河南部分学校2026-2027学年高二上学期9月开学测评英语试题

机密★启用前 2026—2027学年高二9月测评 英语 （试卷满分：150分，考试时间：120分钟） 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上，并将条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B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，用0.5mm的黑色字迹签字笔将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 3．考试结束后，请将答题卡上交。 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. Where does the man probably want to go? A. Liverpool. B. Birmingham. C. London. 2. What do the speakers decide to do next? A. Take a bus. B. Take cover from rain. C. Stay under the tree. 3. How long does the woman have to work every day? A. Six hours. B. Seven hours. C. Eight hours. 4. How does the man feel about the ski classes? A. Nervous. B. Interested. C. Disappointed. 5. What is the unique feature of the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao? A. The black pine. B. A crowd of seagulls. C. The fresh air. 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，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the woman’s biggest trouble? A. She coughs a lot. B. She sleeps poorly. C. She has a fever. 7. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Rest in bed for two days. B. Do a blood examination. C. Have some pills (药丸). 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. When does the conversation take place? A. In the morning. B. In the evening. C. In the afternoon. 9. What did the boy forget to do? A. Clean his sports shoes. B. Collect the clothes. C. Buy daily groceries. 10. Where is probably the speakers’ mother now? A. At her workplace. B. In the yard. C. In her room. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What are the speakers going to attend? A. A birthday party. B. A housewarming party. C. A sports meeting. 12. Which shirt may the man dislike? A. The brown one. B. The blue one. C. The one with spots. 13. Who is Tom? A. The speakers’ brother. B. The speakers’ teammate. C. The speakers’ son. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Husband and wife. B. Mother and son. C. Neighbours. 15. Why does the woman get annoyed with the man? A. He messed up her car. B. He performed terribly in class today. C. He threw rubbish among trees. 16. What does the woman think of the man’s explanation? A. Reasonable. B. Confusing. C. Amusing. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. How did the speaker learn about Alain Ducasse? A. From her mother. B. From an article. C. From a restaurant. 18. How many Michelin Stars has Alain Ducasse earned? A. 56. B. 36. C. 21. 19. What did Alain Ducasse do in 2015? A. He supplied food to astronauts. B. He settled in America. C. He travelled into outer space. 20. Why does the speaker tell the story of Alain Ducasse? A. To back up her viewpoint. B. To talk about a fresh subject. C. To offer relevant background. 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 Introduction to English Dictionaries Oxford English Dictionary (OED) First published in 1884, edited by James Murray and a team of scholars. It’s well-known for its historical depth, tracing word origins and usage across centuries with 600,000+ entries. Regarded as the “gold standard” of English dictionaries, though its sheer size makes it less portable. The print version costs around $395, while the 12-month online subscription is $29.95, available via Oxford University Press’s official website or major book retailers like Amazon. Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary (CALD) Launched in 1995 by Cambridge University Press, tailored for non-native speakers. It features simple explanations, 14,000+ example sentences, and collocation guides. Widely acclaimed for supporting language learning, with regular updates to reflect modern English. The print edition is about $34.99, and the app subscription is $14.99 / year, accessible via Cambridge’s official store or Apple Books. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary Founded on Noah Webster’s 1828 “American Dictionary”, the first collegiate edition emerged in 1898. It prioritizes American English, offering clear definitions, current usage examples, and pronunciation guides. A staple in US classrooms and offices, praised for accessibility. Priced at approximately $24.99 (print) and $19.99 (e-book), it can be purchased from Merriam-Webster’s site, Barnes & Noble, or digital platforms like Kindle. Collins English Dictionary First released in 1979, compiled by Collins lexicographers. It stands out for its “word banks” and real-world usage focus, drawing on a 4.5-billion-word corpus. Praised for relevance to everyday English, though some critics note less historical detail than the OED. It retails (零售) for around $27.99 (print) and $17.99 (digital), available on Collins’ website, Walmart, or Google Play Books. 21. Which dictionary is most suitable for someone studying word collocations? A. Oxford English Dictionary. B. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary. C. Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. D. Collins English Dictionary. 22. What do some critics think of Collins English Dictionary? A. It is too difficult for classroom use. B. It lacks enough historical details. C. It updates too slowly. D. It has unclear pronunciation guides. 23. Which of the following is a common feature of the four dictionaries? A. Being first published before 1900. B. Having over 600,000 entries. C. Focusing on American English. D. Offering both print and digital versions. B When I was in graduate school, I admired a student named Peter. Smart, articulate and charming, Peter was the type of person I wanted to be like. One day in the library — his final quarter before graduation — I congratulated him. His reply shocked me: “I am excited, but I didn’t build my network well, so no jobs are lined up yet.” His words terrified me. If someone as impressive as Peter had no job prospects, what would happen to me? As the son of two immigrants, education was my ticket to success. I could not afford to waste this opportunity. I found myself feeling anxious and fearful. I had to secure my career — finishing school without a job was too risky. Then I recalled the repeated advice: “Network and build relationships. It’s who you know, not what you know.” They were right. Education wasn’t the highway to opportunity, just an on-ramp (入口匝道). The real highway was social capital — your network and the people who know you. Determined, I spent all my free time building relationships with potential employers. It worked — internships and jobs opened up — but it felt wrong. I treated people as transactions (交易), only asking, “What can I get from them?” Networking became a “necessary evil”. One day, I ran into a childhood friend at a café. He spent the whole time urging me to join his multi-level marketing scheme, promising I’d make enough money to quit working and support my parents — just by getting people to buy products they already needed. That moment changed everything. I realized: if networking feels unpleasant, you’re doing it wrong. Relationships are like a garden — tend them well, and they’ll grow and bear more fruit than you can consume. Instead of taking, invest in others, serve them, and connect them. Giving social capital doesn’t deplete (耗尽) it — it multiplies it. Becoming a generous relational investor is a lifestyle. So, what’s your approach? Are you a greedy consumer or a generous investor? It’s never too late to ask: “What can I give?” instead of “What can I get?” 24. What does the underlined phrase “lined up” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A. Arranged. B. Canceled. C. Changed. D. Forgotten. 25. What can be known about the author? A. His parents were well-educated. B. He valued education highly. C. He grew up in a wealthy family. D. His parents worked in marketing. 26. How did the author change in thinking about networking? A. From believing “education is key” to “social capital is key”. B. From viewing networking as “necessary” to “unnecessary”. C. From treating others as “transactional partners” to “relational investees”. D. From focusing on “meeting employers” to “helping friends”. 27. What is the best title for the text? A. Education: A path to Success B. Networking: Give Rather Than Take C. Job-Hunting: A Goal for Graduates D. Friendship: A Source of Suggestions C For years, the US has been called a melting pot — a place where different individuals are mixed together. And the country’s food preferences show that. Many Americans learn about and enjoy different cultures through food. One study shows Mexican food is the most popular ethnic (有民族特色的) food in the largest number of states. It is especially popular on the US West Coast. But Chinese food is the top ethnic food nationwide. “Both cuisines (烹饪风格) have a rich history connected to the large immigrant (移民的) Chinese and Mexican populations in the US,” notes Georgie Mihaila. She is with a food-based blog called Chef’s Pencil. The website is the idea of professional chefs, who prepare meals for top restaurants. It uses information from search engine to identify the most popular ethnic food in the country. Mihaila said as generations of immigrants settled in the US, they made their food more readily available and less costly. Thai, Korean, Vietnamese and Japanese restaurants are also gaining fans across the country. Their popularity is no accident, either. In 2002, for example, Thailand’s government started training chefs and sending them out to share their cuisine with the world. The aim of the “Global Thai” culinary diplomacy (外交) programme was to increase the number of Thai restaurants worldwide. Millennials (千禧一代) are leading the push for more diverse food experiences. Millennials are now the nation’s largest age group. They are generally between the ages of 26 and 40. And they are likely to share their eating experiences on social media. “It’s not just about the food, but also the atmosphere, the culture, experiencing something fun and memorable,” Mihaila said. In general, she added, Americans are making more adventurous food choices. Often, Chinese, Mexican and other ethnic food restaurants are less pricey than other eateries. But that is also changing. Mihaila said, “You have restaurants opening up across the country that are serving ethnic foods like Mexican, Thai or Indian, that are positioned to serve the upper end of the market.” Such businesses, she added, have seen great success. 28. What foreign food is the favourite in the most US states? A. Chinese food. B. Thai food. C. Mexican food. D. Japanese food. 29. Why did Thailand start its culinary programme in 2002? A. To train local chefs for top restaurants. B. To open more Thai restaurants globally. C. To compete with Chinese cuisine. D. To reduce food prices in Thailand. 30. What can we learn about Millennials from the text? A. They dislike traditional American food. B. They prefer costly dining experiences. C. They drive the demand for various food choices. D. They seldom share food online. 31. What is the purpose of the text? A. To advise readers to try foreign food. B. To compare Chinese and Mexican food in America. C. To show the importance of culinary diplomacy. D. To introduce the popularity of diverse ethnic foods in the US. D A new study has found ozone (臭氧) pollutants in Earth’s lower atmosphere increased across the Northern Hemisphere over the past 20 years. Ozone is a form of oxygen. In Earth’s upper atmosphere, it acts as a barrier to block harmful radiation from the sun. But closer to Earth’s surface, ozone is a common pollutant. At ground level, high levels of ozone can harm people’s lungs and damage plants. A European research programme collected the data. The programme equips commercial aircraft with instruments to measure atmospheric conditions during flight. The researchers used ozone observations from 60,000 flights worldwide. They centred on five areas of the Northern Hemisphere — the northeastern US, Germany, India, Southeast Asia and Northeast China and Korea. The Northern Hemisphere was studied because it contains a large percentage of the human population affected by air quality. The researchers did, however, report lower ground-level ozone in some areas, including North America and Europe. But they said those results were canceled out by increases in ozone higher up in the atmosphere. Audrey Gaudel, the lead writer of the study, said the data collected by international aircraft was valuable in creating a clear picture of ozone levels over the Northern Hemisphere over long periods. To explore what was causing the changes, the scientists examined levels of nitrogen oxides (氮氧化物). They are considered to be atmospheric pollutants often resulting from human activities. The researchers used the aircraft data to create models to estimate how nitrogen oxide releases affected atmospheric conditions. The team said it found some of the sharpest increases in areas where ozone levels were once the lowest. These included Malaysia and Indonesia, as well as other parts of Southeast Asia, and India. Those areas had very low ozone values between 1994 and 2004, but very high levels in recent years, between 2011 and 2016. Next, Gaudel said her team plans to take a closer look at ozone levels in the tropics (热带). She thinks Africa will be one area to watch as a possible “hot spot” of increasing pollutive releases in coming years. 32. How is the text mainly developed? A. By giving examples and arguing. B. By raising questions and solving them. C. By following time order and space order. D. By presenting facts and research results. 33. What do we know about the ozone changes in some areas? A. Europe’s low-level ozone loss was balanced out by its upper-air ozone rise. B. Ozone rose both near-ground and higher in North America. C. India and Malaysia had top ozone levels from 1994 to 2004. D. All Northern Hemisphere nations saw steady ozone growth. 34. What is Gaudel’s attitude towards the data got by aircraft? A. Doubtful. B. Objective. C. Critical. D. Favourable. 35. What can we infer about the team’s future research? A. It will focus on ozone in the tropics. B. It will stop studying nitrogen oxides. C. It will prove Africa has no air pollution. D. It will cover all countries in Northern Hemisphere. 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。 An Amazing Plant — The Bamboo Bamboo is a remarkable plant. It is often mistaken for a tree. 36 There are around 1,000 species of bamboo worldwide. They thrive (茁壮成长) in tropical and subtropical regions, from China to Brazil. Its slender yet tough stems and evergreen leaves make it distinctive in forests and gardens. Bamboo’s growth speed is incredible. That surprises people most. Some species grow over one metre a day in Japan. The fastest ones even reach a record of one metre per hour. Unlike trees, bamboo does not take decades to mature. It can reach full height in just two months. 37 Bamboo has another outstanding feature: its regenerative ability. When its stems are cut down, new shoots grow back quickly from the roots. This means it can be harvested continuously. 38 It is environmentally friendly and cost-effective. Its stems are tough yet flexible. They are tougher than wood from many strong trees. This plant is highly versatile (多用途的). 39 It is used to build houses, bridges and furniture. In some medical fields, it even makes tiny surgical needles for sewing nerves. A Frenchman once built a bamboo airplane. He named it “Flyboo” and flew it. Moreover, it is the sole food source for giant pandas. Pandas are China’s beloved endangered species. 40 It symbolizes sustainability. It offers a low-carbon alternative to steel and concrete. In the future, this ancient grass will play a more important role. It will be part of our green life. It shows nature’s wisdom in adaptation and utility. A. It has countless uses. B. There is no need to replant it. C. Bamboo is more than just a plant. D. People use bamboo to build houses. E. But it actually belongs to the grass family. F. This makes it one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth. G. It is well-known that bamboo shoots are a panda’s staple diet. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 An elderly professor living alone had a water pipe burst on a freezing winter day and called in a repairman. After the repair, seeing the man sweat heavily despite the bitter cold, he handed him 400 yuan instead of the 41 100 yuan, even asking him to stay for a (n) 42 meal with five dishes, two soups and two bottles of wine. Yet the repairman 43 after dinner. He took out 300 yuan, trying to give it back, and 44 his fault — he had found the main valve (阀门) under the sink badly 45 , bound to burst any minute, but held back from mentioning a (n) 46 , fearing the professor would take him for a 47 . Shocked but touched, the professor did not get angry, 48 the man to come back the next day to 49 a new valve and vowing (发誓) to pay in full. He insisted the 400 yuan was his 50 for hard work and honesty, while the repairman insisted on doing the next 51 for free. The professor set his face straight, pretending anger: “Refusing the money means you 52 me.” Finally, the repairman 53 and bowed deeply in thanks before he turned and left. Left alone in the 54 , the professor’s eyes fell on the leftover food on the table; a gentle 55 settled in his heart, and the cold emptiness of an old house in a Beijing hutong melted away without a trace. 41. A. expected B. established C. agreed D. collected 42. A. hearty B. additional C. uninviting D. healthy 43. A. slowed down B. stayed on C. tuned up D. gave in 44. A. reflected B. discovered C. corrected D. whispered 45. A. destroyed B. torn C. worn D. damaged 46. A. replacement B. movement C. arrangement D. judgment 47. A. money-lender B. money-seeker C. fault-finder D. peacekeeper 48. A. directing B. signaling C. ordering D. asking 49. A. buy B. choose C. fit D. make 50. A. due B. debt C. gift D. prize 51. A. plan B. job C. project D. round 52. A. look down on B. play with C. pay attention to D. look after 53. A. waited B. hesitated C. nodded D. sighed 54. A. darkness B. stillness C. anxiety D. curiosity 55. A. longing B. memory C. warmth D. relief 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Greenland, the world’s largest island, lying between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, is located east of Canada 56 northeast of North America, spanning (横跨) from 77°N to 59°N latitude and 11°W to 74°W longitude. Over 80% of its surface 57 (cover) by the Greenland Ice Sheet, 58 is the second-largest ice mass on Earth. Rich in mineral resources, it has large amounts of rare earth elements, zinc, lead, gold and uranium, with offshore oil and gas reserves also 59 (find). These resources, however, remain largely unused, affected by the cold climate and strict 60 (environment) rules. 61 (strategic) important in the Arctic region, Greenland controls key shipping routes, including the Northwest Passage. Only when the Arctic ice melts (融化) can people use this passage to 62 (short) trade routes between Europe and Asia. Its nearness to North America and Europe also makes it very important for military watching and climate research, and it hosts important radar and weather stations. Historically, Norse explorers led by Erik the Red 63 (settle) here in the 10th century. Later, it came under Norwegian and then Danish rule, 64 (become) a Danish colony (殖民地) in 1814. It gained home rule in 1979 and more self-governance in 2009, though Denmark still takes charge 65 its defense, foreign affairs and currency. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华，将参加学校一年一度的书法（calligraphy）比赛。你的英国好友Chris对此很感兴趣。请你给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括： 1．介绍比赛的参赛人员和评审方式等； 2．你对书法的兴趣和感悟。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, Hope you’re doing well! Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 During a family trip to Sichuan, a woman named Li Ting and her family of four were trapped in a crowded tourist area. It was late afternoon, and they were tired and hungry after walking for hours in the warm weather. They searched for a long time but could not find a restaurant to eat, as most places were crowded with visitors and fully booked. Li Ting then walked to a nearby farmer’s house and offered 400 yuan for a simple home meal. To their great surprise, the farmer and his wife treated them with great kindness, cooking ten delicious dishes and sharing a bottle of wine with them. When they returned to the hotel, Li Ting found a small note secretly put in her backpack. It said the money had been returned to her side pocket, and the meal was just a gift for new friendship. She was moved to tears at once. She and her husband agreed that they could not accept such kindness without doing anything in return. The next morning, they went back to the farmer’s home and insisted on giving the money. The farmer refused again and again, but the couple kept asking politely. Finally he had to accept it but gave them a basket of fresh eggs and vegetables in return. On the way back, Li Ting learned that the couple had three young children and lived a simple life by growing crops and selling local products. She decided to help them from then on. A month later, she sent warm winter clothes and useful school supplies to the family anonymously (匿名地). The two families kept in touch and exchanged gifts regularly. When they heard the farmer’s old house leaked badly on rainy days, they sent 5,000 yuan, telling a white lie that it was a poverty-relief fund from the company. They were worried that the family would not accept the money if they told the truth. 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。 The next year, Li Ting and her family visited Sichuan again. As the car drove away slowly, the whole family stood at the road. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026—2027学年高二9月测评·英语 参考答案、提示及评分细则 题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 答案 C A B B A B C C B A B A C B C 题号 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 答案 A B C A A C B D A B C B C B C 题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 答案 D D A D A E F B A C C A B D C 题号 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 答案 A B D C A B A C B C 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. and 57. is covered 58. which 59. found 60. environmental 61. Strategically 62. shorten 63. settled 64. becoming 65. of 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: Dear Chris, Hope you’re doing well! I am particularly excited to tell you that I am participating in the school’s annual calligraphy competition — a grand event where all teachers and students showcase their strengths. The judges will rate based on writing style, character structure, and cultural connotations. I have had a strong interest in calligraphy since the age of eight. My grandfather initially taught me basic strokes, and since then, I have been practising every weekend to improve my skills. Calligraphy is more than just writing; it’s a way to feel the beauty of Chinese characters and make myself calm. I’ll try my best in the competition! I’ll share my work with you as soon as it’s finished. Yours, Li Hua 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） One possible version: The next year, Li Ting and her family visited Sichuan again. They stayed at the farmer’s house. They were happy to see the newly painted rooms and the firm repaired roof. The three children ran out happily, and the youngest one called her “Aunt” softly. The farmer told them he had started a small farmhouse business and his life had improved a lot. Before leaving, the farmer’s wife gave Li Ting a jar of homemade honey and several beautiful bamboo fans. These fans are light and special products of Sichuan. As the car drove away slowly, the whole family stood at the road. They waved their hands until they could no longer be seen. Li Ting looked back again and again, with a warm feeling in her heart. After arriving home, Li Ting placed the yellowed note and the delicate bamboo fans in her drawer. She would take them out and look at them carefully, recalling the warm days in the mountain village and the sincere friendship between the two families. This true friendship has become the most beautiful memory in her life. 听力部分录音材料 (Text 1) M: What time does the next train from Liverpool to London leave? W: At 4:35 p.m. M: Is it a direct train to London? W: No, you have to change trains at Birmingham. (Text 2) M: Let’s shelter under this tree until the rain eases up. W: Look, the bus is coming. Let’s take it. We want to go downtown anyway. M: Yeah, okay. There is a bus stop just there. (Text 3) M: What are the hours at City Hospital? W: They want me to work the night shift from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. (Text 4) W: What do you think of our ski classes? Don’t you find them difficult and tiring? M: They’re great. I’m eager to push myself as far as I can. (Text 5) W: Usually there are many attractions at the beaches, such as fresh air and crowds of seagulls. But a tree is not a common one of them. M: A tree? W: A black pine stands proudly with its roots in the sand on the First Bathing Beach in Qingdao. (Text 6) M: Well, you have a slight fever. I need to check your throat. Open your mouth and say ah. W: Aaaaaahhhhh. M: Your throat is red. Do you cough a lot? W: Yes, and the worst thing is I’m having trouble sleeping. What’s wrong with me? M: You have a bad cold caused by flu virus. W: Do I need a blood test? M: No, you needn’t. I just give you some tablets and sleeping pills. (Text 7) W: You finally got up! M: I had a nice nap just now. Look outside! The rain is pouring down. It’s as dark as night. Wait! Before Mum left home this morning, she told me to collect the clothes and shoes from the yard after lunch. I totally forgot! W: I brought them in after I got back from grocery shopping. But it was too late. They were already wet from the rain. M: Mum will blame me when she gets home from work. W: Well, it’s 4:00 p.m. Mum gets off work at 5:00 p.m., and it’ll take her half an hour to get home. So, you still have some time to figure out what to do. (Text 8) M: Hi, Julie. We’re going to be late for your sister Susan’s housewarming party. W: John, I was just getting groceries on the way home from work. And there’s still time. Anything else? M: Well, I can’t locate my favourite blue shirt, the one with spots. W: I think I took it to the junk shop last week. You said you no longer wore it. M: Oh, no! It was the brown one that I stopped wearing. You gave away the one I just bought recently! W: I’m sorry! We should make an agreement to always check with each other before we give things away or sell them. Remember last fall when you sold my tennis rackets at the garage sale and didn’t tell me? M: Well, you haven’t played tennis since we had Tom. (Text 9) M: Thanks for picking me up, Mum. W: It’s OK. But what did you just throw away? M: What do you mean? W: As you and your friends were walking towards the car, I saw you throwing something into the trees. M: Oh, yes. It was just an apple I had finished eating. W: Well, why didn’t you put it in a rubbish bin? I’m not happy with that. M: I don’t, usually, but we learned that it’s OK to do that with fruit in today’s class. W: Really? M: Honestly. Of course, you shouldn’t drop it on the street. But in the woods, it can actually be helpful to nature. W: How exactly? M: It provides food for small animals. And as the fruit breaks down, it can also benefit the plants. W: Hmm… That makes sense, actually. (Text 10) W: When I hear people saying that only their mothers know how to cook well, I’d like to prove them wrong. It’s a well-known fact that the most famous chefs are men. One day when I was surfing the Net looking for something interesting, I found an article about brilliant people. The story of one French man, Alain Ducasse, caught my eye. Mr. Ducasse, born in 1956, managed to grow from an ordinary farmer’s child to the world’s best chef. With his talent and continuous hard work, Mr. Ducasse has earned 21 Michelin Stars throughout his career. He has built a grand business over the years with 36 restaurants spread around the globe. In addition to being known for making world-class French cuisine, Mr. Ducasse is a famous chef who has sent his food into space. In 2015, he sent meals to astronauts at the International Space Station. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $