贵州遵义市2025-2026学年高二年级下学期英语期末卷库试卷二

遵义市2026年高二年级卷库试卷二 英 语 （满分：150分；时间：120分钟） 注意事项： 1．考试开始前，请用黑色签字笔将答题卡上的姓名、班级、考号填写清楚，并在相应位置粘贴条形码。 2．选择题答题时，请用2B铅笔答题，若需改动，请用橡皮轻轻擦拭干净后再选涂其它选项；非选择题答题时，请用黑色签字笔在答题卡相应的位置答题；在规定区域以外的答题不给分；在试卷上作答无效。 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。每段对话播放两遍。 1. Why is the woman talking to the man? A. To find a repairman. B. To replace her fridge. C. To buy a fridge handle. 2. What does the woman mean? A. She will study longer. B. She doesn’t agree with Tom. C. She is eager to be successful. 3. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Their daily life. B. A professor’s invitation. C. A course requirement. 4. How will the man change his backyard? A. He’ll put up a stone wall. B. He’ll build a playground. C. He’ll add a swimming pool. 5. Where does the conversation take place? A. In a restaurant. B. In a hotel. C. In a travel agency. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is wrong with the photocopier? A. It is in use. B. It doesn’t work. C. It isn’t automatic enough. 7. What will the man have to do? A. Sort the reports. B. Reduce the number of copies. C. Turn to another department for help. 听第7段材料，回答8、9题。 8. What does the woman want to prove with the example of her uncle? A. Stress causes illnesses. B. Air pollution is everywhere. C. Chemicals make people sick. 9. What do we know about the woman’s uncle? A. He is a chemist. B. He got a new job. C. He works in a factory. 听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。 10. What is the man making the reservation for? A. A company celebration. B. A team-building event. C. A birthday party. 11. What is the man’s concern? A. A group of 200 people can’t be served. B. The price doesn’t include a group discount. C. The price covers more people than he needs. 12. What is the initial total price the woman offered? A. $7,000. B. $8,000. C. $9,000. 13. What additional item does the woman agree to arrange? A. A cake. B. More drinks. C. Table decorations. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. What does the woman first ask about? A. Special activities. B. Bus service frequency. C. The location of the hostel. 15. What is the distance from the youth hostel to the town center? A. One kilometer. B. Two kilometers. C. Three kilometers. 16. How will the woman get in touch with the youth hostel? A. By making a call. B. By writing an email. C. By asking the man for help. 17. What might the woman do on March 22nd? A. Attend a festival. B. Reach Tidborough. C. End her trip. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. Which walk is the most tiring? A. Walk One. B. Walk Two. C. Walk Three. 19. What can visitors do during Walk Two? A. Climb a mountain. B. Take a boat to an island. C. Buy traditional handicrafts. 20. Where can visitors have meals? A. In a village. B. On an island. C. By a riverbank. 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Nonprofit organizations significantly shape our world by addressing critical needs and fostering community spirit. By focusing on their impact on society, we can see how they drive positive change and inspire others to get involved. • Local Events and Fundraisers Local Events and Fundraisers bring people together to support a cause while having fun, which not only generate financial support but also strengthen community bonds. For instance, Lions Charity Run organizes outdoor runs and raises funds through sports activities. Queen Anne Helpline offers rent, a clothing bank, shelf-stable food assistance and bus tickets to neighbors facing economic challenges. By participating in these initiatives, individuals can see firsthand the impact of nonprofit organizations on society. • Education and Literacy (读写能力) Programs Education and Literacy Programs like Reading Partners and Room to Read offer tutoring, after-school courses, and adult education classes to bridge educational gaps. For example, Reading Partners focuses on improving literacy among children from low-income families. By enhancing educational opportunities, nonprofits help break the cycle of poverty and empower individuals to achieve their goals. Their efforts not only improve academic performance but also promote lifelong learning. • Conservation Efforts Organizations such as the Nature Conservancy focus on preserving natural habitats and promoting biodiversity. They engage in activities like land acquisition and restoration projects to safeguard endangered species and ecosystems. By raising awareness about environmental issues, these nonprofits inspire individuals to take action and support conservation initiatives. • Community Clean-Up Projects Community Clean-Up Projects encourage community members to come together and take pride in their surroundings. For example, organizations like Keep America Beautiful mobilize volunteers to clean parks, rivers, and neighborhoods. Such efforts not only improve local environments but also foster a sense of community and collaboration. 21. Which nonprofit provides rent and food? A. Lions Charity Run. B. Queen Anne Helpline. C. Room to Read. D. Nature Conservancy. 22. What’s the significance of Reading Partners? A. It offers poor children chances to learn. B. It helps children enjoy one-to-one tutoring. C. It empowers children to read independently. D. It encourages children to share literary works. 23. What’s the common purpose of Conservation Efforts and Community Clean-Up Projects? A. To build a healthy planet. B. To protect endangered animals. C. To keep the surroundings clean. D. To promote community cooperation. B Like many of us, having connected moments with her mother is timeless and special for musician Ester Wiesnerova. Wiesnerova is incredibly fragile and anxious about her mom Marina and her Alzheimer’s. The disease moves bit by bit, fading her memory and ability to find words. “I feel like I’m losing her, and there’s nothing I can do,” Wiesnerova recalls. But in a silver-lined twist, Wiesnerova found that they can still bond through music. Wiesnerova shares moments with her mom online. One Mother’s Day video captures them leaning in and softly singing a Spanish song together, sharing warm smiles. In another video, the two sing a traditional Hebrew song. She writes, “I’m starting a song. Will she join in?” Wiesnerova is waiting for her to sing the gorgeous harmonies (和声). Soon, a text pops up on the video: “It worked!” She asks Marina if “she wants to harmonize.” Indeed, she does. Then Wiesnerova takes the lead, and Marina follows. Once again, pure joy spreads across their faces. Wiesnerova said singing and playing the piano were their usual pastimes. Her mother worked as a piano teacher and songwriter all her life. Though her language capacity was going down, her talent stayed. “She even responds to verbal clues as long as they’re music-related. Like if I say, ’sing quieter, pronounce clearly, or harmonize with me’, she usually does it. But then if I ask her where she is right now or what my name is, she doesn’t respond. It is fascinating.” “We’ve always been close. She was also the only person in my family who encouraged my music career. Slowly losing her to the illness has been very difficult, as I was slowly adjusting to this new version of her and learning to love who she is now,” says Wiesnerova. 24. What can we know about Marina in paragraph 1? A. She gets sick easily. B. She has lost her memory. C. She likes Wiesnerova’s music. D. She struggles to express herself. 25. What does Wiesnerova do for her mother? A. She makes her popular online. B. She teaches her traditional songs. C. She accompanies her in singing joyfully. D. She captures her pictures of warm smiles. 26. Why does Wiesnerova think her mom still has musical talent? A. She can play the piano. B. She can sing as required. C. She can give music-related clues. D. She can recognize simple melodies. 27. What is a suitable title for the text? A. Work with Mom, Start a Music Career B. Sing Together, Gain Popularity Online C. Harmonize through Loss, Hold onto Love D. Spread Pure Joy, Cure Alzheimer’s Sufferers C Making a small garden feel functional and inviting often comes down to smart design. One highly effective approach is “bento (便当) zoning”. “Bento zoning is a garden design that comes from the neat sections of a Japanese bento box,” explains Charlie Barrett, gardening expert at Shedstore. “For example, you might create a place to grow herbs, a corner for wildlife planting, or a quiet spot to sit and relax.” While bento zoning won’t actually enlarge your garden, it can make a small space feel noticeably bigger and more usable. By dividing the layout into clear zones, the eye is drawn through the garden in stages, creating a sense of depth and structure. “The design is especially effective in small gardens because it reduces clutter (杂乱) and makes even the tiniest outdoor area feel well-planned and bigger,” adds Barrett. Using bento zoning is easy. Start by introducing a shed (棚屋), decorative fences, or other features to create a natural boundary and add height. After you store your tools away, the rest of the garden feels more open. Then, shape additional zones — a potting shed for growing areas, or a wood pile framing a fireside corner. Think about how you walk through the space. “Design each zone according to a logical arrangement, for example, dining closer to the house, then a sitting area, and finally a private relaxation spot,” says Magdalena Gierasinska, head of product at Barker and Stonehouse. Round-shaped furniture can make the changes between zones feel softer, making the layout feel more natural. Combined or foldable furniture is another smart choice, as you can move it or store it to keep the space open. Finally, finishing touches like cushions, outdoor mats, and side tables help define each zone — giving it a clear purpose and identity — and bring personality to your garden. Remember: with bento zoning, even a tiny garden can feel surprisingly large. 28. How does the author introduce the topic in the first paragraph? A. By quoting a gardening expert. B. By introducing Japanese gardens. C. By sharing a gardening experience. D. By comparing different designs. 29. What’s the visual feature of bento zoning? A. A broader view. B. Sudden vision shifts. C. Tinier and tidier spaces. D. A colorful shallow look. 30. Which best reflects the design principle of bento zoning? A. Fences must separate each zone clearly. B. Dining area should be far from the house. C. Round furniture marks the start of each zone. D. Zones follow a natural order of daily activities. 31. What does the underlined word “define” in the last paragraph mean? A. Connect. B. Limit. C. Transform. D. Clarify. D A Stanford University study led by Hyesang Chang explored why some children find math much harder than their classmates. Many people think math difficulties simply come from not understanding numbers. However, this study looked deeper at how children learn from mistakes and adjust their strategies over time. In the study, children completed simple comparison tasks. They had to decide which of two groups of dots was larger. The researchers didn’t just focus on whether answers were right or wrong. Instead, they tracked how each child’s performance changed across many trials, paying attention to whether children adjusted their approach after making errors. The results showed a clear pattern. Children who struggled with math were less likely to shift their strategy after getting a problem wrong. Even when they made different kinds of mistakes, they did not seem to update their thinking. This difficulty in adjusting behavior was a key difference between children with typical math abilities and those with math learning challenges. To understand what was happening in the brain, the researchers used brain imaging. This technique measures activity in different regions of the brain while a person performs tasks. The scans revealed that children with more math difficulties had weaker activity in brain areas responsible for monitoring performance and adjusting behavior. These brain regions help evaluate mistakes, shift strategies, and adapt to new information. Lower activity in these areas could predict whether a child had math difficulties. The findings suggest that math struggles may not come only from problems with understanding numbers. Some children have trouble revising their thought processes while working through problems. Being able to recognize an error and try a new approach is essential not just in math, but in many types of learning. Chang explained that these difficulties may apply to broader cognitive abilities, not just number skills. The researchers now plan to study larger and more diverse groups of children to see whether problems with adapting strategies affect other academic areas as well. 32. What task did children perform in the study? A. Grouping the dots. B. Comparing the quantities. C. Adjusting the trials. D. Adopting post-error strategies. 33. What can be inferred about children struggling with math? A. They failed to predict their mistakes. B. They solved problems at a slower pace. C. They repeated similar errors frequently. D. They had trouble changing their thinking. 34. What did the brain scans suggest about children with math difficulties? A. Better performance in irrelevant brain parts. B. Lower activity in performance-related sections. C. Quicker response in mistake-evaluating regions. D. Less connection in performance-monitoring areas. 35. What may be explored in future research? A. Differences among larger child samples. B. Typical thinking shifts of children. C. Academic effects of poor adjustments. D. Cognitive abilities in number skills. 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。 If you have difficulty with anger problems, you may find that you have a short temper. 36 Finding ways to control your temper and reduce outbursts of anger can ease the situation. Delay your response time. If you know that you have become angry and feel that you are about to lose your temper, give yourself the gift of time. Remind yourself that you do not have to respond or react immediately. 37 Change your surroundings. 38 If you are inside, go outside for a walk if possible. The combination of leaving the person or situation causing your anger and “shocking” your senses with an entirely new environment can help you regain control. 39 Because anger is, in part, a chemical reaction, if you can change the chemicals in your body, you can avoid a temper outbreak. Trying to find humor in a situation, or getting yourself laughing about something else, will improve the situation by changing your body’s chemical reaction. Take a break for meditation (冥想). Meditation can help you regulate your emotions. Therefore, if you are feeling as though you are going to lose control of your temper, give yourself a little mental vacation through meditation. Go outside to a stairwell, or even to the bathroom. 40 Don’t let pain dim your light. A. Look for the amusing parts. B. Instead, pause and think twice. C. Note down your chemical reaction. D. Take a deep breath and settle your mind. E. Before losing your temper, move to a new location. F. This can harm your well-being and social connections. G. It helps to realize that anger at the situation will not help. 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） 阅读下列短文，从短文后所给各题的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 In a world of iPads and audiobooks, is it hopelessly old-fashioned to read aloud to your child on a road trip? What if your child is 22 — and she’s doing the 41 ? I had planned to read a magazine 42 . But I 43 an essay by my daughter Sophie’s idol and read aloud, thinking it could add some 44 to the dull landscape. Sophie turned off the 45 and let me do it. The article was about a son who held no anger against his father though he made some 46 . I shed a tear, thinking about a child’s unconditional 47 . Did I let Sophie see that I was 48 ? Of course not. I quickly 49 my face, steadied my voice, and turned the music back on. Then I glanced at my daughter, all 50 and driving us to her first apartment. I thought of all those times I read bedtime stories to her when she was little, with her lying on my chest until she fell 51 . Many parents have something special connecting them to their kids: sports, cooking, movies. For us, it was 52 . However, reading aloud is a 53 that doesn’t last forever. Luckily, that afternoon in the car, I got the chance to 54 time, feeling like I was back in her childhood room again reading bedtime stories. That moment reminded me that sharing a book with someone you love is a feeling that never grows 55 , even when the parents do. 41. A. cooking B. driving C. talking D. reading 42. A. eagerly B. patiently C. silently D. deliberately 43. A. noticed B. wrote C. published D. remembered 44. A. noise B. depth C. energy D. color 45. A. music B. engine C. light D. phone 46. A. choices B. efforts C. mistakes D. promises 47. A. trust B. honesty C. kindness D. love 48. A. weak B. emotional C. confused D. nervous 49. A. wiped B. washed C. covered D. touched 50. A. dressed up B. stressed out C. worn out D. grown up 51. A. asleep B. ill C. short D. flat 52. A. games B. books C. art D. magic 53. A. memory B. dream C. bond D. secret 54. A. take up B. squeeze out C. cut down D. turn back 55. A. dull B. old C. distant D. strange 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 Miao embroidery (刺绣) is a traditional craft and cultural heritage of the Miao ethnic group, 56 (primary) living in southern China’s mountainous regions, including Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan and Hunan and Chongqing. Miao embroidery is not just a form of artistic expression 57 a vital part of the Miao people’s daily lives. It decorates traditional clothing, accessories (配饰), and ceremonial costumes, and plays 58 essential role in cultural rituals and social practices. For Miao women, embroidery is a skill 59 (pass) down through generations, allowing practitioners to fully express 60 (they) in every delicate work they create. Miao embroidery is crafted using varieties 61 materials and tools, each chosen to enhance the complex designs and vivid colors that define this art form. The primary material used 62 (be) cloth, often dyed in rich hues such as deep blue, black, or red, which serves as the canvas for the embroidery. Miao embroidery has been featured in international fashion events, such as Milan Fashion Week, 63 Chinese designers showcased collections inspired by this art form. Training programs and workshops 64 (establish) to teach embroidery skills to local women and provide opportunities for local women 65 (earn) stable incomes over the past five years. 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） 你校近期举办了“科技筑梦，创新成长”的活动。请你为校英文报写一篇活动报道，内容包括： 1．活动过程； 2．活动意义。 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。 Dream with Tech, Grow with Innovation ___________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 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续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Emma Roberts was hiking a remote trail in New Zealand with her dog, Luna. She stopped to take a photo near a waterfall, but her foot slipped on a wet rock. She fell over the edge, crashing through branches and landing hard on a rocky slope below. Badly hurt, she couldn’t move. She cried for help, but the rushing water drowned out her voice. Hours later, a passing hiker finally heard her weak calls and called emergency services. A rescue team arrived quickly by helicopter. They treated her injuries and prepared to airlift her to a hospital. However, in all the chaos (混乱), the loud noise of the helicopter frightened Luna. The scared dog ran off into the dense forest. The team searched the nearby area for a few minutes, but Emma’s injuries — broken bones and severe bleeding — were too serious to wait. They had to leave without the dog. Emma was heartbroken. As the helicopter lifted off, she watched the endless trees below, hoping for a sign of Luna. There was none. At the hospital, she could not stop crying. “I can’t lose her,” she told her family over and over again. The loss of Luna added deep pain to her physical suffering. Tom Harris, a helicopter pilot who had helped with the rescue, heard the news. He knew how much Luna meant to Emma — she had raised the dog since it was a puppy. Determined to bring the lost dog home, Tom decided to go back and search the forest. But the area was huge, and flying a helicopter alone was very expensive. So he posted online asking for donations. To his surprise, strangers from all over the country responded generously. Within days, he raised about $6,300 — enough for three hours of flying with a thermal-imaging camera (热成像仪). The camera can see heat and warm animals show up as bright spots on the screen. So Tom could find Luna even in thick bush or darkness. 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。 Tom took off at sunrise, scanning the river below with the thermal camera. When Tom landed and let Luna out, Emma was waiting on the hospital grassland. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 遵义市2026年高二年级卷库试卷二 英语参考答案 第一部分 听力（共20题；每小题1.5分，满分30分） 1 ~ 5. CBCCB 6 ~ 10. CCABA 11 ~ 15. CBACB 16 ~ 20. BAABA 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） 21 ~ 25. BAADC 26 ~ 30. BCAAD 31 ~ 35. DBDBC 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 36 ~ 40. FBEAD 第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 41 ~ 45. BCADA 46 ~ 50. CDBAD 51 ~ 55. ABCDB 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. primarily 57. but 58. an 59. passed 60. themselves 61. of 62. is 63. where 64. have been established 65. to earn 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） One possible version: Dream with Tech, Grow with Innovation To spark students’ interest in technology and cultivate creative thinking, an activity themed Dream with Tech, Grow with Innovation was held in our school. In the beginning, all the students gathered on the playground, listening to the headmaster’s speech on our country’s achievements in technology in various fields, including medicine, aerospace, and transportation. After that, students were free to walk around different stands to learn more about technology, such as scientists’ stories and the latest inventions. What impressed us most was that some students even tried doing scientific experiments under the teachers’ guidance. This event is a big success. It not only brings technological knowledge to the campus, but also stimulates students’ desire for technology and innovation. 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） One possible version: Paragraph 1: Tom took off at sunrise, scanning the river below with the thermal camera. The dense bush stretched endlessly beneath him, cold and unforgiving. Minutes ticked by. The camera showed nothing but trees and rocks. Fuel running low, his heart sank. Then, just as he was about to change course, a small, bright orange spot appeared on the screen. It was moving slightly, huddled near a fallen tree by the riverbank. Tom held his breath. He lowered the helicopter, and through the morning mist, he saw her — Luna, exhausted and trembling, her fur matted with mud. He landed on a narrow patch of grass, dashed out, and called her name. The dog lifted her head weakly, then wagged her tail. “Hey girl, I’m taking you home,” he whispered, wrapping her in his jacket. Paragraph 2: When Tom landed and let Luna out, Emma was waiting on the hospital grassland. Her face was pale, but her eyes were fixed on the helicopter door. The moment Luna’s paws hit the ground, she let out a joyful bark, stumbling straight toward Emma. Emma wept openly, leaning down as far as her injuries would allow. “Luna! My baby, my baby!” she cried. The dog jumped onto her lap, licking away her tears, wagging her whole body. Tom knelt beside them, smiling. “She missed you so much,” he said. Emma looked up, her voice breaking. “Thank you, Tom. Thank you to all the strangers who helped.” Tom nodded. “They didn’t want you to lose hope.” As the morning sun finally broke through the clouds, Emma held Luna close. 听力文本 第一节 (Text 1) M: How can I help you? W: My fridge door handle broke. M: Oh, that’s not good. If you bought it more than a year ago, we can’t replace it for free. W: I know. But I can fix it myself. I just need to buy the handle. (Text 2) M: Tom says studying 10 hours daily guarantees success. W: Really? I doubt it works for everyone. Quality matters more. (Text 3) M: Didn’t you hear that? The professor said for every hour we study here, we should spend at least two hours reviewing. W: Two hours? I get that we have to study to get a good grade, but that’s way too much! We all have lives. (Text 4) M: We are having some work done in our backyard this year. W: I like your yard the way it is. Why are you changing it? M: Now that our grandchildren are getting older, we’re pulling down the stone wall and putting in a pool. (Text 5) W: Good evening. I have a reservation. My name’s Alison Gray. M: Just a moment. Ah, here it is. Ms. Gray. For six nights? W: That’s right. M: OK, Ms. Gray. Here’s your key. You’re in room 419 on the fourth floor. 第二节 (Text 6) M: I’ve got this 32-page report and I need to make 40 copies. W: Well, you can’t do that on our photocopier. M: Why not? There’s nothing wrong with it, is there? W: No, but it’s a basic model and doesn’t sort copies automatically. M: Where can I find a photocopier which does? W: Try the Project Department. They’re always producing reports, so I’m sure they must have a machine that does the job. (Text 7) M: So, your point is that disease is caused by stress? W: I mean, it’s a factor, isn’t it? My uncle became very ill last year. His illness might have been caused by the chemicals he was exposed to at work or the air pollution near his home, but I don’t think so. He was so stressed at work all the time. Stress had to have caused him to get so sick. M: So, you mean you think stress was the biggest factor? W: Yeah, I do. Definitely. He changed jobs, and now his health is much better. (Text 8) M: Hi, Jamila. Thank you for sending your price list. Our party is for 150 people, but I can see you’ve based your price on 200 people. W: I’m afraid we only serve groups of 100, 200, 500, or 1,000. Also, it’s always good to have more food and drinks than you actually need. M: OK, I see. Also, I see the price is $40 a head. That’s a bit over budget. Are you able to reduce the price a bit? W: Well, we might move forward with the order if you can accept $35 a head. M: Yes, I think we could do that. Finally, we were thinking that we’d like to have a cake to celebrate our company’s 20th anniversary. Are you able to provide a cake for us? W: Yes, that’s no problem. I can send you some suggestions next week. M: That sounds great, thanks. (Text 9) M: Hello, this is Tidborough Tourist Office, Derek speaking. W: Good afternoon. My name’s Clara Swift. I’m the secretary of a social club, and we’re planning a visit to Tidborough. M: Yes. How can I help you? W: We’re thinking of staying in the youth hostel, as we’ll be a group and it’s quite cheap. But could you tell me how far outside the center it is? M: It’s only 1 km from the station, and 2 km from the very center of town. There’s a frequent bus service. W: Actually, I’ve tried phoning them, but had no reply. M: Ah. You can check out everything on www.cheapstay.com. It’s quite new. And you could email them with your requirements directly from it. W: That sounds good. Thank you. We’ll be staying in the third week of March — that’s from 17th to 24th. Will there be any special events going on then? M: Er … yes, the street festival is held on the 22nd. It’s great fun. It’s held every year. W: OK. Thanks for your help. (Text 10) M: Good evening, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to our “Weekend of Walks” here at the Lakeside Hotel. Now I’m going to describe to you the walks we have planned for tomorrow. Walk One will take us along Redwood Dale and up Scaffel Peak. But don’t worry. We’re only going halfway up. I should mention that the ground tends to be rather rocky, so a pair of strong walking shoes is required. Once there, I can assure you that you will find the view well worth the effort. Walk Two lets us wander along the bank of the River Swale. Our destination will be Mappin Isle, a half-mile down the river. Local pleasure boats will take us across to the island, where a natural reserve has been created and we can wander at leisure. Walk Three takes us to the historic village of Wentworth where traditional handicrafts still survive. There’ll be plenty of time to purchase souvenirs, and we’ll stop for a bite to eat and something to drink before returning to the hotel. For this invention, Kenneth won a major science prize. Now, he’s still improving Safe Wander and testing it in senior care centers nationwide. Staff at these centers have shared that it’s already made their care work much easier. It’s a wonderful example of how a simple idea can make a big difference in people’s lives. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $