河南新乡市2025—2026学年度高一下学期素养评价(三) 英语试题

2025 — 2026学年度高一下学期素养评价（三） 英 语 试 题 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡上。 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。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。 考试时间为120分钟，满分150分 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的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. Who is busy putting up decorations? A. Sarah. B. Anna. C. Tom. 2. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a car. B. At a hotel. C. At the airport. 3. What does Mike plan to do during his holiday? A. Visit a museum. B. Fish by a lake. C. Cycle along the countryside. 4. What’s the possible relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates. B. Teacher and student. C. Doctor and patient. 5. How much does the woman want to borrow? A. $18. B. $10. C. $8. 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. Why does the woman make the call? A. To conduct a job interview. B. To ask about a job position. C. To schedule a business meeting. 7. What can we learn about the woman? A. She will be back on Friday. B. She will be free on Wednesday. C. She will take the interview on Thursday. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Ways of traveling. B. Popular tourist places. C. Summer vacation plans. 9. How does Felix plan to get to Yunnan? A. By car. B. By train. C. By plane. 10. What does the man promise to do? A. Give the woman a present. B. Treat the woman rice noodles. C. Send photos of Yunnan to the woman. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What is the woman’s main problem? A. She is feeling sick. B. She doesn’t like her assistant. C. She has too much work to do. 12. Why can’t the woman’s assistant help her now? A. She is on sick leave. B. She is away for training. C. She is on a business trip. 13. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Hire a new assistant. B. Reduce her workload. C. Ask her assistant to come back. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What is the woman intended to do? A. Book a ticket. B. Change her tickets. C. Know about the ticket price. 15. What does the man say about the tickets? A. They will be sent to her home. B. They have already been printed. C. They can be picked up on Saturday. 16. What does the man advise the woman to do? A. Ask for her money back. B. Give the tickets to a friend. C. Exchange the tickets at the front desk. 17. How does the woman sound in the end? A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Surprised. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What is the purpose of the talk? A. To teach interview skills. B. To introduce school workers. C. To explain a class project. 19. How long should the interview last? A. One whole class period. B. Less than 15 minutes. C. About 15-20 minutes. 20. What does the speaker remind students about at last? A. Meeting a deadline (截止日期). B. Respecting others’ time. C. Planning questions ahead. 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 Space Camp has been helping inspire the next generation of explorers for more than 42 years. Based at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, trainees have a unique environment to inspire imagination while being surrounded by space hardware. It offers a series of NASA astronaut training experiences and the basics of rocketry. You’re never too old for Space Camp! Camp programs are also available for adults, educators and families. How Does Space Camp Work? Space Camp starts on Sunday and campers graduate the following Friday; this schedule is for children who attend one of the three programs (Traditional Space Camp; Space Academy and Advanced Space Academy) targeted at attendees aged 9-18. The goal is for children to learn and work together as a team to solve problems using science knowledge and creative thinking. Other special programs include an Adult Space Camp program for families or educators. Most of these programs operate on weekends (Friday to Sunday) in between sessions with children. Space Camp dates vary each year, and by program. In 2026, it starts on May 24 and runs until August 28th. Common Activities ● Train like an astronaut on the 1/6th Gravity Chair and the Five Degrees of Freedom simulator (模拟器). ● Construct and launch your own model rocket. ● Learn what it’s like to live onboard the International Space Station (ISS). ● Discover the newest rocket that will carry NASA astronauts to Mars. ● Launch on simulated missions to the ISS, the Moon or Mars. How Much Does Space Camp Cost? The cost varies depending on the program you (or your child) plan to attend: Program Days / Nights Price (per person) Traditional Space Camp 6D/5N $1,799 Space Academy 6D/5N $1,899 Advanced Space Academy 6D/5N $1,999 Adult Space Camp 2D/1N $799 Adult Advanced Space Academy 6D/5N $2,099 Family Space Camp (aged 7+) 2D/1N $799 21. What do we know about Space Camp? A. It has a fixed date every year. B. Adults can attend Traditional Space Camp. C. It focuses on kids’ problem-solving skills. D. The Space Academy program runs on weekends. 22. What can attendees do at Space Camp? A. Train together with astronauts. B. Learn about the latest rocket. C. Spend a day in the simulated ISS. D. Watch a real rocket launch. 23. How much should two science teachers pay for the six-day program? A. $1,598. B. $1,999. C. $3,998. D. $4,198. B At the Linda Nolen Learning Center in Pelham, 17-year-old Holayn Marandu arrived at her school’s 2026 prom (毕业舞会) wearing a custom-made dress inspired by her own detailed drawing. The effort began when Holayn, an autistic (自闭症的) student with a gift for art, drew the dress she hoped to wear to prom. Her drawings, described by her family and educators as colorful and highly detailed, have long been one of the primary ways she expresses herself. After sharing her idea with school staff, her teacher Cynthia Parker posted the drawing online in search of someone willing to bring it to life. That request quickly caught on. Eventually Shondra Patterson, a tailor, volunteered to create the dress. The project drew additional support from community members who contributed resources and encouragement along the way, turning a single request into a broader effort to make the student’s idea a reality. While the finished dress became the centerpiece of the evening, Holayn’s reaction to seeing her design come to life reflected the sense of excitement described by those closest to her. Just weeks earlier, the dress existed only as an idea she translated onto paper. Holayn, who did not speak until around age 8, has developed a unique and confident voice over time. When asked about her talent, she often describes herself as a “world-famous artist”. That confidence carried into prom night, where she entered wearing the dress she imagined and was later named prom queen, drawing cheers from classmates, staff, and supporters. The praise added something special to an evening that also reflected the environment created at the Linda Nolen Learning Center — a school with a long-time goal of helping students with special needs through teaching that fits each student and through working with the community. The effort also showed how quickly a local school community can grow beyond the school grounds. The online post connected educators with a skilled tailor and drew support from individuals who had never met the student. 24. What can be inferred about Holayn’s drawings? A. They were first noticed by a tailor. B. They help her make more friends. C. They are intended for fashion design. D. They are her main communication tool. 25. Why did Cynthia Parker post Holayn’s drawing online? A. To draw attention to autism. B. To seek for kind help. C. To sell the artwork for donation. D. To show Holayn’s artistic skills. 26. Which is a feature of Linda Nolen Learning Center? A. Offering individualized teaching. B. Having a garden-like environment. C. Centering on community service. D. Educating special students through art. 27. What does Holayn’s story mainly show? A. Every dog has its day. B. Practice makes perfect. C. Many hands make light work. D. A picture is worth a thousand words. C Money and the Meaning of Life is not a typical personal finance book. Written by Jacob Needleman, a philosophy professor at San Francisco State University, it invites readers to look at money not as something to spend or save, but as a mirror that reflects who we really are. The book grew out of a course Needleman taught, where he noticed how deeply money shapes people’s emotions and decisions. To make his ideas easy to understand, Needleman creates two fictional characters based on the rich exchanges with his students: Bill, a millionaire who has everything except happiness, and Alyssa, an artist who becomes an accountant (会计) to feel safe but loses her passion along the way. Their stories help readers see that money cannot buy self-understanding, love, or true friendship. As Needleman writes, expecting money to give your life meaning is like expecting a hammer (锤子) to build a house by itself — it is just a tool. Some readers might find this book a bit challenging because it asks deep questions rather than giving simple answers. However, for high school students, especially freshmen, it is a great introduction to thinking critically (批判性地) about money and values. You do not need to be a philosophy expert to enjoy it. The language is clear, and the examples come from everyday life. What makes this book especially valuable for young readers is that it speaks directly to teenagers and young adults, who are just starting to form their views on money and success. Needleman reminds us that it’s important to use money wisely, not to waste it on unnecessary things, but also not to let the fear of being poor or the desire for wealth control our decisions. He encourages readers to ask themselves: What do I really want from life? How can money help me achieve that, rather than become a problem? I highly recommend this book to every high school student who wants to gain a clear understanding of money’s role in life and avoid falling into the trap of blind materialism. It is a valuable guide that will benefit us for a lifetime. 28. What can we learn about Bill and Alyssa? A. They show a common job mistake. B. They’re created based on real experience. C. They prove artists earn less money. D. They are skilled at managing finance. 29. What does the hammer example imply? A. Tools are useless without workers. B. Building houses requires teamwork. C. It’s challenging to use money wisely. D. Money alone cannot create meaningful life. 30. What does the author suggest about teenagers? A. They easily fall into materialism. B. They lack interest in philosophy. C. They are forming their sense of values. D. They should ignore the impact of wealth. 31. What type of writing is this text? A. A book review. B. A news report. C. A personal diary. D. A research paper. D Imagine teaching your dog a new trick, like fetching a ball. You throw the ball, and when your dog brings it back, you give him a treat. Over time, your dog learns that fetching the ball means getting a yummy reward. Machine learning is kind of like that, but instead of teaching dogs, we’re teaching computers! Machine learning is a way for computers to learn from data and make decisions without being told exactly what to do. It’s like giving your computer a brain that gets smarter the more it learns. Machine learning is like giving superpowers to computers. It helps them understand and solve complex problems faster and more accurately (准确) than humans can. It’s used in many fields, like medicine, to find new treatments, in agriculture, to grow better crops, and even in space, to explore other planets! You might be wondering how exactly computers learn from data. The secret lies in something called algorithms (算法). An algorithm is a set of instructions or rules that a computer follows to solve a problem. Think of it like a recipe for baking a cake. Just as a recipe guides you step-by-step to mix ingredients (成分) and bake them to create a delicious cake, an algorithm guides the computer to process data and learn from it. Different algorithms are used for different types of learning, like recognizing images, understanding speech, or even playing games. The future of machine learning is incredibly exciting. Imagine a world where diseases are cured quickly, cars drive themselves safely, and robots help with everyday tasks at home and school. Scientists and engineers are working hard to make these dreams a reality. And the best part? You can be a part of this future! By learning about machine learning now, you’re setting the stage to be one of the innovators who will shape tomorrow’s world. So keep your curiosity alive, ask lots of questions, and never stop exploring the amazing world of technology. 32. Why does the author mention a dog in paragraph 1? A. To explain why dogs like treats. B. To stress dogs’ high intelligence. C. To introduce the idea of learning. D. To show how to train animals well. 33. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A. The application of machine learning. B. The various types of machine learning. C. The challenges in developing algorithms. D. The role of algorithms in machine learning. 34. What does the underlined word “innovators” in the last paragraph refer to? A. Moral models in society. B. Persons who create new ideas. C. Experts in computer games. D. People who work behind the scenes. 35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text? A. An Easy Guide to Machine Learning B. The Bright Future of Machine Learning C. How to Teach Computers to Learn Effectively D. Keep Exploring and Learning Technologies 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。 For a long time, I didn’t really think about waste. I would throw things away without asking where to put them. 36 Not just about throwing things away, but about what happens after that. That’s when I realised something surprising — there is no “away”. Everything we throw still exists somewhere. At school, we began exploring this idea through our unit of inquiry (探究). We looked at how waste affects the environment, animals, and even people. I learned that plastic can take hundreds of years to break down. 37 That made me think about my own habits. I started noticing how often I used things just once and threw them away — the plastic spoons and extra paper I didn’t really need. Before, I felt it’s normal. 38 So I decided to try. I began with small things. For example, I tried to finish what’s on my plate so there would be less waste. 39 Sometimes I forget. Sometimes it’s more convenient just to throw something away. But now, at least, I think about it. And that makes a difference. One of the most interesting things I learned is that being “zero waste” doesn’t mean creating absolutely no waste at all. It means trying to reduce it as much as possible and making better choices every day. It also made me realise that even small actions matter. If one person reduces a little waste, it may not seem like much. 40 I also spoke to my family about it. Now at home, we try to separate our waste and reuse things when we can. It feels good to know that what I learned in school is not just for school — it can change what we do every day. A. However, it’s not always easy. B. Do I really need to waste this? C. Now, it feels like something I can change. D. Sometimes it doesn’t fully disappear at all. E. But if many people do the same thing, it adds up. F. But recently, we started talking about waste in a different way in school. G. We could track the food waste for one week and brainstorm ways to reduce it. 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。 Iqra did well in her studies, but creative writing was her biggest weakness. So when she had to write an essay (文章) or any other piece of creative writing, she would 41 the task until the last minute, and then one of her parents would help and provide her with a 42 piece. But soon, her mother realised how important it was for her daughter to write 43 . She also knew that Iqra had the potential (潜力), but lacked 44 in herself. Later Iqra tried to get her parents to help once again, but it didn’t 45 . Just then, a quote she had read 46 through her mind: “Try and fail, but never fail to try.” Encouraged by those words, she gave it a 47 . To her surprise, her 48 was successful. Although she wasn’t confident that her work was up to the mark, her teacher praised her essay and gave her positive 49 . Still, Iqra lacked the courage to write again. The fear of not being good enough 50 , despite her earlier 51 . But it was her mother who inspired her to keep writing. So that year, Iqra wrote countless essays, and 52 , her confidence began to grow. Then came her pre-board exams. She nailed (抓住) the topic and to her 53 , she was among the top five students. This experience made her truly believe that “Where there is a will, there is a way”. She learned that challenges are 54 growth opportunities. The path to success is usually tough, but with courage and 55 , you will unlock your potential and achieve your dreams. 41. A. take on B. give up C. put off D. turn down 42. A. complete B. single C. brief D. shallow 43. A. carefully B. independently C. quickly D. neatly 44. A. interest B. talent C. patience D. confidence 45. A. work B. last C. matter D. respond 46. A. gathered B. flashed C. settled D. faded 47. A. decision B. pattern C. shot D. thought 48. A. escape B. defence C. approach D. attempt 49. A. remarks B. examples C. promises D. demands 50. A. differed B. remained C. disappeared D. reduced 51. A. fortune B. struggle C. success D. failure 52. A. originally B. immediately C. previously D. gradually 53. A. amazement B. disappointment C. confusion D. admiration 54. A. limited B. valuable C. eventual D. regular 55. A. pressure B. honor C. generosity D. determination 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。 On a warm mid-April afternoon, the light-colored castle of Pop Mart’s Pop Land (泡泡乐园) rose like a “magic kingdom” in Beijing’s Chaoyang Park. Inside, a group of young British 56 (tour) laughed, took photos, and discovered the stories behind the toy figures they 57 (collect) back home before coming to China. They are students from different UK universities, including the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, etc., 58 purpose of coming to Chaoyang district was to experience Chinese culture, explore 59 (advance) technology and build bridges of understanding. “I had no idea that all these different characters were under Pop Mart,” says Maximilian Camara. He had bought a Crybaby blind box at a London mall, only 60 (discover) later that the unusual little toy had taken British social media by storm. For Molokwu, the visit brought 61 unexpected joy. “I loved the Powerpuff Girls growing up. I didn’t even know Molly was one of them-and she’s in Pop Land!” She 62 (proud) showed off a limited-edition headphone case. 63 impressed her even more was the brand’s IP protection. “If you come here, you can see all of this, but you won’t find it anywhere else. It offers a chance for fans to take pictures with the toy maker’s flagship characters in different settings, 64 (range) from a European-inspired white castle to a leafy tree house,” she added. The students also walked the Great Wall, watched a robot do a backflip and experienced eye-tracking technology 65 (design) to assist people with mobility issues at the Zhongguancun (Chaoyang) Internet 3.0 Park. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假设你是李华。你的新西兰笔友Kyle来信说，他对你如何利用AI学习英语很感兴趣，他也打算用AI工具学习外语。请你给他回复一封邮件，内容包括： 1．使用AI的益处； 2．使用AI的弊端； 3．你的建议及计划。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80左右； 2．可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。 Dear Kyle, ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 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。 Sam thought his classmate Kevin was the strangest person in school. Kevin never talked to anyone. He often wore the same brown jacket and sat alone at lunch. Sam once tried to say hello, but Kevin just walked away. “He thinks he’s too cool for us,” Sam told his friend. Sam avoided Kevin after that. To him, Kevin was just a cold, unfriendly boy who didn’t care about anyone. But everything changed one rainy afternoon. Sam’s mother had given him a special book before she died two years ago. On the inside cover, she had written a short message. That book was Sam’s most valuable thing. One day, by accident, Sam put it into the school’s old book donation box. It collects unwanted books and usually sends them to a recycling center, where most are crushed (压碎) or turned into new materials. When he realized his mistake, the box had already been taken to the recycling center. Sam ran there, but the worker said, “Sorry, all books were crushed this morning.” Sam’s heart broke. The next week, Sam was cleaning his desk when he found something unexpected. His book — the very one his mother had signed — was lying right there, wrapped in a plastic bag. A small note was attached: “I saw it in the donation box and took it out before the truck came. Sorry, I never talk to you. I’m just shy. — Kevin.” Sam couldn’t believe his eyes. His hands trembled (颤抖) as he read the note. He hugged the book, tears rolling down his face. “How could I have been blind?” Kevin, the “cold” boy he had avoided, had saved his most precious treasure without saying a single word. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Knowing that Kevin loves reading in the library, Sam can’t wait to find him. __________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ From that day on, Sam never judged anyone by their outside again. __________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025 — 2026学年度高一下学期素养评价（三） 英语参考答案及评分意见 听力 1-5 BACAC 6-10 BACBA 11-15 CBABB 16-20 BACCA 阅读 A篇 21. C 22. B 23. D B篇24. D 25. B 26. A 27. C C篇 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. A D篇 32. C 33. D 34. B 35. A 七选五 36. F 37. D 38. C 39. A 40. E 41. C 42. A 43. B 44. D 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. D 49. A 50. B 51. C 52. D 53. A 54. B 55. D 语法填空 56. tourists 57. had collected 58. whose 59. advanced 60. to discover 61. an 62. proudly 63. What 64. ranging 65. designed 书面表达 Dear Kyle, How is everything going? I’m writing to tell you about my use of AI tools in my English study. AI brings me real benefits. It helps correct my grammar mistakes, explains difficult words quickly, and even offers sample sentences. However, it also has disadvantages. Sometimes I rely on it too much and stop thinking by myself. Worse still, the answers aren’t always accurate. My advice is: use AI as a helper, not a replacement for your own effort. So I plan to complete tasks on my own first, then turn to AI for checking and improvement. What’s your opinion on AI-assisted learning? Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Yours, Li Hua 读后续写 Knowing that Kevin loves reading in the library, Sam couldn’t wait to find him. There he was, sitting alone in the library, reading. “Kevin, thank you,” Sam said, his voice shaking. “You saved my mother’s book. Why didn’t you tell me?” Kevin looked down shyly. “I didn’t know how,” he whispered. “I’m not good at talking. But I know what it’s like to lose something important.” Sam sat down beside him. For the first time, he saw Kevin’s kind heart hidden behind the silence. They stayed there, reading together. From that day on, Sam never judged anyone by their outside again. He and Kevin became close friends. Sam learned that Kevin’s grandfather had left years ago, and the brown jacket was the last gift from him. Quiet people often carry the deepest stories. Sam started sitting with Kevin at lunch. He also began talking to other shy classmates. One small act of kindness from a “strange” boy had changed Sam’s heart forever. Sometimes, the quietest people can make a difference in a down-to-earth way. 附：听力材料 Text 1 M: Hey, could you help me out, Anna? W: Sorry, Tom. I’m busy putting up decorations. Maybe ask Sarah? M: Oh, she’s washing the car right now. Text 2 M: I can’t go straight because the road is closed. I’ll turn right here. Don’t worry — I’ll get you to the airport on time. W: Thanks. I wish I had gotten my driver’s license. Text 3 W: Hi, Mike! How are you spending the coming holiday? M: My mother feels like visiting a museum, but my dad prefers fishing by the lake. As for me, I’m going to go cycling along the countryside. Text 4 M: What bad luck! Our English teacher gets ill. I wonder who will take her place today. W: I think it might be Julia. See? She’s walking toward our classroom. M: Well, we’d better head back to the classroom now. Text 5 W: This adventure storybook costs 18 dollars, and I have 10 dollars in my pocket. Any chance you could lend me some? M: How much do you need? W: 8 dollars should be enough! Text 6 M: Hello, this is Mr. Brown speaking. W: Hi, Mr. Brown. My name is Lisa Chen. I’m calling about the job ad. I saw online. M: Thanks for reaching out. We’re planning to hold interviews this Wednesday and Thursday. Would either day work for you? W: I’ll be away on Wednesday, but I’ll be back by Friday. Could we do the interview then? M: I’m afraid we need to fill the position quickly, so we’re only doing interviews on Wednesday and Thursday. If you’re not free on those days, I’m sorry, but we can’t consider you for the job. Text 7 W: Hi, Felix! Have you made any plans for your summer vacation? M: Yes! I’m going to Yunnan with my parents. We’ll stay there for five days. W: Sounds exciting! What do you hope to see there? M: I’d love to visit the Stone Forest and take a boat tour on Dianchi Lake. W: How will you get there? M: By high-speed train. It takes about five hours from Chengdu, more convenient than driving. W: That’s pretty fast. What about the food there? M: I’ve heard the rice noodles are a must-try. I’m really looking forward to it! W: Enjoy your trip and take lots of photos! M: Thanks! I’ll bring you back a gift. Text 8 M: Hey, you look really worn out lately. Everything okay? W: I’ve hardly slept the last few nights. I’m so tired, even coffee can’t wake me up. M: That sounds terrible. Are you sick? W: No, it’s just work. There’s way too much to do, and I can’t keep up. I don’t even have time to jog anymore because I get home so late. M: But isn’t your assistant, Amy, pretty helpful? W: She was, but she’s on leave for a training program. M: Then why not hire someone new? W: I’ve already talked to several people, but none of them worked out. M: No wonder you’re so tired. Text 9 W: Hello, this is Monica Wood. I booked two tickets for the concert on Friday through your website. I just found out I have to work late that day, so I can’t make it. Could I change them to Saturday instead? M: Wait a minute, Ms. Wood. Let me pull up your order. Oh, I’m sorry, but tickets for Friday are already printed and ready for pickup. We can’t make changes once they’re prepared. W: Is there any way I could just exchange them at your front desk? M: I’m afraid not. What you can do is come to pick them up as planned, then give them to a friend who can go in your place. W: That’s a bit difficult. Could I get my money back if I don’t take them? M: Sorry, all ticket sales are final. You can still pick them up anytime before the show starts. W: That’s really disappointing. I wish I had known this before booking. Text 10 Good morning, class! Today we’re starting a fun project to practice news-writing skills. You’ll work with a partner and interview one of the teachers or other school workers here. Your job is to write a short feature article about them — like something in a school newspaper. I’ve put a list on the front desk. Pick a card — each has a name, room number, and a note about the person. Some are teachers you may know, but a few work in the office or library. Everyone we chose is happy to help. Here are a few tips. First, plan your questions together. Think about what you want to learn: maybe how they decided to work at a school, what they enjoy most, or a funny memory. Second, keep your interview short — about 15 to 20 minutes. Be respectful of their time. Finally, take notes or, if they agree, record the conversation. When you get back, you’ll have one class period to write it. Remember, in news-writing, deadlines matter. Please hand in your work at the end of the class. I’m excited to see the interesting stories you’ll uncover. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $