福建省三明市三元区三明第一中学2025-2026学年高二上学期12月月考英语试题

三明一中2025-2026学年上学期12月月考 高二英语试卷 (试卷满分150分，考试时长 120分钟) 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考生号等填写在答题卡上。考生要认真核对答题卡上的信息。 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，用黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上书写作答。如在试卷上作答，答案无效。 3.考试结束后，监考员将答题卡收回。 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. What are the speakers planning to do on Saturday night? A. Stay at home. B. Watch a movie. C. Have dinner out. 2. Why did Joey go to the hospital yesterday? A. To visit a friend. B. To have a check-up. C. To receive treatment. 3. What is the possible relationship between the speakers? A. Husband and wife. B. Employer and employee. C. Salesman and customer. 4. How does Monica probably feel about her history paper? A. Worried. B. Confident. C. Relieved. 5. Where are most probably the speakers? A. At home. B. At a store. C. At a restaurant. 第二节 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。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What type of art does Jason prefer? A. Painting. B. Photography. C. Filmmaking. 7. Why does Jason enjoy focusing on the nature and landscape? A. It helps him relax. B. It improves his skills. C. It inspires his creativity. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why are the speakers leaving the restaurant? A. The food is bad. B. The service is terrible. C. The environment is noisy. 9. What are the speakers doing over the phone? A. Placing an order. B. Canceling the dishes. C. Reviewing a restaurant. 10. How will the speakers probably get home after the meal? A. On foot. B. By taxi. C. By car. 听第8段材料，回答第11至 13题。 11. Why does the man recommend Holiday Inn? A. It's cheap. B. It's convenient. C. It's comfortable. 12. How much should the family pay for Archer's flight tickets? A.$45. B.$105. C.$150. 13. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Their travel budget. B. Their favorite destinations. C. Their travel preparations. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. When is John's interview due? A. On Wednesday. B. On Thursday. C. On Friday. 15. What may John's targeted position be responsible for? A. Organizing online sales activities. B. Helping the manager with his work. C. Handling arguments between colleagues. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 16. What is John's main worry about the interview? A. Feeling nervous and stressed. B. Lacking related work experience. C. Knowing little about the company. 17. What does the woman think is the most important in the interview? A. Being a good listener. B. Asking questions actively. C. Providing honest responses. 听第10 段材料，回答第18 至20 题。 18. What did Tom do during challenging practices? A. He ran ahead to guide others. B. He did all the chores for others. C. He inspired teammates to keep going. 19. How did Tom help James during James' illness? A. Bringing gifts from classmates. B. Looking after him at the hospital. C. Encouraging and comforting James. 20. What kind of person is Tom? A. Strict and kind. B. Humorous and patient. C. Determined and considerate. 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。 A When facing the task of deciding your major, you should remember that the decision you make doesn't mean you are only destined for one path. QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF AS YOU MAKE YOUR DECISION ●Do I have a career in mind? Although your major does not necessarily dictate your career, some jobs do require a certain field of study . If you have your future career in mind, do your research and find out the 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 education requirements. If you are at a loss with what you want to do, go ahead and research different career fields. A certain job might pi que your interest, and that could prompt you to pick a certain major. ●How much does money matter? Some majors do have higher potential earnings than others. If earning a lot of money is a primary goal for you, search for majors that pay off well. Feel free to reach out to the CareerCenter for more information on higher-earning majors and careers. ●What do I love to do? If you love what you study, you will be more likely to pay full attention to your classes.which will probably lead to better grades and valuable connections in the field. Also you will find your college years more fulfilling if you cultivate your passion! TIPS FOR DISCOVERING WHAT INTERESTS YOU ●Explore different courses! Don't take random free electives just to meet the credit requirement for graduation.Explore different subjects! By branching out of what you know, you may discover an unexpected aptitude (才能) for sport management, or realize that you love psychology!Maybe an elective course could lead you to your major. ●Meet with a CDC staff member! Your Career Development Center (CDC) is eager to help you! Meet with a peer CareerAmbassador to talk about your career goals and the options for you. Also consider scheduling an appointment with a professional staff member to discuss potential career paths, internships(实习), and more! ●Utilize the CDC's online resources! CDC offers many online resources for self-assessment and career search. We make recommendations for majors and careers based on your answers! See page 6 for more details of what we have to offer! 21. If you don't know what to choose as your future career, you need to . A. cultivate a related hobby B. aim for well-paid jobs C. consider the education requirements D. investigate different fields 22. According to the passage, CDC could . A. give major-related advice B. establish internship programmes C. define your future career goals D. select an elective course for you 23. Where is the passage probably taken from? A. A research paper. B. A commercial post. C. A college brochure. D. A recruitment notice. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 B When I was a boy there were no smart phones, computers were something you saw onSTAR TREK, and our television only got one channel clearly. Still, I was never bored. The fields, hills, and woodlands around my home were the perfect playgrounds whose adventures were only limited by my imagination. I can remember once hiking to a nearby lake and slowly walking around it. At the backside of it I was amazed to find an old, one lane, dirt road that Ihad never seen before. I immediately set out to travel it. It was full of muddy tire tracks and deep woods bordered it on both sides, but exploring it still seemed like a fine adventure. I walked on and on for what seemed like hours. I am sure my guardian angel was whispering in my ear to turn around and head back home but I was stubborn and even a bit stupid, so I walked on. The dirt road gave way to a gravel one and then a paved one, yet there was still neither a car nor a house in sight. My legs were getting tired. I noticed that the sun was starting to go down and I grew scared. I didn't want to end up trapped on this road in the dark of night, but I was sure it would be dark before I could make my way back to the lake again. I continued to walk on with the something growing inside of me. My heart was pounding and my legs were aching. I was almost in tears when I turned one last curve and saw something in the distance. It was a house that I recognized. My heart leapt up I jumped up and down and laughed out loud. I knew the way home! It was still over a mile away but my legs felt like feathers and I hurried back to my house. I walked in with a big smile on my face just in time for dinner. Then I ended my adventure with a good night's sleep. I often thought of that experience recently. Actually, in our life, all roads, no matter how they twist and turn, can lead us home again. They can lead us to our homes here on Earth.They can lead us to our homes in our hearts. May you always walk your path with love. May you always help your fellow travelers along the way. And may your roads always lead you home again. 24. Why did the author hardly feel bored when he was young? A. He could watch TV all day. B. He could have fun in nature. C. He had many friends to play with. D. He used to explore the old dirt road. 25. How did the author feel when he was exploring the dirt road? A. He was contradictory in mind. B. He was unconscious of danger. C. He was worried to be trapped in the woods. D. He was afraid of being scolded by his parents. 26. What does the underlined word“something” in Paragraph 3 probably refer to? A. Doubt. B. Hope. C. Fear. D. Courage. 27. What may be the best title for the passage? A. Every Effort Is Worthwhile B. Be Brave to Explore C. Be Determined in Your Life D. All Roads Lead Home 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 C In recent years, prefabricated dishes have grown rapidly popular in China. These are pre-cooked, seasoned, and packaged meals that require little to no preparation, offering a quick and convenient dining option without sacrificing major taste or nutrition. As people grow increasingly busier, time for cooking has become a rare resource.Prefabricated dishes address this pressing need by offering a significant reduction in meal preparation time. Other factors also contribute to their popularity— such as the convenience of e-commerce and delivery services that allow easy online ordering and quick home delivery,and the role of modern technology like vacuum and adjusted atmosphere packaging slows food spoilage. Along with precise temperature control and bacteria-killing techniques that ensure safety and quality, it is ultimately the fundamental demand for time-saving solutions in a nonstop world that serves as the primary driving force for their widespread acceptance. However, the rise of prefabricated dishes is not without concerns. Health issues remain a primary consideration, as some products contain additives and preservatives, which could pose risks if consumed excessively (过量). Additionally, when compared to traditional freshly prepared meals, they often fall short in keeping the original flavor and nutritional value. In response, governments have carried out stricter safety standards and enhanced quality control measures. Meanwhile, certain manufacturers are actively exploring the use of natural ingredients and reducing additives to improve nutritional composition. As a growing trend in China's food industry, prefabricated dishes provide undeniable convenience, yet consumers are advised to remain cautious about their dietary choices. The future of the industry relies on balanced development— where convenience, safety, and health can coexist. 28. What is the main reason behind the popularity of prefabricated dishes according to the text? A. The social trend of pursuing a modern lifestyle. B. The government's strong promotion and supports. C. The superior flavor they offer compared to home-cooked meals. D. The time-saving convenience they provide in a fast-paced society. 29. The underlined word" spoilage" in Paragraph 2 most probably means the process of . A. losing nutritional value B. changing original flavor C. becoming bad or unfit to eat D. being delivered to customers 30. Which of the following best describes the current situation of prefabricated dishes? A. They are gradually replacing traditional cooking in most households. B. They are achieving widespread acceptance and also arousing doubts. C. They are considered as equally nutritious as freshly prepared meals. D. They have mostly addressed food safety issues through regulations. 31. What is the author's attitude toward the industry's future? A. Favorable. B. Objective. C. Critical. D. Indifferent. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 White noise is defined as noise that contains a mixture of all audible frequencies that human ears can hear (about 20 hertz to 20 kilohertz). This type of noise includes low-, midrange- and high-frequency sounds. Some noise types (or colors) get their names based on colors of light wavelengths. White light contains all the frequencies in the visible range, so you can see how white noise earned its name. Another way to think about it is as"20,000tones all playing at the same time." Why is it good to sleep with white noise? It can be an effective tool for"noise masking"and help avoid trouble sleeping. Studies indicate that listening to white noise for sleep can have some payoffs, such as by blocking out other sounds that can startle you out of sleep. Researchers believe that white noise is a noise that makes someone's hearing threshold level (阀域值) reach its maximum rate, which means the presence sounds in the background become less capable of stimulating the cerebral cortex (大脑皮层) region of the brain during sleep. A study published in 2021 examined the effects of white noise on sleep for 10 New YorkCity residents who live in a high-noise environment. While the sample size is small, the data showed that"white noise significantly improved sleep based on subjective and objective measurements in subjects complaining of difficulty sleeping due to high levels of environmental noise." Further researches confirms these findings. For instance, white noise helped improved average total sleep time in patients admitted to a coronary (冠状动脉的)care unit in a 2016 study, while research published in 2022 found that critically ill patients improved their sleep quality with the use of white noise. White noise are now widely available. There's one option to use a sleep machine app on your phone if you don't want to purchase a device. If using white noise while studying, try listening to YouTube videos on your computer or phone completely for free, which can play in the background and drown out other distracting sounds. 32. Why is listening to white noise beneficial to sleep? A. It influences the colors of light wavelengths. B. It plays many tones at the same time. C. It blocks out other sounds that disturb sleep. D. It contains all audible frequencies. 33. What did the studies find about the effects of white noise on sleep? A. White noise improved the sleep of residents in noisy areas. B. White noise was only effective for the sleep of critically ill patients. C. White noise is universally effective for all types of sleep problems. D. White noise improved average total sleep time largely. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 34. How does the author introduce the ways of getting white noise? A. By listing some figures. B. By giving an example. C. By making a comparison. D. By giving a definition. 35. Which of the following would be the best title for the text? A. Why is White Noise? B. What is White Noise? C. How to Get White Noise? D. Where to Get White Noise? 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。 After hours of cooking and arranging the table, your goal is simple: to create an unforgettable dining experience for your guests. But success isn't just about fresh ingredients or cooking skills. 36 Colour's influence starts with the first glance. 37 The brain processes colour information and links it to taste, making us judge the same dish as delicious, average, or unappealing. So, making the food visually attractive is key, as guests will assume it tastes as good as it looks. For picky eaters, bowl colour is crucial. 38 They often find meals in red or blue bowls saltier than in white ones. A red bowl can also make them hesitant to try new dishes, and they might even refuse food if the bowl's colour doesn't suit them. Choosing the right tableware colour is top priority here. White plates are usually a safe choice, but avoid them with pale foods, which will look tasteless. They work well with vibrant dishes like salads or roasted meats, making the food's colours stand out. For desserts, white plates enhance sweetness and flavor intensity. 39 Black plates, for example, can make food seem saltier and larger in portion.This means dark tableware needs careful consideration of the dish's flavor and portion size.On the contrary, bright plates add creativity and highlight less colorful foods but can go wrong. 40 Matching the plate's colour too closely to the food can make portions seem smaller, as everything blends(融合). Understanding colour psychology lets you turn a simple meal into a memorable experience all through smart tableware choices. It allows you to guide your guests'perceptions subtly, ensuring that each dish not only tastes wonderful but also feels perfectly suited to the moment. A. Dark plates have more varied effects. B. They prefer simple tableware without any patterns. C. The wrong bright shade makes food look artificial. D. That initial visual impression brings about a chain reaction. E. Using the wrong colour can ruin the overall dining mood. F. Their reactions to tableware colours are often more sensitive. G. The colour of tableware like plates, shapes how guests feel about the food. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分24分) 第一节(共15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分15 分) 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 My wife and I went to Dubai for sightseeing in April this year. While we were driving across a desert, Christine spotted something 41 in the sand. We decided to investigate and drove up there. It was a camel, not moving. I got out a shovel (铲子) from my truck and 42 the camel. It was a female; we named her Stucky. It looked as if she had been 43 for hours and was in quite deep. Istarted to gently 44 the sand around her; Christine helped give Stucky water. An hour later, we still weren't making much 45 — whenever we nearly freed a leg, she would sink back into the sand. We were 46 our rescue would end in failure. 47 , at that point, two locals happened to pass by. They gave me advice and posted photos of the camel 48 on social media. Word then 49 spread to the nearby farms. Only half an hour later, a pickup 50 carrying 14 guys with all sorts of 51 tools. When we finally got her 52 , after three hours, Stucky's legs were effectively53 . We massaged (按摩) her legs to get the blood flowing. It took about 20 minutes for her to 54 . Then she turned, stretched and gave us a wink (眨眼) goodbye. It was such a 55 to watch Stucky stepping away. No other sight could have been better worth the day 41. A. abandoned B. hidden C. broken D. stuck 42. A. touched B. greeted C. recognized D. approached 43. A. trapped B. caged C. lost D. involved 44. A. attend to B. pile up C. move away D. wash down 45. A. sense B. progress C. effort D. discovery 46. A. worried B. certain C. surprised D. ashamed 47. A. possibly B. Naturally C. Luckily D. Hopefully 48. A. rescue B. encounter C. treatment D. adventure 49. A. secretly B. quickly C. narrowly D. carefully 50. A. raced B. turned C. started D. arrived 51. A. cutting B. lifting C. digging D. measuring 52. A. off B. out C. back D. away 53. A. dead B. gone C. broken D. incurable 54. A. run B. sit C. jump D. stand 55. A. success B. relief C. shock D. regret 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第二节(共6小题，每小题1.5分，满分9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的正确形式。 STOCKHOLM—— Three US- based scientists, John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and JohnM. Martinis, 56 (award) the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday. They won the prize for their discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical (量子力学的) tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit. The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences praised their experiments, 57 (say)they revealed quantum physics in action. It stressed that 58 makes the discovery special is its mix of theory and practice: it not only confirms a key quantum principle, but also provides a 59 (practice) solution for testing quantum effects in real- world devices. Quantum mechanics allows particles (粒子) 60 (pass) through barriers, a process 61 (call) tunnelling. Normally, such effects fade when many particles are involved, but their experiments showed quantum behavior can still appear on a large scale. “Quantum mechanics is not just a theory —— it serves as the basis of all digital technology we use now,” said Olle Eriksson, chair of the Nobel Committee for Physics. 第四部分写作(共三节，满分46分) 第一节英汉互译(共4小题，每小题1.5分，满分6分) 62. How this could be done was a challenging question at the time. 63. Accordingly, he had the handle of the pump removed so that it could not be used. 64.身为土地之子，他不在乎名利。 65.斯诺(Snow)怀疑水泵就是罪魁祸首。 第二节应用文写作(满分15分) 对于青少年来说，楷模的影响是深远的。它对塑造青少年的理想、态度乃至行为都起着重要作用。请你以此为主题写一篇倡议书发表在你校英文报上，号召同学们学习一个楷模人物(如科学家、运动员、医生等)。内容包括： 1.简要介绍人物的事迹、主要贡献和优秀品质； 2.发出倡议。 注意： 1.词数100左右； 2.开头已给出，不计入总词数。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 A Role Model We should Follow As teenagers, we are easily influenced by those around us. 第三节 (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。 Thirty years ago, David had inherited a jewelry shop from his grandfather. Since then, he had managed the shop, collecting and selling all kinds of jewelry. In the little front window,gold rings, silver earrings, necklaces and other beautiful items of jewelry were all on display for passers-by to see. On a sunny winter afternoon, a little boy was standing before the window, his forehead against the glass, studying each treasure, as if he were looking for something special. Finally,he straightened up with a satisfied smile and entered the shop. “Mister, can I see the blue necklace in the window please?” the little boy asked David eagerly. The necklace had been bought for $100 from a middle-aged lady a few months ago, who seemed in great need of money. David lifted out the necklace. “Are you buying it for someone?” David asked. “It is for my mother. It looks just like the one she lost recently. You see, this will be the first Christmas since my father passed away. I' ve been looking for the most wonderful present for her. Will you wrap it up pretty for me, please?” “How much money do you have?” asked David. The little boy poured out a handful of pennies on the counter and explained, “I emptied my bank.” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 David looked at him thoughtfully. Then he carefully drew back the necklace. The price tag (标签) was visible to him but not to the little boy. How could he tell him?“Just a minute,”he said, and then turned towards the back of the store and removed the price tag. Over his shoulder, he called,“What's your name?” “Jimmy.” When David returned to where Jimmy waited, a package lay in his hand, wrapped in blue paper and tied with a red ribbon (丝带).“Here you are,” he said. Jimmy took it carefully and smiled happily at the shop owner over his shoulder as he ran out of the door. 注意： 1.续写词数应为150 左右； 2.请按如下格式在相应位置作答。 Jimmy got home and gave the gift to his mom. Jimmy's mother packed the necklace back up again and said,“Let's go back to the shop” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 三明一中2025-2026学年上学期12月月考 高二英语参考答案 第一部分 听力(共两节，每小题1.5分，满分30分) 1~5 BBCAA 6~10 BCBAC 11~15 ABCBA 16~20 AACCC 第二部分 阅读(共两节，每小题2.5分，满分50分) 21~23 DAC 24~27BACD 28~31DCBB 32~35CABA 36~40 GDFAC 第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分24分) 第一节 41~45DDACB 46~50ACABD 51~55CBADB 第二节 56. were awarded 57. saying 58. what 59. practical 60. to pass 61. called 第四部分写作(共三节，满分46分) 第一节 62.如何实现这一目标成为当时一个具挑战性的问题。 63.于是，他让人拆掉了水泵的把手，这样水泵就用不成了。 64. As a man of the soil, he cares little for celebrity or money. 65. Snow suspected that the water pump was to blame. 第二节 参考范文1 A Role Model We should Follow As teenagers, we are easily influenced by those around us. A positive role model can inspire our dreams, shape our attitudes and guide our actions. Today, I strongly advocate that we learn from Yuan Longping — the“Father of Hybrid Rice”. He devoted his life to agricultural research, overcoming countless challenges to feed millions. His perseverance, creativity and selflessness teach us that true success lies in contributing to society. Let's follow his example: study diligently, dare to innovate, and care for others. Small efforts today will lead to great achievements tomorrow! Start today— be inspired, take action, and make a difference 高二英语 第 1 页共 4 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 第三节 参考范文 Jimmy got home and gave the gift to his mom. His mother was surprised and happy when she opened the package, tears of joy and excitement shimmering in her eyes. As she examined it closer, her heart sank suddenly. The necklace Jimmy had given her was the same one that she had sold in desperation. Shocked, the mother gasped,“It can't be! How did you ever afford this, my dear boy?” Jimmy, beaming with pride, simply said,“I used all my savings.The shopkeeper was very kind.” The mom just murmured in response,“There must be something wrong.” Jimmy was confused at his mother's sudden change of attitude, not knowing what had happened. Jimmy's mother packed the necklace back up again and said,“Let's go back to the shop!”On the way to the shop, his mother explained that the necklace was worth more than a hundred dollars, and that the shop owner must have made a mistake. However, when they got there, David refused to take the necklace back.“Your son's gesture is priceless,” David said with a smile.“Keep the necklace as a reminder of his love.” Deeply moved and grateful,Jimmy and his mother left the shop. It is love that makes the world go around, whether it's love from your family or love from strangers. 录音原文 Text 1 M: Linda, any plans for Saturday night? I heard there's a new movie called Wish coming out. W: Oh, I' ve been wanting to watch that Count me in! M: OK Let's go to the theatre after dinner at home. Text 2 W: Hey Joey I heard you went to the hospital yesterday. Is everything okay? M: Yeah, it's just my yearly physical examination. Nothing to worry about. W: That's good to hear. Good luck and take care! Catch up with you later Text 3 W: Excuse me, I bought this shirt for my husband yesterday, but it seems it doesn't fit him well. M: OK. What do you want to do with it? W: Do you have any other styles? M: Sure, let me show you some other options that might fit better. Text 4 M: Monica, how's your history paper going? W: Oh, I'm just struggling to get started. It's meeting the deadline, but I' ve only collected 高二英语 第 2 页 共 4 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 some material. M: How about studying at the library together after class? W: I totally agree. Text 5 W: Oh, no, the light bulb in the kitchen went out again! M: Should we get an electrician to take a look? I'm tired of dealing with the bulb. W: OK. I' ll ask our neighbors if they can recommend someone. M: Hopefully they can come soon. I must get supper ready before Anna comes back. Text 6 Jason, I noticed you' ve been posting a lot of artwork on social media lately. Are you into collecting pictures? M: Actually, I'm more into photography. I love capturing wonderful moments with my camera. W: I thought you liked painting, just like me. How did you get interested in photography? M: I love how an incredible photo tells a story and inspires emotions. W: Then do you have your favorite style of photography? M: Yeah. I usually focus on nature and landscape photography. Exploring different locations to record breathtaking scenes makes me creative. Text 7 M: We' ve been sitting here for 30 minutes, but the waiter hasn't checked on us even once! W: Yeah. When I asked to place an order just now, they turned a deaf ear. What bad service! M: Let's not waste time here and go to the new Italian restaurant. W: Restaurant Mosca's? Good idea! I' ve seen amazing reviews about its dishes. Let me check if we can order online ahead. M: Right. In that case, we can place our order beforehand so it should be ready when we get there. It's fairly close by. We can just walk to it. W: Perfect. I'm done with my dishes. Just add yours now. M: OK. What about our car? Are we just going to leave it here? W: No worries. We' ll come back later to get our car and go home. M: Great. Let's go. Text 8 M: Ella, we' re finally taking a family trip to Yellowstone National Park! I think we should start looking for hotels as soon as possible. W: Totally! Have you found anything good yet? M: Check this out! I found a super affordable hotel. It's Holiday Inn. W: Hmm, it's a little far from the park. I'd rather pay extra to stay max 15 minutes from the 高二英语 第 3 页共 4 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 park to save time and see more sights. M: Well, you make a good point. Let's dig into more guides and find a nice hotel nearby. W: OK. What about the entrance fee and flight tickets? Do we need to book beforehand? M: Yes. An entrance pass for a car costs $35. But the flight tickets will rise as the holiday comes. For now, it's $150 per seat. W: Book them now, and don't forget to use Archer's student card. It's 30% off with it. M: Got it. Text 9 W: John, aren't you supposed to have an interview today? Why are you still here? M: Not today. It's tomorrow. W: Oh right, it's Wednesday today. What position are you interviewing for? M: A marketing position. It's mainly responsible for online business activities. W: It seems a great fit for your background in communications and writing. M: Yes I'm excited about the chance to work with their creative team. Honestly, though, I'm nervous. W: Are you worried that you' re not experienced enough? M: No. When I once interviewed for an assistant, I was too nervous to speak with the manager.I don't want to leave that bad impression again. W: Take a deep breath and be confident. Try actively listening. That's the most important.Then answer their questions sincerely. Come up with some specific examples of your achievements at college. M: I' ll try. Thanks for the advice. I' ll let you know how it goes. W: Don't be stressed. I' ll keep my fingers crossed for you. Text 10 M: Hello everyone. Here, I'd like to recognize my teammate Tom as the most valuable player.Tom's love for basketball is impressive. During the challenging practices when most of us were tired and about to quit, it was Tom who pulled us together, inspiring us to keep moving and push through our limits. His determination motivated us to give our all until the very end.Certainly, Tom is a talented athlete. During this high-pressure game, Tom always remained cool under pressure. That's what I admire most about him. In this championship game, with only seconds left, Tom had the winning shot in his hands. Beyond his talent on the playground,Tom is thoughtful and kind. Just last month, our teammate James was sick and missed over a week of school and practice. As soon as Tom found it out, he went to visit James, bringing encouragement from the team. He spent hours with James, talking about schoolwork he'd missed and encouraging him not to get anxious about the training. Tom shows true sportsmanship and I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this title. Let's hear it for Tom! 高二英语 第 4 页 共 4 页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $