江西南昌市第二中学2025-2026学年高一下学期期末英语试题

南昌二中2025-2026学年度下学期高一英语期末考试 命题人：刘毓俊 审题人：敖仲玮 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 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。每段录音播放两遍。 1.What problem does the man have? A.He has lost his luggage. B.He fails to complete the form. C.He misses his flight from Melbourne. 2.What do Sarah's parents want her to do after graduation? A.Travel for a year. B.Get a job immediately. C.Continue her studies. 3.Why do the speakers want to move? A.The house is too old and dark. B.The neighborhood is too noisy C.They need a bigger garden. 4.What bothers the woman the most? A.The snow is not so good. B.The place is too crowded. C.The man asks too much. 5.What landmark have they just passed? A.The Stone Bridge. B.The Art Centre. C.The Grand Theatre. 第二节 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。 听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时 间。每段录音播放两遍。 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6.How fast was the woman driving in the school zone? A.15 miles per hour.B.25 miles per hour. C.35 miles per hour. 7.What is different about Wednesdays at the school? A.School starts later.B.School ends earlier. C.There are no classes. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8.Where are the speakers having this conversation? A.At a wedding reception.B.At a school reunion. C.In a steakhouse. 9.Who is Fiona to Kevin? A.His sister. B.His cousin. C.His classmate. 10.What do we learn about David? A.He has been living abroad. B.He is a professional basketball player. C.He organized this dinner gathering. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 11.According to the woman,what has happened to news programs and documentaries on TV? A.Their quality has improved. B.Their number has decreased. C.They have become more popular. 12.What is the woman's opinion of reality shows and game shows? A.They are worthless. B.They are entertaining. C.They are educational. 13.What does the man believe is the main purpose of television? A.To educate the public.B.To report news accurately. C.To provide entertainment. 听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14.What is the name of the school Robert Hall works for? A.Community High School.B.Neighborhood High School.C.Mountainside High School. 15.What can adults do in the evening as part of the school program? A.Teach classes to students. B.Take courses for fun or learning. C.Help with school administration. 16.Where can students work as part of the program? A.In offices,farms,and homes. B.Only in local businesses. C.Only in government buildings. 17.What is the ultimate goal of this school program? A.To help students earn money. B.To prepare students for university. C.To make the school part of the community 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 l8.Why is the speaker's city particularly vulnerable(易受影响的)to climate change? A.It is very flat and near the water. B.It has poor drainage systems. C.It experiences frequent storms. 19.What do the numbers on the signs represent? A.How much flood damage will cost. B.How high a house is above sea level. C.How many floods happen each year. 20.What positive outcome resulted from the art project? A.A group was formed to fight climate change. B.The city built new walls against floods. C.Schools added climate science to classes. 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 FIFA2026 Mascots:Maple,Zayu and Clutch The biggest FIFA World CupTM ever-featuring 48 teams for the first time and running from 11 June to 19 July-will be brought to life by three official mascots:Maple the Moose(Canada),Zayu the Jaguar (Mexico),and Clutch the Bald Eagle (United States).Carefully designed to mirror their nations' cultures,they together stand for unity,diversity,and the shared passion for football. FIFA President Gianni Infantino called them"full of joy,energy and the spirit of togetherness," adding that they would"win hearts and spark celebrations across North America and around the world." They will appear throughout the tournament,often travelling together,greeting fans,and offering photo opportunities.Local Host City social media accounts are recommended for updates on their appearances. Each mascot has a special personality.Maple,an artistic goalkeeper,loves music and street style, drawing strength from creativity.Zayu,a jungle-born striker,embodies Mexican pride through dance, food,and tradition,using swiftness to dominate on the pitch.Clutch,a fearless bald eagle midfielder, inspires teamwork and optimism,turning challenges into chances to rise.Mascot-themed products and official cloting will be available at FIFA Fan Festival sites and online at FIFAStore.com. 21.What is special about the FIFA World Cup 2026TM according to the text? A.It will not hold any Fan Festival events. B.It will be held in two different countries. 2 C.It will last longer than any previous World Cup. D.It will have 48 teams competing for the first time. 22.Which mascot is described as a goalkeeper with a love for music and art? A.The jaguar B.Zayu C.The eagle D.Maple 23.Where would you most likely find this passage? A.A historical record of World Cup winners. B.A textbook about North American wildlife C.The official FIFA website or social media page. D.The sports journal analyzing athlete performance. B Chinese educator Zhang Guimei,born in 1957,has devoted her life to advancing girls'education in China.After graduating from Lijiang Teachers College in 1990,she began her career as a middle-school teacher.In 1995,she moved to Huaping,a remote and impoverished county in Yunnan, where she met challenges that would shape her mission. In Huaping,Zhang discovered that poverty and traditional beliefs led many parents to ignore their daughters'education.As a result,many girls dropped out of school early and were married off at a young age.Zhang,deeply affected by this situation,believed that an educated mother would never allow her children to abandon school.She once said,As long as I have breath in me,I will keep teaching in the classroom with all my heart,giving everything I have."With this strong faith,Zhang decided in 2002 to build a free public high school for girls-a bold idea that many at the beginning considered as impossible. Despite the doubt,Zhang carried on.With support from the local government and donations from individuals,she founded Huaping High School for Girls in 2008.Determined to prevent dropouts )Zhang made it a personal mission to visit the homes of her students,sometimes traveling for hours into the mountains.Her tireless efforts have allowed approximately 2,000 girls from poor families to pursue higher education,completely changing their futures. "If girls from these remote areas want to leave,we just offer them a hand to help them fly and see the wider world,"Zhang said in an interview with China Global Television Network. Beyond offering educational opportunities,Zhang has fostered a sense of self-worth and confidence in her students.In the fall of 2020,she surprised all 468 students by treating them to the best milk tea in the area,saying,"I hope that one day,these girls can walk down the street and drink whatever they want.” Her spirit is reflected in the school's motto(校训)：“I was built to be a mountain,.not a creek(小 ).Zhang's devotion and vision have not only given girls an education but also left a lasting impact on the lives of thousands of girls. 24.What caused Zhang Guimei to found a free public high school for girls in Huaping? A.To become a famous educator in China. B.To give everything she has to teaching with all her heart. C.To promote traditional beliefs among the girls. D.To help girls escape early marriage and receive education. 25.What is the possible effect of Zhang's home visits to students'families? A.Poor families are greatly improved. B.Mountain roads are quickly repaired. C.Dropout rates are directly reduced. D.School donations are slowly increased. 26.Why did Zhang treat her students to the best milk tea in the fall of 2020? A.To reward them for good grades. B.To encourage them to aim higher in life. C.To surprise them with something special.D.To inspire them to support local businesses. 3 27.How does the school's motto,"I was built to be a mountain,not a creek,"reflect Zhang's hopes for her students? A.Cherish mountain views. B.Serve the local mountains. C.Be strong and independent. D.Beat examination hardships. C ChatGPT markets itself as a productivity booster for workers,yet a striking gender gap in its use has emerged.Two recent studies prove women are 16 to 20 percentage points less likely to adopt the AI tool than men,even when holding the same jobs or study ing the same majors. The first survey covered 100,000 Danish workers across 11 professions in which the technology could save workers'time,including journalism,software-developing and teaching.Researchers found out that surprisingly,in all fields,female employees fell behind male ones in AI use.Half of male teachers used ChatGPT at work,compared with only one-third of female teachers.Among developers, nearly two-thirds of men turned to the tool,while fewer than half of women did.The gap shrank only slightly,to 16 percentage points,when directly comparing people in the same firms working on similar tasks.Researchers concluded women's lack of confidence may be in part to blame:female non-users were far more likely to claim they needed professional training before using AI. Another study focused on university students.Among business undergraduates,women were 18 percentage points less likely to use ChatGPT frequently.The gap mainly existed among mid and top-performing female students,while low achievers showed little gender difference.Further interviews revealed top female students set strict limits on themselves.Driven by a "good girl"mindset,they refused shortcuts,believing they must finish assignments independently.If professors clearly permitted AI,however,they would gladly use it.Worse still,the restriction harms women's future career prospects().Nonetheless,a follow-up survey of 1,143 recruiters showed outstanding women with AI skills gained an 8%employment upper hand,which is unavailable to men. Experts hold mixed attitudes toward this tendency.Tera Allas from McKinsey fears AI products will be tailored to male users,pushing women out long-term.But Danielle Li from MIT stays optimistic.She pointed out that women later dominated online activity after the male-dominated early internet.Besides, heavy AI use does not guarantee better work performance,and top female students may simply avoid digital distractions. 28.What does the underlined word"shrank"in Paragraph 2 mean? A.Disappeared B.Narrowed C.Widened D.Soared 29.What can we infer about high-scoring female business students? A.Their grades fall greatly after using ChatGPT. B.They hate AI because it breaks fair study rules. C.They seldom finish homework without online tools. D.They dropped the limitation if teachers agree on AI. 30.According to the interviewers'survey,what advantage do top women with AI skills have? A.Free AI training courses B.An 8%benefit in job hunting C.Permission to use AI shortcuts D.The same salary as male workers 31.Which of the following is the best title for the text? A.A New Gender Gap in AI Adoption B.Ways to Encourage Women to Learn AI C.Experts'Ideas About Future AI Products D.Studies on Students'Daily Use of ChatGPT D For the first time since the Apollo days,humans are preparing not just to visit the Moon,but to live and work there for weeks,months,and even years.The US Artemis program aims to set up a base on the Moon's surface.Rather than just leaving "flags and footprints"as the Apollo mission did,NASA wants to establish a long-term human presence on the Moon,beginning at the lunar South Pole. The program unfolds in stages.In 2022,Artemis I mission successfully tested the Space Launch 4 System rocket and Orion spacecraft on an unmanned mission around the Moon.On April 1,2026,NASA launched Artemis II,a ten-day mission carrying four astronauts around the Moon to verify that life-support systems,temperature protection and deep-space operations function safely with humans onboard.Before astronauts can live on the Moon,the journey there must be proven dependable. NASA plans to spend $20 billion on a lunar surface base to support longer and longer stays.This is designed to teach us how to operate lastingly beyond Earth-knowledge that will finally feed forward to future Mars missions. Living on the Moon will challenge every organ system in the human body.Unlike astronauts in low-Earth orbit,astronauts on the Moon work largely outside Earth's protection.This increases exposure (暴露)to space radiation(辐射)，which can harm DNA,weaken the body's defense system,and affect the brain and the heart.Currently,there are some measures to reduce radiation,such as using lunar soil as cover,early warning systems for solar storms,and operational strategies that limit exposure during high-risk periods.Personalized eating strategies and exercise are also important during long lunar missions. Spending longer time on the Moon will be amazing.If we can learn how to keep humans healthy and productive on the lunar surface,we take a decisive step toward becoming a truly spaceflight species. Artemis shows that exploration is no longer about brief heroics.It is about adaptability and understanding ourselves as deeply as the worlds we seek to explore.In learning how to live on the Moon, we may leam as much about life on Earth as we do about our future beyond it. 32.What's the main idea of the first paragraph? A.Humans will return to the Moon soon. B.The Apollo program was very successful. C.NASA plans to build a long-term Moon base. D.Astronauts will work at the Moon's South Pole. 33.What does the underlined word"verify"in paragraph 2 probably mean? A.Permit. B.Confirm. C.Recover. D.Bet. 34.Why does the author mention low-Earth orbit in paragraph 4? A.To stress the value of exercising during space missions. B.To show the radiation harm to astronauts on the Moon. C.To present the various methods of protecting astronauts D.To prove the low-Earth orbit mission is more dangerous. 35.What is the author's attitude toward exploring living on the Moon? A.Hopeful. B.Doubtful. C.Uncaring D.Worried. 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。 Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture(自治州)，which is the largest ethnic Yi minority area in China,is located at the border between Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.The beautiful scenery and diverse ethnic customs have brought significant resources to the tourism industry in the region. 36 Butuo County,in the inland area of Daliang Mountains,is its birthplace. This festival is the Yi people's most significant traditional festival.37 Though there are different stories about the origins of the festival,it is mainly related to the natural respect for fire.Fire is the symbol of the Yi people's pursuit of light,and it is believed to have the ability to drive away insects and pests and to protect the growth of crops. 38 The next day,people sing praises to the god of fire with many traditional activities, including wrestling,bullfighting,and horse racing.The atmosphere of the festival reaches its highest on the last day.Dry pine sticks are used to make the main torch which is set at the center of the village,and villagers will set up a small torch in front of each house.The entire village is lit up at night.People hold small torches and march in groups on the edge of the village,mountains,and ridges,and gather around the fire.39 On May 20,2006,the folk custom was listed by the State Council as among China's first national intangible cultural heritage items.40 The festival that inherits the Yi culture has brought great opportunities to the development of the local communities. A.It is now among the top tourist attractions of the region. B.Accompanied by the Yi songs,people dance around the fire C.After years of hard work,it has changed beyond recognition. D.On the first day,people offer animals to greet the god of fire. E.It falls from the 24th to the 27th of the sixth lunar month every year F.Among these,the Yi Torch Festival is particularly attractive for tourists. G.The people of the Yi ethnic group are China's sixth-largest ethnic minority. 第三部分语言运用（共三节，满分30分） 第一节完形填空（共15个小题：每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选 项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（原创) Getting caught in a flood is no one's idea of a lucky day.Unless you're Justin and Jessica Walker. It was August 2004.Jessica,then a Virginia Commonwealth University student,was waiting outside the campus gym,her ride home 41 to be seen.Justin walked out and offered a 42 from the increasing downpour caused by a tropical storm.Jessica recognized him from orientation()a few days before.She 43,though she wondered if he was hitting on(l)her.However,Justin, new to Richmond,made a wrong 44 onto Main Street,landing the two in nose-to-tail traffic jammed by rising floodwaters. Just when they thought their luck couldn't get worse,a wave swept over Justin's car,flooding the engine.Suddenly,the water was up to their 45 and rising quickly.Feeling scared,Jessica began to panic.Justin knew it was time to move,he grabbed her door 46 and in one swift motion opened it,47 her out of the car. Battling rushing water,the two eventually 48 to the steps of a nearby train station.Inside, they spent hours helping other trapped people to safety.Soaked()and 49 in wet clothes, sharing a mere half-sandwich and a beer,their bond 50 unexpectedly. "I'm one of those people who needs a 51,and I thought,if God isn't giving me one right now, I'm a fool,"Jessica said.She knew then he was the man she would marry. If Justin hadn't made that wrong turn,they likely would have 52 the flood and never spoken again.Instead,four years later,they were married."I53 a car but gained a wife,"Justin said. Their story reminds us that even in the most 54 circumstances,something beautiful can 55.Amoment of crisis can be the turning point of a lifelong love. 41.A.somehow B.anyway C.nowhere D.somewhat 42.A.ride B.shelter C.chance D.boot 43.A.refused B.doubted C.admitted D.accepted 44.A.operation B.mission C.turn D.move 45.A.cheeks B.tissues C.muscles D.laps 46.A.handle B.seat C.window D.key 47.A.calling B.pushing C.leading D.spilling 48.A.tripped over B.carried on C.bit it D.made it 49.A.trembling B.sleeping C.rested D.settled 50.A.weakened B.deepened C.widened D.sharpened 51.A.signal B.sign C.symbol D.sight 52.A.faced B.survived C.escaped D.floated 53.A.found B.lost C.sold D.bought 54.A.frightening B.disappointing C.flexible D.passive 55.A.leap B.disappear C.exist D.occur 6 第二节单项选择（共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分） 从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 56.The local government built more green parks and fitness facilities in residential areas,residents to enjoy leisure activities close to their homes. A.permitting B.to permit C.permitted D.having permitted 57.There are numerous items_ so you can choose what you like most. A.choosing B.choose from C.to choose D.to choose from 58.The research team was the first one a significant breakthrough in this field, all their energy to the project for years. A.to achieve;having devoted B.achieving;to devote C.achieved;devoting D.to achieve;devoting 59.Recent research shows that as many as 25%of employees face work-related stress at some point in their careers,with frontline workers more than office staff. A.affecting B.being affected C.affected D.having been affected 60.--Why didn't you ask him for help?--I meant but he was busy at that moment. A.asking B.to asking C.ask D.to 第三节单词填空（共10小题：每小题1分，满分10分) 根据所给中文意思或单词，在空白处填入必修三Unit2、Umit3和Unt4所学单词的正确形式（每 空不超过三个单词)。 61. _(determine)to make a difference to the local polluted river,a group of volunteers organize regular clean-up activities and call on citizens to protect the waters. 62.If the manager ignores every customer's _(投诉)，the shop will gradually lose its reputation and regular buyers. 63.The sudden loss of his part-time job was a blessing in (假扮)，pushing him to focus fully on his studies and finally win a full scholarship. 64.She was stuck in a painful (困境)，not knowing if she should follow her parents'advice or stick to her own dream of art. 65.The library provides a wide (select)of books covering history,literature and science. 66.If you want to apply for a passport,you need to prepare all required documents and go through complicated_(步骡)at the local embassy. 67.For decades,scientists _(seek)effective cures for this disease that threatens people's heath greatly,but in vain 68.The players _(energy)ran and passed the ball throughout the match,never quitting even when they fell behind in score. 69.In response to the natural disaster,the government has promised to provide (财政的) support to small businesses affected by the crisis. 70.Before astronauts carry out space walks,workers must test the (sufficient)of oxygen stored in their spacesuits. 第四部分写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节应用文写作（满分15分） 71.假定你是李华，你校外教Jack计划在学校策划一场“多元文化周Diverse Culture Week)”活动， 现向全校征集活动方案，请你写一封邮件告知你的提议。内容包括： (1)特色的活动： (2)活动的意义： 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 Jack Yours heartfeltly Li Hua 第二节读后续写（满分25分） 72.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。 My brother Matthew had always expected to have a little brother.When I was born,he was disappointed to have a sister.To him,I was an annoyance,small,weak,and coward (and he often found comfort in teasing me.As a little girl,I often wondered if Matthew and I would have real bond like other brother and sister,caring and helping each other. It was not until he went to university that he unexpectedly invited me to visit him on his campus for the first time.In his room,he handed me a drink,telling me his struggle for making new friends and how tough he was to study Maths.From that day on,we talked more and our bond seemed to get changed. One Thanksgiving,I was criticized by dad and didn't want to attend the family dinner.Matthew stayed with me and we had dinner together-just the two of us.My big brother,once a man I felt distant from,became the person who accompanied me when I was in low spirits. In the first summer vacation of my university,Matthew suggested taking me to make an off-road driving on 85,000 acres of desert in California.We learned some first aid methods and survival tips, knowing how to deal with minor injuries and send out a signal for help on a remote desert.After we got everything prepared,our adventure journey started and we enjoyed ourselves on the way.Unfortunately, on a windy afternoon our car overturned. "Are you okay?"My brother asked from the driver's seat in a weak voice.We were hanging upside down,trapped by our seat belts and covered in sand.I felt some blood flowing to my hand,my heart pounding violently,extremely scared. Looking towards him,I found Matthew badly injured,his arm bleeding and stuck in the seat. There was a hint of fear lingering in his eyes,something I had rarely seen in my big brother.The man I'd seen as strong was now human,fragile(脆弱的). It was ny turn to give him help. Hours later;the rescue team found us. 南昌二中2025-2026学年度下学期高一英语期末考试 参考答案 听力 1-5 ACABA 6-10 CBCBA 11-15 BACCB 16-20 ACABA 阅读 DDC DCBC BDBA CBBA FEDBA 完型填空 CADCD ABDAB BCBAD 单选 ADACD 填词 61. Determined 62. complaint/complaints 63. disguise 64. dilemma 65. selection 66. procedures/procedure 67.have sought 68.energetically 69. financial 70.sufficiency 作文 Dear Jack Hope this email finds you in high spirits. Having heard of your plan to organize a Multicultural Week in the campus, I am genuinely delighted to offer my suggestions. To begin with, I propose a “Global Village Fair” as the centerpiece of the event, where each class represents a different country. Students can decorate their booths with national flags, traditional costumes, and handmade crafts, while offering iconic snacks—such as sushi from Japan, tacos from Mexico or even fortune cookies. To make it more interactive, we could arrange cultural workshops, like Chinese calligraphy lessons or Spanish flamenco dance sessions, permitting participants to learn through hands-on experience. At the heart of the Multicultural Week is moving beyond stereotypes and understand the values and histories that shape different communities. I am confident that with your passion and our collective efforts, this approaching week will be an unforgettable journey around the world—without ever leaving our campus. Yours heartfeltly Li Hua 续写 It was my turn to give him help. Despite my racing heart, I forced myself to take a deep breath, struggling with my trembling hands and trying to compose myself. “Look at me, Matthew. We’re siblings, and I will always be with you.” I blurted out. Slowly but surely, we managed to free ourselves from the seat belts and crawled out of the car inch by inch. With clumsy yet determined fingers, I grabbed a clean piece of cloth, pressed it firmly against his bleeding arm, and did my best to wrap the wound with what little first-aid knowledge I had. Shortly afterwards, when searching the trunk, I found a colourful rope and upon me dawned an idea to make a large SOS sign in the sand in the hope to be found soon. Hours later, the rescue team found us. They praised us for our self rescue awareness, adding that they were on duty when they caught sight of our sign in the distance. Only then did I realize that it was my deep care for my brother that had fueled my courage and kept my mind clear in those terrifying moments. “It’s ugly but I love it. Thank you, my dear sister”, staring at the bandage on his arm, Matthew murmured, managing a faint but proud smile. With the assistance of the rescue team, we returned home safe and almost sound. That night, sitting quietly in my room, I came to the realization that true sibling love is not written in grand gestures, but woven into the small, ordinary moments—of staying together, looking after each other, and never letting go when it matters most. 听力原文 1. 【原文】M: Excuse me, I just arrived on the flight from Melbourne, and my suitcase is missing. W: We’re very sorry, sir. Could you put down your information in this form? We’ll do everything we can to find your suitcase. M: Okay. 2. 【原文】M: Have you talked over your future plan with your parents, Sarah? W: Well, my parents would like me to do my master’s after graduation. But I’m thinking of volunteering as a social worker for a year. M: Good for you. 3. 【原文】W: We really need to move, Steve. So many cars go by every day and no sun comes through the windows. M: Yeah, this house is kind of old. What do you have in mind? W: Maybe we should have a look in the suburbs. 4. 【原文】M: Do you often ski here? W: No, this is my first time. M: So, how do you like it so far? W: The snow is brilliant. It would be better if there were fewer people. 5. 【原文】W: Now we’ve crossed the Stone Bridge, turn right again. Look! Here’s the Art Center. The Grand Theatre is two blocks away. M: Nearly there. We won’t be late then. 6. 【原文】M: Miss, I’ll need to see your driver’s license. W: Was I doing something wrong? M: You’re driving in a school zone around the time school lets out. The speed limit is 15 miles an hour, and you were going 35. W: But it’s only 2:10 pm. The students aren’t dismissed until 3:30. M: Today is Wednesday. Students are dismissed an hour and a half earlier on Wednesdays. W: Oh, no, you’re right. I just forgot that. 7. 【原文】M: Hi, Grace. Haven’t seen you for some time! W: Oh, Kevin. Nice to see you. Are you also here for dinner? M: Yes. My cousin Fiona is in town, and this is her favorite steakhouse. You met her last year, right? W: Yes, at Jennifer’s wedding. M: Right. Look, are you here alone? Would you like to join us? W: That’s very nice of you, but I’m meeting David and some other friends for dinner. You remember David from Class Two? M: Of course. He was the captain of our school’s basketball team. I haven’t seen him since graduation. W: He worked abroad for 3 years and has just come back. M: Well, I’ll go and say a quick hello. We definitely should get together sometime and have a drink. 8.【原文】W: There’s nothing decent to watch these days on TV. M: Nothing decent? There’s tons of stuff. W: They’ve cut down on the number of news programs, and the number of documentaries. All have been replaced by these stupid reality shows and game shows, you know. M: Well, they often make me laugh. People want to watch that kind of thing. It’s good, you know. As long as there’s a balance, there’s a bit of this, a bit of that. W: Should we be giving people what they want to watch? Or should we be, you know, trying to educate them? M: Well, TV is there for entertainment. If you want an education, you go to university or college or something, don’t you? W: No. I really don’t think so. 9.【原文】W: Welcome to Education Update. This is Cathy. We have Robert Hall from Mountainside High School with us today. Hello, Mr. Hall. Could you tell us about the service program in your school? M: Okay. It goes like this. On certain days each month, adults from the neighborhood sit in class with the students and see what’s going on in the school. W: That’s interesting. What else can they do? M: They can also take adult courses in the evenings for both fun and serious learning. W: What about the students? What can they do in the program? M: Well, they can change places with adults and go working on a farm or in a factory or taking care of the housework. W: Good. This helps them better understand the lives of their parents and know more about their neighborhood. M: Yes. Students have a chance to work in hospitals, nursing homes, libraries, and even in government offices. W: So the school is not only part of the student’s lives, but also part of the neighborhood. M: That’s exactly what our service program is for. W: Great. Thank you, Mr. Hall. 10.【原文】M: Good evening. Tonight, I’ll continue to share how we can use art to spread the word about the changing climate. In our day-to-day lives, climate change can be hard to see, but some places will feel the changes sooner than others. The city I live in is very flat and close to the waterline. And rising sea levels are already creating floods. So I decided to do something to make it impossible to ignore. I started an art project called Underwater Homeowners Association and painted numbers onto thousands of large signs. Each number showed how high someone’s house was above sea level. A one would mean that if the sea level rose one foot, the building would flood. I gave the signs to homeowners who put them in their yards. Kids painted more signs and put them near their schools and along busy roads. The project has already had a real-world effect. The people who put the signs in their yards created a real homeowners association to address climate change in their communities. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $