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期末联考
高二英语
本试卷共 67 题。满分 150 分，共 12 页，考试用时 120 分钟 注意事项：
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第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分 30 分）
第一节 （共 5 小题;每小题 1. 5 分，满分 7. 5 分）
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How does the man sound
A. Surprised. B. Annoyed. C. Confused.
2. Which picture does the man like most
A. The one of the buildings. B. The one of animals. C. The one of boats.
3. What are the speakers going to do first
A. See a movie. B. Go for a walk. C. Have dinner.
4. Why does the woman call the man
A. To give advice. B. To ask for help. C. To finish the document （文件）.
5. What is Mary probably doing according to the woman
A. Doing some training. B. Attending a meeting. C. Going on holiday.
第二节 （共小题;每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，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。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. When will the film start
A. At 8:00 pm. B. At 7:30 pm. C. At 7:00 pm.
7. Who is the man probably
A. A ticket seller. B. An actor. C. A shop assistant.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does the woman say about the cafeteria （自助食堂） in her old school
A. It is crowded. B. It is small. C. It is noisy.
9. Which part of the old school is short of modern equipment
A. The school hall. B. The classrooms. C. The library.
10. What is the man going to talk about next
A. His experience in the old school.
B. His feelings about the new school.
C. His advice on rebuilding the school.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. What did the woman do last night
A. She attended a party. B. She studied sleep problems. C. She met her study group.
12. Why does the man speak of a study
A. To comfort the woman. B. To persuade the woman. C. To praise the woman.
13. What does the woman want to do now
A. Eat something. B. Do sports. C. Have a rest.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Wife and husband. B. Strangers. C. Mother and son.
15. When will the woman watch the play
A. On April 6th B. On April 7th C. On April 8th
16. How much will the woman pay in total
A. 10. B. 20. C. 30.
17. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Visit the Children’s Club. B. Pay for the tickets now. C. Arrive at the theatre early.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What has the speaker been interested in since childhood
A. Writing. B. Nursing. C. Teaching.
19. How did the speaker feel about the old woman’s decisions
A. Satisfied. B. Surprised. C. Disappointed.
20. What does the speaker plan to do
A. Found a company. B. Travel around America. C. Study abroad.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2. 5 分，满分 37. 5 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Day Trips out of New York City: Fun for Kids and Families in Summer
These four fun and easy day trips out of New York City will add pleasure to your family’s summer. Take a picnic and drive to any of these kid-friendly destinations （目的地）.
Weir Farm National Historic Site and Art Center
735 Nod Hill Rd. , Wilton, CT 06897
1 hour 30 minutes from NYC
Weir Farm is a 68-acre United States national park for art. At the beginning of the 20th century, the farm was the summer home of American Impressionist Julian Alden Weir. Weir and artists in his time painted the landscape’s hills, forests and gardens, changing the beautiful countryside setting into Impressionist masterpieces （杰作）.
The farm is open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm daily.
Storm King Art Center
1 Museum Rd. , New Windsor, NY 12553
1 hour 40 minutes from NYC
Founded in 1960, Storm King is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley. Here, visitors can experience sculpture （雕塑） amid grasslands, hills, and under the open sky. Spend an afternoon picnicking and enjoying the center’s special combination of art and nature.
The site is open from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm every day except Tuesday.
Historic Huguenot Street
81 Huguenot St. , New Paltz, NY 12561
1 hour 45 minutes from NYC
Historic Huguenot Street is a 10-acre National Historic Landmark District. The Huguenot settlement changed over time, and the site helps visitors understand the historic forces that have changed America by teaching about Native and enslaved African peoples as well as Dutch and French settlers.
The Historic Huguenot Street’s Museum Shop is open Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Brookhollow’s Barnyard
301 Rockaway Valley Rd. , Boonton, NJ 07005
1 hour from NYC
Brookhollow’s Barnyard, a family New Jersey petting zoo, offers walk-through and drive- through farm experiences to families. Pigs, horses, goats and more as you walk or drive through the farmyard.
Walk-through tickets are available （可获得的） from Wednesday through Saturday. The drive-through experience is available on Sunday.
21. How long does it take you to drive to Storm King Art Center from NYC
A. 1 hour. B. 1 hour 30 minutes. C. 1 hour 40 minutes. D. 1 hour 45 minutes.
22. Which place should you go to if you are interested in American history
A. Weir Farm National Historic Site and Art Center.
B. Historic Huguenot Street
C. Brookhollow’s Barnyard.
D. Storm King Art Center.
23. When can you have a walk-through experience at Brookhollow’s Barnyard
A. On Tuesday. B. On Monday. C. On Sunday. D. On Thursday.
B
Rain was beating down on my car as I drove slowly down a less-traveled road. Suddenly the steering wheel jumped in my hands as one of the tires （轮胎） burst with a bang. It was impossible for me to change that tire! A thought that a passing motorist might stop disappeared at once. Why would anyone I knew I wouldn’t. Then I remembered that a short distance up a little side road was a house. I started the engine and drove slowly until I came to that house.
I honked the horn （鸣笛）. Then the door opened and a little girl about eight stood there. I rolled down the window and called out that I needed someone to change the flat tire because I was disabled and couldn’t do it myself. A moment later, the girl came out with raincoat and hat, followed by a man who called a cheerful greeting. I sat there comfortably and dryly, and felt sorry for the man and the little girl working so hard in the storm. Well, I would pay them for it. The rain seemed to be little now, and I rolled down the window to watch. It seemed to me that they were awfully slow and I was beginning to become impatient. Finally, it was done and then they were standing at my car window.
He said, “This is a bad night for car trouble, but you’re all set now. ” “Thanks,” I said. “How much do I owe you ” He shook his head. “Nothing. Cynthia told me you were on crutches （腋杖）. Glad to be of help. There’s no charge. ” I held out a five-dollar bill, but he made no effort to take it and the little girl stepped closer to me and said, “Grandpa can’t see it. ”
A blind old man and a child! They were just working with cold, wet fingers for tools in the dark—a darkness that for him would probably never end until death. I don’t remember how long I sat there after they said good night, but it was long enough for me to search deep within myself. I realized that I was filled with self-pity, selfishness, indifference to the needs of others.
Helping others is a way of life, one that I am trying to follow. It isn’t always easy, but the value is there. I am trying now not only to climb 14 steps each day, but in my small way to help others.
24. The writer didn’t expect others to stop to help him as he thought they would _____.
A. not notice him in the rain B. not know he was disabled
C. be unlikely to travel on that road D. ignore the needs of others
25. As the time taken to change the tire became longer, the writer began to feel _____.
A. sorry for the man and the girl B. dissatisfied with the man and the girl
C. unwilling to pay the man and the girl D. grateful to the man and the girl
26. The grandfather needed the girl’s help because of _____.
A. the darkness B. the heavy rain C. his blindness D. his old age
27. What did the writer learn from the experience mentioned above
A. He should learn how to do things for himself.
B. Disabled people should know how to drive on rainy days.
C. Age doesn’t matter when it comes to giving a helping hand.
D. He should not be selfish and should try to help others if possible.
C
You may not know a lot of people when you start senior high school. Maybe your friends from junior high school are going to a different senior high school. Even if you know other freshmen （一年级学生）, you still feel jittery that you don’t know any upperclassmen. How are you going to make friends among this sea of unknown faces
Most senior high schools hold the freshman orientation （迎新会） before school actually starts. It is helpful because you not only learn your way around the building but also get to meet some of your teachers and fellow freshmen. That way, when you show up on your first day of school, you may already recognize a few familiar faces.
When you talk to people at orientation, you’ll probably find that a lot of them are feeling just like you are. They’re all new to the school and don’t know what to expect. Talking about a common concern with your classmates can help you develop friendships.
The work in senior high school is something freshmen are probably worried about. It builds on what you learned in junior high school, giving you a more advanced （高深的） knowledge of many subjects. So you may find you have more work to do or that it’s a bit more challenging. If you ever find your work too difficult, teachers can give you extra help.
Senior high school also has more after-school activities than junior high school, such as clubs, music and theater groups and sports teams. This is a good time to explore your interests and try new things.
Junior high school taught you the basics of time management and social skills while providing you with a little extra support and guidance. Senior high school gives you the chance tolearn how to be more independent and responsible.
28. What does the underlined word “jittery” mean in Paragraph 1
A. Proud. B. Confident. C. Anxious. D. Bored.
29. What are freshmen probably worried about
A. The learning task. B. The freshman orientation.
C. The ability to make friends. D. The relationship with teachers.
30. What do after-school activities mainly help students to do
A. Develop friendships. B. Develop their interests.
C. Build up their strength. D. Improve their learning ability.
31. What is the last paragraph mainly about
A. What you learned in junior high school.
B. The importance of being more independent.
C. How to improve yourself in senior high school.
D. The difference between junior high school and senior high school.
D
I have spent the last few months with Yang, my new dog, one I am co-raising to be a service dog. He will stay with me for 14 months or so. If he proves to be good enough, he will be sent to the guide dog school for further training and eventually become a seeing-eye dog.
Dogs help people in lots of ways, but service dogs are different from working dogs, therapy （治疗） dogs, and emotional support animals. Service dogs are trained to do specific tasks for people with disabilities. They can pull wheelchairs, get medicine, remind you to take your medicine, help keep you stable while walking, and alert （警示） you to important sounds or dangerous things in your way. Service dogs have lots of different skills, depending on the disability they are trained for.
No matter how you get a service dog, they usually go through a tough training program with an experienced trainer. In the last month of training, the service dog spends time with you and the instructor. The instructor teaches the dog to help you, and tells you how to command, handle, and care for the dog.
Service dogs need obeying skills and other very special skills. When you think about how to get a service dog, consider finding one with relevant characters. They should be calm, be able to learn and hold onto information. To train a service dog, you should start with basic skills like focusing on you, ignoring disturbing factors and being able to stay on task in new places with new people, smells, and animals.
It’s important to keep your dog healthy so that they can best help you. Give your dog access to plenty of fresh water and a balanced diet, and keep their vaccinations （疫苗） updated. Yearly visits to the vet are also important to make sure you catch any changes in your dog’s health.
32. Why does the author mention Yang in paragraph 1
A. To show his emotions. B. To present a mystery.
C. To describe his daily life. D. To introduce the main topic.
33. Who is advised to keep a service dog
A. A healthy animal lover. B. A person with sight disability.
C. A person requiring emotional support. D. A policeman performing a special task.
34. Which of the following is among the basic skills for a service dog
A. Helping the owner to remain calm.
B. Learning to analyzing information.
C. Focusing on disturbing surroundings.
D. Handling different situations and areas.
35. What is the suitable title of the text
A. Caring for Animals B. Helping the Disabled
C. Keeping a Service Dog D. Training a Special Dog
第二节（共5小题, 每小题2. 5分, 共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。
Since 1979, Grandparents’ Day has been observed in the US on the first Sunday after Labor Day. Here are some ways to show your grandparents how much you appreciate them.
Surprise them. Though Grandparents’ Day has been marked for 40 years, many families don’t know about it. If you haven’t observed it before, give them a surprise this year. 36
Spend time together. Many grandparents say they wish they had more individual time with their grandchildren. So one of the best things you can do for Grandparents’ Day is to simply spend time together. 37 Another way to connect is to ask your grandparents to teach you about one of their hobbies and then do it together. While you do this, tell them about what’s going on in your life.
Record a message. If you can’t physically be with your grandparents, consider sending them a special message. Ask your parents for help recording you on video. 38 Then share some of your favorite memories of times you’ve spent with them. It’s like a digital card, and your grandparents can watch it when they’re missing you.
39 A survey showed that 90% of grandparents think it’s important that their grandkids know about the heritage they share. Many grandparents are like the historians of their family. 40 They know the most about where your relatives came from. To learn about the past of your family, you can go through old photos with them. Another option is to interview a grandparent on video and share the result with the rest of your family.
A. Share your life with them.
B. Preserve your family history.
C. Teach them the tips for making videos.
D. You can start by wishing them a happy Grandparents’ Day.
E. They remember stories about when your parents were young.
F. You could plan to share a meal, go for a walk, or read together.
G. This could be as simple as sending a card or making them a special treat.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 （共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Jane was a girl who wanted to do something in the world. One day, she sat down in front of an empty canvas （画布） and began to 41 . Every stroke （笔画） was more perfect than the last, slowly moving towards a（n） 42 work.
Obviously Jane had a 43 for painting. But a few moments after she finished painting, she got 44 and quickly stood up. Jane thought there was so much more in the world to see and do. If she finally decided to do something else in life, then all the time she spent painting would be a 45 . So she walked out of the door.
While walking, she was 46 in an important decision she found too hard to make because she had so many 47 . Should she practice medicine, design buildings, or teach children She was absolutely confused.
Forty years later, Jane began to cry. After trying the endless 48 , she hadn’t done anything 49 at all. Her youth would never 50 . Eventually, Jane learned life is about making a correct decision timely and 51 unhesitatingly. So the girl, who was no longer a girl, bought some canvases and paints from a local store and 52 painting through the day and into the night.
Many of us are still 53 trying to “find our passion” — something we believe will finally lead us closer to happiness and success. However, the 54 is, our passion comes from doing things right — live more 55 from today and experience small positive changes.
41. A. paint B. think C. write D. print
42. A. different B. excellent C. unique D. romantic
43. A. desire B. reason C. gift D. responsibility
44. A. happy B. proud C. surprised D. anxious
45. A. joy B. chance C. waste D. success
46. A. caught B. buried C. interested D. experienced
47. A. choices B. difficulties C. regrets D. troubles
48. A. experiments B. risks C. challenges D. possibilities
49. A. fortunate B. ordinary C. meaningful D. necessary
50. A. change B. return C. reply D. hide
51. A. carrying on B. catching on C. making up D. turning up
52. A. remembered B. began C. finished D. imagined
53. A. impatiently B. unexpectedly C. occasionally D. continuously
54. A. purpose B. promise C. truth D. hope
55. A. willingly B. passionately C. peacefully D. freely
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。
As an essential part and 56________largest organ of our body, the skin has many important 57__________（function）. Therefore, 58__________ （get） burnt can lead 59________ very serious injuries, which need first aid in time. We can get burnt by a 60______________（various ） of things, like hot liquids, fire or some chemicals. Depending on the depth of skin damage, burns can 61____________ （divide） into three types: first-degree burns, second-degree burns and third-degree burns. For first-degree burns, first, place burns under cool running water, especially within the first ten minutes. Second, dry the burnt area 62 __________（gentle） with a clean cloth. Meanwhile, remove any clothes using scissors if necessary, unless you see the fabric sticking to the burnt skin. Then cover the burnt area with a loose clean cloth. Don't apply oil to the injured areas, as it will keep the heat in the wounds and may cause 63. _______（infect） It is important 64____________（take ） the victim 65__________ is suffering from second or third-degree burns to the hospital right away.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 （满分 15 分）
假定你是李华，你的美国笔友 Jackson 最近在考虑是否要出国留学，他来信征求你的意
见。请你就此用英语给他写一封电子邮件，阐述你的观点，并给出理由（不少于三个）。
注意：1. 词数 80 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
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第二节 （满分 25 分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Once there was a little girl named Emily. Although her singing was very pleasant to hear, lacking courage, she never dared to sing in front of strangers.
One summer, the neighborhood where she lived would hold a singing competition. Her best friend, Lucy, came to invite her to participate in the competition, but Emily said, “I’m afraid to take part in it. ” Her mother said, “It’s okay; just do it bravely. ” Emily followed her mama’s advice and decided to give it a try. The day came. Emily and Lucy went to the competition site. But she was too timid （胆小的） to walk onto the stage. She had been waiting until others finished singing. She shakily forced herself to stand on the stage. She started to sing, but her voice was so low. What’s worse, she was so nervous that she forgot the lyrics （歌词） after singing a few words. She was laughed at by others, embarrassed and shy, she ran away from the stage.
Some naughty boys ran after her and said, “Emily, coward （胆小鬼）! Emily, coward!” Emily didn’t argue with them. What she wanted was to go back home as quickly as she could. Finally, she rushed into the house, hugged her mom and cried sadly.
“Well, my poor girl. Don’t cry. Tell me what happened to you,” asked her mom. Emily looked up at her mother and told her what she had experienced.
Listening to her, her mom cupped her face in her hands and said, “It doesn’t matter, my girl.
As long as you practice singing more in front of strangers, you will become braver little by little.
So, my girl, don’t be beaten by a failure. You can go out to practice singing every day. No matter who is listening to you, go on singing and never stop. I believe there will be a harvest for you. ”
Paragraph1: Emily listened to her mother carefully and followed her suggestion. ______________________________________________________________________
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Paragraph 2: Going on singing, she walked into the park, where many people were singing and dancing.
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期末联考
高二英语答案
第一部分听力（共20小题，每小题1. 5分，满分30分）
1-5 BACBA 6-10 ACCBA 11-15 ABCBB 16-20 CCABA
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. C 22. B 23. D 24. D 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. C 29. A 30. B
31. D 32. D 33. B 34. D 35. C
第二节（共5小题;每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
36. G 37. F 38. D 39. B 40. E
第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节完形填空（共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分）
41. A 42. B 43. C 44. D 45. C 46. A 47. A 48. D 49. C 50. B
51. A 52. B 53. D 54. C 55. B
第二节（共10小题;每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
56. the 57. functions 58. getting 59. to 60. variety 61. be divided 62. gently
63. infection 64. to take 65. who/that
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
参考范文
Dear Jackson,
I'm more than delighted to share my opinion, which I hope will be of some help to you. Frankly, I hold the view that it is perfectly reasonable to study abroad. The reasons are as follows.
To begin with, exposure to a foreign language setting while we are studying abroad makes the learning process engaging and effective. Moreover, bathed in a different culture of a foreign country, we can gain great insights into the world because cross-cultural experiences can give us a global perspective. Studying abroad takes us out of our comfort zone and changes us for the better.
All things considered, I hope you can choose to study abroad and start a new life.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
Paragraph 1:
Emily listened to her carefully and followed her suggestion. The next day, she began to practice singing outside. Gradually, she became more and more confident and her singing voice became louder and louder. Months later, she could sing as she was walking in spite of many strangers. One day, when she was singing, the naughty boys who had laughed at her before cried to her, "Emily, coward! Emily, coward!" However, she chose to ignore their behavior.
Paragraph 2:
Going on singing, she walked into the park, where many people were singing and dancing. Hearing her beautiful voice, some stopped to listen to her singing and clapped for her. Emily felt pleased that she could sing confidently in front of strangers. The next year, the neighborhood held the singing competition again. This time, Emily walked onto the stage bravely, and her loud and beautiful voice of singing moved all the people. They all cheered for her, including those who had laughed at her. Her mother and Lucy were delighted to see the timid girl had become a brave one.
附: 听力参考材料
text 1.
【原文】W: What did you think of that new restaurant
M: I didn’t like anything on the menu! Nobody told me it was a fish restaurant! I dislike
fish. The only thing I could have was salad.
Text 2
【原文】W: Which picture do you like best That one of the boats is good, isn`t it
M: No, I don’t like it. I love that picture of the village houses. It’s beautiful.
W: Yes, it’s not bad, but that one over there is really great. Look at the animals on it!
M: Well, I don’t agree.
Text3
【原文】W: I heard about a Japanese restaurant down at the mall. It is said the food is excellent and it’s not expensive. What about having dinner there and watching a movie after that
M: Well, actually, I went to see two movies this week. Why not have a walk after dinner
W: Great!
Text 4
【原文】W: Hello, Sam. This is Jenny. Could you help me give a document to Mr John I’m meeting a customer outside.
M: Sure. Is the document on your desk
W: Yes. It’s next to the computer. Do you know the one I mean
M: Yeah.
Text 5
【原文】M: Have you seen Mary I need to talk with her. I remember we`ll have a meeting together today.
W: She is off to Italy for a meeting, isn’t she
M: That’s next week.
W: Then she must be in the computer room. There is computer training.
Text 6
【原文】M: Hi, Juliet. It`s Sam here. Have you got the movie tickets for tonight yet
W: Yeah. It will start at eight.
M: Oh, you know, I usually finish work at seven o’clock, but there’s a sale in our shop this week. I have to tidy the shop at the end of the day, so I’ll work till seven-thirty this evening.
W: Don’t worry. I’ll pick you up outside the shop then.
M: Great! Thank you.
Text 7
【原文】W: Edward, we`re moving into our new school next month. It is next to the old one.
M: Fantastic! Are there any problems with your old one
W: Yes. In the cafeteria, we can always hear the traffic in the street outside or the crowds of people waiting for the buses.
M: Are your classrooms OK
W: Well they don’t have the latest equipment.
M: And your library
W: It is small and not warm enough!
M: That’s a pity. I went to your old school once.
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【原文】M: Zoe, what`s the matter You look so sleepy.
W: I stayed up late last night. My friend had a party and I went.
M: Why didn’t you sleep this morning
W: I had to meet my study group at the library. We’ll have a big test next week.
M: Why didn’t you study last night
W: Oh, it was OK. I studied a lot before the party.
M: Maybe that’s not a good idea. I read about a research study. It said that if you don’t get enough sleep after your study, you may forget 30 percent of what you studied. So you should have a good rest.
W: Well, I read that eating right can help us study better. Some chemicals can help us stay energeti C.
M: So you should get enough sleep and eat the right food.
W: That sounds like good advice! I think I have to go home and rest now.
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【原文】M: Westbury Theatre. Can I help you
W: Yes. I’d like to book some tickets for the children’s play, Cinderella.
M: When would you like to come
W: The afternoon of either the sixth or the seventh of April.
M: I’m sorry, there are no more tickets for the sixth.
W: OK, the seventh then. How much are they
M: Ten pounds each. Children under sixteen pay only five pounds if they’re with an adult.
W: All right. I’d like tickets for two adults and two children under sixteen, please. Can you tell me who is in the play
M: Cinderella is played by Sophie Disley.
W: That’s great! My children like her. The show will start at three fifteen, won’t it
M: That’s right, but you need to arrive at two thirty to get your tickets.
W: OK. Thanks. Can you tell me about your Children’s Club on Saturday mornings
M: Of course, you can call 7722801, and they’ll give you the information you need.
W: Thanks.
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【原文】I was brought up in an ordinary family. The great love of my life since I was a small girl was writing, which my family thought was surprising. Anyway, I trained to be a nurse. But whenever I had free time, I wrote. Then the strangest thing happened. I’d been nursing a very old woman for several months in a hospital. She told me that although she had many relatives, no one came to visit her. She said she would leave me a lot of money when she died. I thought that she was joking. But she wasn’t! After she died, I became rich. I was determined not to waste money. I wanted to do something for my family, but they said it was my money and they knew I would use it properly. Then I went to America and did a degree in creative writing. I learned a great deal from the lecturers and other writers on the course. Now, I want to do something to help other young writers. I’m thinking of setting up a publishing firm named after the old lady who helped me achieve my life’s ambition!

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