四川南充市阆中市阆中中学校2026年春高2025级高一下学期期中学习质量检测英语试题

阆中中学校2026年春高2025级期中学习质量检测 英语试题 （时间：120分钟 满分：150分 命题人：寇月 审题人：罗登洪） 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 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 kind of fruit does Adam like best? A. Oranges. B. Apples. C. Pears. 2. Why does the man call Olivia? A. To invite her to a party. B. To cancel an appointment. C. To ask about the homework. 3. What are the speakers going to do next? A. Have a meeting. B. Wait for Mark. C. Go to the hospital. 4. What will the weather be like this afternoon? A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. A new measure. B. A car accident. C. City traffic. 第二节 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. Where did Cindy grow up? A. In England. B. In Germany. C. In Poland. 7. Why did Cindy come to Beijing? A. For study. B. For work. C. For sightseeing. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. How old is Clark now? A. 10. B. 12. C. 22. 9. What will Clark do in New Zealand in September? A. Take a holiday. B. Visit his family. C. Receive some training. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. What is the book mainly about? A. A writer. B. An artist. C. A parrot. 11. Who drew pictures for the book? A. Amy Guglielmo. B. Brett Helquist. C. Cezanne. 12. How does the man feel after reading the book? A. Encouraged. B. Disappointed. C. Surprised. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What will Jennifer do first this summer? A. Do some volunteer work. B. Take a trip abroad. C. Visit her grandparents. 14. Why won’t Jennifer volunteer for a program in Kathmandu? A. She is not interested in it. B. She can’t afford to travel abroad. C. Her parents wouldn’t allow her to go. 15. What subject will the man probably teach? A. English. B. Geography. C. Science. 16. When will the man finish his work in Nepal? A. On July 10th. B. On July 16th. C. On July 23rd. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Who needs a babysitter now? A. The speaker’s relative. B. The speaker’s neighbor. C. The speaker’s friend. 18. Where do the couple most probably work? A. At a restaurant. B. At a hospital. C. At school. 19. When does the babysitter need to work? A. In the morning. B. In the afternoon. C. In the evening. 20. What are the couple like according to the speaker? A. Easy-going. B. Serious. C. Interesting. 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 If you’re looking to widen your children’s vocabulary, then consider one of these dictionaries for kids. Scholastic Children’s Dictionary Not only does the Scholastic Children’s Dictionary ($16.36) have definitions for tens of thousands of words, but it also includes guides to grammar, geography, and US presidents. It’s a perfect reference book for children in grades 3-7. ● Kid-friendly pronunciation guides ● Helpful example sentences ● Up-to-date technology, scientific and cultural terms The American Heritage Children’s Dictionary The American Heritage Children’s Dictionary ($13.95) is a dictionary for children in grades 3-6, with vocabulary suitable for children, easy-to-understand definitions, lively example sentences, and enjoyable color pictures. ● Detailed world maps ● A valuable tool for teachers ● Handy for homeschooling Merriam-Webster’s Elementary Dictionary Written for young ones in grades 3-5, the Merriam-Webster’s Elementary Dictionary ($14.49) makes its explanations richer by sentences taken from children’s literature, and has pronunciation paragraphs for each letter. ● Provides synonym (同义词) ● Explores Greek and Latin roots ● History of many words My First Dictionary This is the perfect go-to reference book for children ages 5 and up. With 1,000 word entries and supporting pictures, it is a fantastic addition to any child’s library. The lively My First Dictionary ($11.21) explains commonly-used words in terms that speak to a child’s personal experience, so it’s easy to understand. ●A picture for every word ● Includes interesting games ● Basic for the recommended age 21. What is special about the Scholastic Children’s Dictionary? A. It introduces US presidents. B. It provides interesting games. C. It explores the basic form of words. D. It includes sentences from children’s books. 22. Which dictionary provides word history paragraphs? A. My First Dictionary. B. Scholastic Children’s Dictionary. C. Merriam-Webster’s Elementary Dictionary. D. The American Heritage Children’s Dictionary. 23. How much should you pay if you want to buy a dictionary suitable for a 6-year-old boy? A. $11.21. B. $13.95. C. $14.49. D. $16.36. B My family would describe me as anything but a risk-taker. “Grandma drives faster than you!” my younger son likes to joke with me. So when I announced I was going to step outside my comfort zone and sign up for a self-defense course, my children, my husband, and even my mom were a bit doubtful. A gym near my house was offering two-hour classes including boxing, wrestling and judo. I signed up for it and for the next days I questioned whether yoga would have been a wiser choice. The morning of the class, I pulled up to the gym, grabbed my water bottle along with a bit of courage I brought with me, and walked inside. We learned how to kick and knee someone where it counts and how to strike using the palms of our hands. After the coach showed various escape skills, I found myself questioning my presence in such a setting. However, in the next second, I reminded myself that I had set out this journey to explore the furthest part of my abilities and to challenge the boundary of what I believed I was able to achieve. Before I entered the gym, I never imagined I would have the confidence and courage to throw a blow that could discourage someone twice my size. Almost two years later, I still attend classes. As the oldest female in the class, I push myself to keep up, try harder and, more importantly, not quit. Between increasing my strength and feeling confident about protecting myself (although I hope I never have to test my skills outside of the gym), I’m proud of the risk I took in signing up for the course. I know that defending myself is not about strength, it’s about strategy. At the same time, I’m calmer and less anxious — a benefit my family enjoys. As for my driving, after a recent lunch date, my mom suggested I speed up to at least the speed limit. She didn’t want to be late for her tennis match. 24. How did the author’s family think of her according to Paragraph 1? A. She was dependable. B. She drove fast. C. She liked taking risks. D. She used to enjoy her comfort zone. 25. What does the underlined word “boundary” in the second paragraph mean? A. Limit. B. Honor. C. Aim. D. Record. 26. What contributes to the success of the author? A. Her never giving up. B. Strategies from the classmates. C. Skills from the coach. D. Encouragement from the family. 27. What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. The training leads to better control in daily life. B. Mom is still worried about the author’s driving ability. C. Calmness gained from training increases mom’s confidence in me. D. Self-defense training prevent the author from arguments with her families. C If a stranger knocked on your door asking for using your phone, would you help? How about lending them five dollars for the bus, if they said they’d return and pay you back? Nowadays, many people find it hard to trust strangers. A recent study found that our ability to trust strangers may be more than just a social or psychological characteristic — it could be rooted in our DNA. This is important, as it turns out that trusting people might actually live longer and healthier lives compared to more skeptical (怀疑的) people. Two main theories have appeared to explain why some people are more trusting than others. One suggests trust is a stable characteristic shaped by early life experiences. The other thinks it’s influenced by a person’s ongoing evaluation of the social environment. We can easily imagine that the answer to the question “Would you say that most people can be trusted?” would depend on whether you’d been robbed the day before or if you’d had your missing wallet returned. This is where the recent research comes in. A professor of Lund University, Edgerton and his coworkers have been doing research about trust. In their most recent study, involving 33,882 Danish blood donors, they found a single gene (基因) — PLPP4, strongly associated with the personality of trusting others, and that the PLPP4 gene explained 6% of the difference in social trust within the study population. If you take two people who have similar education and life experiences, this gene alone could account for 6% of the difference in how much they trust others. They believe that the PLPP4 gene may somehow soften our “fight-or-flight” survival response. If our fight-or-flight system is less strong when we meet new people, it makes sense that trusting others could have huge health benefits. Indeed, if trusting others acts as something against stress, it may lower the risk of cardiovascular (心血管的) disease. As people continue to uncover the mysteries of trust, one thing is clear: understanding its genetic roots may hold the key to developing healthier communities in the world. 28. What might affect people’s trust levels according to the two main theories? A. Childhood habits. B. Personal abilities. C. Social experiences. D. Communication skills. 29. What does the recent study focus on? A. The mental cause of trust. B. The ways to develop survival ability. C. The characteristics of different genes. D. The connection between trust and a gene. 30. What does the passage say about trusting others? A. It could bring health benefits. B. It reduces the strong stress in work. C. It helps to develop the world faster. D. It causes quicker survival response. 31. What can be inferred from the passage? A. The ability to trust others relates to a single gene. B. How trusting you are frees people from disease. C. Your understanding of gene accounts for developed communities. D. The PLPP4 gene lays the foundation of survival response. D The island of Bali is a very popular vacation spot in Indonesia. Bali has beautiful beaches with white sand and crystal clear waters. But because there are so many tourists, this often means there is an increase of plastic, garbage and waste left on Bali’s beaches. Thankfully, there is now an amazing technological advancement called the BeBot Smart Beach Cleaning Robot, which can take care of this exact problem. The BeBot robot went to market in May of 2025. It operates with very limited human intervention and is solar-powered, making it eco-friendly. The robot collects waste and trash from the beaches very efficiently and quickly. However, these robots are expensive, involving the high maintenance cost in the long run. The local government stresses that the BeBot robot is an innovative and effective tool but the responsibility of environmental protection still lies on people. Every person must be careful with their trash and know how to deal with their waste appropriately and responsibly. The BeBot robot represents more than just clean beaches, which is an important goal in and of itself. It also shows that the people in charge of Bali have sustainability as a goal, and that they care about wasting less. Bali’s waste management strategy is really working, and they have even been able to recently close their biggest open landfill (填埋场), Suwung TPA. In addition to that huge achievement, since the island province began using the robots to clean beaches, Bali has been able to successfully reduce waste in their landfills from 80% to 20%. The trash is now being sorted better, which allows the items to be recycled, reused or processed in more sustainable ways instead. And what’s even more impressive is that they are on track to reduce it down to 5%. The BeBot robot indicates hope, innovation, creativity and efficiency. And if you are ever in Bali and get to see it in action, or even if you see it just on video, remember: People have the ability to live on a cleaner and less wasteful planet. And any challenge can be tackled with a bit of creativity and innovation, one step, or wave, at a time. 32. What is the local government’s attitude towards the use of the BeBot robot in Bali? A. Overly reliant. B. Sensibly supportive. C. Strongly opposed. D. Totally indifferent. 33. What deeper meaning does the BeBot robot hold beyond beach cleaning? A. The potential for complete removal of waste. B. Indonesia’s leadership in robotic technology. C. Bali’s commitment to sustainable waste management. D. The advantage of solar power resources over traditional ones. 34. Which might be one of Bali’s future waste management goals? A. To focus on developing advanced robots. B. To achieve near-zero waste going to landfills. C. To share the waste management technology globally. D. To close the largest landfill for its environment impact. 35. What might be the best title for the text? A. BeBot: The Fast Development of Clean Technology B. BeBot: The Link between Tourism and Environment C. BeBot: A Green Hope for Bali’s Waste Problem D. BeBot: The Key to Promoting Bali’s Tourism 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。 Managing Stress in Your First Year of High School Starting high school is a major milestone. It brings new friends, more independence, and exciting activities. However, it also brings new schoolwork pressures and social challenges. 36 . Here are some proven ways to help you manage stress and stay healthy. Sleep first With homework piling up, you may want to stay up late to finish it. But getting enough sleep is important for your brain and mood. Experts recommend aiming for 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night. Try to stick to a consistent sleep schedule, even on weekends. 37 . Establish daily habits Small, intentional habits can act as a “reset” button for your mind. 38 . These habits could be listening to your favorite playlist on the bus, journaling for five minutes before bed, or taking a short walk. These moments of calm allow you to process your emotions. 39 Feeling connected to others can greatly help you fight against stress. You don’t need to be popular, but you do need a support system. Joining a club or activity based on your interests is a great way to meet like-minded friends. Whether it’s a sports team, a drama club, or a volunteer group, being part of a community helps you feel like you belong. Stay organized 40 . Spending time organizing your schedule can significantly reduce this feeling. Use a planner or an app to keep track of assignments and deadlines. Breaking large projects into smaller steps can make them feel much more manageable. A. Find “your people” B. Talk to your friends C. This can lead to serious health problems if ignored D. They don’t have to be time-consuming or complicated E. Anxiety often comes from the feeling of losing control F. Thus, learning to cope with stress is necessary for students G. A well-rested brain handles stress much better than a tired one 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。 An elderly carpenter (木匠) was ready to retire. He told his employer his plans to 41 the house-building business to live a 42 life with his family. He would miss the paycheck, but he needed to retire. The employer was 43 to see his good worker go and asked him to build one last house as a personal favor. The carpenter 44 , but his heart was not in his work. He used poor materials and 45 little effort. It was an unfortunate way to 46 a dedicated career. When the carpenter finished his work, his employer came to 47 the house. Then he handed the front-door key to the carpenter and said, “This is your house… my 48 to you.” The carpenter was 49 ! If he had only known he was building his own house, he would have done it all so 50 . So it is with us. We 51 our lives day by day, often putting less than our best into the building. Then, with shock, we 52 we have to live in the house we have built. If we could do it over, we would do it much differently. But you cannot go back. You are the carpenter of your life. Each day you hammer a nail, place a board, or construct a wall. Someone once said, “Life is a do-it-yourself 53 .” Your attitude and the 54 you make today help build the “house” you will live in tomorrow. Therefore, build 55 ! 41. A. remove B. manage C. develop D. leave 42. A. busy B. wealthy C. relaxing D. healthy 43. A. happy B. sorry C. afraid D. eager 44. A. arrived B. cheated C. survived D. agreed 45. A. put in B. applied for C. gave away D. focused on 46. A. preserve B. end C. save D. promote 47. A. decorate B. donate C. inspect D. clean 48. A. hope B. dream C. business D. gift 49. A. shocked B. disappointed C. confused D. stressed 50. A. bravely B. quickly C. unwillingly D. differently 51. A. change B. start C. build D. influence 52. A. wish B. realize C. pretend D. imagine 53. A. game B. store C. project D. joke 54. A. mistakes B. choices C. profits D. rules 55. A. wisely B. digitally C. secretly D. illegally 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 Lantern Festival, or Yuanxiao Jie in Chinese, is a traditional celebration marking the end of the Lunar New Year festivities. The festival dates back over two millennia to the Han Dynasty, 56 it remains one of the most significant 57 (event) in Chinese culture. During the festival, houses and streets are decorated 58 colorful lanterns. These lanterns, 59 (typical) drawing animals or flowers, symbolize the triumph of light over darkness. Families gather 60 (eat) tangyuan — small, round rice balls that represent unity and wholeness. Eating this sweet food is believed to bring happiness and good fortune to the whole family. Modern celebrations have become even more 61 (excite) with the use of new technology. In many cities, interactive light shows 62 (organize) to attract millions of people. Visitors can also enjoy guessing lantern riddles, 63 is a traditional activity requiring wisdom and creativity. With the first full moon of the year 64 (shine) in the sky, the festival brings a sense of hope and renewal. Globally, the event is celebrated in major cities like London and New York, offering 65 wonderful opportunity for cultural exchange. Undoubtedly, the Lantern Festival will continue to spread Chinese culture worldwide. 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，你的美国朋友David暑假计划来阆中古城观光旅游，他写信问你征集旅游攻略，希望你能给他建议。请你根据以下内容给David回信，要点包括： 1．旅游景点； 2．住宿问题； 3．交通方式。 注意：1．词数应为80左右； 2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 Dear David, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 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。 续写的词数应为150左右。 In a coastal village named Seaford, lived a brave young woman named Agatha, who was known for her adventurous nature. From the time she could walk, she would eagerly run towards the crashing waves, feeling the sand under her feet and the cool sea spray on her face. She had a strong will and a kind heart. Agatha loved the ocean deeply and spent most of her days exploring the beautiful beaches and sparkling waters that surrounded her house. One sunny morning, while walking along the shore, Agatha noticed something unusual. A group of seagulls were circling above the crashing waves and making strange cries. Concerned for their well-being, she followed them, her instinct (本能) guiding her toward danger. As she approached a high cliff (悬崖), Agatha stopped in shock. On a narrow ledge (岩架), high above the rough waves, lay a young dolphin trapped in a thick fishing net. Its shiny body shone under the golden rays of the sun, but the net held it tightly. With each struggle, the net tightened around its delicate body, leaving painful marks on its skin. Its tail moved helplessly, each movement a request for help, while its bitter cries for assistance echoed through the air. A sense of urgency filled her, pushing her forward with determination. Realizing that the time was tight, Agatha knew she had to act immediately to free this poor creature from its difficult position before it became too tired or was swept away by the rising tide. 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。 Paragraph 1: Heart racing, Agatha ran back to the village to get help. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: As the dolphin was gently released into the waters, it hesitated for a moment. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 阆中中学校2026年春高2025级期中学习质量检测 英语参考答案 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 1-5 ACABC 6-10 BACCB 11-15 BACBB 16-20 CBACA 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 21. A 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. A 26. A 27. C 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. B 35. C 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 36. F 37. G 38. D 39. A 40. E 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） 41. D 42. C 43. B 44. D 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. D 49. A 50. D 51. C 52. B 53. C 54. B 55. A 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. and 57. events 58. with 59. typically 60. to eat 61. exciting 62. are organized 63. which 64. shining 65. a 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） Dear David, I’m more than glad to hear that you are coming to Langzhong for a visit this summer holiday. Since it’s the first time for you to visit here, I’d like to give you some suggestions. Langzhong, an ancient city with a long history, has a lot of places of interest, such as HuaGuang Tower, ZhongTian Tower, and Zhang Fei Temple and so on. Not only can you enjoy the beautiful scenery but also learn more about Chinese culture. As for accommodation, I will book a hotel for you in advance, which is convenient for you to go wherever you want. Although there are many means of transportation in Langzhong, what I recommend is to take a taxi or a bus. Looking forward to meeting you. Best wishes! Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） Version 1 Paragraph 1: Heart racing, Agatha ran back to the village to get help. Her bare feet stepped quickly on the soft sand, and the salty wind brushed her cheeks as she shouted for villagers at the top of her lungs. Several fishermen and young people who were mending nets by the shore immediately noticed her anxious look and followed her without hesitation. They carried thick ropes, sharp knives and simple rescue tools, rushing to the beach where the poor dolphin was trapped. Working together carefully, they cut the messy fishing net bit by bit, afraid of hurting the dolphin’s smooth skin. The dolphin seemed to feel their kindness, staying still and letting out soft, grateful sounds from its mouth. Paragraph 2: As the dolphin was gently released into the waters, it hesitated for a moment. It swam slowly around Agatha and the villagers, its fin waving lightly as if saying thank you. Agatha reached out her hand and touched the dolphin’s warm body softly, with tears of joy shining in her eyes. After circling three times, the dolphin leaped high out of the water, drawing a beautiful arc in the golden sunset, then dived into the blue sea and disappeared gradually. Watching the dolphin swim freely again, Agatha smiled widely, knowing that this warm rescue would be the most unforgettable memory in her whole life because it served as a reminder that the true joy in life came from selflessly giving a hand to those in need. Version 2 Paragraph 1: Heart racing, Agatha ran back to the village to get help. With every fiber of her body trembling with anxiety, she sprinted along the shore, her voice piercing / ripping the quiet seaside air as she cried out for assistance. Upon catching sight of her desperate expression, several experienced fishermen and warm-hearted villagers dropped whatever they were doing and rushed to follow her without a second thought. Armed with sharp knives and sturdy ropes, they approached the trapped dolphin cautiously, cutting the tangled fishing net with the utmost care to avoid injuring its delicate skin. The intelligent creature, sensing their goodwill, remained calm and let out soft, reassuring chirps throughout the rescue. Paragraph 2: As the dolphin was gently released into the waters, it hesitated for a moment. It lingered beside Agatha and the villagers, gliding back and forth in a slow circle as if expressing its sincere gratitude. Agatha stretched out her hand, gently stroking its smooth and warm back, her eyes glistening with tears of relief and joy. Then, with a powerful flick of its tail, it leaped spectacularly into the air, carving a dazzling arc against the golden sunset before diving gracefully into the vast ocean. Watching the dolphin vanish into the blue waves, Agatha’s heart swelled with warmth, cherishing this touching moment as the most precious memory of her life. 听力原文 Text 1 W: Adam, what kind of fruit do you want? There are apples, pears and oranges in the kitchen. M: The last, please. They are my favorite fruit. W: OK. A moment, please. Text 2 M: Hello, is Olivia in? W: Sorry, I’m afraid she is not in. She’s gone to Kate’s birthday party. M: Oh, no. Well, I’ll call someone else about the math homework. Text 3（第3题为推断题） M: Has everybody arrived? W: No. Mark is sick today. He’s in hospital now. M: Then let’s get started without him. First, let’s go over this week’s work. Text 4 W: Carl, are you going out this afternoon? M: Yes. I’m going to a concert with a friend. W: You’d better take an umbrella. It’s clear now. But the weatherman said it’d rain cats and dogs. Text 5（第5题为总结题） W: Why are there always so many vehicles in the city? M: Yeah. We often get stuck in traffic jams when we go out. I really hope measures will be taken to improve the situation. W: Me too. Text 6 M: ⑥Hello, Cindy. Are you an English? W: No, I’m not. ⑥My parents are from Poland, but they got married in Germany and have worked there ever since. So I grew up there. M: ⑦Why did you come to Beijing? W: ⑦I always wanted to go to study abroad. I considered going to America or China, and I finally chose China because I was really interested in Chinese culture. M: How long have you been in this city? W: For almost 10 months. I’m really enjoying my time here. Text 7 W: ⑧Clark, when did you first take a flight? M: ⑧It was 12 years ago. I was just ten years old then. W: Where did you go? M: I went to New Zealand on holiday with my family. It was a long flight, but I enjoyed it very much. W: You must be excited. M: You said it. I was really interested in planes. It was my dream to take a flight then. The trip made my dream come true. W: ⑨So do you dream of becoming a pilot one day? M: ⑨Yes. As a matter of fact, I’m going to New Zealand in September to receive some training for that. W: What are you doing? M: I’m reading a book titled Cezanne’s Parrot. It’s written by Amy Guglielmo. W: ⑩What is the book about? M: ⑩It’s about an artist named Cezanne. He works slowly and is different from other artists of his day. Yet, he doesn’t give up doing art in his own way. W: Why is the book named Cezanne’s Parrot? M: That’s because there’s a parrot in the story. Cezanne tries to get his parrot to say “Cezanne is a great painter.” And finally, people see his artwork and say, “Cezanne is a great painter.” W: ⑪Did Amy Guglielmo draw the pictures in the book, too? M: ⑪No. The pictures were drawn by Brett Helquist. W: Is it interesting? M: Of course. ⑫I think everyone who has a dream should read it. Before I read it, I even thought about giving up my dream of becoming an artist. But now I know I should keep doing art. Text 9 M: Jennifer, what’s your plan for the school summer vacation? W: ⑬My grandparents really miss me. They want me to spend one or two weeks with them in the country this summer. So I’ll go to visit them first. After I return, I think I’ll do some volunteer work. M: ⑭Will you consider volunteering for a program in Kathmandu, Nepal? W: ⑭No. I can’t afford a trip abroad. What about you? M: That’s my plan for this summer. W: What will you do in this program? M: Well, it aims to provide quality education to some of Nepal’s children. Volunteers will work alongside local teachers to help with subjects such as English, math, science, history, and geography. W: ⑮So what subjects are you most interested in teaching? M: ⑮Geography. W: ⑯When will you begin to work there? M: ⑯On July 10th. And I’ll volunteer for two whole weeks there. After that, I’ll do some traveling around the country. W: Well, I wish you a great time there! Text 10 M: Hi, Ella. This is Henry. Since you’re not at home today, I’ll just leave you a message. Last week you told me you were looking for a babysitting job. I have some good news for you. ⑰The couple Mr. and Mrs. Smith living near my house are looking for a babysitter now. ⑱They’re both cooks and they have to work at night. Neither of them can take care of their one-year-old baby girl. She’s really lovely. I’m sure you’ll love the little girl. ⑲If you do the work, you only need to take care of her and play with her from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Since you’ve looked after babies before, I’m sure you can do the job well. The couple say they can pay 20 dollars an hour. If you’re interested in it, please call me back. I’ll introduce you to them. ⑳Believe me, they are very easy to get along with. I’m sure you’ll like the family. That’s all. Bye. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $