福建省三明市三元区三明第一中学2025-2026学年高三上学期开学英语试题

三明一中 2025-2026学年高三开学考 英语学科试卷 本试卷共12页，满分150分，考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1、答题前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号和座位号填写在答题卡上，将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角“条形码粘贴处”。 2、作答选择题时，每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；写在试题卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。 3、非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。 4、考生必须保持答题卡的整洁；考试结束后，将答题卡交回。 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卷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. Who is the man probably talking to? A. A shop assistant. B. His wife. C. His co-worker. 2. What are the speakers mainly discussing? A. The woman's photo. B. A scenic spot. C. A TV drama. 3. What does the man mean? A. Commercials are of no use. B. Local specialties should be exported. C. E-commerce is a double-edged sword. 4. What will the man do next? A. Close a window. B. Catch a mouse. C. Leave the room. 5. When does the conversation take place? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 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. Which year of college are the speakers in? A. The first year. B. The second year. C. The third year. 7. What did the woman do in public? A. She had a dance. B. She did jumping jacks. C. She performed a song. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What does the man expect to do on the 3rd? A. Sign a contract. B. Go on a tour. C. Return to New York. 9. What does the man finally decide to do? A. Cancel the reservation. B. Contact another airline. C. Advance the departure date. 听第8段材料，回答第10 至 12 题。 10. Who might the woman be? A. A hostess. B. A director. C. An actress. 11. What does the woman think of the award-winning film? A. It is her personal favorite. B. It is worthy of the award. C. It is terribly disappointing. 12. What is the man going to do next? A. Call a meeting. B. Watch a video. C. Have a job interview. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 听第9段材料，回答第13 至 16 题。 13. What is the man? A. A fresh graduate. B. A software engineer. C. A computer repairman. 14. What does the example of the man's group project prove? A. He is a good team player. B. He pays attention to detail. C. He has great leadership skills. 15. How does the woman describe the man? A. Motivated. B. Creative. C. Industrious. 16. What will the woman most probably talk about next? A. The company culture. B. The international promotion. C. The employment situation. 听第10段材料，回答第17 至20题。 17. How much did disabled travelers spend in the US in 2018? A. About $45.8 billion. B. About$58.7 billion. C. About $81 billion. 18. What is the best thing about Singapore in Nilesh Joshi's opinion? A. It enables the disabled to live with dignity. B. Its tourist attractions are free for the disabled. C. It offers the disabled accessible public transport. 19. What do we know about John Morris? A. He once lived in Sydney. B. He buys magazines 3 or 4 times a week. C. He spoke highly of the hotel rooms in Las Vegas. 20. Where is Julie Jones employed? A. At a hotel. B. In a travel agency. C. In a publishing company. 第二部分 阅读 (共两节，满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 A Four highly recommended theme parks in California offer unique experiences, makingCalifornia a top destination for tourists seeking fun and excitement. Disney California Adventure Park Different from Disneyland, it aims to show the characteristics and culture of California.It has four theme areas, including Paradise Pier, Golden State, Hollywood movie back-lots,and Bug’ s Land. The“‘Soarin’ Over California” project that combines IMAX and roller coasters allows tourists to overlook the beautiful scenery of California in the air. Open time: 7:00 a. m.——10:00 p. m. Universal Studios Hollywood Built next to a film studio, tourists can visit the studio where the shooting scenes of many famous movies can be seen such as“War of the Worlds” and“King Kong”. Many exciting amusement projects are here, such as“The Simpsons Ride”, “Jurassic Park— TheRide”, and“Revenge of the Mummy”, making tourists feel as if they are in a movie scene. Open time: 9:00 a. m.—6:00 p. m. Disneyland Park This is the world's first Disneyland theme park filled with a dreamy and fairy tale atmosphere. Tourists can interact with Disney cartoon characters, and watch wonderful procession shows. The amusement facilities are rich and diverse, suitable for the whole family. Open time:8:00 a. m.—11:00 p. m. Lego land California It is built with 60 million Lego bricks and suitable for the whole family. There is“Lego land Miniland USA”, where you can see miniature versions of famous buildings from various countries. There are also multiple theme areas such as Dino Island, Pirate Shores,and Imagination Zone, full of fun and creativity. Open time:10:00a. m.—5:00 p. m. 21. Which park opens earliest? A. Disneyland Park. B. Lego land California. C. Universal Studios Hollywood. D. Disneyland California Adventure Park. 22. What can visitors do in Universal Studios Hollywood? A. They can make films. B. They can visit the studio. C. They can watch demonstration shows. D. They can overlook California in the air. 23. What do Disneyland Park and Lego land California have in common? A. They open at night. B. They have amazing rides. C. They are family-friendly. D. They show California culture. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 B The path to success isn't always clear-cut. Julia Green knows this well. Just as she graduated from college, a financial crisis swept the country, making it hard to get a job in journalism. Despite her growing worries, she didn't give up on her dream; instead, she tried a global volunteer program for her self-growth. A year later, Green began taking random writing jobs to make ends meet, while dreaming of a day when she could write freely and be paid for it. Afterwards, she applied for the fully funded Master of Fine Arts program, and was accepted to study fiction writing at the University of Michigan. Though the program didn't end up opening many doors for her, she was paid to write and take classes. Green has never shied away from challenging topics. Marriage, healthcare,employment, and more have featured noticeably in her writing, and she is especially impressive when it comes to music criticism. “I' ve intentionally tried to keep my lane(道路)very wide,” she said. “It was what I had to do in the beginning. I wanted to become a well-rounded writer.” She penned articles for a variety of websites. Slowly, she began to build a reputation for fearlessness. “I' ve been writing since I was 22. This craft requires that you have a tough skin.” saidGreen, when asked about her writing journey. “As a writer, you are not well served by caring what other people think about you. You have to be emotionally prepared to face rejection.” In the past decade, Green, lacking many examples to model after, has achieved remarkable success through great effort. She landed regular writing positions, had worked in respected journals, made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and wrote a world-class bestseller.By any young journalist's definition, Green had arrived. 24. What do we know about Green from the first two paragraphs? A. A financial crisis ruined her dream. B. Further education made her optimistic. C. Volunteering brought her new jobs. D. Her passion for writing did not change. 25. Why did Green pursue a diverse path? A. To develop her adaptability. B. To please critical readers. C. To show off her creativity. D. To build her a reputation. 26. What matters most to her career according to Green? A. Handling criticism bravely. B. Maintaining youthful skin. C. Gaining public recognition. D. Writing about her journey. 27. Which words can best describe Green? A. Independent and considerate. B. Generous and creative. C. Hard-working and determined. D. Ambitious and modest. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 C Sugar does fire up dopamine(多巴胺) and light up your brain's pleasure systems, but too much daily candy consumption may be as dangerous as a drug problem in humans. Our bodies need energy to function, so it's natural that our body would desire it in sugar form, says Vera Tarman, MD. Nutritious fruits and vegetables contain sugar, but this small amount is totally healthy. The problem is, processed foods contain concentrated amounts of that natural sweetener. “You’ re looking at something that has a high amount of a substance that will overpower what we normally should eat,” says Dr. Tarman. “It becomes more than pleasurable—— it becomes addictive.” It’ s like how South Americans chewed coca plant leaves for centuries, but the plant wasn't a problem until its concentrated version, cocaine, hit the market, she says. “When your sweet tooth goes from a desire to an obsession(痴迷), you might be hooked on sugar,” says Dr. Tarman. “The signs are similar to a drug addiction,” she says.“Thinking about food more than anything else, feeling unable to stop even when you' re stuffed, or hiding food so no-one knows you have it.” Sugar can also become a problem when you' re just eating it out of habit, says registered nutritionist Samasa Melton. “People don't feel like they’ ve finished eating until they' ve had a dessert.” All that sugar can cause major health problems, like heart problems,headaches, bloating(胀气) and even energy crashes. Cutting added sugar might sound impossible and, quite frankly, painful, but after a few weeks, your taste will adjust, and the sweet things you love now won't be as tasty. “If you don't have apple juice, the apple tastes great,” Melton says. “Freedom tastes great—— freedom from obsession.” 28. Why does Dr. Tarman mention“coca plant leaves” in paragraph 2? A. To prove natural food is healthier. B. To explain what concentrated sugar is. C. To illustrate too much sugar is a problem. D. To introduce a tradition in South America. 29. What does the phrase“be hooked on” in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Be addicted to. B. Be free from. C. Be lacking in. D. Be focused on. 30. Which of the following will Melton agree with? A. Sweetener should be forbidden. B. Sugar addiction can be corrected. C. Sugar-free diet needs promoting. D. A meal without dessert is incomplete. 31. What can be the best title for the text? A. Sugar:A New Drug B. Sugar: Light You up C. Sugar:A Health Killer D. Sugar: Less Is Better 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 D A newly-developed Android phone app is able to remotely estimate pressure in a person's arteries(动脉) as their heart beats, providing potentially life-saving details on individual health without the need for specialized equipment. Rather than having to take a trip to the doctor or use a complicated device, individuals might one day be able to make use of the phone in their pocket, making the innovation particularly important in underserved populations where access to medical care is limited. Developed by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, the app works by taking a variety of readings from the accelerometer(加速器), camera, and touch sensors built into modern smartphones. What makes the app smart is the way it gets users to change the position of their hands to change blood flow, and apply a number of instructed touches to the phone screen to get the right pulse(脉搏) pressure readings. “Because of gravity, there’ s a pressure change in your biggest finger when you raise your hands up above your heart,and using the phone's accelerometer, you' re able to transform that into the relative change in pressure,” says biomedical engineer Vishaal Dhamotharan from the University ofPittsburgh. In tests on 24 people and cross-referencing with a larger database, the app method detected pulse pressure to a reasonably accurate level, within around 8 mm HG. As development continues, the app accuracy level will most likely improve on that even further. The researchers admit they' ll need to work on“changing the mindset” around using pulse pressure as a blood pressure indicator—— but it's the best solution we' ve seen yet for taking this crucial reading using a normal smartphone. “Development of a handy blood pressure measurement device that does not require any external adjustment is unrealistic—— such a device currently does not exist,” says biomedical engineer SanjeevShroff, from the University of Pittsburgh. “The research work reported in this publication is an important step in the right direction.” 32. Why is the newly-developed phone app particularly important? A. It's a specialized facility. B. It's money-saving. C. It's much easier to access. D. It's more accurate. 33. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about the app? A. The special function of it. B. The working principle of it. C. The purpose of developing it. D. The inspiration for developing it. 34. What can we infer about the future of the app in smartphones? A. It will have a bright prospect. B. It will come into the market soon. C. It will be built in every smartphone. D. It will replace the traditional equipment. 35. What is the author's purpose in writing the text? A. To test an app. B. To improve an app. C. To advertise an app. D. To introduce an app. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 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 benefits of positive emotions never stop after a few minutes of good feelings go back to normal. 36 It will serve to build skills and develop resources for use later in life. Let's consider a real world example. A child who runs around outside, swinging on branches and playing with friends,develops the ability to move athletically (physical skills), the ability to play with others and communicate with a team (social skills), and the ability to explore and examine the world around them (creative skills). 37 These skills last much longer than the emotions that initiated them. Years later, that foundation of athletic movement might develop into a scholarship as a college athlete or the communication skills may turn into a job offer as a business manager. The happiness that promoted the exploration and creation of new skills has long since ended. 38Researchers refer to this as the“broaden and build” theory because positive emotions broaden your sense of possibilities and open your mind, which in turn allows you to build new skills and resources that can provide value in other areas of your life. 39 Why? Because building skills for future use is irrelevant when there is immediate threat or danger (like the tiger on the path). All of this research boils down to the fact that positive thinking is so useful for developing valuable skills and appreciating theBig Picture of life. But how can you get yourself to be positive in your life? 40 You probably know what things work well for you. Maybe it's playing the guitar. Maybe it's spending time with a certain person. A. Negative emotions do the opposite. B. However, the skills themselves live on. C. But many of us look at things negatively. D. The biggest benefit is an improved ability. E. That is why the“broaden and build” theory is valuable. F. In this way, positive emotions help to build valuable skills. G. Anything arousing feelings of joy, contentment, and love will do the trick. 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) 阅读下列短文，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。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 I had just graduated from college. The job market was 41 and I was 42the tough reality of landing a job. One day, I 43 an advertisement for a position in a company. I decided to44 for it, though I was not sure if I was suitable for it. After submitting my application,I waited 45 . Finally, I received an invitation for an interview. I spent hours preparing, going over possible 46 and trying to seek for the best answers. Nervous but determined, Iconfidently 47 to questions from the interviewers. After that, I was left in a state of48 , checking my phone and hoping for a positive reply. Days passed, and I began to49 myself. I was about to give up hope when the offer came. I was overjoyed and felt a sense of 50 . Having been admitted to the company, I found many challenges ahead. The work was demanding, but I was 51 to learn and grow. Bonding with others, I overcame many difficulties. Gradually, I became more confident in my position and started to significantly52 the company's growth. Looking back, I am grateful for that opportunity as it was a 53 in my career. It taught me the importance of perseverance(毅力) in the face of challenges. I now understand that every 54 , whether good or bad, is a valuable lesson that helps us 55ourselves. 41.A.complicated B. easy C.competitive D. instructive 42. A. facing B. expecting C. doubting D. choosing 43. A. came across B. turned to C. put on D. gave away 44. A. wait B. search C. pay D. apply 45. A. confidently B. anxiously C. aimlessly D. hopelessly 46. A. exams B.comments C. textbooks D. questions 47. A. objected B. responded C. added D. listened 48. A. uncertainty B. unhappiness C. unbelief D. unemployment 49. A. persuade B. doubt C. approve D. promote 50. A. agreement B.community C. responsibility D. achievement 51. A. discouraged B. warm-hearted C. motivated D. well-informed 52. A. boost B. delay C. cause D. guarantee 53. A. honor B. stage C. milestone D. duty 54. A. approach B. experience C. story D. suggestion 55. A. accept B.commit C. direct D. improve 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 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个适当单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 The government has awarded $5 million to three different local nonprofit organizations. The money will 56 (distribute) over a four-year period and is aimed at helping about 1,000 homeless people in the county of Arvada. One agency, 57 (base) in Woodbridge, is expected 58 (receive) $1.5 million. The agency director says that they will focus their resources on educating the homeless. “We will 59 (probable) build another school-home with this money,” he said. “A school-home is exactly 60 it sounds like. It is a school and a home. We have already built four school-homes throughout the county.We get the homeless off the streets, and we educate them so they don't have to return to the streets. We teach them how to be gardeners, painters, carpenters(木匠), bricklayers,electricians, and air-conditioning 61 (repairman). “You wouldn't believe the success that we have had. In fact,62 couple of weeks ago, our office air-conditioning went out. My secretary called a repairman. To our surprise, the repairman 63 (be) one of our first homeless students. He now owns his own air-conditioning business, plus two houses, two cars and a boat! He has a dozen employees. He’ s doing better than I am. He fixed our air-conditioning 64 free. I think I might sign up for the air-conditioning class 65 (I).” 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分 40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 你校英文报 Youth举办以“高三年级是否应该开设音乐课”为主题的征文比赛，请你写一篇短文投稿。内容包括： (1)陈述观点； (2)说明理由 。 注意： (1)写作词数应为80左右； (2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 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。 When Mary entered the South Pole Penguin Research Lab, she saw her friend Tom gently stroking(轻抚) a penguin in his arms. As children of the lab scientists, Mary andTom often observed the emperor penguin as that were studied to understand how they adapted to extreme temperatures--insights that could aid human survival. “We' re thirteen, Tom. It's time to grow up and stop playing with the lab penguins ,”said Mary as she started cleaning. “They' re research animals, not pets.” “But the birds listen to me!” insisted Tom, his breath forming a cloud in the freezing air. “You’ re just trying to be a penguin whisperer again,” Mary replied, shaking her head with a gentle smile. The penguins seemed playful as they walked, dove, swam and chased their live fish for sport before eating. Should Music Classes Be Offered to Senior 3 Students? Suddenly, an alarm rang out and red lights flashed, signaling a problem. The kids rushed over to look into it. “It's colder than before--there's ice forming on the water,” notedTom. Though always cold, Mary had never seen ice here before. She checked the habitat monitor and found that the temperature had gone down a lot. “The heater must be broken!” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 Mary quickly sent a message to their parents’ research team, who were conducting outdoor studies. With the adults away, the kids would have to deal with the freezing conditions until help arrived. Time dragged as Mary and Tom anxiously waited. The increasing cold caused them to shake. “I wonder what emperor penguins do in extreme cold, since they stay in the Pole all winter instead of going somewhere warmer,” asked Mary. “They huddle(挤作一团),” Tom answered. “They huddle together tightly so that the birds in the middle will be warm enough.”“What about the ones on the edge?” Mary asked. “They push their way towards the center, and then move back out to the edge, and struggle back again. Scientists in the early 21st century recorded it. ” He replied as he stared at the large crowd of the penguins in the lab. 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。 “I have an idea to stay warm!” Tom shouted excitedly. Two and a half hours later, the parents returned with help. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 三明一中2025-2026学年高三开学考 英语学科参考答案 第I卷(选择题，共95分) 第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分) 1-5CBCCC 6-10 BCACA 11-15BBAAA 16-20 BBACC 第二部分 阅读 (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) A篇阅读 21-23:DBC B 篇阅读 24-27:DAAC C篇阅读 28-31:CABD D 篇阅读 32-35:CBAD 第二节 (共5 小题,每小题2.5分,满分12.5分) 36-40 DFBAG 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) 41-45CAADB 46-50DBABD 51-55CACBD 第II 卷 (非选择题,共55分) 第二节 (共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分) 56. be distributed 57. based 58. to receive 59. probably 60. what 61. repairmen 62. a 63. was 64. for 65. myself 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 66. One possible version Should Music Classes Be Offered to Senior3 Students? As a Senior 3 student, I firmly believe that music classes should be offered to us because they are not only beneficial but also essential, despite the demanding academic workload. Firstly, music classes provide a much-needed mental break. They help us to relax and recharge, which, in turn, promotes focus and productivity when we return to our academic assignments. Secondly, music classes foster our creativity and emotional well-being,balancing the logical focus of subjects like math. This balance contributes to our intellectual and emotional growth. In conclusion, music classes are not a distraction but a vital part of education. They benefit our mental health, contributing to an all-round development of education. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第二节 (满分25分) 67. One possible version: “I have an idea to stay warm!” Tom shouted excitedly. Tom suggested joining the penguins with their huddles to get warm. Mary hesitated with concern that the birds wouldn't accept them. Tom grinned with confidence while approaching the birds which had already crowded together due to the temperature. Slowly and gently, he crouched down to get close to the penguins , reached out his hands and stroke them with great affection, whispering to them soothingly. Though alarmed at first , the penguins recognized him and allowed him into their huddle with intimacy. Mary quickly followed his lead. The two kids squeezed their way from the edge of the crowd to the center and returned to the edge with the flow, just as the birds did. Two and a half hours later; the parents returned with help. When the parents rushed in screaming out the kids' names, they were amazed to see the kids were tightly surrounded by a huge group of penguins, safe and sound. When asked how they managed to brave this terrible cold, the two kids exchanged a glance and proudly told them it was the secret of the emperor penguins that helped them keep warm. Patting Tom on the shoulder, Mary said with sincere admiration, “You are a true penguin whisperer!” With a beam lighting up his face, Tom praised the penguins for what they taught him. 附：听力录音文本 Text 1 M: Your gold necklace is so nice. I want to buy one for my wife. W: Thanks. I think it can hold its value well. I bought it... M: Shush! Mr Longman is coming towards us with the meeting papers. Text 2 W: The waterfall in this photo looks familiar. M: It has appeared in many TV dramas, and as a result, lots of tourists visit it every day. W: It explains the matter. Text 3 W: Thanks to e-commerce platforms and video bloggers, the local specialities in my hometown can be traded all over China, which is entirely unexpected. M: To some extent it is true, but many videos are too commercial. False online advertisements are emerging in an endless stream. Text 4 W:I just found a mouse when I was cleaning my room. Please help me get it out of here. M: All right. Well, I looked around, but I didn't find it. Maybe it has escaped through the window. Anyway,I have to go to the gym now, Text 5 M: Are there any workers in the burning factory? W: It is supposed to be empty, because they only work on weekdays. M: But the factory is so badly damaged that they won't be able to work tomorrow. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 M: The freshmen will start their military training this month. W: Yeah. It was extremely hot during our military training at this time last year. M: It remains fresh in my memory. I got made to do 80 jumping jacks for being late. W: Ha-ha, it was so funny. I sang a song in front of others during a break in our military training. I remember some students also performed various dances. It's still nice to think about it. Text 7 W: Hello. What can I do for you? M. I'd like a flight from New York to Boston, leaving on the 3rd. W: Sorry. The flights on the 3rd are fully booked. M:I am out of luck. The same is true of another airline. W: What about the 4th? M: Unfortunately, that won't work for me. I'm not going on a tour. I'm meeting an important business partner. Being punctual is crucial for my chances of securing the contract. W:I'm sorry, sir. M: Well, please tell me what flights are available on the 2nd. Text 8 M:I heard you took charge of the red carpet interview for the film festival yesterday. W: Yes! I'm so proud. I had the opportunity of interviewing many movie stars, including my favorite actress Anna. She succeeded in earning the Best Actress Award. While the award-winning film isn't my personal favorite,I do believe it deserves the award. M: Oh, that's great to hear! Unfortunately, I missed your interview part because of an emergency meeting. Would you mind if we watch it now? W: Not at all. You know I always strive to do my best, so I'm sure it won't let you down. Plus,your favorite movie actor Colin is in the interview. M: What are we waiting for? Let's get started. Text 9 W: Could you please introduce yourself? M: Yes. My name is Peter Barnes. I recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. During my studies, I developed a strong passion for software development and worked on various projects, including an internship at ABC Tech,where I gained some experience in programming. Text 6 W: That sounds impressive. We value teamwork here. Can you provide an example of a time 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 when you worked effectively in a team? M: Absolutely. During my senior year,I participated in a group project. I took on the task of making slides. I actively listened to everyone else's ideas and maintained a positive atmosphere. We delivered the project on time and won first place. W: Excellent. Attention to detail is also crucial in our industry. How do you ensure the accuracy of your work? M: Before starting a task, I carefully analyze the requirements, break it down into smaller subtasks, and create a detailed plan. Additionally, I always ask for and welcome feedback from others to continuously minimize errors. V" Good. I appreciate employees who take the initiative in their work. Finally, do you have any questions for us? M: Yes. I'd like to inquire about the professional development opportunities within the company. W: Sure... Text 10 What do disabled travelers look for when choosing a city to visit? In 2018, the value of the so-called“purple pound”(the spending power of disabled people) to UK tourism was estimated at £ 15.3 billion, while 27 million travelers with disabilities in the US took 81 million trips and spent about $58.7 billion (£45.8 billion) in that same year. There was a survey about a city's appeal to disabled travelers. Now, let's find out what the respondents think of the top 3 cities—— Singapore, Las Vegas and Sydney. According to Nilesh Joshi, who has mobility challenges but doesn't use a wheelchair,“Singapore allows me to independently move around using public transport.”Overwhelmingly, however, the most important factor for survey respondents was not physical accessibility but being treated with understanding and respect. Joshi said, “Always smiling,welcoming and helpful, the people of Singapore make a big difference for the disabled to feel accepted and looked after.” Besides, one of Singapore's major tourist attractions, Gardens by the Bay, is fully wheelchair-accessible. According to prominent wheelchair blogger John Morris, who visits Las Vegas 3 or 4times a year, “The city has one of the highest concentrations of accessible hotel rooms in the world.” Julie Jones, publisher of Travel Without Limits, the world's only print magazine dedicated to accessible travel, praises Sydney's accessibility. She said, “The majority of the public transport system is accessible to wheelchair users.” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$