江苏省震泽中学2026-2027学年高三上学期10月学情调研英语试卷

2024级高三年级十月份学情调研 英语试卷 （120分钟 满分150） 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。每段录音读两遍。 1. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a car park. B. In a car repair shop. C. In a staff rest room. 2. Why is the man annoyed? A. He got a parking fine. B. The weather ruined his plan. C. The movie ticket cost 50 dollars. 3. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Rent two cameras. B. Buy a basic one. C. Borrow a friend's. 4. What is the woman's attitude toward the singing contest? A. Willing to join. B. Doubtful about it. C. Uninterested in it. 5. What is the woman worried about? A. The grass. B. The window. C. The bird's mouth. 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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。 6. When was the garden party originally scheduled? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday. 7. What will the man do next? A. Clear up the garden. B. Choose another date. C. Inform his friends of the change. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What prevents the woman from buying the jacket immediately? A. The unfashionable style. B. The unsuitable size. C. The unacceptable price. 9. What makes the jacket more attractive? A. A 20% discount. B. A $30 price reduction. C. An included silk scarf. 10. What will the woman take home in the end ? A. The red jacket only. B. The silk scarf only. C. Both the jacket and the scarf. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11.Why did the speakers take the bus instead of the subway at first ? A. It was the more economical choice. B. They expected to avoid traffic delays. C. The nearest subway station seemed too far. 12. What caused the traffic blockage on the avenue? A. A vehicle breakdown. B. A fallen tree. C. Road repairs. 13. How will the speakers probably reach the theater? A. By bike. B. On foot. C. By subway. 听第9段录音，回答第14至16题。 14. What will Jason ' s team present at the science fair? A. A box of clean bottles. B. Bottle collection posters. C. Models made of used plastic. 15. What is the major challenge for the boy's team? A. The shortage of team members. B. The lack of materials. C. The teacher's disapproval. 16. What is the woman's advice for the boy? A. Display posters on campus boards. B. Ask his science teacher for more time. C. Buy empty bottles from the dining hall. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. Where was the speaker when he noticed the old guitar? A. In his uncle' old house. B. In a secondhand market. C. In an instrument museum. 18.How did the speaker identify the owner of the guitar? A. By recognition from his friend. B. By the golden star drawn on the surface. C. By the special letters carved on the neck. 19. Why was the guitar still in Oxford decades later? A. It was sold by Uncle Peter. B. It was stolen after a music show. C. It was lent to a friend and left behind. 20.What will the speaker do with the guitar? A. Offer it as a gift to his uncle. B. Keep it for his own collection. C. Send it back to his uncle's friend. 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Huangpu River Cruise Rental Service Looking for a great way to enjoy Shanghai’s river views? Our Huangpu River cruise service is a perfect choice for family trips or group gatherings. Sailing along the river, visitors can admire landmarks, including the historic Bund buildings and modern skyscrapers in Lujiazui. We offer three types of boats with different capacities and supporting services. The prices are charged by the hour, split into daytime and night periods, rather than per-person rates. Boat Type Capacity Daytime (9:00–17:00) Night (18:00–22:00) Extra Service Mini Yacht 4 people ¥380/hour ¥520/hour Free bottled water Standard Sightseeing Boat 12 people ¥680/hour ¥890/hour Free guided commentary Luxury Party Boat 20 people ¥1100/hour ¥1450/hour Snack bar + music system Important Rules: (1) All reservations must be made at least one day ahead through our official mini-app. Walk-ins are not accepted. The mini-app also allows you to check real-time availability and choose your preferred schedule. (2) The minimum rental time for every boat is one hour. Only whole-hour rentals are permitted; any partial hour shall be treated as one hour. (3) Outside food and strong alcoholic drinks are forbidden on board for safety reasons. (4) All passengers must present valid ID (passport or Chinese ID) at check-in. Children under 3 years old ride for free but count toward the boat’s maximum capacity. Discount Policies: First, all bookings made before Oct. 20 will receive a 10% early-bird discount. Besides, groups of 5 or more visitors can get an extra 5% off the total bill. The two discounts can be combined. If you have any questions about booking, feel free to contact our customer service. 21. What can we learn about the Standard Sightseeing Boat? A. It offers free bottled water. B. It can hold up to 20 people. C. It includes expert tour explanation. D. It allows passengers to bring snacks. 22. What is required for check-in? A. Valid identity document. B. Booking via official website. C. Choosing the preferred time period. D. Extra payment for children under 3 years old. 23. How much will a family of four pay for a 1.5-hour night rental of the Luxury Party Boat on Oct. 15? A. ¥1,957.5 B. ¥2,200 C. ¥2,610 D. ¥2,900 B At 23, fresh out of college, I felt terribly insecure in any group discussion. My opinions were frequently dismissed, so I resolved to rebuild myself. I picked up a copy of the New York Times every morning, hoping to absorb enough insight to sound intelligent. The first week was overwhelming—long articles on economic policy, climate change, and international affairs left me dizzy. I nearly gave up, but a persistent inner voice challenged me: if I couldn’t even digest the daily news, how could I survive the real world? Determined, I persisted, and slowly the fog lifted. I started recording short video clips to summarize my daily reading, treating them as personal learning diaries. Surprisingly, these rough and unedited videos gained unexpected popularity. Viewers wrote that my honest confusion and raw reactions made the heavy news more approachable. That moment was transformative—I realized that sharing my learning process, rather than faking expertise, created genuine connections with strangers who felt the same struggle. As my followers increased, I began to think about the deeper meaning behind this appeal. In an age dominated by polished social media stars, my imperfect presentations stood out because they were real. People long for authenticity, not performance. By openly admitting what I didn’t understand, I built a small community where questions were celebrated and curiosity awakened. This insight reshaped my understanding of confidence: it is not about knowing all the answers, but about having the bravery to explore uncertainties aloud with others. Now, reading the Times is more than a daily habit—it is my intellectual foundation. It has sharpened my critical thinking, enriched my vocabulary, and broadened my worldview. Meanwhile, it has given me a unique voice in conversations. I no longer avoid challenging topics; instead, I engage with modesty and clarity. The newspaper, once a source of anxiety, has become a faithful companion on my journey of growth. Ultimately, I’ve learned that every person, regardless of age, holds valuable perspectives worth sharing—if only they dare to speak up. 24. Why did the author turn to the New York Times? A. To pull herself together. B. To be a writer. C. To survive the real world. D. To record short videos. 25. What made the author’s videos popular? A. Genuine sincerity. B. Personal values. C. Perfect presentation. D. Editing expertise. 26. Which of the following might the author do next? A. Avoid challenging topics. B. Appreciate others’ perspectives. C. Abandon the habit of reading. D. Advocate recording short videos. 27. Which of the following words can best describe the author? A. Accomplished and proud. B. Caring and persistent. C. Ambitious and optimistic. D. Modest and reflective. C Grams, liters, and kilowatt-hours define the scales of consumption in the physical world. We calculate the weight of goods, volume of drinks and electricity use with these familiar standards. Today, token has emerged as a new fundamental unit of measurement in the AI era. Unlike traditional physical units, all conversations and operations between users and AI assistants are valued and charged in the form of tokens. A token is the basic information unit that large language models use to process natural language, translated as “ciyuan” in Chinese. Text is first separated by a tokenizer into punctuation marks, Chinese characters, words, or phrases, which are then changed into numerical vectors (向量). AI “thinks” by calculating the contextual relationships between these vectors. Notably, token consumption goes far beyond the number of words we see on the screen: system languages, conversational history context, and the model’s internal reasoning steps all consume tokens. In AI agent situations, breaking down tasks and having multi-round calls can even cause token consumption to increase sharply. A common phenomenon is that the price of output tokens is typically six times that of input tokens for the same model. This is not because output requires more computational power, but because of the remarkable difference in computational efficiency. Input processing uses the massively parallel computations that GPUs are better at, delivering extremely high efficiency. Output, however, must be generated in order-- each token depends on the previous one-- leaving GPUs waiting for data transfers from memory most of the time, resulting in a computational efficiency of only 1% to 5%. This fundamental issue starts from the bottleneck of the Von Neumann architecture, where computation and storage are separated, a problem that current technology can only ease but not fundamentally solve. In recent years, token prices have dropped significantly: at the beginning of 2023, GPT-4-level performance cost about $20 per million tokens; by 2026, this has dropped to $0.4. Just as falling mobile data prices boosted the short-video industry, the continued decline in token prices will definitely reshape the boundaries of AI applications and transform our future lives dramatically. 28. How does the author introduce the topic? A. By citing an example. B. By giving a definition. C. By making a comparison. D. By presenting a context. 29. How does “tokenizer” work? A. It turns natural language into Chinese characters. B. It transforms numerical vectors into readable text. C. It breaks down text into basic units for AI processing. D. It calculates the contextual relationships between words. 30. What can we infer from the price difference between input and output tokens? A. The computer architecture needs improvement. B. The price gap will disappear with GPU advance. C. Output tokens require more computational power. D. Output generation is slower due to complex reasoning. 31. What is the author’s attitude towards the use of token? A. Hopeful. B. Critical. C. Unconcerned. D. Objective. D How do young children build their vocabulary? Even by age 1, children seem to think that a new word means something different from words they already know. But why they think so has remained a mystery for the last 40 years. Many scholars have thought that young children have a strong tendency toward “mutual exclusivity” — treating each new word as corresponding to a new object. However, this concept has never been airtight: Words like “bat” refer to multiple kinds of objects, while any object can be described using countless words. For instance, a rabbit can be called not only a “rabbit” or a “bunny”, but also an “animal” or a “beauty”. Now a new study offers a different insight. Researchers propose that children rely on “focus” signals — the way we emphasize certain words to signal contrast. Depending on what is focused on, the same sentence can have different implications. “Carlos gave Lewis a Ferrari” contrasts with other cars, while “Carlos gave Lewis a Ferrari” contrasts with other people. The team ran three experiments with 106 children. The participants watched videos of a cartoon fox who asked them to point to different objects. The first experiment established how focus influences kids’ choice between two objects when they hear a label, like “toy”. After naming one object — “Look, I am pointing to the blicket,” the fox told the child, “Now you point to the toy!” One group heard “toy” without emphasis, while another heard it with emphasis. Without focus, only 24% thought the words were mutually exclusive. With focus, 89% thought “blicket” and “toy” referred to different objects. Two further experiments showed that focus also affects the interpretation of new words children had never encountered before, like “wug” or “dax”. With focus, more children thought the word meant a new object. The experiment, the researchers note, is the result of interdisciplinary research bridging psychology and linguistics. The scholars acknowledge that more studies could reexamine prior studies about mutual exclusivity, study naturalistic interactions between parents and children to see how focus is used, and examine the issue in other languages, especially those marking focus in alternate ways, such as word order. 32. What does the underlined word “airtight” mean in paragraph 2? A. Widely accepted. B. Heavily guarded. C. Complex to understand. D. Perfect without faults. 33. Why does the author mention the two sentences about “Carlos”? A. To show Carlos’s personal preference. B. To prove that “Ferrari” is a difficult word. C. To teach children how to pronounce words. D. To explain how emphasis changes meaning. 34. Which picture did the children see when the fox said “Now you point to the toy”? A. B. C. D. 35. What will the follow-up studies primarily focus on? A. Use of new research methods. B. Inclusion of qualified researchers. C. Extension of the research coverage. D. Educational application of the finding. 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。 For decades, the call to “go green” in cities has often translated into planting more trees and creating parks. However, emerging research suggests that our well-intentioned efforts might sometimes be misplaced. 36 It challenges the simple belief that all planting is equally beneficial and pushes for a smarter, science-based approach. One key insight is that not all trees are equal in an urban setting. While native trees are crucial for supporting local wildlife, some non-native species might actually be better suited to city conditions. 37 Owing to this, they can better bear pollution, compacted (压实的) soil, and the “heat island” effect, thus surviving longer and providing continuous benefits. 38 A study comparing two city squares — one with a few large trees and the other with many thick green bushes — found the latter was often regarded as less safe and welcoming by residents. This highlights that urban greening must balance ecological goals with human psychology and social space needs. Water management is another critical factor often overlooked. Traditional grasslands and many plants for decoration require significant water supply. Therefore, a shift towards water-wise landscape designs, featuring drought-resistant plants and water easy-going surfaces, is gaining wide acceptance. 39 Furthermore, the location of green spaces matters greatly. Planting trees in a narrow street canyon (峡谷) might trap pollution at street level, worsening air quality for the local residents. 40 Ecologists and urban biologists now use the sustainable modelling to determine the species and placement to maximize air purification and cooling effects in cities. Ultimately, creating truly sustainable cities with the “bio-design” requires integrating ecology, hydrology, and social needs into every greening decision. A. They may have deeper roots or higher tolerance. B. Urban greening often fails to account for people’s needs. C. This is where the concept “bio-design” becomes essential. D. It is necessary to plant more fast-growing trees among high-rises. E. So the cost of maintaining these green spaces gets higher for water use. F. These novel approaches really help conserve and recharge groundwater. G. In contrast, planting a mix of trees and bushes in parks creates clean-air zones. 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。 I’ve always loved catching up with friends over a meal out. It’s an opportunity to __41___ new foods and share that experience together. But looking back, I’ve realized that I’ve been ___42____ of contributing to food waste by leaving meals unfinished. Sometimes, I didn’t realize how big _43___ would be or I’d get so focused on chatting to everyone that I would forget to __44___ everything until it was time to go. I __45____ things had to change and started taking my own takeaway box with me. I wanted to get my money’s ____46___. I’d also read how 1.05bn tonnes of food was wasted in a year and this was my chance to do something small. Waste simply wasn’t a(n) __47___. Anything left over would be taken home for the next day’s lunch or repurposed into a new _48___. My parents worked multiple jobs for me to be able to _49___this food, so I understood it all had to be eaten. Now, my little box goes everywhere with me. I’ve had to __50___ the embarrassment of saying I’d like to take the food home. The staff are usually very _51____. It makes me happy that I’m helping the __52__in my own way. Other friends are also starting to bring their own box to restaurants, _______53___ by mine. For me, this change isn’t just about reducing food waste but also understanding it’s OK to be__54___ in social environments. My friends and I are __55____ our own mini movement, reducing food waste one box at a time. 41. A. cook up B. try out C. wrap up D. pick out 42. A. guilty B. confident C. fond D. conscious 43. A. plates B. appetites C. ingredients D. shares 44. A. take B. check C. eat D. display 45. A. decided B. expected C. suspected D. warned 46. A. origin B. worth C. significance D. supply 47. A. excuse B. problem C. answer D. option 48. A. menu B. pan C. dish D. recipe 49. A. prepare B. afford C. study D. recycle 50. A. overcome B. show C. feel D. hide 51. A. grateful B. sympathetic C. accommodating D. reliable 52. A. planet B. restaurant C. parents D. friends 53. A. surprised B. followed C. inspired D. amused 54. A. controversial B. different C. self-centered D. well-behaved 55. A. financing B. assessing C. rescuing D. creating 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 inaugural session of the China New Cultural and Creative Market and Trendy To Toy Carnival (CNCTC) kicked off ____56____ May 15, 2026 in Beijing. Representatives from the Beijing Overseas Cultural Exchange Center attended the opening ceremony, ____57____ (share) practical experience in cultural IP development and international cultural exchange, together with representatives from the Palace Museum and Pop Mart. The center reviewed the 12-year ____58____ (operate) of the Global Zodiac (生肖) Design Competition, exploring pathways for traditional cultural IPs ____59____ (expand) global influence, including cultural inheritance, cultural innovation, and international outreach. Wang Hairu, director of the Center, delivered a speech. ____60____ full text is released below. Zodiac culture, a classic symbol of reunion, good fortune, and perseverance in Chinese heritage, also serves as a bond connecting countries across the globe. Initiated by Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism in 2014, the Global Zodiac Design Competition ____61____ (run) for 12 consecutive sessions, covering a full zodiac cycle. It has yielded remarkable outcomes and delivered solid achievements in cultural and tourism promotion. The competition has received over 40,000 entries from 28 countries, with 645 ____62____ (elect) as outstanding works, ____63____ led to 54 international touring exhibitions held in 22 countries and regions. Starting as a design collection activity, the event has grown into an ____64____ (influence) platform for international cultural dialogue. It acts as an important channel to tell Chinese stories, preserve traditional culture, ____65____ promote mutual learning between Chinese and foreign civilizations. 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 66. 假设你是李华，你校拟每周增加一节非文化课，校英文报现面向全体学生征集意见。请你从“体育课”、“心理健康课”和“音乐课”这三门课中选择一个，并给校英文报编辑写封邮件，内容包括：(1) 你的选择； (2) 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 Editor, __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours sincerely, Li Hua 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） 67. 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。 Mustafa stood nervously in front of his sixth-grade class on his first day in America. His teacher introduced him as a new student from Turkey. Before he could sit down, a big boy named Bob pressed his fist to his mouth and made a strange sound "Gobble -- gobble!" Laughter broke out. Mustafa had no idea what it meant, but he knew it wasn't friendly. Later, Sam, a quiet boy who sat in front of him, explained, "Bob is making fun of you. 'Gobble' is the sound of a turkey --- the bird Americans eat on Thanksgiving." Mustafa forced a smile, but the teasing only grew worse. In the following days, Bob gobbled in the hallway, at the water fountain, even during break. Though Mustafa tried to ignore him, the sound followed him everywhere. Mustafa, who was much shorter than Bob, was running out of patience. The turning point came when a soccer game was announced before Thanksgiving celebration. Mustafa's eyes lit up upon hearing the news that they would be divided into two teams to play, because he grew up playing soccer, or "futbol" as he called it, Turkey's national sport. But when captains chose teams, he was picked last. Apparently, they doubted his skills because of his short and slim figure. Captain Oliver even sent him to the bench, saying he'd put him in after they took the lead. Heartbroken yet determined, Mustafa practiced alone on the bench. His skills were impressive --- dribbling（带球）, kneeing, and heading the ball with precision. The entire class watched in amazement. "Come on in," Oliver finally said. On the field, Oliver passed him the ball. "We're down 3-2---hurry!" Mustafa's talent shone when he finally played. Two defenders rushed him, but Mustafa skilfully dribbled past them and ran to the goal. The goalkeeper was Bob, who mocked, "Gobble -- gobble!" Mustafa tricked him easily and scored, tying the game. 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。 With two minutes left, Mustafa got the ball again.________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Bob hung his head in embarrassment as Mustafa's team cheered loudly._____________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高三英语10月调研参考答案 第一部分 听力（共20题，每题1.5分，满分30分） 1-5 BACBC 6-10 ACCAA 11-15 ABBCB 16-20ABCCA 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分) 第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 21-23 CAC 24-27 AABD 28-31 CCAA 32-35 DDAC 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） 36-40 CABFG 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） 41-45 BADCA 46-50 BDCBA 51-55 CACBD 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 56. on 57. sharing 58. operation 59. to expand 60. The 61. has run 62. elected 63. which 64. influential 65. and 第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 【参考范文 1】 Dear Editor, I am writing to share my opinion on which non-academic class our school should add to our weekly timetable. Among the three, I strongly recommend Physical Education (PE). For one thing, most of us have spent years sitting at desks, with our eyesight worsening and energy quietly dropping. A regular PE class would finally guarantee us the weekly exercise we clearly need. For another, PE builds far more than strong bodies—it teaches teamwork, perseverance and fair play, qualities that benefit us long after school. I hope this view finds space in our school English newspaper and sparks a discussion on campus. Thank you for reading! Yours sincerely, Li Hua 【参考范文 2】 Dear Editor, Knowing our school English newspaper is collecting opinions on adding one weekly non-academic period, I am most eager to recommend Music. I believe it is the most appealing choice for the whole student body. For one thing, music is a natural stress reliever. After long hours of study, even a short song can lift our mood and ease the anxiety many of us quietly carry. For another, a music class opens the door to art education—from singing together to appreciating classic pieces—turning our school into a livelier, more creative place. I hope this view finds space in our school English newspaper and inspires more students to discover the joy of music. Thank you for your time! Yours sincerely, Li Hua 【参考范文 3】 Dear Editor, Knowing that our school English newspaper is collecting opinions on the planned weekly non-academic period, I strongly recommend Mental Health Education for the following reasons. For one thing, it offers a vivid glimpse into the quiet struggles we carry—from exam anxiety to friendship troubles—and equips us students with practical skills. For another, it gives us deeper insight into our own emotions. Its value lies not only in skills but also in teaching us to ask for help. It is especially suitable for students who feel overwhelmed but don’t know where to turn. The combination of practical skills and emotional support makes it worth recommending. I hope this view finds space in our school English newspaper. Yours sincerely, Li Hua 第二节 读后续写（满分25分） 【参考范文】 With two minutes left, Mustafa got the ball again. His heart pounded with excitement and determination. He dribbled the ball with incredible speed, weaving through the remaining defenders as if they were mere obstacles in his path. The crowd, both his teammates and opponents, watched in awe. As he approached the goal, he could see Bob standing there, his eyes wide with anticipation. Mustafa didn’t hesitate; he took a powerful shot, sending the ball flying past Bob’s outstretched hands and into the net. The final whistle blew, and Mustafa’s team had won, 4-3. Bob hung his head in embarrassment as Mustafa’s team cheered loudly. He couldn’t believe how wrong he had been about Mustafa. The new boy wasn’t just good at soccer; he was amazing. Bob walked over to Mustafa, his face red with shame. “I’m sorry,” he muttered, “I was wrong about you. You’re really talented.” Mustafa smiled, accepting the apology. From that day on, Bob stopped teasing Mustafa and even became one of his biggest fans. They became friends, and Mustafa finally felt like he belonged in his new school. 英语听力录音稿 Text 1 W: Good morning. I dropped my car off here two hours ago because there was a strange noise coming from the brakes. Is it fixed yet? M: Not quite, ma'am. We've repaired the brakes, but our mechanics are still checking the engine. You can come back to collect your car at 5 p.m. Text 2 W: You look really upset! What happened on your way to the cinema? M: I pulled over near the park gate for just five minutes, and I ended up getting a ticket. I got fined 50dollars! W: Oh, that's terrible! Parking is strictly prohibited in that area. Text 3 W: I'd love to get a camera for our trip next week, but even a basic model costs more than 300 dollars. M: There's no need to spend that much money just for a single trip. Tom has two professional cameras, and he barely uses them. Why not ask him to lend you one? W: That's a great idea! I’ll give him a call tonight. Text 4 M: Helen, what do you think of our plan to hold an English singing contest next week? W: It sounds fun, but we only have three days to prepare and we have no budget at all. It's simply impossible to pull it off. Text 5 M: Look at that little bird on the grass! Why is it trembling like that? W: Oh no! It must have flown into the window. Look, its mouth is bleeding. We need to be really careful not to hurt its mouth when we move it. M: I'll get a small box to keep it safe. Text 6 M: Hi, Lily. I'm calling about our garden party. We originally planned to have it this Friday afternoon, right? W: Yes, but the weather forecast says there will be heavy storms on Friday and Saturday. M: That's too bad. What should we do then? W: Let's put it off for two days. Sunday will be sunny and warm. M: All right. I've already cleaned up the garden, so I will text all our friends about the new date right away. Text 7 M: Good afternoon, ma'am. May I help you? W: Yes, I've tried on this red jacket. The style looks modern and it fits me perfectly, but 120 dollars is a bit too expensive for me. M: Well, if you pay in cash today, I can give you a 20% discount on the jacket. W: That sounds reasonable! What about this silk scarf on the counter? Does it come with the jacket? M: No, the scarf is not free. It costs another 30 dollars. W: In that case, I'll pass on the scarf. I already have several at home. I'll just take the jacket. Text 8 M: Sarah, why are we taking the bus? The subway is usually much faster. W: Because the bus ticket is only one dollar! It costs only half as much, and we have plenty of time before the play starts. M: Well, look! Why has the bus come to a complete stop? W: The driver said a strong wind brought down a huge tree, and it's lying right across the avenue. No vehicles can get through. M: Oh no! We only have twenty minutes left. Can we run to the nearest subway station? W: That won't save us much time --- it's over two kilometers from here. How about renting shared bikes? M: I've already checked. The ones nearby are either in use or out of order. W: Then we may have to stay on the bus and wait. M: Wait --- the map says the theater is just around the corner, only about 500 meters away. W: In that case, let's get off. If we hurry, we'll arrive before the curtain goes up. Text 9 W: Hi, Jason. How is your science project on recycling going? M: Honestly, we've hit a bit of a problem. The science fair is this Thursday, and we're supposed to build models out of waste plastic. W: Are you still trying to put a team together? M: No, five classmates have signed up, and Mr. Green has already given our plan the green light. W: So what's holding you back? M: The design calls for 200 clean plastic bottles, but there are only 50 in our collection box. W: That's a lot of bottles. Have you asked other students for help? M: Not yet. We don't know how to get the word out quickly. W: Why not make some eye-catching posters and put them up on the notice boards near the school cafeteria? You can ask everyone to drop their empty bottles in your box after lunch. M: Good thinking. Should I check with Mr. Green before putting hem up? W: Your project has already been approved, so I wouldn't waste time waiting. M: You're right. I'll make the posters now and set out a collection box before lunchtime. Text 10 M: Last month , during my weekend trip to Oxford , I came across an old market selling used items . As an amateur music lover from London , I enjoy looking at old musical instruments . Suddenly , an old wooden guitar resting in a dark comer caught my attention . I picked it up and dusted off the surface . To my great surprise , carved into the back of the neck was a small five - pointed star with the letters P . S . next to it . My heart started racing because P . S . stands for Peter Smith --- my uncle! I immediately called my mother to check the story. It turned out that when Uncle Peter was studying in Oxford forty years ago, he owned this very guitar. Before graduation, he lent it to a college friend. However, they both moved away in a hurry after final exams, and the guitar was completely forgotten. Over the past decades, it was passed from one person to another until it ended up in that market. I bought the guitar back without hesitation. Uncle Peter is turning sixty next weekend. Returning this long-lost treasure at his party will be the most unforgettable birthday surprise ever. 1 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $