江苏省江阴长泾中学2025-2026学年春学期期中考试高二英语试卷

2025～2026学年春学期期中考试 高二英语试卷 命题人： 复核人： 本试卷分四个部分。满分150分，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. What can we know about Mike? A. He works hard. B. He gets a house. C. He has a low pay. (　　)2. Where are the speakers probably? A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In a booking office. (　　)3. Why does the woman come to the man? A. To stop in Singapore. B. To check her luggage. C. To exchange her ticket. (　　)4. What should the man do according to the woman? A. Do more sports. B. Stay in hospital. C. Get enough rest. (　　)5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Course selection. B. Class registration. C. Textbook purchase. 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和第7两个小题。 (　　)6. What will the woman do on Wednesday evening? A. Attend a concert. B. Give a performance. C. Visit London University. (　　)7. What will the speakers probably be doing at 6：20 Friday evening? A. Having a drink. B. Watching a movie. C. Waiting in a cinema. 听第7段材料，回答第8至第10三个小题。 (　　)8. Who liked the game designed by the woman? A. Mr Cranston. B. Mr Hubbard. C. Ms Cross. (　　)9. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Do less sports. 　　　　B. Write an extra report. C. Apologize to Mr Cranston. (　　)10. What will the man probably do? A. Call his dad. B. Design a game. C. Talk to Mr Cranston. 听第8段材料，回答第11至第13三个小题。 (　　)11. When did the woman get married? A. Three weeks ago. B. Two weeks before. C. Last week. (　　)12. Why did the couple have the wedding at City Hall? A. To save money. B. To invite friends. C. To have a honeymoon. (　　)13. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a bus stop. B. At the office. C. At a café. 听第9段材料，回答第14至第17四个小题。 (　　)14. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers? A. Husband and wife. B. Classmates. C. Workmates. (　　)15. How did the woman know of Systéme? A. She once worked in it. B. She saw it at a fair. C. She saw its ad. (　　)16. What is the woman weak in? A. Creating a website. B. Writing for the media. C. Planning PR strategies. (　　)17. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Read the ad by herself. 　　　 B. E­mail the page to him. C. Talk about the job later. 听第10段材料，回答第18至第20三个小题。 (　　)18. What can we know about the company's products? A. They top in the global fashion. 　 B. They take the name Espassabi. C. They are intended for the young. (　　)19. How much profit did the company make last year? A. 7.6 million euros. B. 19 million euros. C. 30 million euros. (　　)20. What will make the company a top leader? A. Its marketings. B. Its high profits. C. Its new designs. 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 AIRLINE TICKET PROMOTION AND RESERVATION　 Class Base Fare* Includes Economy $180 1 carry­on bag, 1 checked bag, free drinks Premium Economy $260 2 checked bags, meal, priority boarding Business Class $480 2 checked bags, meal, lounge access, flexible change policy *Taxes and airport fees not included. Prices are subject to availability. SKYJET SUMMER SALE—BOOK & SAVE！ The best options for flying： •Fly without limits: To all our destinations in Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. You also have flights around the world in codeshare. •Cargo & Logistics: With our aircraft we reach the main cargo destinations in Latin America, the United States, Europe and Asia from Buenos Aires, Miami and Bogotá. 　　•Fly low­cost: From Argentina, Chile and Colombia you can fly to more than 30 destinations in Latin America and the United States with our Boeing 737 NG and Boeing 737 MAX fleet. Buy before June 15 and get： •25% off Business Class fares •One free lounge pass for companion •No change fees for one­time flight change Buy before October 1 and get： •15% off Premium Economy fares •$30 voucher(代金券) toward onboard purchases •Early boarding privileges Note: Offers apply only to direct bookings for flight departing October 1 to November 15. Must stay a minimum of two nights at destination. Visit www.skyjetair.com or call 1­888­FLY­SKYJET. (　　)21. What service can Premium Economy Class passengers have? A. Free drinks. B. Priority boarding. C. One checked bag. D. Flexible change policy. (　　)22. How much will you probably pay for a Business Class ticket booked on June 2? A. $221. B. $260. C. $360. D. $480. (　　)23. Where is the text probably taken from? A. An admission guide. B. A project report. C. A geography textbook. D. A travel magazine. B Deema Assaf walked slowly through Birgish, one of only a few forests in Jordan, careful not to step on one of the delicate wild orchids. “We once had thick forests，” she said. “There were elephants, rhinos and the Asiatic lion, animals which used to live together with people here.” She looked up at the top of an old oak tree and said, “Discovering that made me see the landscape from a different perspective. It is fascinating to see the potential if human intervention were not affecting ecosystem negatively.” Assaf is an architect and urban forester. After working as a full­time architect for more than ten years, Assaf left her job to look for something more meaningful. She was inspired by a video about a 2，000­year­old forest in Morocco. In the film, she saw a man­made forest in a dry country, with a high ceiling of foliage 枝叶and walls of fruit trees. She decided that this was what she wanted to do in her native Jordan. Her research led her to the Miyawaki method, which creates highly biodiverse, multi­layered native forests ten times faster than nature itself does. Her approach goes beyond planting individual trees. It is about establishing a complex and dynamic plant “community”，reconnecting native species that co­evolved together for thousands of years. Jordan is one of the driest countries in the world, with 75 percent desert and little rainfall. Despite the challenge, Assaf believes it is crucial to act. “It is not drought that causes bare ground, it is bare ground that causes drought，” Assaf said. She claims that “the more we work on greening, the more we give nature the ability to restore itself”． Assaf started small. Her first site was only 107 square meters. She has gradually built a database for native forest creation in Jordan. So far, she has planted four forests with more than 2，700 native plant seedlings. She also collects seeds for others, including those of endangered species in Jordan. Assaf always emphasizes it is important to have people participate in growing forests. She often works in collaboration with schools, universities, cities, and companies. “I see it as a kind of citizen­led species recovery intervention, doing what we believe is right and being part of the solution，” Assaf explains. (　　)24. What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph 1 refer to? A. The old oak tree. B. The preservation of forests. C. The effects of human intervention. D. The co­existence between man and wildlife. (　　)25. What did the video motivate Assaf to do? A. Bring local ecology to life. B. Quit her job as an architect. C. Boost landscape connectivity. D. Monitor biodiversity conservation. (　　)26. What does Assaf highlight in paragraph 4? A. The importance of greening. B. The causes of desertification. C. The urgency to conserve nature. D. The difficulty in fighting drought. (　　)27. What does Assaf think is crucial to her mission? A. Site selection. B. Database creation. C. Business expansion. D. Community engagement. C Nowadays, there are pet pampering(宠爱) packages at hotels, menus with dog­friendly roast dinners and animal­friendly charter flights. This is the “pawprint(爪印) economy”—and it's booming. Pet travel isn't just a trend, it's something of a transformation. The benefits are real for both parties: strengthened bonds, shared experiences and opportunities to build skills and confidence. But there's a growing gap between what the industry is offering and what people and pets need. Here's where the disconnect emerges. While providers advertise “pawsecco” and pet spas, research has shown that people prioritise practical care over “extras”. Studies identify six key qualities that people are looking for: service design, activity support, safety, pet­friendly staff, transparent policies with fair fees, and lastly, amenities(便利设施). Crucially, green spaces drive pet travel planning, boosting well­being for both human and animal. After all, this is the real reason why people choose to travel with pets. Yet many people with pets say they don't believe any accommodation is truly pet friendly, signalling a trust gap. Many properties advertise as “pet friendly” but place restrictions, surprise fees or go no further than simply allowing pets to stay. Part of the problem seems to be one­size­fits­all thinking. Research identifies three distinct groups of people travelling with dogs. There are those seeking basic, convenience­focused accommodation. High­quality experience seekers are willing to pay for luxury. And activity­loving travellers prioritise outdoor adventures. A chihuahua吉娃娃 on a city break has different needs to a labrador 拉布拉多on a hiking trip, yet many providers offer generic(通用的) packages that delight no one. The evidence from both researchers and industry is clear: people will pay more to travel with their pets. For tourism providers, the opportunities are significant. The travel industry faces a choice: continue offering shallow “pet­friendly” experiences or genuinely adapt and ease the stress for travellers and their pets. The evidence shows that pet­friendly facilities, support with activities, and attentive service outweigh add­ons. Delivering this means providing transparent online information so travellers can assess facilities and policies confidently, designing spaces that genuinely welcome pets, and training staff to deliver a knowledgeable service. (　　)28. What is the first paragraph intended to do? A. Show the rise and advantages of pet travel. B. Compare traditional and modern pet care. C. Promote animal­friendly hotels and flights. D. List reasons why pets travel with owners. (　　)29. What is the real reason for pet travel planning according to paragraph 2? A. Advertising extra services. B. Construction of green spaces. C. Enjoying extra services. D. Access to green spaces. (　　)30. What is the disadvantage of one­size­fits­all thinking? A. It ignores pet safety rules. B. It causes environmental pollution. C. It fails to meet different needs. D. It promotes irresponsible pet ownership. (　　)31. How can the travel industry offer genuine pet­friendly experiences according to the evidence? A. By reducing travel costs. B. By advertising for good pet trainers. C. By providing luxury facilities. D. By offering satisfactory service. D We've all heard that ostriches(鸵鸟) bury their heads in the sand when danger approaches. While untrue for the ostriches, it mirrors a common human behavior called “information avoidance”—the active choice to turn away from the freely available information highly relevant to ourselves. But why do we change from naturally curious children into selective information avoiders? A 2025 study titled “Becoming an Ostrich” explored this. Researchers had children aged 5 to 10 play a game where researchers designed two candy distribution schemes(方案): equal shares for each, or one large share and one small share. Most children chose the latter and claimed the large share. Then, researchers asked whether they would like to know how many candies were left for their partner. The result was interesting. Younger children showed strong curiosity, actively seeking their partner's information. The older children, however, increasingly chose to avoid it. Researchers explained as children grow older, they become more concerned with feeling at ease—even if their actions might not be moral. By avoiding their partner's information, they tend to keep a sense of fairness, or at least appearing fair. This strategy makes it easier to act in satisfying personal interests without feeling guilty. They note that adults routinely employ the same approach in various real­life situations. Yet avoidance has long­term costs. Skipping health screenings may ease anxiety now, but can risk serious health issues later. Avoiding tough conversations may prevent short­term conflict, but will likely trap people in unsatisfying relationships. “By repeatedly avoiding opposing views，” researchers warns, “we build avoidance habits that can harden into rigid thinking patterns over time.” It's no wonder researchers refer to this as a fundamental human contradiction: we start out in life as curious explorers, eager as possible to absorb whatever knowledge we can. Yet, somewhere along the way, we learn to stick our heads in the sand like an ostrich. This comfortable escape, nevertheless, can shape our choices and determine how our lives unfold. Recognizing this is the first step toward reclaiming the courageous curiosity that defines our earliest years. (　　)32. How does the author introduce “information avoidance” in paragraph 1? A. By using a metaphor. B. By offering statistics. C. By showing an argument. D. By giving an example. (　　)33. Why did the older children avoid their partner's information? A. To maintain a nice self­image. B. To safeguard others' interests. C. To sustain their sense of guilt. D. To obey the rules of the game. (　　)34. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. The consequences of avoidance actions. B. The ways of forming thinking patterns. C. The reasons of ignoring opposing views. D. The health costs of our avoidance habits. (　　)35. What can be a suitable title of the text? A. Does avoidance bring true happiness? B. Should we bury heads like an ostrich? C. Can we shape our childhood curiosity? D. Is avoidance a path to greater curiosity? 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。 A lot of parents think kids want to spend all their time on social media, and that's why it's so hard to take away. But here's the truth: __36__ The reason they can't decide not to use these apps for themselves is because they're afraid of missing out on social opportunities, since so many young people maintain their friendships on these platforms. If parents all made the same decision not to let our kids use social media, we'd solve the problem for them. Even if only some parents restrict their kids' use, it will be enough to force teens to find other ways of communicating. When I talk to parents and teachers about this, I like to start by telling them about a 2023 study in which college students were asked how much money researchers would have to pay them not to use social media accounts for a month. __37__ Actually, the average amount they wanted was $50, and the median(中位数)，$30, was even lower. Then the researchers asked the students how much they'd have to pay them to deactivate their accounts if their friends did the same thing. The answer is: __38__ No audience member of mine has ever correctly guessed the result. In situations like this, our job as parents is to step in and help our kids. If parents all told our kids they're not allowed to use social media until they're 16 years old, none of them would face the dilemma(窘境) of losing social opportunities in the first place. Even if only a few of their friends don't have social media, they won't be pariahs(被遗弃的人). __39__ Instead of seeing pictures of the parties to which they weren't invited on social apps, they could text with their friends on flip(老式翻盖) phones to make plans—or call and chat. __40__ Instead of following the polished versions of one another's lives, they could get together in person and talk about how they're really doing. A. Kids will probably worry about it. B. Our responsibility here is no different. C. Many teenagers recognize that social media is unhealthy. D. The students were willing to pay the researchers to make this happen. E. So talk to the parents of your kids' friends and get them to do the same thing. F. My audience typically guesses that the students demanded tens of thousands of dollars. G. Chat groups with people kids know are a good alternative to conversations on social apps. 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。 Eight years ago, then in my mid­40s, I overheard an older man ask a young girl: “What do you want to be when you grow up？” She cheerfully listed a(n) __41__ range of dreams: vet, painter，computer coder. I listened with __42__， but soon it changed into unease. She still had time to become any of those things. Yet at my age, no one was asking me that question anymore. More importantly, I had __43__ asking myself that question. That conversation stayed in my mind, and I woke up the next morning still feeling __44__. There are many reasons midlife often gets __45__ as a period of “crisis”， sitting at the bottom of a U­shaped curve(曲线) of life happiness, but “as you begin to stop making decisions, it won't be long before you have __46__ actually making decisions”， one researcher said. I decided to __47__. A(n) __48__ Google search of “What are the hardest things you can do” led me to obstacle course racing (OCR，障碍赛). Growing up as a skinny kid, I had always wanted to be __49__. In reality, though, I was mostly picked last for teams and __50__ the bench. OCR became my answer to the older man's question. For the last six years, I've __51__ almost every day to become something I always wanted to be as a little girl but never thought __52__. As a competitive athlete, I've raced more than 50 times and __53__ often in my age group. Nothing in my younger years __54__ I could develop such abilities. However, by drawing on the perspective(思维方式), experience and wisdom I now possess as an adult, I made it happen. Your __55__ may differ from mine, but you, too, can bring it to life. (　　)41. A. familiar B. creative C. annoying D. impressive (　　)42. A. admiration B. relief C. regret D. pride (　　)43. A. delayed B. stopped C. risked D. finished (　　)44. A. unsettled B. wronged C. committed D. inspired (　　)45. A. mistaken B. labeled C. confirmed D. selected (　　)46. A. advantage B. opportunity C. difficulty D. danger (　　)47. A. quit B. seek C. act D. learn (　　)48. A. routine B. frightening C. unexpected D. random (　　)49. A. energetic B. athletic C. realistic D. romantic (　　)50. A. warmed B. repaired C. cheered D. watched (　　)51. A. operated B. trained C. competed D. worked (　　)52. A. simple B. reliable C. possible D. sustainable (　　)53. A. medaled B. struggled C. coached D. exercised (　　)54. A. opposed B. insisted C. denied D. suggested (　　)55. A. age B. problem C. ambition D. condition 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。 The Qin Dynasty's underground palace, __56__ the silent Terracotta Army(兵马俑) buried for centuries now seems to come to life with digital equipment, provides a vivid experience for visitors. At Mars­themed bases, children wear astronaut suits and start a __57__(thrill) space mission. These innovative experiences are transforming traditional tourism. “Tech tourism” is rapidly establishing itself as a major trend in China. According to an industry report, China's smart tourism market __58__(expect) to reach 1.4 trillion yuan by the end of 2026, demonstrating the enormous potential. From light shows and drone displays to interactions with robots, tech­driven scenes __59__(create) by scenic spots and cultural sites have become must­visit check­in points for tourists __60__(touch) the future. Technology has become __61__ essential tool for fostering tourist engagement. For the youth, “Tech tourism” acts __62__ a vital bridge connecting knowledge with interest. Many science museums launch activities to make complex technology accessible, which is effective in arousing __63__(teenager) scientific passion. Travel used to be about hurried sightseeing, __64__ now tourists can take their time to enjoy themselves, from passive acceptance to active participation. When technology is fully integrated as a driving force behind cultural tourism, rather than __65__(simple) a supporting tool, a new blue ocean of innovation will undoubtedly arise, far beyond the traditional landscapes of mountains and rivers. 第四部分：书面表达（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华。为增强学生对中国传统文化的了解，你校将举办“传统文化体验日”（Traditional Culture Experience Day）活动。请你代表学生会给校英文网站写一则英文通知，内容包括： 1. 活动时间和地点；​ 2. 活动内容；​ 3. 活动意义。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80个左右，可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Notice ___________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节(满分25分) 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 It took only seconds to realize what had happened. My car had been hit by another vehicle as I was starting to exit the underground parking garage near my office. When I got out to speak with the man who had just hit my car, he asked if I was okay. He looked quite concerned and started to apologize, his voice trembling slightly. “I am so sorry, ma'am. Are you okay？” To be truthful, I didn't know what to say. Not wanting to get into an argument with this stranger, I suggested we exchange our insurance information. Neither of us was injured, and the damage wouldn't prevent us from driving our cars. I told the man my plan was to stop at the nearby police station to file a report and suggested he do the same. While driving to the police station, I kept thinking about my bad luck that some ignorant guy sped down the lane behind the building where I parked my car. We both arrived. I complained about the accident to the police officer who was filing the report. Then the officer walked out to the parking lot with us to take a look at the damage to my car. “Doesn't look too bad, lady. Please come and collect the accident report in three days，” he said. Annoyed over the sudden trouble, I claimed $100 for the discomfort and inconvenience it caused. To my surprise, the man handed me the money without any protest. Before leaving, he murmured, “I hope you're okay. Sometimes small accidents have hidden impacts. Reach out to me if you need anything else.” Still angry the next day, I ignored the messages he sent me inquiring about my physical health. This anger went on for a couple of days until I received the official report informing us of the “Rules of the Road” related to exiting a parking garage. As drivers exiting the parking garage should give way to vehicles on the main road, I was found to be at fault. Besides, the police investigation proved that the guy did not exceed the speed limit. Recalling what I had done, I felt so ashamed. 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。 I told myself that I must do something. __________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ The next afternoon, I arrived at the appointed café in advance. __________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 高二春学期期中考试 英语参考答案及听力材料 第一部分　听力 1～5　CABCC　6～10　BACBC　11～15　AAACB　16～20　AACAC 第二部分　阅读 第一节 21～23　BCD　24～27　DAAD　28～31　ADCD　32～35　AAAB 第二节 36～40　CFDEG 第三部分　语言运用 第一节 41～45　DABAB　46～50　CCDBA　51～55　BCADC 第二节 56. where　57. thrilling　58. is expected　59. created　60. to touch　61. an　62. as　63. teenagers' 64. but　65. simply 第四部分　写作 第一节 Notice To deepen students’ understanding of Chinese traditional culture, our school will hold a Traditional Culture Experience Day this Friday in the school hall. Various activities will be arranged, including calligraphy writing, paper-cutting workshops and exhibitions of traditional musical instruments. Teachers and invited artists will give brief introductions and offer hands-on guidance, allowing students to experience the beauty and charm of these cultural treasures. This event provides a valuable opportunity for us to appreciate our cultural heritage and strengthen our cultural confidence. All students are warmly welcome to participate and explore the richness of Chinese traditions. Students’ Union 第二节 I__told__myself__that__I__must__do__something. Since I was at fault, returning that $100 was the least I could do! Fortunately, I still had his earlier messages in my phone. Scrolling through my phone, I quickly found his number. Gathering my courage, I dialed it with trembling fingers. When he realized it was me, he sounded surprised yet concerned, asking whether I was okay. Overwhelmed with guilt about my rudeness, I stammered out the request for a meeting. He agreed warmly and we decided to grab a coffee at a café near my place. The__next__afternoon,__I__arrived__at__the__appointed__café__in__advance. Soon, the man arrived with a relaxed expression, easing my awkwardness instantly. Pressing the money into his hands, I repeated my sincere apology. With my insistence, he took the money and kindly offered to buy me the coffee. Still ashamed yet curious, I asked why he wasn't annoyed since it was my fault. A smile carried his words to me, “To forgive others is just to be kind to ourselves.” They landed so directly that I chuckled at the anger I had pointlessly clung to. With a lighter heart, I left the café， grateful for this gift of forgiveness. Text 1 W: Hello, Jack. I was told that Mike is going to buy a new apartment. Is that true? M: Mike? I doubt it. What he earns is just enough to put his body and soul together. Text 2 M: I've looked and looked, but I can't seem to find this book. W: Well, I guess someone must have already checked it out. You can put in a reserve slip. M: A reserve slip? What should I do? Text 3 W: I'd like to check my luggage. Here is my ticket. M: All right, are you going to have any stops? W: Yes, I'm going to have a temporary stop in Singapore, but I want to check my things through to Australia. Text 4 W: Now let me take your temperature. Well, I'm afraid you've got a fever. M: Can I possibly take part in the sports meeting the day after tomorrow? W: I'm afraid not. You must stay home for one or two days. I'll give you some medicine for it. Text 5 W: You know what? You can buy your textbooks already. M: Really, but I haven't registered for the courses yet. W: Yes, but you can get the books as long as you've decided what courses you should take. Text 6 W: 563 2836. M: Hello, is that Gene? W: Yes, speaking. M: There is a really good film on at the cinema this week. It's called Sounds Forever. Would you like to come and see it with me on Wednesday evening? W: I'm afraid I can't. I'm going to play at a concert at London University on Wednesday. M: What about Friday then? W: Great! Yes, I'd love to. What time does it start? M: Seven o'clock. Would you like to go for a drink first? W: Yes, fine. Is six o'clock ok? We can meet outside the cinema. M: Fine. See you on Friday then. Bye. Text 7 M: Hey, Alan. How were your classes? W: They were great. My English teacher Mr Hubbard gave me a second chance to do my homework, and my computer teacher Ms Cross really liked the computer game I made. M: I wish I could say the same. My history teacher dislikes me, he says he is going to call my dad so I can't play basketball. W: Who is your history teacher? M: Mr Cranston. W: Oh, he was really mean. Last year I had this same problem. I wrote an extra report, and he agreed not to call my parents. M: Yes, he is still really mean. He knows how much I like sport, and he is still going to call my dad. Do you think he'll do that for me? W: I don't know, but you should try. M: You're right. I'll ask him. Text 8 M: Hi, Linda. I hear you and John got married last week. W: Yeah, we did. Three weeks ago. M: Well, congratulations! W: Thank you. M: Didn't you have a big wedding at Central Garden? W: No, we got married at City Hall. We are saving to buy a house. M: Where did you have the reception? W: Oh, we just invited a few friends over to our home for drinks afterwards. M: Did you wear wedding gown? W: Just a skirt and blouse. M: Oh! W: And John wore a jacket and jeans. M: Where did you go for your honeymoon? W: We did not have a honeymoon. We went back to work the next day. Ah, here comes my bus. M: Listen, I'd love to help celebrate. Why don't you two come over for a drink next week? W: Sure, we'd love to. I'll talk to John and call you Monday. M: Great. See you next week. W: Bye. Text 9 M: Hey, Jenny. It's Harold. Have you seen the independence job pages today? There's an advertisement for a PR coordinator at Systéme. W: Systéme? Wasn't that the company on the stand next to us at last month's fashion fair? M: Yes, that's the one. W: What are they asking for? M: A degree with two years' experience in PR, so that's okay? You're a graduate and you've been working here more than two years, haven't you? W: Yes, and I worked at L'Oreal before I came here. M: So your French is excellent, of course? W: Well, of course. What does the advert say about the actual job? M: Let's see ... Coordinating product launches, contacting with editors, writing articles for the media, and planning PR strategies. Oh! And developing a website, you could do all that. W: Well, I don't know a thing about websites, but the rest sounds really interesting. M: It would be more about the ideas for the site. I'll tell you what. I'll email the page to you, and why don't you read it yourself? I would apply if I were you. You're always saying how bored you're here. W: Okay. I'll have a look at it, and we can talk about it at lunch time. Text 10 Good afternoon, everyone! Before I tell you about our new products, I want to give you some basic information about our company. We are situated in Paris, and we are making clothes under the C. Cook and Mirabelle brand names. Our customers are young men and women from all walks of life. In the age range 16 to 25. We also supply products to agents and mail­order catalogs. We are among the French top three in the clothing sector. We employ almost 300 people. Last year, we achieved over 190 million euros and produced profit of 7.6 million, that is to say 4% of sales. Finally, a few words about our future plans. We are working on exciting new designs which will reflect a completely new concept of teenage fashion. I'm sure this will make Espassabi the leader of European Fashion market. 高一英语第 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $