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邯郸市 2024 届高三年级保温试题
英 语 2024.05
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的考生号、姓名、考点学校、考场号及座位号填写在答题卡上。
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3. 考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题 卡上。
第一节 （共 5 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 7.5 分）
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A 、B 、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。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. How does the man usually handle the old magazines
A. Sell them. B. Throw them away. C. Donate them.
2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Boss and secretary. C. Interviewer and interviewee.
3. When did the woman’s brother set off for New York
A. Last Thursday. B. A week ago. C. Last Friday.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a restaurant. B. In a post office. C. In a market.
5. What does the woman think of Charlotte’s Web
A. Easy. B. Childish. C. Informative.
第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A 、B 、C 三个选项中选出 最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题， 每小题 5 秒钟； 听完后，各小题将给 出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. What will the woman do for her next trip
A. Join a group trip. B. Make a plan herself. C. Find a partner.
7. How does the woman save time during travelling
A. By asking her parents.
B. By following guidebooks.
C. By turning to the locals for help.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Why will Lucy meet Mr. Brown
A. To discuss her paper.
B. To talk about the lecture.
C. To fetch her mobile phone.
9. When will the speakers probably meet
A. This evening. B. Tomorrow afternoon. C. Tomorrow evening.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. What is tonight’s gallery about
A. Photography. B. Landscape. C. Watercolor.
11. How does the man find the gallery
A. Uninteresting. B. Funny. C. Puzzling.
12. What does the woman say about herself
A. She is good at art.
B. She is a lover of landscape.
C. She is abig fan ofwatercolor.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What did the man do last weekend
A. He did sports. B. He went to a cafe. C. He worked overtime.
14. Where are the speakers now
A. In France. B. In England. C. In America.
15. What sport will the speakers do this weekend
A. Mountain climbing. B. Badminton. C. Basketball.
16. Who is the woman
A. The man’s boss. B. The man’s teacher. C. The man’s friend.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What TV channel is Jimmy Kimmel Live on
A. NBC. B. ABC. C. TBS.
18. When did Jimmy Kimmel become especially famous
A. After he hosted the Oscars.
B. When he cried athis show.
C. After Donald Trump became president.
19. On talk shows, what usually comes right after the opening speech
A. An interview. B. A musical performance. C. A comedy performance.
20. What did Jimmy Kimmel do before hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live
A. He taught in a drama school.
B. He worked at a radio station.
C. He went to school in Los Angeles.
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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
For an original driving privilege, the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) will test your vision, driving knowledge, and driving skills.
Vision Test
DMV will test your eyesight to confirm you can see well enough to drive safely. There is no fee for taking the vision test.
Knowledge Test
The test includes questions about road signs, traffic laws, and other information a driver needs to know. It has 35 multiple-choice questions. You must answer 28 questions correctly to receive a passing score. The fee for taking this test is $5.
Rules and Guidelines for Knowledge Test
Only those being tested and authorized translators are allowed in the testing area.
Knowledge testis given on a touch-screen monitor. The testis available in several languages, with or without audio assistance. You may bring your earbuds or headphones for the test.
If it is determined that you are cheating, you will not be allowed to test again for 90 days. The following is considered cheating: talking, writing or note taking, cell phone use, operation of any electronic devices, or allowing someone else to take a test for you.
Drive Test
During the drive test, you will demonstrate your driving skills and knowledge of traffic rules, highway signs, and signals. The examiner will sit in the front seat and give you directions. The fee for taking this test is $9.
Rules and Guidelines for Drive Test
Only you and the examiner are allowed in the vehicle during a drive test. Translators, family, friends, or pets are not allowed.
Turnoff any electronic devices in your vehicle, including the radio and your cellphone.
If you fail the drive test, you must wait until the next business day before retaking the test.
21. Which of the following will result in failing the knowledge test A. Taking notes during the test.
B. Operating a touch-screen monitor.
C. Using your earbuds or headphones.
D. Getting 5 multiple-choice questions wrong. 22. What should a drive test examinee do
A. Follow the directions of the electronic device.
B. Allow authorized translators in the vehicle. C. Take the test again the next working day.
D. Prepay 5 dollars for taking the test.
23. Where can the text be found
A. In a driving guidebook. B. In a research paper.
C. In a travel magazine. D. On a science website.
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B
Every year, my children participate in their school’s Spirit Week. Each day has a certain theme: Monday might be Pajama Day, Tuesday Crazy Hair Day, and Wednesday Dress as Your Favorite Fictional Character Day. On that Monday, my kids are bursting with excitement about picking out their outfits. On Tuesday, the enthusiasm is lower, but they are still game. By Thursday, they can no longer be bothered.
What is thrilling on Monday becomes boring by Friday. That’s because our brains have a basic feature that governs every neuron(神经元) in it, something called habituation, which is our tendency to respond less and less to things that are the same. You enter a bakery, and after about 20 minutes, you no longer notice the smell of warm cookies. Just as you get used to the scent of baked goods, you also get used to a flash of love, newfound wealth—and the thrill of going to school in costume.
So even exciting events lose their sparkle (活力) after a while. But there is away to make the good stuff “resparkle”: Cut the good experiences into bits. For example, think of a song you like. Do you think you’d enjoy it more if you listened to it continuously or with short interruptions When surveyed, 99 percent of people said they would want to avoid interruptions. Yet,researchhas found that people enjoyed a song more with breaks and were willing to pay more to hear the music in concert. Breaks reduce habituation, making the initial joys last a little longer.
Don’t think thrills will always feel thrilling.
Do cutup the good stuff. To decrease habituation, insert short breaks into pleasant experiences. Instead of having a “spirit week,” schools could have five “spirit days” scattered (分散) throughout the year. Instead of taking a two-week vacation, you might try going on several mini-breaks. To paraphrase the economist Tibor Scitovsky: Pleasure results from incomplete and intermittent satisfaction of desires.
24. What do we know about the Spirit Week
A. It holds the children’s excitement consistently. B. It consists of five different themed days.
C. It always begins with Pajama Day.
D. It is aweekly school event.
25. What does the underlined word “habituation” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Repetition. B. Reduction. C. Addiction. D. Adaptation.
26. Hearing the music in concert serves as an example to .
A. stress the initial joys that music brings to us B. compare different ways of enjoying music C. prove nobody likes to be interrupted
D. demonstrate the “resparkling” idea
27. What does the author advise doing with regard to the Spirit Week
A. Making it last longer. B. Giving it up.
C. Celebrating it discontinuously. D. Changing its themes.
C
Nature is violent. In a world where only the fittest survive, animals must engage in deadly battles to pass their selfish genes to the next generation. But there’s a wrinkle in this tale of teeth and claws. Sometimes, it’s the kindest that survive.
The truth is, the evolutionary (进化的) scales don’t operate on a purely individual basis. Families that are kind to each other have an evolutionary advantage. Unrelated groups that are kind to each other also fare better. A group of individuals who work together can easily outcompete a group of individuals who care only for themselves. And, when we cooperate, something magical happens—we become more than the sumofour parts.
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Cases of animals performing selfless acts suggest that kindness isn’t unique to humans. A famous example took place in 1996, when a three-year-old boyslid over the railings, rolling into a gorilla enclosure (围场). But in an incredible act of animal kindness, Binti, a gorilla, twisted her arm around the boy’s waist and led him to safety. Kindness makes us feel good, even when no one is looking, and this is the secret to humanity’s success. When it comes to kindness, you get back almost as much as you put in, with every selfless action making you happier and healthier than before. But whether you do a favour because you want something in return, or out of the goodness of your heart, you can’t help but receive the rewards. Your heart rate slows down, feel-good chemicals flood your system, and your outlook on the world starts to change. Being kind is more than just a gift to those around you—it changes your internal chemistry, making you happier and healthier from the inside out. Research shows that counting kindnesses is a simple way to get more happiness out of your day. Just
bringing attention to kindness in your life can instantly improve your mood. When we feel happy, we are more likely to be kind. And, when we are kind, we are more likely to have positive social interactions. This strengthens our social connections, which makes us happy, and the upward cycle continues.
28.Who will have the biggest survival advantage
A. The fittest individuals. B. The selfish individuals.
C. The cooperative groups. D. The evolutionary groups. 29.Why does the author mention “Binti” in paragraph 2
A. To clarify a concept. B. To confirm a theory.
C. To make a prediction. D. To support a viewpoint.
30. What is mainly talked about in paragraph 3
A. The appeal of kindness to the public. B. The practical applications of selfless action.
C. The key to living a happy life. D. The physical and mental benefits of kindness.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. The Popularity of Kindness B. Survival of The Kindest
C. The Secret of Humanity D. Survival of The Fittest
D
Why do we remember—surely we already know Why We Remember: The science of memory and how it shapes us will leave you better informed. In this book, Charan Ranganath does what many experts can’t: he tells a story that is thorough and entertaining, giving a sense of the field and, most importantly, the issues raised. As his book’s title suggests, he argues that the key question isn’t why we forget, but why weremember at all.
In exploring this, he uncovershow we see different types of memory—working memory for the information we keep only briefly in mind, our semantic (语义的) memory for facts, and our autobiographical memory for events—showing how the many respects of the memory system work together. The findings speak to why we tell stories, have intuition (本能) and are so likely to be cheated by false news. Ranganath also outlines why machine learning copes so badly with exceptions to rules or patterns, and how real brains get around many of these problems. He revealshow creativity is guided by memory, too, so there is no such thing as complete novelty. Memory can function well as we get older, and we might just need to work with it slightly differently. Sometimes the decline in memory in older people can be a result of undiagnosed depression, loss and loneliness.
And it isn’t just as we age—the perceived flaws of memory are generally features of how it should work. It isn’t meant to be easy to learn lists of abstract facts—memory didn’t evolve to do that. It isn’t there to recount the past at all, but to help us deal with the future.
That doesn’t mean we can’t improve it where we need to. We have to be active in creating a memory—and the book offers advice. Attention and intention are key to creating strong memories, but making errors is also important, says Ranganath, as he explains that our brains use past experiences to make predictions. When things
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don’t go to plan, we must update our models of the world, so errors actually fuel learning. This speaks to the best way to educate children, by not just rewarding correct answers but allowing, even encouraging, mistakes.
32. What’s the book aimed at
A. Getting us exposed to the truth about human memory. B. Deepening our understanding of the origin of memory. C. Offering a clearer picture of different types of memory. D. Revealing the major role of memory in human growth.
33. What can be inferred from paragraph 2
A. Humans can be easily influenced by false news.
B. Machine learning deals with memory smoothly.
C. Novelty can be completely generated.
D. Working memory is for facts.
34. What does memory evolve to do according to Charan Ranganath
A. To reflect on the past. B. To grasp the abstract facts.
C. To prepare us for the future. D. To deal with loss and loneliness. 35. What does the author say about the role of errors
A. They prevent the process of memory formation.
B. They slow the brain’s ability to make predictions.
C. They are the most effective approach to educating children.
D. They contribute to learning and the understanding of the world.
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In contrast to younger vacationers, when travelling, seniors could have particular medical needs, or leisure needs that must be considered. 36 Therefore, let’s get started with the typical challenges of traveling with seniors and tips to overcome them!
When it comes to travel, health is one of the main considerations for senior citizens. Persistent(持续的) health problems may impact travel plans for numerous elderly people. 37 Supposing you have booked a perfect route including elderly people, it’s also necessary to see a doctor before you go on your vacation to ensure any medical problems are taken care of and to ensure you carry the drugs and any essential health records.
Elderly people might not have as much money to travel. To keep their expenses within their financial capabilities, you should establish a budget for their trip carefully. A few strategies for traveling on limited funds are to make reservations at off-peak times, reserve accommodation in advance, and hunt for deals on vacation packages. 38
When traveling to places where seniors struggle to understand their native dialect,language problems might cause difficulties for senior citizens. 39 So it’s practical to learn a few greetings and thank-yous in the local tongue before leaving for a trip and to pack a phrasebook or translation application just in case.
40 Senior travelers can certainly have a great time and treasured experiences if they think of the challenges in advance and make full preparations.
A. Travel is a wonderful activity that suits all ages.
B. This can make asking the way and interacting with people in trouble.
C. Traveling in groups can also assist in establishing a restricted spending plan. D. In that case, speaking several foreign languages fluently is a must for seniors. E. This can include things like making medical arrangements with local doctors.
F. So you might have to think about the accessibility of healthcare when they arrive there.
G. To guarantee a pleasant experience, thoughtful preparation is needed to meet these requirements.
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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 和 D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Jameson Lobb, a 24-year-old investment banker, settled into his apartment shared with an artificial intelligence engineer named Raphael Jafri. Always having 41 schedules, they were squeezing (挤时间) in a lunchtime workout on the bank of the East River, when Lobb 42 . “Somebody’s in the water,” he said. Before Jafri could 43 , Lobb jumped into the cold water. What he’d seen was a person floating, 44 . Jafri kicked off his shoes and swan-dived too.
Approaching the unconscious 45 , Lobb saw that it was a middle-aged man. He weighed around 200 pounds, and 46 fast. The rescuer went underwater, felt around, grasped the man and kicked upward until they both 47 . Jafri joined and threw his arms around the man’s shoulders and Lobb supported the hips and knees, the pair held the 48 figure back ashore. The man’s skin was blue, and neither Jafri nor Lobb 49 any breathing. Gradually the man moved a little, started breathing again, glanced around confusedly, and 50 back to near unconsciousness. Only then did they notice the decking(甲板) stood a(n) 51 10 feet above their heads. The 52 had produced a rope and a life preserver, which they cast to them. With joint efforts from below and above, the man was pulled up. Both men, 53 exhausted and 54 from numerous shellfish cuts, watched as rescue workers loaded the nearly drowned man into a(an) 55 and drove away.
41.A. flexible B. tight C. fixed D. new
42.A. trembled B. regretted C. hesitated D. froze
43.A. remember B. reflect C. respond D. recall
44.A. lifeless B. familiar C. breathless D. dead
45.A. patient B. victim C. diver D. fisherman
46.A. sank B. fell C. slipped D. dropped
47.A. survived B. landed C. resurfaced D. recovered
48.A. imperfect B. immobile C. infected D. injured
49.A. detected B. interpreted C. ignored D. fancied
50.A. collapsed B. choked C. withdrew D. faded
51.A. merciless B. pessimistic C. unreachable D. remarkable
52.A. passengers B. onlookers C. residents D. sailors
53.A. thoroughly B. massively C. occasionally D. permanently
54.A. sobbing B. sweating C. struggling D. bleeding
55.A. coach B. tent C. ambulance D. motorcycle
第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In Xunpu, Fujian province, appeal of the traditional headdress is boosting 56 (tour) and expanding cultural curiosity. Born and raised in the village, Huang Rongbing 57 (use) to watch his mother move a wooden comb through her long, thick hair, which was as black as calligrapher’s ink. “That was the first thing she did every morning, whose hair was about knee 58 (long). She often rolled her hair around two fingers, 59 (form) a bun(圆发髻) on the back of her head,” recalled Huang. “Then she would put 60 (color) flowers on her head as decorations, which was known 61 zanhua or zanhuawei.”
Visitors go to Xunpu and by the riverside shoot photos and 62 (video) dressed in traditional Chinese clothes and a zanhua. Inspired by the local custom, Huang opens a salon called Xunpu Huami 63 tourists can have their hair done in zanhua style and get their photos taken. The salon is located by a riverside, which is home 64 restaurants and coffee shops popular with the young. As a daily routine, Huang puts flowers on a customer’s bun, which forms 65 circular shape that symbolizes unity, perfection, and completion.
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第四部分：写作（共两节，满分 40 分） 第一节 （满分15分）
你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以 The symbol of China 为题写一篇演讲稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 你心目中的中国象征；
2. 阐明原因。
注意：1.写作词数应为 80 左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The symbol of China
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。
Everything had been totally different that Sunday morning, when the two boys had set out on their walk up the cool, pine-scented mountainside near the village where they lived. Near the top, Peter and Michael had climbed onto a rock to admire the view of the valley far below them.
That was when disaster struck. On climbing down, Peter had tumbled (跌倒) awkwardly to the ground, his leg bent at a painful angle beneath him. Unable to move, he was forced to wait where he was, wrapped in Michael’s jacket, while Michael had begun the long and difficult journey down the mountainside to fetch help. Hours passed before Michael finally reached the rescue center and explained his situation to a team of rescuers. They immediately went onto a helicopter with Michael onboard.
Michael looked down on the mountainside from the window of the helicopter. He felt increasingly helpless, as it looked totally different from the air and the network of tiny paths was mostly obscured (遮蔽) from view by the thick covering of pine trees. To make matters worse, the light was fading fast and a thick blanket of mist was starting to form. Eventually the pilot and the three mountain rescue workers in the helicopter agreed that they would have to go back and continue the search for Michael’s friend, Peter, on foot.
By seven o’clock that evening, they had left the helicopter in the village and gathered a mountain rescue team of fifteen men. Michael felt disheartened and scared for his friend’s safety. Slowly they climbed up the mountain, searching the numerous paths thoroughly for Peter. The only sounds were from footsteps and the crackle on the walkie-talkies ( 无线对讲机) that the rescue workers carried to talk to each other. The mountainside was a frightening place after nightfall and gradually Michael started to wonder whether they would ever find Peter at all.
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。
As the rescue team pressed on, Michael’s heart pounded with a mixture offear and determination. Reliefflooded through Michael like a tidal wave.
8邯郸市 2024 届高三年级保温试题
英 语
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
1-5 ACCBA 6-10 BBACB 11-15 ABCAB 16-20 CBCCB
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）
21-23ACA 24-27 BDDC 28-31 CDDB 32-35 AACD
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分） 36-40 GFCBA
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）
41-45 BDCAB 46-50 ACBAD 51-55 CBADC 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
56. tourism 57. used 58. length 59. forming 60. colorful
61. as 62. videos 63. where 64. to 65. a
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分 40 分） 第一节 （满分15分）
One possible version
The Symbol of China
The true symbol of China, in my mind, must be the Chinese dragon.
The Chinese dragon, seen as a symbol of power, strength, and good luck, holds a significant place in Chinese culture and history. It embodies the essence of Chinese culture, representing the harmonious balance between nature, man, and the universe. Furthermore, the Chinese dragon has long been a source of inspiration for countless works of art, literature, and folklore. It is a mythical creature that has transcended time and continues to captivate the imaginations of people around the world.
In conclusion, the Chinese dragon truly embodies the spirit and essence of China and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Chinese people.
第二节（满分 25 分） One possible version
As the rescue team pressed on, Michael’s heart pounded with a mixture offear and determination. Each step seemed to lead them deeper into the dense forest, where the shadows danced strangely in the dim light. The searchlights they carried pierced through the mist, casting broken shadows here and there. Hours passed, and exhaustion weighed heavy on Michael’s limbs. He was consumed with increasing doubt and terror as the night wore on. But just as despair threatened to overwhelm him, a crackling voice broke through the silence on the walkie-talkie. “Found him! We’ve found Peter!”
Relief flooded through Michael like a tidal wave. With renewed vigor, he followed the other rescuers, pushing through the bushes until he reached a clearing where Peter was lying, shivering and pale but alive. Tears of gratitude welled in Michael’s eyes as he knelt beside his friend. The rescue team worked swiftly, immobilizing Peter’s injured leg and preparing him for evacuation. As they descended the mountain once more, Michael couldn’t help but reflect on the bond forged between them in the face of adversity. Though the mountainside had been a place of fear and uncertainty, it had also become a crucible of resilience and friendship.
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听力原文 Text 1:
M: Jenny, how do you usually deal with the old magazines
W: I don’t throw them away. I usually donate them. What about you
M: My old magazines usually end up at an online second-hand store.
Text 2:
W: In fact, Sir, I took apart-time job as an accountant during my second and third school years and I did quite well.
M: I wonder if you can deal with our accounting position in English. W: No problem.
M: What are your salary expectations
Text 3:
M: I came across your brother Tom on the flight to New York when I was going there for a meeting last Friday.
W: What a coincidence! His daughter just began her holiday last Thursday, so he was going there with his family for a week’svacation.
Text 4:
W: What can Ido for you
M: How much would it cost to send this special delivery to England
W: Just a second. I’ll have to check that.
Text 5:
W: So do you like this book
M: It’s said to be a very difficult book, and now I couldn’t agree more.
W: Then why not read Charlotte Web It’s more suitable for English beginners. And it’s not childish at all.
M: Really That’s great. Thanks for your recommendation.
Text 6:
M: When you travel, do you prefer to travel with somebody or travel alone
W: I prefer to travel with someone, but I don’t like to join a group trip. And on my next trip, I will travel alone. M: So it will be your first time to travel alone
W: Yeah. It will be my first trip I actually plan by myself. I’d like to experience the culture by talking with the locals.
M: When you travel, do you like to follow a guidebook or explore and just do things without any planning W: Itend to be on atime budget, so I do use guidebooks.
Text 7:
M: Morning, Lucy!I hear there will be a lecture in the school hall tomorrow. Is that so
W: Yes, Mr. White will give us the lecture. He is the leading expert in the field of mass data. M: Yes, he is. What time does the lecture begin
W: It begins at half past nine tomorrow morning. M: Will you attend the lecture, Lucy
W: I’m sorry. I won’t be free then. Mr. Brown will be talking with me about my experimental paper. M: I’m sorry you can’t go. It’s a good chance to learn about the latest information.
W: Please note down the whole process with your mobile phone. I’ll take a look at it.
M: Don’t worry. I will. If you are free, I’ll tell you something about the lecture later. Will you be available tomorrow afternoon
W: Sorry, I need to polish my paper then. How about the evening M: Of course, see you.
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Text 8:
W: Hey, John, there’s a really cool gallery opening tonight. Do you want togo and check it out with me
M: So you’re asking me if I want to go into a building and look at some pieces on a wall W: Yeah. The artist is going to be there. They’re really great landscapes!
M: I guess what I don’t understand is that they are so famous, but when I get there I find myself really bored. W: You get bored by art galleries
M: I don’t know what you’re supposed to do once you get there.
W: Mostly, you get to walk around and appreciate them. I’m not an expert, but you look at something and if it
strikes you, then you’re like, “Wow! That’s nice. I like that. ” M: Is there any photography Is it watercolor or oil
W: This guy does landscapes, and I think he uses a bunch of different media. I’m not a big fan of photography. Not everybody likes everything.
M: But I would rather have a drink in a cafe or go shopping instead.
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W: Mike, are you busy lately
M: Terribly busy. On Friday, the boss sent us an e-mail: to work overtime! We gave the weekend to the company, yet no raise in salary.
W: That’s too awful!
M: Originally I’d spend an enriched weekend, doing sports, going mountain climbing, or having coffee with friends.
W: Good!I like sports, too. What sports do you do M: I like to play ball games.
W: When I was in America, I did sports every weekend. But after I came to France, I was busy studying French. Besides, I did not yet find a partner, so I did very few sports. Now it’s better. We can go and play together. What ball games do you play
M: I like to play basketball. But my best friend, an English girl, plays badminton very well. W: In that case, let’s play badminton another day.
M: Not another day. This weekend I can call a few more friends to play singles or doubles if you want! W: Very good, but don’t you work
M: Exercise is more needed after working overtime.
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Jimmy Kimmel Live is an American late-night talk show. It can be seen five nights a week on the ABC channel. There’re some other nightly talk shows that are very popular at the moment, for example, NBC’s The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Conan on the TBS network. The hosts of those shows are some of the most famous figures in show business. However, Kimmel has been known to start crying on the show when he talks about what he cares about, and he has become especially famous after Donald Trump became president. All late-night talk shows tend to follow the same timing: there is an opening speech by the host, followed by a special comedy performance done with a partner. Then there is a series of interviews with other famous people, and a musical performance comes at the end. Kimmel has been so successful at his show that he was asked to host the Oscars for the last two years. In his early career, Kimmel worked at a radio station in Los Angeles, which helped him practice his comedy. Jimmy Kimmel Live! is one of the only shows in America that are loved by both young people and older generations.
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