江苏省如皋中学2026-2027学年高三年级限时规范训练一英语试题

高三年级限时规范练一 英语 命题人：徐珊珊 做题人：曹军 审核人：袁晓琳 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 出最佳选项并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回 答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。 1.What is the weather like? A.Rainy. B.Sunny. C.Snowy. 2.What will the woman do? A.Wash the dishes. B.Clean the toilet. C Tidy up the books. 3.What won the woman the election? A.Her outgoing personality. B.Her academic grades. C.Her reliable quality. 4.How does the man feel about engineering? A.It's demanding. B.It's interesting. C.It's boring 5.What does the man like best about the box of chocolates? A.The size. B.The amount. C.The variety. 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水题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项并标在试卷的相应位置。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。 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6.Why does the woman look tired? A.She worked overtime. B.She stayed up late. C.She just had surgery. 7.What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A.Doctor and patient. B.Brother and sister. C.Co-workers. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。 8.What is the woman? A.Acleaner. B.Arenter. C.A gardener. 9.How much is the house worth now? A.One million dollars.B.Four million dollars. C.Eight million dollars. 10.What can we infer about the woman? A.She.is impressed by the house B.She feels relaxed in big houses. C.She is familiar with the house owner. 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。 11.What does the man think of the office? A.Well-furnished. B.Bright and airy. C.Messy and noisy. 12.Which magazine does the woman have on her desk? A.Times. B.Wealth. C.The New York Times. 13.What does the woman offer to do for Bob? A.Buy him a coffee maker. B.Make him a drink. C.Order him a coffee. 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。 14.Where are the speakers? A.In a hotel. B.In a train station. C.In the library. 15.How many days will the-bike ride last? A.Six. B.Seven. C.Eight. 16.How will the speakers reach the hotel from the village? A.By rail. B.By car. C.By bike. 17.What's the man's attitude towards the woman's idea? A.Doubtful B.Worried. C.Supportive. 听下面一段对话，回答第18至第20三个小题。 18.What will be grown this week? A.Fruits. B.Flowers. C.Vegetables. 19.What benefits of gardening are mentioned? A.Fitness and connection. B.Income and fun. C.Comfort and safety. 20.What is the speaker going to do next? A.Hand out gardening tools B.Teach people to pick seeds. C.Lead people to the planting sites. 2 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 Nature needs us now,and it can't wait.With your support,we can ensure a healthy, thriving planet for future generations. Donate today to protect the beauty of our forests,oceans,grasslands,and rivers- and all they do for wildlife and for us. Your donation makes you a member of WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature).A gift of 1,000+or 84+/month makes you a Partner in Conservation. Your support will help WWF Conserve wildlife and wild places. Cut carbon emissions and deal with climate change. Protect freshwater resources and landscapes Rebuild food systems to nourish people and nature. Achieve healthy oceans and nature-positive seascapes. Conserve the world's most important forests. Select a thank-you gift You can choose a free thank-you gift when you donate 20 or more. ONo gift for me-use my full donation to protect nature. A set of four handbags.Say no to paper and plastic with these reusable bags Perfect for every trip to the store! OA packet of flower seeds to help native bees,butterflies,hummingbirds,and other pollinating wildlife thrve. A sea turtle cooler bag with a turtle design. Payment method You can donate by Visa,DAF pay,PayPal or Bank account.To donate by phone, call 1-800-CALL-WWF.To donate by mail,download,print,and complete the form. 21.What is one of WWF's goals mentioned in the text? A.To build more wildlife parks. B.Tocreate a low-carbon world. C.To stop using freshwater resources.D.To reduce food production worldwide. 22.What gift can donors receive if they give $25? A.A butterfly poster. B.A sea turtle model. C.A bag of flower seeds. D.A discount reusable bag 23.Where is the text most likely taken from? A.A scientific research report. B.A charity fundraising appeal. C.A wildlife documentary teview. D.A high school biology textbook. 3 B Twenty years ago,Mike Hill looked around the safari(野生动物观光)industry and noticed that something was missing."I had worked in safaris all my life,"he told me, "when I suddenly realized that no one was catering for people with physical disabilities." Beyond a missed opportunity,Mike felt he had a responsibility to change this.For the past two decades,he has been taking wheelchair users out into the wildest places in Southern Africa.What is perhaps surprising is that he had no personal connection to disability when he started.He was unafraid to learn,however,and spent months volunteering at a home for disabled people. Mike recognize that there are two physical factors that determine whether a disabled traveller can participate in a safari:transport and accommodation.Control those and you level the playing field.The only thing out of control is the wilderness itself,but therein lies the excitement for all traveler,regardless of physical ability.So,Mike first adapted a safari vehicle by fitting a powered lift and wheelchair tie-downs.Then he created a mobile tented camp with roll-in showers,raised beds and paths for smooth wheeling. Pretty soon,he had created the world's first adapted mobile safari camp. When I travelled with Endeavour Safaris last year and experienced it for myself,it was extraordinary.The vehicle meant I could access the bush with dignity and independence,and the camp more than met my needs.The rest-be it elephants wandering through or a hippo grumbling (outside my tent-was just the wild and raw reality of a mobile safari. "Making safaris accessible to people who never thought they could do it is the highlight for me,"he told me."But here's the moral of the story:the world will only change when more disabled people travel.You need pioneers.So my message is simple: travel,travel,travel." 24.What motivated Mike Hill to adapt safaris? A.His volunteering experience. B.A desire to meet unmet needs. C.His longing to make a fortune D.A family member's disability. 25.What does the underlined phrase"level the playing field"in paragraph 2 mean? A.Gain official permission. B.Build camps on.flat ground. C.Offer equal access to theiwild. D.Raise standards for outdoor travel. 26.Which words best describe the author's travel with Endeavour Safaris? A.Eco-friendly.and wild, B.Tough and adventurous. C.Amazing and demanding. D.Liberating and fulfilling. 27.What do Mike Hill's words in the last paragraph suggest? A.More pioneers should engage in safari services. B.The disabled should take the initiative for the change. C.Travel should be the key to removing social inequality. D.The safari industry should ensure travel chances for all. 4 0 Labor shortages in agriculture are driving growing interest in robotic systems that can automate harvesting.Yet some crops remain especially challenging for machines. Tomatoes,for example,grow in clusters ()meaning robots must identify and remove only the ripe fruit while leaving unripe tomatoes attached to the vine.Doing this relably requires careful judgement and precise control. 2.To address this problem,Professor Takuya Fujinaga from Osaka Metropolitan University developed a method that allows robots to assess how easy each tomato is to harvest before attempting to pick it. Fujinaga's approach combines image recognition with statistical analysis to determine the best direction from which to harvest each tomato.The system analyzes visual information about the fruit itself,the shape and position of its stems,and whether the tomato is partially hidden by leaves or other parts of the plant.By weighing these factors,the robot can make more informed control decisions and select the approach that offers the highest chance of a successful harvest. The model represents a shift in focus from the traditional "detection/recognition" model to what Fujinaga calls a "harvest ease estimation"."This moves beyond simply asking 'Can a robot pick a tomato?'to thinking about 'How likely is a successful pick?', which is more meaningful for real-world farming,"he explained. In trials,Fujinaga's system achieved a successful harvest rate of 81%,significantly outperforming expectations.Around one quarter of those successful picks involved tomatoes collected from the right or left side after earlier attempts from the front had failed.indicating that the robot adjusted its strategy when it encountered difficulty. The findings underscore how complex robotic fruit harvesting can be,with factors such as clustered growth,stem shape,surrounding leaves,and visual obstruction ( all playing critical roles."This research establishes 'ease of harvesting'as a quantitatively evaluable metric ()bringing us one step closer to the realization of agricultural robots that can make informed decisions and act intelligently,"Fujinaga said. "This is expected to introduce a new form of agriculture where robots and humans collaborate." 28.What poses a problem in robotic harvest of tomatoes? A.Making judgments. B.Removing clusters. C.Adjusting heights. D.Measuring shapes. 29.What does Fujinaga's system aim to achieve in fruit harvesting? A.Energy conservation. B Time efficiency. C.Safe storage. D.Easy harvest. 30.What did Fujinaga's model do after its unsuccessful picks? A.It got detailed visual intormation. B.It picked tomatoes from different directions. C.It identified the maturity of tomatoes. D.It gave up the tomatoes in the front. 31.What does Fujinaga suggest in the last paragraph? A.Robots will one day replace human farmers. B.An accurate metric system is a must in farming. C.Robots will work alongside humans in farming. D.The success of agricultural robots was a milestone. 5 D For a long time,psychologists believed in "eatharsis theory,"or the idea that it's better to release negative emotions than hold onto them.It can feel downright delicious to vent to your loved ones about life's annoyances,big and small.You may think it's healthy to complain about that annoying work assignment or rude comment but research suggests otherwise.Venting "is the worst thing you can do"when you're mad, says Brad Bushman,a professor of communication at the Ohio State University who studies the topic.It's "adding more fuel to the fire." y Bushman demonstrated in his study that when people expressed anger,such as by hitting a punching bag ()they only get more annoyed and aggressive.That's not good,because research suggests anger is linked to a variety of mental and maybe even physical health problems.Discussing a frustrating conversation or social slight in details can cause rumination-the psychological term for focusing on negative thoughts and feelings-and blow out of proportion relatively minor annoyances.Neither is healthv. Indeed,venting was linked to poorer mental health,while methods like aceopting, joking about,and positively analyzing the situation seemed to boost well-being."You should generally act how you hope to feel,"Bushman says.For most people,that means trying to move past anger rather than getting stuck in it. When you feel yourself getting stuck in the situation of venting,look for healthier strategies.If yoga and meditation aren't your thing,try a quick shift in perspective Bushman recommends the "fly-on-the-wall"technique,which challenges angry people to imagine themselves as a third party observing the situation that made them anger.It's healthier to look for broader meaning in an annoying situation (Think:"you can't always get what you want)than to focus on every last annoying detail. "And finally,don't underestimate the impact of being hangry-that is,getting angry when you're hungry.It's a real phenomenon.So next time you feel yourself gearing up for a venting session,think of grabbing a snack and taking a few deep breaths instead,"says Bushman. 32.Which of the following belongs to "catharsis theory"? A.Having a good sleep when feeling upset. B.Talking angrily about annoying situations C.Forgetting about the anger and staying positive D.Breathing deeply when facing rude behaviors. 33.What can we learn from paragraph 2? A.Releasing anger is harmful to our health. B.Hitting a punching bag can lessen anger. C.Accepting isn't a good way to avoid anger. D.Complaining can remove minor annoyances. 34.What is Bushman's suggestion? A.See things differently. B.Be forgiving and tolerant. C.Keep in the state of hunger. D.Seek for professional advice. 6 35.Which of the following is the best title for the text? A.How Can We Deal with Life's Annoyances? B.Why Not Run When Facing Annoying Situations? C.Is Venting Healthy,or Does It Make Things Worse? D.Which One Is Better,Being Active or Being Peaceful? 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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为 多余选项。 Eating while doing something else can lead to unhealthy habits.You might consume more unhealthy food than you realize,or get into the habit of eating when you aren't even hungry.36 Mindful eating focuses on the why and the how of eating.There are some steps you can take to begin mindful eating. 37 In other words,food is neither good nor bad.You should pay attention to how that food may help you feel in the short term.Does that food provide you with energy?Does it provide you with a strong desire to eat more of that food? Put together a daily food plan.If you go into the day with a plan,include some of those higher-calorie or less-healthy foods,maybe in smaller amounts or less often.The proportion is OK because you can get most of your needed daily nutrients if you're eating healthfully about 80%,85%of the time.38 Schedule smaller meals about three hours apart.These may be a small mini-meal, such as a yogurt and a piece of fruit and a small handful of nuts.3y It's more having something to carry you over,so you don't go too long without eating and go into the next meal. Seek out people for support.In-person and virtual support groups are an invaluable way to help keep you accountable.They have experienced and practical strategies and they may pass the knowledge on to you.Peer support in these groups is also beneficial. 40After all,there are always others who have been in your shoes before. A Focus on the quality of your diet. B.It doesn't have to be a formal meal. C.Nothing is more important than feeling understood. D.Develop a non-judgmental approach to what you eat. E A practice known as mindful eating can get you back on track. F.Learning how to eat mindfully also reflects a shift in perspective. G.Don't put too much pressure on yourself by expecting perfection every day. 7 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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳 选项。 In my family,Saturday mornings were for dim sum. "If you want to eat it,you learn to 41the menu,"my mom would say,handing me a yellow order sheet.I scanned the 42characters,trying to pick out the ones I knew. "You need to keep up your language,"she added,"Dim sum is the 43to family."Sure enough,every time we ate dim sum at local cha lou,my immigrant mother came alive.Usually shy with her broken Englishy here she told jokes,44 and natural. After my parents moved back to Hong Kong,dim sum always 45 me to contact my mom.Most days in Canada,I 46 the dim sum in an invitig way on my plate and shared pictures of it with her.In response,she sent back hers.This held onto our 47.Despite our differences in our realities-mine as I sought my 48between my life here and my roots there-and hers as she tried to regain her sense of 49 to a home left decades ago,50 dim sum photos,gradually became our51 language. We 52,still.Our feelings are often lost in translation.There may never be the right 53-but always the right food.Whenever we meet.we always54each other's plates with dim sum,which look like mountains of affection. In Chinese,dim sum literally means "touch the heart".For me,it always 55 its name 41.A.keep B.read C.update D.find 42.A.unclear B.small C.unfamiliar D.formal 43.A.access B.duty C.gift D.connection 44.A.easy B.frendly C.calm D.polite 45.A.encouraged B.reminded C.attracted D.taught 46.A.dropped B.made C.arranged D.packed 47.A.choice B.hope C.habit D.relationship 48.A.direction B.identity C.dream D.recognition 49.A.belonging B.service C.gratitude D.devotion 50.A.taking B.appreciating C.collecting D.exchanging 51.A.valuable B.common C.real D.native 52.A.struggle B.complain C.hesitate D.regret 53.A.methods B.occasions C.words D.opportunities 54.A.equip B.pile C.top D.decorate 55.A.accounts for B.refers to as C.stands for D.lives up to 8 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桷形式。 Recently the Sir Percival David Foundation 56.(giit)the world-famous private collection of Chinese ceramics (to the British Museum permanently, which is the highest value object donation in UK museum history with the 1,700 pieces 57. (estimate)at around flbn,including objects like the 1351 blue-and-white David vases'”,the delicate“chicken cup'”,and rare "Ru wares'”from the late 11h century. Due to the 58. (generous)of the Foundation,the British Museum will hold one of the most important collections of Chinese ceramics of any public institution outside the Chinese speaking world,59.(number)10,000 objects. Sir Percival David was a visionary British businessman whose passion 60. China inspired him to study the.tanguage to a very high level.Throughout his life he collected ceramics in Europe,Japan,Hong Kong and China,building the finest private collection of Chinese ceramics. In every respect,this gift achieves the three goals 61.most concerned Sir Percival as he planned for the Collection's future:to well preserve his unique Collection; to keep every single piece on public display together permanently in a reliable Gallery; and 62.(ensure)that the Collection would remain not only a visual display of exceptional beauty,but also 63. education for future generations of academics, students and non-specialists alike,attracted to the Imperial arts of Asia's greatest and longest 64. (civilize). Chair of the British Museum said,"It's a real vote of confidence in our future,and comes at a 65. (high)significant moment for us." 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。你校即将举办英语节，其中拟举办一场英语短视频比赛。赛事负责 人Jenny提出The joy of travelling'和Music lights us up'”两个参赛主题，向大家征 集意见。请给Jenny写一封邮件，内容包括： （1)你的选择； （2)阐述理由。 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 Jenny, I really like the idea of the English short video competition. Yours, Li Hua 9 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。 Ms.Wilson was widely known as the strictest teacher in the entire grade.She carried herself with seriousness,never joining in casual small talk or lighthearted jokes with her students.Though her class was famously lively and mischievous ) always buzzing in other teachers'lessons-the students treated her with absolute respect.No one dared to fool around or crack a silly joke in her presence,for they knew she tolerated no indiscipline. Rarely was a smile seen on her face.Careful in every task,she ran her classes and daily work with precise perfection.Every lesson plan was f且awlessly(无瑕地)organized,. every assignment graded with careful attention,and every classroom rule strictly carried out.It seemed she was determined to keep every single detail of her professional life on track,leaving no room for the slightest mistake or chaos. One ordinary morning,however,an unexpected incident broke her usual routine. As the school bell rang to signal the start of class,Ms.Wilson stepped into the classroom with her usual steady and serious expression.To her immediate confusion, silence did not fall as usual.Instead,low whispers and giggles spread through the rows of desks.Before long,Hammond.the naughtiest boy in the class,couldn't help but let out a laugh,drawing even more curious glances among the students. Frowning,Ms.Wilson shot him her sharp warning look-the one that always instantly quieted all mischief and made everyone sit up straight.Hammond quickly shut tight his mouth,but his shoulders still shook with fun,and the awkward murmurs in the room did not fade away. What surprised her most was that even Shelly,the most sensible and well-behaved girl in the class,could no longer keep calm.Sitting straight in her seat,Shelly's eyes were wide with amusement,and she seemed eager to say something yet a bit hesitant. When their eyes met,Shelly,with courage,gestured toward Ms.Wilson's feet with a subtle hand movement. Paragraph 1:Ms.Wilson glanced down at her own shoes and froze on the spot. Paragraph 2:Sensing Ms.Wilson's embarrassment,Hammond bravely stood up. 高三年级第一学期周练一答案 一.听 1-5 BACBC 6-10 BCACA 11-15 AABCB 16-20 ACBAC 二，阅读 21.B22.C 23.B24.B25.C26.D27.B 28.A29.D 30.B31.C 32.B33.A34.Λ 35.C 三，七选五 36--40 EDGBC 四.元型 41.B 42.C 43.D 44.A 45.B 46.C47.D 48.B 49.A 50.D 51.B 52.A 53.C 54.B 55.D 五.语法填空 56.has gifted 57.estimated 58.generosity 59.numbering 60.fo 61 that/which 62.to ensure 63.an 64.civilization/civilization 65.highly 六.应用文 Dear Jenny, I'm writing to voice my opinion about the theme for our school's English-short-video contest.Between the two given topics,I would prefer "Music lights us up" For one thing,music is a universal language,which can strike a chord with every student regardless of their hobbies.For another,it is accessible to all participants,allowing them to shoot videos related to their favourite songs or live performances.What's more,music has the power to lift our spirits when we are trapped in pressure from study.I firmly believe this theme will inspire us to create impressive works. Hope my suggestion will be helpful. Yours sincerely, LiHua Dear Jenny, Having weighed both themes,I firmly vote for "The joy of travelling"as this year's competition focus. For onc thing.travel offers an inexhaustible wellspring of vibrant visuals-from breathtaking landscapes to bustling street markets-which are naturally camera-friendly and bound to spark participants'creativity.For another,behind every journey lie hidden narratives of cultural encounters and personal growth,allowing students to craft emotionally resonant stories that transcend mere sightseeing.Such authentic content,I believe,would engage our audience far more deeply than abstract musical metaphors.Nevertheless,"Music lights us up"remains a wonderful alternative for future events. I would be delighted to offer further clarification if needed. 七.读后续写 Ms.Wilson glanced down at her own shoes and froze on the spot.A near exclamation slipped out before she could stop herself."Oh my goodness!"Suddenly,it all clicked.Exhausted from a restless night with little sleep,she had been a bit dizzy and rushed while getting rcady for work that morning.In a hurry,she had accidentally put on two completely different sneakers -one on each foot,mismatched in style and design.She had been walking and standing all morning without noticing the ridiculous mistake.Heat rushed to her cheeks in an instant,and her face flushed bright red.For someone who always pursued perfection and hated making trivial errors in front of students,this careless mistake felt utterly awful. Sensing Ms.Wilson's embarrassment,Hammond bravely stood up.With a sincere and playful tone,he smiled and said,"Ms.Wilson,this is actually a new and unique fashion trend!It looks really special on you."As Hammond,the "troublemaker",finished his words,others all nodded in agreement.Both deeply touched by kindness and amused by her own silly blunder,Ms.Wilson finally relaxed her tight,stern expression.For the first time in a long while in class,she let out a genuine,hearty laugh.Then the whole classroom was instantly filled with warm,casy happiness. and the tense atmosphere vanished without a trace.Every student sat more loosely in their seats, no longer nervous around their teacher. Text l W:Come inside and sit by the fire.You must be cold. M:I am,a little bit-but at least it isn't raining any more. W:It's nice to see the sun again.but the temperature is still very low. Text 2 W:I'm going to make a sheet to show who does what job each day.I'm fed up with doing everything. M:Can you do the dishes please?I hate that. W:Fine.You can clean the toilet and tidy up your books instead. Text 3 W:I can't believe I have been elected to the student union.I thought everyone would vote for Jessica as she is really popular. M:Indeed,she is popular and she is clever,but people trust you.They believe that you will do what you say. Text 4 M:I'm just putting the last part on this motor I'm making for iy engineering course.I must say this work quite interests me. W:It seems difficult to know where everything goes. M:It may look confusing,but I've got good teachers who show me where things go. Text 5 M:This box of chocolates is not the biggest one,but the best thing about it is that there are different types and you can choose what you like best. W:Like nut chocolates,dark chocolates,and strawberry cream chocolates? M:Yes,exactly. Text 6 M:How is your sister,Lucy?Has she had the operation yet? W:Yes,just last night.Luckily,everything went well with it. M:Oh,that's great.How is she doing? W:She's recovered well. 2 M:That's wonderful.You look pretty tired yourself. W:I am.I was there at the hospital with her when she had the operation.It wasn't over until 2:00a.m. M:No wonder.You should go home and get some sleep. W:That's what I'm going to do right now.Otherwise I won't be fit for work tomorrow. M:Give my regards to your sister. Text 7 M:Comc along with me.I'll show you around the house. W:Thank you.I'm a bit nervous,to be honest.I've ncver worked in such a big housc before. There are so many rooms and oven a big garden! M:Yes,it is rather large,but I'm sure you'll soon get used to it.You'll need to know every inch of the building,as you'll be cleaning different rooms and generally helping wherever needed...Here is the living room. W:What an amazing room!That television is like a cincma screen.And look at all the finc furniture!I bet this house is worth more than a million dollars M:Actually,the owner bought it for four million dollars back in 2015,but it is worth twice that much now...Let me now show you to your room. Text 8 W:Hi,Bob,come in.This is my new office. M:Wow,it's great.There is so much fumiture,such as the sofa,the armchair. W:How about my desk?Isn't it beautiful? M:Yes.Look at that!Is that a new computer? W:Yes,it is,the latest model. M:But there aren't any windows here.It's a little airless. W:Yeah,it's a piry. M:Is thai a new Times magazine on your desk? W:Exactly.There are some more copies in the cupboard. M:That's a great magazine.I love it. W:I also have other magazines like Wealth,The New York Times in my house,not here.You can borrow them anytime you want to.Would you like a cup of coffee? M:Surc.Is there a coffee maker here? W:Yes,there is.There is everything in this office. M:You're lucky. W:Yes,I am.You are welcome anytime.Now,let's make a coffee. Text 9 W:As you are also here in the library,I want to talk with you about our trip. M:Oh,OK W:This week-long bike ride is going to be awesome.I'm especially looking forward to the start of the holiday when we camp out in the mountains. M:Me too.We've been planning this holiday for about a year now.I can't wait to get going. W:The only part that worries me is the route we are planning to take on the sixth day. Cycling through the city won't be safe. M:It will be perfectly OK,as long as we watch where we're going. W:Remember your younger brother is coming with us.He's only twelve and ['m not sure he is ready for that kind of bike ride.It's going to be busy at that time of the day as well.There will be cars and buses all over the place. M:I suppose you're right.But how else will we get to the hotel? 3 W:Look at this map.My idea is to cyclc to this train station in a village.It is eight miles from the city center,and then we can take a train to the hotel.What do you think? M:Are we allowed to take bikes on trains? W:Yes,I've checked. M:I think that's a great idea!Let's order the tickets now! Text 10 I'm glad so many of you have come for the gardening class.Welcome,all of you. Each week,we will be growing and looking after our plants,and I will show you all how to get the best out of them.You will all have your own small section of land where you can choose which plants to grow.This week,we want a bed of roses to brighten up the place.In the following weeks,you may wish to grow your own flowers,fruit and vegetables.I will be here to advise and encourage you.I am here cvery day,so it is easy to come and find me if you have any questions.All I ask in return is that you have a great time in the great outdoors. Gardening is such a wonderful thing to do.It's good exercise,and rewarding.Plus,when you garden in groups like this,it turns into a wonderful social event too. Right then,let me show you to your areas.Follow me.