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海南中学 2024 届高三第 6 次月考英语试题
注意事项：
答第 1 卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
选出每小题答案后，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。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。
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。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。
When will the new play probably be on show
A. In January. B. In February. C. In March.
What might be the relationship between the speakers
A. Brother and sister. B. Father and daughter. C. Librarian and reader.
What are the speakers doing
A. Driving a car. B. Seeing the sunset. C. Climbing the mountains.
Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At a store. B. At a bank. C. At an office.
Why is the woman anxious
She doesn’t have any projects.
She can’t finish her work on time.
Her boss pushed the deadlines forward.
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。
What does the man want to do at first
Change a camera. B. Repair a camera. C. Return a camera.
Why did the woman say no to the man
He lost the receipt.
He bought a protection plan.
He broke the camera on purpose.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。
Why will Steve go to Boston
A. For vacation. B. For work. C. For study.
What does Jenny suggest Jack do
A. Find a new job. B. Live in Boston. C. go to Boston for vacations.
How does Jack sound in the end
A. Grateful. B. Depressed. C. Think positively.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。
How much will the man pay for the membership
A. $95. B. $110. C. $260.
Where can the man buy the kit
A. From a shop. B. From a website. C. From the club.
What is the woman probably
A. A manager. B. A fitness trainer. C. From the club.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
What is the woman doing
A. Hosting a program. B. Having a job interview. C. Doing an environmental test.
What happened to the animals in the disaster a short time ago
The fish were covered with oil.
The birds died of a rare disease.
The whales were washed up on the shore.
How does the woman find Kevin’s job
A. Interesting. B. Difficult. C. Easy.
Why did Kevin choose the job
He liked outdoor activities.
He enjoyed staying at the coast.
He was interested in the ocean system.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
What made the white T-shirts popular
A. A fashion show. B. Hollywood movies. C. The American soldiers.
When did the fashion for T-shirts for women start
A. In 1948. B. In 1959. C. In 1970.
Why did people wear T-shirts with “Free Angela”
A. For a black leader. B. For a fashion designer. C. For an American actress.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节 (共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A
Soon there will be a Review Blitz! In a month, we are searching for reasonable reviews that reflect your sincere opinions. Just keep in mind that the deadline for your reviews is October 23, 2023.
Rules:
To enter, you must be a teen (aged 13-19) with a Teen Creativity account. Submissions ought to be relevant to the topic.
Each review must be no more than 250 words.
There is no restriction on the number of pieces you can submit.
Guidelines:
Give a brief summary of the book. Avoid explaining the entire plot or telling your reader how the book ends.
Inform the reader what you like or dislike about the book.
Recommend the book to specific readers. Does the book lend itself well to older teens Would science fiction enthusiasts show interest in this book It’s helpful for readers to think about the book in light of other books they’ve read.
Remember that it’s okay to have a strong opinion! Don’t start sentences with “I think”, “I believe” or “In my opinion”.
Prizes:
All participants will be given a certificate.
First prize winners will respectively have one review published in Teen Creativity magazine and obtain a free 6-month magazine subscription.
Second-place winners will each receive a free 3-month magazine subscription. You’ll receive these prizes before December 28, 2023.
Submit your works to www.teencreativity.com. We hope reviewing books brings you joy.
Which of the following meets the requirement of Review Blitz
A person can present no more than one piece of work.
Each piece of work can have a maximum of 250 words.
Reviews must be written by people under 20 years old.
Works must be uploaded by the end of October 2023.
What should participants include in their reviews
A. The likes and dislikes of the book. B. A summary that demonstrates the whole plot.
C. The recommendation to all readers. D. Statements containing “In my opinion”.
Who is the text intended for
A. Self-learners. B. Teaching staff. C. Professional trainers. D. Bookish adolescents.
B
“Why do you have 9,632 emails in your inbox ”
I looked at my husband, “Um...is that a lot How many are in your inbox ”
“About twenty,” he replied. I looked at my inbox. There were emails I had meant to deal with; emails from customers and the kids’ schools with information I needed; there were time-sensitive offers I’d never got around to investigating; endless updates from the social media platforms I subscribed to, and the rest I had kept just in case.
I realized that I had become an email hoarder (囤积者). I clearly had a problem and I needed to act. I paused my work and began to delete unwanted emails. An hour later I made little progress.
“Just delete the whole lot,” my husband strongly suggested.
Could I do that It was appealing. But I paused. I couldn’t. I did have a problem! Then I decided to compromise. I kept the last month’s emails and deleted everything else. I looked at my almost empty inbox. Wow, it felt so good.
To be honest, I feel genuine anxiety about deleting emails, FOMO ( 错失恐惧症) is a real problem for many people like me with email issues. So many emails are “offers”. What if that amazing offer never comes up again But the fact is that they do...frequently. What’s more, these great offers are often time-sensitive and so we hang on to them “just in case”, then miss the deadline anyway and still don’t delete them.
I found it useful to limit my emails to 50 and I use an email system which ensures all school emails go into a separate inbox, so I can see at a glance when “Dress like a Roman” day or “Bring an onion to school” day (yes really) is coming up! I feel more in control and organized now. I’m on top of my inbox. Now I’m off to handle the cupboard under the stairs!
What was the author’s immediate reaction to her husband’s suggestion
A. She approved of it. B. She felt annoyed at it.
C. She hesitated about it. D. She was astonished at it.
What led to the author’s anxiety about deleting emails
A. The deadline that she forgot to meet. B. The fact that she liked keeping emails.
C. The offer that she might never give. D. The fear that she would miss out something.
What does the author do with her inbox at last
A. Adopt an email system to classify all emails. B. Separate unwanted emails into a new inbox.
C. Reply to school emails as soon as possible. D. Set a restriction to the number of emails.
What is the text mainly about
A. How the author became an email hoarder. B. How the author takes her inbox in control.
C. Why FOMO is a real problem. D. Why emails turned out to be a headache.
C
Imagine you need milk, so you go to the grocery store to pick some up, only to find there are dozens of options. These days, you have to make a decision on not only the percentage of fat you want, but also what source you want your milk to be coming from: cows, soybeans... You have no idea what milk to pick. There are so many choices that you are confused.
This phenomenon is known as the paradox (悖论) of choice and it is becoming a concern in the
modern world, where more and more options are becoming easily available to us. While we might believe that being presented with multiple options actually makes it easier to choose one that we are happy with, and thus increases consumer satisfaction, having too many options actually requires more effort to make a decision and can leave us feeling unsatisfied with our choice.
The idea was popularized by American psychologist Barry Schwartz when he published his book, The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less. Schwartz, who has long studied the ways in which economics and psychology intersect (交叉), became interested in seeing the way that choices were affecting the happiness of citizens in Western societies. He identified that the range of choices that we have available to us these days is far greater than that people had in the past; however, consumer satisfaction has not increased as much as traditional economics theories might expect.
Schwartz identified that the paradox of choice carries the most consequence for people that are maximizers. Maximizers, unlike satisficers, are concerned with making the best choice instead of simply making a choice that they are happy with. When there are many options available to maximizers, it becomes harder for them to determine which is the best, which can cause them to feel a great deal of regret after they have made a choice.
Instead of believing that freedom of choice is unlimited, Schwartz advocates that the role of psychology and behavioral economics should be to find the kind of limitations on freedom that can lead to the greatest level of happiness within society.
What’s the author’s purpose in mentioning buying milk in paragraph 1
To lead in the topic.
To draw a conclusion.
To show that we have more choices when shopping.
To indicate that people pay greater attention to health when shopping.
What does the paradox of choice suggest
More options mean less satisfaction.
Consumer satisfaction has greatly increased.
People are happy with more choices.
Modern people are happier than their ancestors.
What can be learned about satisficers
A. They aim for the very best. B. They tend to follow their feelings.
C. They often regret their decisions. D. They have trouble making a decision.
What does Schwartz suggest people do
A. Hold on to their beliefs. B. Accept their own behavior.
C. Give up freedom. D. Limit their own choices.
D
The dodo, a Mauritian bird last seen in the 17th century, will be brought back to a semblance (外观) of life if attempts by a gene-editing company are successful. Gene-editing techniques now exist that allow scientists to extract the dodo genome ( 基 因 组 ) that they believe they can then effectively recreate within the body of a living relative.
The scientists in question said their work, beyond providing an insight into the extinct dodo’s existence, could help inform the conservation of rare species that are not yet extinct. However, there is a fierce debate among biologists over whether this sort of research should be pursued.
Beth Shapiro, the lead paleo-geneticist (古遗传学家) at Colossal, told the Guardian she tried to persuade a museum to let her extract DNA from a preserved dodo exhibited there. She said there were hundreds of dodos in collections around the world, so it had been possible to sequence the dead bird’s genome. But she warned that the revived dodo could never replace what has been made extinct. “It would be crazy to think the solution to the world’s biodiversity crisis was to bring back a proxy.” she said.
Ben Lamm, the chief executive of the company, said they were raising a further 150 million dollars to pursue the research on the dodo. He pointed out that it could assist conservation efforts for many other threatened species around the world, as it would develop techniques that could allow scientists to detect and preserve key features in those existing species that could help them adapt in a changing climate.
Prof. Ewan Birney from European Molecular Biology Laboratory, who was not involved with Colossal’s work, said it would be “very, very challenging” to recreate the dodo genome. He added, “I’ve no idea whether the project will work as they claim, but the question is not just ‘can you do this’, but ‘should you do it ’ … I’m not sure what purpose it serves, and whether this is really the best distribution of resources. We should be saving the species that we have before they go extinct.”
What can we learn about dodo from the text
It is a bird that is only unique to Mauritius.
The research on it has raised conflicting opinions.
It has been successfully brought back to life.
It could be recreated within the remains of a relative.
What does the underlined word “proxy” mean in paragraph 3
A. fake. B. creature. C. model. D. replacement.
What’s Prof Ewan Birney’s attitude towards Colossal’s work
A. Critical. B. Indifferent. C. Supportive. D. Conservative.
Which is the best title of the passage
A. Pros and Cons of Reviving Dodo. B. Gene-editing Techniques in Effect.
C. Scientists Trying Hard to Recreate Dodo. D. A Vain Attempt to Bring Dodo Back to Life.
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入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
It is recently reported that people’s collective stress has reached alarming levels. 36 . It can have serious consequences. A study found that people experiencing long-lasting burnout have up to a 35 percent greater risk of early death. Don’t panic. Here are some active steps you can take to prevent burnout:
Look for meaning at work
You can tolerate stress longer if you believe you’re doing something purposeful and worthwhile. You are more likely to experience burnout-inducing stress when something seems out of control, against your will, or totally meaningless. 37 .
Look for meaning outside of work
If you are struggling to make you work meaningful, giving priority to life outside of work might be especially beneficial. A research shows that people more likely to experience a greater sense of engagement when on the job are those with a hobby.
38
Use separate email accounts for work and personal life, and set up boundaries between work and personal life, then you will be especially more comfortable if you work from home.
Don’t neglect yourself
Physical activity is essential to shaking out stress hormones. 39 . But movement is the most natural evolutionary response to our body’s stress, even light movement helps “complete” the stress cycle.
Recognize when it has become too much
Talk to your boss when you feel your job should be manageable, rewarding and under your control. It’s common for bosses to increase tasks over time if you don’t communicate our needs or limitations, which may be overlooked. 40 .
Work at home when necessary.
Try to separate work and home.
And your hormone levels can be generally affected by emotional states.
Many individuals are less active when they are under stress in order to rest.
Feeling constantly occupied, worried, and overwhelmed can lead to burnout.
If you don’t expect things will improve, consider changing jobs or even careers.
Identify ways in which even the smallest of daily tasks contributes to the lives of others.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节 完形填空（共 15 小题；每题 1 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、 C 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I decided at 10 that I was going to be a teacher because I had a burning desire for superpowers.
As a boy, I could clearly see some of my teachers had extraordinary 41 .
There was an English teacher in fifth grade who could magically transport us to different worlds by reading to us from books we would have 42 never picked up. It was even shocking that my teacher could see the 43 . I was one of those who lacked confidence. Yet my teacher would notice me hidden in the corner, 44 to speak, and the unspoken 45 in her eyes suggested that she could see me through. I could still 46 remember her lessons about the great masters of art. She did this 47 her major was not art, nor geography. I wanted to be one of those all—seeing ones with superpowers that made children feel safe and 48 .
Being a teacher isn’t the easiest or the most financially rewarding of jobs. And there are occupational risks—your knees can 49 from years of carrying piles of notebooks up and down the school staircase, your voice can 50 from too much talking. But despite all that, there are those choosing this 51 .
All my life, I’ve gone to work early each day with 52 steps. Occasionally, I meet my former students. Their obvious love for me and fond memories of our time together are my
53 . Whenever I meet a brand new teacher 54 to perfect his/her skills with a brave face on, I feel proud to 55 the same group.
41. A. ideas B. powers C. experiences D. needs
42. A. therefore B. however C. otherwise D. likewise
43. A. unknown B. unusual C. impossible D. invisible
44. A. shy B. miserable C. annoyed D. willing
45. A. question B. message C. truth D. criticism
46. A. vaguely B. only C. vividly D. early
47. A. in that B. as though C. even though D. now that
48. A. praised B. neglected C. judged D. valued
49. A. hurt B. bend C. shake D. support
50. A. turn B. heal C. reach D. suffer
51. A. path B. major C. course D. topic
52. A. hesitant B. light C. leaden D. unsteady
53. A. chances B. souvenirs C. rewards D. compensations
54. A. failing B. demanding C. pretending D. struggling
55. A. belong to B. connect to C. contribute to D. adapt to
第二节 （共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填写 1 个适当单词或括号内单词正确形式。
The cheongsam is a female dress with distinctive Chinese features and enjoys growing 56 (popular) in the international world of high fashion. The name “cheongsam” 57 (mean) simply “long dress” entered the English vocabulary from the dialect of China’s Guangdong Province. In other parts of the country including Beijing, however, it 58 (know) as “qipao”, which has a history behind it.
After the early Manchu ( 满 族 的 ) rulers came to China, the Manchu women wore 59 (normal) a one-piece dress which came to be called “qipao”. 60 the 1911 Revolution ended the rule of the Qing Dynasty, the female dress survived the political change and, with later improvements, has become the traditional dress for Chinese women.
The cheongsam， 61 neck is high, collar closed, fits well the Chinese female figure, and its sleeves may be either short, medium or full 62 (long)，depending on seasons or tastes. In addition, it is not too complicated 63 (make). Nor 64 it need too much material. Another beauty of the cheongsam is that it can be worn either 65 casual or formal occasions. In either case, it creates an impression of simple and quiet charm, elegance and
neatness.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分 40 分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）
你校英语报开设系列专栏面向学生征稿，内容为春节假期间的难忘瞬间，本期主题为“我
帮爸妈做年夜饭(Lunar New Year’s Eve Dinner)”，请你根据以下要点写一份稿件：
过程；
感悟。
注意：1. 写作词数应为 80 左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Helping My Parents with Lunar New Year’s Eve Dinner
第二节 读后续写(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，使之构成一个完整的短文。
In a house far from the city lived John and his mother. John’s only hobby was wandering in the nearby picturesque forest. In its center was a shiny clear lake with schools of fish dancing in it. Lovely animals such as deer or rabbits were playing around and cute birds were singing in trees. Fascinated by the beauty and liveliness of nature, he desired to become a great artist and present all the breath-taking scenes to the world.
John studied in the local primary school. Life was not easy for John and his mom after his father died. Knowing what hard work his mother did to make ends meet, John really didn’t want his mother to worry. His mother knew the significance of education in life but she was against his dream of becoming an artist. “The profession of artist can’t aid a person in meeting his daily expenses,” she would say. But as each day passed, John’s dream became more passionate.
Due to the living circumstances, even buying some new colors would be a luxury. John only used the worn drawing file and limited colors for his daily practice. Though lacking fine painting materials, he never gave up drawing. He spent a significant amount of time staying in the forest, secretly perfecting his craft. With continuous hard work and a distinct gift for art, he drew beautifully.
One day John read about a competition being held in the town, whose deadline was only two days away. He got the perfect opportunity to fulfill his desire but he was in a dilemma as for the competition he needed special paints and some brushes. He didn’t have the courage to ask his mother for money as he knew her prejudice against art.
That evening his mom returned from work and handed him a few paper notes, saying, “This is for your lunch at school next month.” The money was enough for his desired materials! John’s face lit up.
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。
Paragraph 1: Early the next morning, John secretly left home with the money.
Paragraph 2: A week later, a phone call came to John’s home.海南中学2024届高三英语第6次月考答案
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
1-5 CACBB 6-10 CABCA 11-15 BBCAA 16-20 BCBBA
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)
A篇 21-23 BAD B篇24-27 CDDB C篇28-31AABD D篇32-35BDAA
第二节　(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
36-40 EGBDF
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每题1分，满分15分）
41-45 BCDAB 46-50 CCDAD 51-55 ABCDA
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. popularity 57. meaning 58. is known 59. normally 60. Although\Though\While
61. whose 62. length 63. to make 64. does 65. on
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
Helping My Parents with Lunar New Year’s Eve Dinner
Lunar New Year's Eve dinner symbolizes family reunion and the arrival of good fortune for the coming year. As a member, I actively participated in the preparations together with my parents.
Our family first made a schedule for this special dinner. Following the schedule, I enthusiastically engaged in a series of tasks, ranging from carefully selecting ingredients at the market to expertly chopping vegetables and even bravely trying my hand at cooking. Despite encountering unexpected challenges along the way, the joy of witnessing my parents' delighted smiles made every effort and the learning experience worthwhile.
This Lunar New Year's Eve dinner is a cherished memory for me, and I eagerly anticipate our big family’s next gathering. (116 words)
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
Para.1: Early the next morning, John secretly left home with the money. Decidedly, he bought paper and pens for painting, and then dashed to the competition. After signing up for it, he was given the task. Having collected his thoughts, John took a deep breath and got down to his painting. So absorbed was he that he ignored all the distraction around him. On his paper was visually striking color and appealing patterns. Hardly had John finished the last stroke when he signed with relief, his lips curving into a smile. Every day, he looked forward to the result happily and anxiously, though he felt hungry. (94 words)
Para.2: A week later, a phone call came to John’s home. Hearing what the man said, his mother felt puzzled, not knowing how his son had done it. When John returned, his widened eyes betrayed his surprise as his mother relayed the news. At the same time, a sense of guilt flashed across John. He then explained the whole process and affirmed his unwavering dream. Understanding the truth, John's mother was deeply moved, tears clouding her vision. She unfolded her arms, embracing John tightly, murmuring apologies. John was happy, because he had got the perfect opportunity to fulfill his dream and showcase his talent. Besides, he was awarded for his painting! (100 words)海南中学第六次月考听力原文
Text 1
W: It is said that the famous writer’s new play will be on the screen in January or February.
M: Well, according to what some officials said, we won’t be able to watch the TV play until March.
Text 2
W: Max, can you do me a favor I can’t reach that book on the top of the shelf.
M: Sure, Jane. But that’s too high. I guess we need to ask Dad for help.
Text 3
W: Be careful! I’ve been told this part is very steep with hard rocks.
M: I think I need a break. We drove two hours to get here. I’m too exhausted to keep climbing.
W: But if we don’t hurry, we can not see the sunset.
M: All right, then.
Text 4
W: This line doesn’t seem to be moving. Have you been waiting long
M: Yes. The automatic machine isn’t working, so people have to be here.
W: Too bad. I need to get back to the office, but I also have to withdraw some money.
Text 5
W: Mike, I didn’t sleep a bit last night.
M: Why What’s bothering you
W: Well, I’m under a lot of pressure. My boss is very ambitious and he assigned me three projects last month. Now the deadlines are approaching, but I still haven’t finished any of my projects.
Text 6
W: Can I help you, sir
M: Yes. This camera doesn’t work properly. I’d like to return it and get my money back.
W: Do you have the receipt
M: Er…no. I must have dropped it somewhere. I just bought the camera a few days ago.
W: Did you purchase a protection plan
M: No, I didn’t.
W: I’m sorry, sir. Our return policy states that if customers don’t have a receipt or a protection plan, they cannot return the items.
M: But I just bought it! Isn’t there anything you can do
W: Well, you can’t return the camera, but you can exchange it for another one.
M: Okay, thanks. Hopefully the new one will work.
Text 7
W: You look upset, Jack. What’s wrong
M: Oh, my brother Steve just told me he got a job in Boston and he’s moving away.
W: That’s great news. You should be happy for him.
M: I know I should, but Boston’s so far away. My brother has always been my rock and it’s my first year in high school.
W: Don’t take it too badly. You can video chat with him. You won’t feel he’s far away.
M: That’s true, I suppose. But still, it would be better if he found a job here.
W: Come on. Boston is a really cool city. You can go there for vacations.
M: You’re right. I can fly there in summer. Thanks, Jenny.
Text 8
W: Hello, South City Cycling Club.
M: Oh, hi. Er… I want to find out how to join the club.
W: OK. I can help you with that. Well, there are basically two types of adult membership. If you’re pretty serious about cycling, there is the Full Membership. That costs $260. If you just want to do some cycling in your free time, you’d better be with the Recreational Membership.
M: I’ll go with the Recreational Membership, I think.
W: That’s $110 if you’re over 19, and $95 if you’re under.
M: I’m 25.
W: And once you’re a member, you’re also permitted to wear our kit when you’re out cycling.
M: Yes, I’ve seen cyclists wearing it. So, can I buy that at the club or at a shopping mall
W: No, it’s made to order by a company in Brisbane. You can find them online. They’re called Jerriz. You can use your membership number to put in an order on their website.
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W: Good evening, everyone! Our guest is Kevin Olsen. Kevin works on a coast. His job is to rescue whales, fish and sea birds when they get into trouble with pollution. Welcome to the program, Kevin.
M: Glad to be here, thank you.
W: What do you do in your job
M: I spend a lot of time with sea animals, trying to learn what things they need in the
environment. If we know that, we can help them survive in the future.
W: Can you tell us something about the disaster a short time ago
M: OK. What happened recently is the oil disaster, the birds had oil on their wings, so they couldn’t fly. And they couldn’t eat the fish because the fish were covered with oil.
W: Why did you choose this job It’s tough since you have to work outdoors.
M: Well, I was always interested in the world of the ocean and how the plants and animals fit together in their system.
W: Thank you for coming and sharing your story with our audience, Kevin.
M: My pleasure.
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W: White T-shirts are very common in our daily life. But do you know the history of the white T-shirts Well, white cotton T-shirts were first worn by the US Navy and by 1948, every American soldier was wearing one too. But it was Hollywood films that made the T-shirt really popular: actors Marlon Brando and James Dean wore classic white T-shirts in On the Waterfront and Rebel Without a Cause. After these films, every young man wanted to wear one. Women didn’t begin to wear T-shirts until the end of the 1950s. In the 1959 French film Breathless, American actress Jean Seberg wore a T-shirt advertising an English language newspaper. This started a new fashion for T-shirts for women. Later, the T-shirt became a way of saying something important. For example, soon after the black American leader Angela Devis went to prison in 1970, people all around the world were wearing T-shirts with the message “Free Angela”. In the 1970s, French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent
designed a famous blue T-shirt with his name in white letters.

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