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第一部分听力(共两节,分30分)
做题时,请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-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.How did the woman deal with her hair?
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A.She had it extended.
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B.She had it colored.
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C.She had it cut.
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2.What did the man use to be?
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A.A publisher.
B.A lecturer.
C.An editor.
3.What are the speakers doing?
A.Tidying the room.
B.Packing for a trip.
C.Checking in the luggage,
4.What will the painters do today?
A.Give an assessment.
B.Choose some paint.
C.Ppgt地e house
5.Where does the conversation probably take place?
A.In a theater.
B.On a plane.
C.At a restauirant.
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
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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.How is Billy feeling now?
A.Confident.
B.Anxious.
C.Confused.
7.What does the woman say about Billy?
A.He performed well last year.
B:He should talk with the coach.
C.He needs to attend gym courses.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8.What made the man decide to watch the film?
A.The film style.
B.The shooting place.
C.The original version.
9.What is the man dissatisfied with about the film?
A.The music.
B.The acting.
C.The special effects.
听第8段材料,回答第10至13题。
10.What is Ralph working on?
A.Taking dishes'pictures.
B.Decorating restaurant kitchens.
C.Planning a menu improvement.
11.What is Ralph worried at first?
A.The prices aren't reasonable.
B.The kitchen environment isn't ideal.
C.Some photos aren't attractive enough.
12.What does Elsa offer to do?
A.Check the prices.
B.Finalize the locations.
C.Make a marketiog plan.
13.What does Elsa decide to do in the end?
A.Further improve the pictures.
B.Launch the menu items earlier.
C.Delay the social media updates.
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听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14.Why did Gemma retire from athletics?
A.She was injured.
B.She was successful enough.
C.She was tired of traveling.
15.How did Gemma initially feel after retiring?
A.She was very happy.
B.She missed her old life.
C.She worried about her finances.
16.What difficulty did Gemma face when applying for a job?
A.Her ability was questioned.
B.Her age wasn't advantageous.
C.Her resume was too informative.
17.What motivated Gemma to go on with her business?
A.Her athletic knowledge
B.Her strong personality
C.Her belief in the prospects.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题.
18.What is the speaker mainly talking about?
A.Technical aspects of podcast production.
B.The importance of podcast episode length.
C.Strategies for growing a podcast's audience
19.What is podcasts'average drop-off rate in the first five minutes?
A.About 18%.
B.About 28%.
C.About 38%.
20.What is the purpose of Call-To-Action remarks in podcast openings?
A.To make the episode unique
B.To preview the later content.
C.To obtain more followers.
第二部分阅读(共两节,潮分50分)
第一节(共15小题,每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
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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
Traveling by train can be a romantic way to see the world.Since it was one of the original
forms of transportation worldwide,here are some fantastic train trips to add to.your travel list.
Qinghal-Xizang Railway
Where it goes:Xining to Lhasa
Why not start with the world's highest train ride?The Qinghai-Xizang Railway climbs to great
heights of over 16,000 feet as it snakes through the Himalayas.The wonderful 1215-miie journey
only makes seven stops.
Eurostar
Where it goes:London to/from Paris
Eurostar is a popular way for folks to get from London to Paris,thanks to its quick travel time,
but it has another attraction that makes it a great train trip.For 20 minutes,you will actually be
riding150 feet underwater through the famous English Channel.
Trans-Siberian Rallway
Where it goes:Moscow to Vladivostok
The Trans-Siberian Railway is another historically famous railroad that should be on your
travel list.It is also the world's longest continuous railway.Along the way,you will pass through
eight time zones and have plenty of time to see the beautiful Russian countryside.
Glacier Express
Where it goes:St.Moritz to Zennatt in the Swiss Alps
This train ride is a favorite among many,as it's the best way to experience the Swiss Alps.It's
much more about the journey than the destination,and it gives new meanmng to the term "slow
travel",taking over seven hours to pass just 180 miles.But it's one of the most scenic train journeys
out there,so the slow pace is welcomed.
21.How many stops are there during the trip from Xining to Lhasa?
A.5.
B.6.
C.7.
D.8.
22.What's special about Eurostar?
A.It passes through the most time zones.
B.It travels underwater for some time.
C.It is the highest speed train ride in the world.
D.It offers you beautiful European
scenery.
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during the act of laughing relaxes muscles.Thinking about something funny shifts our focus to new
things.Having humor regularly helps our outlook become more positive.
28.What can make us feel nervous?
A.Pulsing stress hormones.
B.Lacking sense of humour.
C.Tiredness and sleepiness.
D.Feeling eager to get something.
29.Why is deep breathing mentioned in Paragraph 3?
A.To compare it with taking exercise.B.To suggest people do it more often.
C.To show its importance to the body.D.To explain how laughing reduces anxiety.
30.What does Paragraph 4 focus on in terms of laughter?
A.Its functions.
B.Its concept.
C.Its causes.
D.Its disadvantages.
31.Who might need to read the text most?
A.A person who has developed a bad habit.B.A person who tends to feel nervous easily.
C.A person who is fond of humorous stories.D.A person who can't get along well with
others.
D
Thanks to technology development,healthcare services are more accessible than ever.
Hospitals have committed to digitally enabled care going mainstream and more health services have
gone online than ever before.But are older people who don't use the Internet being left behind?
A study by Lancaster University found that lots of older people still avoid online life
completely or use the Internet only on occasion.There are various reasons why older people don't
use the Internet.For many,a lack of confidence in their own ability to use technology raised fears
about security,particularly with online banking.
Whatever the reasons are,one of the biggest concerns about an off line older generation is the
likelihood that online.Madeleine Starr MBE,director of business development and innovation at
Carers UK,said,"Though many of us use technology in our everyday lives,seven out of ten people
don't yet think of technology when it comes to caring.So,many are not yet realizing the benefits of
this technology.Accessing appointments,ordering prescriptions (or having consultations
online can all help reduce visits to doctors and unplanned hospital visits."
In an aging society,the Internet can make a huge amount of difference to older people
requiring a bit of extra support and those caring for them."Advice from specialist websites or
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symptom checkers is great for those who are unsure if their symptoms are cause for concem or find
it difficult to get to a doctor's appointment.Technology is making it easier to offer remote care and
support for older people,helping them remain independent.The information on the Intemet can
prevent older people from taking their health into their own hands,"adds Caroline Abrahams,
charity director at Age UK.
However,services need to remain accessible to those'who aren't online.While it's fine to
support older people getting online,those who choose not to or cannot do so,for whatever reason,
should not be treated like second-class citizens.They must still be able to access services in other
ways that suit them.
32.What is the main purpose of paragraph 1?
A.To raise a topic to be discussed.
B.To list some important facts
C.To express the main idea of the text.D.To introduce new advances in science.
33.What might be the big concern about off line older people?
A.They will suffer from terrible loneliness.
B.They will face risks from online banking.
C.They will fail to benefit from advanced online healthcare.
D.They will underestimate the role of modern technology in healthcare.
34.Why does the author mention Caroline Abrahams'words in paragraph 4?
A.To stress the popularity of the Internet.
B.To reveal technology is developing very fast now.
C.To indicate the big challenges an aging society faces.
D.To show the Internet is of great importance to oider people.
35.What is the message the author wants to convey in the last paragraph?
A.Health services should get support from professionals
B.Older people should be encouraged to place their health first.
C.Older people should receive some training in using the Intemet.
D.Health services should be offered in ways that suit different people
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住选项。选项中有两项为多余选
项。
Helping Your Kids to Be Interested in Sports
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23.If you want to get a taste of slow travel,which train should you choose?
A.Qinghai-Xizang Railway
B.Eurostar.
C.Trans-Siberian Railway.
D.Glacier Express.
B
It is often said that the high school period is one of the most important stages that an individual
will experience,and is often seen as a critical and life-shaping time.During this period,people
often begin to discover what is meaningful to them and how they plan to continue living their lives.
Volunteering at St.Clare's Hospital has helped me form a positive experience during my high
school years.
When I first began volunteering,I was very nervous about meeting new people and being
pushed outside of my comfort zone.At the beginning of my volunteering experience,I was rathee
timid and not very outgoing.Fortucately,as time went by,I discovered how to introduce myself to
new volunteers,to go out of my way to make patients feel welcome,and to extend the hand of
friendship to others.I learned to respect diversity,which turned out to be particularly helpful in the
real world.
My volunteering experience at the hospital has led me to believe that my love and sympathy
for the disabled can brighten up the day of those lonely patients.There is another valuable lesson I
have leamned from the volunteer program:The significance of "service"involves making a
difference in the lives of others and contributing to the harmony of the community.Now I feel
content each time I finish my shift.This positive feeling has motivated me to continue carrying on
this worthwhile cause,and has become something that I view as having irreplaceable importance to
my life.
It's a great pity that many teenagers in my generation have not had experiences similar to mine
and therefore missed out on some of the important lessons that can be learned in life.Knowing that
I made a positive impact on someone is an emotionally uplifting experience that can never be
matched by money or fame.And,to the best of my ability,I will follow this path of service
throughout my life.
24.What does the author think of the high school period?
A.It deserves to be taken seriously.B.It is often criticized by people.
C.It brings no significance to life.D.It is full of unplanned experiences.
25.What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?
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A.The importance of diversity in the world.
B.The author's changes brought about by volunteering
C.Friendship between volunteers and patients.
D.Ways to help and respect patients
26.What does the underlined word "timid"in Paragraph 2 mean?
A.Confident.
B.Shy.
C.Brave.
D.Calm.
27.What is the purpose of the text?
A.To call on the young to volunteer.
B.To share the author's volunteering experience.
C.To explain the benefits of volunteering.
D.To introduce suitable community work.
Anxiety isn't funny.When we feel worried or afraid,the last thing we feel like doing is
laughing.Finding humor can be difficult when we live with anxiety.However,if we begin to look
for humor,we can find that laughter can be a great coping skill.
Researchers have discovered that laughter has many benefits.Among the ways laughter Eifts us
by increasing our overall well-being and boosting our mental health.When we live with anxiety our
stress hormones (pulse through us.This makes us feel nervous and anxious.Although there
are no quick solutions for anything in our life,8 good laugh can instantly begin to reduce these
harmful stress hormones that are mixed with anxiety.Laughter gets to work immediately,and a
regular"diet"of laughter continues to decrease anxiety over time.
The act of laughing is similar to deep breathing in its ability to increase the oxygen in our
bodies.Combined with reducing stress hormones,the increased oxygen in our bodies heips lead to
muscle relaxation.All of this helps reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety.
Laughing feels good.It's addictive and we can keep wanting more.When we laugh regularly,
our anxiety begins to decrease.When we have humor and give ourselves a chance to laugh a little
bit for even a short while each day,we distract our focus.Rather than seeing the world within or
without as a worrying place,we start to see it as a good,safe;and perhsps even fun place.Weistart
to see beyond the anxiety.Sure,the anxiety lingers for a while,but every time we laugh,we
can reduce it.
Introducing intentional laughter into our life decreases our stress hormones.Breathing deeply
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Being active and moving is important for us all,especially for children.36 However,
some parents can feel shocked when they see that their child isn't interested in sports.So how can
you encourage them to have a go?
It is such a good idea to lead by example when you are a parent.This is true for a variety of
aspects,but especially forgetting children involved in sport.37 So you need to be someone
who is interested and active,if you want any hope of them doing so too.If you lay on the couch all
day then they will just learn to do that too.
38 Although they can choose who they want to support,seeing your enthusiasm for a
particular player or team can be just what is needed to start their journey.You could look for a team
uniform store to get them a sports shirt with their name on for example,as well as see the team play
at one of their games.39
If something is dull,it will be hard for children to be enthusiastic about it.This will make them
resent()it,which is not a good thing for later in life.If they show particular skill and leam to
play sport,then'more practice and training can come in.40 When they can enjoy what they
do,they will only see it as something fun to do,rather than what we as adults might see it as,such
as a chore to burn calories.
Whatever sport your child chooses to play,encourage them and make it fun,and then it will be
something that they will want to carry on doing as they go about the rest of their lives.
A.They won't be interested in sports if you're not.
B.Here are some other tips that you would share with them.
C.Share your enthusiasm and it will help to lighten a passion
D.So think about ways that can get them to be active in the sports.
E.How active a child is will impact their overall health and leaming.
F.Apart from leading by example,you could also share your favorite team.
G.However,the main message for getting children into sport is to keep it fun.
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。
Last summer,I volunteered for a "River Cleanup"project in Wulong,organized by our
school's environmental club.Our 41 was to remove trash from the Wujiang River,which
runs through the district.On the first day,we gathered at dawn,wearing gloves and carrying large
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bags.The riverbank was42 with plastic bottles,food wrappers,and even old tires.
At first,the task seemed_43一the amount of trash was overwhelming(巨大的).But
as we worked together,44 our progress,the mood lifted.A local fisherman stopped to
thank us,saying,"Your work helps the fish and birds 45."His words gave us 46.
By noon,we had filled 20 bags.47,we noticed a group of students from another
school joining us.They brought extra tools,and we 48 our efforts,dividing the bank into
sections.
The most
49
moment came when we found a plastic bag tangled around a young
sapling.Carefully,we freed the tree and 50 it with soil."It's like giving the river a new
friend,"one volunteer joked.
As the sun set,we looked at the cleaned bank,51 but satisfied.The project taught me
that small actions,when52,can create big change.The river,once53,now
sparkled under the evening light.
I realized environmental protection isn't just for scientists-it's for 54.Since then,
I've been more mindful of my own waste,55
to set an example for others.
41.A.problem
B.dream
C.hobby
D.task
42.A.covered
B.filled
C.decorated
D.surrounded
43.A.easy
B.boring
C.impossible
D.dangerous
44.A.ignoring
B.checking
C.doubting
D.hiding
45.A.survive
B.escape
C.hide
D.play
46.A.money
B.strength
C.time
D.food
47.A.Suddenly
B.Luckily
C.Finally
D.Actually
48.A.continued
B.increased
C.combined
D.
compared
49.A.exciting
B.tiring
C.surprising
D.touching
50.A.marked
B.watered
C.protected
D.planted
51.A.excited
B.tired
C.angry
D.-confused
52.A.planned
B.repeated
C.shared
D.forgotten
53.A.clean
B.dirty
C.wide
D.narrow
54.A.everyone
B.scientists
C.volunteers
D.leaders
55.A.refusing
B.failing
C.promising
D.forgetting
第二节(共10小题:每小题1.5分,满分15分)
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阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或所给单词的正确形式。
Over the last decade,China 56 (witness)great changes,which could not have been
achieved57 the hard work of its people.There are many ways58(record)the past
time,but the story that,at times,leaves a mark on each person is surely the most vivid.
Recently,a man named Zou Yi,59 has recorded Beiing's blue sky,shared his
observations on the improvement of air quality in China's capital,as well as his understanding of
the efforts behind the brilliant blue skies.His first photo 60 (take)on January 27,2013.He
did the same the next day.He continued for nine more years and,61(natural),has the most
direct amateur observations ever captured of the changes above the heart of Beijing.62took
more than 50 years for London and Los Angeles to deal with air pollution,
63
_(compare)
with just a decade for Beijing.The battle against air pollution has claimed some major stepwise
victories over the years,which perfectly shows the Chinese administration's64(determine)
and action in building 65 prosperous and beautiful country.
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,你校上周末组织了高二学生百人大合唱。请给你的笔友Tom写一封邮件
介绍此次活动,内容包括:
1.活动目的:
2.活动内容;
3.你的感触。
注意:
1.写作词数应为80左右:
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Tom,
Yours,
LiHua
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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。
Due to my unhealthy eating habits,I became fatter and fatter after college.My good friend
Mike was a running enthusiast.So he advised me to lose weight by running and he promised to
accompany me to run.
Seven years later,I got more serious about running.And I dreamed to participate in Boston
Marathon.Mike wanted to attend the same marathon with me.Every day we spared our time to
practise hard,during which time Mike gave me much professional guidance and encouragerent.
And then one day,both of us qualified for the 2017 Boston Marathon.We were excited but
unfortunately,several weeks before the marathon,we had a serious quarrel i didn't talk with him
anymore.
The day came.Mike and I stood at the starting line.He said,"Good luck!You will sertainly
finish the marathon."Hearing his words,I looked at him,saying,"It's none of your business."
Then we started running.Soon,I passed Mike.
But I struggled in the heat starting at mile 16.I felt most of my oxygen weof to the muscie in
my legs and less in my brain,which made me feel a bit light-headed and dizzy )I
continually encouraged myself,"Just get to the finish,run bold,and you will win."But ail phrases
that I say to myself didn't work.
Gradually I felt out of breath and had to slow down my pace.As I ran down the famous last
stretch of the Boston Marathon on Boylston Street,I fell down on the ground
注意:
1.续写词数应为150个左右:
2.请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Just then,I felt that someone picked me up.
When Mike and I crossed the finish line,the audience at present applauded
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英语
(考试时间:120分钟试卷满分:150分)
第一部分听力(共两节,满分30分)
1-5ACBAB
6-10 BABBA
11-15 CACCB
16-20ACCBC
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.C
22.B
23.D
24.A
25.B
26.B27.A
28.A
29.D
30.A31.B
32.A33.C
34.D
35.D
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
36.E
37.A38.F39.C40.G
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.D42.A43.C44.B45.A
46.B
47.A48.C49.D
50.D51.B
52.C53.B54.A
55.C
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
51.has witnessed 52.without 53.to record 54.who
55.was taken,
56.naturally
57.It
58.compared 59.determination 60.a
第四部分写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66.Dear Tom,
I'm writing to share an unforgettable activity with you.Last weekend,our school organized a
hundred-student chorus for Senior 2 students to promote teamwork and relieve study stress.We
spent days practicing classic patriotic songs,and finally performed them with full passion on stage.
The event was a huge success,filling the hall with harmonious voices and warm applause.Through
this activity,I've deeply felt the power of unity and enjoyed the joy of collective art
Looking forward to hearing your stories.
Li Hua
1
第二节(满分25分)
Just then,Ifelt that someone picked me up.Turning around,I found it was Mike who helped
me up.A wave of embarrassment swept over me and I was even at a loss at that moment."Just
stand up and go on to run.I will keep you company."Mike encouraged me with a big smile on his
face.Looking into his faithful eyes,I realized that he was not cheating me and that he was really
helping me.He just forgot the quarrel between us.I stood up and began to run with him
When Mike and I crossed the fiish line,the cudience at present applauded.Without any
preparation,I was hugged by Mike tightly.Suddenly,I felt regretful to break up with him.Then,I
mustered up my courage to say sorry to Mike."Thank you and I am so sory to you,my dear friend.
I should not have quarreled with you.""Just forget it.You know,we are good friends."Mike said.I
felt more than happy and lucky to have such a friend in my life.Though quarrels between friends
could not be avoided,as long as we have him/her in our mind,we would be good friends forever.
听力原文
Text1
M:Your hair looks different.Did you get it cut or something?
W:Cut?It isn't shorter,it's longer!I had extensions put in.I got tired of having hair to my
shoulders,so I decided to make it really long.
Text 2
W:What did you use to do before you became a lecturer?
M:I used to edit books for a publishing house.I stopped doing that because the money they paid
was chicken feed.
Text 3
M:Have you got your things ready?I'm almost done.I just need to put the passports into my
carry-on.
W:I never know what to bring and always end up making a mess with my things.
Text4
M:I'm having the painters do the outside of the house.
W:That was a good call.The house could go for a fresh coat of paint.Did they give you an
estimate?
M:They are coming by to make measurements,and they'll price the job later today.
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W:Sir,I am sony,but you are sitting in someone else's seat.
M:I'm sorry.I didn't even notice
W:Please hurry to your seat,so that we can prepare for take-off.
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W:Hey,Billy!Are you ready for soccer tryouts after school?
M:Yeah,I worked hard at a gym this summer to get into shape for the season.6But there are a
lot of solid players trying out.So I might have a slight chance of making the team.
W:Come on!7You were the most skilled player on the junior team last year and scored more
goals than anyone.I see great potential in you.Plus,the coach told me last week that he needs
a strong midfielder.
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W:8What did you think of it then?
M:Well,normally I don't like romantic films,especially old ones,8but as this was filmed locally,
I thought I'd watch it.And I was pleasantly surprised-it actually made me cry!
W:I still prefer the original.It's a classic,and the main actors were just brilliant,much more
believable than in this new version.
M:But this one uses excellent special effects and the music is listenable,9even if the acting isn't
up to standard.
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W:10DRalph,I just wanted to express my appreciation for the photographs you took of our
new menu items.Would you be able to email those to my secretary so our social media
team can use them this Wednesday?
M:No problem,1213Elsa.Which ones did you want me to send over?
W:I would really like all of them.Can you also make note of which restaurant location you were at,
and the name and price of the menu item?
M:Well,I am a little concerned that the photos that are taken in the kitchen aren't visually
appealing for social media.
W:Hmm...Okay.I didn't think about the photos taken in the kitchen.Maybe we shouldn't use
those
M:Okay.12But I am also not sure of the prices of the items,as they are different at each
location.
W:12I will take care of finding out about that.How does that sound?
M:That should solve all of my problems for now.
W:13All the new menu items will be launched next Friday,right?Maybe we should wait to
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post the pictures until then.
M:That sounds like a great plan.It gives us more time to ensure everything is perfect.
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M:14Why did you retire from athletics,Gemma?
W:I'd achieved several medals for coming second and third in world events and felt I had the
ability to keep on going.And I had been lucky enough not to pick up too many injuries.But the
truth was,14I was fed up with living out of a suitcase all over the world for my job.
M:Fair enough.5And was it easy to adjust to life after retirement?
W:Initially,no.And after I'd had a rest,I started applying for paid jobs.15I needed something to
do to distract me from thinking about the good things about being an athlete.
M:So was it easy with your background to find a job?
W:Not at all.1When employers looked at my resume,there was no evidence that I was
capable of doing the job they were advertising.
M:But eventually someone took you on and then five years later,you set up your own company to
help retired sportspeople.Was the business an immediate success?
W:Not in the very early days.But I didn't give up.I always had a reputation for being a strong
person when I was an athlete.1What kept me going most of all was the knowledge that my
business would meet a real need.
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M:Hello everyone.Nowadays more and more people start a podcast channel.There are around 30
million podcast episodes out there,so making sure that your podcast draws in your listeners is
more important than ever.Having engaging content throughout each show is essential.
19Studies have shown that podcasts lose 28 percent of listeners on average in the first five
minutes,which is about 10 percent higher than the drop-off rate for the midsection of the
episode.A great podcast opening should show new listeners who you are,what your podcast is
about,and why they should listen.But,at the same time,it needs to engage your existing
audience.The best podcast openings are unique to each episode and include a preview of later
content.They often include special music or sound effects.Many also have some
Call-To-Action remarks,such as "Follow us for daily tips and inspiration!"2This could be
encouraging listeners to follow you on the podcast platform.