河南省许昌市禹州市第三高级中学2025-2026学年高二上学期1月月考英语试题

绝密女启用前 菁华校区高二第二次阶段性考试英语试题 2026年1月 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闷读下一小题。每段 对话读两遍。 1.What will the speakers most likely to do after lunch? A.Write a paper. B.Attend a workshop C.Visit a slore. 2.What did the man's sister major in? A.Fashion design. B.Medicine. C.Engineering. 3.What is the main topic of the conversation? A.Gifts for a friend. B.A literature event. C.A going-away party 4.Where are the speakers probably? A.At a cafe. B.At a univcrsity. C.At an animal sheltcr 5.How can the man's recipe be described? A.It's a reward. B.It's a success. C.It's a problem 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6.Where are the speakers? A.At Tom's house. B.In a mecting room. C.At a train station. 7.How docs the woman probably feel in the cnd? A.Worried. B.Relicycd. C.Angry. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.What is the man's problem? A.He has a temperature. B.He is struggling to save energy. C.He is too cold to do his work 9.Where does the conversation probably take place? A.In an office. B.In the woman's house. C.In a school. 10.What does the woman suggest? A.Stopping working right now. B.Taking better care of their health. C.Discussing the issue with the leader. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11.How do the speakers feel now? A.Bored. B.Disappointed. C.Excited. 12.What is probably the woman's main interest? A.Model cars. B.Doll's houses. C.Model trains. 13.What will the man probably do first? A.Go to the bathroom. B.Get something to eat. C.Buy the tickets. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14.What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A.Mother and son. B.Strangers C.Teacher and student. 15.What month is it now? A.September. B.October C.November 16.What sport was the man involved in? A.Football. B.Swimming. C.Basketball. 17.What does the man probably want to be in the.future? A.A doctor. B.An athlete. C.An artist. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18.What is the main focus of the program? A.Scientific exploration. B.Artistic appreciation. C.Management skills. 1/8 19.What will students need to do at the start of the program? A.Sit an exam B.Give a report. C.Design an experiment. 20.What is special about the program? A.It stresses theoretical study. B.It organizes activities outside school. C.It specializes in computer-assisted research. 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，选出最佳答案。 A Tour 1-22 DAY FIVE STANS UNVEILED Explore the heart of Central Asia on this glorious journey.Discover ancient cities, stunning landscapes,and highlights like Samarkand's Registan Square,the Seven Lakes of Tajikistan,and majestic Charyn Canyon.Immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of the Silk Road. .Fully escorted by expert local guides .Airport transfers and dedicated transport .Breakfast daily,6 lunches,5 dinners DEPARTS AUG2025 TO OCT 2026 Tour 2-14 DAY CHINA UNCOVERED &YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE Tick off the major sights of China,a country of contrasts and breathtaking icons,and of course,delicious cuisine.Plus,sail the tranquil Yangtze River with scenic views and exciting on-shore excursions. .Fully escorted by expert tour guide Flight from Xi'an to Yichang Breakfast daily,7 lunches,5 dinners .DEPARTS JULY 2025 TO NOV 2025 Tour 3 -17 DAY VIETNAM CAMBODIA WITH MEKONG RIVER CRUISE Experience these two beautiful countries in comfort and style.Journey through bustling cities,relax on luxury cruises on Halong Bay and Mekong River and explore ancient temples and charming villages. -Small group tour,maximum 22 guests .Overnight cruise Breakfast daily,9 lunches,11 dinners -DEPARTS JUNE 2025 TO APR 2026 Tour 4-14 DAY SRI LANKA GROUP TOUR Visit Yala National Park,Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress,a tea plantation,unwind at a coastal resort,tour Kandy by three-wheeled taxi,start a private jeep safari and take a scenic boat ride on Madu River .Small group tour,maximum 16 guests Expert,English-speaking guides Breakfast and dinner daily,5 lunches DEPARTS SEPT2025 TO DEC 2026 21.Which of the following begins earliest? A.Tour 4.B.Tour 3.C.Tour 2.D.Tour I. 22.What can we know about the Sri Lanka tour? A.It focuses only on wildlife experiences 2/8 B.Guests will stay at the same hotel throughout the tour. C.Guests may experience various forms of transport in it. D.It is designed for large groups of international travelers. 23.What do the four tours have in common? A.They don't offer any discount.B.They are accompanied by guides C.They have limited group members.D.They don't include 3 meals every day. B Zhao Xintong made history on Monday by becoming the first Chinese male snooker 斯诺克台球)world champion,defeating three--time champion Mark Williams in an emotional final.The 24-year-old from Sichuan province fought back after nearly losing his lead,claiming victory with a score of 18-14.Overwhelmed with pride,he declared, "This will inspire Chinese children to dream big.Many more players will achieve greatness because of this moment. The victory capped a remarkable journey.Zhao entered the tournament through qualifiers(资格赛)，defeating legends like Ronnie O'Sullivan in the semis.His victory completed a historic double for China-just months after Bai Yulu won the women's world title.As he held the cup high in Sheffield's Crucible Theatre,the crowd erupted in cheers. Zhao's win resonated (dceply in China,where snooker has grown into a national craze.It began in 2005 when Ding Junhui,now a national hero,became the first Chinese player to win a ranking event by defeating Stephen Hendry.That match drew 110 million viewers,sparking a boom.Despite setbacks,like Ding's 2016 World Championship final loss to Mark Selby,patience paid off.This year,10 Chinese players reached the televised stages of the World Championship,with Zhao's final broadcast attracting an estimated 150 million viewers nationwide. World Snooker chairman Jason Ferguson highly praised Zhao as a "national hero" who would redefine the sport."He's rewritten history,"Ferguson said."The sky's the limit-he could become the richest player ever."For Chinese fans,Zhao's victory symbolizes a new era.After his near-collapse in the final (losing four frames while needing just one),they celebrated into the early morning,their pride echoing Ding's legacy.Zhao himself vowed to "Empower the kids in China,"with the belief that his accomplishment would encourage many ambitions. As the nation's youngest world champion,Zhao's journey-from qualifiers to immortality-proves that with courage and talent,even the boldest dreams can become reality. 24.What do we know about Zhao Xintong from paragraph 1? A.He's sharp-eyed.B.He's peace-minded. C.He's iron-willed.D.He's profit-motivated. 25.How does the author describe Zhao's remarkable journey? A.By listing detailed facts.B.By giving a definition. C.By analyzing the statistics.D.By referring to a study 26.What did Jason Ferguson say about Zhao Xintong? A.He defeated Mark Williams. B.He won the world championship. C.He inspired Chinese children.D.He turned a new page in snooker history 27.What is the author's purpose in writing the text? A.To highlight victory inspiring national ambition. B.To discuss technical training methods in snooker. C.To evaluate snooker's economic impact in China. D.To emphasize Zhao's youth as a historic champion Coca-Cola will be using over 4.I billion kilograms of plastic a year by the year 2030, unless it stops using single-use plastic,according to a report from the conservation organization Oceana. Oceana also estimates that by 2030,an annual 602 million kilograms of Coca-Cola's plastic packaging will be polluting the world's oceans and waterways.The report says that this is enough plastic to fill the stomachs of 18 million blue whales.Oceana made its 3/8 estimates using Coca-Cola's own reported data on its use of plastic packaging between 2018 and 2023,and a forecast of the company's future sales growth based on past trends. A 2024 study found that Coca-Cola is already the world's worst plastic-polluting brand.Oceana says the problem is Coca-Cola's use of single-use plastic instead of reusable packaging.Reusable bottles can be used up to 25 times if made of thicker plastic,and up to 50 times if made of glass.Coca-Cola previously had a goal of using 25%reusable packaging by 2030,but announced that it had given up that goal at the end of2024. Instead,the company says it will increase the use of rccycled plastic in its packaging and increase collection of single-use plastic bottles for further recycling.However, Oceana says that relying on the use of recycled materials and collection of plastic for recycling won't reduce the great influence of Coca-Cola's plastic foolprint. The organization's Senior Vice President Matt Littlejohn said:"Single-use plastic is bad for the oceans,human health,and business.Recycling can't solve the company's out- of-control plastic problem.Reuse can."He added,"Single-use plastic bottles made with recycled content can-just like bottles made of virgin plastic -still become marine pollution and harm ocean life."As well as harming sea life,plastic use is also harmful for human health.Several studies have connected plastic pollution and microplastics to serious health conditions,such as cancer,heart disease and dementia.Oceana suggests Coca-Cola should take real action that can address its plastic problem now,namely replacing single-use packaging with reusable packaging. 28.What was Coca-Cola's original plan for 2030? A.To use 25%reusable packaging.B.To stop all plastic bottle production. C.To recycle 100%of its plastic waste.D.To replace plastics with glass bottles. 29.What is Oceana's attitude toward Coca-Cola's recycled plastic policy? A.Supportive.B.Critical.C.Reserved.D.Indifferent. 30.What can we infer according to Matt Littlejohn? A.Blue whales are the most affected by plastic waste. B.Reusable packaging is a better solution than recycling C.Microplastics mainly come from non-recycled bottles. D.Coca-Cola's new plan will solve plastic pollution effectively 31.Which is the most suitable title for the passage? A.How to Stop Ocean Pollution.B.Coca-Cola's New Reusable Plan. C.A Growing Threat of Plastic Bottles.D.Coca-Cola's Plastic Pollution Problem. D For a long time,psychologists believed in "catharsis theory,"or the idea that it's better to release negative emotions than hold onto them.But back in 2002,Brad Bushman,a professor of communication at the Ohio State University,published a study that questioned that logic,saying that venting ("is the worst thing you can do" when you're mad and it's "adding more fuel to the fire. Focusing on a frustrating conversation can blow out of proportion relatively minor annoyances,which is unhealthy,says Jesse Cougle,a psychology professor studying anger at Florida State University. The problem is that when you're furious(愤怒的)，it feels better to shout angrily than it does to take some centering deep breaths.Bushman has seen_that in his research.Even though activities like hitting a punching bag don't actually lessen anger, "75%of people report feeling better"after they do it,he says.The same is often true for venting to a friend.It feels great to have someone support your perspective. Can something that feels so good really be so wrong?Bushman says it's not always a bad thing to get something off your chest.Talking through a negative feeling with the goal of understanding why something bothered you and how to better respond in the future,such as with a therapist,can be beneficial,he says.But venting becomes less helpful,Cougle says,when it's mean-spirited-when you repeat the same thing you've done many times,keeping yourself stuck in that past anger without trying to move past it. When you feel yourself getting stuck in the trap of venting,look for healthier coping strategies.If yoga and meditation aren't your thing,try a quick shift in 4/8 perspective.Bushman's research supports the "fly-on-the-wall"technique,which challenges angry people to imagine themselves as a third party observing the situation that made them angry.And finally,don't underestimate the impact of anger-that is, getting angry when you're hungry.Science suggests it's a real phenomenon.So next time you feel yourself gearing up for a venting session,think of grabbing a snack and taking a few deep breaths instead. 32.What is the traditional belief of venting? A.Nothing can be worse than venting.B.Venting may lead to worse emotions C.Letting anger out always works well.D.Releasing negative feelings is logical. 33.What does the underlined word "that"in paragraph 3 refer to? A.The problem of venting while angry B.The benefit of taking some deep breaths. C.The temporary relief from venting anger. D.The lessened anger after hitting something. 34.Why is the "fly-on-the-wall"technique mentioned in paragraph 5? A.To challenge angry people B.To replace yoga and meditation. C.To illustrate change in perspective.D.To observe the situation as a third party. 35.What is the passage mainly about? A.The psychological risk of venting and its influence. B.The harm of venting anger and its coping techniques C.The science of hunger-related anger and its solutions. D.The development of catharsis theory and its modern debates. 第二节七选五（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。 When you were at school,were you ever told to stop daydreaming and concentrate?It was easy for your mind to wander if you weren't interested in what you were learning or if you had better things to think about.36But understanding how to do it,and knowing what is distracting you,can help. Scientists have looked at what makes us delay and found a number of ways to help us stay in the zone.37 Research by Science Focus magazine found silence is the best for concentration,or a gentle background music is great!It also found turning off notifications on your phone,or switching it off altogether,removes a major distraction and helps us focus on the task at hand 38 Scientists are increasingly interested in our ability to settle down and have looked at what we can change inside our head to make us concentrate.An article for BBC Future by Caroline Williams says,"Attention researcher Nilli Lavie of University College London has found that making a task more visually demanding takes up more processing power and leaves the brain nothing left to process distractions."So,keeping your mind busy might be the answer. 39 These include making a list or timetable of the tasks you have to do,finding a workspace where you're not attracted by other things,or chewing some gum!It's possible that the movement in your mouth occupies parts of the brain that might otherwise get distracted. But according to Science Focus magazine,distraction isn't all bad."If we were always so focused that we never got distracted,we'd miss potential changes,such as threats,in our environment..40” A.Distraction is vital for survival. B.Daydreaming can sometimes boost creativity C.Listening to energetic music aids in concentration. D.One of the most obyious things is removing noise. E.Staying focused can still be a challenge in adult life. F.There are more practical tips on keeping your mind focused. G.Another possible cure for a short attention duration is brain training. 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。 5/8 When Ella determined to improve her health in late 2024,taking up running was an effortless choice.She lives in a beautiful town on Scotland's east coast,so she found jogging wasn't so bad, with 41 scenery. Yet even though Ella quickly fell in love with running,something started to 42 her-the beaches and paths she ran along were covered in litter.43,she had been doing a little litter- picking,but when she saw an American runner online talking about plogging,a new trend 44 among runners,she was delighted to try it out for herself.Plogging 45 in Sweden, and the word comes from the Swedish word "ploka",meaning"to pick while jogging".Ella started following an 46 online called Environmental Fitness and began to take a shopping bag with her on runs and collect 47. It wasn't long before she discovered some of the upsetting 48 of littering.She started to find poisonous chemicals contained in batteries 49 into the environment and small animals 50 in plastic bottles struggling to chew their way out.These discoveries made Ella even more 51 about litter picking.She volunteered for a neighborhood litter-picking organization and quickly 52 the leadership of the group.Despite the big 53 of litter being dropped,Ella and her fellow litter-pickers continued to get out and plog. "The thought of keeping other people's spirits up and seeing their54 spread to more people keeps me going.By working together,we can achieve 55 things!"Ella says. 41.A.boring B.breathtaking C.plain D.distant 42 A.bother B.puzzle C.excite D.attract 43.A.Proudly B.Secretly C.Actually D.Luckily 44.A.setting B.declining C.following D.emerging 45.A.originated B.existed C.published D.advanced 46.A.order B.assignment C.initiative D.appointment 47.A.evidence B.garbage C.samples D.materials 48.A.consequences B.truths C.processes D.instances 49.A.flowing B.breaking C.hiding D.leaking 50.A.raised B.placed C.trapped D.buried 51.A.curious B.passionate C.optimistic D.confused 52.A.turned down B.insisted on C.took over D.adapted to 53.A.volume B.number C.size D.weight 54.A.dreams B.actions C.thoughts D.hobbies 55.A.ordinary B.interesting C.different D.amazing 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。 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 May 24-26,2025,the 4th Hunan Tourism Development Conference was held in Yueyang,which presented 56 wonderful cultural and tourism feast to the world. Yueyang,rich in cultural and tourism resources, 57 (have)a long-standing history and profound cultural heritage,with the famous Yueyang Tower, 58 Fan Zhongyan wrote the renowned"Memorial to Yueyang Tower", 59 (reflect)the Chinese traditional wory-first'”spirit.. During the conference,a series of activities were organized 60 (showcase)the charm of Yueyang.The"Dancing on the Lake"performance combined dance,light and music, creating a dreamy 61 (vision)effect on the surface of Dongting Lake.And the7th Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition provided visitors with a chance to experience the rich folk cultures. The conference also promoted the development of Yueyang's tourism industry.A large number of tourists62(draw)to Yueyang,and the local tourism revenue increased significantly.The upgraded tourism facilities and improved service quality made the tourists' experience 63 (pleasant)than before.Many tourists said it was Yueyang's beautiful scenery,profound cultural heritages and warm-hearted people that left a deep impression 64 them. 6/8 Yueyang,through hosting this tourism development conference,has not only enhanced its own influence but also set a good example for other cities in promoting the65(integrate) development of culture and tourism. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 66假定你是李华，你校将与英国友好学校联合举办“数学学习方法”讨论会，话题是“强 化刷题训练”和“深化概念理解”两种方法哪一种更好，请你写一段发言稿，内容包括： L.你选择的方法(A或B): 2.支持该方法的核心理由。 注意： 1.词数80左右： 2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答 Ladies and gentlemen, 第二节（满分25分) 67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。 Thanksgiving Day was nearly here,and the small town smelled of warm cinnamon(). For Mrs Henderson's Year One class,that meant a special task:"Draw something you're thankful for."When she wrote it on the whiteboard,the children's eyes lit up with excitement. Many families in the class didn't have much money.Fancy dinners and new toys were scarce, yet the children still loved Thanksgiving.They chatted about Mum's roast turkey,sweet cranberry sauce(蔓越每酱)，and granny's pies that made kitchens smell wonderful..Mrs Henderson smiled, guessing she would see lots of colourful pictures of good foods.By break time,indeed,most desks were covered with orange and brown crayon drawings of turkeys and pies. However,Douglas was different.His clothes were too large,and his shoes were torn.During break,he never played with the other children.Instead,he stood beside Mrs Henderson,shoulders bent,hands in hers,eyes full of sadness well beyond his six years.She tried talking to him,but he only mumbled(叽咕)or nodded,then looked away. When the break ended,Mrs Henderson walked around the classroom,praising each child's work-bright suns and funny-looking turkeys-until she reached Douglas's desk.On his paper was just one thing:a simple pencil drawing of a hand,with no colour or detail.Mrs Henderson felt puzzled but said nothing,realising Douglas must have a reason for his choice. At the end of the lesson,seyeral children gathered around Douglas's desk “Is it a farmer's hand？They raise turkeys'”Mia asked excitedly. "No,it must be a police officer's hand.They keep us safe,"Jake said. "Maybe it's God's hand,because God looks after everyone,"Lila suggested. They chattered until Mrs Henderson asked them to pack away.The children left with laughter and smiles,but Douglas slipped out silently. When the classroom emptied,Mrs Henderson sat by Douglas's desk,looking at the lonely hand on the page.Then she heard a small cough.Douglas had come back,backpack hanging from one shoulder,eyes dropped 注意： 1.续写词数应为150个左右； 2.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Paragraph one: "Whose hand did you draw?"Mrs.Henderson asked softly "Thank you"she said,voice warm,"This is the best gift I've ever received." 718 菁华校区高二第二次阶段性考试英语答案 1-5 CCACB 6-10 CBCAC 11-15 CBABA 16-20 BAAAB 21-23 BCD 24-27 CADA 28-31 ABBD 32-35DCCB 36-40 EDGFA 41-45 BACDA 46-50 CBADC 51-55 BCABD 56.a 57.has 58.where 59.reflecting 60.to showcase 61.visual 62.were drawn 63.more pleasant 64.on 65.integrated 第一节（满分15分） Ladies and gentlemen,my proposition firmly advocates Option B:deepening conceptual understanding as the superior approach to mastering mathematics. Firstly,genuine comprehension of core concepts empowers learners to solve problems flexibly without relying on rote memorization-this is the foundation of mathematical literacy.Secondly, logical reasoning cultivates a strong knowledge framework that adapts to novel challenges,unlike rigid mechanical repetition.While some may argue Option A boosts speed,excessive drilling merely trains mechanical responses,destroying the creative thinking cssential for solving complex, non-routine problems.True mathematical proficiency lies not in how many questions you solve, but in how deeply you understand why solutions work. Version 2 Ladies and gentlemen, I'm Li Hua.When it comes to the better math learning method,I firmly stand for deepcning conceptual understanding. First,understanding concepts helps build a solid knowledge network.Math knowledge is highly interconnected,and only by grasping the essence of formulas and theorems can we see their inner links.Second,it fosters our problem-solving ability.With a deep understanding,we can apply knowledge flexibly to new and complex problems instead of relying on memorizcd solutions. Finally,it boosts learning interest.The sense of achievement from figuring out a confusing concept keeps us motivated. In short,deep conceptual understanding is the key to mastering math.Thank you! 第二节（满分25分) "Whose hand did you draw?"Mrs.Henderson asked softly.Douglas nudged the floor with his toe, then muttered something she couldn't hear.Leaning in,she heard him whisper,"It's yours, teacher."Mrs Henderson's heart fluttered as she remembered all the times she'd held Douglas's hand:when he was too shy to go out to the playground,when she guided his fingers around a pencil,and when she walked him to the bus,chatting about the clouds.She felt tears in her eyes. "Thank you,"she said,voice warm,"This is the best gift I've ever received."She gently took his hand in hers.Douglas didn't smile,but his shoulders loosened,and he didn't pull away.They stood together in the golden sunlight shining through windows,hand in hand.Later, Mrs.Henderson taped Douglas's picture to her desk.Each time she saw it,she remembered that small acts of kindness-like offering a hand or a caring word-can matter more than we know. For children like Douglas,it means they're seen and loved,which is far sweeter than any turkey or pie. Version 2 "Whose hand did you draw?"Mrs.Henderson asked softly.Douglas looked up,his eyes meeting hers,and then he whispered,"It's your hand,Mrs.Henderson."He explained that whenever he felt lonely or scared,her hand would reach out to comfort him,whether it was a gentle pat on the back or a reassuring squeeze of his shoulder.He said that her hand made him feel safe and loved,which was something he cherished deeply,especially since he didn't have much of that at home. Paragraph two: "Thank you,"she said,voice warm,"This is the best gift I've ever received."She reached out and gently took Douglas's hand in hers,feeling a connection that went beyond words.She told him that his drawing reminded her of the true spirit of Thanksgiving,which was not just about delicious food or fancy gifts,but about gratitude for the people who cated for us.Douglas smiled, his eyes shining with happiness,knowing that he had given Mrs Henderson something truly special that day,a memory that would stay with her forever. 听力录音稿 Text 1 M:I need to pick some notebooks for my workshop this weekend.Could we drop by the bookstore after lunch? W:Sure,let's head to Paper Plus.It's not far.from here. M:Perfect Text 2 W:I saw your sister's graduation post on Weibo yesterday.She looks great in Hanfu. M:Yes,she's into Chinese fashion.But she made us call her "Doctor Wu"all day long... W:Ha-ha!She's right to be proud of herself.A PhD in engineering is a real achievement! Text 3 M:Have you heard about Angela's farewell(告别)？ W:Oh yes,her desk is overflowing with presents.I got her a literary book. M:How thoughtful!I'll have to find something by the end of the day. W:I'm sure you'll find something perfect. Text 4 M:Hi,Gina.Is that you?What brings you here? W:Oh,hi,Kevin.I'm adopting this cute little dog here.She's so friendly and well-behaved. M:We haven't met since university.What about a chat at the cafe nearby?My work is almost finished. Text 5 W:I tried that new recipe you shared---the chocolate chip cookies.They were a hit with my family. M:I'm glad you liked them.I've shared that recipe with so many people and they all say the same thing.Baking can be so rewarding. W:It certainly can. Text6 W:Do you think Tom will get here on time? M:He should do.Did you try ringing him? W:Yeah,but it goes straight to voicemail.They've announced our train twice now.Should we just board without him?I feel like I should have confirmed with him before we left. M:Don't worry,Kate.I'll try his work number.Sometimes,these trains can be unpredictable. W:True.But it is typical of Tom to be late. M:Exactly,but he knows this meeting is important.Look,if he misses this one,it'll be the third time this quarter.It's not a great record for him. W:Agreed.Ah,there he is!He's running towards the platform Text7 M:Can we do something about the temperature in here?I have so many emails to deal with today,but my hands are so cold that I can hardly type my report! W:I know.I've been struggling too.But the heat probably won't be turned on until the end of the month. M:Why not? W:It's a part of the company's plans to save energy. M:Well,I can understand that,But how are we supposed to work in these conditions? W:I guess we always have the choice to work from home. M:True.But before my youngest daughter starts school,it's just too difficult for me to do that.I wouldn't be able to focus. W:Then I think we should talk to the boss about what can be done,otherwise people will start getting ill. Text 8 W:Well,here we are!I can't wait to get inside and see what's on offer! M:I heard this year's Mini Fair is going to be even bigger and better than last year's.It won't disappoint us. W:Oh really?I had to go to a boring work event at that time,so I couldn't come last year. M:Yes!I got so many things for my model train set. W:Like what? M:Well,the coolest things I got were some tiny little trees.They looked so real. W:Wow! M:I'm hoping the guy who sells them is here again this year. 2 W:I hope so!Now that I'm satisficd with the inside part of my dolls'house,I want to focus on creating the garden.So,it would be great to get some little plants and trees.What about you? M:I want some little model cars and people to add to my train station scenc.But I need to find a toilet first. W:Over there,by the restaurant hall. M:Great.Meet you in five minutes,by the ticket desk. Text 9 W:Hi,are you here for the tour? M:Yes,I'm Michacl Green.Are you the head girl? W:That's right.I'm Jayne Palmer.You look a bit older than the kids I usually show around the school! M:Ha-ha!Yeah.Ill be sixteen next month. W:My birthday is in October,too! M:Really? W:Yeah!So,why are you changing schools? M:Well,my mom got a new job in this area,so we're moving here.I've heard good things about this place. W:Well,as you can see,we have some great facilities...Here are the basketball courts. Then just behind them,you'll see the football field and the running track.And that building over there is our swimming pool. M:Wow!There wasn't room for anything like this at my previous school.I was on the swimming team,but we had to travel to use the city pool for our practices. W:Well,we've certainly got plenty of space.The arts teaching here is also excellent.We have a music studio and our own theater. M:Amazing! W:So,where would you like to go first? M:Well,I'm quite interested to see the science facilities.I'm hoping for a career in medicine. W:Okay,great!Well,the laboratorics have all been updated recently,so we've got some really good equipment.Follow me. Text 10 Good morning,everyone!Welcome to the fascinating world of our university's Science and Innovation Program.This program is specifically designed for those who are passionate about exploring the depths of scientific research.Covering a variety of fields from biology to computer science,it offers an enriching journey into the world of science. Including six levels from basic to advanced research,the program provides options for students with different scientific interests and skill sets.Each level is designed to gradually deepen students'understanding and practical abilitics in scientific research.Our program is known for involving different scientific areas to create a rich educational experience. Students are required to engage in around fifteen hours of coursework each week.The program begins with a test to determine each student's starting level.Progress is evaluated through regular examinations,project presentations,and hands-on experiments.Successful students advance through the levels,facing new challenges and opportunities at each stage. One of the program's highlights is the "Beyond the Classroom Series".This series provides students with opportunities,which are not available in classes,to visit scientists'labs and participate in innovative science conferences. 3