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三明市2024-2025学年第二学期普通高中期末质量检测
高二英语试题
（满分150分 考试时间120分钟）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，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。
例:How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C.
1. When does the man want to see Dr. Brown tomorrow
A. At 9:30. B. At 10:00. C. At 10:30.
2. What will the man ask about next
A. The principal and the staff.
B. The arrangement for 10 o’clock.
C. The location of the Main Hall.
3. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Boss and employee. C. Doctor and patient.
4. How does the woman describe her boss
A. Mean. B. Serious. C. Considerate.
5. What does the man mean
A. The woman can get a ride from Peter.
B. The woman should drive to Yellowstone.
C. The woman needn’t take the geology class.
第二节（共15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。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What will the weather be like this afternoon
A. Cloudy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy.
7. How do the speakers feel about the game
A. It’s exciting. B. It’s surprising. C. It’s disappointing.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Whether to join a club. B. How to make friends. C. Who to play chess with.
9. What will Mary do next
A. Cook dinner. B. Have supper. C. Reserve a table.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题
10. How does the woman get the news
A. From TV. B. From the radio. C. From the newspaper.
11. What is the man’s attitude toward the students’ living out of school
A. Supportive. B. Disapproving. C. Indifferent.
12. What does the woman prefer to do if living out of school
A. Live alone. B. Share an apartment. C. Stay with her parents.
13. What do the speakers agree on at the end of the conversation
A. Taking parents’ advice.
B. Following the college’s rules.
C. Living responsibly for themselves.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How many applicants are the best fit in the man’s opinion
A. 2. B. 4. C. 7.
15. Who has worked in Wertz& Co for years
A. Betty Davidson. B. Fred White. C. Brenda Cox.
16. Why did the man leave Brenda Cox off his list
A. She did badly in the interview.
B. She hasn’t graduated from school yet.
C. She doesn’t have enough managerial experience.
17. Who are the speakers looking for
A. A financial manager. B. A college professor. C. A tax collector.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the speaker doing
A. Delivering a speech. B. Introducing a restaurant. C. Organizing a conference.
19. Where did the Slow Food Movement start
A. In France. B. In Japan. C. In Italy.
20. What does the speaker think Slow Food focuses more on
A. Tradition. B. Lifestyles. C. Healthy food.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
As summer approaches, finding the perfect holiday destination becomes a hot topic on the internet. People of different zodiac signs(星座)are believed to have different preferences, so bonusFinder.co.uk provides varieties of recommendation for tourists. The following are some of them:
Capricorn (Dec 22-Jan 19): Melbourne, Australia
Practical Capricorns appreciate destinations balancing work and leisure. Melbourne, named the world’s friendliest city, offers cultural experiences at Federation Square and natural beauty at Royal Botanical Gardens. The city’s efficient public transport system and mix of museums and parks suit Capricorns perfectly.
Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18): New Zealand
Free-thinking Aquarians need space for creativity. New Zealand’s vast green valleys and clear lakes provide peaceful isolation. Walking trails through Tongariro National Park, famous for The Lord of the Rings filming locations, allows Aquarians to connect with nature while enjoying quiet reflection.
Pisces (Feb 19-Mar 20): Hawaii, USA
Water-loving Pisceans find comfort in Hawaii’s warm beaches. Swimming with sea turtles at Hanauma Bay or watching sunsets over volcanic landscapes matches their dreamy personality. Traditional luau dances with flower necklaces help shy Pisces express themselves gently.
Aries (Mar 21-Apr 19): Alaska, USA
Active Aries needs physical challenges. Alaska’s wilderness offers glacier hiking (冰川徒步) in Denali National Park and wildlife boat tours. The midnight sun phenomenon, providing 24-hour daylight during summer, gives energetic Aries extra time for adventures.
21. Which destination may appeal to a tourist born on Christmas day
A. Melbourne. B. New Zealand. C. Hawaii. D. Alaska.
22. Which activity would help a Pisces overcome shyness
A. Walking on the beach. B. Swimming with turtles.
C. Trying a luau dance. D. Watching volcanic eruptions.
23. What common feature do New Zealand and Alaska share
A. Offering boat tours. B. Variety of national parks.
C. Promoting creative thinking. D. Opportunities for nature exploration.
B
Liu Jiakun, a Chinese architect from Chengdu, won the 2024 Pitzker Prize, architecture’s highest honor. Known for designs that mix local culture with modern needs, he became the second Chinese citizen to receive this award.
Unlike many architects who chase grand buildings, Liu’s creativity is grounded in local simple things. For 40 years, he has stayed in his hometown, proving local roots can grow into universal ideas. His famous work, West Village, shows this philosophy. Designed like a hotpot, where various ingredients come together in a bubbling and flavorful mix, this five-story building complex blurs the boundaries between public and private, formal and informal. Here, old men walk with pet birds, children play soccer, and young people take photos, all sharing one dynamic space.
Liu’s career path was far from predetermined. Before college, he had never even heard of architecture. When filling out university applications, he simply sought a path to securing a stable job. Notably, throughout the decade after graduating, Liu almost abandoned architecture entirely, pouring his energy into writing. But, in 1993, a solo exhibition by a former classmate in Shanghai changed everything. “I realized architecture could be attractive, leading to people’s emotional responses and deep thinking.”
Liu’s care for people shines brightest after disasters. In 2008, after an earthquake hit Wenchuan, he repurposed the stones from the quake into bricks to rebuild homes and create a memorial. “These bricks carry memories,” he explained. For a 15- year- old girl who loved books but died in the quake, he built a small pink memorial hall with a round skylight, letting sunlight dance like pages turning.
To Liu, architecture is like writing—both need lifelong learning. “They force you to keep growing,” he smiles. Every building he creates, from earthquake memorials to community spaces, becomes what he calls “a love letter to my homeland”. Through brick and light, Liu Jiakun shows how staying true to one’s roots can shape spaces where everyone belongs. His story reminds us that greatness often grows from local soil.
24. What is Liu’s creation based on
A. Grand buildings. B. Universal ideas. C. Local roots. D. Dynamic space.
25. Why did Liu pick up architecture again
A. He needed a stable job. B. He regained his energy.
C. He no longer liked writing. D. He was motivated by an exhibition.
26. What is the purpose of the specially- made bricks
A. To comfort people. B. To hold memories.
C. In honor of a girl victim. D. For the sake of environment.
27. Which of following can best describe Liu Jiakun
A. Caring and creative. B. Positive and gifted.
C. Sympathetic and generous. D. Passionate and humble.
C
Brains play a significant role in maintaining biodiversity. Brains allow for advanced processing of senses, creating clever hunters, hard-to-catch prey, and complicated mating behaviors. They also allow larger, more regulated bodies to evolve. Even brainless plants owe their diversity to interactions with brainy animals, from pollinators to plant- eaters.
Since modern human beings appeared, brains began analyzing themselves. A recent finding marks a milestone: researchers published a complete map of neurons(神经元), also called connectome, in an adult fruit fly’s brain. They traced 140,000 neurons and 55 million connections. Earlier projects mapped simpler organisms like worms or fly larvae(幼虫), but this is the first detailed map of a fully grown animal that can move in three dimensions, avoid hunters, and interact with others.
In terms of its application prospect, the finding is an extraordinary achievement. It helps researchers comprehend how flies’ neurons work together to turn sensory information into actions. It helps them understand people, too. While fly and human brains operate differently, what works technologically to produce the fly connectome should work for vertebrates(脊椎动物)as well. That will start with mice. Eventually, with enough technology and funding prepared, a human-brain connectome should be double. When this happens, many tricky questions, ranging from how to treat mental diseases to what makes humans human, may be easier to answer.
Some people believe brains’ evolutionary speeding up even more. Beyond self- analysis, modern brains now create copies of themselves. The new finding may help people gain a new perspective on the AI technology. Since the mid-20th century, computers have been called “electronic brains”, initially as praise. As AI advances, concerns grow about systems potentially escaping control. However, current AI remains inefficient, needing city- scale power and endless data. A fruit fly, powered by rotting food, outperforms AI in tasks like navigation— skills employed in self- driving cars.
Combing evolutionary insights with human creativity might birth a new era of “electronic brains”, pushing neural solution forward. Yet this raises a major question: will human brains and bodies still matter on this journey For now, the concerns are too early— but the horizon is uncertain.
28. The first paragraph is mainly about brains’ ______.
A. origin B. diversity C. importance D. development
29. What sets the recent research apart from previous ones
A. It shows brains analyse themselves. B. It applies a new research technique.
C. It maps the neurons of an adult animal. D. It traces more neurons than before.
30. How does the author feel about the application of the finding
A. Concerned. B. Optimistic. C. Pessimistic. D. Cautious.
31. Why is AI mentioned in paragraph 4
A. To show brains’ evolution. B. To raise people’s concern.
C. To introduce AI’s development. D. To stress the advantage of brains.
D
Maslow said, “If you have a hammer(锤子), then everything you’ll see is a nail.” Basically, when we are given a specific tool or skill, we tend to be influenced by its function. This may lead to the loss of unexpected thinking and solutions.
Dr Sean Brady is an engineer in Brisbane, Australia, who specializes in investigating the causes of engineering failures. Brady tells the story of a US fire-fighting team known as the “Smoke Jumpers” who were parachute(空投)in to deal with a wildfire in Montana’s Mann Gulch in August 1949.
The leader, Wagner Dodge, was to make sure that his team of 14 firefighters put out the fire and got out safely. When Dodge caught sight of the ridge, he calculated that they were likely to get stuck. In an act of “desperate creativity”, he pulled out matches, cracked one and lit up the grass in front of him to create what would be called an “escape fire”. He screamed out to his team to lie down in the burnt ash. But his team members continued to run.
Their equipment was way too heavy to run with and Dodge gave the order to drop all, but many of them didn’t. It took five minutes for the fire to burn across Dodge’s position. He stood up pretty much unhurt but 13 of the men died in the valley that day. It is striking that even when faced with a life-threatening situation, the Smoke Jumpers cannot give up their own expertise temporarily to recognize the opportunity of the escape route Dodge offers them. They are wedded to their tools and what they know.
The question is if our expertise is not appropriate or the tools we have are not going to solve the problem, do we accept this and consider other options Sean Brady highlights that we are more likely to ignore the facts and behave unwisely. We trust in the tools that we know well whether they are the best ones for the job or not.
32. How does the author develop the passage
A. By giving an example. B. By making comparison.
C. By giving facts. D. By listing data.
33. What can we infer from the wildfire disaster mentioned in the passage
A. The leader misjudged the situation. B. The team lacked efficient teamwork.
C. 13 members died of too heavy equipment. D. Wagner Dodge survived in an unusual way.
34. What does the underlined word “wedded” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Exposed. B. Devoted. C. Stuck. D. Opposed.
35. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. Investigate the Causes of Failures B. Put Down Your Hammer to Innovation
C. Improve Your Tools to a Better Solution D. Learn to Give up When Facing Great Trouble
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In an era where 70% of American adults report anxiety and UK work stress reaches a record high, coach Fiona Harrold offers practical solutions. Self- belief, she notes, serves as the ultimate defense against life’s uncertainties. Here are five proven strategies to strengthen confidence.
Build Your Identity
When self- doubt struck before writing her first book, Harrold listed why she was uniquely qualified. 36 . The trick, inspired by her father’s advice “sell it to yourself first,” rebuilt her confidence, allowing her to complete the manuscript successfully.
Build social connection
Harrold warns against isolation, citing lockdowns’ harmful mental effects. Regular community connections, she emphasizes, maintain emotional stability and self- trust. During difficult times, friends who recognize your potential can “lend” their belief until you recover. 37 .
Practice Consistently
As we know, regular workout makes us strong. 38 . Daily exercises like positive self- talk and goal- setting gradually strengthen self- belief. Harrold concludes, “Small regular actions create lasting change— the key lies not in perfection, but in persistent effort.”
39
Tony Robbins’ famous saying “Show me your state and I’ll show your future” highlights mind- body connection. Studies show 10 minutes of fast walking boosts mental energy. Physical movement often provides fresh perspectives on problems. Harrold advises leaving negative thoughts through activities like dancing or hiking.
Stop Self- Criticism
You are your own worst critic or greatest supporter. Harrold shares a client’s story: A prisoner who began helping others during his sentence later became a motivational speaker. She urges treating mistakes as learning opportunities. “Forgive past errors,” she insists, “or self- blame will trap you in history.” Let go of what you may be blaming yourself for, either in your professional life or personal.
40 . They will equip you to transform anxiety into empowerment. Start practicing them today because your journey from self- doubt to confidence begins with the first step forward and always remember that building unshakable self- belief demands courage and action.
A. Move Your Body
B. Leave Negative Thoughts
C. So it is with confidence- building
D. True confidence starts from self- acceptance
E. That is why you need to connect with other people
F. The strategies are rooted in psychology and real- life success
G. This simple exercise transformed self- doubt into determination
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Keller served as a volunteer in the Youth Home of the community. There, she met Robin, who had anger management 41 and had been suspended from school many times.
When something seemed wrong to him, Robin easily became 42 . In a chemistry class, the students were busy doing experiments, but Robin was the 43 . “Robin, why don’t you join us instead of staying 44 ” the teacher said. He got up from his chair 45 , pushed it over, and yelled something rude. Then he received a 46 for his rudeness again, and had to stay in the Youth Home for one week.
Learning his situation, Keller was trying her best to 47 with Robin. On the day of his 48 , she asked Robin to talk to her for a moment. He seemed unhappy but 49 . Keller told him that if he felt like he was going to lose 50 , he could step outside for a moment to 51 himself. That week went smoothly.
From that point on, Robin was a 52 student. Back at school, he no longer 53 joining others. On Christmas, Robin wrote Keller a(an) 54 letter about how good the week had been for him. Today, Keller still feels 55 to reread it when she encounters difficulties.
41. A. issue B. talent C. concern D. system
42. A. nervous B. worried C. angry D. sorrowful
43. A. model B. witness C. exception D. representative
44. A. calm B. awake C. low D. alone
45. A. willingly B. suddenly C. frequently D. gradually
46. A. suspension B. delay C. guarantee D. response
47. A. conflict B. connect C. correspond D. agree
48. A. arrival B. return C. departure D. release
49. A. rejected B. agreed C. abandoned D. left
50. A. face B. heart C. hope D. control
51. A. forgive B. collect C. help D. persuade
52. A. magical B. qualified C. changed D. humble
53. A. resisted B. enjoyed C. considered D. risked
54. A. apology B. invitation C. thank-you D. inquiry
55. A. annoyed B. surprised C. stressed D. touched
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The Miao people believe that birds are important for harvests. It is common to see beautiful birdcages 56 (place) in front of many houses in the Miao villages.
Wang Qiu is an inheritor(传承人) of the Kala birdcage-making craft (工艺). She 57 (learn) and developed the craft for 18 years since she married her husband in 2005. Her teacher is Wang Yuhe, a local inheritor of the skill in Guizhou 58 also her husband’s father. “The cage is made of moso bamboos(楠竹) and water bamboos, so it is famous for its 59 (strong) and flexibility,” explained Wang.
As a member of a younger generation, Wang works 60 (devoted) to try something new. She has designed productive works, from earrings in the shape of Kala birdcages 61 bookshelves made with the craft.
62 (show) Kala birdcages to more people, Wang shares videos on social media, 63 people can learn about the skills. In this way, people will know more about the Miao people and their 64 (fascinate) culture. In fact, the craft has also become 65 unique way for local people to become richer.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，本学期你选修了学校开设的英文诗歌鉴赏课，请你写一封信给你的英国笔友Peter，分享你的收获。内容包括：
1.课程简介；
2.收获与感想。
注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter, Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours, Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
When my 10-year-old brother, Ryan, announced he would be the host at the school concert, I did my best to sound excited. “I can’t wait to see it,” I said. The theme was Songs From Every Continent, and the kids would dress up like animals.
“I’m going to have my own microphone and everything” Ryan yelled. He couldn’t wait for the concert to begin, but for me, it was challenging. Their school concerts were long, the chairs were uncomfortable, and I knew Ryan didn’t need me there for moral support. Still, it was my sisterly duty to attend. Thankfully, Ryan couldn’t read my mind.
Before the concert even started, I already wanted to run away. “God, help me get through this,” I begged. The lights dimmed (变暗). Ryan took the stage, wearing what looked like a kangaroo. He picked up his microphone and said with a perfect accent, “Evening, mates.” He commented on the performances without a bit of nerves, just as I knew he would be. The part seemed perfect for him. No surprise there, but we were only halfway through the program!
“Let’s clap for the next group,” Ryan said. A class of younger students stepped up to the stage, and it took a while for them to gather. I shifted in my seat, barely standing the concert any more. Then one student, called Michael, wearing monkey ears, shyly made his way to the standing microphone. I saw his lips move, but whatever he said had come out as a whisper.
The boy looked confused. He tried again, but it was no use. Something was wrong with the microphone The boy hung his head, his monkey ears down- turned, and I wondered if he was crying. Everyone around me looked uncomfortable for the boy, but no one knew what to do. It never occurred to me that the incident would show me more about Ryan.
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。
“It’s okay, Michael,” a voice rang out. I thoroughly enjoyed the rest of the concert.
三明市2024-2025学年第二学期普通高中期末质量检测
高二英语参考答案及评分说明
第一部分 听力
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
1-5 CCBCA
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
6-10 BAABC 11-15 ABCBB 16-20 CAACB
第二部分 阅读
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
21-23 ACD 24-27 CDBA 28-31 CCBD 32-35 ADCB
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36-40 GECAF
第三部分 语言运用
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41-45 ACCDB 46-50 ABABD 51-55 BCACD
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. placed 57. has learned/learnt 58. and 59. strength 60. devotedly
61. to 62. To show 63. where 64. fascinating 65. a
第四部分 写作
第一节（满分15分）
作答示例
Dear Peter,
I’ve taken an English poetry appreciation course this term and can’t wait to share the wonderful experience with you.
The 8- week course explores varieties of English poems, such as Shakespeare’s sonnets and list poems. We analyze rhyme patterns, metaphors application, and emotions conveyed. Tasks like reciting verses and discussing in groups make the course dynamic and cheerful. Our teacher also encourages creative writing, which makes me fascinated.
Through the course, I’ve improved my literary appreciation and gained confidence in expressing feelings poetically. I think poetry is a bridge connecting hearts across cultures.
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
作答示例
“It’s okay, Michael,” a voice rang out. To my surprise, it was Ryan speaking confidently through the microphone. He moved quickly to the trembling boy’s side, calling him “a brave little monkey” and comforting him gently. Then Ryan handed his microphone to Michael and gave him a thumb-up. Michael collected himself. Taking a deep breath, he signaled his classmates to restart their song. With the last note fading away, cheers erupted instantly, washing away the earlier tension. Something changed secretly.
I thoroughly enjoyed the rest of the concert. No longer shifting about in the chair, I became absorbed in every performance. When looking at Ryan, I saw a more capable and confident boy on the stage. The concert flowed smoothly afterward. When Ryan finally announced the final, I rushed to the backstage with joyful excitement. I hugged him tightly, telling him I was so proud for his quick reaction and compassion. What a wonderful night!
听力部分录音稿
Text 1 预约看医生
M: When can I see Dr. Brown
W: He won’t be free until tomorrow. How about at ten o’clock
M: Can you postpone it until 30 minutes later
W: I’ll check to see if he’s available.
Text 2 集合地点
W: What were you told just now
M: All the new students will gather in the Main Hall to meet the principal and staff at 10 o’clock.
W: Where is the Main Hall
M: I’ll go and ask.
Text 3 工作日常
W: Hi, Mr. Smith. Could you please sign this file I need it for the meeting in the afternoon.
M: Sure. I’m feeling sick and I plan to go to the hospital.
W: Oh, I hope it won’t trouble you much.
Text 4 谈论老板
M: What is your boss like
W: I thought he was mean, but after I talked with him, I found he is very thoughtful and kind.
M: I’m so happy for you.
Text 5 想搭便车
W: Do you know anyone who is driving to the geology field trip at Yellowstone
M: Peter will go there. I think there’s enough room in his car for another person.
Text 6 天气与计划
M: Linda, look at the dark sky. Do you think it’s going to rain today
W: I don’t think so. (6) I’ve already checked the weather forecast. It said it would clear up this afternoon.
M: That’s great! In this case, we can still go to watch the soccer game at the stadium.
W: Yes. (7) I really look forward to the performance of the Kansas City Current. I’m sure they’ll win again this time.
M: (7) Well, it’s hard to say. The other team is great, too. Anyway, I bet it’s going to be a great game.
W: Me, too.
Text 7 是否加入俱乐部
M: Anything new at your school, Mary
W: Yes. (8) I found there is a Dungeons and Dragons club at our school.
M: (8) Do you want to join it
W: (8) Sure. You know how much I like playing chess. But none of my friends are in the club. I know nobody in it.
M: Don’t worry, honey. You can make new friends in the club. Besides, you really like playing the game. It’s a great opportunity to meet some people who share your interests.
W: You’re right. Dad. I’ll sign up for the club after school tomorrow.
M: (9) Good. Now go to wash your hands and help set the table. Dinner will be ready soon.
W: (9) OK, Dad.
Text 8 对大学生校外租房的看法
W: Oh (10) Look at the newspaper.
M: What happened
W: (10) The news said more and more college students choose to rent a house to live out of school.
M: (11) I support it.
W: Why Don’t you think it is safer for students to live in school
M: Sorry, I don’t think so. (11) College students have become adults, so they should be independent.
W: But since most of the students in the school have their dorms, why do they have to spend more money to rent a room
M: (11) I think there is more free space and more comfortable environment, so they want to live out.
W: Yeah, but it is easy to get into trouble when living with some strangers. So if you live out, you are willing to live alone
M: Of course. How about you
W: (12) I am more willing to live with another person together.
M: Why Don’t you think living alone is freer
W: Yes, but also lonelier.
M: OK, choose your favorite. (13) But my thought is that we are adults, so we must be responsible for ourselves.
W: (13) I agree with this view.
Text 9选择合适的应聘者
W: Have you had a chance to look at the applications
M: Yes, I have read all of them, (14) and I think these four people would be perfect.
W: Let me see your list.
M: Here you go. Actually, we had so many good choices that I started out to have seven names.
W: I see you chose Fred White and Betty Davidson. Those two were at the top of my list, too. Betty has so much experience in accounting.
M: I know. (15) And Fred has worked in Wertz& Co for several years. They’re both good choices.
W: So, let’s definitely call them for an interview. What about Brenda Cox She wasn’t on your list, but I thought she might be a good fit for the job.
M: She looks good on the application, and she’s taught at the Collins Business School for years. (16) But she doesn’t have much experience in management.
W: Good point. But don’t you think it would be nice to at least give her an interview
M: Well, you’re the boss And you’re right. It wouldn’t hurt to broaden our horizons.
W: Great. Let’s set up the interviews for next week, then. (17) I’m looking forward to having a new manager to oversee our finances.
M: Me, too. Two months without a manager is too long
Text 10介绍慢食运动
Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. I’m Mike Smith. (18) I feel honored to be invited to the conference. I don’t know whether you’ve heard about the Slow Food Movement before. Now, I’ll talk about it. The Slow Food Movement is really a reaction to fast food and our fast modern lifestyles. People eat too many hamburgers, too many pizzas, and too much fast food in general. (19) The movement itself was started by an Italian called Carlo Petrini. He organized it because a McDonald’s had opened near the Spanish Steps in Rome. He felt it was sort of symbolic of the destruction of many valuable traditional things and he tried to promote healthier ways of eating and living. Some people may think Slow Food just means healthier food. Not exactly. (20) I think it’s more about our lifestyles than anything else. We’re always in such a hurry. We don’t have enough time to take care of ourselves, or enjoy our lives. Fast food companies advertise that their food is healthy as well. It may be right in a way, but for me, and for a lot of Slow Fooders, the problem is that wherever you sit down for a meal, whether it’s in Tokyo or Milan, what you’re given is too similar. It makes eating and life in general, boring. Traditional food isn’t going to be lost completely, but we do want more and more people to enjoy it.

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