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英语试题
考生注意:
1. 满分150分, 考试时间120分钟。
2. 考生作答时, 请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后, 用2B铅笔把答题卡上对
应题目的答案标号涂黑; 非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答题区域内作答, 超出答题区域书写的答案无效, 在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
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, 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 much is the phone on Saturday
A. $400. B. $360. C. $ 320.
2. How does the woman go back home today probably
A. By bus. B. By car. C. By underground
3. What problem does the man have
A. He didn’t receive any confirmation.
B. His order quantity is incorrect. C. The tickets’ price is too high.
4. Where are the speakers probably
A. On a farm. B. At home. C. In a supermarket.
5. What will the speakers probably do today
A. Do a painting. B. Go to the city center. C. Play in the town square.
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 are the speakers mainly talking about
A. The man’s teammates. B. The man’s promotion. C. The man’s new responsibilities.
7. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Boss and secretary. B. Teacher and student. C. Co-workers.
听第7 段材料, 回答第8、9 题。
8. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Speak with Ms. Jackson. B. Pick up some X-rays for him. C. Look over the medical charts.
9. Who will the man see next
A. Mr. Peterson. B. Mr. Harris. C. Mr. Chow.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题。
10. Why doesn’t the woman want to go to the Mexican restaurant
A. It must be full. B. It isn’t open any more. C. The food is expensive.
11. Where does the man suggest going in the end
A. To a theater. B. To a sports field. C. To a swimming pool.
12. How does the man feel about watching a game after a tiring week
A. Uninterested. B. Boring. C. Enjoyable.
听第9段材料, 回答第13至16题。
13. Why was the man late for his flight
A. He looked for his suitcase.
B. His arranged taxi didn’t turn up.
C. He went home to get his passport.
14. Where did the man change before arriving at Lombok
A. In Bali. B. In Singapore. C. In New York.
15. What happened when the man was swimming
A. He was injured by a fish. B. He had a sudden headache. C. He couldn’t return to the beach.
16. What did the man do in Lombok
A. He climbed the mountain. B. He helped a taxi driver. C. He enjoyed the sunset.
听第10 段材料, 回答第17 至20 题。
17. What is a good topic to start a conversation at a party
A. Something about the host or hostess.
B. Good friends who are present.
C. A recent movie.
18. How can people make a conversation more informal immediately
A. By looking other people in the eyes.
B. By using their first names. C. By giving short answers.
19. Why should people stand close enough to others in a conversation
A. To show their interest. B. To hear the words clearly. C. To create a relaxing atmosphere.
20. Why should people avoid political or religious subjects
A. They make people feel bored. B. They are difficult to understand. C. They may cause disagreements.
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
Conservation Volunteers for Endangered Animals
Overview
The program in Australia is meant for all those animal lovers who want to volunteer abroad for a meaningful cause and contribute effectively toward the well-being of the native animals. Being a volunteer, you’ll get to work at a rescue center or a shelter, which has lots of animals in care at any given time.
Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 18 years old or older, with an open mind and a flexible attitude to working in a new and different environment. The program is open to all and you do not need any necessary qualifications (资历) to join it. Participants should be prepared to work outdoors and should be fit and healthy. Volunteers must note that this is a hands-off project and you are not allowed to touch animals unless given specific permission.
Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities
As a volunteer for this program, every day your activities may consist of:
* preparing food for the animals
* cleaning the animal enclosures (围场)
* keeping the project grounds clean and tidy
During the free time, volunteers can choose to spend time in Gladstone or start to do some of the interesting things in the surrounding areas. The Great Barrier Reef is a good choice for volunteers to do a dive course or live aboard. Only minutes from the project location is Gladstone’s famous natural landmark Mount Larcom. It is commonly referred to as the “lion mountain”, because it looks like a lion and a lioness that are facing, each other, At the heart of the city is Goondoon Street, where volunteers, can explore the Library Square, the site of the city’s monthly produce, arts and crafts market.
21. What is required for the volunteer of the program
A. Environmental awareness. B. A healthy body. C. Hands-on training D. Related experience.
22. What is a daily task for participants
A. Cleaning up the project grounds. B. Building animal enclosures.
C. Providing shelters for animals. D. Raising money for endangered animals.
23. Why is Mount Larcom called the “lion mountain”
A. It shows respect for lions. B. If protects endangered lion species.
C. It stores plenty of food for lions. D. It looks like a pair of lions.
B
Back in January, my partner and I resolved to take exercise seriously. This would mean spending hours every week working out, stretching and sweating our way to better health, which is something that is particularly difficult when you glance at the weather outside and see dark clouds on the horizon. ”It looks like it is about to rain. I guess I’ll go for a run tomorrow instead. ” But then just as we were on the edge of giving up again, we discovered a brilliant new way to make exercise better; by turning it into a videogame.
SWIFT is a cycling game that you control by pedaling your real bike, which is fixed onto a device called a turbo-trainer. As you pedal, the trainer sends signals back to your computer to control the character on screen. And smartly, the game sends back instructions to the trainer to apply different levels of resistance, so that as you’re cycling up a hill in the game, you can actually feel it on the bike.
So, after restoring our small garage and signing up for a $12 per month subscription, we had our TV, bike and all-important cooling fan ready to go.
Once you’re ready, you can participate in virtual cycle rides in 3D-recreations of real places, like London and New York, or fictional locations. And importantly, other real human cyclists appear alongside you, sharing your journey.
The genius of the design is that it has used lots of the tricks of traditional videogames to keep pushing you a little bit further and harder: go a little faster, and you’ll be rewarded with a little achievement marker, and if you pedal harder, you might win a race against another real player. It’s essentially generating some sort of dopamine (多巴胺) hits that riding along on a traditional exercise bike simply can’t match.
I’m not the only person who has noticed this. Today many other companies in the tech industry are chasing the same users, and they all offer their own unique versions.
24. Why was it very difficult for the author and his partner to maintain exercise routine
A. They didn’t have enough time. B. The weather was unpleasant.
C. They lacked proper equipment. D. Their-garage needed restoration
25. Which is NOT a must for SWIFT users
A. A real bike fixed onto a turbo-trainer. B. A subscription to access cycle rides.
C. An all-important cooling fan. D. Outdoor running equipment.
26. Why does the design of SWIFT attract its users
A. It offers its own special versions.
B. It helps them to master accurate weather information.
C. It uses videogame tricks that provide rewards for performance.
D. It provides professional training programs tailored individually.
27. What is the attitude of the tech industry towards the idea of SWIFT
A. Favorable. B. Objective. C. Unclear. D. Doubtful.
C
More than one-third of the world’s food is wasted or thrown away, most of which ends up in landfills, producing very large amounts of planet-warming greenhouse gases. Now, many studies show that it is becoming harder to grow enough food to feed an increasing population due to climate change and soil degradation.
But one of the most promising and simplest solutions lies in the problem itself: this wasted food—if composted (堆肥)—could slow climate change and improve soil quality. Higher-quality soil also continues to absorb more carbon from the atmosphere, helping to improve plants and contributing further to fighting climate change. Returning one ton of organic matter to each hectare of soil would increase the production of cereal crops each year in Africa, Asia and South America by millions of tons.
While it is true that people can compost in their yards, community gardens, or even on their kitchen counters, larger-scale efforts, including, infrastructure (基础设施) and incentives (激励) for consumers, would take it to the next level. . Imagine if consumers could just leave unwanted food in a roadside bin for pickup, or drop it off at a local store, earning a few cents a bucket, just like what has been offered for recycling bottles or newspapers.
Moreover, in the case of composting, the payment incentive system would be sustainable because the end-product of compost can be sold to farmers, making it an economically workable model, something that is often lacking in recycling, especially for certain materials, like many types of plastics.
Eventually, more widespread composting of food would pave the way for solutions to additional waste challenges, such as the disposal of packaging and clothing. This will have other positive effects as well; if more consumers compost, companies will be more inspired to make and use compostable packaging, clothing, and other products. While more compostable items are starting to emerge today, additional composting will further drive demand and innovation, and offer a game-changing solution for the planet.
28. What is paragraph 1 mainly about
A. The uneven distribution of food around the world. B. The burden of population growth on the planet.
C. The urgency of properly dealing with wasted food. D. The great impact of climate change on food.
29. What can be learned about the approach to composting wasted food
A. A good system is needed to carry out it effectively.
B. It would take a long term to have an effect.
C. It is only workable on a small scale.
D. It may raise people’s awareness of reducing food waste.
30. What does the author think of the payment incentive system of composting food
A. It is highly profitable. B. It is easy to carry out.
C. It is a sustainable economic cycle pattern. D. It is more effective than other recycling systems.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. How Wasted Food Could Be Reduced B. How Wasted Food Could Save the Planet
C. How Wasted Food Could Impact Humans D. How Wasted Food Could Become a Business
D
Those of you who have seen the amazing National Geographic documentary Free Solo will know just how fascinating it can be to watch a professional, climber, scale the side of a mountain.
A new documentary, Explorer: The Last Tepui, shares a lot with Free Solo, which won the 2019 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature, Not-only does it star rock climber Alex Honnold, it also shows him hanging off the side of a mountain in precarious positions that will make your stomach drop in extreme fear.
While his athletic achievements are amazing, Honnold isn’t’ the most appealing character in the film. That honor goes to Bruce Means, who has spent his academic career finding new species throughout South America to prove to the world that the area is a biodiyersity hot spot to be protected at all costs. In Explorer: The Last Tepui, the 80-year-old ecologist decides to climb the 300-plus metres to the peak of the Tepui, deep in Guyana’s Amazon ’rainforest.
Means, Honnold, leader Mark Synnott and a world-class team of climbers have to hike 56kilometres over 10 days across increasingly dangerous areas to reach the base of the Tepui This is a very big deal because Means has problems with his knees. Once at the Tepui, Honnold and other team members plan to climb to the top and then pull Means up, which will allow him to explore the cliff wall for novel animal and plant species.
Unsurprisingly, because of the area they must cross to reach the Tepui, various major barriers soon get in the way of the party. The detailed descriptions of Means’ determination to overcome these challenges due to his age and health just add real suspense (悬念) to the documentary.
The constantly changing viewpoints and potentially life-threatening issues ensure that Explorer: The Last Tepui remains compelling (扣人心弦的) to the very end. Even though it is just 54 minutes long, you will still feel tired out, as well as inspired, by the time it is over.
32. What does the underlined word “precarious” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Comfortable. B. Dangerous. C. Easy. D. Correct.
33. What makes the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui most eye-catching
A. The 2019 Academy Award. B. The discovery of new species.
C. Means’ plan to. climb the peak of the Tepui. D. Honnold’s appearance in the film.
34. What is Honnold’s role in the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui
A. Ensuring food supplies at the base of the Tepui. B. Topping the Tepui as quickly as possible.
C. Helping Means find long-lost species. D. Assisting Means in carrying out the exploration.
35. What does the author think of the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui
A. It is inspiring and funny. B. It is long and tiring.
C. It is full of heart-stopping moments. D. It is filled with complicated elements.
第二节 (共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Technology is around us everywhere, from simple devices like our smartphones, laptops and TV to background technology we don’t even notice. 36 From connecting with people across the globe at your comfortable home to running a business without a physical space, technology has impacted our lives positively. So, read on below:
Technology boosts business. Many new tech advancements and innovations are made by and for businesses. Why 37 New technology continues to come out faster than we can keep up with The purpose is to boost business and make the daily management of enterprises (企业) more systematic, structured and successful.
38 Advancements in technology have made it easier for more people to access the Internet, resulting in online shopping being more popular now than ever. Currently, most people prefer to shop online without leaving the house because of its great convenience. Instead of wasting hours in the shopping mall, technology makes shopping simple.
Technology has advanced education. Some examples include the availability of online courses and unlimited online resources for research. Before technology, you’d have to physically go to class: or go to the library to do research. 39
Technology makes everyday life better. Think about the introduction of self-driving cars: they were unheard of a few years’ ago, and now they’re a reality. 40 For example, smart homes are now common. Smart hubs (智能集线器) allow households to connect their devices and appliances (电器), making life a lot easier.
A. Technology makes online shopping possible.
B. Technology has changed the world for the better.
C. We need to use technology in a healthier and more careful way.
D. Now, education is easier for everyone, no matter where you live.
E. The way we use technology can help or harm ourselves and others.
F. Besides, technology has also had a positive influence on household items.
G. Because companies want to improve their products and services for profit.
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。
In the early hours of March 23, about 12 hours before our treasured 12-year-old son died of a rare form of brain cancer, I climbed into his hospital bed, 41 him in my arms and recited Lewis Carroll’s Jabberwocky.
My child was no longer 42 , but I hoped and believed that he could sense my presence and that my voice would 43 his wildly beating heart.
My son had been 44 with the words of the poem by 45 me reciting it to him almost every night before going to bed. He loved the 46 of the “beamish (神采焕发的) boy” as, with a short sword in hand, the boy takes on a strong man several times his size.
My son was also a passionate 47 . But with many surgeries, rounds of radiation and medications 48 most of his time, he could 49 read on his own. Therefore, I 50 to read to him. And it was during the reading that I found that poems could relieve my 51 . They offered an anchor to me during unpredictable and painful times. They also helped me prepare for the arrival of the final time.
Then it came—at 12:52 am on March 23, my son’s heart stopped beating forever. Despite my 52 , I was still overwhelmed by grief. Then I received a message from my friend. It was Raymond Carver’s Late Fragment: “And what did you ant / To call myself beloved, / to feel myself beloved on the earth.”
It 53 me a bit, because I was 54 that even in my son’s darkest hours, he was always 55 —and still is. And thanks to poems, I was able to get through the pain and get on with my life.
41. A. fed B. hid C. wrapped D. rocked
42. A. ambitious B. conscious C. wise D. sensitive
43. A. win B. stop C. preserve D. calm
44. A. familiar B. concerned C. bored D. satisfied
45. A. leading to B. listening to C. taking to D. agreeing to
46. A. kindness B. patience C. courage D. honesty
47. A. reader B. poet C. fan D. believer
48. A. extending B. valuing C. wasting D. occupying
49. A. nearly B. surely C. hardly D. finally
50. A. refused B. pretended C. expected D. offered
51. A. anxiety B. loneliness C. illness D. anger
52. A. struggle B. preparation C. tolerance D. power
53. A. amused B. comforted C. shocked D. confused
54. A. forced B. advised C. convinced D. promised
55. A, admired B. helped C. encouraged D. loved
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。
Kungu, also known as Kun Opera, is a form of traditional Chinese theater that has a rich history and cultural significance. Originated in the Yuan Dynasty and 56 (gain) great popularity in the Ming Dynasty, Kungu has been recognized 57 a masterpiece of human cultural heritage by UNESCO, and 58 (refer) to as the “mother” of all Chinese opera often.
Combining songs 59 (perform) in the Suzhou dialect, graceful body movements, martial arts and dance, Kunqu uses 60 variety of movements to express specific emotions. As a highly 61 (influence) form of opera in Chinese culture, particularly in the areas of literature, music, and art, Kungu has inspired many famous poets, painters, and musicians by its 62 (beautiful) and elegance.
Today, Kunqu remains an 63 (incredible) important part of China’s cultural heritage, and efforts are being made 64 (protect) and promote this traditional art form: Although it may not be as popular as other forms of Chinese theater such as Beijing Opera, Kunqu has a devoted following among those 65 appreciate its unique charm and artistry.
A living heritage is an endless dialogue between the present and the past, and Kunqu is a carrier to pass that legacy on.
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, 上周你的英国朋友Allen来你校进行了学习交流, 现已回国。他给你发来邮件说他对英语课堂上老师用英汉双语授课的方法提出了异议。请你给他回一封邮件, 内容包括:
1. 对这一异议做出解释;
2. 提出你自己的看法。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 邮件的开头和结尾已给出, 不计入总词数。
Dear Allen,
In your email, you expressed disagreement about our teachers speaking both English and Chinese in English classes.
Yours sincerely,
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。
My heart sank as I heard the clicking sound of the electricity being shut off again. It was two days before Thanksgiving. I had been unemployed for months, and my son and I were barely surviving. I grabbed my purse in an attempt to fix the problem. I gathered all the change that I could, but $1.75 was not going to solve our problem. We were months behind on the rent, to the point that warning notices to move were being posted on our door daily. Now we were not only going to be forced out of the only home, but we were going to make that move in the dark and cold.
My son got home from school. “Is the electricity off again ” he asked with a tone of accusation. “Yes,” was all that I could gather as I hung my head in shame. “Mom, are we poor ” “Only financially,” I responded, choking back the tears.
At that moment, I felt a burst of energy. I had to do everything I could to make sure that Thanksgiving happened. After all, it would be our last one in our home.
I had made Orphan (孤儿) Thanksgiving, which welcomed those people with nowhere to go, a tradition for 14 years. Now, with a warning notice and no electricity, how would I make my 15th Orphan Thanksgiving a reality
I had to ask for help, but slowly I was getting things done. I put out an announcement that it would be the last Orphan Thanksgiving at my house. People living next door were generous enough to offer help. We gathered candles. We cleaned the room. All that was left was to find the money to buy food for a Thanksgiving meal.
That night, I sat in my candlelit bedroom with my son sleeping soundly next to me. I held my grandfather’s gold watch in my hand for what felt like a lifetime. He was the man who taught me to cook when I could barely walk. He grew up during the Great Depression, and he had told me many stories of hardship. I reasoned that he would have approved of my giving to those less fortunate. He would have approved.
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 morning I sold the watch.
After the party, I noticed a suitcase with a note on it under the dinner table.
2023~2024学年第二学期安徽县中联盟高二3月联考·英语
参考答案、提示及评分细则
听力 (共20小题; 每小题1.5分, 满分30分)
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 C B B C A B C B A A B C C A A C A B A C
阅读 (共20小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分50分)
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 B A D B D C A C A C B B C D C B G A D F
完形填空 (共15小题; 每小题1分, 满分15分)
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55
答案 C B D A B C A D C D Α B B C D
语法填空 (共10小题: 每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
56. gaining 57. as 58. is referred 59. performed 60. a 61. influential 62. beauty 63. incredibly
64. to protect 65. who
应用文写作 (满分15分)
参考范文
Dear Allen,
In your email. you expressed disagreement about our teachers speaking both English and Chinese in English classes. I’m writing to give you some explanations
Undoubtedly, lessons taught only in English provide students with a good English-learning environment. which enables them to learn more quickly and efficiently. However, this method only works for students with a high level of English proficiency. For students with poor English grades, this method may make it difficult for them to follow the teachers. Consequently, they will lose interest in learning English. In this sense, the bilingual teaching method is more effective.
Personally, whichever teaching method is adopted depends largely on the students, We should focus more on learning outcomes of the teaching rather than the teaching forms.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
读后续写 (满分25 分)
参考范文
The next morning I sold the watch. And then I rushed to the store to buy a turkey with some vegetables and fruits. By the time the food was made and guests started to arrive. I looked exhausted but happy. The pleasant smell of the turkey filling the room and the soft bread reflecting the candlelight, a nice dinner was already in place. Despite the lack of heat or light. everyone was enjoying dinner and conversation. We all expressed our heartfelt gratitude to others. My son proudly announced that the thing he was thankful for was his mommy. which brought tears to my eyes. It truly was a day for which to be thankful.
After the party. I noticed a suitcase with a note on it under the dinner table. Puzzled and curious. I took up the note that read simply “Thanks for the giving.” Inside the suitcase were cards and encouragement like “Cheer up! Your troubles will soon be over.” More than that, inside was money. I cried, my eyes misting and my mouth shivering slightly. It was enough to cover my electricity bill and save me from moving. To this day. I do not know who arranged this miracle. My son and I still live in the same house. I am living proof that one good turn deserves another.
附听力材料
(Text 1)
M: I’m interested in purchasing this phone. How much is it
W: There’s 10 percent off today, Let’s see. Four hundred dollars with 10 percent off comes to $360. But if you can wait to buy it on Saturday. you could get 20 percent off.
(Text 2)
W: Jim, thanks for the ride home. After such a busy day, I really don’t like to spend 90 minutes on the underground train and then on the bus. Thanks a lot.
M: You are welcome.
(Text 3)
M: Hi. this is Peter Evans, This morning, I used your website to book tickets for a show.
W: Yes. I have your reservation. Is there anything else you need
M: Well. I just read the confirmation. I purchased three tickets, but the confirmation is only for two.
(Text 4)
W: Excuse me, could you please tell me where the cheese is I want to buy some.
M: Sure. It’s next to the milk. Over there in the milk product section.
(Text 5)
M: It’s Art Club today. Are you coming
W: Yes. we’re going outside to paint.
M: I really enjoyed it when we went to the city center and painted outdoors in the town square.
W: Me too. And it will be interesting to paint the lake today.
(Text 6)
W: Peter, I heard that you got promoted after the boss saw your work on the budget report, Congratulations!
M: Oh. thank you. I was really surprised that Mr. Doddleson was so impressed by my work. It was really unexpected.
W: So what are you doing now that you have taken over as director of accounting
M: Well. I’m learning all about my new responsibilities and have to get to know my new teammates so I’m really busy.
(Text 7)
W: Here are the medical charts for your patients for this afternoon. Is there anything else you need
M: Thank you. Jane. And yes. I do need you to take a walk down to the X-ray room to get Mr. Chow’s X-rays for me. But before you do, could you ask the next patient to come in, please
W: Your next patient, Ms. Jackson, is not here yet, Should I send in Mr. Peterson first
M: Yes. please ask him to come in. Also could you call up my lawyer, Mr. Harris, after you pick up the X-ray film and tell him that I’d like to see him tomorrow morning
W: OK.
(Text 8)
M: I can’t figure out what to do this evening. I’d prefer to go to the Mexican restaurant. The food’s not expensive at all.
W: It won’t have a free table-you have to book before you go.
M: Well. shall we go dancing
W: Haven’t you heard The disco isn’t open any more. If you like. we can go for a swim at the new pool.
M: But there’ll be a lot of noisy children there.
W: Well. how about the theater
M: You know I’m short of money. Let’s go and watch the football game. It’s just starting. You’ve got a coat, haven’t you
W: It’s not cold today. but the grass will be wet after the rain and I’m wearing my new shoes so I don’t want to go there.
M: I think I’ll go anyway. I really want to enjoy a good game after a tiring week.
(Text 9)
W: How did you go to Lombok
M: Well, I was supposed to fly from New York to Singapore and then to Mataram in Lombok, but the taxi I arranged turned up an hour late. I got there just in time. I handed over my suitcase, but then I found I didn’t have my passport. So back home I went to get it. and then off to the airport. At last I got a later flight. But I had to fly to Bali and then take a ship to Lombok.
W: Oh What about Lombok itself
M: It was beautiful. I went swimming but suddenly there was this huge fish passing by in front of me, and as it swam past I felt a sharp pain in my stomach. It hurt me. I started to head back to the beach. A taxi driver took me to the hospital and the doctors looked after me very well.
W: So how did you spend the rest of your time there
M: Well, the next day I went on to drive towards the highest mountain in Lombok. I couldn’t climb so I stopped to admire the beautiful sunset.
W: That sounds great.
(Text 10)
M: The first time we meet a person, it is often difficult to carry on a conversation. Let us suppose we are introduced to someone at a Party, One good first question would be to ask the Person how he or she knows the host or hostess. If the person answers formally by calling you Mr. or Ms., you could then say something like “please call me Susan”. This could immediately make the conversation more informal, In addition, if you are asked a question, try not to answer with only one or two words, Look the person in the eyes and stand close enough to show you are interested in what he or she is saying.
Following this plan, you’ll probably soon find something you are both interested in, such as a recent movie or a TV program, certain types of food or sports, Stay away from subjects that could cause arguments. such as political or religious topics. If the person is new to your town you might like to introduce them to some of your other friends who are present. Anyhow, in a few minutes, both of you will feel much more relaxed and can enjoy each other’s company.

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