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长春市2024届高三质量监测（三）
英语
本试卷共12页。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
注意事项：
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2. 选择题必须使用2B铅笔填涂；非选择题必须使用0. 5毫米黑色字迹的签字笔书写，字体工整、笔迹清楚。
3、请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。
4. 作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。
5. 保持卡面清洁，不要折叠，不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。
第一部分听力（1~20小题）在笔试结束后进行。
第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2. 5分，满分37. 5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Green Line Performing Arts Center
Upcoming Programs:
First Monday Jazz Series: Crosswind
Monday Feb 4 | 7-9 pm
First Monday Jazz is a free monthly event showcasing local Chicago jazz artists.
Green Light Series: South Side Story Time
Sunday Feb 17 |10-11 am
Bring your kids to listen, learn, sing, dance, and interact！ South Side Story Time is a small gathering that centres on readings for its young attendees along with the chance for their parents to socialize. Open to families with children of all ages.
Sistergirls and Freedom Fighters: Stories in Celebration of Women’s Power and Grace
Wednesday Feb 20 |7-8 pm
Join us for an evening of storytelling featuring the dynamic singing， In the Spirit by Emily
Hooper Lansana. This performance will highlight a range of stories that demonstrate women's creative and political genius from folk heroines to Nobel Peace Prize winners.
Family Saturdays: Art together
Every 1st Saturday of the Month | 3-5 pm
Explore your child's artistic curiosity with hands-on art workshops designed to stimulate creativity and play. These interdisciplinary workshops are exciting for the entire family, offering activities from music to arts and e to learn something new! Appropriate for families with children. Registration is encouraged.
Follow Arts + Public Life on Facebook for more event details and a ful list of all upcoming performances.
21. When can people enjoy jazz in February
A. At 8 pm every first Monday. B. At 4 pm every other Saturday.
C. At 7 pm every first Wednesday. D. At 9 pm every other Monday.
22. What do we know about Sistergirls and Freedom Fighters
A. It lasts two hours. B. It is organized by Emily.
C. It is a prize-winning performance. D. It celebrates women's achievements.
23. What do Green Light Series and Family Saturdays have in common
A. Activity types. B. Event frequency.
C. Target participants. D. Registration requirements.
B
I was the only kid in college with a reason to go to the mail box, because my mother never believed in email, or cell phones in general. I was literally waiting to get a letter to see how the weekend had gone, which was usually the warmest comfort for me.
So when I moved to New York and got sucker-punched in the face by depression, I did the only thing I could think of — writing letters like my mother for strangers. I blogged about those letters and crazily promised I would write a hand-written letter to whoever asked me to.
Overnight, my inbox became this harbor of heartbreak-a single mother in Sacramento, a girl being bullied （恐吓） in rural Kansas. . , all asking me to write them a letter and give them a reason to wait by the mailbox. And this is how the act The World Needs More Love Letters was born, fueled by those trips to the mailbox. But the thing about these letters is that most of them have been written by people, who have grown up into a paperless world where some best conversations happen swiftly on a screen.
I've been carrying this mail crate （大木箱） with me these days, which is a magical icebreaker. So I get to tell total strangers about a woman whose husband was traumatized （受精神创伤） from war in Afghanistan, and how she left love letters throughout the house as a way to say, "Come back to me. " And the man, who had decided to take his life, tonight slept safely with letters just beneath his pillow, handwritten by strangers who were there for him.
These are the kinds of stories that convince me that letter-writing will always be needed, even in these days, because it is an art now, all of it: the signing, the scripting, and the mailing.
24. What can we learn from the first paragraph
A. The author didn't believe in e-mail.
B. Mom had been cheated by letters from strangers.
C. Communicating by writing letters was Mom's favorite.
D. The author was attached to receiving letters from Mom.
25. What inspired the author to launch the act
A. The letters' comforting effect on people.
B. Her intention of providing professional aid.
C. The positive influence of modern technology.
D. Her mother's fear of modern communication.
26. Why does the author call the mail crate "a magical icebreaker"
A. It melts ice easily on a cold day.
B. It serves as a tool for magic tricks.
C. It encourages people to recover from traumas.
D. It helps to start a conversation with passers-by.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Passion for Writing. B. Priceless Family Letters.
C. Love Letters to Strangers. D. The Art of Writing Letters.
C
Nanako Hama gets a lot of mail, mostly from strangers who live in her home city of Tokyo. In light envelopes, they send locks of their hair, hoping to recycle it.
People generate a huge amount of hair waste. Nearly all of that waste ends up in landfill, where it can release harmful greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.
But hair possesses useful qualities and it's a shame to simply throw it away. That's why people all around the world, like Hama, have been collecting hair and finding innovative ways to recycle it, including making mats （垫子） out of it for removing oil leaks,
Hama is part of the nonprofit Matter of Trust （MoT） members working at more than 60 centers dotted across 17 countries, using machines to make hair donated from local salons and individuals into square mats, which are then used to clean up the floating oil.
"Hair is particularly well-suited for this, " says MoT co-founder Lisa Gautier, "That's because its rough sort of outer layer lets oil stick to it. " MoT's mats have been used in major oil leaks, including the 2010 Deepwater Horizon and 2007 Cosco Busan incidents.
In a 2018 study, Murray, an environmental scientist at the University of Technology Sydney, in Australia found that mats made of recycled human hair could absorb 0. 84 grams of oil onto its surface for every gram of hair — significantly more than polypropylene （聚丙烯）， a type of plastic that's typically used to clean up floating oil.
Besides, hair is also useful as fertilizer （化肥）. Hair contains a relatively high nitrogen （氪）， a chemical element crucial for plant growth, and each lock of hair is made of roughly 16 percent of this essential nutrient. Last year, more than 560 gallons of liquid fertilizer made from human hair was sold to farmers in northern Tanzania and the feedback from the farmers has been very encouraging.
"It's just a great way to use hair in a productive way. Hair is an answer literally hanging in front of our eyes-for oil and soil, " Hama says.
28. What can the mat made of human hair do
A. Clear the sea of oil. B. Improve soil.
C. Take in harmful gas. D. Prevent oil leaks.
29. Which qualities of hair contribute to its innovative use
A. Its color and strength. B. Its length and amount
C. Its structure and component. D. Its weight and flexibility.
30. What's the author's purpose of presenting the 2018 study
A. To state a fact. B. To support a point.
C. To make a comparison. D. To clarify a concept.
31. What is Hama's attitude towards the future of hair waste as fertilizer
A. Unclear. B. Optimistic. C. Doubtful. D. Negative.
D
German physicist Albert Einstein is one of the most famous scientists of all time, the personification of genius and the subject of a whole industry of scholarship. In The Einsteinian Revolution, two experts on Einstein's life and his theory of relativity -Israeli physicist Hanoch Gutfreund and German historian of science Jürgen Renn — offer an original and penetrating （犀利的） analysis of Einstein's revolutionary contributions to physics and our view of the physical world.
By setting Einstein's work in the long course of the evolution of scientific knowledge, Gutfreund and Renn discover the popular myth （谬论） of Einstein as an unconventional scientific genius who single-handedly created modern physics-and by pure thought alone.
As a large part of the book explains, Einstein typically argued that science progresses through steady evolution, not through revolutionary breaks with the past. He saw his theory of relativity not as something from scratch, but a natural extension of the classical physics developed by pioneers such as Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei and English physicist Isaac Newton in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, as well as nineteenth-century physicists.
The authors highlight how classical physics cannot be separated cleanly from modern Einsteinian physics. The book also includes substantial sections on Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus and Galileo whose methods inspired Einstein. When Einstein considered himself as standing on their shoulders, he meant that, without their contributions, he would not have formulated （阐述） the theory of relativity.
The Einsteinian Revolution is an important and thought-provoking （引人深思的） contribution to the scholarly literature on Einstein and his surprising scientific creativity between 1905 and 1925. Gutfreund and Renn might not have given the final answer as to why Einstein, of all people, revolutionized physics in the way that he did. But they argue in fascinating detail that, to understand his genius, one must take into account not just the earlier history of physics but also the history of knowledge more broadly. Although not always an easy read, the book will interest physicists and historians alike.
32. According to the popular view, how did Einstein create his theory
A. By generating ideas on his own.
B. By standing on giants' shoulders.
C. By carrying out experiments.
D. By cooperating with other physicists.
33. What do the underlined words "from scratch" in paragraph 3 mean
A. With previous knowledge. B. From the very beginning.
C. From learning from others. D. Up to a certain standard.
34. What does the author want to say by mentioning the famous physicists
A. Their ideas were rejected by Einstein.
B. Their devotion to physics impressed Einstein.
C. Their research contributed to Einstein's success.
D. Their hard work deserved the worldwide respect.
35. What will the author of the text say about the book
A. It opens a door to physics for beginners.
B. It gives a brief glimpse of Einstein's legendary life.
C. It bridges the gap between readers and the greatest minds.
D. It offers a wider perspective to understand Einstein's genius.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为多余选项。
Problem solving skills are increasingly valuable in the workplace — and could help you achieve more in your personal life too. Here's how to enhance your strategy.
Develop analytical thinking
The key to effective problem-solving is the ability to break down complex issues into smaller, more manageable components. 36 , This involves systematically deconstructing a problem, understanding its differences and identifying the relationships between its various elements. Begin by clearly defining the problem at hand, identifying its key components and recognizing the interconnections between them.
Promote creativity
37 . To develop creativity, you must engage in activities that can stimulate your imagination and form new ideas. Additionally, exposing yourself to different fields, experiences and cultures can serve as a source of creative problem-solving.
Strengthen communication skills
Clear and brief communication is the key to effective problem-solving, acting as the bridge that connects diverse perspectives and adjusts individuals toward a common goal. Good communication begins with the art of expression. This needs choosing the right words and structuring information logically. Active listening, on the other hand, is the skill of receiving information with focus. 38
Lean from mistakes
Mistakes are not failures but a good way to success. Each mistake will give you a chance to think and learn. 39 . Use this knowledge to inform your future problem-solving efforts. It not only accelerates the learning process but also encourages collective problem-solving skills.
40
The journey to becoming an expert problem solver is an ongoing process of growth and improvement. Seeking continuous learning opportunities ensures that you stay ahead of changing challenges and acquire the necessary skills. Furthermore, networking with professionals in your field provides a good way of shared learning.
A. Stay well informed
B. Seek continuous learning
C. Improving it requires a structured approach
D. Out-of-the-box thinking is essential for problem-solving
E. These will make sure your message is easy to understand
F. Analyze what goes wrong and identify areas for improvement
G. It involves not just hearing words but understanding the differences
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。
It was a clear night. Finally came the big game and the boys were 41 and excited. My son Andy's baseball team, less experienced than other teams, 42 made it to this championship game. The final drew wide attention and the atmosphere was 43 . The other team's slugger （强击手）， a big kid, was like a snake, dangerous and ready to 44 .
Our team had a perfect start, and the scoring moment was repeatedly shown on a huge screen. However, looking out Andy's way, I was shocked to see Andy looking straight up at the 45 ! Obviously he wasn't 46 on the game. I was horrified that he wouldn't even know the ball was coming.
"Come on, Andy. 47 out there, " I said to myself.
Thank goodness, the big kid in the other team made a mistake. Our team had been 48 , and we still led by one run.
Andy ran up to me at the 49 . I was about to 50 him when he said loudly, "Did you see that shooting star "
Andy's eyes were glowing（发光） with 51 I paused.
"Yes, " I said. "Well, one inning （局） to go. Hit a home run （全垒打）！"
"Okay!" said Andy, and he ran back to his 52 .
I suddenly realized it was nice that my son would take time out to appreciate the 53 and beauty in life. You might be surprised by the beauty you can find at the least 54 moment.
Andy hit a triple （三垒打） in that last inning. But I still wish I had 55 that shooting star, too.
41. A. nervous B. scared C. curious D. ashamed
42. A. undoubtedly B. unexpectedly C. unavoidably D. unacceptably
43. A. electric B. friendly C. casual D. relaxing
44. A. flee B. hide C. feed D. strike
45. A. audience B. screen C. sky D. ball
46. A. relying B. focusing C. commenting D. reflecting
47. A. Fall down B. Calm down C. Wake up D. Stand up
48. A. replaced B. punished C. warned D. spared
49. A. meeting B. break C. corner D. entrance
50. A. blame B. comfort C. entertain D. tease
51. A. anger B. relief C. delight D. regret
52. A. teammates B. fans C. parents D. stars
53. A. truth B. kindness C. routine D. wonder
54. A. difficult B. likely C. precious D. important
55. A. recorded B. filmed C. seen D. followed
第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The lantern fair in Zigong, Southwest China's Sichuan province, boasts （拥有） a history of more than 1, 000 years. To mark the Year of the Dragon, many of the lanterns at the show feature the Chinese sign of the zodiac （生肖）， but there are also 56 wide variety of other lantern designs to meet different needs. Visitors 57 prefer traditional lanterns can find lanterns with flowers and birds, and legendary figures, while lanterns with modern patterns such as cultural trends and online games are gaining 58 （popular）among young people.
So far, modern technologies such as 3D printing and artificial intelligence 59 （use）to make the lanterns nicer and more vivid. The lantern show is also accepting the concept of 60 （environment）protection. A set of lanterns 61 （recreate）the famous Chinese statue "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow" from the Eastern Han Dynasty （25-220 AD） was created by using 21 different kinds of waste materials, including 62 （tire）, and plastics to form its outside decorations.
This year's show will run until July 30. The sets of lanterns will be updated 63 （keep）up with the coming two traditional Chinese festivals-the Qingming Festival 64 the Dragon Boat Festival. Visitors can also enjoy folk arts, and Chinese music performances during 65 （they）lantern-viewing tours.
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
学校英文报组织同学们分享你校刚刚举办的文化节活动，请你以此为主题写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1. 活动介绍；
2. 你的体验和感受。
注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Our Culture Festival on Campus
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。
Michael saw the trouble coming. There standing in the hallway was Frank, the boy who enjoyed making fun of anyone at any given moment. Frank was tall and strong, so few of his victims stood up to him. Michael hated the idea that Frank always got away with his wrongdoing. Yet like most kids who were picked on, he just took it quietly and waited for the unpleasant to pass.
Frank walked up, his eyes locked on the books in Michael's arms. When they met, Frank stopped unexpectedly, "Hey, let me see those books!" Some students watched as Michael held out the books he was carrying, trying not to give away his nervousness.
Frank took a book, looked inside for a second, and then threw the book at Michael, who dropped all the other books. "Hey, those are school property, " Frank barked, "Be careful!" Then he walked away, laughing loudly.
Michael, his cheeks turning red, half kicked the fallen books. Suddenly a hand picked up one book. "You look like you could use an ally （盟友），" a friendly voice said.
It was Ramon, the most athletic boy in the high school. Michael couldn't believe Ramon was stopping to help him as they barely spoke.
"Thanks, " Michael sighed with relief, "It's confusing. I don't know what his problems are. "
"Well, as I see it, " Ramon said, "you need to find a way to end this. " Michael nodded, stuck for what to say. Ramon continued, "You know my grandmother used to tell me whenever I had a problem with someone. She'd say, "You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar （醋）. ' "
Looking puzzled, Michael asked, "What does that mean "
"It means kindness may be more effective than anger, " Ramon explained.
"Can you just tell Frank to stop picking on me " Michael suggested.
"That's vinegar, " Ramon laughed as he walked away. "Try honey instead. "
Ramon's words left Michael thinking.
The next school day brought Michael's usual pain. There stood Frank, and Michael knew it would be just seconds before he had to face him in the middle of the hall. Frank came nearer.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Then, suddenly, the unexpected happened.
Michael bent down and quickly picked up Frank's books on the floor.
英语听力
注意事项：英语听力共两节，共20小题，每小题1. 5分，满分30分。
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题：每小题1. 5分，满分7. 5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出
最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例： How much is the shirt
A. 19. 15. B. 9. 18. C. 9. 15.
答案是C。
1. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Strangers.
B. Schoolmates.
C. Roommates.
2. What will the speakers do next
A. Go to the supermarket.
B. Drive home.
C. Make a list.
3. What is the man doing
A. Riding a bike.
B. Driving a car.
C. Checking a motorbike.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a cleaner's room.
B. In a bookshop.
C. In a school.
5. How many times was Philip told his dinner was ready
A. Three.
B. Two.
C. One.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What has the weather been like recently
A. Cloudy.
B. Rainy.
C. Sunny.
7. What is the man's advice for the woman
A. Buying a new phone.
B. Taking an umbrella.
C. Traveling by car.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What happened to the woman's story
A. It was copied.
B. It was lost.
C. It was stolen.
9. Why is the woman advised to eat something
A. To avoid her misfortune.
B. To cheer herself up.
C. To kill her time.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. When will the man graduate
A. This week.
B. In a year.
C. In three months.
11. What does the woman suggest the man do before graduation
A. Borrow some money.
B. Get a part-time job.
C. Keep studying
12. What has the woman started doing
A. Looking for full-time jobs.
B. Working as a teacher.
C. Applying for jobs.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the man doing
A. Preparing for a meeting.
B. Exercising.
C. Cooking.
14. How does the woman sound at the man's weight loss
A. Serious.
B. Surprised.
C. Happy.
15. How does the man get to work now
A. By train.
B. By bus.
C. By bike.
16. What will the man do to help the woman
A. Make salads for her.
B. Go jogging with her.
C. Lend a book to her.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. His feeling after receiving an award.
B. His experience about traveling around.
C. His preference for different music types.
18. Where is the speaker from
A. Ireland.
B. Scotland.
C. England.
19. What did the speaker most recently announce to the public
A. A single song.
B. A three-song collection. C. A twelve-song collection.
20. Who will speak next
A. A young musician.
B. One fan of the speaker's. C. The host of the ceremony.长春市2024届高三质量监测（三）
英语试题评分参考
第一部分 听力
第一节
B 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. A
第二节
A 7. B 8. B 9. B 10. C
B 12. A 13. C 14. B 15. C
C 17. A 18. C 19. A 20. C
第二部分 阅读
第一节
A 22. D 23. C 24. D 25. A
D 27. C 28. A 29. C 30. B
B 32. A 33. B 34. C 35. D
第二节
C 37. D 38. G 39. F 40. B
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
A 42. B 43. A 44. D 45. C
B 47. C 48. D 49. B 50. A
C 52. A 53. D 54. B 55. C
第二节
56. a 57. who/that 58. popularity 59. have been used 60. environmental
61. recreating 62. tires 63. to keep 64. and 65. their
第四部分 写作
第一节
Possible version:
Our culture festival was a huge success! The event was held last weekend and featured a variety of cultural activities, including singing, dancing, and traditional food tasting.
As a participant, I had the opportunity to experience many different cultures throughout the world. I was able to try different kinds of food and learn about the customs and traditions associated with them. I also enjoyed watching my classmates perform traditional dances and songs, which helped me appreciate the beauty and diversity of our world.
Overall, the culture festival was a wonderful opportunity for students to come together and celebrate our differences. I look forward to next year’s festival!
第二节
Possible version 1:
Then, suddenly, the unexpected happened. Just as Michael looked nervously, and right in the sight of everyone watching, Frank somehow tripped over something. Down he fell onto the ground, sending all his books flying and spreading out on the floor. Time standing still, everyone was taken aback by the sudden occurrence. Although Michael was just as shocked, his mind was racing — It was in a split second that Ramon’s Grandma’s words popped into his mind, “You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar.” He knew what to do. Barely had Frank gotten up with loads of embarrassment when Michael went up.
Michael bent down and quickly picked up Frank’s books on the floor. After offering them to him, Michael said with a smile, “You look like you could use an ally.” Now, it was Frank’s turn to be numbed there with burning cheeks, as Michael’s response was way out of his expectations. He quickly took his books, muttered in a low voice, “Uh, thanks” and fled the scene. Out of the corner of his eye, Michael caught Ramon approaching with a knowing smile and a thumbs-up. “My grandma would be proud of you,” Ramon remarked. “Well, I guess that’s just honey,” Michael grinned. “And I hope it sticks.”
Possible version 2:
Then, suddenly, the unexpected happened. Frank tripped over his own shoe laces and fell to the ground, scattering his own books everywhere. The other students laughed as Frank struggled to pick himself up, his face turning red with embarrassment. Michael couldn’t believe his luck. For once, the tables had turned and he had the upper hand. He could have laughed and made fun of Frank, but he suddenly called up what Ramon said the other day. “You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. Maybe kindness is more effective than anger when dealing with people like Frank.” Michael told himself.
Michael bent down and quickly picked up Frank’s books on the floor. As he handed them back, he noticed that Frank seemed different. There was a sense of gratitude in his eyes instead of the usual hostility. “Thanks,” Frank muttered quietly, avoiding eye contact. Michael nodded and walked away, feeling a sense of satisfaction. He had finally found a way to deal with his bully. From that day on, Frank never bothered him again. Michael had learned a valuable lesson — kindness and compassion can go a long way in resolving conflicts. He had caught more flies with honey than with vinegar.
听力原文
Text 1
W: Have you found a roommate to share your apartment
M: Not yet.
W: I heard Kevin is looking for an apartment near our school.
M: Thanks. I’ll talk to him. (1)
Text 2
M: Before leaving the supermarket, make sure you’ve got everything you want.
W: Yes, I have bought all the things on the shopping list.
M: Great! Wait for me to get the car. We can go home now. (2)
Text 3
W: Oh, you look not skilled on that thing. Do you think it was wise of us to hire bicycles
M: Don’t worry. I passed my test on a motorbike.
W: But it was years ago. You’ve been driving all the time and never ride a bike. (3)
Text 4
M: These books belong to school, but now they are ruined by you.
W: I’m sorry, Mr. Mason. I suppose the man at the shop didn’t pack my food properly before I put them in my schoolbag.
M: You should have checked them then. Now just send for the cleaner. (4)
Text 5
M: Why didn’t someone say my dinner was ready It’s almost gone cold.
W: Philip, I told you it was ready before you went upstairs. Then I sent your sister to tell you, and also Dad shouted up to you five minutes ago. (5)
Text 6
W: I wonder if I’ll need my umbrella today. (7)
M: Yeah, it doesn’t look very nice out there, does it
W: True. But it’s been cloudy like this for days, yet it’s stayed dry. (6)
M: What does the weather report say
W: Not much. I asked my phone’s virtual assistant, but it just said, “It may rain today. There’s a 51% chance at 10:00 a.m.”
M: Very helpful!
W: I know! It might as well say, “Your guess is as good as mine!”
M: Ha-ha! You’d better take one anyway. Better to be prepared. (7)
W: Good point. And I guess I can take my travel umbrella. It’s small.
Text 7
W: I can’t believe it. I’ve lost my whole story. (8)
M: What’s happened
W: All of a sudden, my screen went black. When it came back on, there was nothing there. I spent all morning writing that story. (8)
M: Did you save it as you went along
W: I thought I did, but the computer saves things itself, doesn’t it
M: I don’t trust that. Have a look to see if there’s a copy on your back-up.
W: There’s nothing there. I checked.
M: Oh dear.
W: Well, that’s it. A whole morning has been wasted. I’ll just have to do the whole thing again.
M: How annoying! It has happened to me e on. Let’s go to lunch. You might feel better after eating something. (9)
W: OK. I have no better choice. (9)
Text 8
M: I really do need some money. I never seem to have anything these days.
W: Have you ever thought about getting a job (11)
M: Not until my graduation. But I’ll have to wait for three months. (10) (11) I need money this week. (11)
W: Maybe some kind of part-time job (11) Before that, you could borrow something, but I wouldn’t advise that.
M: I suppose you’re right. I should look for a part-time job.
W: I’ve already begun looking for full-time jobs. (12)
M: Maybe I should be doing that as well. Have you been invited for any interviews
W: I haven’t actually applied anywhere yet. I’ve just looked at what kind of job is being offered.
M: What are you thinking of doing
W: I’d like to be a translator. But maybe a teacher if I fail that. How about you
M: For my career, I want to do engineering.
Text 9
W: That smells good. What are you making (13)
M: My breakfast for tomorrow. (13)
W: But it’s almost dinner time!
M: Well, I’ve got a very early start tomorrow morning.
W: What are you going to do
M: I’ve got a meeting at my company’s head office. If I don’t prepare, I know I’ll end up eating something unhealthy at the train station. I’ve also made a salad to take with me for lunch.
W: Wow, I’ve never known you to be this organized! You’re very serious about losing weight, aren’t you
M: I am. And I’m happy to say it’s working!
W: Oh, really
M: Yes, I’ve lost six kilos since I started at the beginning of the year. I weighed 95 kilos when I started in January. (14)
W: That’s amazing…and in only four months! (14) Have you been exercising too
M: Yes. I used to take the bus to work, and now I ride a bike instead. (15)
W: That’s really great. Maybe I should try to learn from you!
M: You don’t need to lose any weight!
W: I may be slim, but I eat way too much junk food. And I drive everywhere, even when it would be easy to walk.
M: Well, I can lend you the book that inspired me. (16)
W: That would be great! Thanks.
Text 10（第17题为总结题）
Honestly, I can’t believe my dream has come true. As a young man, I have always been imagining moving to Los Angeles one day and putting my whole heart into music. Of course, at the time, this seemed like a very distant hope. But thanks to my fans, supporters and wife, I’m here today. First, I released three twelve-song records, which slowly gained attention around my hometown in Northern England and some nearby regions like Scotland and Ireland. (18) And now, my latest project, which was just a single song, caught the world’s attention. (19) For that, I’d say it only happened because I refused to give up. Through the ups and downs in my career, I did it all for the love of music. So, being recognized for this award means a lot to me.
To all the young musicians out there, you can do it too. Plus, to all the fans and anyone enjoying my music, I’ve done this for you. This award is for all of us — may many more great things come in the future. Now, put your hands together for our host, Bob Ackerman, with the next award. (20)

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