山东省青岛第五十八中学2026-2027学年高二上学期10月份月考英语试题

保密★启用前 2025级高二调研测试（1） 英语 2026.10 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和试卷指定位置。 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，再选涂其他答案题号。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） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5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。每段对话读两遍。 1. How does the woman feel about robot-run shops? A. Concerned. B. Excited. C. Surprised. 2. When will the train arrive? A. At 3:00 p.m. B. At 3:30 p.m. C. At 3:50 p.m. 3. What is the man’s suggestion? A. Rewrite the essay. B. Accept the feedback. C. Talk with the teacher. 4. How will the speakers order their food? A. By using an app. B. By making a call. C. By ordering at the restaurant. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. Changing a flight. B. Lengthening a trip. C. Preparing for a meeting. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5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 did the man like most about the restaurant? A. The price. B. The food. C. The atmosphere. 7. What will the man do next? A. Write his report. B. Go to the restaurant. C. Order some fruit juice. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the man come to the hall? A. To watch an opera. B. To practice singing. C. To meet a singer. 9. What strikes the woman most about opera? A. Hardworking singers. B. Amazing shows. C. Cultural roots. 10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Singer and fan. B. Tour guide and tourist. C. Theater worker and visitor. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a studio. B. In a bookstore. C. In a museum. 12. In which aspect is Canvas Kids special? A. Its fascinating stories. B. Its educational tests. C. Its colorful pictures. 13. What inspired the woman to choose the career? A. Her childhood dream. B. Her passion for success. C. Her mother’s expectations. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. Why is Paul anxious about his presentation? A. He desires a good score. B. He knows little about art. C. He has too much to cover. 15. What is a good start for Paul’s presentation? A. Specific types of art. B. Various periods in art. C. Different subjects on art. 16. What does the woman advise Paul to do? A. List all the details. B. Study art movements. C. Simplify his contents. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. Who is the speaker probably? A. A travel blogger. B. A scientist. C. A photographer. 18. What colour are the Northern Lights at the beginning? A. Red. B. Purple. C. Green. 19. Where did the speaker see the Northern Lights? A. In Sweden. B. In America. C. In Finland. 20. What does the speaker want to tell in the end? A. Nature is awesome. B. Humans make wonders. C. Sky spirits are mysterious. 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（共12小题；每小题2.5分，满分30分） A Finding your next awesome read When you read as much as we do, it can be hard to find a good new book. There are so many read out there that it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all of the possibilities, often leading to a disappointing choice or wasted money and time. We’re here to make the process just a little bit easier. Here are five tips to find your next awesome read: World’s famous works If you’re looking for a popular current read, then bestseller lists are a great place to start. Usually there’s a reason that a book ends up on one of these lists, guaranteeing a high quality read. There are always the classic lists to consult, like the New York Times or USA Today, which are both reliable and constant. Book clubs Maybe you’re already part of a local book club, so you know how great they can be in terms of introducing you to new books you might not discover on your own. But there are also tons of online book clubs you can join, giving you an even wider access to some awesome reads. Some of these clubs are celebrity-run, like Oprah’s Book Club 2.0 or Emma Watson’s feminist book club: Our Shared Shelf. To 100 Lists Another way of finding a good book is to consult a top 100 lists. There are tons of them out there, from the traditional to the unusual. If you’re looking for a lot of solid classics, then try Time’s All-Time 100 Novels, which included books like On the Road and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. If you want something a little more global, then head over to the greathooks. org for their Top 100 works in World Literature. Goodreads Considering the fact that part of Goodreads’ mission is to “help people find and share the books they love,” then there’s no surprise that it’s an awesome way to discover new reads. Fans, readers and authors all connect on the site, sharing reviews and shelving books they’re interested in. 21. What can we infer from the first paragraph? A. Reading wastes a lot of time. B. There are various wonderful books out there. C. Electric books are more popular now. D. Readers prefer to buy books online. 22. Which one would you join if you’re a fan of Emma Watson? A. A local book club. B. Book club 2.0. C. Feminist book club. D. A celebrity club. 23. Where can we probably find the text? A. An online column. B. A travel journal. C. A text book. D. A newspaper. B Diana was out shopping in a busy department store after work one evening. Just five minutes before closing time, she heard a staff member saying, “someone is having a seizure (癫痫)”: Walking quickly towards the staff member, Diana saw a fellow shopper on the ground. She had fallen and was lying on the floor, jerking uncontrollably. A small group of people had gathered to help the woman and a staff member called an ambulance. Diana knew that she could use what she had learned on her first aid course to help as well. Knowing it was important to keep the woman safe, one of the employees brought over a staff jacket and they put it under the woman’s head so she wouldn’t injure herself. “The seizure probably lasted only a few minutes, but it seemed much longer while it was going on,” Diana said. “When the jerking stopped, a man helped turn the woman on to her side. I then tilted her head back to help her keep breathing. After the seizure, the woman seemed not to be able to understand what we were saying and couldn’t speak. Luckily, I had learned that this can happen after a seizure and it may take some time for people to get back to normal.” “It was such a comfort when she very tentatively answered that she was OK. By this time, the ambulance was on its way, the store had closed for the night and the other shoppers who had helped at first had left.” “We all a-greed that the woman was in safe hands with the first aider and a nurse who had also stopped to help, so I started to make my way out of the store.” “As I was leaving, one of the store’s employees said, ‘thank you for your kindness’”. “I was very touched by her words, and I told her that I’d learned first aid in case something like this ever happened, and now it had. Even though the incident left me feeling very shaken, I was glad I knew what to do to help.” 24. What did Diana do to help the woman suffering from a seizure? A. She called an ambulance for her. B. She helped turn the woman to one side. C. She brought over a staff jacket to keep her warm. D. She made sure the woman could breathe easily. 25. How did Diana feel after the incident? A. Grateful. B. Relieved. C. Anxious. D. Regretful. 26. What can we learn from the last two paragraphs? A. Diana stayed to help when the ambulance arrived. B. The woman could not answer their questions because of pain. C. It was essential to learn some knowledge of first aid. D. The employee was too frightened to offer a helping hand. 27. Which proverb can be applied to Diana’s actions in this situation? A. Actions speak louder than words. B. Constant dropping water wears the stone. C. A friend in need is a friend indeed. D. Where there is a will, there is a way. C Picture yourself halfway up a winding trail, lungs burning, legs trembling, the summit still out of sight. You want to stop but you don’t. Something quiet and steady inside keeps you moving. That inner force, psychologists call grit (毅力) — the combination of persistence (坚持) and passion that keeps us going after goals. A new study from researchers at the China University of Geosciences explored what really develops that quality in young adults — routine workouts in the gym or unpredictable adventures in the wild. Over 1,200 university students took part in a 16–18-week course in either traditional physical education or outdoor education. Their grit levels were measured before and after the courses from two aspects: persistence of effort and consistency of interest. The answer, it turns out, lies somewhere between sweat and scenery. Both groups improved, but the difference was striking. Outdoor education produced bigger gains across every measure of grit, especially persistence. Students who spent a term facing real-world challenges became mentally stronger. That sense of mastery — “I can handle this” — builds the same kind of grit linked to lower anxiety, better dealing with stress, and greater life satisfaction. In contrast, traditional PE improved students’ persistence but actually reduced their interest consistency — their ability to stay engaged with long-term goals. Repetitive routines, limited autonomy, and predictable settings may weaken curiosity over time. Outdoor education, however, thrives on uncertainty. Newness doesn’t just keep us entertained; it keeps us engaged. From the perspective of Self-Determination Theory, outdoor programs meet the three psychological needs that fuel motivation: autonomy (you choose how to face challenges), competence (you see progress), and relatedness (you rely on teammates). Together, they create a powerful recipe for inner motivation. This study shows that the environment we learn in shapes not just our bodies but our minds’ ability to persist. In a world of digital distraction (分心) and instant satisfaction, outdoor education reminds us that grit grows through hardship. For anyone seeking for long-term change, the message is simple: step outside. 28. Which one is most beneficial to the development of grit? A. Running on the same school track. B. Swimming in a sports center pool. C. Climbing mountains in a natural park. D. Playing basketball in an indoor stadium. 29. What does the underlined word “thrives” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Focuses. B. Grows. C. Depends. D. Survives. 30. Why is Self-Determination Theory mentioned in paragraph 4? A. To explain outdoor programs’ motivational effect. B. To analyze the physical benefits of newness in life. C. To introduce the popularity of outdoor education. D. To define the key driving factors of motivation. 31. What is the main idea of the text? A. Grit contributes to the long-term change. B. Outdoor challenges build a tougher mind. C. Natural scenery improves mental health. D. Routine workouts weaken inner motivation. D Over the past few years, areas in East Asia, North America and northern Europe have been colder than normal during some periods of winter. This has left many debating whether Earth is experiencing global warming or not, but scientists have shown that Earth’s warming trends are responsible. When people in the Northern Hemisphere hear North Pole or Arctic region, they automatically think of the hemisphere’s northernmost area, the home of extremely cold weather during late fall and winter. During this time, very little, if any, sunlight reaches the Arctic’s stratosphere, one layer of Earth’s atmosphere that exists six to 20 kilometers above Earth’s surface. To balance the temperature difference with that of the warm equatorial region, an area of low pressure called the polar vortex forms and flows in a complete circle around the pole. This occurs inside the stratosphere (平流层) about 10 kilometers above the Earth’s surface. While this belt of strong winds is usually stable and able to keep the cold air contained, it can be destroyed by loss of sea ice, due to global warming. This results in surface temperatures changing, changes which make them less stable. If this happens, the polar vortex may shift, slipping off the North Pole and moving south, or it can separate into two or three rings that form in multiple places far south of the pole. This stretching or distortion of the polar vortex also makes influences on the path of the polar jet stream, which is responsible for Earth’s weather. This jet stream, along with three other primary jet streams in different parts of the world, is located in the troposphere (对流层), the atmospheric layer just below the stratosphere. The polar jet stream’s air currents blow from 177 kilometers an hour to over 400kilometers an hour and from west to east between 50 degrees and 60 degrees latitude — think from France to Norway. The differences in cold polar air and warm mid-latitude air form the polar jet stream, and its movement prolongs periods of cold or warm weather in different regions. Large temperature differences between the Arctic and mid-latitudes cause the polar jet stream to be strong and move straight, keeping the cold in the north. Because the Arctic is warming at a fast pace, the temperature difference between it and mid-latitudes is decreasing, making the polar jet stream slower and weaker. That, in turn, makes the stream more likely to bend north and south. When it bends far enough, the barrier between Arctic and mid-latitude air can dive down to Mexico, taking Arctic temperatures along for the ride. Although heat and cold are considered opposites, in the case of climate, the former can cause the latter. 32. What causes the polar vortex to form? A. Sea ice loss in the Arctic B. The polar jet stream’s bending C. Strong winds inside the troposphere D. Temperature differences with the equator 33. The word “prolong” (para 5) is closest in meaning to ________ A. control B. regulate C. extend D. chorten 34. Why do some winters get colder globally? A. Arctic warming weakens jet stream B. The polar vortex becomes stronger C. Less sunlight reaches Arctic D. The Arctic loses its cold air 35. What is the main focus of the passage? A The Relationship between Warming Earth and Colder Winters. B. The Potential Reasons for Earth Becoming Warmer and Warmer. C. The Strange Phenomenon of Warming Trends with Colder Weather. D. The Temperature Differences between the Arctic and Mid-latitude Areas. 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。 Many people’s mood goes slightly down as the days are getting shorter. Even if you don’t suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) -also called winter depression you might feel different than just a few weeks ago. Does that sound familiar? 36 As Mirthy’s Laughter Yoga Leader, I strongly believe in the health benefits of laughter, which are indeed impressive. The most obvious gain is that it puts people in a good mood. We assess mood levels before and after the Laughter Yoga session. Many participants’ mood goes up by at least two points-and that’s without drugs or pills, just by “a little bit” of laughter. Dr Madan Kataria who is a medical doctor and created Laughter Yoga did quite a bit of research and found that laughter is a mild antidepressant (抗抑郁) as it releases endorphins and serotonin. 37 again hormones and natural opiates (天然鸦片) play a big role in it-and without side effects. 38 It reduces the levels of stress hormones in our bodies. If you keep in mind that almost 90% of all ill-nesses are associated with stress and tension we hold in our body, laughter is an easy remedy, isn’t it? So there is some truth in the old saying: “Laughter is the best medicine” -well, at least it’s a start! Some people go to the gym first thing in the morning, if that’s not your thing, just keep in mind that laughter is an aerobic exercise (有氧运动) -probably with much more fun! 39 I could go on, but I’ll stop here. For more health benefits, check out the PubMed research database where you’ll find over 2,600 references to laughter. 40 A. Just bring yourself an open mind. B. Laughter is also a great stress relief. C. If so, I have a possible solution for you! D. This is to support our oxygen intake even more. E. What’s more, laughter can be a natural pain killer. F. Or maybe you can simply join us for the next Mirthy class. G. Research found that ten minutes of laughter equals thirty minutes on the rowing machine. 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。 As part of my New Year’s resolution, I decided it was time to get my driver’s license. I’ve said I would do it for five years now, yet I never 41 it. Driving felt like a teenager’s thing, not something you began in your twenties, and I convinced myself I had somehow 42 my window. When I finally sat in the driver’s seat last week, my 43 asked if I had ever driven before. I admitted this was my first time. Saying it out felt 44 , like admitting I couldn’t ride a bike. I imagined people 45 me, wondering why I hadn’t done this sooner. What started as anxiety about not being able to drive 46 anxiety about everything else, like not having moved out of my parents’ house yet and not having travelled to countless countries. Suddenly, all my quiet 47 resurfaced. Of course, 48 reasons delayed my learning. Living in a city with convenient public transport, the cost of lessons, and the expense of owning a car all 49 careful planning before booking my first lesson. 50 , there was always that annoying voice reminding me that I “should” have already done it. As I continue learning to drive and improving with each lesson, I realise that driving, like many achievements, doesn’t come with a rigid 51 . It’s just a milestone reached when it’s most 52 . Feelings of incompetence arise from 53 between peers when you haven’t done something society considers 54 by a certain point in life. But life is complicated. Learning something new should never be 55 as being too late. 41. A. believe B. start C. stop D. forget 42. A. seized B. opened C. missed D. found 43. A. instructor B. boss C. classmate D. passenger 44. A. amusing B. exciting C. annoying D. embarrassing 45. A. persuading B. judging C. complaining D. reminding 46. A. took over B. broke down C. evolved into D. differed from 47. A. injustices B. difficulties C. mistakes D. insecurities 48. A. practical B. strange C. simple D. formal 49. A. followed B. avoided C. required D. provided 50. A. Otherwise B. Still C. Instead D. Therefore 51. A. timeline B. approach C. system D. structure 52. A. urgent B. valuable C. helpless D. convenient 53. A. impressions B. conflicts C. comparisons D. relationships 54. A. typical B. necessary C. fashionable D. positive 55. A. framed B. accumulated C. created D. researched 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。 Lately, all of us have seen Chinese people on TV in far-off places in the world, helping other countries to develop. Some people may ask, “Is it 56 (true) worth it? Why help overseas when China has areas still in need of development?” I had the same questions myself. But for me, it was much more personal. My mother, a medical doctor, 57 (assign) to work as a volunteer consultant in Tanzania. Honestly, when she first left, I was upset. We talked together, we spent our leisure time together, 58 except for school and work, we were never apart. So I was unhappy about her leaving 59 asking for my input. But then I began to sing a different tune after learning about her work in Tanzania, 60 country where people are likely 61 (contract) many diseases, rare in China. One project that my mother worked on was helping build a cardiac hospital. My mother also does a circuit of the rural villages to provide medical treatment and offer professional 62 (consult) and training to local doctors. Today, I want to relay that I am fully 63 (support) of my mother’s work. We, as global citizens interested in world stability, should commit ourselves to building a community with a 64 (share) future for mankind. When I think of 65 we as Chinese citizens can be most proud of, helping others comes at the top of this list. 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） 假定你是学校科学社团负责人李华，下月社团将举行“奇思妙想”（Blue-sky Thinking）创新营活动。请你给英国朋友Chris写一封邮件，请他就活动方案提出意见，内容包括： 1．介绍方案； 2．征询建议。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Dear Chris, ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） In a small town in Iowa, sixteen-year-old Emma Thompson was an ambitious student with dreams of becoming a scientist. Every year, the local high school held a science fair, and Emma had always placed high but never won first place This year, she was determined to change that. Emma spent months working on her project, a study on renewable energy using algae (藻类). She recorded data, ran experiments, and even stayed up late into the night perfecting her presentation. Her parents often found her working at her laptop, surrounded by books and lab equipment. One evening, a week before the science fair, Emma was working on her project when her laptop screen suddenly went black. Panicked, she tried to restart it, but it was no use. All her data, notes, and the presentation were on that laptop, and she hadn’t backed up her files. Desperate, Emma took the laptop to the local repair shop. The technician told her it would take at least a week to recover the data, if it was even possible. Emma left the shop, feeling a sense of despair. How could she possibly recreate everything in just a few days? Returning home, she sat on her bed, fighting back tears. Her mind flashed back to a conversation she had had with her science teacher, Mr. Reynolds, earlier in the year. He told her the true test of a scientist was not in how they handled success, but in how they overcame failure and that innovation often came from the ability to adapt and persevere. Emma let Mr. Reynolds’ words sink in. She realized that this was her chance to prove herself-as a true scientist. Determined to make the best of her situation, she began to gather all the resources she still had. She found her handwritten notes, some scattered (散乱的) papers and relied on her memory to recall key points of her research. 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 Paragraph 1: Taking a deep breath, Emma decided to start over. Paragraph 2: After the fair, the winners were to be announced. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2025级高二 调研测试（1） 英语学科 参考答案 2026.10 第一部分 听力（共20小题：每小题1.5分，满分30分） 1-5 ACBAB 6-10 CAACC 11-15 ABACB 16-20 CACBA 21-23 BCA 24-27 DBCA 28-31 CBAB 32-35 DCAA 36-40 CEBGF 41-45 BCADB 46-50 CDACB 51-55 ADCBA 56. truly 57. was assigned 58. and 59. without 60. a 61. to contract 62. consultation 63. supportive 64. shared 65. what 应用文： Dear Chris, I hope this email finds you well. Aiming to spark students’ curiosity and foster their creativity, our school Science Club is to organize a science camp themed on Blue-sky Thinking next month. I’m writing to seek your advice on the scheme of the camp. As scheduled, the camp will offer a rich blend of activities like expert lectures, interactive seminars and collaboration on creative designs. The camp will kick off with a lecture delivered by a renowned scientist, whose remarkable insights are sure to encourage the generation to contribute innovative ideas. Afterwards, AI enthusiasts from the club will also share their original designs so as to make the camp experience more enjoyable and inspiring. Given your experience and keen eye for innovation, we are eager to receive your feedback on the scheme. Best wishes! Yours sincerely, Li Hua 读后续写： Taking a deep breath, Emma decided to start over. A wave of determination surged through Emma as she reminded herself that a true scientist never gave up. She spread out her scattered notes, carefully piecing together data from the scraps of paper she had left. Upon finding her handwritten notes, she organized them methodically, cross-referenced her memory, and began rewriting her presentation. The dim light of her desk lamp illuminated her tired but focused face, as the ticking clock reminded her of the fast-approaching deadline. No sooner had she recreated part of her project than she realized she could make improvements to her original design. After the fair, the winners were to be announced. “Your resilience and innovation are what science is all about,” one judge remarked, smiling warmly. Hearing the judge’s words, Emma felt a wave of relief and pride, realizing that her efforts had been worth it. Her eyes glistened with unshed tears as she clutched her certificate tightly, her heart swelling with gratitude. Having overcome her challenges, Emma realized that success wasn’t just about winning but about perseverance and learning. This experience taught Emma that true science lies not in perfection, but in the courage to keep going. 听力录音稿 Text 1 M: Do you know there are now some shops fully run by robots, no humans? It’s so cool! W: But wouldn’t that lead to job losses for many people? Also, it might increase people’s dependence on electronic products such as smartphones. Text 2 M: What time is it now? W: It’s 3:20 p.m. Our train was supposed to arrive at 3:00 p.m., but it has been delayed. M: Oh no! When will it arrive then? W: According to the timetable, we still have to wait for 30 minutes. Text 3 W: I wish my teacher weren’t so hard on me. He’s written so many comments on my essay. M: Think of it on the bright side. If you take on board what he says, you will make progress. Text 4 M: Do you fancy Indian food for dinner? W: Sounds good! Here, pass me my phone. My food delivery app often has special offers. Yeah, look… 20% off all in-app orders, if you collect the food from the restaurant in person. M: No problem. I can do that. Text 5 M: Do you think we should book a flight back from the conference a day early? W: What for? We can as well stay for the weekend. M: You’re right. Let’s try to make the most of it. I’ve never been to New York before. Text 6 W: Hi, Bob. Did you enjoy the restaurant that you and our client went to yesterday? M: Yes, it was fantastic! The dining room had hardwood floors, wooden tables and chairs. And there were servers playing the violin during the meal, which made me feel relaxed. I liked this part best. W: That sounds amazing. What did you eat? M: We had Boston lobster and seafood salad. We also drank a lot of fruit juice. The prices were reasonable. W: I wish I could have joined you. I love seafood. Maybe we can go there together after work? M: No problem. Now I have to finish my report first. Text 7 W: Sorry, I’m afraid there are no performances today. The hall is for singers to practice. M: Oh, sorry. It’s my first time in Florence, and I’m excited to see an opera. I’m a huge fan. W: If you came on a different day, that would be possible. This city is the birthplace of opera, so no trip to Italy is complete without visiting a hall like this. M: You’re right. I guess if I can’t watch a performance, at least I can learn something. Could you tell me something about opera? W: Sure. Actually, “opera” in Italian means “work” or “effort”. It shows how much practice singers need. The stories told through opera shows are amazing, but the history and cultural customs behind the stories are what inspire me most. Hope you can learn more about that. M: Thank you. W: Well, since the singers aren’t here yet, I can show you around the special seating areas in the hall. M: Perfect! Text 8 M: Our guest today is Lily Hayes, the editor of the popular children’s magazine Canvas Kids. Welcome, Lily! W: Thank you. It’s a pleasure to join you. M: Lily, Canvas Kids has been a favorite among kids for years. Can you share what makes it so unique? W: Sure! You know, Canvas Kids has tons of interesting stories and beautiful pictures. But what really sets it apart is that we have fun tests to practice readers’ thinking skills and encourage them to explore new ideas that are helpful for their studies. M: Brilliant! And Lily, I wonder what attracted you to this field. W: At the age of 10, my mom bought me a children’s magazine. It made me feel curious about the world. From then on, I realized this kind of magazine had incredible power to shape how kids see the world. So I dreamed of being part of this industry. M: That’s such a beautiful story. It’s clear that your passion really shines through in your work. Text 9 W: Hi, Paul. I’ve heard you’ve been stressing out about your presentation on art. M: Yes, I am. W: Are you still going to talk about different types of art? M: Well, I was planning to, but there’s so much stuff on the subject that I’m finding it difficult to put it all into one short presentation. W: Well, there’s a lot to discuss about the different periods in art. M: That’s a good way to start. W: Then you can bring in how specific types of art were popular in some periods, like sculptures in the classical period and paintings in the Renaissance period. And how to use a wide variety of media to create modern art nowadays. Just keep it brief, because it’s a large area. There are so many periods and movements in art, and you don’t want to just list them one by one. M: I agree. Thanks a lot, Isabel. Text 10 If you ever travel to the far north, you might be lucky enough to see the Northern Lights. Even though I have traveled to many places, they still take my breath away. My followers all know I’ve shared all kinds of travel tips online. So, trust the advice of an expert. Don’t miss this! At first. they look like green clouds that appear in the night sky. Then the lights begin to move like the wind and shine as they shift. They change color in waves of green, purple, and even red. To see them, you can travel to European countries like Finland, Sweden, and Norway, or witness this wonder in Alaska, USA, just as I did. Usually, people visit remote areas with no artificial light or tall buildings, and stand in silence, watching the sky. I heard from a local guide, in ancient times, people believed the lights were messages from sky spirits. Today, even though we know what causes them, we are still left with a sense of wonder. Seeing them reminds us how small we are and how amazing the natural world can be. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $