河南省南阳市2024-2025学年高二下学期4月期中考试 英语 (含答案,含听力原文及音频)

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河南省南阳市2024-2025学年高二下学期4月期中考试 英语 (含答案,含听力原文及音频)

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2025年春期南阳市高中二年级期中质量评估
英 语 试 题
注意事项:
1.本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题,满分95分)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题,满分55分)两部分。共150分,考试时间120分钟。答题前,考生务必将本人的姓名、准考证号等考生信息填写在答题卡上,并将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。
2.选择题答案使用2B铅笔填涂,如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号;非选择题答案使用0.5毫米的黑色墨水签字笔书写,字体工整、笔迹清楚。考生作答时,将答案答在答题卡上(答题注意事项见答题卡),在本试题卷上答题无效。
3.请按照题号在各题的答题区域(黑色线框)内作答,超出答题区域书写的答案无效。
4.保持卡面清洁,不折叠,不破损。
5.考试结束,请将答题卡交回。
第I卷(选择题,共95分)
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。
1. What seems to be the woman’s problem
A. She can’t operate the machine.
B. She got her bank card stuck in the ATM.
C. She failed to contact the bank manager.
2. When will the play show
A. On the 15th. B. On the 16th. C. On the 17th.
3. What will the woman do next
A. Park her car. B. Look at the stars. C. Fetch the telescope.
4. Why is the boy unhappy
A. He feels lonely.
B. He missed his flight.
C. He’s worried about his parents.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Their favorite scientists. B. The old math books. C. The new science books.
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 is the relationship between the speakers
A. Brother and sister. B. Husband and wife. C. Co-workers.
7. What does the woman offer to do
A. Give the man two tickets. B. Book tickets for the man. C. Watch a movie with the man.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Where did the conversation take place
A. At home. B. In an office. C. In a park.
9. How was the weather on the man’s way home from work
A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Windy.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. Where will the event be held
A. At a café. B. At a school. C. At a gallery.
11. What is the woman
A. A student. B. An artist. C. A teacher.
12. What does the man plan to do on July 21
A. Learn paper-cutting. B. Play football. C. Watch a game.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. Why does the woman want to sell the stuff
A. To clean and sell the house. B. To turn them into cash. C. To spare room for furniture.
14. What does the woman say about Bob
A. He is kind and helpful.
B. He can make a quick sale.
C. He has a problem with the ad.
15. What is the man’s opinion about Newsday’s service
A. Expensive. B. Unfriendly. C. Excellent.
16. What are the speakers going to do next
A. Write an ad. B. Make a call. C. Go to a market.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. Who can attend the comedy clubs
A. A child aged 3. B. A teenager aged 16. C. An adult aged 30.
18. What does the speaker think of John Winterson’s act
A. It was strange. B. It was successful. C. It was unpopular.
19. What do the classes teach young people to do
A. Tell jokes on stage. B. Organize parties. C. Perform magic.
20. Why does the speaker give the speech
A. To encourage the comedians.
B. To advertise a comedy company.
C. To inform people of seeing performances.
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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A (选必一 U3 Conservation)
Atlantic Forest Restoration Volunteer Program
Application Deadline: August 30, 2025
Program Background
The Atlantic Forest in Brazil, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has lost over 80% of its original tree cover due to deforestation and climate change. This program (September 15 – October 5, 2025) invites global volunteers aged 17-22 to participate in rainforest restoration efforts.
Key Activities
Plant endangered tree species in designated conservation zones
Monitor wildlife with infrared cameras under biologists’ guidance
Attend seminars on sustainable agriculture by local experts
Receive a UNESCO-recognized conservation certificate
Requirements
◇ Physical fitness for daily 6km jungle hikes
◇ Basic Portuguese/English communication skills
◇ Valid travel insurance covering tropical regions
Cost & Benefits
$950 includes:
Shared dormitory in eco-friendly research station
Three daily meals (local cuisine)
Field equipment and emergency medical support
Part-funded scholarship opportunities for students of developing nations
Application Steps
1. Submit the application form at www.atlanticforest.org/volunteer
2. Upload a 1-minute video explaining your motivation
3. Pass online environmental knowledge test (20 Multiple Choice Questions)
Contact
Email: volunteer@atlanticforest.org
Tel: +55-11-4002-8922 (8am-6pm BRT)
21. What is the duration of this program
A. Two weeks. B. Three weeks. C. Four weeks. D. Five weeks.
22. Which benefit targets developing nations students
A. Local cuisine. B. Medical support. C. Financial aid. D. Separate dorms.
23. What must applicants do before the interview
A. Pass a 30-question test. B. Obtain a scholarship.
C. Polish the application form. D. Submit a motivation video.
B
(选必一 U1 Relationships & 选必三 U7 Careers)
Tiana Barron, founder of Jaxx Fontaine D’eau, a high-quality spring water brand for dogs, regards her bond with animals as her source of healing. Her rescued dog from Hurricane Katrina inspired the business, which she imagined for five years before launching in Orange County. “I’ve given my dog bottled water for years, even before it was common for humans,” she explains. However, her decision to formalize (使规范化) this practice into a business originated from a deeper purpose: “I wanted to honor the unconditional love animals give us. They fill emotional gaps that humans sometimes can’t.”
Scientific studies highlight dogs’ ability to improve mental health—reducing loneliness, stress, and depression. Tiana’s experience aligns with these findings. Her dog helped her address personal struggles, offering companionship even her children couldn’t match. “Animals have pure souls; they’re irreplaceable,” she says. For Tiana, this connection goes beyond practicality—it’s emotional and spiritual.
Launching Jaxx Fontaine D’eau faced considerable barriers: relocating, home redecoration, and financial risks. Yet Tiana carried on it, driven by perseverance and sympathy. “I’m a fighter. I’ve had a tough life, but I always get up and fight again. Everything happens in your journey when it’s supposed to, not when you want,” she asserts. Her journey reflects that she ranks animal welfare over profit. “This isn’t just a business—it’s a tribute to the love dogs deserve,” she adds.
Tiana’s story is not just about business success; it’s about living in grace and trying hard to create a better world. She hopes that her story will inspire others to respect one another, regardless of their differences. “I’m so sensitive to people and emotions, and it upsets me to see division. I don’t care how you choose to live your life, but be nice to each other. We’re not here to judge and be mean,” she emphasizes.
24. What drove Tiana Barron to launch Jaxx Fontaine D’eau
A. Her appreciation for animals’ love. B. Her belief in dogs’ healing power.
C. Her ambition of making a fortune. D. Her devotion to pet product business.
25. What do the underlined words “aligns with” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Mixes with. B. Relates to. C. Conflicts with. D. Corresponds to.
26. Which of the following best describes Tiana
A. Determined and caring. B. Considerate and brave.
C. Ambitious and creative. D. Aggressive and sensitive.
27. Which is the best title for the text
A. Tiana’s Journey: From Struggle to Success
B. More than Water: A Spiritual Tie with Dogs
C. Luxury Water for Dogs: A Business Innovation
D. Healing through Loss: A Dog’s Unconditional Love
C (选必四U12 Innovation)
A coating 100 times thinner in thickness than a human hair could be “ink-jetted” onto your backpack, cellphone or car roof to capture the sun’s energy, new research from Oxford University’s physics department shows, in a development that could reduce the world’s need for solar farms that take up massive areas of land.
This micro-thin, light-absorbing material is flexible enough to apply to the surface of almost any building or object, with the potential to generate up to nearly twice the amount of energy of current solar panels. The technology comes at a critical time for the solar power boom as human-caused climate change is rapidly warming the planet, forcing the world to accelerate its transition to clean energy.
Here is how it works: The solar coating is made of materials called perovskites (钙钛矿), which are more efficient at absorbing the sun’s energy than the silicon(硅)-based panels widely used today. That’s because its light-absorbing layers can get a wider range of light from the sun’s spectrum (光谱) than traditional panels. And more light means more energy.
“This is important because it promises more solar power without the need for silicon-based panels or specially-built solar farms,” Junke Wang, one of the Oxford scientists said. “We can fancy perovskite coatings being applied to broader types of surface to generate cheap solar power, such as the roof of cars and buildings and even the backs of mobile phones.” At just over one micrometer thick, the coating is 150 times thinner than a silicon wafer used in today’s solar panels. And unlike existing silicon panels, the perovskites can be applied to almost any surface, including plastics and paper, using tools like an inkjet printer.
A persistent problem with perovskites, however, is stability, which has prevented its developers from commercializing the technology. Some coatings in lab settings have dissolved or broken down over short periods of time, so are regarded as less durable than today’s solar panels.
What can we learn from paragraph 1
A. The coating looks like human hair. B. The solar farm covers much space.
C. The car roof is used to get electricity. D. The cellphone can absorb solar energy.
29. Why is clean energy transition urgent according to the text
A. Climate change is speeding up global warming.
B. Solar farms are becoming too expensive to build.
C. Perovskite coatings are more efficient than silicon panels.
D. The world needs to produce twice as much energy as before.
30. What makes perovskite better than silicon
A. It can be made more colorful. B. It can be made a lot cheaper.
C. It absorbs more solar energy. D. It has a wider range of layers.
31. What can be inferred about perovskite panels
A. They are already popular in daily life. B. Their efficiency is lower than expected.
C. They face barriers to wide application. D. Their production cost is extremely high.
D
(必一U1 Life Choices & 选必一U2 Success)
In a time when human achievements hit record levels, young people increasingly struggle with growing deep anxiety. The World Happiness Report 2023 shows a worrying pattern: while technology and material comforts improve, teenagers’ self-reported happiness has dropped for eight straight years. This reveals society’s basic misjudgment of what brings fulfillment.
Ancient Greek thinkers knew something modern education often ignores: real satisfaction comes from inner harmony, not outside approval. Socrates’ well-known advice to “know yourself” feels more urgent today. The story of billionaire John Doe proves this: after gaining wealth and fame, he admits in his memoir Empty Mansions, “I spent years climbing ladders to find they were placed against the wrong walls.”
Modern science backs this ancient idea. Dr. Eleanor Richards’ long-term study at Cambridge followed 1,200 successful people for 25 years. Those who focused on internal drives (curiosity, skill-building) had 37% higher life satisfaction than those seeking external rewards (social status, money). The gap lay not in what they achieved, but how they viewed their goals.
This imbalance harms both body and mind. Across cultures, time-tested traditions teach us about sustainable living. Chinese literati like Tao Yuanming in the 5th century chose rural simplicity, finding contentment (满足) through harmony with nature — a philosophy echoed in Thoreau’s Walden Pond experiment. Such wisdom reminds us that purpose-driven living, rather than endless striving, sustains true well-being.
The answer isn’t to avoid ambition, but to rethink success. When Chinese diver Quan Hongchan balanced Olympic training with school life, she showed how athletic excellence and personal growth can coexist. Like gymnast Simone Biles’ brave choice, these athletes remind us that true worth includes both professional achievement and well-being.
As graduation nears, students face key decisions: follow society’s success rules, or build what thinker Alain de Botton calls “true ambition” This choice shapes both careers and life quality. True success, as Seneca said, is “matching daily actions to core values.” Ultimately, the deepest achievements start within ourselves.
32. What causes the decline in teenagers’ happiness
A. Absence of successful role models. B. Lack of access to advanced technology.
C. Insufficient focus on achievements. D. Overemphasis on external recognition.
33. What leads to higher life satisfaction in Richards’ study
A. Focus on personal growth. B. Ability to get wealth and status.
C. Insistence on traditional practices. D. Rejection of modern expectations.
34. What can we learn from paragraph 4
A. Material wealth blocks true contentment.
B. Isolation from society ensures inner peace.
C. Purpose-driven simplicity guarantees happiness.
D. Harmony with nature improves physical strength.
35. How does the author support the argument
A. By sharing anecdotes and listing statistics.
B. By comparing views and providing contrasts.
C. By criticizing technology and promoting values.
D. By presenting examples and drawing a conclusion.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分) (必二 U5 Human and Nature)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Rice is not just a food—it’s the heartbeat of cultures, a unifying thread that has connected together the histories, traditions, and daily lives of countless communities across the globe. For billions of people, rice is more than a staple (主食). 36 The idea that rice is culture means a lot to many communities for whom rice is not just a meal but a memory, a story passed down through generations.
Yet, today, this vital crop faces never-seen-before threats from climate change. Extreme weather events and shifting agricultural landscapes are making it increasingly difficult to cultivate rice in the traditional ways. Experts predict that global rice production will shrink by 15% by 2050, even as demand increases. 37
Rice is a critical source of food for billions of people, but the impact of climate change on the crop goes beyond its nutritional value. Warmer temperatures and extreme weather threaten to erase the cultural stories rooted in each grain. 38 What stories will we lose when the next generation can no longer cook the dishes their ancestors did
We cannot afford to lose rice—or the rich cultures it sustain. We should focus on how to innovate to protect it. For example, we could cut methane (甲烷) emissions by checking the spread of flooding or adding fish, ducks, or crawfish into the production system. 39 We can also preserve the cultural heritage tied to this vital grain. The challenge, however, extends beyond just protecting a crop. It’s about innovating to meet the demands of a rapidly changing climate.
40 A life without rice is a life without culture. Let’s make sure by working together worldwide that’s a future we never have to face.
It’s a symbol of identity, heritage, and survival.
The thought of a life without enough food is unthinkable.
Decreased production signals a troubling trend for the future.
What will happen to our cultural identity when the rice fields dry up
In this tough fight against climate change, we all have a role to play.
What measures should we take to increase the rice production worldwide
By adopting the methods, we can build an adaptable future for rice cultivation.
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) (必三 U7Art & 选必四 U10 Connections)
In a world filled with chaos and sadness, there are always places holding the power to heal. In the quiet town of Maplewood, Mr. Thompson’s violin shop had always been a 41 for broken instruments and broken hearts. One rainy afternoon, 12-year-old Tracy walked in quietly,
42 her grandfather’s rust-covered trumpet (小号) tightly. “Can you fix it ” she mumbled. Her eyes 43 sorrow; her grandfather had passed weeks prior, leaving behind melodies they once
44 together.
Mr. Thompson nodded. As he 45 the trumpet, Tracy hesitantly shared memories: during chemotherapy (化疗) 46 , how her grandfather taught her What a Wonderful World , how music 47 hospital noises into soft songs. “He said music outlives us.” she whispered.
Days later, the restored trumpet 48 brightly. Tracy blew a 49 note, then another. The shop’s dusty walls seemed to 50 in, embracing the shy sound. Outside, neighbors
51 —a deliveryman sang along, a kid clapped rhythmically. By the third verse, Tracy’s anxiety
52 into a smile and her melodies sounded smooth and stable.
The next Sunday, Mr. Thompson hung a sign: Free Music Hour. Tracy returned, trumpet in hand, 53 by a guitarist from the bakery. Even Mrs. Lowell, who’d 54 spoken since her husband’s death, brought a 55 . Soon, the shop overflowed with joyful laughter.
41. A. museum B. shelter C. library D. market
42. A. pushing B. lifting C. dragging D. holding
43. A. gave away B. held back C. turned down D. showed off
44. A. recorded B. heard C. played D. sang
45. A. examined B. performed C. grasped D. collected
46. A. breaks B. eras C. intervals D. sessions
47. A. exchanged B. divided C. transformed D. classified
48. A. whistled B. shone C. rang D. sounded
49. A. high B. clear C. shaky D. sweet
50. A. break B. come C. close D. crash
51. A. gathered B. listened C. watched D. joined
52. A. dropped B. melted C. dried D. flew
53. A. accompanied B. forced C. guided D. inspired
54. A. usually B. always C. merely D. rarely
55. A. book B. violin C. ticket D. flower
第II卷(非选择题,共55分)
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分) (必一 U2 Sports and Fitness)
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。
In a world full of travel adventures, there are those extraordinary ones truly capturing our attention. Have you ever wondered how long it would take 56 (cycle) from Amsterdam to Shanghai Ole Bouman has the answer 57 the question: 156 days.
As an architecture professor, Bouman combined his academic work with his passion for cycling. After his 58 (depart) from Amsterdam in early February of 2024, Bouman cycled 10756 kilometers, and his adventure 59 (fill) with a better understanding of people, cultures and connection.
“From Amsterdam to Shanghai, 60 journey was never just about the distance. It was a companion, a method of digging into the world up close,” Bouman wrote in his blog. During his journey, Bouman shared his observations along the road 61 discussed with his students what he would see and experience the next week.
He encouraged people searching for cycling experiences to go on a long tour, which could bring them much 62 (close) to truth and reality. For young people, he emphasized the significance of seeing things through physical efforts and 63 (cultivate) their memories rather than absorbing ideas on computers. For 64 (he), Bouman aimed to write a book about his journey, 65 he would describe how the physical and mental challenges of the journey shaped his perspective in unexpected ways.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分) (选必四U10活动报道+U11表达观点)
假设你是李华,你们班级近期举办了一场辩论赛,辩题是 “人工智能对高中生学习的影响,究竟是利大于弊,还是弊大于利”。请你给学校英文报投稿,对此次辩论赛进行报道。
注意:1. 写作词数为80左右;
可以增加适当情节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:正方:the proposition team 反方:the opposition team
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_______________________________________________________________________________第二节 (满分25分) (选必四U11 Conflict and Compromise)
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。
In the fifth grade, my deskmate was Linda, a shy but clever girl. Being too shy to raise her hand even when she knew the answer, she didn’t participate in class actively. But I did admire her. I tried to draw her attention in a rude and stupid way, hoping she’d finally talk to me.
One day, I hid her pencil case somewhere in the classroom. When the bell rang, announcing the end of the day, she began to gather her things. Soon, she found her pencil box was gone. She opened her desk drawer: it was not there. She reached into her schoolbag but found nothing. Then she stole a glance at me. I grinned (咧嘴笑) at her, hoping she would enquire of me and then I would get the pencil case out, and then we would talk and laugh happily together. To my surprise, she just lowered her eyes, grabbed her schoolbag, and left without a word.
I kept playing these small but annoying jokes on Linda, thinking Linda would, one day, notice how funny a girl I was, without realizing that she was extremely uneasy.
I escalated (升级) my daily “annoyance” to something bigger on a sunny afternoon, when I happened to get some itching powder (痒痒粉).
I tried it on myself. Feeling a sharp, burning pain, I couldn’t help screaming, which aroused a big laugh from people who didn’t know what was happening. Then it suddenly struck me: Why not share it with Linda She would know how “interesting” it was. Of course, I would do it in a “joking” way.
So, after the math class, during the break, I slipped behind her and threw a handful of itching powder down her back. Linda jumped up and screamed loudly. So loud and frightened was she that even I myself realized, for the first time, that I did something terribly wrong.
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。
I was called to the teacher’s office. _____________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Linda did forgive me later. _____________________________________________________
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2025年春期高中二年级期中质量评估英语参考答案
听力理解 1-5 BBCAC 6-10 CAABA 11-15 CCBAC 16-20 ABBAB
阅读理解 21-23 BCD 24-27ADAB 28-31 BACC 32-35 DACD 36-40 ACDGE
完形理解 41-45 BDACA 46-50 DCBCC 51-55 DBADB
语法填空 56.to cycle 57. to 58. departure/departing 59.was filled 60.the
and 62. closer 63. cultivating 64.himself 65. where
书面表达第一节【105词】
Our class recently hosted a debate on whether AI benefits high school students’ learning more than it harms, which proved highly thought-provoking.
The proposition team argued AI enhances learning efficiency by making abundant resources more accessible and highlighted its potential to assist teachers and foster innovation. The opposition team, however, raised concerns about over-reliance on AI, which could weaken critical thinking. They also discussed issues like data privacy and the risk of widening educational inequalities.
The debate served as a timely reminder that AI is a double-edged sword. It is clear that integrating it into education requires careful management to maximize benefits and minimize risks.
书面表达第二节【84+86=170词】
I was called to the teacher’s office. So nervous was I that I dragged my feet, my heart pounding wildly. The teacher stared at me sharply, her eyes filled with disappointment. “Your behavior is unacceptable,”she saidina serious voice. “You’ve been bullying Linda, and this has to stop.”Recalling my actions, I hung my head in shame, a wave of guilt crashing overme. After a long lecture, I returned to the classroom. It was the moment I saw Linda’s tear-stained face that I resolved to seek her forgiveness.
Linda did forgive me later.That afternoon, I tiptoed to her seat, clutching a handmade apology card. As I approached, Linda’s eyes widened in astonishment. “I’m sorry,” I stammered, my voice trembling. To my relief, a delicate smile lit up her face like a diamond. She reached out, and we hugged tightly, warmth filling our hearts. From then on, we became close friends, sharing happiness and supporting each other to grow into better versions of ourselves. It occurred to me that kindness, not hurtful jokes, is the foundation of true friendship.
听力材料
Text 1
W: Excuse me, I’m having some trouble with the ATM. It has my bank card and won’t give it back.
M: OK. I’ll call the manager. He can help you with that. Please return to the machine that has your card. He will join you in a few minutes.
Text 2
M: Sue, I’ve just been told the date of the play has been changed from the 15th to the 16th.
W: Are you serious Yesterday I was told it was going to be the 17th.
M: The 17th is a Sunday, so they changed it to a Saturday in the end.
Text 3
W: Have you ever been to a place like this
M: No, but I do like to look at the stars.
W: Good, you’re in for a treat. This is the best place around to get a good look at the stars. I’m going to fetch the telescope for you. It’s in my car.
Text 4
M: I’m so sad. I don’t know anyone here and I’m homesick. But don’t tell my mum and dad. They might be worried.
W: Oh, I won’t. They’d probably take the next flight to New York and come to see you if I do that.
Text 5
W: Have you seen the new books that they got for the science class They are much better than the new math books.
M: Yes, I have. But I actually don’t like them. Why do they talk so much about old scientists
W: That’s what I like the most about them.
Text 6
W: Our manager said that you and your wife like watching movies. Would you like to see one this weekend
M: Yes, I was thinking of checking out the Sunday movies. They are playing Mary Poppins there this weekend. You see, I’m a real big fan of classical movies.
W: Oh, that’s perfect. I got these two free tickets that you can use at that theater. My brother gave them to me.
M: Really That’s very nice of you.
Text 7
W: Jack, close the window in the bathroom. The wind’s getting really strong.
M: Done. We seem to have experienced a whole year’s weather in one day today.
W: I couldn’t agree more—this morning I could hardly see across the road because of the thick dark clouds.
M: Yeah, but at lunchtime I sat in the park enjoying the sunshine. Then on the way home from work, I got caught in the rain and was wet to the skin. I felt so cold.
W: And now we’ve got this. England in April—how changeable!
Text 8
M: What are you reading, Jennifer
W: I’m reading an event about paper cutting. The woman named Abigail has been a creative papercut artist for many years. She wants to hold an event in our city.
M: Where will it take place
W: At the café on the Square, Barnoldswick. And it’ll begin at 1:30 pm and end at 2:30 pm on July 21. She’ll share basic paper cutting skills and techniques. And then participants will have the opportunity to have a go themselves on practice sheets.
M: So do you want to go
W: Yes. I’ve always been interested in paper cutting. And I want to teach my students after I learn how to do it. Now I finally have an opportunity, so I’ll definitely go. Will you join me
M: Sorry, Jennifer, but I’d rather watch a football game that day.
Text 9
M: Honey, what’s all our stuff doing in the yard
W: It’s a clean-up sale. For only $19.95, we can put a two-line ad in Newsday for seven days. And with over two million readers, we’ll get results fast.
M: But if Newsday is having a clean-up sale, why does our yard look like a market
W: Because there’s never been a better time for us to turn the things we don’t use into cash we can use.
M: You mean the jewelry, furniture and exercise equipment
W: Even your old guitar.
M: Two lines, seven days, for only $19.95. Are you sure
W: Of course I’m sure. I called Bob.
M: Who’s Bob
W: He’s a sales consultant there. He was really nice and helpful. He told me to call him whenever I had a problem with the ad.
M: More than 50% off, and friendly service. Newsday does have all we need.
W: Yeah. So could you help me with the ad if you’re free
M: OK.
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W: Do you enjoy watching comedies Then why not come and see what’s happening at Comedy Hour
Comedy Hour owns comedy clubs in several countries that are run just for people aged 13–20. They’re just as familiar with working in adult comedy clubs as they are working with children.
The Comedy Hour company was set up by John Winterson. In fact, his act quickly became so popular that he soon found lots of other comedians who wanted to join his company.
If you’re having a party at home, Comedy Hour can come and perform for you there at the party. Your very own comedian will also help you to tell your guests some jokes and silly stories and they can join in, too, if they want. It’ll be fun and very different from any party you’ve ever had before.
Here at Comedy Hour, it’s not just about the adults telling jokes. We also offer young people the chance to perform. But we’ve yet to find someone who can do that without preparation, so we’ve set up the world’s first Comedy Classes to teach young people how to tell jokes on stage. At the moment our classes are only monthly, but we’re planning to start a number of others over the coming year.
So what are you waiting for Come and join Comedy Hour.

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