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浦东新区2023学年度第二学期期中教学质量检测
高三英语试卷
(本试卷满分140分，考试时间120分钟)
第一卷
I. Listening Comprehension (25分)
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a
question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a
conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best
answer to the question you have heard.
1. A. 15 dollars. B. 30 dollars. C. 35 dollars. D. 50 dollars.
2. A. Supervisor and student. B. Landlord and renter.
C. Doctor and patient. D. Roommates.
3. A. At home. B. On a pavement.
C. At a police station. D. In an alley.
4. A. Children should use social media moderately.
B. Children have unlimited access to social media.
C. Parents need to help children find their role models.
D. Parents should expose their children to social media.
5. A. On 15 August. B. On 16 August. C. On 17 August. D. On 19 August.
6. A. He didn't get any sleep on the plane.
B. The fly with his baby was not easy.
C. He appreciated the company of his baby.
D. He enjoyed watching movies on the plane.
7. A. To follow the fashion trend. B. To keep safe on the road.
C. To make himself appealing. D. To keep warm when cycling.
8. A. Mary will let out the secret. B. Mary hurts her own lips.
C. Mary doesn't know the message. D. Mary is totally trustworthy.
9. A. Starting a school newspaper. B. Setting up businesses.
C. Looking for a roommate. D. Earning accommodation fee.
10. A. The woman should prioritize her study.
B. He is not a fan of the Universal Studios.
C. The woman is bad at remembering things.
D. The woman should enjoy the coming holiday.
Section B
Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several
questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and conversation will be read twice, but the questions
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will bespoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is
the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11. A. Italians learn to accept their peculiarity.
B. Imperfect models in Italy redefine beauty.
C. Italian models appear in fashion shows in Milan.
D. Imperfect models accept their working conditions.
12. A. She suffered from severe hair loss.
B. She was injured and eventually got disabilities.
C. She has a medical condition that results in abnormal body size.
D. She has a health condition which causes dark spots on the body.
13. A. She establishes the first modelling agency in Italy.
B. She realizes and appreciating the things around her.
C. She transforms the way she perceives her weakness.
D. She gets involved an art movement or revolution.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. Solid state batteries will first appear in electric vehicles.
B. Cost may discourage people from switching to electric power.
C. There are plenty of charging points to plug an electric vehicle into.
D. A fully charged battery will take you as far as a full tank of petrol.
15. A. Electric motoring is much more favored.
B. Electric motoring means a zero-carbon future.
C. Electric motoring is not completely emission-free
D. Electric motoring makes public transport less desirable.
16. A. The future of electric vehicles.
B. The development of electric vehicles.
C. The problem faced by electric vehicles.
D. The pros and cons of electric vehicles.
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
17. A. Family Budget. B. City Beats.
C. Weekly Education. D. Fashion Broadway.
18. A. The channel should hire smart hosts.
B. The channel should cancel Life Beats.
C. The channel should employ positive producers.
D. The channel should better design all its programs.
19. A. On Tuesday. B. On Wednesday. C. On Thursday. D. On Friday.
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20. A. ATV interview by two people.
B. A program survey conducted by a TV channel
C. A customer's complaint about TV programs.
D. A discussion about program target audience.
II. Grammar and Vocabulary (20分)
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For
the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word
that best fits each blank.
Why We Should Record Travel Moments
On a rainy summer day, I took a train to Switzerland and trekked through the mud to a medieval fortress high atop a
cliff. After twisting through its dimly lit corridors, I finally (21)______(arrive) at the main viewpoint of Cave of the Fairies:
a plunging 77m waterfall that shoots from underground into a sparkling pool. As the waterfall wet my jacket, I closed my
eyes and took out my phone (22)______(record) the rush of dreamy reality before me.
I had come in search of a sound, not a sight.
Throughout my travels, I've found myself (23)______(collect) sound recordings the way other people collect souvenirs.
Just as some travellers take photos of landscapes or their food, I started doing this as an artistic way to help me remember
some of the most interesting details of my trips.
Environmental scientist Lauren Kuehne said, “I think that once you start to listen, once you actually start to listen, you
start to appreciate how much (24)______(big) the world is.”
This attitude (25)______(echo) by Samara Kester, a retired emergency medicine physician who now serves on QPI's
board. “A photograph is two dimensions. (26)______ you are looking at something you're seeing, it's maybe 180 degrees,
maybe 270 degrees. Sound is 360 degrees. You hear it all around you.” Kester explained (27)______ teaching herself to be a
better listener has not only expanded her sense of travel, but helped her relive her travels once she's back home.
“You immerse (28)______ in that place again. You recreate those memories and therefore recreate the feelings you had,
(29)______ are very hard to express clearly. You can re-experience that and that will send you to where you were before.”
Months later back in my L.A. home, I find myself popping on my headphones and listening back to the rush of falling
water inside Cave of the Fairies. When I close my eyes, I (30)______ feel the spray of water against my skin, the sense of
letting my ears lead me on faraway adventure. Mentally, I'm right back there -- if only for a moment.
Section B
Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is
one word more than you need.
A. backfire B. compensate C. extend D. impressive E. meaningful F. measure
G. needle H. overall I. perceive J. punishment K. typically
Why You Shouldn't Exercise to Lose Weight
Many of us are lacing up our sneakers and starting (or restarting) exercise regimens (练身计划) in hopes of shedding
unwanted pounds. Unquestionably, aiming to be more active is good. But if the main reason is to lose weight, your New
Year's resolution could very well ___31___.
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For starters, exercise -- at least the kind most of us do -- is ___32___ ineffective for weight loss. Take walking, for
example. A 150-pound person who walks briskly for 30 minutes will burn, on average, around 140 calories. That's equal to
one can of soda -- not exactly a great return on your investment of time and effort. It's much easier just to skip the soda.
Studies ___33___ show that doing moderate-intensity aerobic exercise such as walking for 30 minutes a day, five days
a week -- the amount recommended for good health -- typically produces little or no weight loss by itself.
When moderate exercise is added to diet, the results are equally not ___34___. Pooling data from six trials, researchers
found that a combination of diet and exercise generated no greater weight loss than diet alone after six months.
In studies where exercise has produced ___35___ weight loss, participants burned at least 400 to 500 calories per
session on five or more days a week. To achieve that, sessions need to go well beyond what most of us are willing or able to
do. And even if we manage to exert that much effort, our bodies often ___36___ by boosting appetite and dialing down
metabolism, effects that over time limit how many pounds we shed.
Perhaps the biggest problem with exercising to drop pounds is that it turns physical activity into ___37___. How many
times have you heard someone say (or said yourself) “I'll need to do extra exercise” after eating too much during the
holidays or at a celebratory dinner
The point is that we're more likely to ___38___ exercise positively and actually do it when we focus on our well-being
rather than our weight. The incentive may be an improved mood or less stress. Others may find that exercise makes them
feel physically and mentally stronger.
Of course, the benefits of physical activity ___39___ well beyond these. It's been shown to reduce the risk of multiple
diseases. It can also improve sleep and boost energy.
By all means, striving to exercise regularly in the new year is perhaps the most important thing you can do for your
health. But to improve the odds of success, focus on how movement helps you feel better physically and emotionally -- and
forget about how it moves the ___40___ on the scale.
III. Reading Comprehension (45分)
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each
blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
Anyone who has ever witnessed the miracle in which infants progress from mewling to “Mama” to “Mine!” knows
how critical it is for youngsters to hear normally before they speak their first words. ___41___, many children who don't
talk by age two turn out to be deaf. The sooner their disability is discovered and ___42___, the less likely they are to fall
behind in the development of important language and social skills. That is why a growing number of hearing specialists
(audiologists) and parents are campaigning for ___43___ screening of newborns for hearing loss.
Their ___44___ has registered in some powerful ears. To date, 22 states have passed legislation requiring at least
partial screening programs. Part of the push stems from ___45___ in technology that, among other things, allow children as
young as two months to be ___46___ hearing aids. But there are limits to the technology. One thing parents should realize
before they start is that the screening tests are far from ___47___. A bad result doesn't necessarily indicate a problem.
Audiologists estimate that 3 out of every 1,000 babies are born with some kind of hearing loss. Of those three infants,
one is profoundly deaf. About half the time, doctors can identify a possible cause, such as a birth weight less than 5 pounds,
or a family history of ___48___. The rest of the time there is simply no ___49___ as to why a newborn's hearing may have
been affected.
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The screening tests work by introducing a sound into a baby's ear and then measuring either the ___50___ of the ear's
internal mechanisms or the electrical activity of the auditory portion of the brain (the auditory brain-stem response test). Just
because a baby fails either test, ___51___, does not mean that there is a hearing problem. A temporary buildup of fluid in
the ear canal or excessive noise in the nursery can ___52___ the results. For this reason, experts say, hospitals should
___53___ the screening tests for any baby who doesn't pass the first time before telling the parents to consult an audiologist
for more thorough testing.
It is at this stage that things get a bit ___54___. Though 20 of every 1,000 babies fail the two-step screen, most prove
on further examination to be just fine. Is it worth ___55___ 17 families of perfectly normal children -- not to mention asking
them to spend several hundred dollars on advanced tests -- to identify three infants with hearing loss
41. A. Indeed B. Meanwhile C. Occasionally D. Surprisingly
42. A. reported B. accepted C. treated D. tested
43. A. legal B. random C. further D. compulsory
44. A. charge B. complaint C. appeal D. pursuit
45. A. procedures B. advances C. practices D. insights
46. A. fitted with B. provided with C. entitled to D. attached to
47. A. reasonable B. imaginable C. reliable D. predictable
48. A. disorder B. blindness C. obesity D. deafness
49. A. solution B. clue C. reflection D. doubt
50. A. response B. volume C. capacity D. activity
51. A. however B. therefore C. for example D. after all
52. A. prove B. produce C. match D. affect
53. A. stop B. review C. repeat D. improve
54. A. shocking B. distracting C. unpredictable D. complicated
55. A. worrying B. classifying C. engaging D. prompting
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For
each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given
in the passage you have just read.
(A)
“Calling all. This is our last cry before our eternal silence.” With that, in January 1997, the French coast guard
transmitted its final message in Morse code.
Wrecked ships had radioed out SOS signals from the era of the Titanic. In near-instant time, the beeps could be
decoded by Morse-code stations thousands of miles away. First used to send messages over land in 1844, Morse code
outlived the telegraph age. But by the late 20th century, satellite radio was turning it into a dying language. In February
1999, it officially ceased being the standard for maritime communication.
Nestled within the Point Reyes National Seashore, north of San Francisco, KPH Maritime Radio is the last operational
Morse-code radio station in North America. The station -- which consists of two buildings some 25 miles apart -- once
watched over the waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It shut down in 1997, but a few years later, a couple of radio
enthusiasts brought it back to life. The group has gotten slightly larger over the years, who call themselves the “radio
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squirrels”. Every Saturday, they beep out maritime news and weather reports. Much of their communication is with the SS
Jeremiah O'Brien, a World War II-era ship permanently parked at a San Francisco pier.
Last July, the photographer Ann Hermes visited these “radio squirrels” and stepped into their time machine. To send a
message, they tapped each Morse-code letter into a gadget, generating a loud noise that repeated throughout the whole
building. “It’s almost like jazz,” Hermes told me -- a music of rhythm and timing that can sound slightly different depending
on who is doing the tapping. Some of the machines date back to World War II. The “radio squirrels” do their own repairs,
and search eBay for replacement parts on the newer units.
Though many of the “radio squirrels” are retired or nearing retirement, Morse code is not quite extinct: The U.S. Navy
still teaches it to a few sailors. Besides, in 2017, a British man who had broken his leg on a beach used it to signal for help
in the dark with a flashlight.
56. What was Morse code used for in the era of the Titanic
A. Warning the coming of total silence.
B. Sending a signal for help or rescue.
C. Saving an endangered language.
D. Setting a standard for communication.
57. What does the underlined phrase “radio squirrels” refer to
A. The former staff of KPH Maritime Radio Station.
B. The crew of ship wreckage in San Francisco.
C. Those particularly passionate about radio stuff.
D. Those expert at playing instruments and jazz.
58. The Morse code machines can still be in good condition thanks to ________.
A. the frequent use by the “squirrels” to beep out news
B. the constant communication with experienced operators
C. the repair and restore efforts made by the “squirrels”
D. the protection and maintenance made by the U.S.Navy
59. Which of the following can be the best title of this passage
A. Keep the “Jazz” Going B. The Last Call from Sea
C. Volunteers of Point Reyes D. A Farewell to Radio
(B)
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60. How much will it cost you to get somebody a pound of smoked salmon and a bottle of champagne (with a message)
A. 20.25 B. 25.50 C. 14.50 D. Almost 18.00
61. What is the stuff you can buy that was produced on the day you were born
A. Birthday cards B. Christmas gifts C. Cigars D. Newspapers
62. Someone is offering a baby bath for sale and where can you get it
A. PARTYMANIA B. LADIES NARROW SHOWS
C. SILVER CROSS D. GOING IN TO BUSINESS
(C)
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Those who had the pleasure of watching Benny Goodman at work saw a rather ordinary-looking man in rimless glasses
and a conservative business suit; but they also saw a human being who could play the clarinet (单簧管) like no one before
or since. This made Benny Goodman a unique individual.
Other Americans who have stood out from the flock include Joe DiMaggio, Beverly Sill, Ernest Hemingway and Jonas
Salk. They, like Benny Goodman, were recognized and honored for no other reason than excellence.
It is doing something better than other people that makes us unique. Yet a surprising number of people still see
individuality as a surface thing. They wear garish clothes, dye their hair strange colors and decorate their skin with tattoos to
make some kind of social statement. But an ordinary guy who has dyed his hair purple or orange is nothing more than the
same person with a funny-looking head.
The whole purpose of individuality is excellence. Those who invent, who improvise (即兴发挥 ), who know more
about a subject than other people do, and who take something that doesn't work and make it work -- these people are the
very soul of capitalism.
Charles Kettering didn't like the idea of cranking a car to make it start, so he invented the electric starter. Henry Ford
figured out the assembly-line technique and made it possible to mass-produce automobiles, and Elisha Otis, inventor of the
elevator, indirectly created the city sky-line. These people understood that individualism means working at the top of one's
capacity.
The ones with the purple hair and the funky jewelry are just along for the ride, trying to be “different” and not knowing
how to go about it.
The student who earns straight A's on his report card has grasped the idea and has found the real meaning of
individuality. So has the youngster who has designed his own spaceship, who gives piano recitals, who paints pictures of the
world around him.
Benny Goodman understood it too. This is why he was at his best, blowing his clarinet, in a blue suit and black shoes.
63. The author mentions the appearance of Benny Goodman to ________.
A. show what a talented musician should look like
B. introduce an important figure in the musical world
C. contrast with his talent in music performance
D. indicate that he can't stand out from the flock
64. The author would most probably agree that ________.
A. an individualist tends to seek difference both in character and appearance
B. the essence of individualism lies in pursuing excellence to the full
C. being different in appearance is the very first step to being individual
D. those who strive to win the recognition of others are real individualists
65. According to the passage, which individual's actions may not truly embody the essence of individualism
A. A scientist who conducts research solely advancing knowledge for the greater good rather than for personal
recognition.
B. A social media influencer who conforms to popular opinions to maintain a large following.
C. An artist who creates unique works but fail to gain fame and recognition from others.
D. An entrepreneur who prioritizes ethical considerations over profit in his business practices.
66. For the main thread,the article is organized by way of ________.
A. specific to general B. cause and effect
C. examples and conclusion D. comparison and contrast
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Section C
Directions: Read the following passages. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be
used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
A. Nevertheless, confidence plays a significant role in determining the effectiveness of fear based motivation
strategies.
B. However, if students are not confident, then fear-based approaches could trigger feeling of anxiety.
C. Leaders, managers, and teachers have often used one of these ideas to inspire people to work harder and achieve
more.
D. Taken together, these studies show that fear-based motivation is complicated
E. They may be inspired to learn new things that will help their business or find mentors who can support them.
F. But does this motivate or discourage business people Again, it's not straightforward.
What motivates you to work or study harder Is it the thought of success and all the amazing things that you can
achieve, or is it the fear of failure and worry about all the things that can go wrong for you ______67______ But is one
better than the other
A recent study looked at the effect of fear-based strategies on British secondary school students. As is so often the case,
it's complicated. They found that if a test is seen as important, and students are optimistic that they can succeed, then the
fear of failure can be used successfully by teachers to motivate these learners. ______68______ It can in turn lead them to
do worse on the test than they would have done otherwise. The study also found that if students are disengaged and don't
care about the test in the first place, then, unsurprisingly, the fear of failure is not likely to motivate them.
Entrepreneurs often run the risk of failure. It's a fact that most new companies will fail. ______69______ The personal
consequences of failure can be significant, and so founders may be motivated to work harder to avoid them. A study carried
out on British and Canadian entrepreneurs found that fear of failure can improve problem solving, as people are motivated
to anticipate and resolve potential issues. However, the study also showed that it can lead to increased procrastination as
people focus too much on what they personally fear, rather than what would be best for the business. If someone is less
confident about their business idea, then they may find their decision-making negatively affected by their fears.
______70______ It can drive confident people to do better, but it can also increase our doubts and turn them into
barriers.
IV. Summary Writing (10分)
71. Directions: Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than
60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.
Paying Allowances for Completing Chores
The practice of paying children an allowance became popular in America about 100 years ago. Nowadays, American
kids on average receive about $800 per year in allowance. But the vast majority of American parents who pay allowance tie
it to the completion of housework. Although many parents believe that paying an allowance for completing chores benefits
their children, a range of experts expressed concern that tying allowance very closely to chores may not be ideal. In fact, the
way chores work in many households worldwide points to another way.
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Suniya Luthar, a psychologist, is against paying kids for chores. Luthar is not opposed to giving allowances, but she
thinks it's important to establish that chores are done not because they will lead to payment, but because they keep the
household running. Luthar's suggested approach to allowance is compatible with that of writer Ron Lieber, who advises that
allowances be used as a means of showing children how to save, give, and spend on things they care about. “Kids should do
chores,” he writes, “for the same reason adults do, because the chores need to be done, and not with the expectation of
compensation.”
This argument has its critics, but considering the way chores are undertaken around the world may change people's
thinking. Professor David Lancy of Utah State University has studied how families around the world handle chores. At
about 18 months of age, Lancy says, most children become eager to help their parents, and in many cultures, they begin
helping with housework at that age. They begin with very simple tasks, but their responsibilities gradually increase. And
they do these tasks without payment. Lancy contrasts this with what happens in America. “We deny our children's attempts
to help until they are 6 or 7 years old,” Lancy says, “when many have lost the desire to help and then try to motivate them
with payment. The solution to this problem is not to try to use money as a stimulus to do housework, but to get children
involved in housework much earlier, when they actually want to do it.”
第二卷
V. Translation (15分)
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.
72. 玛丽把不需要的物品收拾起来，为上课作准备。(put)
73. 他考试的时候太紧张了，完全想不起这个单词。(escape)
74. 由于大量接触到当地人的语言，约翰不知不觉就学会了当地口音。(before)
75. 当我们在互联网上发布信息时，必须考虑潜在的后果，因为某些细节可能会被媒体误解或夸大。(likely)
VI. Guided Writing (25分)
76. Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
随着人工智能的快速发展，ChatGPT 已进入我们的生活，正逐渐影响我们的学习方式和体验，有人认为它会带
来诸多便利，也有人心存顾虑。假设你是明启中学的学生王磊，学校贴吧就此话题正在热议，你对此很感兴趣，决
定回帖响应。回帖内容应包括：
1. 你是否支持使用 ChatGPT；
2. 你的理由。
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1-5 CACAD
6-10 BBDCA
11-13 BDC
14-16 BCC
17-20 CBAB
21. arrived
22.to record
23. collecting
24. bigger
25. was echoed
26.When/While
27. how
28. yourself
29.which
30.can
31-35 AKHDE
36-40 BJICG
41-45 ACDCB
46-50 ACDBA
51-55 ADCDA
56-59 BCCA
60-62 BDC
63-66 CBBD
67-70 CBFD
71.Paying children allowances for chores is quite common in America.However,critics hold that chores are necessary for the
maintenance of houschold and that they shouldn't be tied to payment. In contrast with many other cultures, where children
are involved in housework at early ages without payment,critics propose Americans shifting from financial incentives to
intrinsic motivation for household （上海高中学习指导整理）contributions.
72.(3分)Mary put away the unnecessary items (so as) to get ready for class.
73.(3分)He was so nervous in/ during the exam that the word escaped him completely.
74.(4 分) Through heavy exposure to/ Exposed a lot to local people's speech/ language,John acquired/picked up the local
accent before he realized it.
75.(5 分) When we deliver/post information on the Internet, it's essential to consider its potential consequences, as certain
details are likely to be misinterpreted or overstated by the media.
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1-5 CACAD 6-10 BBDCA 11-13 BDC 14-16 BCC 17-20 CBAB
21. arrived 22. to record 23. collecting 24. bigger 25. was echoed 26. When/While 27. how
28. yourself 29. which 30. can
31-35 AKHDE 36-40 BJICG
41-45 ACDCB 46-50 ACDBA 51-55 ADCDA
56-59 BCCA
60-62 BDC
63-66 CBBD
67-70 CBFD
71. (60 words)
Paying children allowances for chores is quite common in America. However, critics hold that chores are necessary for the
maintenance of household and that they shouldn’t be tied to payment. In contrast with many other cultures, where children
are involved in housework at early ages without payment, critics propose Americans shifting from financial incentives to
intrinsic motivation for household contributions.
72. （3分） Mary put away the unnecessary items (so as) to get ready for class.
73. （3分） He was so nervous in/ during the exam that the word escaped him completely.
74. （4 分）Through heavy exposure to/ Exposed a lot to local people’s speech/ language, John acquired/picked up their
accent before he realized it.
75.（5分）When we deliver/post information on the Internet, it’s essential to consider its potential consequences, as certain
details are likely to be misinterpreted or overstated by the media
76.
As a student at Mingqi High School, I am intrigued by the ongoing discussion surrounding the integration of ChatGPT
into our lives amidst the rapid development of artificial intelligence. Regarding the use of ChatGPT, I am cautiously
supportive, recognizing both its potential benefits and concerns.
Firstly, I support the use of ChatGPT because of its convenience and accessibility. With ChatGPT, we have instant
access to information and assistance, which can greatly enhance our learning experiences. Whether it's clarifying concepts,
practicing language skills, or receiving personalized feedback, ChatGPT offers valuable support that complements
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traditional learning methods.
Additionally, ChatGPT can foster creativity and exploration. By interacting with ChatGPT, students have the
opportunity to engage in stimulating conversations, explore new ideas, and expand their knowledge in diverse subjects. This
interactive learning experience can spark curiosity, inspire innovation, and encourage independent thinking among students.
However, I also acknowledge the need for caution when using ChatGPT. As with any technology, there are concerns
about privacy, accuracy, and overreliance. It's essential to use ChatGPT responsibly, critically evaluate the information it
provides, and maintain a balance between technological assistance and independent learning.
In conclusion, while I support the use of ChatGPT as a valuable tool in education, it's important to approach its
integration thoughtfully and mindfully to maximize its benefits while addressing potential challenges. （word: 217）
听力文字稿及答案
1. W: How much is the ticket for the musical
M: It’s 50 dollars for the general public, but since you are a student, you can get 30% off.
Q: How much will the woman pay for the musical
2. M: Hey Linda, how have you been lately I haven't seen you in class for a few days.
W: Hi Mr. Smith, thanks for concerning. I was sick last week, but luckily my landlord and roommate took care of me.
Q: What is the possible relationship between the two speakers
3. M: Could you please explain what happened, ma'am
W: Well, I was walking home last night when I noticed someone following me. I turned into an alley, but they grabbed
my purse and ran off.
Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place
4. M: How do you feel about children being exposed to social media
W: It should be limited. Parents really need to be a role model for their children and put boundaries in place for
themselves as well.
Q: What does the woman imply
5. M: Hello, may I schedule a meeting with Dr. Smith in his office on 16 August
W: Let me check his schedule. Unfortunately, he will be out of town on the previous day, and won't be back until the
evening of 18 August.
Q: When will Dr. Smith be available to meet the man
6. W: So Jeremy, you’ve been back to Canada with your baby. How was that experience
M: Well, until you fly with a toddler, you really never get to appreciate all of those times that you flew across the ocean,
you know, watching movies or just sleeping on the flight.
Q: What does the man imply
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7. W: Rob, it's good to see you keeping up with fashion by wearing the high-visibility jacket – although it is a bit dazzling.
M: I'm no fashion victim. This jacket is for safety. I wear it when I'm cycling around London.
Q: Why does Rob wear the jacket
8. M: The message must be kept completely confidential. You must ensure that Mary does not disclose the secret.
W: Her lips are sealed. She will never let slip what she knows.
Q: What does the woman say about Mary
9. W: I heard you put an advertisement in our school newspaper.
M: Yes. Since John quit school to start his own business, I have to find someone to split the accommodation fee.
Q: What was the advertisement about
10.W: I am desperate to go to the Universal Studios for the coming holiday. My cousin spoke highly of it.
M: Have you forgotten your final exams
Q: What does the man mean
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
An Italian project on the social media is aiming to bring attention to women who do not look like usual fashion models.
Carlotta started L’Imperfetta modeling agency in 2020. The name means "imperfect" in the Italian language. And the agency
aims to redefine ideas about beauty in Italy.
The agency works with models who are unusual for the industry in many ways. The models are of all sizes and ages.
Some of the models have disabilities. Others have medical conditions — like alopecia, which causes hair loss. Still others
have scars where they have been injured or have skin discolorations.
Sonia is one of the models. The 28-year-old from Sicily has a condition called hyperpigmentation or unusual skin
coloring. It results in dark spots on her face and body. She said that she often hears people talk in public about her
appearance. She has heard some parents tell their children that she is from the circus. Before, she tried to hide her condition.
Now, she does not. She considers her appearance beautiful.
She said, “I changed things so that my weakness, or how I perceived a weakness, became my source of strength — my
distinctiveness.”
This is the first such agency in Italy. Giancane, the founder of the company, said: “I feel like a revolutionary because I
realize that around me all this did not exist before L’Imperfetta.”
11. What is the main idea of the passage
12. What is Sonia’s special condition
13. How does the modelling work change Sonia
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Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
The damaging pollution caused by driving petrol vehicles is increasingly posing a threat to human beings. The solution
for a cleaner and greener future could be electric vehicles. But how optimistic should we be
The road to global traffic being totally electric is still a long way off. Currently, battery life is an issue — a fully
charged battery won’t take you as far as a full tank of petrol. There are also limited numbers of charging point to plug an
electric vehicle into.
Of course, technology is always improving. Some of the biggest tech companies, like Google and Tesla, are spending
huge amounts of money developing electric cars. The big leap forward will come with solid state batteries, which will
appear first in mobile phones and laptops before they progress to cars. These will charge more quickly and give cars a
bigger range.
Cost is another issue that may discourage people from switching to electric power. But some countries offer special
policies, such as cutting prices by reducing import taxes, and not charging for road tax and parking.
But Colin Herron warns that “electric motoring” doesn’t mean a zero-carbon future. “it’s emission-free motoring, but
the car has to be built, the battery has to be built, and the electricity does come from somewhere.” Maybe it’s time to think
about making fewer journeys or using public transport.
Questions:
14. According to the passage, what do we know about electric vehicles
15. What does Colin Herron think of electric motoring
16. What’s the passage mainly about
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
W: Hello, Sir. I am Jessica Jones with the Family Channel. Our TV station is thinking of adjusting our programs. And I’d
like to take a couple of minutes of your time.
M: Sure.
W: So do you usually watch our TV channel
M: Well. My wife is a big fan of your channel and she almost watches your programs every day. As for me, I should say two
or three times a week.
W: And what’s your favourite program Many of our programs are well received. You know, many gentlemen find our
Family Budget Show very interesting.
M: I like that too. And I should admit that you Weekly Education Show most grabs my attention. After all, I have two kids
at home. And my wife is crazy about your Fashion Broadway. She never misses one show.
W: Yeah, Fashion Broadway is a hot program with the highest viewing rate among all the programs. Well, do you have any
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suggestions for our programs
M: I should say most of your programs are produced well with positive thinking. But still there are some which are rubbish.
For example, that program I saw the other day had two hosts make fun of each other throughout the entire show time. How
negative such a show is! I think you should cut it off.
W: What’s the name of the program Mind my asking
M: It’s City Updates, broadcast every Wednesday.
W: I am afraid City Updates is not broadcast on Wednesday but the day before. I guess you meant Dining Country, which is
broadcast every Friday.
M: Not on Wednesday I am definitely sure it’s on Wednesday at around 8 p.m. with those two silly hosts.
W: Oh, I see. You are talking about Life Beats, broadcast every Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30.
M: All right.
W: I have noted your advice down and that’s all we want. Thank you very much sir and your opinions are greatly valued by
us.
(Now listen again please)
Questions:
17. Which program does the man like best
18. What suggestion does the man give about the programs
19. On what day is City Updates broadcast
20. What is the conversation mainly about
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