山东省泰安市2025-2026学年高三上学期期末考试英语试题

试卷类型：A 高三年级考试 英语试题 2026.01 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上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用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。 3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并收回。 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 对话读两遍。 1.Which class is Jake taking now? A.The cookery class. B.The photography class. C.The car mechanics class. 2.What is the woman looking for? A.Her keys. B.Her bag. C.Her phone. 3.What is the relationship between the speakers? A.Interviewer and interviewee. B.Employer and employee. C.Colleagues. 4.What does the woman decide to do? A.See a doctor. B.Drink more water. C.Choose low-sugar juice. 5.What will the man do? A.Make a phone call. B.Offer the order number. C.Show his driving license. 高三英语试题第1页（共12页） 架 扫描全能王创建 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.What are the speakers mainly talking about? A.A failed contract. B.An annoying client. C.A financial problem. 7.How does the woman feel now? A.Annoyed. B.Disappointed. C.Relieved. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8.Why did the girl turn around in chemistry class? A.To ask her teacher for help. B.To respond to her classmate. C.To follow the experiment steps. 9.What happened during the experiment? A.A fire suddenly broke out. B.The girl knocked the test tubes over. C.Some smoke was produced due to a mistake. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10.What will Thomas mainly discuss on the show? A.How to reuse unwanted items. B.How to find recyclable materials. C.How to conduct everyday recycling. 11.What can we learn about upcycling? A.It needs specific materials. B.It has become a recent trend. C.It requires complex techniques. 12.What will be shown next? A.A sponsor's talk. B.Some upcycling activities C.A few adyertisements. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13.Who inspired Ben to be a shoemaker? A.His friend. B.His wife. C.A dancer. 14.What did Ben first work as? A.A builder. B.A shopkeeper. C.A deliveryman. 高三英语试题第2页（共12页） 架 扫描全能王创建 15.What is the hardest part for Ben? A.High physical demands B.Pressure from customers. C.Much repetitive work. 16.What does Ben do if people come to see him work? A.He welcomes them. B.He talks to them. C.He tries to ignore them 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17.What do we know about the castle for the winner to visit? A.It has a history of less than 100 years. B.It was created by Walt Disney C.It appeared in some films 18.Who is probably Don Leek? A.An artist. B.A tour guide. C.A reporter. 19.How many towns have been explored for the program? A.6. B.10. C.16. 20.Why does the speaker give the talk? A.To promote a competition. B.To introduce a castle. C.To advertise a film. 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 China is rapidly aging,with over 21%of its population projected to be 65 or older by 2035,which leads to a growing dependence on nursing homes (NH).However,facilities there often struggle with high costs and limited medical services. In response,the government is promoting "smart nursing homes"through initiatives like "Healthy China 2030."These modern facilities use technological integration to enhance long- term disease management and support the deeply held desire among the elderly to "age in place”safely. Despite this vision,a significant problem remains:acceptance.The success of these smart homes critically depends on their perceived acceptability to the elderly and their families. Research indicates that their willingness to adopt such technology is not a given;it is shaped by subjective factors like how useful and easy-to-use they find the technology,as well as personal circumstances like age,income,and health status. 高三英语试题第3页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 Phase I:Qualitative study Phase lI:Questionnaire development Phase III:Quantitative study 3 months 3 months 4 months Exploraton of the expectations and acceptability of a smart Develop a new instrument A nationwide survey on expectations and acceptability NI (a questionnaire） of a smart NH Results Data collection Results VeChat Data analysis ocus groups theoretical mode A recent study,as detailed in the accompanying diagram,was designed specifically to investigate these human factors.Phase I was a qualitative exploration conducted over three months in Dalian and Hainan.Through focus groups and individual interviews,researchers gathered deep insights into the expectations and reservations of potential users,forming a foundational theoretical model.Phase II focused on translating these qualitative findings into a reliable quantitative tool.This involved a three-month process of developing and assessing a detailed questionnaire,which was then used in a nationwide survey to measure attitudes on a broader scale in Phase III. Ultimately,the journey of smart nursing homes in China is not merely a technological challenge but a human one.Their sustainable future depends on a successful combination of advanced innovation with a deep understanding of the users'needs,perceptions,and emotional comfort. 21.Which phase includes both individual interviews and focus groups interviews? A.Phase I:Qualitative study. B.Both Phase I and Phase II. C.Phase III:Quantitative study D.Phase II:Questionnaire development. 22.What is the key difference between Phase I and Phase II of the study? A.Phase I cost shorter time than Phase II. B.Phase I was nationwide,while Phase II was local. C.Phase I used surveys,while Phase II used interviews. D.Phase I created a model,while Phase II developed a tool. 23.Why was the study conducted according to the passage? A.To solve the rapid aging problem in China. B.To show that people in different cities have different needs. C.To investigate whether the elderly accept smart nursing homes D.To prove the technologies used in smart nursing homes are reliable. 高三英语试题第4页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 B In a plum (garden in the Jielong township of Southwest China's Chongqing,44- year-old Tao Heng set up her phone in a nearby studio to sell plums in front of the camera with a smile.No one would have known that the confident live-streamer had been frozen by nerves during her first broadcast. In Chongqing's Zili village,70-year-old entrepreneur Chen Kaorong walks through rows of pomelo(抽子）trees.“I just couldn't bear to see locals cut down their fruit trees for firewood due to the poor sale,"she recalls. Though they have different backgrounds and age groups,these women share a common thread,having all seized the opportunities presented by the digital age to transform their rural communities.Women in rural China now make up over half of the rural workforce,and in recent years,have been rising as key drivers of rural revival. "After establishing the pomelo planting cooperative,I invited experts to provide technical guidance to enhance the variety and quality.I am eager to help locals prosper and build a strong pomelo brand,"Chen says. Tao has also established a vocational training school that trains over 100 locals each year, helping her community-especially stay-at-home mothers -find employment."Leading everyone in my hometown to increase their income and prosperity gives me great motivation," Tao says.She is particularly pleased when she sees rural women who had once been shy now confidently introducing agricultural products before the camera to customers. Based on the efforts of female entrepreneurs like Tao and Chen,the Chongqing Women's League has created a public brand channel to sell 5,317 quality products in the online marketplace.The League is collaborating with e-commerce platforms like Amazon and JD.com to help these unique products reach international markets,enabling women to contribute more to the country's rural revival. 24.How did Tao Heng feel during her first livestreaming attempt? A.Thrilled and natural. B.Tense and stressed. C.Confident and professional. D.Bored and impatient. 25.What contributions did women like Tao and Chen make? A.Enhancing the local economy. B.Creating a beloved agricultural brand. C.Replacing traditional farming methods. D.Establishing their own personal business. 高三英语试题第5页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 26.Why did the author mention the vocational training school? A.To show the significance of formal education for rural women. B.To illustrate Tao's pioneering role in empowering the community. C.To argue that vocational training is more effective than self-learning. D.To highlight the government's leading role in organizing such schools. 27.What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A.It argues the impact of e-commerce platforms. B.It summarizes the personal efforts of Tao and Chen. C.It explains the importance women play in rural revival. D.It stresses the government involvement in promoting e-commerce. 0 A new research found a systematic review of the available evidence,published in the journal BMJ Public Health.Video gamers worldwide may be risking irreversible hearing loss or constant ringing in the ears-a condition that exists permanently and can't be repaired even with advanced medical intervention. To build an evidence base,the researchers investigated relevant studies and white papers published worldwide.The review included 14 peer reviewed studies from 9 countries in North America,Europe,Asia and Australia,involving a total of 53,833 people.The studies involved epidemiological (observation,the associations between hearing loss and computer or video games and the focuses on gaming centers and mobile devices. Reported sound levels ranged from 43.2 decibels(dB)()on mobile devices to 80- 89 dB in gaming centers while length of noise exposure varied by mode and frequency of access-from daily to once a month,for at least an hour at a time,averaging 3 hours/week. Researchers found that sounds reached levels as high as 119 dB during game play;acceptable exposure limits are around 100 dB for children and 130-140 dB for adults.For children,the allowable noise exposure level is defined as 75 dB for 40 hours a week.Children can therefore safely listen to an 83 dB sound for around 6.5 hours,86 dB for around 3.25 hours,92 dB for 45 minutes,and 98 dB for only 12 minutes a week,explained the researchers. The researchers therefore concluded that the daily level of sound exposure from video games was close to maximum acceptable levels of sound exposure,and gaming headphones could reach unsafe listening levels,which could place some gamers at risk of forever hearing loss. Further research is essential to inform preventive measures and global policy initiatives, the researchers suggest.There are also several key gaps in the available evidence,for example, the impact of e-sports,geographic region,gender and age on hearing loss. 高三英语试题第6页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 28.What does the word"irreversible"most probably mean in paragraph one? A.Severe. B.Relevant. C.Incurable. D.Unnoticeable. 29.Which conclusion agrees with the research findings? A.86 dB is safe for children for 4 hours weekly. B.Adults can safely be exposed to 119 dB for at least one hour. C.Higher sound levels mean longer safe exposure time for children. D.75 dB allows longer weekly safe exposure than 98 dB for children. 30.What will follow-up research probably focus on? A.Related regulations on video games. B.Sound levels of various gaming platforms. C.Detailed preventive measures on hearing loss. D.Investigation into other factors of hearing loss 31.Which is the best title for this passage? A.What a Hidden Risk! B.Why Research Gaps? C.How to Protect Hearing? D.Further Research Urgent! D The Geminid meteor()shower,an annual highlight for skywatchers,is set to reach its peak intensity in mid-December.Under ideal conditions of clear and dark skies,observers may witness an impressive display of up to 100 meteors per hour streaking()across the night sky. The peak is forecast for the night of Saturday,December 13th,with best viewing expected in the hours after midnight.While activity continues at lower levels until around December 20th,the highest frequency occurs during this short window.For the best experience,astronomy experts recommend finding a location far from urban light pollution,allowing your eyes 20-30 minutes to fully adapt to the darkness,and using nothing but the naked eye.Telescopes and binoculars,despite their uses elsewhere,are having the opposite effect as they restrict the wide field of view essential for spotting meteors. What makes the Geminids particularly interesting to scientists is their origin.Unlike most major meteor showers born from icy comets,the Geminids are linked to 3200 Phaethon.As 高三英语试题第7页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 可只 Earth's orbit carries us through the trace of remains left by Phaethon,grains knock into our atmosphere at great speed,vaporizing (in brilliant flashes.These streaks of light all appear to originate from a single point within the constellation (Gemini,which gives the shower its name. A distinctive feature of the Geminids is their occasional display of colors,most notably a greenish color,which serves as a direct indicator of their chemical composition.Specific metals, such as magnesium(Mg)and nickel (Ni),glow with characteristic colors as they burn up.First recorded in 1862,the Geminid shower has been observed to grow in intensity year by year.This trend suggests that Earth is passing through an increasingly thick stream of Phaethon's remians,promising even more spectacular shows for future generations.It stands as a beautiful reminder of the dynamic nature of our universal neighborhood. 32.What is the main purpose of the passage? A.To advertise a public stargazing event. B.To argue for the reduction of urban light pollution. C.To present scientific data on planet 3200 Phaethon. D.To provide an overview of the Geminid meteor shower 33.According to the experts,what is the key to the best meteor-watching experience? A.Observing from a brightly lit city park. B.A dark environment and unaided vision. C.Starting to watch immediately at sunset. D.Using advanced binoculars to see details 34.What can be inferred about the Geminid meteor shower from the last paragraph? A.Its unusual colors make it invisible to the naked eye. B.Its intensity is expected to decrease in the coming years. C.Its annual change offers clues about the remains in space D.It was first discovered by studying its chemical composition. 35.Which of the following statements is TRUE based on the passage? A.Meteor color indicates its materials B.The shower is most active in the early evening. C.The best viewing is expected on December 20th. D.Phaethon runs into our atmosphere at high speed. 高三英语试题第8页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 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 Librarian's Gift The school library was always a place of quiet order,but it felt impersonal to Lena,a new student struggling to find her place.That was until she met Mrs.Davies,the librarian.Unlike any adult Lena had known,Mrs.Davies had a way of making everyone feel seen.36 One rainy Tuesday,feeling particularly lonely,Lena wandered around the bookshelves after the bell rang.Mrs.Davies approached,not with a question,but with a quiet observation. "I've noticed you often look at the travel section,"she said softly.She then reached for a book with a worn blue cover.37 "This one found me at your age,"she said,and handed it to Lena without another word. It wasn't a grand gesture,but at that moment,it felt like a lifeline.38 She learned that Mrs.Davies had once traveled widely,and that this job was a choice to surround herself with stories and young minds.Her recommendations were never random;they were quiet invitations into different worlds. Lena started visiting the library daily.She read the book,then another that Mrs.Davies suggested.Slowly,the world within the pages felt more familiar than the hallways of the school. 39 The library had transformed from a silent room into a space of endless possibility,all because one person had paid attention. On the last day of school,Lena returned the blue book."Thank you,"she said,her voice thick with emotion.Mrs.Davies simply smiled,her eyes understanding.40 She knew that the right story,given at the right time,could itself be a guide A.She began to see the library through Mrs.Davies's eyes. B.It was a novel about a journey,both external and internal. C.Curious,Lena started to learn more about the woman behind the desk. D.Her smile was genuine and always quick to offer book recommendations. E.She has a quiet talent for matching a restless heart with the very story it needed. F.She didn't need to say more;the connection they had built through books was enough. G.It felt like a key had been turned,unlocking a door Lena hadn't even known was closed. 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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Disney cruise turned into a real-life recovery drama when a child fell overboard on Sunday afternoon.The swift mission at sea sparked praise for the crew's emergency 41. 高三英语试题第9页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 可只 The incident occurred as the Disney Dream sailed on a round-trip journey.Passenger Frantz told the press that he was playing chess on the deck 42 he saw the girl,who had been sitting on the ship's rail while her father took a picture,43 into the water. The father leapt into the ocean instantly after his daughter in a/an 44 to save her.Some passengers noticed a sudden 45 outside and dashed out to see what happened.They were holding their breath,watching 46. A yellow rescue boat with crew members was 47,and the ship itself made a sharp turn to the spot.The two guests were 48 within minutes."We 49 our Crew Members for their exceptional skills and quick reaction,which ensured the safe 50 of both guests to the ship," Disney said in a statement. After the rescue,the Disney Dream 51 its journey.All the people breathed a sigh of relief after witnessing the urgent recovery mission 52 in real time and were able to enjoy the rest of the journey. "The terrifying accident reminded us all of what truly 53,"one passenger reflected."In the face of danger,it's the 54 and courage that pull us 55-it's what makes us human." 41.A.forecast B.response C.procedure D.judgment 42.A.while B.as C.when D.since 43.A.hurrying B.floating C.diving D.slipping 44.A.offer B.attempt C.way D.mission 45.A.celebration B.quarrel C.chaos D.attack 46.A.anxiously B.patiently C.eagerly D.curiously 47.A.equipped B.assigned C.applied D.refueled 48.A.spotted B.rescued C.detected D.relieved 49.A.inspired B.condemned C.awarded D.applauded 50.A.restoration B.survival C.return D.arrival 51.A.carried out B.carried on C.held on D.set out 52.A.demonstrate B.advance C.launch D.unfold 53.A.accounts B.counts C.dominates D.functions 54.A.unity B.struggle C.union D.generosity 55.A.over B.through C.up D.in 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to John Clarke,Michel H.Devoret,and John M.Martinis_56_their discovery of macroscopic quantum(宏观量子)phenomena in electric systems.Their work,which many believe 57(be)a cornerstone for future quantum 高三英语试题第10页（共12页） 扫描全能王创建 可只高三英语考试 英语试题参考答案及评分标谁 2026.01 第一部分听力（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分） 1~5 BCABB 6~10 ACBCA 11~15 BCBCA 16~20 CCABA 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） 21-23 ADC 24-27 BABD 28-31 CDDA 32-35 DBCA 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）》 36.E37.B38.C39.A40.F 第三部分语言运用（共两节；满分30分） 第一节完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 41-45 BCDBC 46-50 ABBDC 51-55 BDBAB 第二节语法填空（共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56.for 57.is 58.towering 59.poured 60.whose 61.exhibits 62.displaying 63.drawn 64.What 65.extraordinarily 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） (略)》 评分原则： 1.本题总分为15分，按三个档次给分。 2.评分时，先根据文章的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来 衡量确定或调整档次，最后给分。 3.评分时应考虑：内容是否完整，条理是否清楚，交际是否得体，语言是否准确。 4.拼写、标点符号或书写影响内容表达时，应视其影响程度予以考虑。英、美拼写及 词汇用法均可接受。 5.词数少于70，从总分中减去2分。 第三档(11-15分) ·完全完成了试题规定的任务。 ·内容完整，条理清楚； ·交际得体，表达时充分考虑到了交际的需求；体现出较强的语言运用能力。完全达 到了预期的写作目的。 第二档(6-10分) 高三英语试题参考答案第1页（共6页） ·基本完成了试题规定的任务。 ·内容、条理和交际等方面基本符合要求； ·所用语法和词汇满足了任务的要求； ·语法和用词方面有一些错误，但不影响理解。 ·基本达到了预期的写作目的。 第一档(1-5分) ·未恰当完成试题规定的任务。 ·内容不完整； ·所用词汇有限，语法或用词方面的错误影响了对所写内容的理解。 ·未能清楚地传达信息。 0分 ·未能传达任何信息；写的内容与要求无关。 第二节（满分25分） (one possible version) I boarded the train in a hurry.As I found my seat and settled down,the crumpled tram ticket in my hand reminded me of the driver's warm help.The train pulled out of the station, and I stared at the ticket,tracing the faint printed words"Line 28"with my finger.I felt a surge of gratitude,regretting not even saying a proper thank-you.The winter rain outside seemed less cold,and the memory of the driver's gentle wave kept lingering in my mind,making the long overnight journey feel warm. Still stuck on that unspoken thank-you,I set out for Lisbon months later.I went to the tram station of Line 28 early in the morning,showing the crumpled ticket to every staff member I encountered.With their assistance,I obtained Carlos's address where I met the gray-haired man.His eyes lit up the instant he saw me.I handed him a box of local desserts as a gift, expressing my sincere gratitude.Carlos smiled,"It's just a small favor.Helping others is what we should do."We chatted for a while,and I left with a heart full of warmth,knowing this stranger's kindness would stay with me forever. 一、评分原则 1.本题总分为25分，按5个档次给分。 2.评分时，先根据所续写短文的内容和语言初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的 要求来衡量，确定或调整档次，最后给分。 3.词数少于130的，从总分中减去2分。 4.评分时，应主要从以下四个方面考虑： (1)与所给短文及段落开头语的衔接程度： (2)内容的丰富性： (3)应用语法结构和词汇的丰富性和准确性： (4)上下文的连贯性。 5.拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个重要方面，评分时，应视其对交际的影响程 高三英语试题参考答案第2页（共6页） 度予以考虑。 6.如书写较差以致影响交际，可将分数降低一个档次。 二、各档次的给分范围和要求 第五档(21-25) 一与所给短文融洽度高，与所提供各段落开头语衔接合理。 内容丰富。 所使用语法结构和词汇丰富、准确，可能有些许错误，但完全不影响意义表达。 有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使所续写短文结构紧凑。 第四档(16-20) 与所给短文融洽度较高，与所提供各段落开头语衔接较为合理。 内容比较丰富。 所使用语法结构和词汇较为丰富、准确，可能有些许错误，但不影响意义表达。 比较有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使所续写的短文结构紧凑。 第三档(11-15) 与所给短文关系较为密切，与所提供各段落开头语有一定程度的衔接。 写出了若干有关内容。 应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求，虽有一些错误，但不影响意义表达。 应用简单的语句间连接成分，使全文内容连贯。 第二档(6-10) 与所给短文有一定的关系，与所提供各段落开头语有一定程度的衔接。 写出了一些有关内容。 语法结构单调，词汇项目有限，有些语法结构和词汇方面的错误，影响了意义的表 达。 一较少使用语句间的连接成分，全文内容缺少连贯性。 第一档1-5 一与所提供短文和开头语的衔接较差。 一产出内容较少。 高三英语试题参考答案第3页（共6页） (Text 1) W:How are your car mechanics classes going,Jake? M:Actually,I stopped learning it. W:Ah,did you decide to do the cookery class? M:No,I got a new camera for my last birthday,so I decided to learn how to use it properly. (Text 2) W:This is crazy.I've looked everywhere. M:I can't believe you've lost your keys again.Why don't you keep them in your bag? W:I haven't lost the keys.Well,can you call me?I might be able to hear it. (Text 3) W:What made you decide to become a civil engineer? M:Well,I've always wanted to do something practical.Civil engineers build roads and bridges. W:Why do you want to work with this company? M:Um,your company is well known,and hopefully I'll have opportunities to develop my skills. (Text 4) W:My doctor says I need to drink more water,but I prefer juice. M:Yeah,but water would be much better for you than all that sugary juice you always drink. W:OK,I'm going to give it a shot and see if I get used to it. (Text 5) W:Could I see your confirmation email for the parcel,please? M:Ah,I didn't know I needed it.Is it all right if I just show you my driving license? W:I'm sorry,but I need the order number. M:Well,I think I can find it on my phone. (Text 6) W:Have you heard that the contract has been canceled? M:No,I had no idea.You must be really annoyed after all the work you put into it. W:Yes,I was.I spent three weeks putting it all together,and the client was really positive about it.But then I found out that they were in some financial difficulty. M:It was a huge contract,wasn't it?What are you going to do now? W:Well,we've just had a big order from another client.So that's taken any pressure off. (Text7)110做错实验 W:You won't believe what happened in chemistry class today,and it was all my fault. M:What did you do? W:Well,we were doing this experiment... M:Let me guess.You mixed the wrong liquids and caused a big fire. W:Not exactly.John said something to me,so I turned around to see what he wanted... M:And you knocked the test tubes over... W:Will you let me finish?I didn't hear what the teacher said,and I added the powder to the 高三英语试题参考答案第4页（共6页） wrong liquid.Within seconds,the mixture started smoking a little.But our teacher quickly stepped in,and then she reminded everyone of the importance of following the steps. (Text 8) W:Next on the show,Thomas Ryan,our special guest.So,what have you got for us today, Thomas? M:Recycling.I'm not talking about everyday recycling,but upcycling.Upcycling is recycling on a small,individual level.Taking an old,unloved,unwanted item and adding new life to it has become popular in recent years.So today I'm going to experiment with some of the most common techniques for bringing new life into old things. W:What kind of things can be upcycled? M:Almost anything!Whatever your item,I guarantee you'll leave the show today armed with the skills needed to make amazing things for your home. W:OK,Thomas,before we all head straight for the materials table though,let's take a quick break for some ads from our sponsors and we'll be right back. (Text 9) W:Good morning,Ben Whittaker.You make ballet shoes for dancers.How did you get into that? M:Well,I might've gone into the building trade like my friend did if I hadn't met my wife.She worked in a dance shop and was always talking about shoes and who made them.I started off here in the workshop,packing up the ballet shoes and making sure every order got to the customer on time.One day,when I watched the makers,I asked if I could have a go.It came naturally to me! W:Is it a challenging job? M:You bet!People underestimate the strength required-sometimes I can't feel my hands at the end of the day.That's the toughest thing because you've got to get up and start all over again the next day. W:I believe dancers come to watch you at work? M:Yes,they do!Usually,they watched and talked and then started clapping.I just wanted to hide!I'd been warned it might happen,but I'm still uncomfortable with it-I'm just doing my job. W:That sounds interesting. (Text 10) W:Now,let's start with the first prize for this week's competition-a visit to a castle,but not just any old castle.It looks just like the fairy tale castle you see in Walt Disney films.And that' s because it's the model Walt Disney used for the castles he put in films such as Cinderella.It' s the castle at Neuschwanstein in Germany.King Ludwig of Bavaria created this amazing architectural wonder over a hundred years ago,in 1881. And for the runners-up,we have prepared ten models of the castle.But these aren't just any 高三英语试题参考答案第5页（共6页） old models-they've been made by Don Leek,who spent months researching,sculpting,and improving every detail of the castle.They're absolutely wonderful and will beautify any home. So what do you have to do to win the holiday or the model castle?It's very simple,and it'll show how hard you've been listening to the program.For this program,our reporters visited ten towns in six countries.We want you to name the reporters and the towns and countries they visited,in the same order you heard them.We also want you to say which of those towns you would most like to visit and say why.Please put your answers on a postcard and send them to us here at the studio. 高三英语试题参考答案第6页（共6页）