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阜阳三中 2024 级高一年级上学期适应性考试
英语学科试题
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. Which club has Kelly joined
A. Drama club B. Debate club. C. Music club.
2. When will the lecture start
A.At 8:10 B.At 8:20. C.At 8:30.
3. How does the man feel now
A. Nervous B.Excited. C.Calm.
4. Where are the speakers probably
A. On the beach. B. In the company. C. At the airport.
5. What does the man mean
A. Repair work is easy. B. He wants to eat a cake. C. The woman brings him trouble.
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。答案写在答题卡上。
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
6. Why does the woman look sad
A. She feels stressed. B. She has no friends. C. She can't post updates.
7. What’s the man’s suggestion
A. Hiding real problems. B. Clearing social apps. C. Building self-confidence.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至第 10 题。
8. What troubles Frank
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A. How to make friends. B. How to manage time. C. How to finish homework
9. What will the speakers probably do next
A. Go back home B. Make a to-do list. C. Clear the classroom.
10. What is the possible relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates B. Teacher and student. C. Sister and brother
听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. What do the speakers talk about
A. Learning a skill. B. Choosing a course. C. Changing a career.
12. What does Sally think of photography
A.Costly B. Useful C. Challenging.
13. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Turn to teachers. B. Give up her idea. C. Buy a new camera.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 16 题。
14. What did reading help little Sarah with
A. Talking with writers. B.Writing her thoughts C. Starting topics with friends.
15. Which type of books is the woman's favorite
A. Science fictions. B. Fairy tales. C. Short stories.
16. How many books does the man expect to read this year
A.Ten. B.Fifteen. C.Twenty.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. What is the intention of the speaker
A. To share a sport. B. To praise coaches. C. To introduce some skills.
18. Who encouraged the speaker to enter competitions
A. Her parents. B. Her first coach. C. An Olympic winner.
19. Why did the speaker move to another club
A. To accept better training.
B. To enjoy advanced facilities.
C. To save time for school work.
20. How often did the parents allow the speaker to swim
A.Every day. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
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第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。答案写在答题卡上。
A
After-school programs are important for children to continue leaning and growing beyond the regular school
day. From arts and sports to STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), the programs in Houston center
on improving creativity, building skills and supporting overall development.
iKids Inc. is a newly-built program about science and creativity. The program includes chemistry,
physics, biology and engineering. The teachers are highly trained and are skilled at impressing kids
with one-to-one meetings.
The Little Gym offers various courses suitable to all levels. It focuses on physical exercise
and social skills development with first-class facilities. It has a team of experienced coaches who
are willing to develop each child’s ability.
Kidventure is aimed at building children’s character and life skills, such as leadership and
communication. With qualified educators and more than one location throughout Houston, it is
accesible to families acros the city.
Young Audiences is open to apply at 4pm~6pm every Monday. Children can learn from
professional artists and experience a lot of artistic styles and cultural expressions. Bring a best
work to a face-to-face interview before classes begin. Call (713) 520-9264 or visit yahouston.org to
get the schedule.
21. Which program suits the kids interested in science
A.iKids Inc. B. The Little Gym C. Kidventure D. Young Audiences.
22. What is required to do to join Young Audiences
A. Design a schedule B. Apply at appointed time.
C. Have an online interview. D. Upload artistic works to the website.
23. What do the four programs have in common
A. They offer one-to-one guidance. B. They have updated facilities.
C. They have professional teachers. D. They provide optional locations.
B
I used to hate old books. When I say “old books”, I don’t mean classics, though. I mean books with yellow
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pages, broken spines (书脊) and odd wood- like smells that you need to be careful not to break because they are
already so worn down and bring you severe discomfort. One can assume that I didn’t own many old books. I had
merely a few here and there that my parents had gifted me, but nothing too special.
In the fourth grade, I was ready to explore a new world of reading, one that went beyond the likes of children’s
chapter books and teenagers’ topics. Just then, I found my parents old copies of the entire Harry Potter book series.
Visually, my parents’ books were my worst nightmare. I remember thinking to myself that there was no way I
would be able to read these books. However, I eventually had to come to terms with the fact that if I wanted to read
the series, I would have to read my parents’ copies. And so began the terrible journey of reading seven old books.
When it was time for me to read the final copy, I was kind of a changed woman. I still strongly disliked old
books, but the plot of the entire Harry Potter series had attracted me so much I had almost entirely forgotten what
the books looked like. By the end, I had devoted an entire shelf in my room to the Harry Potter books.
Now, I love old books. While the covers are sometimes so worn down that you can barely read the title of the
book, you can understand what it’s about anyway. After all, an old book is a representation of generations of
readers who have chosen to live in a specific fictional world because the story it contains is just that good. Old
books have meaning and I love how much they mean to me now.
24．What can we learn about the author from the first two paragraphs
A．She felt uneasy about owning old books. B．She had a poor relationship with her parents.
C．She grew fondness for reading classics. D．She was often gifted old books by her parents.
25．How did the author feel when seeing her parents’ Harry Potter series in the fourth grade
A．Confused. B．Satisfied. C．Discouraged. D．Astonished.
26．What does the author mean by saying “I was kind of a changed woman” in Paragraph 3
A．She started to enjoy reading fictional books.
B．She began to ignore the appearance of the books.
C．She accepted putting old books on her shelf.
D．She figured out what she truly wanted to read.
27．What is the best title of the text
A．My Passion for Reading B．My Connection With Parents via Old Books
C．My Encounter With the Harry Potter Series D．My Journey With Old Books
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C
Beach volleyball(沙滩排球) is one of those sports that can be an exciting game to play and watch. It's really
easy, and all you need is sand, a net and a group of people, of any age or fitness level, who want to have fun.
Beach volleyball can be played with as few as two people in each team, making a total of four people.
However, if you are less skilled and experienced in the game, it will be easier to play with a larger team. The more
players you have, the less ground each person will be responsible for covering and the more time they will have to
recover between shots. If you only have a few players, each of you will get a lot of running for the ball after each
volley(截球). If you are looking for a relaxing, fun, low-key experience, choose larger teams.
Beach volleyball is similar to regular volleyball in its rules. However, even experienced volleyball players do
not realize how much more difficult it is to run and jump on sand. Since it is harder to move quickly on sand than a
hard surface, play will be much slower than regular volleyball on a court. When an athlete trains for beach
volleyball, he will focus on building lower body strength as well as upper body strength. Strengthening his legs is
extremely important. This improves the player's ability to move quickly and accurately on sand despite the
resistance. The ability to jump high and land without injury is necessary for beach volleyball players.
Whether you are in it for the competition, or just to have a great time with your friends, beach volleyball can
be extremely exciting and fun. You may start out with friends and may soon fall in love with the sport.
28. When you join a large beach volleyball team, you’ll _________.
A. have as many shots as possible B. improve your volleyball skills
C. be responsible for more ground D. feel light-hearted while playing
29. What can be inferred from Paragraph 3
A. Experienced volleyball players know clearly it is hard to run and jump on sand.
B. Lower body strength is more important than upper body strength.
C. A person must have strong legs if he wants to run and jump quickly on sand.
D. The rules of beach volleyball are the same as those of regular volleyball.
30. Why is playing beach volleyball much slower than playing regular volleyball
A. Because it is not easy to move on sand. B. Because beach volleyball has a larger court.
C. Because the teams of beach volleyball are larger. D. Because it is a workout running for the ball.
31. What does the author think of beach volleyball
A. It's a difficult sport. B. It's an exciting and interesting sport.
C. It's a sport which only a few people love. D. It's a sport which needs few skills.
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D
It’s common to hear that being “emotional” is opposite from being “rational (理性的)”. For many people,
there is no place for emotion in rational thinking. However, some recent work from our lab suggests something
opposite.
We found that individuals who score higher on tests of intelligence and rationality don’t ignore(忽略)
emotions. Instead, they pay more attention to emotions and are better at recognizing and understanding emotions.
This is because most intelligent decision-making requires emotional information. Emotions tell us what we want,
and we can’t make smart decisions without first knowing what our goals are.
For example, as a mother, if I want to make my children happy, and I know they like video games, it would
make sense for me to buy them a video game. But, if I instead want them to stay focused on homework, then it
wouldn’t make sense for me to buy them the video game. You can see from this example that a rational decision
can’t be made unless I know various pieces of emotional information.
Anticipating others’ emotions may help us be more effective leaders -- allowing us to predict the way people
will respond to what we say or do. Anticipating our own emotions can also make for much more effective
long-term decisions. For example, if I predict I will feel anxious before giving a public speech, I might be inspired
to practice a few more times. If I instead simply ignored my anxiety, chances are that I’d be more disturbed on
stage, and my speech wouldn’t go smoothly.
Of course, it’s important to find out situations where emotional influences may not be helpful as well. Here,
individuals who score higher on rationality tests may be better at reflecting on whether an emotion will be helpful
or not in a given situation. They can then make their decision after giving it deeper consideration. For example,
expressing too much anger or sadness to your boss when you don’t get an promotion(晋升) may not be in your best
interest.
In general, if we want to be rational and make the best decisions, we should desire as much information as we
can get -- and information about emotions can often be especially useful.
32. What is a widespread opinion about emotions and rationality
A. Rationality can develop emotional intelligence.
B. Emotions help to make rational decisions.
C. They play opposite roles in thinking processes.
D. Rationality is more important than emotions in decision-making.
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33. Why does the author mention the example in Paragraph 3
A. To show the process of decision-making. B. To tell us the harm of ignoring emotions.
C. To draw the line between rationality and emotions. D. To show the importance of emotional information.
34 What should be done to make the best of emotions according to Paragraph 5
A. Recognizing their usefulness. B. Reflecting on the possible effect.
C. Completing the rationality tests. D. Thinking about various situations.
35. What does the author suggest for making wise decisions
A. gaining enough information. B. Putting rationality at the first place.
C. Trusting direct feelings. D. Seeking expert advice.
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
As you get older, you’ll meet a wider range of people from diverse cultures. 36 if you haven’t met
many people from different backgrounds. Here are some tips for learning more about them and about yourself.
Know your own culture
One of the best ways to understand other people’s cultures is to first consider your own. 37 . Don’t think
of your own way of life as the only normal one and everyone else’s to be strange. Otherwise, it’s hard to approach
those differences with respect.
38
Maybe you’ve recently met someone from a different culture, or you’re curious about how differently people
live. When you meet people from a different culture, ask them about their lives. Also, you can read books, watch
movies or listen to radio shows. 39 . The more you learn, the more likely you will get used to greeting
cultural differences with curiosity rather than doubt.
Appreciate the differences
Differences between us are what make life so interesting, so just accept the differences between yourself and
your friends from different cultures. The best way to respect people from other cultures is to strike a balance
between curiosity and appreciation: Ask questions if your friends are open to them. 40 .
A．Pay a visit to your hometown
B．Learn about a different culture
C．When in Rome, do as the Romans do
D．It can be hard to know how to respect their cultures
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E．These will help you get an insider’s view on a different culture
F．Most of us don’t realize that our customs and beliefs might seem strange to someone else
G．Also, learn how to just silently observe and appreciate the differences that make us unique
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 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Peyton Thorby was only 8 years old, but this cheerleader proved to already be a star when she performed by
herself. The 41 kid was a member of the K-Tech Krakens, and they were ready to compete (竞赛) in the
Showcase for Champions Cheerleading Competition in Tampa, Florida. Peyton had been 42 this day for so
long. However, when she and her mom 43 as quickly as possible, they 44 such surprising news.
Her coaches were there, but for some reason, she was the only member that showed up.
This left little Peyton with two 45 . She could quit or she could compete as a team of one. According to
her mom, Peyton was a little 46 this news as any child was. Once she 47 herself, though, she made
the brave decision to perform 48 without a solo routine (一套动作) planned.
“I was 49 a lot, and I felt 50 in my stomach,” Peyton said. Although she felt nervous, Peyton
51 to put together a wonderful solo routine. 52 , this cheerleader even earned herself first place.
Needless to say, she was very happy with her decision to take a 53 .
“We were all proud of her, telling her how well she did,” her mom said, “because we took pride in not only the
fact that she determined to do it by herself, but also the fact that they awarded her the first place trophy (奖杯).
That was all a (n) 54 . We had no idea.” Since getting this unbelievable 55 , Peyton has entered the
spotlight.
41．A．frightened B．tired C．bored D．talented
42．A．working out B．looking forward to C．keeping away from D．getting on with
43．A．arrived B．returned C．behaved D．debated
44．A．referred to B．searched for C．learnt about D．turned up
45．A．levels B．rules C．models D．choices
46．A．disappointed at B．eager for C．excited about D．familiar with
47．A．expressed B．collected C．selected D．respected
48．A．above B．about C．away D．alone
49．A．shaking B．exercising C．chatting D．wandering
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50．A．unfair B．uncomfortable C．unlucky D．unnecessary
51．A．agreed B．refused C．managed D．afford
52．A．Actually B．Adventurously C．Safely D．Hurriedly
53．A．break B．look C．chance D．breath
54．A．measure B．order C．promise D．surprise
55．A．example B．achievement C．quality D．opinion
第 II 卷
第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填人 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In recent years, food has 56 (obvious) become a new hot spot for Chinese cities to attract tourists.
Following Zibo and Harbin, Tianshui, 57 ancient city in Northwest China’s Gansu Province, became the
58 (hot) tourists destination of 2024 because of malatang, a local street dish.
Malatang, literally meaning “numbing, spicy, and hot” in Chinese, is a common street food that can 59
(find) all over China, but its tastes differ depending 60 the region. In Tianshui, malatang features a mix of
fresh 61 (vegetable) and meat boiled in a hot, spicy chicken soup.
Tianshui went viral when a student 62 (post) a seven-second video in February on her social media.
In the video, she suggested 63 (make) Gansu malatang a national dish. The video, 64 quickly
received millions of likes online, attracted food lovers to the city 65 (experience) this local dish firsthand.
Malatang also helps draw more visits to key attractions in Tianshui, such as Maijishan Grottoes and Fuxi Temple.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分 40 分)
第一节(满分 15 分)
假如你是李华，你校英语俱乐部将选举新一届副主席，负责组织俱乐部的相关活动。请按以下提示，
写一篇竞选演讲稿。内容包括：
1. 个人优势。2. 组织活动的设想。3. 表达当选的愿望。
参考词汇：副主席 vice president 竞选 run for
注意：1. 写作词数为 80 左右。2. 可适当增加细节以使行文连贯。
Good afternoon, my dear friends,
My name is 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。
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Dave and Ben decided to go camping at the foot of a mountain on a sunny Sunday. They were excited about
the adventure and packed their tents, sleeping bags, clothes, drinks and some food. Dave was an experienced
camper, always well-prepared for any situation that might arise during his outdoor adventures. So he put a torch, a
whistle and a compass in his bag.
They began their great adventure early in the morning. After a long walk, they arrived at the campsite which
was at the foot of a beautiful mountain. The sky was clear, and the river beside their campsite flowed gently. They
set up their tents and spent the afternoon exploring the area around the mountain.
As the evening approached, the sky started to cloud over. Suddenly, it began to rain heavily. The rain hit the
tents with a loud noise, and the river began to rise rapidly. Dave and Ben were a bit worried but thought it would
pass soon. However, the situation got worse. The heavy rain continued, and the river flooded. Their campsite was
quickly flooded by the river, and in the chaos, both of them quickly grabbed their bags and rushed out of the tents.
Then they got separated and lost their way.
Ben was in a panic. He had tried to follow the direction of the river, thinking it might lead him to a familiar
area. But the flood had changed the landscape, and he completely lost his way. He kept calling out for Dave, fear
and desperation flooding over him.
Meanwhile, Dave was scared but tried to stay calm. He looked around for any signs of Ben or a way out. The
surrounding area was now a muddy mess, and the water was still rising. He shouted for Ben but there was no reply.
He decided to move higher up the mountain, hoping to find a safer place and maybe a better view to look for Ben.
As Dave climbed higher, he finally found a small cave that was relatively dry.
He sat down on the ground to catch his breath, thinking about what to do next.
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At that moment, Dave heard some footsteps in the distance.
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阜阳三中 2024级高一年级上学期适应性考试
英语学科试题答案
听力理解：1~ 5 BCBCA 6~10ACBBA 11~15 BBACC 16~20 BABAC
阅读理解：21~ 23 ABC 24~ 27 ACBD 28~31 DCAB 32~35 CDBA 36～40 DFBEG
完形填空：41~45 DBACD 46~50 ABDAB 51~55 CACDB
语法填空：
56 obviously 57 an 58 hottest 59 be found 60 on
61 vegetables 62 posted 63 making 64 which 65 to experience
写作：
第一节：One possible version
Good afternoon, my dear friends,
My name is Li Hua. I am running for the vice president of our English Club. I believe my
strengths lie in my proficiency in the English language and excellent organizational skills.
If elected, I plan to organize more interactive sessions, such as English debates and
role-playing games, to promote our speaking and listening skills. Additionally, I propose to invite
native speakers to give talks, enhancing our communicative competence.
I am committed to making our club more dynamic and inclusive. Thank you for considering
me for this position.
Thank you!
第二节：One possible version
He sat down on the ground to catch his breath, thinking about what to do next. An air of
sadness settling over Dave, he gradually awakened to the fact that he had to surveyed the
surroundings on his own. Having recalled the items prepared in his bag, Dave took them out,
intending to search for any trace of rescue or human presence. With his heart pounding fiercely in
the chest, Dave plucked up his courage, examining the cave carefully with torchlight and blowing
the whistle intermittently to signal for others’ attention.
At that moment, Dave heard some footsteps in the distance. No sooner had Dave heard the
footsteps than he dashed towards the exit of the cave. Much to his relief, it turns out to be Ben
who had followed the sound of the whistle. With the compass in his hand, bravery regained, the
experienced camper Dave guided Ben through the mountain, managing to find the way back. After
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a few hours of walking, they spotted the dim figures of several rescuers. Totally worn-out but
thrilled, they explain what had happened to the rescuers and headed back with them.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了戴夫和本在山脚下野营时遭遇洪水，被迫分开。本
迷失方向，戴夫爬上山顶寻找安全地点，最终在一个小洞穴中相遇。他们在戴夫的带领下成
功找到出路，并在救援人员的带领下回到了营地。这次经历让他们更加珍惜生命，明白野外
生存的重要性。
【详解】1.段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“他坐在地上喘口气，想着下一步该怎么办。”可知，第一段可描写戴夫
拿出包里的工具开始实施寻找出路计划。
②由第二段首句内容“就在这时，戴夫听到远处有脚步声。”可知，第二段可描写本找到了戴
夫以及他们最后设法找到了回去的路。
2.续写线索：想着下一步该怎么办——拿出包里的工具——开始实施寻找计划——听到远处
有脚步声——设法找到了回去的路——感悟
3.词汇激活
行为类
①打算做某事：intend to do/plan to do
②发现：spot/ discover
③检查：examine/ check
情绪类
①兴奋的：thrill /excite
②筋疲力尽的：worn-out / exhausted
【点睛】[高分句型 1]Having recalled the items prepared in his bag, Dave took them out,
intending to search for any trace of rescue or human presence（. 运用了非谓语动词中的现在分词
作状语。）
[高分句型 2]Much to his relief, it turns out to be Ben who had followed the sound of the whistle.
（运用了 who引导的定语从句。）
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英语听力材料
Text 1
M: Kelly, I am going to join the Drama club. Do you have any interest
W: Oh, what a pity! I am already in Debate club. But I do like watching plays, especially musical
drama.
Text 2
M: Sophie, we need to hurry. The Orientation lecture is about to start.
W: Don’t worry. I’ll have a quick bite. We will be there at 8:20 and still have 10 minutes left to
wait for the start.
Text 3
W: Good morning, Sir! We are making an interview. We saw you were nervous just now when
watching the race, weren’t you
M: Absolutely! My brother Jonny was on the track and he is the winner! Now I am so excited and
can’t calm down.
Text 4
W: Oh, Matt called to say he could not make our trip to the beach because of the work in the
company.
M: What a shame he couldn’t come! Well, let’s check in now. The plane is taking off soon.
Text 5
W: Michael, can you help repair the wi-fi connection I hope it won’t bring you too much trouble.
M: Don’t worry. It’s just a piece of cake.
Text 6
M: What’s wrong with you, Lucy You look so sad.
W: There are so many beautiful people and funny stories in the social media. It reminds me that
I’m not that good-looking and interesting as my friends are. So I feel stressed.
M: Take it easy. People tend to post only positive updates that make them appear happy and
friendly.
W: You mean what I saw may not be true
M: Mostly it is. They hide real problems. Remember, find your shining points and be confident
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about yourself!
W: Thank you Joey! Your words cleared my stress. I feel I have got the courage to click on the
social apps.
Text 7
M: Mary, how are you finding your first week at senior high
W: Not bad, Frank. But the homework costs me too much energy. I have less time to stay with my
friends.
M: Really I have a problem too. It seems that I don’t have enough time for everything.
W: So we need to do something. This morning my mother suggested making a to-do list.
M: Sounds useful! We can list the things we have to do according to our timetable.
W: Absolutely right! And the important task can be put at first place!
M: Clear ideas! Let’s go back to the classroom and finish the list now.
Text 8
W: Dad, can we have a talk I have some thoughts about choosing the optional course.
M: Sure, Sally. I remember you said literature is your first choice because you want to be a writer
in the future.
W: Yes, dad. But after searching for some information, I want to learn something about
photography.
M: But taking photos will cost more and take up too much time. It will be a challenge for you.
W: Oh dad! It’s useful to learn more beyond the textbook. I can use the skill to explore the real
life and catch the beauty around me.
M: Well, I partly understand. But think carefully before jumping in with both feet. Maybe you can
take some advice from teachers before buying a new camera.
W: I will! Thank you, dad.
Text 9
M: Hello, Sarah, I saw you reading in the library this morning. Do you read a lot
W: Yes, Jimmy. When I was little, books helped me start topics with my friends. Now reading can
help me write. I can express my thoughts better with the help of great writers.
M: Wow, so what kind of books do you like to read
W: Let me see. I have got a lot of science fictions and fairy tales. But I like short stories best. I
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was reading “After Twenty Years” this morning. It attracted me a lot.
M: Oh, you mean the book written by O. Henry He is my favorite writer. His stories are best
known for surprise endings.
W: Really Glad to see we share the same hobby. How many books did you get through last year
M: About ten. I wish the number could reach fifteen this year.
Text 10
Hi, everyone! My name’ s Lily. I’ m talking to you today because I want to encourage you to
take up swimming. It’ s a great sport. It isn’t expensive to do and it keeps you healthy. I learned
to swim when I was about five. When I started primary school at seven, I joined a swimming club
with good facilities, and I went swimming twice a week. I had a lovely coach called Anna. She
encouraged me to enter competitions, and I did quite well. Nearly every Saturday we went to other
towns to have competitions. That was fun and I won quite a lot of awards. At the age of 11, I
moved to another club to accept advanced training. I had a new coach Mike, who was once an
Olympic winner! He wanted me to receive training every day after school for an hour. My parents
didn’t agree because I needed to spare some time for my school work. But they let me go three
times a week. I love swimming and I would really introduce it to everyone.
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