高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Growing Up（适中版01）

高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Growing Up（适中版01） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation most probably take place? A．In a reading room. B．In a publishing house. C．In a bookstore. 2．（本题1.5分）How can Sarah be best described? A．Expressive. B．Helpful. C．Intelligent. 3．（本题1.5分）What is the woman excited about? A．Visiting her sister. B．Celebrating her birthday. C．Getting a driver’s license. 4．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．Reading plan. B．Reading advice. C．Reading preference. 5．（本题1.5分）What does the woman think about John Grisham’s books? A．Useful. B．Unconvincing. C．Interesting. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)When did Sally get the painting? A．On her birthday. B．On Mother’s Day. C．On Christmas Day. 7．(1.5分)What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Co-workers. B．Father and daughter. C．Boss and assistant. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What’s the man looking at? A．A book. B．A letter. C．A photo. 9．(1.5分)How long was the man in Thailand? A．About 8 weeks. B．About 6 weeks. C．About 4 weeks. 10．(1.5分)What colour was the man’s shirt? A．Pink. B．Black. C．White. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)Whose book has the woman been reading lately? A．Aaron Esterson. B．Lori Gottlieb. C．Erik Erikson. 12．(1.5分)What does the woman say about the book? A．It has an unexpected end. B．It is very boring. C．It is fantastic. 13．(1.5分)What is the man probably going to do? A．Read the book. B．Write a book. C．Talk with someone. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What does the man say about John Grisham’s books? A．They are excellent. B．They are disappointing. C．They are difficult to understand. 15．(1.5分)What plays a key role in John Grisham’s success? A．Education. B．Talent. C．Experience. 16．(1.5分)What does the man major in? A．Law. B．Philosophy. C．Literature. 17．(1.5分)What is the woman going to do next? A．Borrow books. B．Catch a bus. C．Take a math class. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What influenced the sales of Tome’s works at first? A．The location. B．The skills. C．The price. 19．(1.5分)How did the program help Tome increase her profit? A．By teaching her the course on business. B．By giving her a chance to work. C．By advertising her store to tourists. 20．(1.5分)What does Tome plan to do with her savings? A．Buy more animals for her family. B．Travel abroad to enrich her knowledge. C．Encourage more women to start businesses. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Self-help books are everywhere, but only a few offer ideas that can genuinely improve how we think, feel and live. Below are four widely recommended books that serve such purposes. The Courage to Be Disliked The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi is written as a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. The book challenges the belief that we must satisfy everyone around us. It teaches readers to separate their own responsibilities from others’ expectations. Once the fear of being disliked is removed, people often act more honestly and feel lighter and more confident as a result. Rapport Written by psychologists Emily and Laurence Alison, Rapport focuses on how people connect through conversation. Based on their work in tense and even dangerous situations, the authors show how cooperation depends on understanding different communication styles. By learning when to listen, when to lead, and when to adjust tone, readers can reduce conflicts and enhance collaboration with coworkers. Secure In Secure, psychologist Amir Levine explains why people behave so differently in their interactions with others. Levine provides practical tools to help readers become more emotionally stable. The book also encourages readers to notice their reactions and communication needs clearly. By understanding themselves better, readers can build calmer and more stable connections with friends and family members. Four Thousand Weeks In this book, Oliver Burkeman suggests focusing on what truly matters now rather than trying to do everything perfectly. The book encourages readers to accept limits, stop endless planning, and enjoy small, meaningful moments. By letting go of pressure and unrealistic goals, readers may discover a calmer and more satisfying way to live. 21．(2.5分)What might the readers gain from Rapport? A．Careful life-planning. B．Better self-assessment. C．Improved teamwork. D．Strengthened family bonds. 22．(2.5分)Whose book may attract a reader longing for a stable friendship? A．Amir Levine’s. B．Ichiro Kishimi’s. C．Oliver Burkeman’s. D．Emily and Laurence Alison’s. 23．(2.5分)What do the four books have in common? A．They present advice mainly through dialogues. B．They encourage reflection on thinking patterns. C．They promise a quick fix with simple techniques. D．They’re written by experts based on their experiences. （本题10分）The sunlight was settling over the golden cornfields of Ethiopia when Susan Greeff headed for her camp after a day of shooting. She hadn’t walked far when a voice called out behind her. “Photo, photo, photo.” A young Surma boy, about seven or eight years old, was following closely. Susan let out a tired sigh. After four straight days of taking pictures for curious villagers, she had little energy left to press the button one more time. She hoped the boy would find someone else, but he kept following. When their eyes met, his hopeful “Photo?” finally stopped her. Partly out of a sudden creative impulse (冲动), an idea for a photograph flashed through her mind. She knelt in the cornfield and showed the boy where to stand and how to pose. But as Susan prepared to take the shot, the boy’s energy suddenly shifted. The eagerness gave way to shyness, and then to visible fear. No matter how gently she instructed him, she simply couldn’t get the photograph she had imagined. Frustrated, she finally gave up. The boy stood there looking small and awkward. He had wanted his picture taken, and now he had gone camera-shy at the last moment. Wanting to cheer him up, Susan clapped her hands and said with a warm smile, “That was great. You were great.” Other children from the village gathered around, also cheering and clapping. The boy’s face immediately broke into a bright smile. Susan raised her camera and recorded that moment in time. To Susan’s surprise, the photograph was far better than the carefully composed shot she had planned. She knew the image had come from a deeper place — true human connection. In that moment by the cornfield, Susan realized when we let go of our own fixed expectations and truly see the person in front of us, we create something far more meaningful than we had originally imagined. 24．(2.5分)Why did Susan refuse to take the boy’s photo at first? A．She was too tired to shoot photos. B．She disliked the boy’s loud voice. C．She was unsatisfied with her camera. D．She longed to return to her camp. 25．(2.5分)Why did the boy turn camera-shy? A．He felt nervous under instruction. B．He feared Susan’s angry look. C．He lost interest in taking the shot. D．He got sick of the required pose. 26．(2.5分)What made the final photo better? A．It used advanced techniques. B．It had better camera settings. C．It followed the planned pose. D．It froze a moment of true joy. 27．(2.5分)What message does the story convey? A．Praising children can remove shyness. B．Sincere connection leads to creation. C．Careful planning is the key to success. D．Great determination always pays off. （本题10分）The Whispers of Rock: A Geologist’s Personal and Cultural Thoughts Reviewed by Josh Trapani In the book The Whispers of Rock, geologist Anjana Khatwa writes about the strong ties between native cultures and the Earth’s rocks and landscapes. She believes that today’s society needs to find this connection again. The book includes different native stories linked to important places, from Japan’s mountains to New Zealand’s volcano-shaped lands and the Black Hills in North America. Although the book covers many cultures, its argument is not really new. Sometimes Khatwa’s writing sounds like she is teaching a moral lesson. It creates oversimplified comparison. Native peoples live harmoniously with nature while others only make use of nature. She worries that scientists may not accept views from non-Western cultures, but there is no need to worry. The best parts of the book are Khatwa’s personal stories. She bravely shares both happy and sad moments from her life. Studying rocks helped her see things clearly and find comfort. Her memory of visiting Kenya is especially touching. At that place, she first became interested in geology as a young girl. Khatwa sees human life stories in the changes of rocks. Some rocks go through great heat and pressure to become new and stronger, while other rocks are torn from their original places and left in foreign lands. However, reading this book made me think about my own different interest in geology. I am interested in history rather than human problems. I think the Earth’s history is very long, but human problems are very small. Khatwa’s method feels like teaching at times. But her central idea is very important. It is this: if we connect with the Earth and stay open to various ideas, we can better protect our world and ourselves. 28．(2.5分)How does Josh introduce the book’s content in paragraph one? A．By listing Khatwa’s academic achievements. B．By quoting positive reviews from readers. C．By stating its theme and giving examples. D．By comparing it with other geology books. 29．(2.5分)What is a shortcoming of the book according to the passage? A．Ignoring Western scientific views. B．Covering cultures of few places. C．Failing to include personal stories. D．Lacking creativity in argument. 30．(2.5分)How does Josh’s view of geology differ from Khatwa’s? A．He thinks rocks ignore human life. B．He cares more about Earth’s history. C．He wants geology to save the planet. D．He feels geology is protecting nature. 31．(2.5分)What’s Josh’s attitude toward the book? A．Objective. B．Critical. C．Unclear. D．Approving. （本题10分）Genres are often viewed as structural frameworks for literary texts, onto which elements like imagery, character, plot, and setting are layered. These frameworks are passed down through generations, evolving over time. Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world. Yet, in the nineteenth century, it was primarily seen as a form of middle-class entertainment. It was not until the twentieth century that the novel was lifted to the status of an art form, joining in the same league as painting or classical music. Later on, many scholars successively studied the characteristics of novels from the 18th and 19th centuries. Recently, in a book of Edwin Frank, Stranger Than Fiction, he raises an appealing question: Is there such a thing as a “twentieth-century novel”? Is it meaningful to distinguish the twentieth-century novel from the nineteenth-century one—or even from the novel of the twenty-first century? Frank thinks so. In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects—not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies. However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century. Has influential television reshaped the role of the novel? Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for. 32．(2.5分)Why did the novel gain recognition in the twentieth century? A．It mirrored real life. B．It displayed attractive characters. C．It was penned by the middle-class. D．It was presented in entertaining styles. 33．(2.5分)Which aspect of the twentieth-century novel does Stranger Than Fiction talk about? A．Its rises and falls. B．Its expansion and effect. C．Its significance and limitation. D．Its evolution and uniqueness. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude towards the current role of  the novel in paragraph 4? A．Optimistic. B．Indifferent. C．Content. D．Concerned. 35．(2.5分)What does the example of The Portrait of a Lady indicate? A．Novels lose their artistic appeal. B．Adaptations reduce novelsˈ flavor. C．Media breathe new life into novels. D．TV shows change the role of novels. （本题12.5分）Living on your own can give you an incredible sense of freedom, but many people still struggle. They claim: When you only need to answer to yourself in the house, it can be harder to have a regular rhythm in your day. 36(2.5分) Predictable routines help to reduce stress and worry. They take away some of the exhaustion you might feel when faced with a long day ahead, and they reduce the day-to-day decision-making. Structured days help to maintain your mood and support mental strength. 37(2.5分) For example, if you schedule in your exercise, you’re more likely to do it. If you plan regular mealtimes, it means you don’t forget to eat, which helps to keep your blood sugar levels stable. 38(2.5分) If you make it very inflexible, it can become a source of tension and anxiety. There should be space for unexpected events — you might get a last-minute social invitation from a friend, the weather might be awful, or you might be feeling extremely tired. You should be allowed to accommodate these changes. Sometimes you’ll have a day when you feel sad and lost. 39(2.5分) However, if you can, get up and start following some of your routine — even if you only do the basics. It can help you to feel more purposeful. Building a routine is an evolving process, and as you settle more into your solo (独居的) life, your routine will adapt and change. Celebrate being consistent, not perfect. 40(2.5分) Overpacking your days will make them exhausting and stressful, which is why it’s just as important to add in periods of rest and relaxation. A．An extremely fixed routine has its advantages. B．When building a routine, think about balance. C．But having a healthy routine can bring stability. D．However, it’s important not to be too strict with it. E．Without a routine, you may easily lose your identity. F．It’s appealing to stay in bed and not face the day at all. G．There are also physical health benefits of having a routine. 三、完形填空 （本题15分）About six years ago I started having panic attacks (恐慌症). I began my journey to 41 them with traditional tools, all of which were a great help. 42 , a year later treatment was no longer needed. Frustratingly, about a year after that, I started to develop 43 and began to have panic attacks once again. I tried what I knew best and went back to my previous 44 , but I was still struggling and far from feeling well again 45 I got some new advice. I loved to sing when I was young. My childhood had been 46 with creativity, yet for most of my adult life it was neglected. A therapist told me that mental health issues are common among the 47 minds of the world when creativity is suppressed (压制) . To regain it, I decided to get back into 48 . Then I joined a group called Sound, a pop choir. Much better, I found the 49 to audition (试音). I was amazed that I managed to 50 such a risky situation and not have a panic attack. The audition itself was a win for me, never mind how I did. I have now been a 51 of the choir for three years. I love the community and the performances. It 52 me of who I was at school. My path back then was always “do what you love”. My entire 53 was filled with fond memories because of that, and I was starting to build that back into my adult life. Now, I am feeling a lot better. When I am 54 , distraction (分散注意力) is key and singing does 55 . It sends me into a state in which my body works with pure passion and joy. More importantly, I will have exercised my creativity and relieved my anxiety. 41．(1分)A．ignore B．solve C．interpret D．stress 42．(1分)A．Casually B．Ridiculously C．Controversially D．Thankfully 43．(1分)A．passion B．depression C．adaptation D．relation 44．(1分)A．tutors B．conditions C．values D．tools 45．(1分)A．though B．until C．since D．after 46．(1分)A．charged B．burdened C．mixed D．filled 47．(1分)A．open B．absent C．creative D．narrow 48．(1分)A．painting B．acting C．reading D．singing 49．(1分)A．turn B．pressure C．courage D．privilege 50．(1分)A．set off B．get through C．shrink from D．figure out 51．(1分)A．sponsor B．director C．trainer D．member 52．(1分)A．suspects B．reminds C．cures D．warns 53．(1分)A．education B．competition C．career D．existence 54．(1分)A．absorbed B．thrilled C．ambitious D．anxious 55．(1分)A．last B．help C．exist D．fade 四、语法填空 （本题15分）在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式(黑体词为本单元重点词汇)。 In most countries, turning 18 56(1.5分) (mark) the start of adulthood. But what does reaching the age of majority really mean? Does it mean that you will be 57(1.5分) (complete) in charge of your own life and able to express yourself in new and 58(1.5分) (excite) ways? What new responsibilities will you have to take 59(1.5分) ? Here, three young people tell us what turning 18 means, or meant, to them. Bethany, 16, comes from Victoria, Australia. She won’t have the right to vote in the next general 60(1.5分) (elect) , because she won’t be old enough. She has been taking driving lessons but she isn’t allowed to take her driving test 61(1.5分) she is 18. Lin Ning, 19, is from Shanghai, China. At 18, although he could do things like 62(1.5分) (get) a credit card and act on his desire to help others, there were still rules 63(1.5分) (obey) and lessons to attend. Morgan, 20, is from Florida, the US. He thought once he turned 18 and got 64(1.5分) good job he would rent an apartment, but his salary was not high enough. The reality for him has been very different. 65(1.5分) is hard for him to save money because of the household bills and high commute costs. 五、书面表达 66．（本题15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。 Elliot Edwards had always been a curious boy, full of questions about life. But as he grew older, the voices around him, “Questions don’t help you earn a living”, slowly silenced his wonder. The only shadow heavier than his unspoken curiosity was the distance between him and his younger brother Thomas. Years ago, in the heat of a quarrel, Elliot’s arm swept across the table, accidentally knocking over Thomas’ treasured music box onto the floor. It was a gift from their grandfather to Thomas on his birthday. The delicate steel comb (音梳) was bent and useless. Tiny gears (齿轮) spilled out across the floor. When Elliot clumsily picked it up and opened it, the box only produced broken notes before it fell silent forever. After the fight, Thomas had left, and the brothers had not spoken since. For over ten years, Elliot worked as a library worker, sweeping floors among silent books, his own spirit gathering dust like the shelves he cared for. One rainy Wednesday, he found a well-worn wool scarf folded neatly in the corner while cleaning shelves. It belonged to Mrs. Davies, a retired teacher who visited weekly. When she hurried back, eyes wet, she said softly, “This was my late husband’s last gift. We’d fought, and he gave it to apologize before he passed away. Don’t wait till it’s too late to make amends (弥补), dear.” Elliot watched her hold the scarf tight. For the first time, he thought of the music box at home, and wondered if he could fix his bond with Thomas. Then, behind an old heater, he found it: a wooden music box, silent but still glowing slightly. On the back of the box, carved into the wood were their grandfather’s words: “The sweetest melody plays when hearts sing together.” Memories rushed back — the happy time they spent together, Thomas’s hurt face, the weight of regret he had carried all these years. Rain hit the window. Elliot held the music box tight. Deep down, he knew he needed to find Thomas — he had to fix their bond before it was too late. 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。 The next day, he bought a new comb and started to fix the box. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Elliot stood before Thomas’ house, with the music box in his hands. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 67．（本题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。 The morning was lovely. I could hear birds singing outside. Inside, the room was bathed in sunshine. Before rushing to the kitchen, I stretched a little and enjoyed the peace. There were many things waiting — a water bottle to fill, a lunch box to pack. Soon, my son Tom got up, sleepy-eyed but full of spirit. Then he got ready for school while I moved around the kitchen. After Tom left for school, the house fell into a soft quietness again. It was a typical day, I believed. When Tom returned that afternoon, his energy was still full. He dropped his bag and rushed toward me. “Mom! Do you know what happened today?” he said breathlessly. “How would I know, Tom?” I smiled, gently moving his hair aside. “Today, I roasted (严厉批评) my classmate Linda! And the whole class burst into laughter and clapped for me!” he said, pride spreading across his face. I could see his joy. Being a mother, I always want to understand what lies beneath his victories and struggles. “Tell me everything,” I said, setting aside my cup of tea. “Linda was mean,” he began. “She made fun of my friend and we all thought she was so rude. I couldn’t let her get away with that. So, I jumped in and answered rudeness with rudeness. And the class went wild! Everyone started cheering!” he said proudly. I looked at him, smiling faintly but a little unsettled. “Are you happy with what you said?” I asked. He looked puzzled. “Yes, Mom! She started it!” “Don’t you think you might have hurt her?” I said softly. “Girls in our class aren’t soft and they’re louder than us!” He continued to explain. “But if someone spoke to me like that, even if they started it, I would feel hurt,” I replied gently. There was a long pause. He looked down. “Really, Mom?” he asked softly. “Yes, I would feel hurt too.” I said. He didn’t say more that evening. The pride in his eyes disappeared and was replaced by thoughtful silence. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 The next day when he returned, he came running into the kitchen. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I dropped what I was doing and hugged him tightly. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 高中英语单元测试——Unit 1 Growing Up（适中版01） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 一、听力选择题 1．（本题1.5分）Where does the conversation most probably take place? A．In a reading room. B．In a publishing house. C．In a bookstore. 【答案】C 【原文】W: What can I do for you, sir? M: Have you got the Harry Potter series? I want a copy for my daughter. W: Sorry, we haven’t got that at the moment. But we could order it for you. Do you know the name of the publisher? 2．（本题1.5分）How can Sarah be best described? A．Expressive. B．Helpful. C．Intelligent. 【答案】B 【原文】M: What do you think of Sarah? She’s been such a good friend to me lately. W: I like her. What has she been doing? M: She’s been studying physics with me, which I’m poor at. And she always listens patiently when I need to talk. 3．（本题1.5分）What is the woman excited about? A．Visiting her sister. B．Celebrating her birthday. C．Getting a driver’s license. 【答案】C 【原文】W: I can’t wait for Sunday! M: Ah, yes, it’s your birthday. W: Oh, don’t remind me. I never celebrate that. I am celebrating something though — I passed my driver’s test and my sister is taking me out. 4．（本题1.5分）What are the speakers mainly talking about? A．Reading plan. B．Reading advice. C．Reading preference. 【答案】C 【原文】M: What kind of literature do you like best? W: Actually, I am keen on detective novels. How about you? Romance or science fiction? M: Neither! I always put classics at hand. 5．（本题1.5分）What does the woman think about John Grisham’s books? A．Useful. B．Unconvincing. C．Interesting. 【答案】B 【原文】M: I’m reading a book written by John Grisham at the moment. It’s useful and quite good. W: I’ve read a couple of his books. But I thought the plots were weak. I can’t believe why the story goes this way. M: The one I’m reading is interesting so far. （本题3分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 6．(1.5分)When did Sally get the painting? A．On her birthday. B．On Mother’s Day. C．On Christmas Day. 7．(1.5分)What is the relationship between the speakers? A．Co-workers. B．Father and daughter. C．Boss and assistant. 【答案】6．B 7．A 【原文】M: Sally, you’ve got a great painting in your office. Is it a gift for this year’s birthday? W: I’m glad you like it. Actually, it’s a Mother’s Day gift from my daughter. M: Wow, Karen does have an eye for art. Does she work in the art field? W: She used to work as an assistant to a painter, but recently she has just joined an advertising company and works as a creative director. M: That sounds interesting. Her boss must think very highly of her. W: Yes, and her boss is just like ours, who is friendly and treats the staff well. （本题4.5分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 8．(1.5分)What’s the man looking at? A．A book. B．A letter. C．A photo. 9．(1.5分)How long was the man in Thailand? A．About 8 weeks. B．About 6 weeks. C．About 4 weeks. 10．(1.5分)What colour was the man’s shirt? A．Pink. B．Black. C．White. 【答案】8．C 9．A 10．C 【原文】M: Oh, wow! W: What’s that you’re looking at, Richard? M: Look at this photo my friend sent me by email, Stephanie. It was taken at a garden party we had in the summer when I was in Thailand teaching English a few years ago. W: I never knew you had been to Thailand. How long were you there for? M: Oh not long, about 8 weeks, but we all had a great time, enjoyable and educational. This was the evening before we came back home. Oh, what great memories! Here, have a look… W: Where are you? I can’t see you. M: I know, what a shame. That’s me in the back, almost hidden. Can you see me? I’m sitting next to Carlos wearing the pink shirt. I’m wearing a white shirt. （本题4.5分）听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 11．(1.5分)Whose book has the woman been reading lately? A．Aaron Esterson. B．Lori Gottlieb. C．Erik Erikson. 12．(1.5分)What does the woman say about the book? A．It has an unexpected end. B．It is very boring. C．It is fantastic. 13．(1.5分)What is the man probably going to do? A．Read the book. B．Write a book. C．Talk with someone. 【答案】11．B 12．C 13．A 【原文】M: What are you up to lately? W: I have been reading a book named Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. M: How do you feel about it? W: It is wonderful. I got to this book by chance. Then I was attracted from the very first page. M: Tell me more! W: Lori Gottlieb, the writer, helps the readers become aware of his or her own barriers and strengths. I could even relate to some of the situations in the book. It is very real and not boring at all. M: So it is nothing like the serious books written by Aaron Esterson or Erik Erikson. W: You bet! Lori Gottlieb is an excellent storyteller. Plus, the chapters are bite-sized, both laugh out-loud funny and inspiring. M: Sounds good. I will give it a shot. W: I am sure you will find someone to talk to after reading the book. （本题6分）听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。 14．(1.5分)What does the man say about John Grisham’s books? A．They are excellent. B．They are disappointing. C．They are difficult to understand. 15．(1.5分)What plays a key role in John Grisham’s success? A．Education. B．Talent. C．Experience. 16．(1.5分)What does the man major in? A．Law. B．Philosophy. C．Literature. 17．(1.5分)What is the woman going to do next? A．Borrow books. B．Catch a bus. C．Take a math class. 【答案】14．A 15．A 16．B 17．B 【原文】M: Hey, Lisa, how are you doing? W: Fine. I just finished a math class and you? M: Not bad. I’m going to read this book. Have you ever heard of the author, John Grisham? W: Yeah, based on his knowledge and experience with the legal system, he has written a lot of books, like The Client. M: Yes, it is one of my favorite books. His books are quite interesting. They never disappoint me. W: His success proves the importance of education. Even though his family was poor, his mother put a lot of emphasis on his education. M: I totally agree with you. W: I guess that you are interested in law. M: Yes, I find it fascinating. However, it is not charming enough to make me change my major from philosophy to law yet. W: Maybe you could write your own books in the future, just like him. M: Haha, I’m not as talented as him. W: Believe in yourself. By the way, I need to go now or I will miss the bus. See you later. M: OK, bye. （本题4.5分）听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 18．(1.5分)What influenced the sales of Tome’s works at first? A．The location. B．The skills. C．The price. 19．(1.5分)How did the program help Tome increase her profit? A．By teaching her the course on business. B．By giving her a chance to work. C．By advertising her store to tourists. 20．(1.5分)What does Tome plan to do with her savings? A．Buy more animals for her family. B．Travel abroad to enrich her knowledge. C．Encourage more women to start businesses. 【答案】18．A 19．B 20．C 【原文】    W: For years, Tome, a Maasai woman, spent her days creating jewelry. But despite her skill and dedication, her works brought almost no income. Living in a faraway area meant there were few buyers for her creations. She used to give her jewelry away for free, as she enjoyed making it and didn’t want her skills to go to waste.     Everything changed when Convoy of Hope’s Women’s Empowerment program reached her community. The program gave her an opportunity to go out to work. And she moved to a tourist area near the Maasai Mara National Park, where visitors from around the world come to experience Kenya’s culture and wildlife. In just a few months, Tome went from earning nothing to making a profit each month. Today, she has increased her profits by 400% by selling her works to tourists from other countries. With the profits, she’s purchased four goats and four sheep, giving her family additional sources of food and income. She has also trained nine other women, sharing not only her skills but also her business knowledge.     Tome has also learned the importance of planning her money. Before joining the program, she had never had extra money to save. Now, she sets aside part of her earnings each month. She dreams of using her savings to grow her business and help even more women start their own. 二、阅读理解 （本题7.5分）Self-help books are everywhere, but only a few offer ideas that can genuinely improve how we think, feel and live. Below are four widely recommended books that serve such purposes. The Courage to Be Disliked The Courage to Be Disliked by Ichiro Kishimi is written as a dialogue between a philosopher and a young man. The book challenges the belief that we must satisfy everyone around us. It teaches readers to separate their own responsibilities from others’ expectations. Once the fear of being disliked is removed, people often act more honestly and feel lighter and more confident as a result. Rapport Written by psychologists Emily and Laurence Alison, Rapport focuses on how people connect through conversation. Based on their work in tense and even dangerous situations, the authors show how cooperation depends on understanding different communication styles. By learning when to listen, when to lead, and when to adjust tone, readers can reduce conflicts and enhance collaboration with coworkers. Secure In Secure, psychologist Amir Levine explains why people behave so differently in their interactions with others. Levine provides practical tools to help readers become more emotionally stable. The book also encourages readers to notice their reactions and communication needs clearly. By understanding themselves better, readers can build calmer and more stable connections with friends and family members. Four Thousand Weeks In this book, Oliver Burkeman suggests focusing on what truly matters now rather than trying to do everything perfectly. The book encourages readers to accept limits, stop endless planning, and enjoy small, meaningful moments. By letting go of pressure and unrealistic goals, readers may discover a calmer and more satisfying way to live. 21．(2.5分)What might the readers gain from Rapport? A．Careful life-planning. B．Better self-assessment. C．Improved teamwork. D．Strengthened family bonds. 22．(2.5分)Whose book may attract a reader longing for a stable friendship? A．Amir Levine’s. B．Ichiro Kishimi’s. C．Oliver Burkeman’s. D．Emily and Laurence Alison’s. 23．(2.5分)What do the four books have in common? A．They present advice mainly through dialogues. B．They encourage reflection on thinking patterns. C．They promise a quick fix with simple techniques. D．They’re written by experts based on their experiences. 【答案】21．C 22．A 23．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四本广受推荐的自助类书籍及其核心内容。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据Rapport部分中“By learning when to listen, when to lead, and when to adjust tone, readers can reduce conflicts and enhance collaboration with coworkers.(通过学习何时倾听、何时引导以及何时调整语气，读者可以减少冲突并加强与同事的合作。)”可知，读者从Rapport这本书中可以学到如何更好地与同事合作，即改善团队合作。故选C。 22．细节理解题。根据Secure部分中“In Secure, psychologist Amir Levine explains why people behave so differently in their interactions with others. Levine provides practical tools to help readers become more emotionally stable. The book also encourages readers to notice their reactions and communication needs clearly. By understanding themselves better, readers can build calmer and more stable connections with friends and family members.(在《安全感》一书中，心理学家阿米尔·莱文解释了为什么人们在与他人互动时行为如此不同。莱文提供了实用的工具来帮助读者变得更加情绪稳定。这本书还鼓励读者清楚地注意到自己的反应和沟通需求。通过更好地了解自己，读者可以与朋友和家人建立更平静、更稳定的关系。)”可知，渴望稳定友谊的读者可能会被阿米尔·莱文的书所吸引。故选A。 23．推理判断题。根据第一段中“Self-help books are everywhere, but only a few offer ideas that can genuinely improve how we think, feel and live. Below are four widely recommended books that serve such purposes.(自助类书籍随处可见，但只有少数书籍提出的观点，能够真正改善我们的思维方式、情绪状态与生活方式。以下是广受推荐、具备此类价值的四本书籍。)”以及后文对四本书的介绍可知，四本书都旨在引导读者反思、调整思维与行为模式。故选B。 （本题10分）The sunlight was settling over the golden cornfields of Ethiopia when Susan Greeff headed for her camp after a day of shooting. She hadn’t walked far when a voice called out behind her. “Photo, photo, photo.” A young Surma boy, about seven or eight years old, was following closely. Susan let out a tired sigh. After four straight days of taking pictures for curious villagers, she had little energy left to press the button one more time. She hoped the boy would find someone else, but he kept following. When their eyes met, his hopeful “Photo?” finally stopped her. Partly out of a sudden creative impulse (冲动), an idea for a photograph flashed through her mind. She knelt in the cornfield and showed the boy where to stand and how to pose. But as Susan prepared to take the shot, the boy’s energy suddenly shifted. The eagerness gave way to shyness, and then to visible fear. No matter how gently she instructed him, she simply couldn’t get the photograph she had imagined. Frustrated, she finally gave up. The boy stood there looking small and awkward. He had wanted his picture taken, and now he had gone camera-shy at the last moment. Wanting to cheer him up, Susan clapped her hands and said with a warm smile, “That was great. You were great.” Other children from the village gathered around, also cheering and clapping. The boy’s face immediately broke into a bright smile. Susan raised her camera and recorded that moment in time. To Susan’s surprise, the photograph was far better than the carefully composed shot she had planned. She knew the image had come from a deeper place — true human connection. In that moment by the cornfield, Susan realized when we let go of our own fixed expectations and truly see the person in front of us, we create something far more meaningful than we had originally imagined. 24．(2.5分)Why did Susan refuse to take the boy’s photo at first? A．She was too tired to shoot photos. B．She disliked the boy’s loud voice. C．She was unsatisfied with her camera. D．She longed to return to her camp. 25．(2.5分)Why did the boy turn camera-shy? A．He felt nervous under instruction. B．He feared Susan’s angry look. C．He lost interest in taking the shot. D．He got sick of the required pose. 26．(2.5分)What made the final photo better? A．It used advanced techniques. B．It had better camera settings. C．It followed the planned pose. D．It froze a moment of true joy. 27．(2.5分)What message does the story convey? A．Praising children can remove shyness. B．Sincere connection leads to creation. C．Careful planning is the key to success. D．Great determination always pays off. 【答案】24．A 25．A 26．D 27．B 【导语】文章讲述了摄影师苏珊本疲惫不愿为小男孩拍照，尝试精心摆拍却因男孩怯镜失败，她暖心鼓励男孩并抓拍住男孩开怀大笑的瞬间，最终领悟：放下固有设想、建立真挚的人际联结，才能创造更有意义的作品。 【详解】24．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“Susan let out a tired sigh. After four straight days of taking pictures for curious villagers, she had little energy left to press the button one more time. (苏珊疲惫地叹了口气。在连续四天为好奇的村民拍照后，她几乎没有多余的力气再按下一次快门了。)”可知，苏珊一开始拒绝给男孩拍照是因为太过疲惫，没有力气再拍摄。 25．推理判断题。根据文章第二段“She knelt in the cornfield and showed the boy where to stand and how to pose. But as Susan prepared to take the shot, the boy’s energy suddenly shifted. The eagerness gave way to shyness, and then to visible fear. No matter how gently she instructed him, she simply couldn’t get the photograph she had imagined. (她跪在玉米田里，向男孩展示该站在哪里、如何摆姿势。但就在苏珊准备拍摄时，男孩的状态突然变了，之前的热切变成了腼腆，之后又变成了明显的恐惧。无论她的指导多么温柔，都拍不出她预想中的照片。)”可推知，男孩是在接受拍摄指导的过程中逐渐感到紧张，进而变得怯场。 26．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Wanting to cheer him up, Susan clapped her hands and said with a warm smile, ‘That was great. You were great.’ Other children from the village gathered around, also cheering and clapping. The boy’s face immediately broke into a bright smile. Susan raised her camera and recorded that moment in time. (为了让男孩振作起来，苏珊拍着手笑着说：‘太棒了，你表现得好极了。’村里的其他孩子也围了过来，一同欢呼鼓掌，男孩的脸上立刻绽放出灿烂的笑容，苏珊举起相机及时记录下了这一刻。)”以及第四段“To Susan’s surprise, the photograph was far better than the carefully composed shot she had planned. She knew the image had come from a deeper place — true human connection. (令苏珊意外的是，这张照片远比她原本精心构思的拍摄效果要好得多，她知道这张照片的内核来自更深处——真实的人际联结。)”可知，这张最终的照片定格了男孩发自内心的纯粹喜悦的瞬间，因此效果更好。 27．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“To Susan’s surprise, the photograph was far better than the carefully composed shot she had planned. She knew the image had come from a deeper place — true human connection. In that moment by the cornfield, Susan realized when we let go of our own fixed expectations and truly see the person in front of us, we create something far more meaningful than we had originally imagined. (令苏珊意外的是，这张照片远比她原本精心构思的拍摄效果要好得多，她知道这张照片的内核来自更深处——真实的人际联结。在玉米田边的那一刻，苏珊意识到，当我们放下自身的固有预期，真正去关注眼前的人时，我们能创造出远比最初想象中更有意义的事物。)”可知，故事想要传递的核心道理是真诚的人际联结能够催生更优质的创作。 （本题10分）The Whispers of Rock: A Geologist’s Personal and Cultural Thoughts Reviewed by Josh Trapani In the book The Whispers of Rock, geologist Anjana Khatwa writes about the strong ties between native cultures and the Earth’s rocks and landscapes. She believes that today’s society needs to find this connection again. The book includes different native stories linked to important places, from Japan’s mountains to New Zealand’s volcano-shaped lands and the Black Hills in North America. Although the book covers many cultures, its argument is not really new. Sometimes Khatwa’s writing sounds like she is teaching a moral lesson. It creates oversimplified comparison. Native peoples live harmoniously with nature while others only make use of nature. She worries that scientists may not accept views from non-Western cultures, but there is no need to worry. The best parts of the book are Khatwa’s personal stories. She bravely shares both happy and sad moments from her life. Studying rocks helped her see things clearly and find comfort. Her memory of visiting Kenya is especially touching. At that place, she first became interested in geology as a young girl. Khatwa sees human life stories in the changes of rocks. Some rocks go through great heat and pressure to become new and stronger, while other rocks are torn from their original places and left in foreign lands. However, reading this book made me think about my own different interest in geology. I am interested in history rather than human problems. I think the Earth’s history is very long, but human problems are very small. Khatwa’s method feels like teaching at times. But her central idea is very important. It is this: if we connect with the Earth and stay open to various ideas, we can better protect our world and ourselves. 28．(2.5分)How does Josh introduce the book’s content in paragraph one? A．By listing Khatwa’s academic achievements. B．By quoting positive reviews from readers. C．By stating its theme and giving examples. D．By comparing it with other geology books. 29．(2.5分)What is a shortcoming of the book according to the passage? A．Ignoring Western scientific views. B．Covering cultures of few places. C．Failing to include personal stories. D．Lacking creativity in argument. 30．(2.5分)How does Josh’s view of geology differ from Khatwa’s? A．He thinks rocks ignore human life. B．He cares more about Earth’s history. C．He wants geology to save the planet. D．He feels geology is protecting nature. 31．(2.5分)What’s Josh’s attitude toward the book? A．Objective. B．Critical. C．Unclear. D．Approving. 【答案】28．C 29．D 30．B 31．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了Josh Trapani对《The Whispers of Rock》一书的书评。 【详解】28．细节理解题。根据第一段中“In the book The Whispers of Rock, geologist Anjana Khatwa writes about the strong ties between native cultures and the Earth’s rocks and landscapes. (在《The Whispers of Rock》一书中，地质学家安贾娜·卡特瓦(Anjana Khatwa)描述了本土文化与地球岩石和景观之间的紧密联系)”以及“The book includes different native stories linked to important places, from Japan’s mountains to New Zealand’s volcano-shaped lands and the Black Hills in North America. (这本书包含了与重要地点相关的不同本土故事，从日本的山脉到新西兰的火山地貌，再到北美的黑山)”可知，Josh通过陈述这本书的主题，即本土文化与地球岩石和景观之间的紧密联系，并举例日本的山脉、新西兰的火山地貌和北美的黑山等重要地点相关的本土故事来介绍书的内容。故选C项。 29．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Although the book covers many cultures, its argument is not really new. (虽然这本书涵盖了许多文化，但它的论点并不新鲜)”可知，这本书的缺点是论点并不新鲜，缺乏创新性。故选D项。 30．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Khatwa sees human life stories in the changes of rocks. (Khatwa从岩石的变化中看到了人类生活的故事)”和“However, reading this book made me think about my own different interest in geology. I am interested in history rather than human problems. I think the Earth’s history is very long, but human problems are very small.(然而，读这本书让我想到了我自己对地质学的不同兴趣。我对历史感兴趣，而不是人类的问题。我认为地球的历史很长，但人类的问题很小)”可知，作者Josh对地质学的兴趣在于地球的历史，而不是人类的问题，这与Khatwa的观点不同。故选B项。 31．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Khatwa’s method feels like teaching at times. But her central idea is very important. It is this: if we connect with the Earth and stay open to various ideas, we can better protect our world and ourselves. (Khatwa的方法有时给人的感觉像是在进行教导。但她的核心观点却非常重要。那就是：如果我们与大地建立联系，并保持对各种想法的开放态度，我们就能更好地保护我们的世界以及自己)”以及全文对书的内容、优缺点以及作者观点与书中观点差异的客观描述可知，Josh对这本书的态度是客观的。故选A项。 （本题10分）Genres are often viewed as structural frameworks for literary texts, onto which elements like imagery, character, plot, and setting are layered. These frameworks are passed down through generations, evolving over time. Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world. Yet, in the nineteenth century, it was primarily seen as a form of middle-class entertainment. It was not until the twentieth century that the novel was lifted to the status of an art form, joining in the same league as painting or classical music. Later on, many scholars successively studied the characteristics of novels from the 18th and 19th centuries. Recently, in a book of Edwin Frank, Stranger Than Fiction, he raises an appealing question: Is there such a thing as a “twentieth-century novel”? Is it meaningful to distinguish the twentieth-century novel from the nineteenth-century one—or even from the novel of the twenty-first century? Frank thinks so. In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects—not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies. However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century. Has influential television reshaped the role of the novel? Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for. 32．(2.5分)Why did the novel gain recognition in the twentieth century? A．It mirrored real life. B．It displayed attractive characters. C．It was penned by the middle-class. D．It was presented in entertaining styles. 33．(2.5分)Which aspect of the twentieth-century novel does Stranger Than Fiction talk about? A．Its rises and falls. B．Its expansion and effect. C．Its significance and limitation. D．Its evolution and uniqueness. 34．(2.5分)What is the author’s attitude towards the current role of  the novel in paragraph 4? A．Optimistic. B．Indifferent. C．Content. D．Concerned. 35．(2.5分)What does the example of The Portrait of a Lady indicate? A．Novels lose their artistic appeal. B．Adaptations reduce novelsˈ flavor. C．Media breathe new life into novels. D．TV shows change the role of novels. 【答案】32．A 33．D 34．D 35．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要探讨小说体裁的发展，尤其是20世纪小说的地位变化。小说在20世纪因反映现实而备受关注，被视为“体裁之王” 。如今小说在文化讨论中地位下降，而许多19世纪小说借改编重获生机，显示出媒体能赋予小说新生命。 【详解】32．细节理解题。根据第二段中“Among all genres, the novel received the most critical attention in the twentieth century, often praised as the “king of genres” due to its reflection on the real world.(在所有体裁中，小说在20世纪受到了最重要的关注，因其对现实世界的反映而被誉为“体裁之王”)”可知，小说在二十世纪获得了认可是因为它反映了与现实的联系。故选A。 33．推理判断题。根据第三段“In his book, he illustrates how the twentieth-century novel matures into a distinct literary genre. The twentieth century was a period of violent change; therefore, violent change is what the twentieth-century novel reflects — not, or not only, in its subject matter but in its form. Frank suggests that, modern as the twentieth-century novel is, it shows the cultural relevance to development of societies.(在他的书中，他阐述了20世纪的小说是如何发展成熟，成为一种独特的文学体裁的。20世纪是一个发生剧烈变革的时期；因此，剧烈的变革正是20世纪小说所反映的内容——这种反映不仅（或者说不只是）体现在小说的主题上，还体现在其形式上。弗兰克指出，尽管20世纪的小说具有现代性，但它也显示出与社会发展的文化关联性)”可知，Stranger Than Fiction阐述了二十世纪小说如何发展成为一种独特的文学体裁，且它还反映了二十世纪的社会动荡，即与社会文化相关，这是社会背景造成的，是它的独特性，由此可推知，Stranger Than Fiction关注的是二十世纪小说的发展和其独特性。故选D。 34．推理判断题。根据第四段“However, that relevance seems to have decreased. Today, the novel no longer holds a central place in the cultural conversation. People’s daily question has shifted from “What are you reading?” to “What are you streaming?” Television series have emerged as the dominant form of middle-class entertainment in the twenty-first century.(然而，这种相关性似乎已经减弱。今天，小说在文化对话中不再占据中心位置。人们的日常问题已经从“你在看什么？”到“你在看什么电视剧？”电视连续剧已成为21世纪中产阶级娱乐的主要形式)”可知，作者对于小说当下所扮演的角色的态度是担心的，故选D。 35．推理判断题。根据最后一段中“Many nineteenth-century novels gained vitality in the twentieth century through film adaptations. Henry James, for example, would likely be pleased to know that The Portrait of a Lady has been adapted into a BBC miniseries, a feature film, and even a television version—each reaching a far larger audience than the original print edition could ever have hoped for.(许多19世纪的小说在20世纪通过电影改编而焕发了活力。例如，Henry James可能会很高兴地知道，The Portrait of a Lady已经被改编成BBC的迷你剧、故事片，甚至是电视版本——每一部都吸引了比原版印刷版所希望的更多的观众。)”可推知，The Portrait of a Lady的例子表明媒体为小说注入了生命。故选C。 （本题12.5分）Living on your own can give you an incredible sense of freedom, but many people still struggle. They claim: When you only need to answer to yourself in the house, it can be harder to have a regular rhythm in your day. 36(2.5分) Predictable routines help to reduce stress and worry. They take away some of the exhaustion you might feel when faced with a long day ahead, and they reduce the day-to-day decision-making. Structured days help to maintain your mood and support mental strength. 37(2.5分) For example, if you schedule in your exercise, you’re more likely to do it. If you plan regular mealtimes, it means you don’t forget to eat, which helps to keep your blood sugar levels stable. 38(2.5分) If you make it very inflexible, it can become a source of tension and anxiety. There should be space for unexpected events — you might get a last-minute social invitation from a friend, the weather might be awful, or you might be feeling extremely tired. You should be allowed to accommodate these changes. Sometimes you’ll have a day when you feel sad and lost. 39(2.5分) However, if you can, get up and start following some of your routine — even if you only do the basics. It can help you to feel more purposeful. Building a routine is an evolving process, and as you settle more into your solo (独居的) life, your routine will adapt and change. Celebrate being consistent, not perfect. 40(2.5分) Overpacking your days will make them exhausting and stressful, which is why it’s just as important to add in periods of rest and relaxation. A．An extremely fixed routine has its advantages. B．When building a routine, think about balance. C．But having a healthy routine can bring stability. D．However, it’s important not to be too strict with it. E．Without a routine, you may easily lose your identity. F．It’s appealing to stay in bed and not face the day at all. G．There are also physical health benefits of having a routine. 【答案】36．C 37．G 38．D 39．F 40．B 【导语】文章主要介绍独居生活虽自由但易作息混乱，阐述规律作息的身心益处，说明作息规划需兼顾灵活与平衡，倡导适度、可持续的作息习惯。 【详解】36．上文“Living on your own can give you an incredible sense of freedom, but many people still struggle. They claim: When you only need to answer to yourself in the house, it can be harder to have a regular rhythm in your day.(独居能给人极大的自由，但很多人仍倍感煎熬，他们认为独居无人约束，很难养成规律的生活节奏)”指出独居易缺乏规律作息的问题，C选项“But having a healthy routine can bring stability(但健康的作息能带来稳定)”与上文构成转折关系，转折引出规律作息的积极作用，开启下文对作息益处的介绍。 37．下文“For example, if you schedule in your exercise, you’re more likely to do it. If you plan regular mealtimes, it means you don’t forget to eat, which helps to keep your blood sugar levels stable.(例如，规划锻炼时间，你更可能坚持运动；固定用餐时间，就不会忘记吃饭，有助于维持血糖稳定)”举例说明了规律作息对身体健康的好处，G选项“There are also physical health benefits of having a routine(规律作息对身体健康也有益处)”起到承上启下的作用，承接上文规律作息对心理、情绪的积极影响，引出下文身体健康层面的益处，贴合段落内容。 38．下文“If you make it very inflexible, it can become a source of tension and anxiety. There should be space for unexpected events...You should be allowed to accommodate these changes.(如果作息过于死板，会引发紧张和焦虑，生活需要预留应对突发状况的空间，要学会适应变化)”强调作息不能过于僵化，需要灵活变通，D选项“However, it’s important not to be too strict with it(但重要的是不要对作息太过严苛)”引出本段核心观点，与下文内容精准呼应。 39．上文“Sometimes you’ll have a day when you feel sad and lost.(有时你会感到低落迷茫)”提出情绪低落的状态，F选项“It’s appealing to stay in bed and not face the day at all(此时人们总想卧床不起，逃避生活)”承接上文，说明低落时的常见状态；下文“However, if you can, get up and start following some of your routine(但只要可以，就起身遵循日常作息)”与F选项构成转折，提出应对办法。 40．上文“Celebrate being consistent, not perfect.(要追求作息的持之以恒，而非完美无缺)”倡导适度的作息状态，下文“Overpacking your days will make them exhausting and stressful, which is why it’s just as important to add in periods of rest and relaxation(日程过满会让人疲惫焦虑，预留休息放松的时间同样重要)”强调作息需要劳逸结合、张弛有度，B选项“When building a routine, think about balance(制定作息时要兼顾平衡)”概括本段主旨，衔接上下文观点。 三、完形填空 （本题15分）About six years ago I started having panic attacks (恐慌症). I began my journey to 41 them with traditional tools, all of which were a great help. 42 , a year later treatment was no longer needed. Frustratingly, about a year after that, I started to develop 43 and began to have panic attacks once again. I tried what I knew best and went back to my previous 44 , but I was still struggling and far from feeling well again 45 I got some new advice. I loved to sing when I was young. My childhood had been 46 with creativity, yet for most of my adult life it was neglected. A therapist told me that mental health issues are common among the 47 minds of the world when creativity is suppressed (压制) . To regain it, I decided to get back into 48 . Then I joined a group called Sound, a pop choir. Much better, I found the 49 to audition (试音). I was amazed that I managed to 50 such a risky situation and not have a panic attack. The audition itself was a win for me, never mind how I did. I have now been a 51 of the choir for three years. I love the community and the performances. It 52 me of who I was at school. My path back then was always “do what you love”. My entire 53 was filled with fond memories because of that, and I was starting to build that back into my adult life. Now, I am feeling a lot better. When I am 54 , distraction (分散注意力) is key and singing does 55 . It sends me into a state in which my body works with pure passion and joy. More importantly, I will have exercised my creativity and relieved my anxiety. 41．(1分)A．ignore B．solve C．interpret D．stress 42．(1分)A．Casually B．Ridiculously C．Controversially D．Thankfully 43．(1分)A．passion B．depression C．adaptation D．relation 44．(1分)A．tutors B．conditions C．values D．tools 45．(1分)A．though B．until C．since D．after 46．(1分)A．charged B．burdened C．mixed D．filled 47．(1分)A．open B．absent C．creative D．narrow 48．(1分)A．painting B．acting C．reading D．singing 49．(1分)A．turn B．pressure C．courage D．privilege 50．(1分)A．set off B．get through C．shrink from D．figure out 51．(1分)A．sponsor B．director C．trainer D．member 52．(1分)A．suspects B．reminds C．cures D．warns 53．(1分)A．education B．competition C．career D．existence 54．(1分)A．absorbed B．thrilled C．ambitious D．anxious 55．(1分)A．last B．help C．exist D．fade 【答案】 41．B 42．D 43．B 44．D 45．B 46．D 47．C 48．D 49．C 50．B 51．D 52．B 53．A 54．D 55．B 【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要记叙了作者深受恐慌症和抑郁症的困扰，在医生的建议下，决定重新开始以前喜欢的唱歌事业，加入了合唱团，最后焦虑情况得到了缓解。 【详解】41．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我开始了用传统方法解决这些问题的旅程，这些工具都有很大的帮助。A. ignore忽视；B. solve解决；C. interpret解释；D. stress强调。上文“About six years ago I started having panic attacks (恐慌症).(大约六年前，我开始惊恐发作)”提到作者患有恐慌症，结合空后“with traditional tools”可知，此处是指用传统的方法来解决这些问题。故选B。 42．考查副词词义辨析。句意：谢天谢地，一年后不再需要治疗了。A. Casually随意地；B. Ridiculously荒谬地；C. Controversially有争议地；D. Thankfully谢天谢地，感激地。根据“a year later treatment was no longer needed”可知， 谢天谢地，一年后作者就不再需要治疗了，故选D。 43．考查名词词义辨析。句意：令人沮丧的是，大约一年后，我开始患上抑郁症，又开始恐慌症发作。A. passion激情；B. depression抑郁，抑郁症；C. adaptation适应；D. relation关系。结合“Frustratingly”以及空后“began to have panic attacks once again”可知，作者患上抑郁症，恐慌症再次发作，故选B。 44．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我尝试了我最熟悉的方法，又回到了我以前的方法，但我仍然很挣扎，直到我得到一些新的建议才感觉好起来。A. tutors家庭教师，导师；B. conditions条件；C. values价值；D. tools工具，手段，方法。根据第一段中“traditional tools”可知，作者以前是用传统的方法，此处指以前用的方法，故选D。 45．考查连词词义辨析。句意同上。A. though尽管；B. until直到；C. since因为；D. after在……以后。结合空前后句意可知，此处指作者仍然苦苦挣扎，直到得到一些新的建议才感觉好起来，故选B。 46．考查动词词义辨析。句意：我的童年充满了创造力，但在我成年后的大部分时间里，创造力却被忽视了。A. charged给……充电，起诉；B. burdened负重；C. mixed混合；D. filled充满。此处与下文“yet for most of my adult life it was neglected”是转折关系，故此处指“我的童年充满了创造力”，be filled with“充满”，故选D。 47．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：一位治疗师告诉我，当创造力被压制时，世界上有创造力的人都会出现心理健康问题。A. open开放的；B. absent缺席的；C. creative有创造力的；D. narrow狭窄的。结合上下文提到的“creativity”可知，当创造力被压制时，世界上有创造力的人都会出现心理健康问题，故选C。 48．考查名词词义辨析。句意：为了重新获得它，我决定重新开始唱歌。A. painting绘画；B. acting表演；C. reading阅读；D. singing唱歌。结合下文“Then I joined a group called Sound, a pop choir.(然后我加入了一个叫Sound的团体，一个流行的合唱团)”可知，作者决定重新开始唱歌，故选D。 49．考查名词词义辨析。句意：更好的是，我鼓起了试音的勇气。A. turn转动；B. pressure压力；C. courage勇气；D. privilege特权。结合下文“I was amazed that I managed to ____10____ such a risky situation”可知，作者认为这是一个有风险的情况，故是鼓起勇气参加试音，故选C。 50．考查动词短语辨析。句意：我很惊讶，我成功度过了这样一个有风险的情况，没有发作恐慌症。A. set off动身，出发；B. get through度过，熬过；C. shrink from收缩；D. figure out解决，想出。根据后文“such a risky situation and not have a panic attack”可知，作者成功度过了试音这种容易引发恐慌的情况。故选B。 51．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我加入合唱团已经三年了。A. sponsor赞助商；B. director导演；C. trainer训练者；D. member成员。上文“Then I joined a group called Sound, a pop choir.”提到作者加入了一个合唱团，此处指加入该合唱团三年了，故选D。 52．考查动词词义辨析。句意：它让我想起了我在学校的样子。A. suspects怀疑；B. reminds提醒，使想起；C. cures治愈；D. warns警告。结合空后的“me of who I was at school”可知，此处指作者想起了自己在学校的时候。remind sb. of sth.“使某人想起某事”。故选B。 53．考查名词词义辨析。句意：我的整个教育过程都充满了美好的回忆，因为这一点，我开始把它带回到我的成年生活中。A. education教育；B. competition比赛；C. career事业；D. existence存在。结合上文“I was at school”可知，作者想起了自己在学校的时候，因此可推知，此处指的是作者接受的教育都充满了美好的回忆。故选A。 54．考查形容词词义辨析。句意：当我焦虑时，分散注意力是关键，唱歌确实有帮助。A. absorbed全神贯注；B. thrilled非常兴奋，极为激动；C. ambitious有野心的；D. anxious焦虑的。结合“distraction (分散注意力) is key”可知，此处指“当我焦虑时，分散注意力是关键”，故选D。 55．考查动词词义辨析。句意同上。A. last持续；B. help帮助；C. exist存在；D. fade褪色，逐渐消失。根据上文“Now, I am feeling a lot better.(现在，我感觉好多了)”以及下文“It sends me into a state in which my body works with pure passion and joy.(它让我进入一种状态，在这种状态下，我的身体充满了纯粹的激情和快乐)”可知，唱歌对作者有帮助，故选B。 四、语法填空 （本题15分）在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式(黑体词为本单元重点词汇)。 In most countries, turning 18 56(1.5分) (mark) the start of adulthood. But what does reaching the age of majority really mean? Does it mean that you will be 57(1.5分) (complete) in charge of your own life and able to express yourself in new and 58(1.5分) (excite) ways? What new responsibilities will you have to take 59(1.5分) ? Here, three young people tell us what turning 18 means, or meant, to them. Bethany, 16, comes from Victoria, Australia. She won’t have the right to vote in the next general 60(1.5分) (elect) , because she won’t be old enough. She has been taking driving lessons but she isn’t allowed to take her driving test 61(1.5分) she is 18. Lin Ning, 19, is from Shanghai, China. At 18, although he could do things like 62(1.5分) (get) a credit card and act on his desire to help others, there were still rules 63(1.5分) (obey) and lessons to attend. Morgan, 20, is from Florida, the US. He thought once he turned 18 and got 64(1.5分) good job he would rent an apartment, but his salary was not high enough. The reality for him has been very different. 65(1.5分) is hard for him to save money because of the household bills and high commute costs. 【答案】 56．marks 57．completely 58．exciting 59．on 60．election 61．until 62．getting 63．to obey 64．a 65．It 【导语】主要介绍在多数国家十八岁意味着成年，并结合三位不同国家青年的经历，讲述成年带来的权利、责任与现实状况。 【详解】56．考查动词时态。句意：在大多数国家，年满十八岁标志着成年的开始。此处为谓语动词，陈述客观事实，用一般现在时，主语为动名词短语turning 18，谓语动词使用第三人称单数形式marks。 57．考查副词。句意：这是否意味着你将完全掌控自己的生活，并能够以新颖且令人振奋的方式表达自我？此处修饰介词短语in charge of，需用副词作状语，complete的副词形式为completely意为“完全地”。 58．考查形容词。句意：这是否意味着你将完全掌控自己的生活，并能够以新颖且令人振奋的方式表达自我？此处修饰名词ways，修饰事物要用-ing形式的形容词，excite对应的形容词exciting意为“令人兴奋的”。 59．考查介词。句意：你需要承担哪些新的责任呢？此处为固定搭配take on意为“承担（责任、工作等）”，所以此处为介词on。 60．考查名词。句意：她无法在下一次大选中投票，因为她年龄还不够。形容词general后接名词作宾语，elect对应的名词形式为election意为“选举”。 61．考查连词。句意：她一直在练车，但要等到十八岁才能参加驾照考试。此处固定结构not...until...意为“直到……才……”，所以用连词until引导时间状语从句。 62．考查非谓语动词。句意：十八岁时，尽管他可以办理信用卡、遵从本心去帮助他人，但依旧需要遵守规则、上课学习。此处like为介词，后接动名词作宾语，所以用getting。 63．考查非谓语动词。句意：十八岁时，尽管他可以办理信用卡、遵从本心去帮助他人，但依旧需要遵守规则、上课学习。结合并列结构“lessons to attend”可知，此处用动词不定式作后置定语，修饰名词rules，所以用to obey。 64．考查冠词。句意：他原以为自己年满十八岁、找到一份好工作后就可以租房居住，可他的薪水却并不高。job为可数名词单数，空前无限定词，结合句意，此处表示“一份好工作”为泛指，且good是以辅音音素开头的单词，所以用不定冠词a。 65．考查代词。句意：由于家庭开销和高额的通勤费用，他很难存下钱。此处用为“It作形式主语，动词不定式短语作真正主语”结构，所以此处为代词it，位于句首，首字母需大写。 五、书面表达 66．（本题15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。 Elliot Edwards had always been a curious boy, full of questions about life. But as he grew older, the voices around him, “Questions don’t help you earn a living”, slowly silenced his wonder. The only shadow heavier than his unspoken curiosity was the distance between him and his younger brother Thomas. Years ago, in the heat of a quarrel, Elliot’s arm swept across the table, accidentally knocking over Thomas’ treasured music box onto the floor. It was a gift from their grandfather to Thomas on his birthday. The delicate steel comb (音梳) was bent and useless. Tiny gears (齿轮) spilled out across the floor. When Elliot clumsily picked it up and opened it, the box only produced broken notes before it fell silent forever. After the fight, Thomas had left, and the brothers had not spoken since. For over ten years, Elliot worked as a library worker, sweeping floors among silent books, his own spirit gathering dust like the shelves he cared for. One rainy Wednesday, he found a well-worn wool scarf folded neatly in the corner while cleaning shelves. It belonged to Mrs. Davies, a retired teacher who visited weekly. When she hurried back, eyes wet, she said softly, “This was my late husband’s last gift. We’d fought, and he gave it to apologize before he passed away. Don’t wait till it’s too late to make amends (弥补), dear.” Elliot watched her hold the scarf tight. For the first time, he thought of the music box at home, and wondered if he could fix his bond with Thomas. Then, behind an old heater, he found it: a wooden music box, silent but still glowing slightly. On the back of the box, carved into the wood were their grandfather’s words: “The sweetest melody plays when hearts sing together.” Memories rushed back — the happy time they spent together, Thomas’s hurt face, the weight of regret he had carried all these years. Rain hit the window. Elliot held the music box tight. Deep down, he knew he needed to find Thomas — he had to fix their bond before it was too late. 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。 The next day, he bought a new comb and started to fix the box. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Elliot stood before Thomas’ house, with the music box in his hands. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】 The next day, he bought a new comb and started to fix the box. Without hesitation, he cleared his table, laying out the tiny gears and the spare parts he had kept safely for ten years. He adjusted the delicate steel comb again and again with tweezers, and patiently pieced each tiny gear into the right place. For the whole day, he devoted himself entirely to the old music box, regardless of his trembling fingers and sore muscles. As dusk fell, he gently opened the music box. The familiar tune echoed in the room, warm and healing, sweeping away the heavy gloom that had lingered in Elliot’s heart for more than a decade. Elliot stood before Thomas’ house, with the music box in his hands. Nervous as he was, he gathered his courage and knocked at the door. No sooner had Thomas opened the door than he froze for a second, surprise flashing across his eyes. Taking a deep breath, Elliot lifted the music box and handed over the box gently, his voice shaky with sincerity, “I’m really sorry.” Beaming a warm smile, Thomas hugged his brother tightly for the first time in many years, hot tears in both their eyes. The two hearts, buried under long silence and misunderstanding, finally began to heal with the lingering melody, just as their grandfather’s words had said. 【导语】本文以人物为线索展开。Elliot因一次争执摔坏弟弟Thomas的生日礼物——祖父赠予的木制音乐盒，导致兄弟二人十年失联。后来Elliot做图书管理员时，拾到退休教师Davies夫人的围巾，听闻其与丈夫的往事深受触动，回家找到那枚破损的音乐盒，回忆涌上心头，最终决定找回弟弟，弥补这份亲情。 【详解】1.段落续写 ①由第一段句首内容可知，第一段可以描写Elliot仔细修理音乐盒并成功修复。 ②由第二段句首内容可知，第二段可以描写Elliot带着修理好的音乐盒找到Thomas道歉，兄弟两人重归于好。 2.续写线索：Elliot准备工具 —— 修理音乐盒 —— 音乐盒修复 —— 找到Thomas ——两人和解 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①打开：open/unfold/unlock ②致力于：devote/commit/dedicate ③深呼吸：take a deep breath/inhale deeply/breathe deeply 情绪类： ①紧张的：nervous/strained/anxious ②惊讶：surprise/amazement/astonishment 【点睛】【高分句型1】The familiar tune echoed in the room, warm and healing, sweeping away the heavy gloom that had lingered in Elliot’s heart for more than a decade.(运用了形容词作状语，现在分词作状语和that引导的限制性定语从句) 【高分句型2】No sooner had Thomas opened the door than he froze for a second, surprise flashing across his eyes. (运用了no sooner…than…引导的时间状语从句和独立主格结构) 67．（本题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。 The morning was lovely. I could hear birds singing outside. Inside, the room was bathed in sunshine. Before rushing to the kitchen, I stretched a little and enjoyed the peace. There were many things waiting — a water bottle to fill, a lunch box to pack. Soon, my son Tom got up, sleepy-eyed but full of spirit. Then he got ready for school while I moved around the kitchen. After Tom left for school, the house fell into a soft quietness again. It was a typical day, I believed. When Tom returned that afternoon, his energy was still full. He dropped his bag and rushed toward me. “Mom! Do you know what happened today?” he said breathlessly. “How would I know, Tom?” I smiled, gently moving his hair aside. “Today, I roasted (严厉批评) my classmate Linda! And the whole class burst into laughter and clapped for me!” he said, pride spreading across his face. I could see his joy. Being a mother, I always want to understand what lies beneath his victories and struggles. “Tell me everything,” I said, setting aside my cup of tea. “Linda was mean,” he began. “She made fun of my friend and we all thought she was so rude. I couldn’t let her get away with that. So, I jumped in and answered rudeness with rudeness. And the class went wild! Everyone started cheering!” he said proudly. I looked at him, smiling faintly but a little unsettled. “Are you happy with what you said?” I asked. He looked puzzled. “Yes, Mom! She started it!” “Don’t you think you might have hurt her?” I said softly. “Girls in our class aren’t soft and they’re louder than us!” He continued to explain. “But if someone spoke to me like that, even if they started it, I would feel hurt,” I replied gently. There was a long pause. He looked down. “Really, Mom?” he asked softly. “Yes, I would feel hurt too.” I said. He didn’t say more that evening. The pride in his eyes disappeared and was replaced by thoughtful silence. 注意： 1．续写词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 The next day when he returned, he came running into the kitchen. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I dropped what I was doing and hugged him tightly. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】范文 The next day when he returned, he came running into the kitchen. His face was mixed with nervousness and relief. He told me that he had found Linda at break time and apologized for speaking rudely to her. He admitted that responding to rudeness with rudeness was wrong, even though Linda had teased his friend at first. To his surprise, Linda said she was sorry too for her bad behaviour. They even talked for a short while and cleared up their misunderstanding. A faint smile appeared on his face as he shared the whole story. I dropped what I was doing and hugged him tightly. I told him how proud I was of his courage to say sorry. I explained that true bravery was not winning cheers by arguing back, but choosing kindness even when others treated us badly. Though it was hard to admit mistakes, it could heal hurt feelings. Tom nodded seriously. He realized that laughter from classmates was not real victory. What really mattered was treating others with respect, no matter what had happened. 【导语】本文讲述了一天早上，汤姆在学校用粗鲁言语回击取笑朋友的琳达，赢得全班喝彩，他十分得意。回家后汤姆骄傲地将此事告知妈妈（作者），妈妈没有表扬，却耐心开导他，指出以暴制暴会伤害别人。汤姆陷入沉思。第二天汤姆主动向琳达道歉，琳达也认错，二人化解误会。妈妈拥抱并肯定他，让他懂得真正的勇敢是心怀善意、尊重他人，而非争得众人欢呼。 【详解】1.段落续写： ①由第一段首句内容可知，第一段可描写回家后汤姆告知自己主动向琳达道歉，琳达也认错，二人化解误会。 ②由第二段首句内容可知，第二段可描写妈妈拥抱并肯定他，让他懂得真正的勇敢是心怀善意、尊重他人，而非争得众人欢呼。 2.续写线索：汤姆回家→母亲开导→认识到错误→主动道歉→感悟 3.词汇激活 行为类 ①嘲笑：tease/make fun of ②重要：matter/count 情绪类 ①无礼地：rudely/impolitely ②惊讶：surprise/astonishment 【点睛】[高分句型1] He told me that he had found Linda at break time and apologized for speaking rudely to her.（运用了that引导宾语从句） [高分句型2] What really mattered was treating others with respect, no matter what had happened.（运用了what引导主语从句和no matter what引导让步状语从句） 2 / 2 2 / 2 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $听力考试正式开始。What can I do for you, sir? Have you got the Harry potter series? I want a copy for my daughter. Sorry, we haven't got that at the moment, but we could order IT for you. Do you know the name of the publisher? What can I do for you, sir? Have you got the Harry potter series? I want to a copy for my daughter. Sorry, we haven't got that at the moment, but we could order IT for you. Do you know the name of the publisher? Listen to the next question. What do you think of Sarah? She's been such a good friend to me lately. I like her. What has he been doing? She's been . studying physics with me, with I am poor at, and he always listens patiently when I need to talk. Listen the next question. I can't wait for sunday. Yes, it's birthday. Oh, don't remind me. I never celebrate that. I am celebrating something though. I passed my driver's s test and my sister is taking me out. I can't wait for sunday. Yes, it's birthday. Oh. don't remind me, I never celebrate that. I am celebrating something, though. I passed my driver's s test and my sister is taking me out. Listen to the next question. What kind of literature do you like best? Actually, I am keen on detective novels. How about you? Roman saw science fiction. neither. I always put classics at hand. What kind of literature do you like best? Actually, I am keen on detective novels. How about you? Roman saw science fiction. neither. I always put classics at hand. Listen to the next question. I'm reading a book written by john russia at the moment. It's useful and quite good. I've read a couple of his books, but I thought the plot were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. The one i'm reading is interesting so far. I'm reading a book written by john russia at the moment. It's useful and quite good. I've read a couple of his books, but I thought the plot were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. The one i'm reading is interesting so far. Listen to the . next question. Sally, you got a great painting in your office. Is that a gift for this year's birthday? I'm glad you like IT. Actually, it's a mother's day gift from . my daughter. Wow, here and does have an eye for art. 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Stephanie IT was taken at a garden party we had in the summer when I was in thailand teaching english . a few years ago, I never knew you had been to thailand. How long were you there for? Oh. not long, about eight weeks. But we all had a great time, enjoyable and educational. This was the evening before we came back home. Oh, what great memories here. Have a look. Where are you? I can see you. I know what a shame that me in the back almost hidden. Can you see me? I'm sitting next to car. Los, wearing the pink shirt. I'm wearing a White shirt. Oh, wow. What's that . you are looking at? Richard. look at this photo. My friend sent me my email. Stephanie IT was taken at a garden party we had in the summer when I was in thailand teaching english a few years ago. I never knew you had been to thailand. How long were you there for? Oh, not long, about eight weeks. But we all had a great time, enjoyable and educational. This was the evening before we came back home. Oh, what great memories here. Have a look. Where are you? I can see you. I know. What a shame that me in the back almost hidden. Can you see me? I'm sitting next to Carlos wearing the pink shirt. I'm wearing a White shirt. Listen to the next question. What are you up to lately? I ve been reading a book named, maybe you should talk to someone. How do you feel about IT? IT is wonderful. I got to this book by chance. Then I was attracted from the very first page. Tell me more. Lorry got lib. The writer helps the readers become aware of his or her own barriers and strength. I could even relate to some of the situations in the book. IT is very real and not not boring at all. So IT is nothing like this serious books written by iran esterton or eric erickson. You bet lorri got lib is an excEllent storyteller, plus the chapters are bite sized, both laugh out loud, funny and inspiring. Sounds good. I will give you a shot. I am sure you'll find someone to talk to after reading the book. What are you up to lately? I have been reading a book named, maybe you should talk to someone. How do you feel about IT? IT is wonderful. I got to this book by chance. Then I was attracted from the very first page. Tell me more. Lorry got lib. The writer helps the readers become aware of his or her own barriers and strength. I could even relate to some of the is in the book. IT is very real and not boring at all. So IT is nothing like the serious books written by aran esterton or eric erickson. You bet lorri god lib is an excEllent storyteller, plus that chapters are bite sized, both laugh out loud, funny and inspiring. Sounds good. I will give you a shot. I am sure you'll find someone to talk to after reading the book. Listen to the next question. Hey, lisa, how are you doing? Fine. I just finished the math class and you not bad. I'm going to read this book. Have you ever heard of the author john grisham? yeah. 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Everything changed when convoy of hopes women's empowerment program reached her community. The program gave her an opportunity to go out to work. And SHE moved to a tourist area near the masi mara national park, where visitors from around the world come to experience cannas cause and wildlife. In just a few months, Tommy went from earning nothing to making a profit. Each month today, SHE has increased her profits by four hundred percent by selling her works to tourists from other countries with the profits she's purchased for goats and for sheep, giving her family additional sources of food and income. SHE has also trained nine other women, sharing not only her skills but also her business knowledge. Tom has also learned the importance of planning her money before joining the program. SHE had never had extra money to save. Now SHE set aside part of her earnings each month. SHE dreams of using her savings to grow her business and help even more women start their own. 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SHE has also trained nine other women, sharing not only her skills but also her business knowledge to may has also learned the importance of planning her money before joining the program. SHE had never had extra money to save. Now SHE set aside part of her earnings each month. SHE dreams of using her savings to grow her business and help even more women start their own. 听力部分到此结束。