河北石家庄市第一中学2026-2027学年高三年级上学期10月学情检测英语试题

10月考试答案 听力1-5 ACBAA 6-10 BAACA 11-15 BACAB 16-20 CABCC 阅读理解21-23 BBC 24-27 CABA 28-31 CDDB 32-35 ADDC 七选五36-40 AEBCF 完形填空41-45 CBDAD 46-50 BCADB 51-55 CADBC 语法填空 56. it 57. who 58. was hit 59. documented 60. brightly 61. in 62. lays 63. emphasis 64. telling 65. to have died 应用文 Dear Jason, I’m writing to support your decision to ban students from using AI to finish English writing tasks. From my perspective, this rule will benefit our long-term English learning. My own experience proves that relying too much on AI does great harm to our writing ability. Last semester, I often turned to AI for my English essays and I could finish the tasks easily. However, the awful score on the final exam taught me a hard lesson. It turned out that over-reliance on AI greatly weakened my practical writing competence. Despite its great convenience, AI gradually took away my chances to practice independent thinking. I believe that with your guidance, we are sure to improve our writing by practicing. Yours, Li Hua 读后续写 Soon, her conversation was finished, and I invited her to sit down. She sat at the kitchen table, picked up my résumé, and asked gently about my job search. Embarrassed, I recounted my struggle to find work since losing my position. “What a coincidence,” she said. “I run a small marketing firm downtown.” Surprised, I listened as she explained that they had been searching for someone to fill a staff vacancy that matched my background perfectly. Our conversation went on for a while, during which I elaborated on my experience. I answered her questions, and she answered mine. It was the most informal job interview I’d ever had. Before leaving, she looked at me warmly and said, “Consider the job yours if you want it.” A wave of joy washed over me — I no longer needed to worry about rent or the next day’s uncertainty. She thanked me, too, for my kindness in lending the phone, and we agreed to meet at her office on Monday to finalize the details. We said goodbye like old friends. After she left, I stood in the quiet kitchen, hardly able to believe my luck. This was a day I’d never forget — not the day I found a job, but the day a job, quite literally, found me at home. 听力原文 Text 1 M: Where are you heading now? You don’t look very well. W: I planned to have a physical exam in the hospital, but I need to meet my parents at the airport first. Text 2 W: I want one pound of pork and three pounds of chicken. M: The pork is $3.50 a pound and the chicken is $5.25 a pound. W: OK, I think that will be all for me today. Text 3 M: Hello, this is Bill. Is David in? W: No, he’s looking after his mother in the hospital. Could I take a message? M: Well, please tell him that I can’t go to the cinema tonight since I’m having a party at my house. Text 4 M: Wednesdays are going to be busy days for me. Three classes in the morning and then two in the afternoon. I won’t even have time for lunch. W: You really should try to fit it in though. You know those afternoon classes would be tough enough to sit through if your stomach is empty. Text 5 W: The fence is very attractive. M: Yes, and is useful. It really cuts down on the number of people cutting across my garden. Otherwise, the grass is always in a mess. W: Oh, I thought you just wanted to decorate your garden. Text 6 W: Did you have a nice weekend, Charlie? M: Not really. I went camping with my family. W: That sounds fun. M: It wasn’t. Camping is so boring. I didn’t have any service on my phone, so I couldn’t check Facebook or Twitter the whole weekend. W: That doesn’t sound like a big deal. Didn’t you enjoy spending time together with your family? M: Not really. I was taking pictures of my parents fishing all day long, but I couldn’t even post them on Twitter until we got back on Monday. However, my brother enjoyed swimming very much. W: Hmm. It sounds to me that you need to learn how to enjoy life without sharing every moment on social media. Text 7 M: Excuse me, but are you looking at this help wanted notice too? I’m sorry if I was in your way. W: You’re not in my way. I thought this would be an interesting place to work, but I’m not sure. M: Why not? It’s an Indian store. I bet it’s an exciting place to work. At least you learn a lot about India. It looks like they sell all kinds of interesting things here, like incense and traditional Indian clothes. W: What’s incense? M: It’s a great invention. Somehow, they make thin sticks that smell really nice. You burn one end of the stick with a match or a lighter. Then you blow out the flame. The stick burns very slowly after that, and the smoke fills the room with a wonderful smell. W: How do you know so much about Indian things? M: Oh, I traveled there a few years ago. I wanted to visit a place that was very different from where I grew up. Text 8 W: Hi. I would like a ticket to Brussels, please. M: Certainly, madam. We have an express train leaving at 7 a.m. and an overnight train that leaves at 9 p.m. Which one do you want? W: How long does it take to get there? M: Twelve hours. We now have tickets available only for first class on the express train. If you’d like, you can choose a second class ticket for the overnight train, which is cheaper. W: Yeah, I think that is the best choice. Do you serve food on the train? M: Yes, of course. There is a dining car on the train where they serve meals at all times. We also provide water and coffee for all of our passengers for free. W: Great. I’ll take it. M: Here you are, madam. Remember to be here at least 30 minutes before the train leaves. W: I understand. Thank you very much. Text 9 M: Good afternoon. Thanks for joining us today. I am talking to one of the best-known faces on television, Cathy Ko. Cathy, welcome. Thanks for being here. W: Oh, it’s my pleasure. M: Can you tell us exactly what you do? W: As you know, I’m the host of the show, presenting stories in the news and doing live interviews. M: So, you probably have to do a lot of research, right? W: Oh my, yes. Sometimes the day before the interview, I call the person who’s going to be appearing so that I can find out more about the topic. M: Uh-huh. What does it take for someone to be a good host? W: First, you have to have a nice-sounding voice. Then, you have to be a good listener, and you have to think quickly. I mean, even though you might have a set list of questions at the back of your mind, you also have to be able to respond to the unexpected things the guest may say. M: And finally, a question. What advice would you give to the young people who want to become TV show hosts? W: Well, the first is being curious. Second is being able to communicate well with other people, which is probably the most important thing. M: That’s very valuable advice. Kathy, thanks again for joining us. Text 10 Hello, I’d like to introduce you to the Rainforest Cafe, our world-famous restaurant chain is designed with the South American rainforests in mind. From the first step inside, our guests are greeted with sounds of rainforest animals, like monkeys and parrots. As you go to the dining room, you’ll pass between large tanks filled with beautiful rainforest fish. Don’t be worried if you see a wild animal. They aren’t real ones. We just want our customers to see examples of animals that are dying out, because that’s the real purpose of the Rainforest Cafe. We want to help people learn about the beauty of places that are quickly being destroyed. Rainforests are very important to all living things on earth, but they are at an alarming rate being burned and cut down to make space for farms and more houses. At the Rainforest Cafe, we want to help the public learn about the beauty of rainforests. We also serve dishes inspired by traditional South American food. Our waiters serve main dish with a story about the culture it comes from. We invite you to share an amazing experience with us. Get ready for your next adventure. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2024级10月学情检测英语试卷 第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What will the woman do first? A. Go to the airport. B. Take an exam. C. Have a rest. 2. How much should the woman pay for the chicken? A. $8.75. B. $10.5. C. $15.75. 3. Why does the man make the call? A. To invite David to a party. B. To cancel an appointment. C. To send his regards. 4. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Make time for lunch. B. Take fewer classes. C. Work out more. 5. What is the man’s purpose of putting up the fence? A. To protect his garden. B. To decorate his garden. C. To attract more visitors. 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。 听下面的录音，回答第6和第7小题。 6. What seemed to have ruined the man’s holiday mood? A. The trouble with taking photos. B. The lack of cell phone signal. C. The boredom of fishing. 7. What does the woman imply in the end? A. Life could be fun without social media. B. Family activities are necessary. C. Social media destroys life. 听下面的录音，回答第8至第10小题。 8. What is the man doing? A. Looking at job postings. B. Interviewing a candidate. C. Selecting local specialties. 9. What is the “Great Invention” mentioned by the man? A. A delicate lighter. B. A fine matchstick. C. A scented (芳香的) thin stick. 10. What do we know about the man? A. He has visited India. B. He was born in India. C. He has worked in India. 听下面的录音，回答第11至第13小题。 11. How many hours later does the overnight train depart than the express train? A. Two hours. B. Fourteen hours. C. Sixteen hours. 12. Which ticket will the woman take? A. Second-class for the overnight. B. First-class for the overnight. C. First-class for the express. 13. Which of the following would be free on the woman’s train? A. Water and meals. B. Meals and coffee. C. Water and coffee. 听下面的录音，回答第14至第17小题。 14. What is the man probably doing? A. Hosting a program. B. Conducting a job interview. C. Answering listeners’ questions. 15. What is the woman probably? A. A social researcher. B. A TV presenter. C. A book club host. 16. Why should a good host think quickly? A. Emergencies can happen live. B. Guests may expect good questions. C. Unexpected questions may come up. 17. In the woman’s view, what quality matters most for a TV host? A. Good communication skills. B. Broad knowledge. C. Strong curiosity. 听下面的录音，回答第18至第20小题。 18. What will guests see in the hallway to the dining room? A. Beautiful trees. B. Large fish tanks. C. Rainforest animals. 19. Why does the speaker make the speech? A. To raise funds for charity. B. To boost green awareness. C. To introduce a restaurant. 20. What is the main dish served with? A. A cup of American-style coffee. B. An amazing performance. C. A story about its culture 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 Ecotourism Activities and Types Not every outdoor or nature-based activity qualifies as ecotourism. Overtourism has made this clear. As outlined in our blog, ecotourism mainly includes wildlife viewing, cultural ecotourism, hiking and recreation and citizen science and voluntourism. Wildlife Viewing Responsible wildlife viewing offers the chance to observe animals behaving naturally and moving freely within healthy ecosystems. This may involve guided forest walks to spot birds, watching elephants walking across open plains, or observing whales from a distance. Cultural Ecotourism Cultural ecotourism offers insight into local traditions and lifestyles. Experiences may include learning from long-established communities, visiting important sites, or joining nature-related activities. Such activities must get permission from local communities and should directly benefit communities, ensuring heritage is shared on the community’s own terms. Hiking and Recreation Hiking and recreation ecotourism activities might include cycling along coastlines, or snowshoeing through valleys. These activities slow the pace of travel, making it easier to notice details like wildflowers or bird songs that are often missed. To be considered ecotourism, recreational activities must follow the Leave No Trace principles, stay on selected roads and park legally. Citizen Science and Voluntourism Citizen science and voluntourism engage travelers in hands-on conservation activities such as wildlife monitoring, habitat restoration, or road maintenance. These experiences give participants a clearer understanding of environmental challenges while supporting scientific research. Well-designed activities create a mutually beneficial exchange: travelers learn from local experts, and conservation programs gain extra capacity. 21. Which experience requires local permission? A. Wildlife Viewing. B. Cultural Ecotourism. C. Hiking and Recreation. D. Citizen Science and Voluntourism. 22. Which activity belongs to Citizen Science and Voluntourism? A. Riding trained elephants. B. Repairing natural paths. C. Visiting tourist-only villages. D. Taking photos with dolphins closely. 23. What is the author’s purpose of writing the blog? A. To tell travel stories. B. To explain overtourism. C. To introduce real ecotourism. D. To show fun outdoor activities. B In a busy community hall, a volunteer sits at a sewing machine, mending someone’s much-loved dress, while at another table, household tools are fixed. This is the Share and Repair Café, run by Transition Crich, a “share and repair” project, in the village of Crich. This project began five years ago, when the local magazine asked if anyone was interested in coming together as volunteers to make their village become more sustainable and environmentally friendly. “We’ve grown from just mending items to having craft activities, a café area, and stands from local groups,” says committee member Linda. Crucially, the group doesn’t charge for its services. “You don’t have to pay for your repairs. We just ask for donations to cover our costs,” says Linda. Alan volunteers at the Share and Repair Café as part of the sharpening service, helping give new life to everything from kitchen knives to garden tools. “The community in Crich have been, and continue to be, an amazing support to my family, following my cancer diagnosis,” he says. “Getting involved has helped shape a positive mindset, and helped extend my time on the planet. Giving something back is the least I can do.” This commitment to action is evident in other projects Transition Crich facilitates. A fashion show is coming up, too. People will write their creative ideas about sustainable clothing on pieces of fabric to call on individuals to fight against fast fashion. A photography competition encourages people to take photos while being cognizant of nature. The group also works with a junior school on environmental awareness projects, helping young students learn to mend their connection to the natural world. Whether a volunteer or event attendee, the community benefit greatly from being involved with Transition Crich. As we all know, loneliness isn’t reserved for one particular group of society. What makes inclusion initiatives like Transition Crich truly wonderful is their ability to mend the gaps between generations, bringing together people of different ages in ways that might otherwise be hard to achieve. 24. What inspired the start of the “share and repair” project? A. A repaired item. B. A donation campaign. C. A volunteer appeal. D. A classic handcraft. 25. What does the sharpening service bring to Alan? A. An optimistic attitude to life. B. Better treatments of cancer. C. A steady economic support. D. Improved professional skills. 26. What does the underlined word “cognizant” in paragraph 4 probably mean? A. analytical. B. mindful. C. curious. D. independent. 27. What is the best title of the text? A. A Mutual Support Community B. Commitments to Transition Crich C. Volunteering for Inclusive Initiatives D. The Emergence of the Share and Repair Projects C In recent years, consumers have increasingly sought “clean-label” foods — products made with natural ingredients. This trend has driven scientists to search for safe, natural preservatives. They have turned their attention to a part of the cashew nut (腰果) that is often thrown away — the shell. From it, they extract Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) and find that it contains special natural substances that can fight bacteria and prevent decay (变质). While this dark liquid has been studied for use in industries like paint and medicine, its potential for preserving food had not been fully explored until now. The scientists designed a careful experiment to test whether CNSL could help preserve beef, one of the most widely consumed meats globally. They applied the liquid to beef samples at different concentrations. Some meat was left untreated as controls. The samples were then stored under different conditions — some at room temperature and others in refrigeration — for two weeks. During storage, a detailed microbiological evaluation was conducted to quantify total viable (活菌) counts and specific spoilage organisms, including Pseudomonas spp., Clostridium spp., and Proteus spp. Physicochemical analyses monitored changes in pH and water activity, while bacteria growth was assessed during storage at room temperature. The scientists discovered that the CNSL-treated meat showed significantly less bacterial growth than untreated meat. The effect was strongest at higher concentrations, with a 2.0% solution providing excellent protection while maintaining meat quality. Even at room temperature, it effectively delayed the meat’s souring process and reduced bacteria growth, helping the beef stay fresh-looking longer. The researchers note that further studies are needed to understand whether the liquid affects the taste and texture of the beef, and how it might be combined with modern packaging for even better results. Still, this study opens a window into nature’s own way of keeping food fresh — hidden inside a humble cashew shell. 28. Why are scientists studying cashew nut shells? A. To reduce waste in the food industry. B. To improve the taste of processed foods. C. To find natural alternatives to artificial preservatives. D. To develop new industrial materials for paint and medicine. 29. What was the microbiological evaluation intended to find out? A. The variety of cashew species. B. The safety of refrigerated beef. C. The changes in pH and water activity. D. The effectiveness of CNSL against bacteria. 30. What does the experiment suggest about CNSL? A. It can improve meat quality over time. B. It performs best at room temperature. C. It speeds up the meat’s souring process. D. Its concentration and the storage life are closely related. 31. What is the author’s attitude towards the future of CNSL? A. Fully convinced. B. Cautiously optimistic. C. Hesitant and doubtful. D. Neutral and objective. D On a hot summer day, a cold drink is a welcome treat. But the cooling technology behind it comes at a cost. Traditional refrigerators use gases called hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which are powerful contributors to global warming. Finding a better way has long been an unsolved problem. Now, scientists have developed a new cooling method that may change this. Researchers from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory released a technique called ionocaloric (离子热) cooling. As the name suggests, it uses ions — charged particles (粒子) — to create a cooling effect. The idea builds on a simple physical process and theoretical modeling: melting takes heat. You’ve seen this on a winter road — salt on ice causes it to melt, even in freezing temperatures. The ionocaloric cycle also uses salt to change a liquid’s phase and cool its surroundings. Through modeling, the team predicted that moving ions could change a material’s melting point, allowing it to absorb heat on demand. To test this prediction, scientists mixed a salt — sodium iodide — into a liquid, ethylene carbonate (EC，碳酸乙烯酯). When a small electric current was applied, the salt ions moved, which changed the melting point of the liquid, causing it to melt. As the liquid melted, it absorbed heat, cooling the space like melting ice. The team measured a temperature drop of 25℃ with less than one volt — outperforming other similar technologies. These results point to a bigger story. The system balances efficiency, cost, and environmental impact. Early tests show promise in all three. One reason is the working liquid, EC, can be made from CO2, meaning the system could be carbon negative. It avoids harm and helps clean up. “The ionocaloric cycle has the potential to meet all these goals,” said Drew Lilley, the leading engineer. If successful, this technology could help nations meet the goals of the Kigali Amendment, which aims to cut HFC use by 80%. Now, researchers face the next challenge: moving the technology from the lab to the real world. With further development, these systems could one day provide both cooling and heating — without harming the planet. 32. What is the principle of the ionocaloric cooling? A. Melting absorbs heat from surroundings. B. Expanding gas can produce cooling. C. Electricity can generate heat in materials. D. Salt lowers the freezing point of water. 33. How did researchers test their prediction? A. By reducing the amount of HFCs. B. By measuring CO2 in the atmosphere. C. By monitoring real-time winter road conditions. D. By conducting current in a salt-containing liquid. 34. Why does the author stress EC can be made from CO2? A. To state how the system cuts HFCs. B. To prove the system can save electricity. C. To explain how the system brings cooling effect. D. To show the system can help ease global warming. 35. What is the author’s attitude towards ionocaloric cooling? A. Negative. B. Doubtful. C. Hopeful. D. Dismissive. 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。 I used to wake up and check my phone. Before my feet hit the floor, I was already deep in the day’s chaos: headlines, comments, breaking news alerts. Doomscrolling (刷屏成瘾) had become my morning routine. 36 I started each day tense and anxious. So I gave myself a quiet dare: no phone in the morning, for five straight weekdays. Naturally, breaking the habit wasn’t easy. The first morning, I reached for my phone automatically. I stopped myself and picked up a book instead. It felt odd, like trying to enjoy coffee without caffeine (咖啡因). But after a few pages, I found myself actually relaxed — not the emptiness of a scroll, but something steadier. 37 That had never happened before. Encouraged by the quiet start, I explored other ways. The next day I tried a cold shower. I wanted something that would force me fully awake. The shock factor was incredibly effective. 38 On Wednesday, I went for a run. I hated every step at first. But I came back awake, warm and proud. That feeling powered me through the day. 39 On Thursday, I journaled. No audience, just thoughts on paper. It felt honest, if not particularly exciting. On Friday, I reread an old letter and let the memories surface. It was quiet, uneventful and grounding. By the end of the week, the urge to check my phone had weakened. 40 Those phone-free mornings proved a quieter start was possible: no noise or half-truths. It’s not about perfection, but freedom from the scroll and the misinformation it feeds into our minds. A. But lately, I noticed the weight it carried. B. This left my mind surprisingly clear afterward. C. Some mornings were more reflective than active, D. It made me realize my dependence on my phone. E. I even finished a chapter before checking the time. F. That meant I stopped grabbing my phone on waking. G. It drove me to resolve to get rid of the anxiety. 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） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 In the 1980s, I first encountered tai chi in Dundonald Park. I watched people move in loose formation at an unhurried pace. The 41 of their movements was like a water lily (睡莲) opening in slow motion. I found tai chi 42 , but I couldn’t see its point. I defined fitness as 43 and strength. Moving slowly did not tone muscles, so I chose to 44 myself from the practice. Still, the 45 stayed with me, a seed planted. After retirement, with a doctor’s 46 , I returned to that park, no longer a watcher but inside the group, awkwardly moving toward the growth once seeded long ago. My early 47 were discouraging. I joined one class, then left; joined another, and 48 , failing to complete the routines. I assumed that mastering tai chi meant memorizing all the 49 . But I soon learned otherwise: What needed mastering were overcoming my own habits — impatience, resistance to correction. Everything changed in my first expert-led class. Surrounded by advanced 50 , I felt like a beginner when the instructor 51 singled me out for instruction. Embarrassed, I listened intently, watched closely and 52 my body to move by copying him. Ultimately, this focus helped 53 my embarrassment. In that instant, my emotion 54 , from embarrassment to empowerment. I learned not just a move, but a patient and open way of being. I became that lily unfolding, awakened not by force, but by this 55 martial art. 41. A. order B. power C. grace D. precision 42. A. reliable B. fascinating C. familiar D. strange 43. A. flexibility B. tolerance C. balance D. speed 44. A. distance B. protect C. excuse D. free 45. A. answer B. response C. presence D. image 46. A. treatment B. encouragement C. assessment D. announcement 47. A. observations B. memories C. attempts D. mistakes 48. A. struggled B. hesitated C. panicked D. followed 49. A. positions B. settings C. rules D. moves 50. A. instructors B. learners C. athletes D. performers 51. A. personally B. casually C. unexpectedly D. briefly 52. A. willed B. trained C. invited D. allowed 53. A. hide away B. bring about C. build up D. crowd out 54. A. settled B. shifted C. progressed D. softened 55. A. traditional B. demanding C. gentle D. complex 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。 The Scots may well have standardized golf as we know it, making 56 a game of 18 holes. But it is still uncertain 57 first came up with the idea. The Romans played a game called paganica, in which a ball stuffed with feathers and wool 58 (hit) with a bent stick, while the Dutch played a stick-and-ball game called golf as early as the 13th century. But the most interesting — and in many ways convincing — evidence ever 59 (document) of an early version of golf comes from China. A game called chuiwan became popular in the Song dynasty. Players used ten clubs to hit wooden balls towards 60 (bright) coloured flags — sound familiar? They had a club for long distances, a precursor (前身) of the modern-day driver, and the tee was called the ji, or base 61 English. There was even an early version of the R&A Rules of Golf: Wan Jing, or The Classic of the Ball, published during the Yuan dynasty. It 62 (lay) out the rules, and places great 63 (emphasize) on sportsmanship and correct behaviour — similar to modern golf. There’s also a reference in an ancient book to an official of the Southern Tang dynasty 64 (tell) his daughter to “dig holes in the ground” so he could hit a ball into them using a special stick. The game seems 65 (die) out in China during the Qing dynasty, but it certainly qualifies as a royal and ancient game. 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，针对近期部分学生依赖AI完成英文写作任务的现象，外教Jason拟发布一条规定：禁用AI写作，请给Jason写封邮件，内容包括： （1）你对此规定的看法； （2）结合自身经历说明理由。 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 Jason, ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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。 I tried not to worry, but I was scared. The job I had lost was a good job, and I was good at it. It wasn’t my fault that I lost it; it was just what happens when a government contract isn’t renewed. My full-time job now was finding a full-time job. I searched diligently and tried everything I knew to find work, but without success. Weeks went by. If I didn’t find a job soon, I wouldn’t be able to pay the rent on my apartment — a modest two-bedroom in a four-story walkup. And then what? It was the early 1970s, and job hunting was done the 1970s way. Print copies of your résumé (简历). Mark the jobs you think you might qualify for. Write a hello-I’m-wonderful cover letter, put it in an envelope with your résumé, and mail it to the employer. Make phone calls and knock on every door. One Saturday morning, the knock came on my door. Silently grumbling (抱怨), I arose and walked down the hall, temporarily abandoning my collection of Help Wanted ads and stack of résumés on the kitchen table. Why was it that every time I got my daughter settled down with her toys and started my job search, someone interrupted me? “Hi,” said a smiling woman in jeans when I opened the door. “I’m Melba. I just moved in upstairs. Can I borrow your phone for a minute? I’d like to call the phone company and ask them to turn mine on.” A neighbor in need — of course, I would help. “Hi, Melba. Sure, come on in. I’m Carole,” I said, leading the attractive woman who looked about my age — early thirties — to the phone mounted on my kitchen wall. “Help yourself while I run into the other room and check on my little one.” Returning a few minutes later, I found Melba holding the phone to her ear and looking down at my résumé on the table. Apparently, the phone-company representative had placed her on hold for a moment. 注意： 1．写作词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Soon, her conversation was finished, and I invited her to sit down. __________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ It was the most informal job interview I’d ever had. ______________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $