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应用文参考范文
Friends in my Eyes
Good morning,everyone!Today,I would like to talk about friends in my eyes.
Friends are extremely important in our lives.They stand by us when we are in trouble and
share our joys when we succeed.A life without friends is like a journey without sunshine,making
us feel lonely and helpless.
In my opinion,a good friend should have two key qualities.First,honesty-true friends
always tell each other the truth.Second,kindness-they care about others and are willing to offer
help whenever needed.
Let's cherish our true friends.They make our world warmer and brighter.
Thank you for your listening!
读后续写参考范文
I was totally shocked and couldn't believe my ears when I heard her words.My mouth fell
open,and my hands froze mid-air.A wave of mixed feelings-surprise,confusion,and a touch of
sadness-washed over me.I leaned forward,my eyes fixed on Mama's face,and whispered,
"What do you mean?All these years,we thought...we thought the Bank was our safety net."
Mama's eyes were soft,with a hint of mist.She reached out,her rough but warm hand covering
mine,and said gently,"My dear Katrin,the Bank was never real.But your papa and I knew that if
you children thought there was somewhere to turn,you'd never be afraid to face hard times."
Just then,Papa walked into the kitchen and noticed our quietness.He put down his pipe,his
eyes sweeping from my shocked face to Mama's gentle one,and smiled faintly.He walked over,
put a hand on Mama's shoulder,and said in his deep,steady voice,"We wanted you to grow up
feeling secure,little one.That 'Bank Account'was the only way we could give you that without a
penny in the bank."I felt tears welling up in my eyes.I leaned over to hug Mama and Papa tightly,
my heart full of warmth.I finally understood-their love was the real,unbreakable safety net.
听力原文
(Text 1)
M:I've always admired your magazine's content and I'm eager to contribute my skills by
assisting with the editing work.I'd like to apply for this position.
W:That's great to hear.We're looking for someone with a keen eye for detail.
(Text 2)
W:Hello,I'm Maria Gonzalez.Rosie's mother.
M:Mrs.Gonzalez,thank you for coming.I'm quite concerned about Rosie.Yesterday,she got into
a fight with another child.I wanted to talk it over with you to see if there's a problem at home.
(Text 3)
M:I've heard a lot about that street where you can find many shops,cafes,and even street
performers.It seems like a lively place to visit.
W:Yes,it is always busy,especially on weekends.You can see all kinds of people walking around,
and the atmosphere is pleasant.
(Text 4)
M:I haven't had the chance to see Infinite Pursuit yet.The reviews are fantastic.Are you
interested in joining me to watch it this weekend?
W:To be honest,I don't like action films.
M:No worries.Maybe there's something else you'd like to see.
(Text 5)
M:You look a bit stressed.What's wrong?
W:I have a history presentation tomorrow,and I'm not fully prepared.I'm having trouble with the
introduction.Can you help me practice?
M:Of course!
(Text 6)
M:Hello,can I help you?
W:Yes.I'm sitting in row 6 and the people behind me have been talking all the time and making a
lot of noise.It's really distracting.
M:I'm sorry to hear that.I'll go and speak to them.
W:I'm so grateful for your help.I'm trying to get lost in the movie,but all the noise is pulling me
out of the experience.And I don't want to miss anything after paying f6.40 for my ticket.
M:I see.Come and show me who they are and I'll see what I can do.
(Text 7)
W:Did you hear about Sarah's project to collect books for the rural school library?She's aiming
to double their current collection.
M:Yes,I did.She's been organizing a book drive at our school since last month.It's incredible
how she's taking the initiative.
W:That's impressive.I'll donate some old books,especially the ones on science.Are you
planning to contribute anything specific?
M:I'm thinking of donating a set of dictionaries and some classic novels.It's crucial to support
education,especially in regions where educational resources are limited.
(Text 8)
M:Shelley,you work for Neighborland in Manhattan.Could you explain what it is?
W:It hosts a series of online pages where community members can share ideas.By signing up on
the site,you can discuss issues with other residents.You can see what other people want and click
the“ne too'button.
M:What kind of things are people asking for?
W:Things like“I want more bike paths'”or“I want free Wi-Fi in the central park”.Other
proposals include a free community stage or table tennis facilities in parks.
M:All these suggestions can be put into practice.
W:Absolutely.Once enough people have clicked the"me too"button,Neighborland makes sure
that local agencies see the suggestions.Then they'll explore funding options.
M:It's a useful way to help the local authorities know what people want.
W:Exactly.Neighborland helps us take responsibility for the future.It makes us consider the
types of communities we live in now and how they can be improved.
(Text 9)
M:Patricia,you're a tennis judge.Tell us how you got started.
W:I've been working as a tennis judge since 2021.Before that,I was a tennis player.A leg injury
brought an end to my playing career.I did look around for another job for a few months,but I
soon realized that tennis was what I loved.I applied to an association and started training
M:Did you find it easy?
W:Not at all.I knew the rules well.But I had to learn how to be strict with players,which was
difficult for me.The other stuff,like scoring and performing in front of people,I was okay with.
M:Do you remember your first match?
W:Yes.It was at a local club.The players took it very seriously!There was one point when I
made a mistake in announcing the scores,but I corrected my self immediately.
M:Is there a downside to being a tennis judge?
W:There's a downside to every job.With some jobs,it's low income,but tennis judges'pay is
fine,though not like players'.One difficult thing is that I always have to follow professional
players around the world,which makes it hard to have a home life.
(Text 10)
We're looking for three or four people to join us on a two-week adventure holiday in Morocco.
We're meeting up in Marrakech on April 17th and spending 10 days walking and camping in the
Atlas Mountains.We're planning to climb Toubkal,visit Berber villages,and travel through a part
of the Sahara.We'll also go horseback riding and mountain biking!We'll spend the last 2-3 days
exploring the city of Marrakech.Ideally,you should be in your twenties or thirties with an
outgoing personality and a sense of adventure.You're required to be good at getting on with
people and making friends easily.You should be very fit and most importantly,you should have
some experience of walking with a backpack in mountainous areas.If this sounds like the trip for
you,please email us at the address below and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.The
address is...2025年下学期高一期末试卷
英语试卷
全卷满分150分,考试用时120分钟
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良对话、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.What position docs the man apply for?
A.A reporter.
B.A cover designer.
C.An assistant editor.
2.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Father and daughter.B.Husband and wife.C.Teacher and parent.
3.What are the speakers probably talking about?
A.A street.
B.Apark.
C.A festival.
4.Why does the man talk to the woman?
A.To buy a ticket.
B.To offer an invitation
C.To confirm information.
5.What will the man help the woman do?
A.Practice the presentation.
B.Find a history book.
C.Choose a topic.
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,
并标在试卷的相应位置。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至7题。
6.How does the woman probably feel?
A.Excited.
B.Annoyed.
C.Surprised.
7.Where are the speakers probably?
A.In a theater.
B.In a supermarket.
C.At a train station
听第1段材料,回答第8至9题。
8.Why does Sarah run the project?
A.To raise money.
B.To promote reading.
C.To help a library.
9.What will the woman donate?
A.Dictionaries.
B.Science books.
C.Classic novels.
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听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10.What is Neighborland?
A.An app.
B.A wcbsite.
C.A program.
11.What docs the man think of people's suggestions?
A.They're challenging.
B.They're innovative创新的.C.They're practical实用的.
12.What do local agencies do after seeing the highly-clicked suggestions?
A.They seek funding.
B.They hold meetings
C.They conduct research.
13.What is the woman talking about in the end?
A.The advantages of Neighborland.
B.The future of Neighborland.
C.The successful Neighborland projects.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14.How long has the woman been a tennis judge?
A.About three years.
B.About four years.
C.About six years.
15.What did the woman have difficulty in?
A.Dealing with players.B.Remembering rules
C.Recording scores.
16.What mistake did the woman make in her first match?
A.She miscalled a player.B.She misjudged a ball's landing.
C.She reported the wrong scores.
17.What does the woman say is the disadvantage of being a tennis judge?
A.Low income.
B.Constant travel.
C.Irregular working hours.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18.When will the trip in the Atlas Mountains end probably?
A.On April 7th.
B.On April 17th.
C.On April 26th.
19.What will the adventurers do at last?
A.Tour Marrakech.
B.Climb Toubkal
C.Explore Berber villages.
20.What is most important for the holiday applicants?
A.People skills.
B.Physical health.
C.Mountain hiking experience.
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。
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Discover the top.most popular movics available now!Across theaters,the following are the movics most
froquently checked out.
M0m73
Duration:1b 40m
Disney Animation Studios'animated musical Moana 2 takes audicnces on a new voyage with Moans.After
coivi an unexpected call from her ancestors,Moana must journey to the far scas of Oceanis and into dangerous,
long-lost waters for an adventure.
Wicked
Duration:2h 40m
It features Elphaba,a young woman with unusual green skin,who has yet to discover her true power,and
Glinda,a popular ambitious young woman,who has yet to discover her true heart.The two meet as students at Shiz
University and develop an unlikely but close friendship.
Gladiator I
Duration:2h 28m
Years after sceing the death of Maximus,Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the emperors of Rome
conquer (his home.With anger in his heart and the future of the empire in danger,he looks to the past to find
the strength needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Red One
Duration:2h 2m
After Santa Claus-Code Name:RED ONE-is kidnapped )the North Pole's Head ofSecurity must
team up with the world's most infamous bounty hunter in an action-packed task around the world to save
Christmas
21.Which movic lasts the shortest?
A.Moana 2.
B.Wicked
C.Gladiator Il.
D.Red One.
22.What is Gladiator ll mainly about?
A.A great adventure on sea.
B.A close friendship between two girls.
C.A task to save Santa Claus.
D.An adventure to the past for strength
23.Where could you possibly find this article?
A.In a textbook
B.In a newspaper
C.In a report.
D.In a novel.
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Jake Lee Pinnick is busy preparing food,clothing and house decorations,putting up couplets and visiting
friends with his family to cclebrate the Spring Festival,or the Chincse Lunar New Year.
In 2010,the 32-year-old Amcrican traveled to the Wu Dang Mountains,a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage
site in central China's Hubei Province,to learn martial arts ()Pinnick said he was very interested in Chinese
Kung Fu from a young age.
When Pinnick first arrived in the Wudang Mountains,he had no earlier training or martial arts experience,so
he began with a five-year training program,learning the basics and all about Taoist culture.Pinnick said the first six
months were the hardest,because he had to train for eight or nine hours,six days a week,whatever the temperature
outside
After over a decade of hard training,he has mastered various forms of Chinese Kung Fu,including Tai Chi
and Qigong,and become a guider with about 200 apprentices()in China.This year is the 13th Spring Festival
that Pinnick has spent in China.He likes the Spring Festival and the traditions here.He also teaches his daughter
Selina Lee Pinnick these traditions
As the new year begins,people are starting new chapters in their lives and making resolutions.Pinnick also
has many plans and wishes-he plans on making more efforts to learn the Chinese language this year.In addition
to learning Chinese,Pinnick will continue to leamn about traditional Chinese culture and how to play Chinese
musical instruments in his leisure time,and he will share his experience on social media
"I think that the experience I've had,being a foreigner coming to China and learning the culture from outside,
is unique.I hope to introduce Chinese Kung Fu and traditions to more westemers,"he said.
24.What was Pinnick's main reason for traveling to the Wudang Mountains?
A.To learn Chinese Kung Fu
B.To know about Taoist culture.
C.To visit some places of interest.
D.To celebrate the Spring Festival.
25.Which of the following best describes Pinnick?
A.Well-rounded
B.Generous
C.Hardworking.
D.Selfless
26.What can we infer about Pinnick according to the article?
A.He planned to open a Chinese Kung Fu school.
B.He became skillful at different kinds of Kung Fu.
C.He asked his daughter to learn Chinese musical instruments.
D.He practised Kung Fu before coming to the Wudang Mountains.
27.Why does Pinnick hope to share his experience on social media?
A.To become famous online.
B.To take in more apprentices.
C.To show off his unique experience.
D.To act as a bridge between cultures.
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Coke knows that its soda caps()often end up as rubbish.So it's trying to solve the problem by attaching
them to the bottle,at least in the United Kingdom
The new bottles have an attached cap,a design that is supposed to make it easier for consumers to recycle the
whole package (at once-and to keep caps out of the dustbin.The change only applies to UK bottles.
"This is a small change that we hope will have a big effect,ensuring that when consumers recycle our bottles,
no cap gets left behind,"said Jon Woods,general manager at Coca-ColaGreat Britain,in a statement Tuesday.
Plastic waste is a major environmental problem.It's also a big public relations problem for companies like
Coke.When the company's bottles or caps end up on beaches or in landfills(垃圾填埋t场),consumers recognize
them as Coke products,doing great harm to Coke's reputation )As a result,more companies are taking steps
to try to reduce their waste.
However,some environmentalists don't think highly of Coca-Cola's efforts,saying they fall short."Whether
their plastic caps are attached or not,the company still produces billions of throwaway plastic bottles every year,
harming our environment,our communities and our climate,and influencing our health,"said Graham Forbes,
global plastics project lead at Greenpeace USA."If they truly want to solve the problem,Coca-Cola must focus on
reducing plastic by doubling its reuse and refill packaging target to 50%by 2030,"said Forbes.
28.Why do the new Coke bottles have an attached cap?
A.To sell Coke products.
B.To collect empty bottles.
C.To keep Coke caps in the dustbin.
D.To better recycle Coke packages.
29.What does the underlined phrase"fall short"in paragraph 5 mean?
A.Are not enough
B.Are worth praising.
C.Are satisfying.
D.Are unnecessary.
30.What can we learn from the text?
A.Coke's reputation has been destroyed.
B.Coke's new bottle is used around the world
C.Plastic waste might do harm to a company's fame.
D.Coke has doubled its reuse and refill packaging target.
31.Which of the following is the best title for the text?
A.A Small Change with a Big Impact
B.We should Say No to Plastic Waste
C.Coke's New Bottle Cap doesn't Come off
D.Coke Keeps Plastic Waste out of the Dustbin
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In the moder cra,mirrors often show physical images (as well as the mental struggles of
solf-awarcness,cspecially among teenagers.The glass surfaccs,found in bedrooms and bathrooms around the
world,have seen the silent battles that many young individuals face.
Appearance anxiety has become a widespread issue,with social media and peer pressure acting as magnifying
glnsses(放大镜)that mislead them about their self-worth..Filtered(滤镜处理过的)photos posted on platforms like
TikTok have created an environment where seeking perfection seems not just desirable but necessary.To make
matters worse,the strong desire for the perfect appearance has led many teenagers to make unhealthy comparisons,
ofen resulting in negative self-talks and more worries about their looks.
The deep-rooted problem can affect mental health in particular.Studies have shown that teenagers who are
overly concerned with their looks are more likely to experience anxiety,depression,and low self-confidence.The
pressure to be up to beauty standards is huge,and it often begins at a young age.The seemingly perfect images in
magazines,on television and social media platforms create an unrealistic standard for teenagers to measure
themselves against.Unfortunately,it can lead to a lasting state of dissatisfaction with their looks.
To solve the problem,it is important to understand that beauty is not a one-size-fits-all concept.It varies from
person to person.We ought to encourage teenagers to accept their unique features and to understand that their
worth is not defined by their looks.Parents,educators,and society as a whole have a role to play in developing a
more acceptable and positive view of beauty.We are also supposed to teach young people that the jourey towards
self-acceptance is just as important as acquiring great knowledge and developing other skills.
32.What is the author's purpose in mentioning"mirrors"in paragraph 1?
A.To introduce the topic.B.To provide examples
C.To show his argument.D.To make comparisons.
33.What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about?
A.Mental struggles of teenagers.
B.Problems faced by teenagers.
C Causes of teenage appearance anxiety.
D.Effects of social media on teenagers.
34.What is a result of teenage appearance anxiety according to the text?
A.Teenagers are not satisfied with beauty standards.
B.Teenagers are more likely to suffer mental problems.
C.Teenagers are more likely to have poor physical health.
D.Teenagers are not satisfied with social media platforms.
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35.What does the writer try to do in the last paragraph?
A.Call on parents to understand young pcople bettcr.
B.Encourage young people to acquirc more knowledge.
C.Inspire tcenagers to develop as many skills as possible
D.Give advicc on how to deal with tcenage appearance anxiety.
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。
Kindness is a universal language that can bring people together regardless of age,race and religion.It is one of
the greatest gifts we can give to others and ourselves.36
Kindness makes us feel good.It helps produce feel-good hormones )Hormones like serotonin,which
are responsible for your satisfaction and happiness,increase when you perform kind acts.Have you ever had an
experience of this?37 So whenever you want to feel better,do not hesitate to volunteer and help someone
in need.
Kindness reduces negative feelings.It has been proven that when you act kindly towards someone,the
feelings of anger,regret,envy and many other such feelings tend to disappear with your kind acts.The act of
treating others with kindness also eases stress-related problems,like pain and anxiety.38
Kindness creates a more positive environment.39For example,when people receive kindness,they
are more likely to help someone else.By paying kindness forward,we'll build a community where we feel safer
and more connected.
_40 Studies have found that individuals who volunteer or regularly engage in kind acts have lower
risks of developing heart disease.Have you heard about"having a warm heart"?Well,if you show an act of
kindness to someone,we are sure you are a warm-hearted person.
A.Kindness is good for your heart.
B.So,what benefits does it bring about?
C.So,are you kind?
D.Kind acts can inspire others to do the same.
E.If you give more love to others,you will win
F Next time you feel anxious,look out for ways to help others.
G.When you kindly give someone a hand,you'll feel better within yourself.
第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
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The King's Speech is a 2010 British film directed by Tom Hooper.The film stars Colin Firth as King George
VI,Geoffrey Rush as Lionel Logue and Helena Bonham Carter as Queen Elizabeth.At the 83rd Academy Awards
(the Oscars),the film 41.
Best Picture and Colin Firth won Best Actor in a Leading Role.
Based on a true story,the film is set in London in the 1930s.Prince Albert,second son of King George V,
suffers from a terrible speech 42.
The Prince has given up 43.
of a cure but his wife,
Elizabeth,takes him to see Lionel Logue,an Australian speech doctor living in London.Although the two men
have very different backgrounds and do not get along at first,they eventually become 44
After the
Prince's elder brother gives up being King,Prince Albert 45.
King George VI.
The film looks like a fairly typical historical film without fancy special 46.
and it is made enjoyable
by the performances of the main actors.Firth is successful in showing us the King's 47.
as well as his
courage.He has great chemistry with Rush and Bonham Carter,whose characters are both very 48..In the
meantime,Hooper skilfully creates uncertainty and 49.
with narrow indoor sets and dark lighting.
All in all,I highly 50.
this film.If you enjoy true stories or films about history,you will
51.
The King's Speech.The film's 52.
lies not only in its moving story but also in the excellent
acting of the cast.Colin Firth's 53.
of the King's inner pain and strength is simply perfect.Geoffrey
Rush also delivers a wonderful 54.
as the speech doctor.It is no wonder that the film has become
a55.
among historical drama lovers.
41.A.defeated
B.won
C.held
D.designed
42.A.problem
B.skill
C.gift
D.habit
43.A.idea
B.hope
C.plan
D.dream
44.A.enemies
B.strangers
C.friends
D.partners
45.A.becomes
B.meets
C.visits
D.follows
46.A.facts
B.effects
C.efforts
D.goals
47.A.joys
B.struggles
C.secrets
D.memories
48.A.believable
B.uncomfortable
C.forgettable
D.terrible
49.A.happiness
B.calmness
C.tension
D.freedom
50.A.watch
B.recommend
C.doubt
D.replace
51.A.miss
B.accept
C.love
D.create
52.A.success
B.failure
C.di伍culty
D.pressure
53.A.description
B.performance
C.introduction
D.discussion
54.A.role
B.speech
C.song
D.story
55.A.toy
B.symbol
C.puzzle
D.classic
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第二节(共10小题:每小题1.5分,满分15分)
过读下面短文,在空白处填入】个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Do you remember a time when you had no worrics stopping you from 56.
(get)a good night'
s rest?Unfortuately,your happy childhood is probably a thing of the past.
A recent survey found that many people suffer from sleep problems.Some 57.
_(be)unable to
fall aslecp,some wake up in the middle of the night,and others simply do not get cnough sleep.One of the reasons
58
pcople fail to get a good night's sleep is pressure from school or work.Noise pollution and light
polhution in big citics may also contribute 59.sleep problems.In the short term,people with sleep problems
often feel tired and have trouble concentrating 60.(proper).In the long term,they may be at increased risk
of having a poor 61.(memorizc),being overweight and suffering 62.
heart attack.Sleep
problems are especially 63.
_(danger)for teenagers.They are still growing,and night is the time when
64.(they)bodics grow faster.
So,if you have trouble getting a good night's slcep,it might be time 65
(make)some changes
in your lifestyle
第四部分写作(满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华,你校将举办以“朋友”为主题的英语演讲比赛,请你以“Friends in my Eyes”为题写一篇演
讲稿多赛。内容包括:
1.朋友的重要性:
2.朋友必备的品质。
注意:
1.词数80左右。
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
3.开头结尾己给出,不计入总词数。
Friends in my Eyes
Good morning,everyone!Today,I would like to talk about
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Every Saturday night Mama would sit down by the kitchen table and count out the momyPapad
home.
"For the rent."Mama would count out the big silver pieces.
"For the groceries."Another group of coins.
"I'll need a notebook."That would be my sister Christine,my brother Nels or me.
Mama would put one or two coins to the side.We would watch with anxious inderet At lart,Pagea wauld ar
"Is that all?"And when Mama nodded,we could relax a little.Mama would look up and smile,"Gooded
have to go to the Bank."We were all so proud of Mama's Bank Account.It gave us such a warm,secure feelrine
When Nels graduated from grammar school,he wanted to go on to high school "It will cost a lite mmx
said.
Eagerly we gathered around the table.I took down a box and laid it carefully in froat of Mama This was the
"Little Bank".It was used for sudden emergencies,such as the time when Christine broke iner arm amd hai no be
taken to a doctor.
Nels listed the costs of the things he would need.Mama counted out the money in the Litle Bank Theve s
not enough."We do not want to go to the Bank,"she reminded.We all shook our heads
"I will work in Dillon's grocery after school,"Nels volunteered.
Mama gave him a bright smile and wrote down a number."That's not enough,"Papa said Tinem Ine ook hiis
pipe out of his mouth and looked at it for a long time."I will give up smoking,"he said suddenly.
Mama reached across the table and touched Papa's arm.Then she wrote down another figure.
"I will look after the Elvington children every Friday night,"I said."Christine can help me.
Now there was enough money.We all felt very good because we did not have to go downoowm ad d
money out of Mama's Bank Account.
So many things came out of the Little Bank that year:Christine's dress for the school play,my mesi
Dagmar's operation...Whatever happened,we always knew we still had the Bank to depend upoa
That was twenty years ago.
Last year I sold my first story.When the check came,I hurried over to Mama's and put it in ber lap.Foryom
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