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树德中学高 2022 级高三上学期 11 月半期测试英语试题
考试时间：120 分钟 满分 150 分
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节(共 5 小题;每小题 1.5 分，满分 7.5 分)
听下面 5 段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出
最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每
段对话仅读一遍。
1. Who is the man probably talking to
A. A shop assistant. B. His wife. C. His co-worker.
2. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. The woman’s photo. B. A scenic spot. C. A TV drama.
3. What does the man mean
A. Commercials are of no use.
B. Local specialties should be exported.
C. E-commerce is a double-edged sword.
4. What will the man do next
A. Close a window. B. Catch a mouse. C. Leave the room.
5. When does the conversation take place
A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday.
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. Which year of college are the speakers in
A. The first year. B. The second year. C. The third year.
7. What did the woman do in public
A. She had a dance. B. She did jumping jacks. C. She performed a song.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. What does the man expect to do on the 3rd
A. Sign a contract. B. Go on a tour. C. Return to New York.
9. What does the man finally decide to do
A. Cancel the reservation.
B. Contact another airline.
C. Advance the departure date.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. Who might the woman be
A. A hostess. B. A director. C. An actress.
11. What does the woman think of the award-winning film
A. It is her personal favorite.
B. It is worthy of the award.
C. It is terribly disappointing.
12. What is the man going to do next
A. Call a meeting. B. Watch a video. C. Have a job interview.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What is the man
A. A fresh graduate. B. A software engineer. C. A computer repairman.
14. What does the example of the man’s group project prove
A. He is a good team player.
B. He pays attention to detail.
C. He has great leadership skills.
15. How does the woman describe the man
A. Motivated. B. Creative. C. Industrious.
16. What will the woman most probably talk about next
A. The company culture. B. The internal promotion. C. The employment situation.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. How much did disabled travelers spend in the US in 2018
A. About $45.8 billion. B. About $58.7 billion. C. About $81 billion.
18. What is the best thing about Singapore in Nilesh Joshi’s opinion
A. It enables the disabled to live with dignity.
B. Its tourist attractions are free for the disabled.
C. It offers the disabled accessible public transport.
19. What do we know about John Morris
A. He once lived in Sydney.
B. He buys magazines 3 or 4 times a week.
C. He spoke highly of the hotel rooms in Las Vegas.
20. Where is Julie Jones employed
A. At a hotel. B. In a travel agency. C. In a publishing company.
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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Missing Pieces Project: Add Your Pieces to the Big Picture
All over England are places with stories to tell: from buildings to battlefields, some on your doorstep, others just a day trip away. Their stories are still being written, and they won’t be complete until you share your side.
The Missing Pieces Project invites you to share your pictures and stories of the unique, significant and memorable places on the National Heritage List for England. The List is a register of all nationally protected historic buildings and sites across England. Your view of a place is as unique as you are, so every snapshot and story you add is an important piece of the picture. And the more pieces of the picture we have, the better we can work together to protect what makes these places special. Whether you have a connection to a place already or you’re discovering it for the first time, your views add important new pieces to the picture.
Images: from phone snaps to scans of old photos and architects’ drawings, from wide angles to close-ups
Stories: from memories of holidays, school trips and family events to information about grand openings and transformations
Photos must be ones you took yourself, from public land or rights of way, or with permission from the landowner. To add an historic image, you must have the rights to it. See the Missing Pieces Project terms and conditions for more information.
Sign in and make a difference.
21. What is the purpose of the Missing Pieces Project
A. To create fine art pieces. B. To preserve historic places.
C. To promote a story contest. D. To teach photography skills.
22. How can you contribute to the project
A. By scanning a portrait of a great architect.
B. By taking a picture of a newly-built museum.
C. By writing a special story of your trip to France.
D. By sharing memories of a protected English site.
23. What is required for a photo taken on a private land
A. Quality information. B. Public permission.
C. The owner’s support. D. A right background.
B
To Karanth, everyone in every part of the world is born with a fundamental connection to nature. Growing up in Karnataka, she began accompanying her father into the wild at just two years old. But in her hometown, kids grew up with a negative perspective on wildlife. Elephants destroyed crops and sometimes people were badly injured or killed. Karanth discovered kids wouldn’t appreciate the fact that it’s the best place to witness extraordinary animals.
In 2017, a conversation with her friend Gabby shifted her mindset towards education. Within half a year, Karanth and Gabby had the first version of “Wild Shaale” on their hands. A program designed for students who come into frequent contact with wildlife, Wild Shaale aims to develop a genuine understanding of wildlife and wild spaces and move beyond wildlife tolerance to concepts of conservation and environmental issues. The conservation education program fills a gap in environmental learning.
While it is fortunate that a basic environmental education is supported by local government, Karanth believes the challenge lies in the quality of the curriculum and whether it’s delivered effectively and consistently. “You have to visualize what these schools look like. They may not have electricity-forget having computers, internet, iPads, or anything.”
Encouraging the students to find commonalities between themselves and the animals is the first step to changing perceptions and hopefully, behaviors.” It comes down to the same things: we need food; we need water; we need space. Then they start to understand why situations of conflict arise,” Karanth says. “But then how do you convince them not to get angry, not to act in a way that leads to harm That’s something we’re trying to work on. It’s not easy.”
24. What problem might Karanth’s hometown have faced
A. Human-wildlife conflict. B. Loss of wildlife habitats.
C. Overpopulation of elephants. D. Disregard for wildlife balance.
25. Why did Karanth launch the program Wild Shaale
A. To help students identify animals. B. To fill a gap in local education.
C. To change how students perceive wildlife. D. To publicize wildlife diversity.
26. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. The support to the plan. B. The barrier to the program.
C. The curriculum arrangement. D. The schools’ conditions.
27.What is Karanth trying to achieve in the program
A. A shift in humans’ attitudes and behavior.
B. A breakthrough in environmental studies.
C. Appropriate ways to end local conflicts.
D. Approaches to changing animal behavior.
C
An ancient diamond found in Botswana contains a never-before-seen mineral that came from deep inside Earth. The mineral — named davemaoite — provides a unique window into deep-Earth chemistry.
Originally dug up in a mine in Orapa, Botswana, the diamond is about 4 millimetres wide and weighs 81 milligrams. A dealer sold it in 1987 to a scientist, but neither the dealer nor the scientist had any idea how special it was. The diamond was more recently analysed by Oliver Tschauner at the University of Nevada.
Most diamonds form 120 to 250 kilometres underground. Tschauner and his colleagues realised that the Botswanan diamond was from the lower mantle (地幔), which begins 660 kilometres below the surface. After examining it using X-rays, they discovered tiny crystals of another mineral trapped inside. The crystals turned out to be a form of calcium silicate that was theorised to exist in the lower mantle but had never actually been observed before. They named the new calcium silicate mineral davemaoite in honour of deep-Earth scientist Ho-Kwang “Dave” Mao.
Normally, davemaoite’s crystal structure would break apart if it was brought up to Earth’s surface because of the massive drop in pressure. But because it was trapped inside a diamond, it was preserved on its long journey up to the Orapa mine. “When we broke open the diamond, the davemaoite stayed intact for about a second, and then we saw it expand under the microscope and basically turn into glass,” says Tschauner.
The molecules within it take on a particular cubic arrangement known as a perovskite structure. This structure shows it could only have formed under the extreme conditions experienced in the lower mantle, where the pressure is more than 200,000 times that found at Earth’s surface. Davemaoite is thought to make up about 5 per cent of Earth’s lower mantle, and is important because it can also host radioactive elements like uranium, thorium and potassium-40 that heat Earth as they decay. Without these radioactive elements, the Earth would have cooled by now.
28. What do we know about the mineral davemaoite
A. It was named in memory of a great politician.
B. It was discovered as soon as the diamond was found.
C. It had never actually been found before the discovery.
D. It had been stuck in a diamond 200 kilometres underground.
29. What does the underlined word “intact” in Paragraph 4 mean
A. Divided. B. Overlooked. C. Hidden. D. Undamaged.
30. Why is the mineral davemaoite significant
A. Because it has a cooling effect.
B. Because its internal structure is special.
C. Because it contains heat- producing elements.
D. Because its formation background is extreme.
31. What is the purpose of the text
A. To explain the uses of a substance.
B. To introduce the discovery of a mineral.
C. To stress the role of deep-Earth chemistry.
D. To advocate the protection of radioactive elements.
D
Consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) has increased over the past 20 years. UPFs contain few or no whole foods, are industrially produced, are ready-to-eat or ready-to-heat, and include additives (添加剂). The ultra-processing of food reduces its nutritional value. It has been known that higher UPF consumption is associated with overweight and heart disease. Now, research has been extended to examine its potential consequences for mental health.
In a new study, over 72,000 participants who were at least 55 years old and didn’t have dementia (痴呆) at the start of the study were followed for an average of 10 years, during which they filled out questionnaires regarding their diet. At the end of the study, 518 people were diagnosed with dementia. After adjusting for other factors that could affect risk of dementia such as age, gender, and heart disease, researchers found every 10 percent increase in daily intake of UPFs was associated with a 25 percent higher risk of dementia. They also found replacing 10 percent of UPFs with unprocessed or minimally processed foods was associated with a 19 percent lower risk of dementia.
In another study, researchers found individuals who consumed the most UPFs had significant increases in the symptoms of mild depression, “mentally unhealthy days”, and “anxious days”. Eric Hecht, Founder and Executive Director of the Institute of Etiological Research, said, “More than 70 percent of packaged foods in the US are classified as UPFs and represent about 60 percent of all calories consumed by Americans. Considering the degree of exposure to and effects of UPF consumption, this study has great significance in clinical practice and public health. It might help improve future development of dietary guidelines.”
Facing such alarming data, maybe it’s time for Americans to reconsider their food choices. Researchers recommend taxes on UPFs and carrying out policies to reduce the consumption. They also support programs and policies to increase the availability and affordability of whole foods, especially among disadvantaged populations.
32. What do we know about UPFs
A. They have no nutritional value. B. They are cheap and mass-produced.
C. They are ready-made and instant foods. D. They serve as additions to our daily diets.
33. What’s Eric Hecht’s attitude toward the new study
A. Positive. B. Negative. C. Ambiguous. D. Doubtful.
34. What do researchers suggest doing
A. Collecting higher taxes on UPFs.
B. Decreasing UPFs’ consumption in diet.
C. Focusing on the nutrient content of foods.
D. Increasing public awareness of whole foods.
35. Which can be a suitable title for the text
A. Public Health Response to UPFs
B. Physical Disorders Linked to UPFs
C. Rising Consumption of UPFs in the US
D. Negative Effects of UPFs on Mental Health
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。
The benefits of positive emotions never stop after a few minutes of good feelings go back to normal. 36 It will serve to build skills and develop resources for use later in life. Let’s consider a real world example.
A child who runs around outside, swinging on branches and playing with friends, develops the ability to move athletically (physical skills), the ability to play with others and communicate with a team (social skills), and the ability to explore and examine the world around them (creative skills). 37
These skills last much longer than the emotions that initiated them. Years later, that foundation of athletic movement might develop into a scholarship as a college athlete or the communication skills may turn into a job offer as a business manager. The happiness that promoted the exploration and creation of new skills has long since ended. 38 Researchers refer to this as the “broaden and build” theory because positive emotions broaden your sense of possibilities and open your mind, which in turn allows you to build new skills and resources that can provide value in other areas of your life.
39 Why Because building skills for future use is irrelevant when there is immediate threat or danger (like the tiger on the path). All of this research boils down to the fact that positive thinking is so useful for developing valuable skills and appreciating the Big Picture of life.
But how can you get yourself to be positive in your life 40 You probably know what things work well for you. Maybe it’s playing the guitar. Maybe it’s spending time with a certain person.
A. Negative emotions do the opposite. B. However, the skills themselves live on. C. But many of us look at things negatively. D. The biggest benefit is an improved ability. E. That is why the “broaden and build” theory is valuable. F. In this way, positive emotions help to build valuable skills. G. Anything arousing feelings of joy, contentment, and love will do the trick.
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)
Ezra suffered liver (肝脏) damage at birth. Ever since, he has been fighting ongoing health challenges and taken a lot of medicine, 41 his recent diagnosis that his liver is 42 due to end-stage liver disease.
But Ezra has been given 43 since joining the transplant list in February. His former teacher, Carissa Fisher, learned of his condition in March, and without letting Ezra’s family know, she applied to become a 44 .
After Fisher’s application was 45 , she also traveled to the hospital, where she underwent 46 . After weeks of waiting for the result, Fisher learned on May 24th that she had been approved to donate part of her liver.
Fisher 47 couldn’t wait to share the news and on May 25th, she headed straight to the family’s home with a toy, balloons and a sign 48 , “Hey Ezra! Would you like to 49 my liver ”
“I was shocked. My brain literally couldn’t 50 the words on the sign until she said it out loud. Miss Carissa is a perfect 51 ! I can’t even begin to express how 52 I am!” Ezra’s mother Karen said.
She continued, “The tears keep coming, and though I knew it would be a 53 to get the news eventually, I had no idea just how it would 54 me! There has been no shortage of love and kindness. But this is the most 55 gift!”
41. A. checking out B. turning to C. seeking for D. resulting in
42. A. working B. decreasing C. failing D. changing
43. A. treatment B. hope C. support D. guarantee
44. A. donor B. volunteer C. doctor D. challenger
45. A. approved B. rejected C. advocated D. submitted
46. A. experiments B. testing C. suffering D. improvements
47. A. simply B. exactly C. suddenly D. particularly
48. A. attaching B. writing C. explaining D. reading
49. A. contribute B. transplant C. share D. restore
50. A. recall B. classify C. calculate D. process
51. A. witness B. opponent C. match D. partner
52. A. enthusiastic B. optimistic C. grateful D. successful
53. A. relief B. fortune C. sympathy D. bond
54. A. describe B. shock C. transform D. detect
55. A. marvelous B. distinct C. substantial D. worthwhile
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1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In a busy dance studio at the Shenyang Conservatory of Music in northeast China’s Liaoning Province, students dance to the rhythm, 56 aren’t typical young university students. They are seniors enrolled in the school’s program for older adults.
Whether it’s practicing yoga, learning photography, 57 mastering culinary arts, the silver-haired generation is making education a central part of their retirement plans. Elder universities serve as vital social outlets, 58 (provide) retirees a space to connect with like-minded individuals and maintain an active lifestyle. Government 59 (initiative), such as the launch of the Seniors University of China (SUC) in 2023, are also playing a critical role. By April of this year, the institution 60 (establish) 55,000 grassroots learning centers nationwide, serving over 22.14 million older students, according to the Ministry of Education.
A shift from “medical care” to “learning care” 61 (facilitate) by elder universities benefits the seniors a lot and helps the seniors stay socially active. However, the elder universities 62 (face) with the challenges which are created by the surge in interest. Experts suggest that while progress is being made, the system needs further expansion to accommodate the country’s 63 (rapid) aging population.
People are witnessing the impact these programs have 64 health, social engagement, and overall quality of life. Private organizations are also stepping in 65 (meet) this panies, nonprofits and individuals are establishing senior education programs, which also offers additional options to senior learners.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
假定你是李华，你校英国友好学校 (sister school) 足球队将在下周来访，现面向全校招募志愿者负责接待，请你写一封信应征，内容包括：
1. 写信目的；
2. 你的优势。
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。
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am Li Hua, a senior student in our school.____________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分 25 分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Emily Harper sat at her desk, staring blankly at the math problems in front of her. Numbers and variables danced confusingly across the page, laughing at her every effort. At school, Emily was known for her artistic talents, but math had always been her weakness. No matter how hard she tried, she just couldn’t make sense of it.
Her struggles only worsened in the 10th grade. The pressure to keep up with her classmates grew, and the poor grades shook her confidence. Her parents decided to intervene. “We need to find you some help,” her mother gently suggested one evening.
Then came Mr. Jenkins, a retired local teacher known for his unique teaching style. Emily was at first resistant; the idea of spending extra hours on a subject she hated seemed like a punishment. But she unwillingly agreed, knowing something had to change.
Their first session was tense. Mr. Jenkins, sensing her frustration, didn’t dive straight into problems. Instead, he asked about her interests. When Emily spoke passionately about her painting, he smiled. “Math is like art, Emily. It has patterns and beauty if you know where to look.”
Doubtful but inspired, Emily listened as he began to explain concepts through visual examples. He used colors and shapes, turning abstract numbers into something almost tangible (有形的). For the first time, math seemed less like a foreign language but more like a puzzle waiting to be solved.
However, progress was slow. Weeks passed with minimal improvement, and Emily’s patience wore thin. A particularly difficult quiz left her in tears, convinced she was sure to fail. Mr. Jenkins said, “Remember, Emily, every artist starts with a blank canvas. Masterpieces aren’t created overnight.”
Encouraged by his firm belief, Emily pushed on. She began to see the connections between the steps, how each solution followed a logical path. Small victories in practice problems gave her some hope. Mr. Jenkins was always there, celebrating her successes, no matter how minor.
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。
Gradually, Emily’s confidence grew with Mr. Jenkins’ help.
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Emily’s heart raced when the exam results day arrived. ____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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树德中学高 2022 级高三上学期半期测试英语试题参考答案
听力 CBCCC BCACA BBAAA BBACC
阅读 BDC ACBA CDCB CABD
七选五 DFBAG
完形 DCBAD BADCD CCABA
语法填空
56. who 57. or 58. providing 59. initiatives 60. had established
61. facilitated 62. are faced 63. rapidly 64. on 65. to meet
写作
第一节 应用文参考答案
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am Li Hua, a senior student in our school. Thrilled to hear about the upcoming visit of the football team of our British sister school, I’m writing to apply to volunteer for the reception.
I am a fluent English speaker with a passion for sports, particularly football. I have been an active member of our school’s sports committee, organizing events and engaging with international students. My interpersonal skills and cultural awareness make me a suitable candidate for this role.
I am confident in my ability to provide a warm welcome and ensure a memorable experience for our guests. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to this event and learn from the exchange.
Thank you for considering my application.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写参考答案
Gradually, Emily’s confidence grew with Mr. Jenkins’ help. As the school year progressed, she found herself looking forward to their sessions. Mr. Jenkins had a knack for making the complex seem simple, and Emily began to see the elegance in mathematical concepts. She started to practice more, applying the techniques Mr. Jenkins taught her, and she even began to enjoy the process of solving problems. When the time came for her next math exam, she felt a strange mix of excitement and nervousness. She knew she had put in the work, but the fear of failure still lingered. However, with each question she tackled, she felt a surge of satisfaction, recognizing the patterns and applying the formulas with newfound ease.
Emily’s heart raced when the exam results day arrived. She held her breath as the test paper was handed to her, her eyes scanning the page for the grade. To her astonishment, she had passed with a B+. It wasn’t just a grade; it was a testament to her hard work and Mr. Jenkins’ unwavering support. Her classmates congratulated her, and for once, she felt a sense of accomplishment in a subject she had once despised. Emily knew that she had not only learned to appreciate math but had also discovered a new aspect of herself – one that was capable of overcoming challenges and finding beauty in the most unexpected places.
听力原文：
1. M: Your gold necklace is so nice. I want to buy one for my wife.
W: Thanks. I think it can hold its value well. I bought it ...
M: Shush! Mr Longman is coming towards us with the meeting papers.
2. W: The waterfall in this photo looks familiar.
M: It has appeared in many TV dramas, and as a result, lots of tourists visit it every day.
W: It explains the matter.
3. W: Thanks to e-commerce platforms and video bloggers, the local specialities in my hometown can be traded all over China, which is entirely unexpected.
M: To some extent it is true, but many videos are too commercial. False online advertisements are emerging in an endless stream.
4. W: I just found a mouse when I was cleaning my room. Please help me get it out of here.
M: All right. Well, I looked around, but I didn’t find it. Maybe it has escaped through the window. Anyway, I have to go to the gym now.
5. M: Are there any workers in the burning factory
W: It is supposed to be empty, because they only work on weekdays.
M: But the factory is so badly damaged that they won’t be able to work tomorrow.
6. M: The freshmen will start their military training this month.
W: Yeah. It was extremely hot during our military training at this time last year.
M: It remains fresh in my memory. I got made to do 80 jumping jacks for being late.
W: Ha-ha, it was so funny. I sang a song in front of others during a break in our military training. I remember some students also performed various dances. It’s still nice to think about it.
7. W: Hello. What can I do for you
M: I’d like a flight from New York to Boston, leaving on the 3rd.
W: Sorry. The flights on the 3rd are fully booked.
M: I am out of luck. The same is true of another airline.
W: What about the 4th
M: Unfortunately, that won’t work for me. I’m not going on a tour. I’m meeting an important business partner. Being punctual is crucial for my chances of securing the contract.
W: I’m sorry, sir.
M: Well, please tell me what flights are available on the 2nd.
8. M: I heard you took charge of the red carpet interview for the film festival yesterday.
W: Yes! I’m so proud. I had the opportunity of interviewing many movie stars, including my favorite actress Anna. She succeeded in earning the Best Actress Award. While the award-winning film isn’t my personal favorite, I do believe it deserves the award.
M: Oh, that’s great to hear! Unfortunately, I missed your interview part because of an emergency meeting. Would you mind if we watch it now
W: Not at all. You know I always strive to do my best, so I’m sure it won’t let you down. Plus, your favorite movie actor Colin is in the interview.
M: What are we waiting for Let’s get started.
9. W: Could you please introduce yourself
M: Yes. My name is Peter Barnes. I recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. During my studies, I developed a strong passion for software development and worked on various projects, including an internship at ABC Tech, where I gained some experience in programming.
W: That sounds impressive. We value teamwork here. Can you provide an example of a time when you worked effectively in a team
M: Absolutely. During my senior year, I participated in a group project. I took on the task of making slides. I actively listened to everyone else’s ideas and maintained a positive atmosphere. We delivered the project on time and won first place.
W: Excellent. Attention to detail is also crucial in our industry. How do you ensure the accuracy of your work
M: Before starting a task, I carefully analyze the requirements, break it down into smaller subtasks, and create a detailed plan. Additionally, I always ask for and welcome feedback from others to continuously minimize errors.
W: Good. I appreciate employees who take the initiative in their work. Finally, do you have any questions for us
M: Yes. I’d like to inquire about the professional development opportunities within the company.
W: Sure...
10. What do disabled travelers look for when choosing a city to visit
In 2018, the value of the so-called “purple pound” (the spending power of disabled people) to UK tourism was estimated at ￡15.3 billion, while 27 million travelers with disabilities in the US took 81 million trips and spent about $58.7 billion (￡45.8 billion) in that same year.
There was a survey about a city’s appeal to disabled travelers. Now, let’s find out what the respondents think of the top 3 cities—Singapore, Las Vegas and Sydney.
According to Nilesh Joshi, who has mobility challenges but doesn’t use a wheelchair, “Singapore allows me to independently move around using public transport.”
Overwhelmingly, however, the most important factor for survey respondents was not physical accessibility but being treated with understanding and respect. Joshi said, “Always smiling, welcoming and helpful, the people of Singapore make a big difference for the disabled to feel accepted and looked after.” Besides, one of Singapore’s major tourist attractions, Gardens by the Bay, is fully wheelchair -accessible.
According to prominent wheelchair blogger John Morris, who visits Las Vegas 3 or 4 times a year, “The city has one of the highest concentrations of accessible hotel rooms in the world.” Julie Jones, publisher of Travel Without Limits, the world’s only print magazine dedicated to accessible travel, praises Sydney’s accessibility. She said, “The majority of the public transport system is accessible to wheelchair users.”

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