a wake-up call,” Knoester said. “We need to improve youth sports so that it supports positive experiences for everyone and makes it more enjoyable,” he said. 28. What can we say about dropping out of sports? A. It has no impact on physical health. B. It’s of benefit to mental health. C. It keeps players playing into adulthood. D. It is worse for mental health than never playing. 29. What is one of the main reasons for kids dropping out of sports? A. They don’t get joy from exercise. B. They prefer individual activities. C. They are not physically fit enough. D. They are not academically related. 30. What can adults do to prevent the youth quitting sports? A. They can reduce the number of coaches. B. They can supply a secure environment for kids. C. They can change the rules of sports. D. They can provide more training partners. 31. What might Upenieks agree with? A. The reason kids quit sports needn’t to be taken into consideration. B. The benefits and drawbacks of playing youth sports should be balanced. C. The youth sports have an impact on long-term mental health. D. Youth sports programs have both challenges and solutions. D The human tendency to gravitate towards people that are similar to them starts early. In school-age children, the behavior called homophily, or “love of the same” often has to do with how others dress or act. Adults tend to form groups based on professions or personalities. However, forming cliques(小集团) and shutting out those that are “different” is not just a human characteristic. South Africa’s Cape baboons(大狒狒 ) show similar tendencies too. A team of researchers followed the same two troops of baboons for several months. What they noticed was that like humans, baboons rarely left their original groups. To prove if their observations were correct, the researchers conducted an experiment. They began by placing some foods that the baboons had never seen before on the edge of paths the animals frequently crossed. The researchers recorded the time it took a baboon to get close enough to examine the new foods and the time for ones that had the courage to taste them. Sure enough, the most curious and daring baboons all belonged to the same group. What surprised the scientists was that the monkeys with similar personalities hung out together, regardless of whether they were male or female. The researchers say this behavior is not a good sign for the animals, because the daring and curious baboons are also good problem solvers. The scientists are afraid that if the baboons share new problem-solving skills with only their group, it leaves the rest of the species vulnerable(易受伤害的) to any environmental changes or enemies. Unfortunately, baboons aren’t the only animals that form cliques. In another study, the scientists divided 80 fish into two groups. After about three weeks, the fish were re-arranged into smaller groups of ten. The researchers observed that many of the fish that had spent time together in the original two groups seemed to seek each other out. What was even more interesting is that once they re-grouped, they were able to find the hidden food much faster. This led the researchers to think that like humans, the fish tended to share their secrets with their best “friend”. 32. What can be used to replace the underlined word “gravitate” in paragraph 1? A. Lose respect. B. Feel attracted. C. Move oppositely. D. Behave naturally. 33. What did the experiment on baboons show? A. Baboons associate with similar others. B. Male baboons tend to be in the same group. C. Cautious baboons are good at finding new foods. D. Female baboons are usually braver than male baboons. 34. What might the researchers worry about? A. Baboons tend to share skills among other groups. B. Baboons may be reduced in numbers. C. Baboons are suffering from a lack of foods. D. Baboons have difficulty in solving problems. 35. Why is the experiment on fish mentioned? A. To show they are different from baboons. B. To introduce human-like behavior in fish. C. To prove other animals form groups as well. D. To explain how they get on with each other. 第二节（共 5小题：每小题 2.5分，满分 12.5分） 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 We’re all suffering from poorer concentration nowadays. It’s believed that one of the best ways to keep your brain focused is to eat a healthy diet. ____36____ Such foods include fish, nuts, blueberries and dark chocolate. Still, there are other ways to improve your focus and get stuff done. ●Create a peaceful air. ____37____ Work in a different room if you can. If you find yourself attracted by digital devices, turn them off or put them aside. Learn to check them at a fixed time later. ● ____38____ Whether it’s music, white noise or even silence, you might find there’s a particular sound that helps you maintain your attention. This enhances alpha waves — brain waves that promote relaxation and are thought to play a role in cognition (认知) and, according to a recent study, make you more creative. 英语 第 4 页 （共 5页） ●Sleep well. A good night’s sleep will sharpen your brain the next day. ____39____ Everyone needs different amounts of shut-eye but aiming for seven to nine hours is considered the ideal. ●Move your body. Moderate exercise can ease the brain tiredness, allowing you to focus on the really important stuff. When you exercise, your heart rate increases, urging your body to release a protein known as BDNF(脑源性神经营养因), which aids nerve cell growth. ____40____ A. Find the right sound. B. Prepare the ideal music. C. Who doesn’t suffer from brain fog after a bad night? D. What is needed to enhance your concentration quality? E. You may get a boost from certain so-called “brain foods”. F. This is important for concentration, memory and learning. G. Removing yourself from people and devices will allow you to concentrate better. 第三部分：英语知识运用 第一节：完形填空（共 15小题；每题 1分，满分 15分） Hundreds of medical students crowded into a lecture hall in the Bronx, New York on Feb 26, 2024. Dr. Ruth Gottesman, a 94-year-old honorary professor at their college, ____41____ that she would donate $1,000,000,000 to the college — the largest donation ever made to any medical school. She said, “Starting from August this year, Einstein Medical School will be tuition (学费) ____42____.” Then enthusiastic cheers ____43____ in the hall, and the students jumped up and applauded wildly. The tuition fee of this college is $ 63,000 per year, and many graduates ____44____ over $200, 000 in debt at the beginning of their ____45____. The college stated that due to Gottesman’s donation, all students in the school will no longer need to pay any fees starting from this term. David Gottesman is the ____46____ of First Manhattan, a Wall Street investment firm, and a close friend of Warren Buffett, the stock(股票 ) god. The ____47____ between the two began in 1963 and lasted for decades. Under Buffett’s guidance, Gottesman accumulated a significant amount of valuable shares. In 2022, David Gottesman ____48____ at the age of 96. Ruth was completely shocked to learn the exact size of money ____49____ her husband died. “I was surprised to find that he left me a large fortune,” she recalled. The will left by her husband is very ____50____: “Use it to do anything that you think is right.” ____51____ with this huge money, she hardly hesitated and decided to donate it all to Einstein Medical School. She said that all her children supported her ____52____. She also expressed her hope to ____53____ outstanding students who were ____54____ hesitant to apply to Einstein Medical School due to financial reasons by ____55____ tuition pressure. 41. A. announced B. published C. reported D. addressed 42. A. half B. free C. part D. double 43. A. laughed B. blocked C. erupted D. surrounded 44. A. carry B. own C. bring D. fetch 45. A. studies B. careers C. researches D. lives 46. A. employee B. founder C. cooperator D. customer 47. A. quarrel B. debate C. friendship D. struggle 48. A. passed down B. passed by C. passed out D. passed away 49. A. only after B. if only C. only if D. only till 50. A. efficient B. simple C. formal D. tough 51. A. Covered B. Burdened C. Faced D. Dealt 52. A. decision B. budget C. theory D. principle 53. A. adapt to B. attend to C. turn to D. appeal to 54. A. totally B. occasionally C. originally D. equally 55. A. increasing B. complaining C. controlling D. relieving 第二节：语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分） Study tours are taking on the role of extracurricular social education this summer. From historic sites to picturesque natural landscapes, from technology innovation centers to traditional craft workshops, study tours are popping up in various regions across China, 56 (offer) grown-ups and children unique experiences 57 combine knowledge, techniques, culture and entertainment. 58 a province rich in intangible cultural heritage, Fujian has introduced 275 activities 59 (boost) the high-quality development of the local economy. Recently, it 60 (launch) a variety of engaging Intangible Cultural Heritage study tours, including hands-on classes on Shoushan stone carving, tea culture training courses, herbal study camps, 61 bamboo weaving. On the other hand, at the Yunnan Provincial Museum in Kunming, students can appreciate the biodiversity and charm of the ancient Dian kingdom. Its bronze artifacts cover a wide range of 62 (theme), particularly those related to animals. The abundant animal imagery (画像 ) in these bronze pieces 63 (reflect) people’s observation and respect for nature at that time. Nowadays, study tours extend to Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and Chinese communities overseas, becoming 64 important bridge connecting the shared emotions and cultural identity of the Chinese nation. Through these tours, students can experience the 65 (beautiful) of the local landscape and the richness of culture. 第三节 单项选择（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分） 66. I ______ myself more ---It was a perfect day. A. couldn’t have enjoyed B. needn’t have enjoyed C. shouldn’t have enjoyed D. mustn’t have enjoyed 67. It is required that a note book ______ within easy reach in case you have something important to take down during the class. A. is put B. be put C. was put D. put 68. I passed a bakery on my way back home, ________ I could always see a variety of cookies, pies and bread appealing to my taste. A. through its window B. through window of which C. through the window D. through whose window 英语 第 5 页 （共 5页） 69. This X-ray machine _____ work, so it needs ________ for further use. A. does; to repair B. doesn’t; repaired C. won’t; repairing D. would; to be repaired 70. The visitors came to the railway station, only __________ that the train had left. A. to tell B. to be told C. told D. being told 71. ______ the prices of oil ______, many people have chosen to take public transport. A. With; going up B. By; gone up C. As; going up D. For; gone up 72. ______I worked hard, I would surely succeed now. A. Were B. Should C. Had D. Did 73. Anyone will be fired if ________ in the test. A. catching cheated B. caught cheating C. to catch cheating D. was caught cheated 74. After ____ by the floodwaters, Henan province suffered from serious damages to its scenic spots, many tourists ____ in the disaster region. A. surrounded; being trapped B. being surrounded; trapped C. surrounded; having been trapped D. having been surrounded; were trapped 75.The river beyond our school becomes clear again as new measures __________ to prevent it _________ any further. A. were taken; polluting B. have taken; polluted C. have been taken; being polluted D. take; to be polluted 76. _______, we can finish the work in advance. A. Giving more time and money B. If more time and money given C. More time and money are given D. Given more time and money 77. Without facts, we can not form a worthwhile opinion, for we need factual knowledge ________ our thinking. A. which to be based on B. upon which to base C. which to base upon D. on which to be based 78. The ladies spent some time _________ on each other’s health and families. A. making up B. putting up C. bringing up D. catching up 79. ---Why hasn’t he come yet? ---I don't know, but I ______ him of the meeting. A. had reminded B. did remind C. does remind D. remind 80. I was busy finishing my paper that day, otherwise I _______ there with them. A. would have gone B. would go C. shall have gone D．will go 第四节 用所给词的恰当形式填空 （共 20 小题；每小题 0.5 分，满分 10 分） 81.Artists can’t go without inspiration, sometimes which _________ (origin) from dreams. 82. “Happy birthday, Anne,” said my grandma, handing me a brightly (wrap) parcel with a big red bow. 83. Her voice is so ( harmony) that it fills the concert hall with a sense of tranquility(宁静). 84. It is estimated that 10,000 dollars has been spent on (agriculture) research. 85. If your passport is stolen, you should apply for a (replace) immediately. 86. Though (desert) by his parents when he was a child, he was optimistic about the future. 87. There are (limit) possibilities if you keep an open mind. 88. I have never seen such an ( energy ) man. 89. Culture is also passed on among people of the same time or among people ________ (belong) to different populations. 90. Cycling is highly __________ (benefit) to the health and the environment. 91. As the saying goes, “Once (bite), twice shy.” 92. The burning plastic gives off (poison) gases, which are harmful to our health. 93. Eating ________ (regular) can lead to our stomach diseases. 94. _______ (addict) to computer games, he is completely cut off from the outside world. 95. When it was his turn, he felt so shy that he ________ (dare not) to say a word. 96. He looked at his students with great (satisfy). 97. She failed to gain __________ (admit) to the university of her choice. 98. The police received several (complain) about the noise from the square. 99. All the (indicate) show that the deal will go ahead as planned. 100. I highly recommend ________ (go) to Harbin in winter to enjoy the ice and snow adventure. 第四部分 书面表达 (满分 15 分) 假定你是李华，上周你校举办了题为 “精彩未来” 的第 37届校园文化艺术节，请你为校英 语报写一篇报道。 内容包括：1. 活动内容， 2. 活动反响及你的感受。 字数：80词左右 AWonderful Future 哈九中2024届高一学年12月月考 英语试卷 答案 听力 1-5 ACBBA 6-10CAABC 11-15BBAC C 16-20ABBCC 阅读理解21-25 ABA 24-27CBDA 28-31 DABC 32-35 BABC 36-40 EGACF 完形填空41-45 ABCAB 46-50 BCDAB 51-55 CADCD 语篇填空56.offering 57.that /which 58.As 59.to boost 60.has launched 61.and 62.themes 63.reflects 64.an 65.beauty 单选 66-70 ABDCB 71-75 ACBBC 76-80 DBDBA 词汇填空81. originates 82. wrapped 83. harmonious 84. agricultural 85. replacement 86.deserted 87. limitless 88. energetic 89. belonging 90. beneficial 91. bitten 92. poisonous 93. irregularly 94. Addicted 95. didn’t dare 96. satisfaction 97. admission 98. complaints 99. indications 100. going 作文范文 A wonderful future Last week witnessed a big event that our school held the 37th campus culture and art festival, whose title was “a wonderful future”. All three grades’ students participated in it actively. The festival was fantastic, featuring various art exhibitions and performances, including calligraphy and painting works. One of the highlights of the event was that all the students experienced a high-quality artistic performance. There is no doubt that the event received a warm attention, with teachers and students joining together to celebrate this cultural feast. Personally, the significance of the event is profound. Not only does it enrich our campus life but also enhances our artistic quality and ability to appreciate beauty. And it does let us feel the beauty of school life, expecting our wonderful future. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 1．A 【原文】W: Stuart, what time does Bob’s birthday party finish tonight?Do you need me to pick you up? M: I can take care of myself. I’m no longer a child... 2．C 【原文】W: I’d like to fly out on the 23rd of July ... that’s Sunday, isn’t it? M: No, that’s Saturday. 24th is Sunday. W: Yes, I’d like to go on Sunday. Then I can come back next Friday. 3．B 【原文】M: I like English more than any other subject. I began to learn it when I was in primary school and I always do well. W: Hmm, I like maths best. I’m not good at memorizing things, so I often use the wrong words in English tests, which gets me low marks. 4．B 【原文】M: I am calling to reserve a room from Dec. 20 to Dec. 26. W: Sorry, that is Christmas season. But if you don’t mind changing rooms mid-way through your stay, we could work something out. 5．A 【原文】M: Excuse me. Where are the books on Chinese cuisine? W: They are on the second shelf. By the way, we’re on sale. There is 35% off on all books. M: That’s great. I’ll tell my friends about the news. 6．C 7．A 【原文】M: What made you join the Tai Chi club, Monica? W: I just want to try a sport which is not that tense for a change. M: Why didn’t you choose yoga? It’s very popular nowadays and also involves less physical tension. W: Well, another reason why I chose Tai Chi was because I always have a fascination with Chinese culture. M: How does Tai Chi relate to Chinese culture? I thought it’s just a way of exercise. W: It’s more than that. The true significance of Tai Chi is to find balance in your life. The key is “never too much nor too less”. 8．A 9．B 【原文】W: Hello, George! There’s a book exhibition in the Stadium Expo Hall tomorrow afternoon. Many famous novelists will be doing book signings there. Would you like to attend it? M: Certainly! I want to buy The Four Winds authored by Kristin Hannah. When would you like to leave? W: How about tomorrow at noon? I have a parent meeting tomorrow morning at my son’s school and then I’m free to go. M: OK. W: Right. Sarah will be joining us tomorrow. She always enjoys such events. M: Great. See you then! 10．C 11．B 12．B 【原文】W: David, I’m kind of in the mood for a comedy tonight. Look, here’s a Will Smith movie. M: What time does it start? W: UM...It’s on at 6:00 and 9:30. If we leave work right at 5:00, we can make the 6 o’clock show. M: Yeah, but I haven’t finished work. I won’t be ready to leave at 5:00. How about we go at 6:30? It’s late, but at least I can finish my work, and we can eat after the movie. W: Maybe there’s another movie at 7:00 or 8:00? Let’s see... M: Oh, I know! Have you seen that new science-fiction movie with Bruce Willis? W: No, but I have heard about it. I really like science fiction. M: That’s my favorite kind of movie. Well, see if it’s playing someplace. W: OK. Oh, look! It’s playing at 6:30 at the Plaza tonight. M: It is? Perfect. Let’s go. W: But you have to finish your report... M: Oh, never mind! I’ll do it tomorrow. 13．A 14．C 15．C 16．A 【原文】M: Hello, welcome to this week’s Meeting Artists. Our guest today is Mildred Howard. She will talk about her story with gardens. Welcome, Mrs. Howard. W: Thank you. To begin with, I’d like to share my childhood memories. Well, my parents had gardens. So I could always pick fresh tomatoes, pull out carrots and taste sweet melons. M: Interesting! Many kids don’t know where food comes from. W: That’s why I started the Alice Waters Garden Project. M: Can you tell us something about it? For example, how does it work? W: We design and build a 5-acre garden first. The kids, mainly aged from 7 to 12, work in the garden with their hands in the dirt. Then they take what they’ve grown to the kitchen and spend time cooking and developing recipes. This is the way they learn something about teamwork, creativity, and most importantly, where the food they eat every day comes from. 17．B 18．B 19．C 20．C 【原文】W: I’m Jane Brown. I’m here today to tell you about my career as a writer. I wrote my first novel in 1987. I called it Sunset. However, it didn’t come out until 1996, four years after my first published novel. After school, I went to university where I studied law. However, I never practiced law. I was lucky enough to get a holiday job on a local newspaper as a reporter, and I stayed there. This, of course, gave me lots of opportunities to improve my writing skills. I had my first novel published during that period. It was called Tango. It wasn’t a great success, but it gave me useful contacts in the publishing world. My second novel, The Ballet Dancer, was much more successful. It even won a prize for new novelists. Since then, I’ve written three more novels and have also had a couple of collections of short stories published. At present, I’m experimenting with writing a play — The List. I feel I’m learning a great deal from this work … 答案第1页，共2页 答案第1页，共2页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$null