福建省厦门第一中学2025-2026学年度第二学期期中考试高二年英语试卷

null 福建省厦门第一中学2025-2026学年度 第二学期期中考试 高二年英语试卷 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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 are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A song. B. A hobby. C. A hero. 2. What will the man do this Friday afternoon? A. Watch a show. B. See a dentist. C. Chair a meeting. 3. Where are the speakers probably? A. In the supermarket. B. At the airport. C. In the car. 4. How does the man sound? A. Alarmed. B. Calm. C. Excited. 5. What does the man suggest Susan do? A. Find academic partners. B. Present research results. C. Seek university funding. 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 is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Neighbors. B. Friends. C. Coworkers. 7. What is the woman doing? A. Selling flowers. B. Taking a class. C. Tending her garden. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the woman talk to the man? A. To discuss the meal plan. B. To order take-away food. C. To complain about the food. 9. What does the woman care about regarding the food? A. Its healthiness. B. Its diversity. C. Its taste. 10. What does the man mean in the end? A. The change of oil is well received. B. It’s hard to meet everyone’s needs. C. They will go back to the old recipe. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Why did Sam decide to make the show? A. To record kids’ life. B. To connect kids to nature. C. To protect the environment. 12. What’s the challenge of organizing a hike for children? A. Keeping kids focused. B. Arousing kids’ curiosity. C. Dealing with emergencies. 13. What does Sam intend to film next season? A. A coastal walk. B. A forest adventure. C. A desert hike. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What happened to Susan yesterday? A. She had an accident. B. She missed the test. C. She was sick. 15. What is Susan asking Professor Davis about? A. The acting skills. B. The exam content. C. The writing assignment. 16. What does Davis ask Susan to do? A. To attend a meeting. B. To distribute the tickets. C. To reschedule a theater visit. 17. Who is Alan Altman? A. An actor. B. A receptionist. C. A professor. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What discount can students get for one book? A. 30%. B. 20%. C. 10%. 19. What can all students do on the spot? A. Get small prizes. B. Grab a free coffee. C. Have a lucky draw. 20. What’s the purpose of this announcement? A. To advertise a bookstore. B. To introduce a book fair. C. To promote new books. 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，选出最佳选项。 A Tree-planting projects are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, led by companies, nonprofits, governments, and communities.This raises the question of how investors or donors can choose which projects to support and assess their effectiveness. To address this, researchers of the Mongabay. app created a database to organize information on what reforestation projects publicly disclose (披露). It is based on a comprehensive set of expert-identified criteria grouped into five categories-context, ecological, economic, social, and institutional-and assists users to identify suitable projects and ask informed questions. ·Why use the Mongabay. app High standards: Our list of criteria was primarily drawn from the Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) approach, widely recognized as the gold standard across the restoration sector. Transparency (透明度): Rather than make an assessment of the quality of the projects, the Mongabay. app reveals how much information is publicly disclosed by an organization. A growing catalog (目录): The community is encouraged to share new projects and update information about existing projects to make this catalog the best available resource. ·How it works To find a reforestation project that matches your interests, sort through the catalog using indicators from five key categories. Once you have a list of potential projects, examine the circular diagram next to each one — this represents its transparency level: the more complete the circle, the more information is disclosed. Click on the diagram to dig into the detailed project chart, so you can make an informed decision on which project to support. 21. What is the main purpose of the researchers by creating a database? A. To finance projects. B. To set up standards. C. To launch initiatives. D. To help make choices. 22. What is the first step to find a suitable project? A. Make an in-depth study of projects. B. Outline a list of candidate projects. C. Examine project charts in a diagram. D. Assess a project’s transparency level. 23.Which project would interest an investor seeking clear information on forest type? A. B. C. D. B I was a habitual pessimist, forever assuming the worst cases. As a textbook “helicopter mom,” I checked the backyard for hidden dangers before letting him play, carried a fully stocked emergency kit to his T-ball games, and flatly declined all concerts or crowded outings — fearing crushes, fires, or unforeseen disasters. My husband Don repeatedly argued that my overprotection was suffocating (窒息) David, urging me to let him experience normal childhood risks, but I maintained that I was merely safeguarding my son. The significant turning point came on a quiet afternoon when I chanced upon David in his room. He was carefully wrapping his beloved Superman figurine (小雕像) in bubble wrap, and when I asked why, he announced proudly, “Now you’re safe from pointy buildings and crashes.” In that instant, I was struck by a harsh and humbling truth: my overwhelming paranoia (偏执) had impacted his young mind, narrowing not just my own world but limiting his too. I realized I was wasting my life on unfounded fears and dragging David into the same cycle of anxiety. Determined to change, I peeled off the bubble wrap, explained that only Kryptonite could harm Superman, and guided him to play with non-destructive targets. I agreed to attend the downtown concert Don had been urging us to go to, adopting “cross that bridge if we come to it” as my new motto. Gradually, I reconnected with friends I’d pushed away, loosened the invisible hold I had on David, and learned to embrace the present moment rather than fear the unknown. I’ll never seek extreme adventures like skydiving, but I now enjoy activities I once avoided-from family camping trips to David’s sports games. He matured into a confident, tough young man, bearing the small scars of a normal childhood. Those roads I missed due to paranoia still hurt, but the newer, brighter paths I’ve chosen — thanks to a four-year-old and his superhero — have made all the difference in both our lives. 24. Which of the following best describes the mother in paragraph 1? A. sensible and cautious. B. Daring and responsible. C. Indifferent and pessimistic. D. Overprotective and insistent. 25. Why did the mother decide to change? A. To rebuild her social life and happiness. B. To become a perfectly fearless role model. C. To discourage her son from becoming fearful. D. To demonstrate her parenting style was justified 26. What do we know about the mother from the last two paragraphs? A. She addressed problems as they arose. B. She approved of a scar-free childhood. C. She rarely regretted her missed chances. D. She completely transformed her life belief. 27. Which of the following titles is most suitable for the passage? A. The Many Roads Not Taken B. The Day I Conquered All Fear C. Superman Saves More Than a Child D. From Helicopter Mom to Hands-off Parent C Historically, the worker who worked the most hours was widely seen as an organization’s most valuable employee. But that is no longer true: as AI promises to transform how we work, and the four-day-workweek movement gains steam, it is time to admit once and for all that working more does not make you more productive. In fact, many workers could dutifully keep themselves busy for an entire day without doing anything of real value, instead answering pointless emails and attending unnecessary meetings. Meanwhile, many are struggling under the unsustainable consequences of applying an industrial-era measure of productivity — namely, dividing output by hours — to our modern knowledge economy. As a result, workers are under constant pressure to relinquish their rightfully earned time to prove their commitment. Those who finish their tasks more quickly are typically rewarded with more work to fill the hours they’ve saved, in what is sometimes referred to as “performance punishment.” A co-worker who works through evenings, weekends, or lunch breaks to complete the same workload, meanwhile, is often more likely to be praised or even promoted for their perceived commitment. This dynamic ultimately creates more pressure to look busy than to deliver value, which is getting in the way of actually getting work done and holding back organizational productivity while wearing down workers’ well-being. So it is time for us to be smarter about how we work. That is ultimately what the four-day workweek movement seeks to inspire. Instead of just giving everyone an extra vacation day each week, when positioned as a performance-based motivator, the four-day workweek becomes a wake-up call to refocus our time and energy at work on the things that really matter to the business. In today’s knowledge economy and tomorrow’s AI reality, the most successful individuals, organizations, and nations won’t be those that work the most hours, but those that are the most effective at making their working hours count. 28. How does the author introduce the topic? A. By listing AI-driven changes in work. B. By challenging the hours-productivity link. C. By describing employee-centered practices. D. By advocating a short-time working pattern. 29. What does the underlined word “relinquish” in paragraph 2 mean? A. Set aside. B. Count on. C. Give up. D. Care about. 30. What weakens organizational effectiveness according to paragraph 3? A. Job burnout. B. Performative busyness. C. Unfair punishment. D. Unnoticed commitment. 31. What does the author think of the four-day workweek? A. A reward for efficiency at work. B. A wake-up call to stay competitive. C. A push to think smarter about work. D. A preparation for the uncertain future. D Plastic has always been a double-edged sword — multi-purpose and cheap, but chemically stable. Traditional recycling methods involve multiple stages of sorting, cleaning, and melting (融化), which are energy-intensive and degrade the material’s quality. Turning plastic into fuel has been explored before, but existing techniques require high heat, complex catalysts (催化剂), and often produce impure results. Now, a groundbreaking cooperation between scientists in the US and China has brought the world one step closer to a real solution. Using a specially designed catalytic reaction, researchers found away to break down long plastic polymer (聚合物) chains into short hydrocarbon molecules — the building blocks of fuel — in a single step. The team’s secret lies in a novel catalytic material that operates at medium temperatures — far lower than those used in conventional methods. Unlike traditional recycling, which melts plastic into lower-grade products, this catalyst essentially reduces plastics into usable hydrocarbon chains in just a few hours. The output can then be further processed into fuels for vehicles or even planes. According to Professor Zhang Wei, a chemical engineer from the Chinese partner university, the process transforms 95% of the plastic into usable hydrocarbons, leaving minimal remains and almost no harmful byproducts. The implications of this breakthrough extend far beyond scientific curiosity. If widely used, the one-step plastic-to-fuel method could dramatically reduce both plastic waste and non-renewable fuel dependence. Promising as the results are, experts stress that the cost of catalysts, the difficulty of collecting mixed plastic waste, and the issue of carbon emissions from burning fuels are key challenges to be addressed. For this reason, scientists see the innovation not as an end point, but as a temporary fix toward a cleaner future. While questions remain, this innovation marks a hopeful turn in humanity’s long battle with plastic waste. It transforms what was once pollution into power and demonstrates that the solutions to big problems often lie in rethinking waste not as garbage — but as potential. 32. What is a key advantage of the new method of recycling plastics? A. Low costs. B. Simple processes. C. High security. D. Adjustable reaction. 33. What’s the main function of the novel catalyst? A. Speeding up waste collection. B. Adjusting the operating temperature. C. Minimizing harmful byproducts. D. Turning plastics into basic chemicals. 34. How do scientists regard the method? A. A dead end. B. A starting point. C. A stepping stone. D. A definite answer. 35. What inspiration does the innovation bring to us? A. New perspectives open up possibilities. B. Human effort overcomes challenges. C. Close cooperation works wonders. D. Tough problems lead to innovations. 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 work is piling up, pressure is mounting, and deadlines are approaching. How can we still get useful results if we need to make quick judgments and fast decisions? 36 Here’s how we can upgrade our minds. Firstly, challenge your key assumptions. Based on past experience, our minds constantly make assumptions about the world. However, what saves us time and energy can lead to wrong conclusions if they remain unchallenged. Start by working in a team and questioning each other’s assumptions. 37 . You should also consider alternative explanations. Humans seek explanations, and we prefer the one that comes to mind first. 38 It pays to naturally look beyond the most obvious explanations. This is to avoid confirmation bias, the tendency to ignore evidence that goes against a prior belief. A master thinker treats their preferred explanation just as an assumption. 39 They simply refer to the main factors influencing how things have been going or how they will go. If we practice watching for driving factors when we have time to think, we’ll be able to identify them more instinctively on occasions when we’re in a hurry. The master thinker prioritizes the factors that impact an issue the most. Finally, consider the overall context. The master thinker considers the circumstances and conditions of an issue.   40 A few minutes to orient (使适应) ourselves and reflect on the situation as a whole can once more save us time down the road. Only then is it time to consider the details and incorporate them back into said picture. A. Moreover, try to focus on key drivers. B. Attempt to think about problems wisely. C. However, that isn’t necessarily the correct one. D. This habit involves looking at the big picture first. E. True expert thinkers know the limitations of their minds. F. This collaborative approach enables your thinking to be challenged. G. Actually, the habits of master thinkers can help in reasoning and making decisions. 第三部分 语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 My sister and I recently travelled back from Portugal. Among our memories, one experience 41 . As a literary 42 , I’d planned to visit a bookstore recommended by my favorite author. On our first day, we sear bed through the winding lanes for hours 43 and a sudden downpour forced us to end the  44 . 45 to leave empty-handed, we made a final attempt on the last day. However, contradictory directions from passers-by only deepened our 46 . As dusk fell, shopkeepers were packing up, streets quieting, and hope fading. Wet from another shower and with a torn map, we felt even more 47 . Then, a blind turn led us to a narrow street where a store drew our attention. My sister stopped to  48  the map, and I glanced at the signs — “That’s it!” I 49 . The owner looked up, smiled, and 50 us in. Inside, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves lined the walls. As I ran my fingers along the bookshelves, a hardcover caught my eye. Just as I 51 for it, another hand brushed against the cover. “You like it too?” a woman smiled. As the bookstore’s regular, she instantly 52 with me and I told her our 53 search. The owner, overhearing our story, stepped over and 54 us with two copies of the book, each signed by the author, “for those truly appreciating it,” he said. My sister captured the moment as we exchanged email, promising to share reflections on the book later. Detours didn’t ruin our trip; instead, they led us to the priceless 55 — the places and the people we are meant to meet. 41. A. fell apart B. stood out C. carried on D. came about 42. A. enthusiast B. critic C. genius D. expert 43. A. casually B. smoothly C. briefly D. fruitlessly 44. A. hunt B. crisis C. vacation D. observation 45. A. Determined B. Hesitant C. Anxious D. Unwilling 46. A. knowledge B. relief C. curiosity D. confusion 47. A. bored B. lost C. hungry D. curious 48. A. fold B. mark C. consult D. fix 49. A. whispered B. complained C. cried D. sighed 50. A. waved B. followed C. pushed D. blocked 51. A. applied B. paid C. searched D. reached 52. A. competed B. bonded C. quarreled D. joked 53. A. comprehensive B. patient C. chaotic D. random 54. A. equipped B. awarded C. presented D. connected 55. A. encounters B. appointments C. choices D. lessons 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。 Architecture studio Penda has released visualizations of its “Yin-Yang House” — a home designed for a tiny plot near the German city of Kassel. Founded by architects Chris Precht and Dayong Sun, the studio created this home for a young family 56 (pursue) a self-sufficient lifestyle in the countryside. Given the site’s compact (紧凑的) nature, the only space available 57 (grow) fruit, vegetables and herbs is the roof. Penda therefore designed the roof as a series of terraces (露台) that create a 58 (function) garden. “Whenever architects design a building, they take 59 area away that used to belong to nature,” said the studio, “and we try to give this space back.” The building’s form consists of two interlocking sections based on the symbol for Yin-Yang-a Chinese philosophy that describes how 60 (seeming) opposing forces can combine to create a 61 (balance) and strong whole. The unique roof features stepped levels going up from the center, like the way mountains rise on either side of a valley. The sloping (倾斜的) roof ensures that rainwater 62 (channel) towards a tank below for  63  (store) to water the plants. Throughout the year, the plants will change 64 the seasons, varying the building’s appearance. The “Yin-Yang House” integrates living and working spaces, architecture and nature, creating a truly self-sufficient home, 65 timeless wisdom meets the future of green design. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分15分） 假定你是李华，你校英语社将组织社员和英国交换生参加“中西方艺术对话”（Dialogue between Chinese and Western Art）的主题艺术展，请你写一则通知在校英文报上刊登，内容包括： 1．展览介绍； 2．注意事项。 注意： 1．词数80左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 EAST MEETS WEST: CHINESE AND WESTERN ART ON SHOW 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。 Sean Royston, and his long-time friend, Tolin Annis had a tradition to head out for an expedition (探险) every other year. In 2016, they decided to kayak (划皮艇) the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, a challenging route on Lake Superior. On September 13, they loaded up on food and camping devices, climbed into their kayaks, and pushed off from a beach near the national park’s service center. They planned to return in a week. They moved through small waves and headed northeast. Soon the lakeshore’s trademark cliffs (悬崖) began to rise on their right. Away from the shore, the head wind grew to the forecasted 10 knots — and kept rising. Still, they never considered turning around. They had been rowing maybe 90 minutes when, quite suddenly, the waves grew to two metres and steepened. The wind rose to an intense 20 knots, putting them in danger of flipping over. “It went bad fast!” shouted Tolin, who was in the lead about 20 metres ahead of Sean. Meanwhile, the wind pushed them closer to the cliff, where the waves became even steeper and rolled them into the water. Sean managed to get back to kayak, holding onto it for stability, and then paddled (划水) using his free hand. But he couldn’t make any progress against the strong wind. “My arms are giving out.” Sean thought to himself, “I gotta call now.” Using a VHF radio clipped to his life jacket, Sean called: “Mayday, two kayakers stuck.” But the tall cliffs blocked the signal from reaching anyone. When he raised his head, his friend had disappeared from sight. The man yelled to his friend at the top of his lungs, but there was no reply. Sean struggled until the waves finally pushed him away from the shoreline and farther out in the lake. Exhausted, he floated on his back and considered his options. Sean decided to turn downwind, towards the beach where they had launched that morning. It was 5 kilometers away. “I’m a swimmer.” Sean talked himself up and started kicking. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Luckily, after what seemed like a century. Sean saw the beach within reach. The rescue team headed out immediately for Tolin. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 福建省厦门第一中学2025-2026学年度 第二学期期中考试 高二年英语答案 1-5 ABCBC 6-10 ACCAB 11-15 BAACB 16-20 BACBA 21-23 DBA 24-27 DCAC 28-31 BCBC 32-35 BDCA 36-40 GFCAD 41-45 BADAD 46-50 DBCCA 51-55 DBCCA 56. pursuing 57. to grow 58. functional 59. an 60. seemingly 61. balanced 62. is channeled 63. storage 64. with 65. where 应用文 Possible version 1 — 绘画 EAST MEETS WEST: CHINESE AND WESTERN ART ON SHOW A visit to the exhibition “Dialogue between Chinese and Western Art” in our City Museum will be launched by our English Club next Saturday. All club members and British exchange students are required to gather at the school gate at 8:00 a.m. A wide range of splendid artworks at home and abroad will be on display. The highlight of the exhibition is The Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh, which is celebrated for its swirling sky and vibrant colors, filling the painting with energy and emotion. Also of primary note is a world-famous masterpiece Along the River During the Qingming Festival. It vividly portrays bustling street scenes, bringing the prosperity of the Northern Song Dynasty to life. Please bear in mind that photography, food and drinks are strictly forbidden in the exhibition hall to protect the artworks. Come and join us. We guarantee that this exhibition will offer you a wonderful cross-cultural art feast. Possible version 2 — 雕塑 EAST MEETS WEST: CHINESE AND WESTERN ART ON SHOW With the aim of promoting international cultural exchange, our English Club will organize a visit to the exhibition “Dialogue between Chinese and Western Art” to be held in the City Museum next Saturday. Among the Western artworks on display, the classic sculpture The Thinker stands out. It boasts lifelike details and unique artistic charm, fully reflecting Western artists’ superb techniques. A shining representative of Chinese cultural treasures is the Bronze Goose-and-Fish Lamp. Exquisite in shape and eco-friendly in design, it perfectly combines beauty with practicality, showing the wisdom of ancient Chinese craftsmen. This is just a small taste of what is in store at the exhibition. We firmly believe this rewarding visit will leave a deep impression on you. All club members and British exchange students are to gather at the entrance to the museum at 8 a.m. Please keep quiet throughout the visit. Besides, no photos or food and drink are allowed inside. 读后续写 Possible version 1 Luckily, after what seemed like a century, Sean saw the beach within reach. With his remaining strength, he kicked against the crashing waves, his lungs burning and his limbs numb. Collapsing onto the sand, he gasped desperately for air, but he knew the clock was ticking. “I have to hurry and save Tolin!” he muttered. Praying for a miracle, Sean used the VHF radio clipped to his life jacket to call again: “Mayday! I’m stranded on the beach. My friend Tolin is missing near the cliff and needs immediate rescue.” Fortunately, the radio signal successfully reached the staff at the park’s service center, who hurried to offer him first aid and dispatched a rescue team to search for Tolin. The rescue team headed out immediately for Tolin. A helicopter hovered over the cliffs, searching carefully for the missing kayaker in the relentless waters. Before long, the rescue team caught sight of Tolin, who was leaning against a rock and barely able to wave his arm for help. A rescuer lowered himself down a rope, approached Tolin, and then pulled him up, wrapping him in a blanket. Minutes later, they took Tolin back to the service center for treatment. Tears of relief streamed down their cheeks when they saw each other and they expressed their sincere gratitude to the rescue team. It was Sean’s bravery and calm resolve that gave Tolin a precious second chance at life. This experience also impressed upon them the value of life and the warmth of human kindness. Possible version 2 Luckily, after what seemed like a century, Sean saw the beach within reach. He kicked wildly against the relentless force of the ocean. Every stroke drained his remaining strength and his limbs grew heavier with exhaustion. Summoning the last bit of his strength, Sean dragged himself onto the beach and struggled to call for help with the VHF radio. Luckily, the signal wasn’t blocked this time, and it successfully reached the national park’s service center. Sean reported that Tolin was in urgent need of help and described his general location in a faint voice, hoping they would act swiftly. The service center staff responded immediately to his call: they hurried to help Sean and organized a search for Tolin. The rescue team headed out immediately for Tolin. Racing toward the cliffs in a rescue boat, they cut through the rough waves and spared no effort to search for Tolin. Before long, they spotted Tolin, who lay unconscious against a rock. They quickly pulled him aboard and laid him on the deck. Without delay, they started performing CPR, pressing hard on his chest. Moments later, Tolin coughed up seawater and slowly regained consciousness. Wrapped in a warm blanket, he was rushed back to the service center. The two friends clung to each other, their bodies trembling with joy and relief. Tolin extended his heartfelt gratitude to Sean and the rescue team, without whose help he wouldn’t have survived. It dawned on them that life was precious and that calm resolve and bravery really counted. 听力原文 Text 1 W: Hey, listen! It’s that Hero? I used to sing this song all the time as a kid. M: Oh wow, memories. Mariah Carey’s voice is just incredible in this track. Text 2 W: Are you still going to watch the ballet this Friday afternoon? M: I wish I could, but I’ll be sitting in the dentist’s chair. It took me a long time to get this appointment. Text 3 M: Oh, no! We’re stuck right in front of this supermarket. The traffic isn’t moving at all. W: We’re going to be late. We might miss our flight. I really wish we had taken the other route. Text 4 M: A pleasure to meet you, so you’re the police? W: Yes, but don’t be alarmed. I’m just investigating. M: I’m more than used to it. Nearly everyone in my family is in the police force. Text 5 M: Susan, I was really impressed by your presentation the other day. Have you thought about expanding on it? W: Sure, I’d love to. M: You see, the university has a pool of money to fund research candidates like you. Why not consider applying for it? Text 6 M: Hello, I hope I’m not interrupting your work. I just moved in, and I was attracted by the beautiful flowers in your garden. W: Oh, thank you. I’m taking care of these roses. I used to teach gardening classes to local students, but my age made it impossible. Now I have this little space to keep me busy. M: Obviously, you still have the magic touch. W: Oh, you are sweet. Would you like to come in and have a closer look? Text 7 W: Hi, could I ask you a few questions? M: Sure, but if it is about your meal plan, you’ll need to go to room 25 just down the hall. W: No, I’m okay with my meal plan. I am actually here about the food in the student cafeteria. M: Oh, I see. What seems to be the problem? W: I am a little concerned that a lot of the food you serve isn’t really that healthy, like there are so many deep fried foods. M: As a matter of fact, we recently changed the type of oil we use in our fryer. It is the healthiest available. And would you believe that at least 10 students have already complained that the French fries don’t taste as good since we switched? Text 8 W: Hey, Sam, your show Let’s Go for a Walk is a big hit. Why did you make it? M: I wanted to create a nature guide to help kids find the magic outdoors. W: Wonderful. Is it tricky to organize a hike for young children? M: The kids are so energetic, so having them concentrated is tough, but their curiosity leads to priceless moments of joy. When a child spots a bird in the forest for the first time, or steps over a stick, you can see it on their faces. W: That sounds rewarding. Any plans for new themes or locations? M: Absolutely! Next season, we’ll explore the seaside, looking for shells on the beach and learning about tides. W: That sounds great. I can’t wait to get my son involved. Text 9 W: Hi, Professor Davis. Sorry, I missed the class yesterday. I was just getting over a cold. M: That’s all right, Susan. Feeling better now? W: Yeah, fine. Um... I had a question though. For the midterm, how much do we need to know about the different acting styles, since the last few chapters have been on play writing, will this exam be about that? M: Oh, to put your mind at ease, it covers both. Now, don’t leave without taking the tickets for tomorrow’s theater visit. I have a last-minute meeting, so I can’t make it myself, but since you helped organize the visit, I’ll let you hand out the tickets. I’ve got everything you need right here. W: Sure, no problem. M: Oh! Also, please remind everyone about the reception afterward. It’ll be an opportunity to ask Alan Altman about his acting in the play, which we can discuss in class next week. Text 10 Attention, Everybody. Our campus bookstore is back and better than ever. To celebrate our reopening, we’re holding a special one-day sale tomorrow, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., all students can enjoy a 20% discount when buying two or more textbooks or supplies, and a 10% discount for a single item. It’s the perfect chance to get ready for the new term. To make your experience even more enjoyable, we’ve prepared a variety of special activities. You can meet and talk with local authors and professors who will be signing their books on site. We also have lucky draws and mystery boxes for those who spend over a certain amount. Don’t forget to check out our photo spots and join our social media challenges by sharing your visit. And you could even win small prizes, shop or not. Take a break at our newly opened basement cafe and enjoy a free cup of coffee. Come and join us tomorrow. We can’t wait to welcome you. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $