山东省济南市莱芜第一中学2024-2025学年高二下学期第一次阶段性测试英语试题

莱芜一中64级(高二)下学期第一次阶段性测试 英语试题 出题人:吕坤 审题人: 解晓军 岳文芳 张如云元秀青 注意事项: 1. 答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上 2. 回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡 皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号,回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡上,写在本试卷上无效。 第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分) 第一节(共5小题:每小题1.5分,满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Where is Lisa? A. In the bathroom. B. In the bedroom C. In the living room 2. How old is Tony now? A.9. B.16. C.25. 3. What does Sam like to do at weekends? A. Stay at home B. Go to the cinema C. Go out relaxing 4. Why does the man suggest Fairmont Hotel? B. It's cheap A. It's large C. It's convenient 5. What does the man say about September in his country? B. It's rainy. A. It's very cold C. It's very pleasant 第二节(共15小题:每小题1.5分,满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最 佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟 的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。 6. How did the man do the survey? B. By posting the survey online. A. By talking to students C. By asking people in public places 7. What does the woman like doing after work? B. Reading books A. Watching TV C. Taking a walk 听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。 8. How often does the man go boating? A.Never. B. Sometimes C. Very often 9. What does the man think of surfing? B. It's difficult A. It's exciting. C. It's dangerous 听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。 10. How long will the man use the car? B. For7days A. For2 days. C. For l0 days 11. Who will drive the car? B. The man A. The man's wife C. The woman 第1页共8页 12. Where willthe man leave the car when he finishes the vacation? A. Behind Green Hotel. B. In the woman's company. C. At the airport 听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man feel today? A. Tired. B. Excited. C. Bored. 14. How is the weather today? A. It's sunny. B. It's rainy. C. It's windy 15. What will they do tomorrow? A. Watch TV. B. Take a walk C. Hear a concert 16. What time will they meet tomorrow? A. At 11:00 am B. At 11:30 am C. At 1:00 pm 听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。 17. What did Lucy plan to do? A. See a doctor. B. Pay the rent C. Buy a bag. 18. Where was Lucy when the robbery took place? A. In the bank. B. In the supermarket C. In the street. 19. Which part of Lucy got injured in the robbery? A. Her wrist B. Her head C. Her shoulder 20. What did the robber look like? A. Short with strong arms. B. Small in a black jacket. C. Young with short hair 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。 & The U.S. Information Technology Collegiate Conference(UsrTCC) Regional Competition, hosted by the Department of Information Technology and Cybersecurity(网络 安全) in the College of Business, is to be held the on October 26-28. The event is open to students majoring in business or computer science USrTCC is quickly becoming the nation's top IT competition, networking and career-building event. In one single weekend, student attendees can prove their technology skills in a variety of IT competitions, meet with industry professionals and connect with IT employers providing internships(实习 工作) and/or full-time positions Competitions &Schedule Date Time Competition 7-10p.m. Thursday, October 26 Security 7-10p.m. Systems Analysis and Design Friday, October 27 8-11a.m. Application Development 12-3p.m. Office Solutions Saturday, October 28 4-7p.m. Database 8-10a.m. Security Final Round Entry Fee The early bird rate is $35/ person before September 30, and the price will increase to S45/ person after that date. 第2页共8页 Accommodation Information Kentwood Hall. 701 E.St. Louis St.. Springfield. MO 658o6 is a historic six-story building. Kentwood offers I private rooms, two-person rooms, super doubles, and three-person rooms Each room is carpeted and offers a bathroom and height-adjustable beds. All rooms have Wi-Fi and a mid-sized refrigerator. All rooms are smoke-free. Basic bedding will include sheets, a light blanket, and towels 21. What benefit may student competitors get from the competitions? A. A job opportunity B. A large cash prize C. Admission to colleges D. Changes of college major 22. Which competition will you watch if you're merely available on Friday afternoon? A. Security. B. Office Solutions C. Security Final Round D. Application Development 23. Which of the following does Kentwood Hall provide? A. Smoking areas B. Internet access. C. Personalized food D. Wake-up calls B Carrying her beloved erhu, which had been passed down from her grandmother, 17-year-old Li Mei from Chengdu stepped off the plane in Paris in July 2o24. As part of a youth cultural exchange program, she had dreamed of this moment for years. However, the weight of representing her heritage in a foreign land left her palms sweaty. Little did she know that this trip would spark an extraordinary musical creation. During a workshop at a local art school, Li met Pierre, a French violinist who was fascinated by her instrument's attractive sound. "It's like the voice of ancient China." he remarked with excitement, gently plucking(拨) the erhu's strings. Inspired by each other's music, they decided to mix the soulful melodies (旋律) of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration As they practiced in a sunlit studio overlooking the Seine, Li taught Pierre how to imitate raindrops with quick bow movements on the erhu, while Pierre showed her how to weave Western harmonies into the Chinese folk tune "Jasmine Flower." The integration created a charming soundscape that neither had imagined possible On the performance night, their piece "Silk Road Echoes" received thunderous applause. The audience were amazed at how the erhu's sad tones danced with the violin's vigorous melodies What began as a summer experiment blossomed into lasting friendship and something far greater. Today Li and Pierre co-teach virtual music classes, connecting students in Chengdu and Lyon through weekly "global jam sessions." Their students cooperate on pieces that mix erhu with guitar or Peking opera with jazz. Li ofter tells her pupils, "Music has no borders: it's a language that turns differences into harmonies." When traditions meet with open hearts, they don't conflict: they compose something entirely new 24. Why did Li Mei bring her erhu to Paris? A. To share Chinese music culture. B. To give it to her friend as a present C. To display it at a local studio D. To teach students full-time 25. What caused the first cooperation of Li Mei and Pierre? A. Love for Chinese music. B. Desire to teach music C. Celebration opportunity D. Mutual music inspiration 26. Why was 'Silk Road Echoes"well received by the audience? A. It reflected the beauty of nature. B. It featured traditional Chinese folk music C. It showed instruments perfectly D. It bridged different civilizations musically 第3页共8页 27. What does the story mainly convey? A. Music is the source of lasting friendship B. Mastering an instrument reauires practice C. Traditional music resists modern influences D. Cooperation across cultures generates innovation C A garden constructed with "humble" clay fashioned into 3D-printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a foundation of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to show the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens Giulio Giorgi. a first-time Chelsea designer, stated he created the green-medal-winning garden with n concrete. Most gardens contain concrete in some form and the materials they are built from often generate the highest carbon footprint While the employment of pollinator-friendly plants, wild areas and sensible use ofwater are well-knowr easy ways to make a garden more sustainable, Giorgi said it was crucial to focus on the building materials as their carbon footprint was often overlooked "We typically use a lot of metal, glue, cement(水泥) and then all the energy we have to put in to build the gardens. The material in our garden is low-temperature-fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D-printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible. if any. The bricks, peppered with tiny holes, can absorb water and release it when drought strikes plants." said Giorgi Judges considered end-of-life plans for the gardens and whether materials could be reused. The 3D-printed nature of Giorgi's garden means it can easily be taken apart and put together again. As a result when it is relocated to RHs Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted 28. What do we know about the Chelsea Flower Show? A. It vaues sustainability and appeal B. It aimed to encourage outdoor fitness C. It prohibits concrete in competing gardens D. It has a tradition of advocating for greenness 29. What advantage does clay have over other building materials according to Giorgi? A. It catches fire less easily B. It's more durable and absorbent C. It takes less labor to produce D. It's eco-friendly and more available 30. What will become of Giorgi's garden after the show? A. It'll be sold publicly B. It'll serve as an urban landmark C. It'll be turned into a school. D. Ir'll come into play in another spot 31. What can be the best title for the text? A. Clay Bricks: Recyclable Building Material B. Chelsea Flower Show: Celebration of Gardening C. Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal D. Giulio Giorgi: Designer Enthusiastic about High-Tech D 第4页共8页 Last weekend, Bruce Springsteen performed at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which is about an hour's drive from where I live. I've been a big fan of his music for ages, but I've never had the chance to see him live in concert. There were still tickets available, and yet I held back. I didn't want to go there alone. I'm an independen woman who's been living alone since I graduated from college. I really enjoy my solo (单独的) time and need it to recharge after a demanding job. I love hanging out with a small group of friends and visiting my brother and his family, but but I hesitate when leisure time involves large crowds, such as concerts or even movies. I don't have social anxiety, so I often wonder why I hesitate when it comes to going somewhere alone A previous study stated that people hesitate about doing things by themselves because they're afraid of how they'll be perceived. The good news is that no one is going to notice that. The reason is the "spotlight effect" which has been tested and proven through the use of bright yellow T-shirts. Students were forced to wear these bright shirts to class and were asked how many students they thought would notice them. The subjects thought, on average, about 5o% of the class would notice them. In reality, fewer than 2o% of the students noticed the shirts. I believe that some activities, such as listening to one's favorite music at a concert, would be greater pleasure if it was a shared experience. However according to some studies, people actually had about as much fun doing fun activities alone as they thought they would be accompanied by friends If enjoying the free time we have depends on finding others to join us, we'll go from having serious FOMO(Fear of missing out) to absolutely MO as people work more hours and have less free time these days. So if I had another chance to go to Bruce's concert, even alone, I would surely go. 32. Why did the author miss Bruce Springsteen's concert A. She desired solo time. B. The ticket was sold out C. She preferred not to attend alone D. The stadium was too far from her home 33. What can we know about the author? A. She enjoys socializing with familiar people B. She suffers from severe social anxiety. C. She prizes family ties over friendships D. She gets bored with her present job 34. What does "the spotlight effect" in paragraph 2 refer to? A. The fear of being judged by others B. The fact that bright clothes attract more attention C. The tendency to focus on what's happening around us D. The belief that we're being noticed more than we really are 35. What does the author aim to do in the last paragraph? A. To express her fondness for Bruce B. To explain the busyness of our daily life C. To encourage people to do activities alone. D. To stress the close relationship between people. 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。 第5页共8页 . We've all been there before- you're in conversation, things are getting along nicely. 36 At that moment. your mind goes complctely blank, you don't know what to say, and you can sense the other person's eyes wandering as they look for someone else to talk to. That scene is terrible, so here are three tips to make sure that you never run out of things to say in conversation again. Firstly, when you find yourself in that situation where your mind has gone blank, play "Reminds Me of'. That just means that you look to the environment around you and say. "You know, that reminds me of..." and then fil in the blank. And it can also work as a follow-up when someone finishes telling a story, which is how many groups of friends interact all the time. Second, when you ask questions, keep them open-ended as often as possible. 38 So rather than saying “Oh, you're from Toronto. Do you like it there?" you might say, "How do you like Toronto? I'm curious to hear more about it." You should get the other person talking about the things that they like, which is going to open up more conversational topics 39 This is the third tip. If you're in a new group and conversation dies after initial pleasantries(玩笑话), a great question is."How do you guys all know one another?" There's almost always some kind of story that conversation can build from. If you're only speaking to one person, you can say instead, "So what's your story?" The great thing about this question is that it is so open-ended that the other person will probably guide you towards new topics, usually responding with something like, "You mean what do I do for work or what do I like to do for fin?" 40 A. Ask them about their exciting plans for the future B. t is great for opening new conversational topics C. Then out of nowhere, the awkward silence occurs. D. You'd better avoid questions inviting a one-word response E. That's because people don't like to talk to others different from themselves F For the worst scene when conversation stops suddenly, use saving questions G. His or her tone and enthusiasm will tell you the best angle of conversation to continue with 第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分) 第一节(共15小题:每小题1分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Before graduation, I asked my adviser for feedback on areas where I could improve. It felt 41. to receive high marks for leadership, communication, and my ability to work independently. But when it 42 to attention to detail, she gave me an "OK."As a scientist, that hurt a bit. At first, I 43 with this. But it's true that focusing on the tiny details isn't something I 44 excel (擅长) at, or even enjoy as much as my 45 do. I knew all this at some level. Still, hearing it from my adviser pushed me to really 46. my strengths and interest. So after I finished my Ph.D. I explored different 47. Being honest with myself about my strengths and interest 48 led me to my job in health care communications. In my current role, I help companies tell their 49 I take complex scientific information and turn it into something 50and engaging that non-scientists can understand. Looking back, I'm so grateful for that 51from my adviser, painful though it was, because it set my career on a new 52. I think a lot of us get caught up in what we think we're supposed to be good at, instead of focusing on what we're 53. For me. that feedback gave me 54 to step away from the idea that I had to fit into a certain mold(模式) as a scientist. Instead, I 55 a career that lets me use my strengths and do something I truly enjoy. 第6页共8页 C. convincing B. comforting D. depressing 41. A. astonishing C. came B. meant 42. A. turned D. started C. ended B. stayed 43. A. agreed D. struggled C. physically B. slightly D. sincerely 44. A. naturally C. students B. followers 45. A. parents D. classmates C. reflect on B. show off 46. A. part from D. give up C. subjects B. careers 47. A. cities D. universities C. ultimately B. straightly 48. A. regularly D. probably C. truths B. secrets 49. A. jokes D. stories C. uncertain 50. A. clear B. annoying D. tough C. comment 51. A. praise B. protest D. complaint C. coast B. track 52. A. hook D. edge C. accused of B. trained as 53. A. drawn to D. prevented from C. forgiveness B. punishment 54. A. criticism D. permission B. found C. created 55. A. quit D. required 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。 On December 4. 2024, UNEsCO officially announced the recognition of the Spring Festival, social practices of the Chinese people in celebration of the traditional new year, 56 an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Spring Festival, 57 (root) in the Chinese culture with celebrations of various forms, is a time 58 people say goodbye to winter and welcome spring through precious traditions such as spring cleaning, red 59 (decoration) and festive family dinners. The festival's dragon and lion dances, accompanied by rhythmic drumbeats, are believed to drive away evil spirits 60 bring blessings. More than just a cultural tradition, the Spring Festival serves as a 61 (globe) celebration of unity and joy. Through different parades, fairs, and workshops on Chinese crafts, it invites people from all walks of life to experience its inclusive and festive spirit Among the festival's cherished traditions 62 (be) the giving of red envelopes, or "hongbao," symbolizing wishes for good fortune and blessings in the new year. The color red dominates the festival's design. 63 (represent) happiness, family reunions, and collective celebration In an increasingly divided world, the Spring Festival 64 (stand) as a powerful reminder of humanity's shared values. UNESCO's acknowledgment marks the beginning of 65 new chapter, ensuring that these traditions will inspire generations to come 第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 假定你是李华,你校英文报正在举办以“AIinMyLife”为主题的征文活动。请你写一篇短文投稿 内容包括: (1)AI在你生活中的应用 (2)你的感受和期待。 注意: (1)写作词数应为80个左右; (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 AI inMy Life 第7页共8页 第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Kaylie and I had been good friends since Grade 1. Whenever we had a break, we hung out together. And the more time we spent together, the more we realized how amazingly alike we were. We both liked baking extra-creative cookies, we both had awesome (and sometimes annoying) younger siblings, and we both have the same favorite song and even animal-dolphin Last summer, we went to the Arts and Crafts Fair in our park. There were so many things to see. We didn't know where to begin. We had fun walking aroumd the rows and rows of art booths, clothing racks and knickknack tables. I found the best polka-dot hat, but it cost too much. Kaylie fell in love with a yo-yo,but she looked at the price tag, and yup- it cost too much! To tell you the truth, we were starting to get discouraged. Just as we were about to give up on finding anything we could afford, we came to a table with gobs of gorgeous bracelets (手链) "These are so cool."I said. picking up one with moons and stars. "And look, they're in my price range!" "Please try anything on. The beads (珠子) come from Thailand, and I string each bracelet with love. My name is Tex," the jeweler said with a friendly smile. Then at the same moment, we both saw it! A bracelet with colorful beads shone brightly in the light, including two pink beads in the shape of dolphin, which added a playful touch to the design. It was the only bracelet like it on the table. Reaching for the bracelet together, we'asked Tex if he possibly had any more dolphin bracelets just like this. To our disappointment, that was the last one 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。 Staring at the bracelet, both of us were hesitant When we both looked at the two dolphin beads in the bracelet, our eyes lit up 第8页共8页 英语试题答案 第一部分听力(共20小题,每小题1.5分,满分30分) 1~5ACACB 6~10CABAC 11~15BACAC 16~20 BBCAC 第二部分阅读理解(共20小题,每小题2.5分,满分50分) 32--35CADC 21-23ABB 24-27 ADDD 28-31ADDC 36-40 CBDFG A 21.从第二:向然段 In one single weekend, student attendees can prove their technology skills in a variety of rT competitions, meet with industry professionals and connect with IT employers providing intermships(实:习 工作) and/or full-time positions 可以得出学生可以获得IT 老板们提供的实习或全职职位,所以答案选A. 22.从表格第4小行中可以得知答案为B. 23.从最后一段中 All rooms have Wi-Fi anda mid-sized refrigerator 可以得知答案为 B. 1 24. 解析: 根据原文, "As part of a youth cultural exchange program, she had dreamed of this moment for years." 李梅作为青年文化交流项目的一部分,多年来一直梦想着这一刻。结合后文她在巴黎与当地艺术学校的互 动,可以推断她带二胡到巴黎是为了分享中国的音乐文化。因此,选项A正确。 25. 解析: 根据原文,"Inspired by each other's music, they decided to mix the soulful melodies of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration."两人受到彼此音乐 的启发,决定在即将到来的巴士底日庆典上合作表演。后文又提到他们的合作非常成功,受到了观众的热 烈欢迎。因此,可以推断他们持续合作的原因是彼此音乐的启发和成功的表演,选项D正确。 26. 解析: 根据原文,"The audience were amazed at how the erhu's sad tones danced with the violin's vigorous melodies.”观众对二胡悲伤的音调与小提琴充满活力的旋律的交织感到惊讶,这表明“SilkRoadBcboes”不 仅展示了中国传统音乐,还融合了西方音乐元素,选项D正确. 27. 解析;整篇文章讲述了李梅和皮埃尔在文化交流项目中相遇并合作,通过音乐实现了不同文化之间的 融合与创新,他们不仅合作成功,还共同教学,连接了成都和里昂的学生,因此,文章主要传达的是跨文 化合作能够产生创新,选项D正确,选项A虽然提到了友谊,但不是文章的主要论点:选项B关于掌握 乐器需要练习的内容在文章中并未提及:选项C关于传统音乐抵抗现代影响的说法与文章内容相悖。 C 28.文中提到"The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a cornerstone of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to showcase the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the frst of its sort and goes along with the gold silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens", 其意思是"切尔西花展是伦较 切尔西每年举行的一次全球盛事,自1913年以来一直是园艺日历的基石,它最初是为了展示园艺和植物 品种的最新趋势,环境创新奖是首次设立的奖项,与颁发给最具吸引力和最有趣花园的金、银、铜奖一同 颁发”,由此可知,切尔西花展不仅关注花园的吸引力,还设立了环境创新奖,以表彰那些具有环境可持 续性的设计,所以选项A正确。其他选项都不是关于切尔西花展的正确描述,均可排除。 29.文中提到"The material in our garden is low-temperature-fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D-printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any”,其意思是“我们花园里的材料是低温烧制的粘土,这种资源 几乎随处可见,我们把这种粘土做成3D打印的砖,把古老的传统和新颖的做法结合起来,这样碳排放量 就尽可能低,如果有的话”。由此可知,根据Giorgi的说法,粘土的优势在于它环保且更易获得,所以选 项D正确,其他选项都不是粘土的优势。 30.文中提到"As a result, when it is relocated to RHs Garden Wisley, where it willive on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted", 其意思是"因此,当它撕 迁到RHS花园Wisley时,它将在展览结束后作为教育设施继续存在,由于不会浪费任何材料,碳排放量 将很低”。由此可知,演出结束后,Giorgi的花园将被搬迁到RHS花园Wisley,作为教育设施继续存在. 所以选项D正确,其他选项都不是Giorgi的花园在演出结束后的去向. 31.短文主要讲述了在切尔西花展上,一个使用3D打印粘土砖建造的花园获得了首个绿色奖章,因其是最 具环境可持续性的设计。所以选项C“粘土砖花园:绿色奖章获得者”最能概括短文的主旨,其他选项都不 能概括短文的主旨。 D 32.从第一白然段 There were still tickets available, and yet I held back. I didn't want to go there alone 得知我 没 有去Bruce音乐会的原因是因为不想一个人去,所以答案选B。 33.第一自然段告诉我们 I enjoy spending time with small groups of friends and seeing my brother and his family, but I hesitate when leisure time involves large crowds, such as concerts or even movies , 我没有社会焦 虑症,不喜欢去很多人和很嘈杂的地方,但是喜欢和小范围的朋友和亲人们一起。所以答案选A。 34.thespotlighteffect意为“聚光灯效应”,从作者在第二自然段的举例来看,这里指的是人们的一种看法, 认为自己会被某种程度的关注,但在实际上并没有那么多的关注度。The subjects thought, on average, abou 50% of the class would notice them. In reality, fewer than 20% of the students noticed the shirts.答案选 D. 35.在最后一段话中 So if had another chance to go to Bruce's concert, even alone, I would surely go.所以作者 鼓励自已或者他人将来自已独立做某事。答案选C。 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了三个确保在谈话中避免无话可说的技巧。 七选五 36. 前文"We've all been there before 一you're in conversation, things are getting along nicely. (我们以前都 有 过这样的经历--你在交谈,事情进展得很顺利)”引出交谈中事情进展顺利的情境,后文“Atthat moment, your mind goes completely blank, you don't know what to say, and you can sense the other person's ayes wandering as they look for someone else to talk to. (在那一刻,你的大脑一片空白,你不知道该说什么,你 可 以感觉到对方的眼睛在四处游荡,因为他们在寻找可以说话的人)”具体描述大脑陷入空白,对方想和 其他人交谈的尴尬情况,空处应该是表达突然陷入一种糟糕的情况,因此C项"Thenoutof nowhere,the awkwardsilenceoccurs.(然后不知怎么的,尴尬的沉默出现了)"符合语境,承前启后。故选C。 37. 前 文"That just means that you look to the environment around you and say,"You know, that reminds me ofl."and thenfillin the blank.(这意味着你看看你周围的环境,然后说,“你知道,这让我想起了 ....”. 然后填 补空白)"介绍了“这让我想起了”方法,后文“And it can also work as a follow-up when someone finishes telling a story, which is how many groups of friends interact all the time. (当某人讲完一个故事时,它也 可以作为后续 跟进,这是很多朋友群体一直在互动的方式)"提到这种方法进一步的用处,空处应该是指 出这种方法的第一个作用,因此B项"It's great for opening new conversational topics.(这是开启新的谈话 话题的好方法)”符合语境,承接前文,后文是对其递进,其中的It指代前文描述的方法。故选B。 38. 前文"Second, when you ask questions, keep them open-ended as often as possible. (第二, 当你问问题的时 候,尽可能让它们是开放式的)"建议多问开放式的问题,后文“So rather than saying.“Oh, you're fromToronto Do you like it there?" you might say, "How do you like Toronto? I'm curious to hear more about it."(所以不要 说,“哦,你来自多伦多。你喜欢那里吗?“你可能会说:“你觉得多伦多怎么样?“我很想了解更多。”)” 举出具体的例子说明应用开放式问题代替非开放式问题,空处应该点明避免非开放式问题,因此D项 “You'd better avoid questions inviting a one-word response.(你最好避免一个词就能回答的问题)"符合语境, 承接前文,后文是对其例证。故选D。 39. 后文"If you're in a new group and conversation dies after initial pleasantries, a great question is, "How do you guys all kmow one another?" There's almost always some kind of story that conversation can build from. If you're only speaking to one person, you can say instead, "So what's your story?"(如果你在一个新群体里,在最 初的寒喧之后,谈话就结束了,一个很好的问题是,“你们是怎么认识彼此的?”几乎总有一些故事可以作 为对话的基础。如果你只和一个人说话,你可以说,“那么你的故事是什么?”)”具体介绍了谈话陷入僵局 时可以使用的通用式的提问,空处位于段首,是段落主旨句,应该是总地建议用一个通用式的提问,因此 F 项"For the worst scenario when conversation stops suddenly, use saving questions. (对于最糟糕的情况,当谈 话突然停止时,使用保留问题)”符合语境,契合后文内容,是后一句中This指代的对象。故选F。 40. 前文"Tf you're only speaking to one person, you can say instead, "So what's your story?" The great thing about this question is that it is so open-ended that the other person willprobably guide you towards new topics usually responding with something like, "You mean what do I do for work or what do I like to do for fun?"(如果 你只和一个人说话,你可以说,“那么你的故事是什么?”这个问题的好处是,它是开放式的,对方可能会 引导你谈论新的话题,通常会这样回答:“你的意思是我做什么工作,或者我喜欢做什么娱乐?”)”提到和 一个人说话时可以使用的通用式的提问,并指出这种提问的好处,空处是段末句,应该是继续说明这种提 问的好处,因此 G 项"His or her tone and enthusiasm will tell you the best angle of conversation to continue with.(他或她的语气和热情会告诉你继续谈话的最佳角度)”符合语境,承接前文。故选G。 第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分) 第一节(共15小题:每小题1分,满分15分) 莱芜一中64级(高二)下学期第一次阶段性测试英语试题 出题人:吕坤 审题人:解晓军 岳文芳 张如云 亓秀青 注意事项: 1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. Where is Lisa? A. In the bathroom. B. In the bedroom. C. In the living room. 2. How old is Tony now? A. 9. B. 16. C. 25. 3. What does Sam like to do at weekends? A. Stay at home. B. Go to the cinema. C. Go out relaxing. 4. Why does the man suggest Fairmont Hotel? A. It's large. B. It's cheap. C. It's convenient. 5. What does the man say about September in his country? A. It's very cold. B. It's rainy. C. It's very pleasant. 第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. How did the man do the survey? A. By talking to students. B. By posting the survey online. C. By asking people in public places. 7. What does the woman like doing after work? A. Watching TV. B. Reading books. C. Taking a walk. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. How often does the man go boating? A. Never. B. Sometimes. C. Very often. 9. What does the man think of surfing? A. It's exciting. B. It's difficult. C. It's dangerous. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. How long will the man use the car? A. For 2 days. B. For 7 days. C. For 10 days. 11. Who will drive the car? A. The man's wife. B. The man. C. The woman. 12. Where will the man leave the car when he finishes the vacation? A. Behind Green Hotel. B. In the woman's company. C. At the airport. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. How does the man feel today? A. Tired. B. Excited. C. Bored. 14. How is the weather today? A. It's sunny. B. It's rainy. C. It's windy. 15. What will they do tomorrow? A. Watch TV. B. Take a walk. C. Hear a concert. 16. What time will they meet tomorrow? A. At 11:00 am. B. At 11:30 am. C. At 1:00 pm. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What did Lucy plan to do? A. See a doctor. B. Pay the rent. C. Buy a bag. 18. Where was Lucy when the robbery took place? A. In the bank. B. In the supermarket. C. In the street. 19. Which part of Lucy got injured in the robbery? A. Her wrist. B. Her head. C. Her shoulder. 20. What did the robber look like? A. Short with strong arms. B. Small in a black jacket. C. Young with short hair. 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 The U.S. Information Technology Collegiate Conference (USITCC) Regional Competition, hosted by the Department of Information Technology and Cybersecurity in the College of Business, is set to be held on October 26 - 28. The event is open to students majoring in business or computer science. USITCC is quickly becoming the nation's top IT competition, networking and career - building event. In one single weekend, student attendees can prove their technology skills in a variety of competitions, meet with industry professionals and connect with IT employers providing internships(实习工作) and/or full - time positions. Competitions & Schedule Date Time Competition Thursday, October 26 7 - 10 p.m. Security 7 - 10 p.m. Systems Analysis and Design Friday, October 27 8 - 11 a.m. Application Development 12 - 3 p.m. Office Solutions Saturday, October 28 4 - 7 p.m. Database 8 - 10 a.m. Security Final Round Entry Fee The early bird rate is $35/person before September 30, and the price will increase to $45/person after that date. Accommodation Information Kentwood Hall, 701 E. St. Louis St, Springfield, MO 65806 is a historic six - story building. Kentwood offers single private rooms, two - person rooms, special suites and three - person rooms. Each room is carpeted and offers a bathroom and height - adjustable beds. All rooms have Wi - Fi and a mid - sized refrigerator. All rooms are smoke - free. Basic bedding will include sheets, a light blanket, and towels. 21. What benefit may student competitors get from the competitions? A. A job opportunity. B. A large cash prize. C. Admission to colleges. D. Changes of college major. 22. Which competition will you watch if you're merely available on Friday afternoon? A. Security. B. Office Solutions. C. Security Final Round. D. Application Development. 23. Which of the following does Kentwood Hall provide? A. Smoking areas. B. Internet access. C. Personalized food. D. Wake - up calls. B Carrying her beloved erhu, which had been passed down from her grandmother, 17 - year - old Li Mei from Chengdu stepped off the plane in Paris in July 2024. As part of a youth cultural exchange program, she had dreamed of this moment for years. However, the weight of representing her heritage in a foreign land left her palms sweaty. Little did she know that this trip would spark an extraordinary musical creation. During a workshop at a local art school, Li met Pierre, a French violinist who was fascinated by her instrument's attractive sound. "It's like the voice of ancient China," he remarked with excitement, gently plucking(拨) the erhu's strings. Inspired by each other's music, they decided to mix the soulful melodies(旋律) of the erhu with the dynamic range of the violin for a performance at the upcoming Bastille Day celebration. As they practiced in a sunlit studio overlooking the Seine, Li taught Pierre how to imitate raindrops with quick bow movements on the erhu, while Pierre showed her how to weave Western harmonies into the Chinese folk tune "Jasmine Flower." The integration created a charming soundscape that neither had imagined possible. On the performance night, their piece "Silk Road Echoes" received thunderous applause. The audience were amazed at how the erhu's sad tones danced with the violin's vigorous melodies. What began as a summer experiment blossomed into lasting friendship and something far greater. Today, Li and Pierre co - teach virtual music classes, connecting students in Chengdu and Lyon through weekly "global jam sessions." Their students cooperate on pieces that mix erhu with guitar or Peking opera with jazz. Li often tells her pupils, "Music has no borders; it's a language that turns differences into harmonies." When traditions meet with open hearts, they don't conflict; they compose something entirely new. 24. Why did Li Mei bring her erhu to Paris? A. To share Chinese music culture. B. To give it to her friend as a present. C. To display it at a local studio. D. To teach students full - time. 25. What caused the first cooperation of Li Mei and Pierre? A. Love for Chinese music. B. Desire to teach music. C. Celebration opportunity. D. Mutual music inspiration. 26. Why was "Silk Road Echoes" well received by the audience? A. It reflected the beauty of nature. B. It featured traditional Chinese folk music. C. It showed instruments perfectly. D. It bridged different civilizations musically. 27. What does the story mainly convey? A. Music is the source of lasting friendship. B. Mastering an instrument requires practice. C. Traditional music resists modern influences. D. Cooperation across cultures generates innovation. C A garden constructed with "humble" clay fashioned into 3D - printed bricks has claimed the first green medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for being the most environmentally sustainable design. The Chelsea Flower Show, a celebrated global event held annually at Chelsea, London, has been a foundation of the gardening calendar since 1913. It began as a way to show the latest trends in gardening and plant varieties. The Environmental Innovation Award is the first of its sort and goes along with the gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the most attractive and interesting gardens. Giulio Giorgi, a first - time Chelsea designer, stated he created the green - medal - winning garden with no concrete. Most gardens contain concrete in some form and the materials they are built from often generate the highest carbon footprint. While the employment of pollinator - friendly plants, wild areas and sensible use of water are well - known easy ways to make a garden more sustainable, Giorgi said it was crucial to focus on the building materials as their carbon footprint was often overlooked. "We typically use a lot of metal, cement(水泥) and then all the energy we have to put in to build the gardens. The material in our garden is low - temperature - fired clay, a resource that can be found pretty much everywhere. We made this clay into 3D - printed bricks, connecting ancient tradition with novel practices so carbon emissions are the lowest possible, if any. The bricks keep water like a sponge and release it when drought strikes plants," said Giorgi. Judges considered end - of - life plans for the gardens and whether materials could be reused. The 3D - printed nature of Giorgi's garden means it can easily be taken apart and put together again. As a result, when it is relocated to RHS Garden Wisley, where it will live on after the show as an educational facility, the carbon emissions will be low as no materials will be wasted. 28. What do we know about the Chelsea Flower Show? A. It values sustainability and appeal. B. It aimed to encourage outdoor fitness. C. It prohibits concrete in competing gardens. D. It has a tradition of advocating for greenness. 29. What advantage does clay have over other building materials according to Giorgi? A. It catches fire less easily. B. It's more durable and absorbent. C. It takes less labor to produce. D. It's eco - friendly and more available. 30. What will become of Giorgi's garden after the show? A. It'll be sold publicly. B. It'll serve as an urban landmark. C. It'll be turned into a school. D. It'll come into play in another spot. 31. What can be the best title for the text? A. Clay Bricks: Recyclable Building Material B. Chelsea Flower Show: Celebration of Gardening C. Garden with Clay Bricks: Winner of Green Medal D. Giulio Giorgi: Designer Enthusiastic about High - Tech D Last weekend, Bruce Springsteen performed at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which is about an hour's drive from where I live. I've been a big fan of his music for ages, but I've never had the chance to see him live in concert. There were still tickets available, and yet I held back. I didn't want to go there alone. I'm an independent woman who's been living alone since I graduated from college. I really enjoy my solo(单独的) time and need it to recharge after demanding work. I love hanging out with small groups of friends and seeing my brother and his family, but I hesitate when leisure time involves large crowds, such as concerts or even movies. I don't have social anxiety, so I often wonder why I hesitate when it comes to going somewhere alone. A previous study stated that people hesitate about doing things by themselves because they're afraid of how they'll be perceived. The good news is that no one is going to notice that. The reason is the "spotlight effect", which has been tested and proven through the use of bright yellow T - shirts. Students were forced to wear these bright shirts to class and were asked how many students they thought would notice them. The subjects thought, on average, about 50% of the class would notice them. In reality, fewer than 20% of the students noticed the shirts. I believe that some activities, such as listening to one's favorite music at a concert, would be a greater pleasure if it was a shared experience. However, according to some studies, people actually had about as much fun doing fun activities alone as they thought they would be accompanied by friends. If enjoying the free time we have depends on finding others to join us, we'll go from having serious FOMO(Fear of missing out) to absolutely MO as people work more hours and have less free time these days. So if I had another chance to go to Bruce's concert, even alone, I would surely go. 32. Why did the author miss Bruce Springsteen's concert? A. She desired solo time. B. The ticket was sold out. C. She preferred not to attend alone. D. The stadium was too far from her home. 33. What can we know about the author? A. She enjoys socializing with familiar people. B. She suffers from severe social anxiety. C. She prizes family ties over friendships. D. She gets bored with her present job. 34. What does "the spotlight effect" in paragraph 2 refer to? A. The fear of being judged by others. B. The fact that bright clothes attract more attention. C. The tendency to focus on what's happening around us. D. The belief that we're being noticed more than we really are. 35. What does the author aim to do in the last paragraph? A. To express her fondness for Bruce. B. To explain the busyness of our daily life. C. To encourage people to do activities alone. D. To stress the importance of social connections. 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。 We've all been there before - you're in conversation, things are getting along nicely. 36 At that moment, your mind goes completely blank, you don't know what to say, and you can sense the other person's eyes wandering as they look for someone else to talk to. That scene is terrible, so here are three tips to make sure that you never run out of things to say in conversation again. Firstly, when you find yourself in that situation where your mind has gone blank, play Reminds Me of. That just means that you look to the environment around you and say, "You know, that reminds me of..." and then fill in the blank. 37 And it can also work as a follow - up when someone finishes telling a story, which is how many groups of friends interact all the time. Second, when you ask questions, keep them open - ended as often as possible. 38 So rather than saying "Oh, you're from Toronto. Do you like it there?" you might say "How do you like Toronto? I'm curious to hear more about it." You should get the other person talking about the things that they like, which is going to open up more conversational topics. 39 This is the third tip. If you're in a new group and conversation dies after initial pleasantries(笑话), a great question is, "How do you guys all know one another?" There's almost always some kind of story that conversation can build from. If you're only speaking to one person, you can say instead, "So what's your story?" The great thing about this question is that it is so open - ended that the other person will probably guide you towards new topics, usually responding with something like, "You mean what do I do for work or what do I like to do for fun?" 40 A. Ask them about their exciting plans for the future. B. It's great for opening new conversational topics. C. Then out of nowhere, the awkward silence occurs. D. You'd better avoid questions inviting a one - word response. E. That's because people don't like to talk to others different from themselves. F. For the worst scenario when conversation stops suddenly, use saving questions. G. His or her tone and enthusiasm will tell you the best angle of conversation to continue with. 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Before graduation, I asked my adviser for feedback on areas where I could improve. I got 41 to receive high marks for leadership, communication, and my ability to work independently. But when it 42 to attention to detail, she gave me an “OK.” As a scientist, that hurt a bit. At first, I 43 with this. But it's true that focusing on the tiny details isn't something I 44 excel(擅长) at, or even enjoy as much as my 45 do. I knew all this at some level. Still, hearing it from my adviser pushed me to really 46 my strengths and interest. So after I finished my Ph.D., I explored different 47. Being honest with myself about my strengths and interest 48 led me to my job in health care communications. In my current role, I help companies tell their 49. I take complex scientific information and turn it into something 50 and engaging that non - scientists can understand. Looking back, I'm so grateful for that 51 from my adviser, painful though it was, because it set my career on a new 52. I think a lot of us get caught up in what we think we're supposed to be good at, instead of focusing on what we're 53. For me, that feedback gave me 54 to step away from the idea that I had to fit into a certain mold (模式) as a scientist. Instead, I 55 a career that lets me use my strengths and do something I truly enjoy. 41. A. astonishing B. comforting C. convincing D. depressing 42. A. turned B. meant C. came D. started 43. A. agreed B. stayed C. ended D. struggled 44. A. naturally B. slightly C. physically D. sincerely 45. A. parents B. followers C. students D. classmates 46. A. part from B. show off C. reflect on D. give up 47. A. cities B. careers C. subjects D. universities 48. A. regularly B. straightly C. ultimately D. probably 49. A. jokes B. secrets C. truths D. stories 50. A. clear B. annoying C. uncertain D. tough 51. A. praise B. protest C. comment D. complaint 52. A. hook B. track C. coast D. edge 53. A. drawn to B. trained as C. accused of D. prevented from 54. A. criticism B. punishment C. permission D. forgiveness 55. A. quit B. found C. created D. required 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。 On December 4, 2024, UNESCO officially added the recognition of the Spring Festival related cultural practices of the Chinese people in celebration of the traditional new year, 56 an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Spring Festival, 57 (root) in the Chinese culture with celebrations of various forms, is a time 58 people say goodbye to winter and welcome spring through precious traditions such as spring cleaning, red 59 (decoration) and festive family diners. The festival's dragon and lion dances, accompanied by rhythmic drumbeats, are believed to drive away evil spirits 60 bring blessing. More than just a cultural event, the Spring Festival overseas is also a celebration of unity and joy. Through different parades, fairs, and workshops on Chinese crafts, it invites people from all walks of life to experience its inclusive and festive spirit. Among the festival's cherished traditions 62 (be) the giving of red envelopes, or “hongbao,” symbolizing wishes for good fortune and blessings in the new year. The color red dominates the festival's design, 63 (represent) happiness and prosperity. In an increasingly divided world, the Spring Festival 64 (stand) as a powerful reminder of humanity's shared values. UNESCO's acknowledgment marks the beginning of 65 new chapter, ensuring that these traditions will inspire generations to come. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 假定你是李华，你校英文报正在举办以“AI in My Life”为主题的征文活动。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括: (1) AI在你生活中的应用; (2) 你的感受和期待。 注意: (1) 写作词数应为80个左右; (2) 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 AI in My Life 第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Kaylie and I had been good friends since Grade 1. Whenever we had a break, we hung out together. And the more time we spent together, the more we realized how amazingly alike we were. We both liked baking extra - creative cookies, we both had awesome (and sometimes annoying) younger siblings, and we both have the same favorite song and even animal - dolphin. Last summer, we went to the Arts and Crafts Fair in our park. There were so many things to see. We didn't know where to begin. We had fun walking around the rows and rows of art booths, clothing racks and knickknack tables. I found the best polka - dot hat, but it cost too much. Kaylie fell in love with a yo - yo, but she looked at the price tag, and yup - it cost too much. So we were starting to get a little discouraged. As we were about to give up on finding anything we could afford, we came to a table with gobs of gorgeous bracelets (手链). “These are so cool,” I said, picking up one with moons and stars. “And look, they're in my price range.” “Please try anything on. The beads(珠子) come from Thailand, and I string each bracelet with love. My name is Tex,” the jeweler said with a friendly smile. Then at the same moment, we both saw it! A bracelet with colorful beads shone brightly in the light, and among the beads was a pair of small beads in the shape of a dolphin, which had a playful touch to the design. It was the only bracelet like it on the table. Reaching for the bracelet together, we asked Tex if he possibly had any more dolphin bracelets just like this. To our disappointment, that was the last one. 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。 Staring at the bracelet, both of us were hesitant. When we both looked at the two dolphin beads in the bracelet, our eyes lit up. 英语试题答案 第一部分 听力(共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分) 1 - 5 ACACB 6 - 10 CABAC 11 - 15 BACAC 16 - 20 BBCAC 第二部分 阅读理解(共20小题，每小题2.5分，满分50分) 21 - 23 ABB 24 - 27 ADDD 28 - 31 ADDC 32 - 35 CADC 36 - 40 CBDFG 第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分) 第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分) 41 - 45 BCDAD 46 - 50 CBCDA 51 - 55 CBADB 第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 56. as 57. rooted 58. when 59. decorations 60. and 61. global 62. is 63. representing 64. stands 65. a 第四部分 写作(共两节、满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) AI in My Life AI has integrated into multiple aspects of my daily life. Every morning, my smart alarm clock, guided by AI, wakes me up with a customized weather forecast and the latest news. Besides, AI - powered learning apps like Doubao offer me explanations and study tips and efficiently aid in my English practice. Thanks to AI, my routine has become more convenient and my academic performance has been dramatically boosted. AI has truly become a reliable helper in my life. Full of anticipation for the future, I'm eager to see AI exploring more fields like healthcare and education, and continuing to shape our lives in amazing ways. 第一节(满分25分) Staring at the bracelet, both of us were hesitant. Obviously, neither of us could bear to put it down because the bracelet was so delicate. After all, it was a dolphin bracelet - just our favourite! However, seeing the eagerness in Kaylie's eyes, I whispered, “It should be yours; it matches your style perfectly.” She shook her head, insisting that I should have it since it was I who found it first. Meanwhile, torn between the two of us, Tex was completely at a loss what to do, standing there helplessly. When we both looked at the two dolphin beads in the bracelet, our eyes lit up. “What if we split the two dolphin beads and each make our own bracelet?” we exclaimed, excitement bubbling. Tex felt relieved, quickly removed one dolphin bead, picked out colorful beads to match it and strung them onto another bracelet. When he handed us our new bracelets, we grinned, realizing it didn't matter who would wear it; what mattered was our friendship and the joy we found in sharing this special moment. From then on, Kaylie and I shared one more thing - a dolphin bracelet! (Text 1) W: Tom, go to the bathroom and help Lisa with the cleaning. M: I'm busy doing my homework now. You could ask Mike. He is now watching TV in the sitting room. (Text 2) M: Do you think you could recognize Tony when you see him again? W: I have no idea. I haven't seen him since he was 16. Time flies. Nine years have passed. (Text 3) W: Do you go out much on the weekends, Sam? M: Not much really. I prefer just staying home and lying watching videos on TV, you know, being really lazy. (Text 4) W: I'm looking for a place to have an art show. I'm really hoping to attract a large audience. M: You should try Fairmont Hotel. It may be expensive to rent, but it's right by the subway. (Text 5) W: I've been wondering what sort of clothes my husband and I are going to need for our visit. What's the weather usually like in your country during September? M: It's not very pleasant, I'm sorry to say. Generally, there are more rainy days in September than in any other month, but at least it's not very cold here then. (Text 6) W: Have you finished the survey? M: Yes. At last I know what people like to do after work. W: How did you carry out the survey? By posting the survey on the Internet? M: No. I did it by asking people questions in the parks or in the pubs or even in the streets. And then we talk about it. W: I believe most people like spending their spare time reading books or taking a walk. M: You're wrong! Most people like watching TV at home instead! Just like you do. (Text 7) W: I heard you've given up sailing. M: Not completely, I still go now and then, but I'm much more interested in surfing nowadays. It's more of a challenge. And I still go out in a boat occasionally. W: I think surfing is really dangerous. When did you begin to show interest in it? M: It was last summer. My friend invited me to go with him. At first I just watched and thought it was difficult to learn. But he kept encouraging me to have a try. So I did it. Now I'm good at it. It can always keep me in high spirits. (Text 8) M: Hi. My wife and I are here for a vacation and we'd like to rent a car. W: All right. Is that for a week? M: No. It'll be for ten days altogether. W: Okay. I have a nice large car available. M: Well, there are just two of us so we don't need such a big car. W: I see. Just you and your wife. Will both of you be driving? M: No, just me. She doesn't have a license. W: Okay. I think I have a nice, new, medium - sized car that just came in. How's that? M: Sounds great. W: Where will you drop it off when you finish? In our company? M: Well, I'll drop it off behind Green Hotel near the airport, if that's okay. W: That's fine. (Text 9) W: Hello? M: Hi, Sandy. This is Mike. What are you up to? W: Oh, hi. Nothing special. Just watching TV. M: But nothing good is on right now. W: I know. It's a replay. I have nothing to do and it's so boring. M: Me too. Let's get together and do something. W: I'd like to, but I have to meet my parents in an hour for dinner. How about tomorrow? M: Fine. Let's plan something tomorrow. W: Have you heard the weather forecast for tomorrow? Will it be rainy or windy? M: I think it's going to be a clear day like today. W: That's great. We can do something outdoors then. M: Are there any special events going on tomorrow? W: Yeah. I think there's a special outdoor concert by the river tomorrow. M: Oh yeah. I heard about that too. Let's go and check it out. W: Do you know what time it starts? M: It starts at 1:00 pm. W: Let's meet for lunch at 11:00 and afterwards, we can head over there. M: Perfect. (Text 10) W: I'm Lucy. I had a terrible experience today. This morning I had just withdrawn $600 from the ATM outside the bank on Dongfang Street. I planned to pay my landlady and get some food at the supermarket on my way home. While I was walking down the street towards the supermarket, someone pushed me from behind and pulled at my shopping bag. He pushed me so hard that I fell forward onto my hands and I broke my wrist. As I was falling, someone grabbed my bag out of my hand. Then I saw a man running past me. He was carrying my bag and dashed away before I could call for help. I didn't get a good look at his face because he was running away from me, but I could tell that he was rather young, with quite short hair. I also noticed that he was short and he had huge arms and shoulders. I know he was wearing a black jacket because I saw his sleeves when he took my bag. I think he had jeans on, but I'm not sure. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$