河南萍乡市2025-2026学年度第二学期期末考试高二英语试卷

萍乡市2025 — 2026学年度第二学期期末考试 高二英语试卷 （考试时间：120分钟，试卷满分：150分） 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。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What does the woman ask Albert to do? A. Brush his teeth. B. Write a letter. C. Wash his clothes. 2. When will Leo and Sarah get married? A. In June. B. In August. C. In July. 3. Why does the man come to the woman? A. To start his new work. B. To say goodbye to her. C. To invite her to Toronto. 4. Which transportation did the man originally plan to use? A. The taxi. B. The bike. C. The subway. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. A science exhibition. B. Their weekend schedule. C. Advances in technology. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 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，每小题将都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听下面的录音，回答第6至第7小题。 6. What does Mike decide to do in the new year? A. Limit phone use. B. Quit social media. C. Take more exercise. 7. What may happen to people who are addicted to their phones? A. They suffer from poor eyesight. B. They find it hard to go hiking. C. They have trouble falling asleep. 听下面的录音，回答第8至第10小题。 8. Why does the man make the call? A. To reserve a table. B. To ask about a party. C. To put off a meeting. 9. What time should the man arrive? A. At 5:30. B. At 8:00. C. At 6:00. 10. What is the man’s name? A. Brown. B. Anderson. C. Howard. 听下面的录音，回答第 11 至第 13 小题。 11. How long did Ashlee stay in Thailand? A. About two months. B. About a month. C. About half a month. 12. What impressed Ashlee’s husband most in Phuket? A. Going deep-sea fishing. B. Making classic dishes. C. Trying surfing out. 13. Which of the following does the man like best? A. Bananas. B. Star fruits. C. Dragon fruits. 听下面的录音，回答第 14 至第 16 小题。 14. What experience has the woman had? A. She engaged in much community work. B. She’s been class monitor for two years. C. She served the students union last year. 15. How does the woman describe herself? A. Creative. B. Responsible. C. Communicative. 16. Who does the man think is the woman’s main competitor? A. Mark. B. John. C. Lisa. 听下面的录音，回答第 17 至第 20 小题。 17. What did Jana Johnson do in 2006? A. She gained admission to Moorpark College. B. She discovered several rare butterflies. C. She took charge of a butterfly project. 18. What affected the population of the blue butterflies? A. Too much rain. B. Smaller habitat. C. New natural enemies. 19. Why are blue butterflies important according to Cris Sarabia? A. They provide food for humans. B. They are able to restore the land. C. They are part of the life cycle. 20. How does the speaker feel about the butterfly project in the end? A. It’s surprising. B. It’s promising. C. It’s concerning. 第二部分 阅读理解（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 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A The Best Travelling Places in 2026 National Geographic’s annual Best of the World feature enjoys worldwide recognition. Here are some of its selected must-visit destinations for 2026. Beijing, China Beijing in 2026 offers travelers fresh ways to explore its rich ancient cultural charm as a capital. The Beijing Central Axis (中轴线) is a recent addition to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. At the Ming Tombs, all 13 complexes are gradually opening, including Emperor Chongzhen’s tomb. The Great Wall has emerged as the new star of Beijing’s nighttime economy. Visa-free entry is available for travelers from 47 countries for 30 days. Foreign credit cards are accepted on the subway, and apps offer English services for smoother exploration. The Dolomites, Italy All eyes will be on Italy for the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics. Most events will be held in the Dolomites, which are known for their sculpture-shaped mountains — giant rocks, serrated (锯齿状的) mountain ridges, and sharp peaks. The legendary Alpine range sights from the lifts are breathtaking. Medieval villages and Ladin communities have preserved ancient customs for centuries. At award-winning restaurants, each dish combines innovation with local flavors. Khiva, Uzbekistan Khiva, an open-air-museum city with various festivals and events, gains popularity in 2026 with new high-speed trains from Tashkent, saving half the travel time. Visitors can explore the UNESCO World Heritage Itchan Kala, featuring restored geometric monuments and wooden palaces. The Silk Road-themed Arda Khiva Resort appeals to families with attractions for all ages, from a lively water park to a theater providing live shows. These spots selected by editors, photographers, and adventurers for the perfect combination of historical depth and contemporary charm will inspire your next journey. 21. What is the Dolomites famous for? A. The characteristic local restaurants. B. The splendid and distinctive mountains. C. The advanced venues for sports events. D. Medieval villages and Ladin communities. 22. Which scenic spot is the most attractive for family tourists? A. Itchan Kala. B. Beijing China. C. The Dolomites Italy. D. Arda Khiva Resort. 23. What do these three destinations have in common? A. They mix tradition and modernity. B. They belong to less visited spots. C. They own convenient transportation. D. They have unique natural scenery. B In 2011, I left Melbourne and took a job as an electricity meter (电表) reader in the countryside. The offer came from an old friend, who knew I’d done casual outdoor work before, and the company was desperate — the previous worker had only lasted a month. If the company was desperate to fill the position, I was just as desperate to take it. For four years, I’d been struggling to write a novel for my postgraduate degree, but I’d failed completely. The experience left me emotionally exhausted. I wanted to run as far as possible from the literary world. I longed for fresh air, physical movement, and most of all, I wanted to rid myself of the desire to write forever. The job seemed simple — I carried a handheld device, went from property to property, and recorded the numbers. But the job was full of unexpected risks. The company’s system had warning codes (风险提示) for every address: Aggressive Customer, Bees in Meter Box, Dog in Yard. Some codes were years out of date, so I never knew what I’d find behind a gate. I was bitten by dogs, but I also made friends with many more. Once, I returned to my truck to find a bulldog sitting comfortably in the passenger seat, ready for an adventure. Another time, a horse suddenly charged at me while I was reading a meter. I jumped and escaped over a fence just in time, only to hear the owner laugh: “He just wanted to say hello!” My old truck also got stuck in muddy roads more than once, but kind strangers always stopped to help. During this year, something unexpected was happening. I started pulling over between houses to write down story ideas in my notebook. I wrote short stories during lunch breaks. Soon, I was waking up an hour earlier every morning just to write, before putting on my work boots and heading out. That year changed my life. The stunning countryside healed my broken spirit. Most importantly, I realized that I could never truly escape writing. It was part of who I was. That job didn’t take me away from writing — it brought me back to it. 24. Why did the author decide to take the meter-reading job? A. His old friend offered him the job. B. He wanted to escape his painful failure in writing. C. He needed money to continue his postgraduate study. D. He wanted to experience a different life in the countryside. 25. What happened to the author during his work? A. He was often attacked by aggressive customers. B. He was injured by a horse while reading a meter. C. He often received help from local strangers. D. A bulldog stole his notebook with story ideas. 26. What can we infer from Paragraph 5? A. The author’s passion for writing returned little by little. B. The author gave up his job to focus on writing full-time. C. The author collected many stories from local residents. D. The author’s writing skills improved greatly during the year. 27. What lesson did the author learn from his experience? A. Hard work pays off. B. Practice makes perfect. C. Failure is the mother of success. D. What’s in your heart will find its way out. C We are often troubled by a feeling that the digital world has gradually robbed our sincere social connections of certain deep and unique qualities. Recent official surveys indicate that around 80% of young people admit longing for a peaceful world free from the increasing presence of social media, yet few actually intend to refuse the steady advancement of society. Long before the internet gained widespread popularity, what they deeply treasure is the kind of true, natural and face-to-face communication that naturally developed warm and lasting friendships. Before social media took over everyday life, people tended to behave in a more sincere and individualistic manner. Nowadays, however, digital platforms have greatly sped up the spread of new trends, resulting in a striking uniformity among the public: we blindly buy the similar popular products, follow temporary fashions without reflection, act in increasingly predictable ways, and rely on fixed emojis to convey our deepest feelings. Even acts or personal thoughts that originally appear individual soon become online hits, gradually weakening people’s real personality and unique sense of identity. Perhaps the most severe issue is that social media has transformed precious friendship into a tool for online self-promotion. Moments of happiness and connection with friends are no longer simply sweet, private memories. Instead, they are often reduced to carefully staged posts and pictures designed to attract more likes and followers. We focus so fiercely on establishing a perfect but fake online image that we ignore the effort required to preserve true friendship, thereby turning close ties into shallow, performative interactions. Nostalgia (怀旧) for the past alone cannot solve this problem. While giving up the internet entirely is unrealistic in modern society, choosing a careful and balanced approach to digital consumption is important. We must devote more time to meaningful offline interactions, place greater value on heartfelt face-to-face conversations, and actively recover the warmth and truthfulness that make friendship truly valuable. 28. What do most young people feel about social media in paragraph 1? A. They are unaware of its negative impacts. B. They dislike it but feel forced to accept it. C. They accept its role in spreading new trends. D. They consider it essential for close friendships. 29. What does the underlined word “uniformity” probably mean? A. Sameness. B. Uniqueness. C. Popularity. D. Individuality. 30. What is necessary to keep true friendship in the digital age? A. Keeping private memories secret. B. Focusing on one’s online image. C. Avoiding digital platforms completely. D. Making efforts beyond online self-promotion. 31. What’s the best title of the text? A. Social Media Ruins Human Connections B. Social Issues Can not be Solved by Nostalgia C. Likes and Followers Can Define Friendship D. Real Communication Should be Valued in Digital Age D Chinese, Australian and US researchers have revealed more about the extinction of the Gigantopithecus blacki great ape in their latest joint study published in Nature. The study found that Gigantopithecus blacki became extinct between 295,000 and 215,000 years ago due to being unable to adapt its food preferences and behavior, as well as being vulnerable to the changing climate. With a height of about three meters and weight of about 250 kilograms, Gigantopithecus blacki is the largest primate that has ever existed on the Earth. It once wandered the plains of southern China and became extinct before humans arrived in the region, leaving around 2,000 fossilized teeth and four jawbones as the only signs of their existence. Scientists have long regarded its extinction as a mystery in paleontology (古生物学). After more than 10 years of research and a large-scale evidence collecting project on 22 cave sites across South China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, researchers figured out the cause of its extinction. Six different dating techniques were applied to analyze the cave sediments and fossils. Luminescence dating was the primary technique, supported by uranium series and electron-spin resonance dating of the Gigantopithecus blacki teeth. By direct-dating the fossil remains, scientists provided a reliable timeline for the extinction of the species. The findings show its extinction time is much earlier than previously assumed. Before 700,000 years ago, Gigantopithecus blacki flourished in rich and diverse forest environments. However, 700,000 to 600,000 years ago, increased seasonal variations in the forest led to environmental diversification and changes in forest community structure. Orangutans, a close relative of Gigantopithecus blacki, adapted in size, behavior and habitat preferences as conditions changed. However, Gigantopithecus blacki had to rely on less nutritious food when its favorite food was unavailable. Meanwhile, its body grew larger and heavier, and its feeding geographical range was greatly reduced. Its population faced long-term survival pressure, shrank continuously and finally died out. “It was Gigantopithecus blacki’s stubbornness and conservatism that led to its demise.” Zhang, a Chinese paleontologist and co-lead author of the study noted. 32. What is the main cause of the extinction of Gigantopithecus blacki according to the study? A. Overhunting by humans. B. Insufficient livable habitats. C. A severe lack of adaptive capacity. D. Competition with other primate species. 33. How did the researchers determine the age of Gigantopithecus blacki fossils? A. By analyzing the size and weight of the fossils. B. Through observing environmental diversification. C. By studying the geographical range of Gigantopithecus blacki. D. Through various dating techniques to analyze cave sediments and fossils. 34. Why does the author mention Orangutans in paragraph 4? A. To show orangutans are more closely related to humans. B. To prove orangutans have a longer history of existence. C. To contrast the Gigantopithecus blacki’s failure to adapt to changes. D. To explain the competition between the two different primates. 35. What do we know about the Gigantopithecus blacki from the passage? A. The cause of its extinction was found quite easily. B. Its extinction time is earlier than people once believed. C. Humans arrived in South China before it became extinct. D. Its large body size helped it survive environmental pressure. 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 At its most basic level, laughter affects our physical body. It enables us to take in more oxygenated air and stimulate our lungs. 36 This leads to several benefits. Increases heart health As we laugh at funny events, our cardiac (心脏的) health improves. Laughter provides this benefit by increasing our heart rate and lowering our blood pressure. 37 One study found that people who rarely or never laughed were 1.21 times more likely to have heart disease than those who laughed daily. This helps strengthen the benefits of humour on heart health. Reduces physical pain Let’s say we have a severe headache but are watching an extremely funny show. As we watch and laugh, we may become at least somewhat distracted from the headache and discomfort. 38 Established mechanisms are operating internally to enhance our ability to resist pain. Naturally occurring hormones called endorphins, for example, get to work. Because we’re laughing up a storm, our body produces these natural painkillers. 39 Laughing offers another physical benefit — it can help us sleep better. In one small-scale study, residents at a long-term care hospital engaged in 40-minute laughter therapy sessions twice a week for four weeks. Their sleep quality improved during this time, as did their feelings of depression. Combining laughter with yoga, called laughing yoga, has also been found to improve sleep quality and help us fall asleep faster. This form of yoga involves movements that make us want to laugh. Boosts immunity Overall, extensive laughter supports the immune system, which makes us more resistant to disease. By laughing, we increase antibody-producing cells and enhance the effectiveness of T cells in our body. 40 Physicians and mental health professionals can use laughter to help patients achieve positive health outcomes. A. Improves sleep. B. Improves social communication. C. Laughter helps reduce daily stress. D. This is much like how our body responds to exercise. E. These tiny things act like a defense army to fight illness. F. But the distraction alone isn’t what reduces our pain perception. G. Moments of loud laughter also relieve tension in our muscles. 第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（共15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、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 If you walk around the Rahway Path in the South Mountain Reservation, you might spot more than leaves, trees and squirrels. Fairies (精灵) might live among the leaves. Small 41 are hidden in the tree trunks and branches — a surprisingly sweet sight in an otherwise normal-looking forest. These cottages were not built by 42 fairies, but by volunteers. The idea came from a woman named Therese Ojibway, who wanted her son with autism (自闭症) to have a safe space to 43 in nature 10 years ago. “So, she found this Rahway Path, now known as the Fairy Path, and started 44 fairy homes here and there, so that the son had something to look for and over time she 45 filling it up even more,” said Julie Gould, one of the Path Keepers. Ojibway and her son moved out of the area a few years ago, but their fairy path 46 . Gould and Kelly, officially asked to become the “Makers and Keepers” of the Path, 47 to build little wooden homes for the fairies with volunteers. Kids visiting the Fairy Path can spend hours 48 the nearly 100 tiny homes, but 49 , they might not see fairies. “We don’t always see them since they’re shy, but really you should see when they ride on the backs of the squirrels. So for us to be able to provide 50 for them is just wonderful.” Kelly explained to the kids. Even so, kids 51 to find the fairies — and sometimes they’re convinced they have. If they don’t, it is 52 a day well spent out in nature. “This is really about a magical feeling when you come here. It touches your hearts, and it gives you a sense of imagination, 53 and creativity,” Gould said. “That’s how we get paid. We get paid when we get to 54 with the children, who come here and it makes their day. This is just a 55 place for them.” 41. A. leaves B. cottages C. squirrels D. kids 42. A. imaginary B. intelligent C. primitive D. tiny 43. A. share B. search C. occupy D. explore 44. A. renting B. leaving C. purchasing D. decorating 45. A. admitted B. avoided C. risked D. kept 46. A. faded B. disappeared C. remained D. narrowed 47. A. continued B. struggled C. intended D. happened 48. A. breaking into B. tearing down C. searching for D. setting up 49. A. unfortunately B. hopefully C. unexpectedly D. deliberately 50. A. food B. suggestions C. homes D. necessities 51. A. manage B. pretend C. hesitate D. attempt 52. A. hardly B. still C. likely D. ever 53. A. justice B. identity C. accomplishment D. wonder 54. A. negotiate B. reason C. interact D. compete 55. A. magical B. typical C. secret D. temporary 第二节 语法填空（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。 Major Heat, also known as Dashu, is the 12th of the 24 solar terms in the Chinese lunar calendar, 56 falls on July 22 every year. It is the last solar term of summer, 57 (mark) the peak of summer heat. Temperatures tend to be scorching hot during this period. The heat 58 (absorb) by the earth in the daytime is more than that radiated at night, and the heat accumulated day by day reaches its peak. That’s 59 ancient Chinese people named it “Major Heat”. To beat the heat, people have developed many customs. In Fujian, 60 (local) eat litchi and honey peaches, since the fruits can provide energy and relieve summer fatigue. In Guangdong, grass jelly, a cooling herbal dessert, is 61 (extreme) popular. During this solar term, abundant rainfall, together with sunshine, is beneficial 62 the growth of crops. 63 , natural disasters like floods and typhoons frequently strike, which causes great losses to farming. So farmers must arrange harvesting and planting in time. As the old saying goes, “A hot summer promises 64 good harvest.” Such wisdom 65 (pass) down from generation to generation. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分） 假定你是李华，你校在首届全国阅读周期间举办了系列读书活动。请你给美国朋友 Jason 写一封邮件介绍该活动，内容要点包括： 1．活动时间与内容； 2．你的感想。 注意：1．词数 80 左右；2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 第二节 读后续写（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。 My family had just moved to Maple Street. On our first day, my parents told my brother Leo and me to always be polite and honest to our neighbors. Next door lived Mr. Jenkins, a retired man who mostly kept to himself. His garden was the neatest on the street, filled with colorful flowers, especially roses that he took very good care of. In the middle of the garden, on a small stone seat sat a fine white ceramic (陶瓷的) bird. It looked old and was placed with great care. Last Saturday, while playing soccer with Leo in our backyard, I kicked the ball too hard. It flew over the wooden fence. We heard a sharp crack. Looking through the gaps, we saw the ball next to the stone seat. The white ceramic bird was in pieces. Leo cried, “Oh no! Mr. Jenkins!” Everyone knew Mr. Jenkins was a serious man who valued his quiet space. Just last month, a boy’s toy had landed in his yard, and Mr. Jenkins returned it, warning him “Please be more careful”, with no smile. Fear rushed through me. “Quick! Inside!” I whispered, pulling Leo away before we were seen. For two days, I avoided the backyard, feeling guilty each time I glanced toward Mr. Jenkins’s house. But yesterday evening, while taking out the trash, I saw him. He was on his knees by the seat, slowly gathering the broken pieces into a small box. He held one piece, a wing, for a long time before placing it inside. His shoulders drooped (下垂), and he looked more sad than angry. My heart sank as I realized how much that little bird must have meant to him. 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。 That night, guilt kept me awake. ________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ With money in hand, we entered the gift shop, determined to make things right. ________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 萍乡市2025 — 2026学年度第二学期期末考试 高二英语试卷参考答案与解析 听力： 1-5 ABBCA 6-10 ACABB 11-15 CACAB 16-20 ACBCB 阅读： 21-25 BDABC 26-30 ADBA D 31-35 DCDCB 46-40 GDFAE 完形填空： 41-45 BADBD 46-50 CACAC 51-55 DBDCA 语法填空： 56. which 57. marking 58. absorbed 59. why 60. locals 61. extremely 62. to 63. However 64. a 65. has been passed 应用文写作 One possible version: Dear Jason, Knowing you are an enthusiastic reader, I’m writing to tell you about various reading activities organized in our school for the first National Reading Week. The activities lasted for a week and included book sharing meetings and reading speeches. During the meetings, we shared favourite books and exchanged thoughts with classmates, which greatly deepened our understanding of reading. I gained remarkable benefits from the event. Not only did it broaden my horizons, but it also motivated me to stick to regular reading. It is reading that enriches my spare time and nourishes my mind. Looking forward to your reply. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 读后续写 One possible version: That night, guilt kept me awake. My parents’ words about honesty echoed in my mind, mixed with the sad sight of Mr. Jenkins. I kept imagining him picking up every broken piece of the bird by himself. Keeping the secret became a worse mistake than breaking it. I noticed Leo staring at Mr. Jenkins’s window silently, full of worry just like me. Fear faded away little by little, and we both realized admitting our fault was the only way to clear our heavy hearts. With money in hand, we entered the gift shop, determined to make things right. We looked around carefully and found a similar ceramic bird marked with the word “Hope”. It felt like a proper way to make up for the loss. Holding it tightly together, we walked toward his door, our hearts beating fast nervously. The moment he opened the door, we handed over the bird to show our regret and expressed our sincere apologies. He stared at the gift quietly for a while, and then his sad look turned gentle. A strong sense of relief washed over both of us completely. That day taught us that courage is about facing your mistakes and making them right. 听力录音材料 (Text 1) W: Albert, it’s time to go to bed. Brush your teeth and change your clothes. M: OK, I’ll do them as soon as I finish writing this letter to my teacher. (Text 2) M: Are Leo and Sarah getting married in June? W: No, they have rescheduled their wedding for late August. After the wedding, they’ll go on their honeymoon in Santorini, Greece. (Text 3) M: Jennifer, I will be working in our Vancouver branch from next Monday, so I’ll move there today. W: I will miss you, my friend. Take care of yourself. M: I will miss you too. It’s been great working with you here in Toronto. If you visit Vancouver, let me know. (Text 4) M: I’m sorry I’m late. I got stuck in traffic. W: What? I never know that taking the subway can involve traffic jams. M: Oh, I changed my mind and took a taxi. How did you come here? W: I rode my bike. (Text 5) W: Peter, have you heard about the science exhibition at the convention center this weekend? M: Yes, it has interactive exhibits about space exploration. W: Cool! Are there any displays about robots too? M: Sure. And there’s a section on future green energy technology. (Text 6) W: Happy New Year, Mike! M: Happy New Year! W: Have you made any resolutions? M: I’ve decided to limit my screen time. I’m spending 5 hours a day on social media, which is a total waste of time. W: Yeah, most people nowadays are practically addicted to their phones. Instead of going to the gym or hiking, we’re just sitting on the sofa. Which is linked to increased anxiety and poor sleep quality. W: So, how exactly will you track your usage? M: I’ve set an app timer. After one hour, my phone just locks itself. (Text 7) W: Hello, Brown’s Grill, how may I help you? M: Hi, I’d like to book a table for Saturday evening. W: OK, how many people are there in your party? M: There will be eight. W: And what time would you like to come? M: Let’s say at 6:00. W: I’m afraid we don’t have any tables available then. We could seat you at 5:30 or 8:00. M: Oh, 8:00 is better. W: Fine, may I have your name? M: Yes, it’s Anderson. W: Thank you, we’ll see you on Saturday. By the way, we’ve moved to Howard Street. M: Oh, yep, I know. Thanks. (Text 8) M: Hey, Ashley, when did you come back? How was your trip? W: Hello, Peter. I just got back last night. The trip was great. M: You went to Thailand, right? W: Yes, my husband and I spent about two weeks there. The days went by way too quickly. M: I feel you. What did you do there? W: We visited Phuket and Krabi. In Phuket, I tried surfing for the first time, and the best part for my husband was deep sea fishing. In Krabi, we took a cooking class in a local village, learning to make classic Thai dishes. M: Sounds like a wonderful vacation. I’ve always wanted to go to Thailand. W: You should definitely go there, and the fruit there was pretty good. There were bananas, star fruits, and dragon fruits everywhere. M: Wow, I’m a big fan of dragon fruits. (Text 9) W: I’m running for president of the students union. M: Have you taken part in any activities that show your commitment? W: Yes, I have taken part in many activities in the community service club, including organizing a food drive for local shelters. And I served as a class president last year. M: Those are advantages. What qualities do you think you possess? W: I believe I have excellent teamwork skills and a strong sense of responsibility. I always follow through on my commitments. M: Those are important. Who are your competitors, and what sets them apart? W: There are three competitors: John, Lisa and Mark. John has many creative ideas, Lisa has a wealth of experience in leadership, and Mark is very communicative. M: Mark’s communication skills can make him the strongest competitor. You should emphasize how your leadership and your responsibility can make a real difference. W: You’re right, I will highlight that in my campaign. (Text 10) W: In a nature reserve, Jana Johnson, a biology professor at Morehead State University, searches for the Palos Verdes blue butterfly, one of the world’s rarest butterflies. The butterfly was once thought extinct. A researcher discovered about 100 of the tiny blue butterflies on the Navy land at the edge of San Clemente in 1994. That researcher started a butterfly project, which Jana Johnson took over in 2006. Jana’s butterfly project breeds thousands of the species, and then releases them at various stages in their lives at several locations on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The main reason for the extinction of this species is the loss of habitat, Jana says.The endangered blue butterfly is important, says Chris Serabia. Conservation director at the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. It’s part of the life cycle and the food chain, and it’s something that we work to restore land for. Today, the project is showing great results. There are now hundreds of butterflies on the original Navy land, and they have been spotted at several other wild sites. This success shows that with enough care and space, endangered species can truly recover. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $