云南昆明市云南师范大学附属中学2026届高三适应性考试（二）英语试卷

云南师大附中2026届高三适应性考试（二） 英语 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必用黑色碳素笔将自己的姓名、准考证号、考场号、座位号在答题卡上填写清楚。 2．每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。在试卷上作答无效。 3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 注意，听力部分答题时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音放两遍。 1. What does the woman refuse to buy? A. Beef. B. Mutton. C. Pork. 2. What is the man going to do? A. Take a trip. B. Undertake further studies. C. Run a medical center. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. The man’s company. B. The woman’s career development. C. The woman’s skills. 4. What time does the woman’s class start today? A. At 4:30 p.m. B. At 5:30 p.m. C. At 6:30 p.m. 5. What class are the speakers going to have? A. Geography. B. Science. C. History. 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 relationship between the speakers? A. Father and daughter. B. Brother and sister. C. Cousins. 7. What do we know about Stewart? A. He will go to Canada. B. He is working at home. C. He visited Norway last month. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Which novel has the woman finished reading? A. Hard Times. B. Oliver Twist. C. Great Expectations. 9. What does the man say about The Mystery of Edwin Drood? A. It was adapted into a TV series a year ago. B. It is a bit complicated to understand. C. It’s the last book by Charles Dickens. 听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。 10. What is the woman doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Asking for advice. C. Conducting research. 11. What animal did Peter meet face to face? A. Foxes. B. Elephants. C. Deer. 12. How many people were there in the Mongolian group? A. 3. B. 5. C. 6. 13. What did Peter do together with the Mongolians? A. They shared a meal. B. They looked for food. C. They walked out of the forest. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. Which of the following does the man fear the most? A. Spiders. B. Frogs. C. Snakes. 15. Why is Emily mentioned? A. She got injured on her birthday. B. She gives the man warnings. C. She’s planning a trip to the mountains. 16. What is said about Emily at the end of the conversation? A. The place where she was bitten by a snake. B. The trouble that her wound has caused. C. The animals which she is interested in. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Who is the speaker talking to? A. Industry peers. B. Potential customers. C. Food critics. 18. Where did the speaker learn cooking? A. From her mother. B. From her grandmother. C. From a professional chef. 19. What can we learn about the speaker’s restaurant? A. It was opened six years ago. B. Fresh ingredients are its feature. C. The recipes are mainly from her grandmother. 20. What does the speaker mean in the end? A. She will build a new team. B. She enjoys her career. C. She’s going on a journey. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每题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 Many countries are considering reducing speed limits on motorways and in urban areas. Fuel savings and reductions in CO2 emissions are just two of the reasons for doing so. Fuel consumption decreases the slower you drive, because the moving car has to overcome fewer physical forces such as air resistance and rolling friction (摩擦) between tyres and road. Air resistance increases with the square of the speed. This means that a car experiences 28% more air resistance at a speed of 130km/h than at 110km/h. Slower speed is not the only way to reduce the CO2 emissions from your car. There are three automotive tips to help the climate else. STREAMLINE THE CAR 1. Unevenness (不均匀) increases the air resistance of your car, and so its CO2 emissions. Four open windows increase fuel consumption by up to 27%. GET UP THE GEARS (齿轮) QUICKLY 2. Petrol and diesel (柴油) cars should always be driven in the highest possible gear: the engine then has as few revolutions as possible. Fuel consumption between two gears can vary by up to 20%. MAINTAIN TYRE PRESSURE 3. Car tyres at the recommended pressure ensure ideal driving. If the tyre pressure drops to 75% pressure, fuel consumption increases by 2%. If it drops by half, the increase is as much as 10%. Here’s the breakdown of fuel consumption impact of driving habits and vehicle adjustments from the Federation of Danish Motorists (FDM). 21. Why does driving at a lower speed help cut fuel use? A. It weakens the physical forces the car must fight against. B. It changes the way air resistance affects the car. C. It lightens the weight of the moving vehicle. D. It makes the engine work at a higher speed. 22. What will happen if a car’s windows are wide open while driving? A. It’ll lower the car’s air resistance. B. It’ll reduce the car’s CO2 emissions. C. It’ll lead to a sharp rise in fuel use. D. It’ll make the car run more smoothly. 23. What is the fuel-saving effect of reducing speed from 130km/h to 110km/h according to FDM data? A. 10% B. 16%. C. Up to 20%. D. Nearly 28%. B I once attended a French immersion (沉浸) program in France. On the first day, the school director warned: “Speak even a word of English and you will be fined two euros.” I began to wonder if it was a wise decision. My interest in French began in high school, but university courses bored me. Years later, my children attended a French immersion school, and my enthusiasm returned — though I was too busy to study myself. A couple of years ago, a neighbor fluent in French shared stories of traveling in France. I was envious. The next morning, I woke up and decided to create my own luck. Though in my mid-60s, I still enjoyed challenges. Three months later, I arrived in Paris for a month of French studies. We were immersed in French eight hours a day. Fellow students came from around the world: many, like me, sought a personal challenge. The first week was exhausting. My head ached from the constant stimulation of learning. I routinely embarrassed myself. With only a limited French vocabulary, I couldn’t tell any of my usual stories and jokes. After much practice, I finally developed an amusing story to tell to whomever I sat with. Yes, the same story every day. At least I was never fined two euros! Gradually, the immersion worked. My brain shifted to French at the school gate. One day, I met an American lady I had spoken with in English the day before in a restaurant. On school grounds, I walked past her without a greeting — paying a thousand euros as punishment would do! During the four weeks, I made significant progress. On the last day, I presented a paper in French. Attending the program inspired me to continue my French learning. And I’ve signed up for another session this spring. I can’t wait to get there and embarrass myself again! 24. Why did the author question her decision on the first day of the program? A. It was too boring. B. It cost much effort. C. It had a strict rule. D. It had a tight schedule. 25. What drove the author to start French studies in Paris? A. Her children’s French learning. B. The desire to prove herself young. C. More free time after retirement. D. Her neighbor’s travelling experiences. 26. Why did the author walk past the American lady without greeting her? A. She was in a hurry. B. She failed to recognize her. C. She was afraid of being fined. D. She focused on her French thinking. 27. What does the author want to convey? A. Well begun is half done. B. It’s never too late to learn. C. Rules are made to be broken. D. You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. C It is among nature’s greatest spectacles. Each year, thousands of sea turtle mothers clamber ashore, dig into the sand to lay their eggs, and then return to the sea. After being incubated (孵)for around two months, the eggs hatch and the tiny turtles strive to reach the water. Approximately 90 percent of the sea turtle nesting in the United States happens on Florida’s beaches, according to the Sea Turtle Conservancy, a Gainesville-based research and conservation organization. During the nesting season, which runs from March through October, the sands are normally crowded with humans. However, this year the coronavirus pandemic severely reduced travel and required some states to close their beaches for weeks. While this sounded disappointing to the visitors, it may have been a boon to the sea turtles. For turtle mothers, there can be “false crawls”, in which a female encounters a distraction between the water and a potential nesting site. The crowded beaches would interrupt the sea turtles’ plan, sending them back to the ocean without laying eggs. “In terms of a successful rate of nesting, we actually did find a significant difference during the beach closures and then after,” says Justin Perrault, director of the organization, “We have observed approximately 17,000 nests along Juno, Jupiter-Carlin, and Tequesta beaches this year. During the closures, loggerheads, one of the commonly seen turtles on Florida’s beach, successfully nested 61 percent. When the beaches reopened, that number dropped to 46 percent.” Jimena Gutierrrez, a Sea Turtle Conservancy biologist also expresses her opinion, “Normally the turtles are conserved because we have a lot of people coming to see them. With fewer tourism dollars supporting local workers, we are worried about the conservationists as well as the turtles. But maybe in the long run, we will see good numbers because there is less boat traffic in the ocean.” 28. What does the underlined word “boon” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A. Cure. B. Blessing. C. Option. D. Challenge. 29. What can be concluded from Paragraph 4? A. Closures should be expanded for turtles, nesting. B. This year has witnessed the highest nest rate in history. C. The nest rate has remained steady over the whole nesting season. D. Less human disturbance has led to more successful nesting. 30. How does Jimena’s opinion sound? A. Anxious. B. Ambiguous. C. Indifferent. D. Objective. 31. Where can we probably read this article? A. www.sealifeconservation.com. B. www.beachissues.com. C. www.scienceforstudents.com. D. www.newsflash.com. D Scientists from Swansea University have developed a new tool to help identify the best photovoltaic (PV) materials capable of maximizing crop growth while generating solar power. In a recent study published in Solar RRL, academics from the University’s Department of Physics have been exploring the effect of semi-transparent (半透明) PV materials placed over crops — a successful application of agrovoltaics (农业光伏). As part of this work, the team has developed the tool that predicts the light transmission, absorption, and power generation of different PV materials nearly anywhere on the globe using geographical, physical, and electrical measurements. This is essential for finding the best balance between growing food and producing clean energy. A key factor for refining agrovoltaics is selecting the appropriate PV material, which requires an understanding of how the material absorbs different wavelengths (colors) of light, as well as its bandgap. A wider bandgap means the material can absorb light that is higher-energy and has a shorter wavelength (blue), while a narrower bandgap allows the absorption of lower-energy, longer wavelength (red) light. By carefully selecting PV materials with specific bandgaps and absorption properties, researchers can accurately control the “color” of light transmitted through semi-transparent PVs to hit the crops, which mainly absorb red and blue light to photosynthesize (光合作用), reflecting green light. Project lead, Associate Professor Ardalan Armin, said, “By refining the combination of solar panels and agriculture, agrovoltaics has the potential to significantly contribute to the decarbonization of the agricultural sector. This approach not only generates clean energy but also enhances food security.” Solar panels or PVs can be attached to the roofs of greenhouses and can also be used to provide shelter for livestock. In return, the livestock can reduce maintenance costs by eating vegetation around the panels. However, careful consideration of the type of livestock is crucial as some species, like goats, can jump onto the PVs and cause serious damage. 32. What is the main function of the newly developed tool? A. To increase agricultural production. B. To lower farming energy expenses. C. To study global climate measurements. D. To seek the proper PV materials. 33. What can researchers do to improve crop growth with light? A. Reflect green light to crops. B. Create light colors that suit crops. C. Use PV materials with the right bandgaps. D. Change crop light absorption abilities. 34. What should be considered in using PVs in livestock farming? A. Minimizing maintenance expenses. B. Ensuring animal well-being. C. Setting up physical barriers for the PVs. D. Avoiding animal damage to the panels. 35. What is the text mainly about? A. The study of advanced PV materials. B. Cost reduction through solar energy use. C. A tool for boosting crops and solar power. D. New applications of solar panels on farms. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 根据短文内容，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。 Finding the right balance between screen time and other enriching activities can be difficult, especially with the appeal of interactive stories. The key is to think of these stories as a way to stir up new interests. Here are some tips for balancing screen time with interactive story learning. Setting Clear Boundaries Just like with any other activity, setting clear boundaries around screen time is essential. A predictable routine can help your child understand expectations and avoid power struggles. Consider setting specific times for interactive story sessions, and stick to them. 36 37 Not all screen time is created equal. Look for interactive stories that are age-appropriate, educational, and engaging. They can offer a library of personalized stories that are designed to improve literacy skills and spark imagination. Making It a Shared Experience Interactive stories can be a wonderful way to connect with your child. Instead of simply handing them a device, sit down together and read the story aloud. 38 Ask open-ended questions to encourage critical thinking. Extending the Learning Offline The real magic happens when you extend the learning offline. After reading an interactive story about animals, visit the zoo or a local farm. After reading a story about space, visit a planetarium (天文馆) or build a rocket ship together. 39 Modeling Healthy Habits 40 Be mindful of your own screen time habits and model the behavior you want to see in your child. When you prioritize time for reading and connecting with others, you send a powerful message that these activities are important. A. Embracing New Activities B. Choosing Quality Content C. You can connect the digital world to the real one. D. Talk about the characters, the plot, and the themes. E. Parenting isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress. F. Children learn by watching the adults in their lives. G. Visual timers can be a helpful tool for younger children. 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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的佳选项。 Raynor Winn and her husband Moth became homeless due to their wrong investment. Their savings had been 41 to pay lawyer’s fees. To make matters worse, Moth was diagnosed with a serious disease. There was no cure, only 42 relief. Failing to find any other way out, they decided to make a 43 journey, as they caught sight of an old hikers’ guide. This was a long journey of unaccustomed hardship and 44 recovery. When leaving home, Raynor and Moth had just £320 in the bank. They planned to keep the 45 low by living on boiled noodles, with the 46 hamburger shop treat. Wild camping is illegal in England. To avoid being caught, the Winns had to get their tent up 47 and packed it away early in the morning. The Winns soon discovered that daily hiking in their 50s is a lot 48 than they remember it was in their 20s. Raynor ached all over and desired a bath. Moth, nevertheless, after an initial struggle, found his symptoms were strangely 49 by their daily tiring journey. Eventually, the couple found that their bodies turned for the better, with re-found strong muscle that they thought had 50 forever. “Our hair was fried and falling out, nails broken, clothes 51 to a thread, but we were alive.” During the journey, Raynor began a career as a nature writer. She writes, “ 52 had taken every material thing from me and stripped (除去) of all the roles and identities that once 53 me, like an empty page at the end of a partly written book. But it had also given me a 54 in my future life, either to leave that page 55 or to keep writing the story with hope. I chose hope.” 41. A. drawn up B. used up C. backed up D. kept up 42. A. pain B. luck C. care D. promise 43. A. business B. walking C. bus D. rail 44. A. demanding B. frightening C. disappointing D. surprising 45. A. budget B. investment C. bonus D. allowance 46. A. frequent B. occasional C. abundant D. constant 47. A. soon B. early C. late D. slowly 48. A. harder B. easier C. smoother D. funnier 49. A. developed B. replaced C. relieved D. increased 50. A. gained B. kept C. hidden D. lost 51. A. sewn B. washed C. worn D. ironed 52. A. Writing B. Hiking C. Unemployment D. Homelessness 53. A. protected B. defined C. confused D. limited 54. A. choice B. reward C. lesson D. break 55. A. loose B. full C. blank D. missing 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，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 “Spring Fair”, featuring diverse Chinese cultural activities, 56 (hold) on Sunday at the Garden of Serenity, a traditional Chinese garden in Santa Lucija, Malta. The fair, jointly 57 (organize) by the China Cultural Centre in Malta and the Santa Lucija local council, offered visitors the opportunity to indulge in Chinese tea and cuisine, experience the art of calligraphy, 58 even try on Han Chinese clothing. The event’s highlight was the amazing dragon dances and martial arts by members from the Malta School of Wushu-Longgui, 59 performances attracted many audiences. Tai Chi performance, traditional Chinese folk music, and popular songs also gained loud cheers and applause. At the opening ceremony, Charmaine St John, mayor of Santa Lucija, said that the Garden of Serenity is “ 60 symbol of friendship between Malta and China.” She noted that cultural integration has always been a proposition (主张) of the Maltese government, and 61 the cooperation between the two sides should be based on 62 (equal) and mutual benefit in order to be sustainable. One of the 63 (participant), 12-year-old Nathan Zammit, wrote his name in Chinese characters with a brush at the booth of the Confucius Institute at the University of Malta. He was excited 64 (experience) calligraphy and showed admiration for Chinese culture, 65 not having visited China. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 5月18日为国际博物馆日，你校英文报正在开展以 The Power of Museums 为题的讨论。请使用表格中的调查结果写一篇短文投稿。内容包括： 全国博物馆接待观众人次 年份 2015 2025 人次（亿） 7.2 14 1. 描述表格信息； 2. 简析该现象产生的原因。 注意： 1. 写作词数应为80左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 The Power of Museums 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。 The November rain tapped against the windows of Westbrook High in Boston. For Zhang Wei, an exchange student from Hangzhou, the past three months had been one long struggle to fit in. He was afraid of being seen as different, so he forced himself to follow the crowd, holding back his true thoughts and habits. He’d learned to nod along about Friday night football and laughed at jokes he didn’t always understand. His strategy was simple: blend in. He believed that if he could lose himself, he would finally belong. That strategy ended in Mr. Harrison’s class. “Bring one object that holds a real family story,” the teacher announced. All week, classmates shared treasures—Melissa’s Italian recipe book, David’s grandfather’s harmonica, Elena’s hand-made lace. Each presentation opened a door into someone’s history. Zhang Wei had nothing. He had spent months trying to become someone new, erasing his own identity in the process. He had never thought to bring his old self along. That night, desperate, he video-called his grandmother in Hangzhou. “Wei wei! Are you sick?” “I need a family story, Grandma. For school.” She looked down at her hands resting on a familiar object: a wooden comb, dark with age, its teeth worn smooth. “This?” She held it up. “This is all I brought when I left my village at sixteen.” Zhang Wei was struck silent. He’d seen that comb a thousand times and never asked about it. He had been so focused on his new life that he had forgotten to look at his old one. She told him about the summer of 1962, when drought drove her from home. She walked thirty miles carrying nothing but this comb — her mother’s, given at dawn with just a hand squeeze. “Every morning, I remember her hands,” she said softly. “I was leaving everything behind, but I carried her with me.” Those words stayed with him. The next morning, Zhang Wei walked to the front of the class. 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。 “My object is eight thousand miles away,” he began. When he finished, the room stayed silent. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 云南师大附中 2026 届高三适应性考试（二） 英语参考答案 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 1~5 CBBBC 6~10 CCBCA 11~15 ABACB 16~20 AAABB 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） A篇：21. A 22. C 23. B B篇：24. C 25. D 26. C 27. B C篇：28. B 29. D 30. D 31. A D篇：32. D 33. C 34. D 35. C 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 36~40 G B D C F 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） 41~45 B A B D A 46~50 B C A C D 51~55 C D B A C 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. was held 57. organized 58. and 59. whose 60. a 61. that 62. equality 63. participants 64. to experience 65. despite 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 【参考范文】 The Power of Museums As shown in the chart, the number of visitors to museums in China rose from 7.2 billion in 2015 to 14 billion in 2025. It is worth analyzing the phenomenon that museum attendance has doubled in the last decade. To begin with, museums, as one of the main approaches to preserve collections ranging from antiques to modern artifacts, document social transformation of social life and narrate those stories without words. Secondly, diverse as its exhibitions would be, museums cater to people from almost all walks of life and ages, allowing visitors to find displays that align with their interests. Additionally, visiting museums and engaging in their exhibitions can not only enrich people’s lives, but also broaden their knowledge and perspectives. As far as I am concerned, museums play a crucial role in our society, and it’s high time we made visiting them a part of our leisure activities. 第二节（满分25分） 【参考范文】 Paragraph 1: “My object is eight thousand miles away,” he began. “It’s a worn wooden comb that has been my grandmother’s most precious treasure for decades. At sixteen, when drought forced her to flee her village, she carried nothing but this comb, a last gift from her mother. Even now, she says, every time she runs it through her hair, she feels her mother’s love beside her.” He paused, glancing at the rain streaking the window, as if seeing his grandmother in Hangzhou. “I’d seen that comb a thousand times, yet never stopped to ask its story. I thought fitting in meant hiding my roots, but I was so wrong.” Paragraph 2: When he finished, the room stayed silent. Then Melissa leaned forward, eyes shining, “That’s the most moving story I’ve ever heard.” Applause rippled through the classroom, warm and genuine. Classmates looked at Zhang Wei not as an outsider, but as someone with a story that touched their hearts. Zhang Wei sat down, heart light. He finally understood: belonging was never about blending into the crowd, but about bravely sharing the parts of you that make you unique. Our different stories aren’t barriers — they’re bridges that connect us all. 听力原文 Text 1 W: The beef looks fresh. We will need a kilo of it. M: That should be enough. Do you want to try pork chops, too? W: I’ll pass. (1) Martha and Jason prefer mutton. Text 2 W: Hi, Mr. Wells, I’ve heard you’re going to study at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Our medical staff will miss you. M: I’ll miss you too. After two years of studying, I’ll come back. Take care of the dental department in my absence. W: Okay. I’ll try my best. Text 3 M: Congratulations on your new position! How long did it take you to get recognized? W: I joined the company in 2020. The first year was about grasping related skills, and after that, I spent four years improving myself. Text 4 M: What time is your yoga class? Should you leave now? You know the teacher is quite strict. W: Don’t worry. On Wednesday we always start at 5:30 p.m. (4) M: Oh, I thought it was one hour earlier. And you start it at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, right? W: Yes. Text 5 W: Oh no, I forgot to bring my notebook. I’m afraid that Mr. Collins will ask us questions about the First Industrial Revolution. M: Don’t worry, I can share my book with you. Have you previewed what we’re going to learn — the Second World War? W: Yes, absolutely. Text 6 M: Hi, Tracy. Aunt Melissa told me that you would have a three-week Christmas holiday this year and that you would have time to go to Canada. W: Yes. Would you come along? It’s been years since we saw Grandpa together. M: I’m not so sure. You know, my dad broke his leg last month when we were spending two weeks in Norway skiing. (7) W: Oh, poor Uncle Stewart. (7) How is he now? M: He’s recovering, but still can’t walk too much yet. He even applied to work from home but his request was not approved. W: Well, he’s such a workaholic. Text 7 M: I’m expecting the literature class next week! We’ll discuss my favorite writer, Charles Dickens. I can’t wait to take part in discussions about his works. W: That’s great news. I’m just done with Oliver Twist. (8) M: For me, I finished Hard Times last month. But I’m only halfway through Great Expectations. I find it a bit too complex. W: I started it last year, but I couldn’t finish it. It has too many characters and too many complicated plots. M: Agreed. He liked complicating things at times. Do you know that he passed away before he completed his last book, The Mystery of Edwin Drood? (9) W: Yes. A lot of people have created different endings to this mysterious book. I watched the TV series adapted from it two years ago. Text 8 W: Congratulations, Peter! (11) You are the seventh one who has crossed the biggest forest in our country within two days. Could you share something with the audience? M: Yes, of course. The journey wasn’t easy. The forest got thicker and thicker towards the center, and I couldn’t see the sun even when looking up. It became really difficult to walk. W: Did you see any animals? (11) M: I ran into a few foxes. They didn’t seem to have seen humans before. (11) I also saw some elephants in the distance, but I didn’t think they noticed me. And I heard deer calling from far away. W: We heard a group from Mongolia was there at the same time. Did you meet one another? (12) M: Yes, I met the Mongolians there, three men and two women. (12) (13) They had gotten lost and were preparing to spend the night under a big tree. I joined them for dinner. (13) They cooked very delicious beef. The next day, I left them on the road to the north end. Text 9 W: Do you know that Norman has snakes and frogs in his house? He has 12 species of them. M: Yes. I’ve seen them several times, but I’m not very fond of snakes. They’re even scarier than spiders. (14) W: Really? Wait a minute, I remember now how you avoided the snake exhibit at the zoo last year. M: Yes, I can’t stand the sight of them. That’s the reason why I refused to go to Norman’s birthday party last month. W: I see. Did you ever get bitten by a snake? M: No. But my grandmother Emily was bitten by a snake when she was 20. She always tells me to stay away from them. (15) W: Oh, I take it that happened in Australia. Your grandparents lived there when they were young, right? M: No, it happened here, in the mountains in the north. She was walking up a path in the summer. Suddenly, a small snake appeared in front of a rock. (16) W: People have to be careful in those places. Snakes in our country are not poisonous, but sometimes the bite can cause some trouble. Text 10 Good evening, everyone. It’s so good to be with you tonight. Opening my first restaurant has been a dream come true. Since I was a little child, I’ve taken pleasure in cooking and watching how food brings people together. My passion for making delicious meals started in my mother’s kitchen, where she taught me how to cook dishes with different flavors. (18) The idea of opening my own restaurant came to me five years ago when I was traveling around the world and exploring different food traditions. I wanted to create a place where people could enjoy various dishes. Now my restaurant features fresh and seasonal ingredients, innovative recipes and dishes that tell unique stories. (19) For example, one of our signature dishes is inspired by my grandmother’s pot roast, but we’ve added a modern twist to it. Starting a restaurant isn’t easy. I’m sure you’ve also encountered similar challenges, from finding the perfect location to building a great team. But today, when I see guests enjoying their meals and sharing moments with their loved ones, I know it’s all worth it. (20) Thank you for letting me share my journey with you. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $