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哈三中 2025-2026 学年度上学期
高一学年期末考试 英语 试卷
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 秒钟的时间回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. Who will the speakers support
A. Lauren. B. Dave. C. Nora.
2. What will the man speaker do today
A. Study for the test.
B. Buy a notebook.
C. Go cycling.
3. What is the weather like now
A. Windy. B. Sunny. C. Rainy.
4. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. Where to take a trip.
B. When to pick up Amy.
C. What to eat for dinner.
5. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a car.
B. In a repair shop.
C. In a meeting room.
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. Why did the woman fail her first driving test
A. She drove too fast.
B. She ran a red light.
C. She didn't wear a seat belt.
7. How does the woman usually go to work
A. By bus. B. On foot. C. By subway.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 9 题。
8. How did the woman get the tablecloth
A. She received it as a gift.
B. She bought it online.
C. She made it herself.
9. What does the man plan to buy
A. A painting. B. A cap. C. A jacket.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. When did the man most likely return from his trip
A. A few days ago. B. A few months ago. C. A few years ago.
11. Which part of the trip was the best for the woman
A. Walking on the streets in Paris.
B. Exploring museums in Berlin.
C. Tasting fantastic Italian food.
12. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Family members.
B. Travel companions.
C. Casual friends.
听第9段材料，回答13至16题。
13. What are the speakers doing
A. Having an interview.
B. Discussing classic novels.
C. Exchanging writing experiences.
14. How did the woman feel about creating the characters in her latest novel
A. Tired.
B. Stressed.
C. Delighted.
15. Why does the woman like writing about identity and self - discovery
A. To innovate her stories.
B. To bond deeply with readers.
C. To follow the writing trend.
16. What is the focus of the woman’s next novel
A. Family ties.
B. Her previous works.
C. Life challenges.
听第10段材料，回答17至20题。
17. What has caused lots of trouble across the UK
A. Severe weather.
B. Tourist rush.
C. Major sports events.
18. What is the National Grid trying to do
A. Clear snow from the roads.
B. Repair the railway network.
C. Restore electricity supply.
19. Why was the road network particularly busy that day
A. People were going on winter holidays.
B. Many were returning home or to school.
C. Everyone was trying to avoid the trains.
20. What do we know about the football match between Liverpool and Manchester United
A. It has been canceled.
B. It will be played later.
C. It may still be going on.
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
In Shanghai, signing kids up for summer camps is a great way to amuse and educate them during the school break. Fortunately, Shanghai has various options.
Tennisline Summer Camp
Fee: From 2,500 RMB/week
What's cool about Tennisline is that the academy closely monitors the progress of their young athletes ensuring they are on the right path. They also take on the official international curriculum, which tailors the program based on age groups.
Community Center Shanghai X Camp Greenwoods
Fee: From 9,800 RMB/week
Campers spend 7 days 40 km away from the busy city center and they'll get to try various sports and activities such as kayaking, climbing, archery, and ziplining as well as meet new friends. Once the week is over, your child will definitely come home a changed person.
Bilingual (双语的) STEM Summer Camp for Racers
Fee: From 9,980 RMB/week
Over a period of 5 days, young campers will get to experience creative technology at the TESLA factory, learn about the structure and the workings of a vehicle. There are other fun topics to choose from such as "Rock 'n' Roll Robot Music Festival" (robotics and coding) and "Travel Around the World" (creative art and architectural design). Unlike some of the other camps, our camps will only take place once (no repeats of the same topic).
Shanghai Summer Arts Camp
Fee: From 2,200 RMB/week
Brought to you by the Queen of Arts Studio, this unique summer camp allows kids to learn, create, and celebrate their creativity from the comforts of their own home but still under the close guidance of an experienced organizer. Each week will have unique and exciting topics.
21. How does Tennisline Summer Camp design its program
A. By organizing outdoor sports. B. By following an international curriculum.
C. Through visiting the TESLA factory. D. Through online expert guidance.
22. How much should Henry pay at least if he chooses to spend 2 weeks kayaking
A. 5,000 RM B.
B. 19,600 RM
B. C. 19,960 RM
B.
D. 4,400 RM
B.
23. What do Bilingual STEM Summer Camp and Shanghai Summer Arts Camp have in common
A. High - tech experiences. B. Home - guided events.
C. Bilingual environment. D. Non - repeated topics.
B
Andrée Nieuwjaer, a 67-year-old from Roubaix, France, has adopted a resourceful zero - waste lifestyle, making use of extra food thrown from local grocers. She makes pickles and jams with surplus ingredients, and rescues and reuses leftover bread to avoid waste, aiming to reduce environmental impact and eat for free all winter.
Andrée participated in a local government waste management experiment. Several years ago, Roubaix launched a campaign to teach 100 families waste - reduction strategies, and similar efforts were later repeated across France. France has enacted some of the world's most ambitious waste - reduction policies, like banning supermarkets from abandoning unsold food and passing “Extended Producer Responsibility” laws. However, France's zero - waste advocates ask for more action from stores, supermarkets, and restaurants. At the core are individuals like Andrée, who must be forced or encouraged to change their behavior. Many of them, however, are not as enthusiastic as Andrée is.
Many projects illustrate the need for behavior - change strategies that both educate people and change the social and environmental contexts in which they make decisions. While rules and incentives (激励措施) create the conditions for waste reduction, conveying its benefits and ensuring participation can be crucial. “It's actually not that difficult to halve a household's waste since composting (堆肥) alone reduces a third of the average French family's waste,” Andrée says. “Another third is glass and metal which can often be recycled in daily life.”
“The idea is to help everyone change their consumption,” Andrée explains, whether that means eating fewer takeout meals or switching to homemade laundry cleanser. Andrée cuts her waste that would normally end up in a landfill so that nine months' worth can be squeezed into a small kitchen bag. She says she saves about 3, 000 euros a year due to her zero - waste habits.
24. What is Andrée's approach to reducing waste
A. Making artworks with leftovers. B. Repurposing abandoned food.
C. Only buying locally - produced food. D. Monitoring waste in local groceries.
25. What is the key part of France's zero - waste movement
A. Convincing citizens to reduce waste. B. Giving rules and incentives to advocates.
C. Enforcing producer responsibility laws. D. Limiting the waste from public services.
26. Which of the proverbs best reflects what Andrée said in paragraph 3
A. Well begun is half done. B. Necessity is the mother of invention.
C. Strike while the iron is hot. D. Many drops make a shower.
27. What benefit does the zero - waste lifestyle bring according to paragraph 4
A. Closer communities. B. Smaller kitchens. C. Financial benefits. D. Rising landfills.
C
Humans are undeniably creatures of habit. So when sudden, unexpected plot twists pull the metaphorical rug from beneath our feet, it can sometimes feel impossible to regain our footing. No matter how well we plan and try to stick to the script (剧本), there are always curveballs. After reading Plot Twist, one thing is certain: change is constant.
Plot Twist is a personal guide to surviving life’s curveballs. Firestone is a therapist who, throughout her career and life experience, has witnessed various examples of people’s talking out their grief, loss and pain. She’s also observed how they recover through resilience (适应力), transformation and hope.
This is what makes her work easy to understand — she shows things as experiencers, not just from literary perspectives. Sharing her own stories, as well as the hard - won wisdom of people who have been sideswiped by odds, Jana applies a therapist’s lens to learning to survive and eventually thrive during the most challenging days of our lives.
What is particularly useful is the list of “Things to Consider” at the end of each chapter. If you have a friend or family member who needs some guidance, the “Things to Consider” could help you understand what they may be experiencing and provide solutions to help ease their pain. They include advice such as: Break the habit of living in fast forward or, say, rewind. Such hints would be helpful when experiencing loss, but even if you are not facing any difficulties, advice that Firestone suggests can be applied to everyday life.
If you are seeking for a read about a number of heartfelt issues, Plot Twist is definitely a great place to start!
28. What does the underlined word “curveballs” in paragraph 1 refer to
A. Delayed schedules. B. Stressful tasks. C. Unavoidable complaints. D. Unexpected outcomes.
29. What is the major advantage of Firestone’s work over others’ according to the writer
A. It analyzes life from a literary perspective.
B. It is filled with first - hand life guidance.
C. It offers a range of versions to readers.
D. It is written with psychological theories.
30. Who will mostly benefit from “Things to Consider”
A. Readers interested in literary skills.
B. Health carers learning first - aid knowledge.
C. Helpers solving difficulties for others.
D. Therapists working on heart diseases.
31. Where is the text most probably taken from
A. A reading checklist. B. A book review.
C. A writer’s biography. D. A psychological essay.
D
Have you ever been asked a simple question and found your mind blank "Mind blanking" occurs frequently. Actually, our minds go blank 5% — 20% of the time. Neuroscientist Athena Demertzi defines it as sudden inability to recall or report, though its nature is still debatable.
Scientists used to apply functional MRI (fMRI) to brain scans, and they often instructed participants to "think of nothing". Surprisingly, this command activated parts of the brain rather than making them truly still, which made fMRI fail to capture the real state of a "blank mind".
Demertzi's 2023 study approached the issue from a different perspective. Her team scanned resting brains and regularly asked subjects to report their thoughts. As a result, they found a neural (神经的) pattern before mind blanking, where multiple brain networks are inactivated at the same time. Similarly, during sleep or anesthesia (麻醉), there are also mini "shutdowns" in the brain. So, to some extent, mind blanking and sleep are just alike.
Mind blanking is closely tied to arousal levels — degree of brain's inspiration. When arousal is too low, thoughts are broken and hard to maintain and blanking arises. However, too much arousal can overwhelm the brain, causing blanking where racing thoughts become incomprehensible. Notably, ADHD (多动症) patients have higher rates of mind blanking, and untreated children report it more often than their peers.
Why does this happen Demertzi proposes an interesting theory linking mind blanks to the brain's maintenance cycles. The body clears neural waste during these brief "clean-up" periods. They are not mental failures — they are the brain's clever way of managing complex operations. Though debatable, this could explain how our brains keep peak performance: these momentary pauses are necessary resets during our waking hours.
32. What is scientists' current attitude to using fMRI to study the nature of mind blanking
A. Favorable. B. Unclear. C. Rejecting. D. Curious.
32. Why does the writer say "mind blanking and sleep are just alike" in paragraph 3
A. Both involve temporary brain activity reduction.
B. Similar challenges exist in researches on them.
C. Anesthesia happens in both processes.
D. They function likewise in brains.
34. According to Demertzi's study, which is a feature of mind blanking
A. Causing pauses that damage human brains. B. Being positively correlated with arousal levels.
C. Maintaining and improving brain performance. D. Occurring equally across different groups.
35. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A. Mind Speaks Louder than Mouth B. A Blank to Better the Brain
C. To Pause, or Not to Pause D. No Resets, No Regrets
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入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Interrupting another person’s sentence is normally considered as undesirable. However, it is not always equally impolite. 36 And it can give a conversation momentum (动力). Over 30 years ago, communication scientist Julia A. Goldberg at the University of Wyoming categorized interruptions into three types — bad, good and neutral.
The unwelcome interruption in the sense of gaining power almost always happens in front of an audience. Unfortunately, this is the type of interruption that men tend to use. Kothoff, sociologist from Princeton University, found that the larger a group is, the more likely it is that men will take the floor. 37 This is because “speaking time also has an influence on control power”, says Kothoff.
38 These interruptions can be used to express interest and show support, for example by asking a quick question (“Do you mean Mina Mina from 9B ”), commenting on something quickly (“How exciting!”) or making approving noises (“Hmm”). 39 The person speaking feels even more heard and there is a resonance (共鸣) between the two.
While these examples highlight interruptions that carry social or emotional weight, the third category — neutral interruptions — operates differently. Neutral interruptions are not driven by a desire. They have no deeper meaning. 40
Therefore, the key to a successful interruption lies not in the act itself, but in the intention behind it and how it makes the other person feel.
A. Conversations between people are true works of art.
B. And the more powerful men are, the longer they speak.
C. They are neither about power nor about relationships.
D. Sometimes interrupting can be helpful and highly appreciated.
E. Being interrupted while speaking is a common thing to experience.
F. The second type of interruptions, however, can strengthen a relationship.
G. They signal to the other person that you are involved and emotionally engaged.
第三部分 语言运用 （共二节，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。
I always give the same advice to travel enthusiasts: Wherever home is, that is where you should begin. However, I was 41 at following my own advice, for I have rarely explored my hometown — until now. Having canceled all my foreign trips, I 42 to Sweden to travel north from my hometown.
Unsurprisingly, my journey went smoothly, the scenery along the way breathtaking and picturesque, but my guide, Johan, opened my 43 to something else. One day, he asked me what I saw on a snowmobile path 44 with tall trees on both sides. “Trees Forests ” I answered. Johan shook his head, explaining, “Not a forest. A plantation. Forests no longer stand. The trees are planted by humans here.” He 45 that maybe soon, this plantation would be all that was left.
Johan was right. For over half a century now, the ancient forest that once seemed so 46 has continued to be cruelly cut down for bio fuels and paper, and, in its place stand plantations of pine trees. Only a small part of the ancient forest 47 , and that part grows smaller every year.
The Sam, a native people there, are facing an existential (存在主义的) 48 . Their lives and culture are 49 linked to the ancient forest and the reindeer that populate the region. However, the slow - growing lichen (地衣) and mushrooms, which the reindeer 50 , are not found in any pine plantations. Without them, the reindeer population declines. 51 , the death of one means the death of the other, and an 52 future for an entire people.
“We’re not 53 of nature, but part of it.” Johan’s words echoed in my mind as I looked at the 54 forest of the North in the rear - view mirrors (后视镜). Too many of us have forgotten this truth — and with that forgetfulness, we may risk the 55 of not only the wild but also ourselves.
41.A. skillful B. effective C. terrible D. surprised
42.A. pointed B. headed C. referred D. reacted
43.A. eyes B. ears C. shoulders D. arms
44.A. covered B. spotted C. coated D. lined
45.A. demanded B. shouted C. insisted D. added
46.A. valueless B. endless C. limited D. deserted
47.A. remains B. decreases C. matters D. evolves
48.A. destination B. crisis C. opportunity D. celebration
49.A. negatively B. hardly C. slightly D. closely
50.A. complain of B. play with C. feed on D. suffer from
51.A. Instead B. Otherwise C. Thus D. Nevertheless
52.A. unfamiliar B. uncertain C. incredible D. unbeatable
53.A. companions B. residents C. relatives D. masters
54.A. emerging B. expanding C. disappearing D. growing
55.A. survival B. revival C. declaration D. possession
第二节 单句语法填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
56. The careful and systematic __________ (identify) of one’s own learning weaknesses helps improve study efficiency.
57. Regular exercise helps make our bodies highly __________ (resist) to common illnesses.
58. It is recommended that students’ problems with English listening and speaking __________ (address) through daily practice.
59. A profound realization __________ (occur) to me as I watched the sunrise: I had never truly appreciated the beauty of my own hometown before.
60. Many students dream that they will __________ (admit) to their ideal universities.
61. Our school has added more after - class reading activities __________ the request of the students.
62. The Northern Lights and other fascinating natural __________ (phenomenon) can often be explained by the subtle interactions between solar particles and Earth’s magnetic field.
63. Before declaring it your favorite, you should at least take __________ bite of the new dessert to see if you like it.
64. The famous artist, __________ groundbreaking works are being exhibited in the gallery, will attend the opening ceremony next week.
65. Some mushrooms look attractive, but they are in fact highly __________ (poison).
66. With all teaching materials __________ (adapt) for the students’ level, the teacher could finally focus on designing interactive activities.
67. It’s surprising that Tim picked __________ Russian so quickly — he hasn’t lived there long.
68. A good __________ (marry) is about both partners working together to build a happy life.
69. The center provides courses with the intention __________ (raise) students’ critical thinking.
70. The team completed a tough task in an __________ (incredible) efficient way.
第三节 篇章语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
On the evening of May 18th, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Greenfield High School, a spectacular drone light show 71 (hold) on the school sports field.
The show was organized by students, 72 (feature) hundreds of drones forming images of school 73 (symbol), historical moments, and future aspirations. These designs were impressively made to showcase students’ shared values and innovative thinking.
The drones, 74 (equip) with advanced technology, performed flawlessly regardless of the unpredictable weather conditions. They possessed highly 75 (adjust) flight settings to keep running steadily all the time. Also, with thorough preparations, the team adjusted settings and lights 76 (make) sure everything went smoothly.
Mr. Smith, the principal, said it demonstrated how technology could enhance celebrations. He noted that ___77___ various obstacles, such as tight budgets and inadequate technical experience, the initiative turned out a great success and could build community spirits in schools ___78___ such extracurricular activities were severely limited.
The event was more than a display — it gave participants a strong sense of ___79___ (belong) and attracted wide attention. It went beyond entertainment, connecting tradition with innovation ___80___ promoting school pride.
第四部分 写作 （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。
Ryan was an ordinary student who often struggled with schoolwork and other activities. He always compared himself to his classmates and felt he wasn't good enough. While others did well easily, Ryan had to work hard just to keep up. Even his parents’ kind words couldn’t stop the voice in his head that said, “You’ll never be good enough.”
One day, Ryan passed a martial arts (武术) school between tall buildings. Through the foggy windows, he saw students moving calmly and precisely. Their focus was very different from his own worried mind. Interested, he walked inside. A wise - looking man with silver hair — Master Li — welcomed him. “Strength starts with the courage to try,” the master said, as if he knew what Ryan was thinking.
Ryan began learning from Master Li. He practiced kicks and blocks, but he also learned about balance and patience. During a tiring practice, Ryan fell again and again while trying a spin kick (旋踢). “Why do I keep falling ” he cried. Master Li knelt next to him. “A tree grows strongest in the wind,” he said. “Every fall helps your roots grow deeper.” Ryan remembered these words. He kept practicing every day, often staying late to improve.
Then Master Li suggested Ryan join a local martial arts competition. “This isn’t about winning,” Master Li said. “It’s about respecting how far you’ve come.” Ryan felt nervous but signed up. Now his name was on the list with other strong competitors.
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。
On the day of the competition, Ryan stepped onto the stage with a pounding heart.________
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Though Ryan did not win, he gained something far more valuable.
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哈三中 2025-2026 学年度上学期高一学年期末考试英语
参考答案
第一部分 听力
1-5CABCA 6-10 CACBA 11-15 BCACB 16-20 AACBC
第二部分 阅读
第一节 21-23 BBD 24-27 BADC 28-31 DBCB 32-35 CACB
第二节 36-40 DBFGC
第三部分 语言运用
第一节 41-45 CBADD 46-50 BABDC 51-55 CBDCA
第二节
56. identification 57. resistant 58. (should) be addressed 59. occurred 60. be admitted
61. at 62. phenomena 63. a 64. whose 65. poisonous
66. adapted 67. up 68. marriage 69. to raise 70. incredibly
第三节
71. was held 72. featuring 73. symbols 74. equipped 75.adjustable
76. to make 77. despite 78. where 79. belonging 80. and
第四部分 写作
续写部分：
On the day of the competition, Ryan stepped onto the stage with a pounding heart. The bright lights shone down, and the silent audience watched closely. For a moment, his mind went blank. Then he remembered Master Li’s calm voice: “Strength starts with courage.” He took a deep breath and began. His movements were steady — each block, each kick carried months of practice. When it came time for the spin kick, the one he had fallen doing so many times, he paused, focused, and executed it smoothly. He landed firmly, hearing a wave of applause rise from the crowd. Suddenly, his body stumbled a little. But he regained the balance rapidly. At that moment, he wasn’t thinking about winning; he felt proud just to have performed with heart.
Though Ryan did not win, he gained something far more valuable. That was a deep belief in
himself. He no longer compared himself to others, realizing that everyone has their own pace and path. He learned to measure progress not by victory, but by the courage it took to keep trying. No matter when a difficult math problem arose, he broke it into steps, just as he had broken down his martial arts forms. Whenever he met difficulties, Ryan would smile and think, “It’s like martial arts — you don’t fear falling, you learn from it.” He understood now that true strength isn’t about being the best, but about growing stronger each day, both inside and out.
听力原文：
Text 1
M: Guess what Nora made it to the final of the singing competition! I'll go and cheer her on this Friday.
W: Count me in. Who else is competing
M: Jack and Dave from Class 9, and Lauren from Class 11. It's going to be a tough competition!
Text 2
W: What a perfect day for cycling! I know a beautiful riverside path. Let's have a fun ride!
M: Well, I have my hands full today, I must review the notes. I'll have a math test and a history test
tomorrow.
Text 3
M: What should I wear for the outdoor concert
W: We can see a clear blue sky at the moment. However, there's a chance of rain and it might begin to
blow late in the afternoon.
M: In that case, I'll wear a jacket and bring a raincoat.
Text 4
M: Honey, what shall we have for dinner
W: I'm thinking about cooking that fish dish we ate during our trip to Hangzhou.
M: Good idea! Little Amy liked it. Well, how about cooking some vegetables, too
Text5
M: Oh no! The engine is making a strange noise. What should we do
W: Pull over right now. I'll call the repair shop.
M: Alright. I hope they can come quickly. We can't be late for the meeting.
Text 6
W: Henry, I failed my driving test again. I don't want to take it for the third time.
M: What Did you forget to wear your seat belt again
W: No. This time I was so nervous that I didn't pay attention to the traffic lights. And I was speeding.
M: That's dangerous.
W: Yeah. I guess I'd better keep taking the bus to work.
M: The nearby subway station will be open to the public soon. Maybe you can take the subway in the future.
Text 7
M: What a lovely vase! And the table looks perfect with the tablecloth. You really have good taste. Where did you find them
W: Thanks. The table was a housewarming gift from my friend. Since I couldn't find a suitable tablecloth, I bought a piece of material online and made one myself. As for the vase, I got it at a second - hand market. And it cost only 20 yuan.
M: It's such a great deal. The vase looks as good as new. What else does the market sell
W: Everything you could think of - clothes, shoes, books, and so on.
M: Good. I'll go there and get a cap to match my new jacket.
W: Then let's go there together. I also need a painting for my living room.
Text 8
M: Hey, Alice, how's everything going
W: Hi, Allen! Everything is all right. How about you
M: I'm on top of the world! I just got back from a long trip.
W: Where did you go
M: I went on a road trip across the country with my brother and sister. It was a week - long adventure with lots of stops. I visited some amazing places!
W: That sounds great!
M: Have you been on any long trips lately
W: Actually, yes! I just returned from a two - week vacation with my mother in Europe. It was wonderful, but I must say, the journey was pretty exhausting
M: Europe sounds amazing! What were some of the highlights of your trip
W: Oh, so many! I loved wandering through the streets in Paris, and the food in Italy was fantastic. But honestly, the experience of visiting Berlin's museums was the best part.
Text 9
M: Thank you for joining us today, Ms. Evans. Your latest novel is popular. Can you tell us what inspired
you to write it
W: Thank you for having me. The inspiration came from my own experiences and the people I've met during my travels. I believe that everyone has a story to tell.
M: That's fascinating. The characters in the novel are so attractive. How do you bring them to life on the page
W: I focus on describing their backstories and motivations. The process took a lot of time and effort. But it's not like the tiredness and stress I felt when I wrote before. When I created these characters, I always had new and fun ideas. So I really enjoyed the process of writing this book.
M: Sounds good. Your writing often explores themes of identity and self - discovery. Why are these topics important to you
W: I think they're universal themes because almost everyone meets some difficulties in life. Exploring these themes allows me to connect with readers on a deeper level.
M: That's true. Finally, do you have any plans to write a new novel
W: Actually, I'm working on a new novel that explores the family relationship. It's a bit different from my previous works, but I'm excited about the challenge.
M: I can't wait to read it. Thank you for sharing your opinions with us.
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M: Heavy snow and freezing rain have brought lots of trouble across the UK. Several major airports were forced to cancel flights and many key roads in the north of England couldn't be used. With the weather set to stay stormy on Sunday, there is concern that many country communities could be cut off with up to 40 centimeters of snow on the ground. The National Grid, which manages the country's electricity network, said it had been working to get power back across the country. The company's live map shows power cuts in Birmingham in central England, Bristol in the west and Cardiff in Wales. The road network was also heavily affected, on what would have been a very busy day, as many families were returning home from the Christmas and New Year break and students were heading back to universities. On the railways, many services were canceled with National Rail warning of trouble continuing into the working week. Many sporting events have already been put off, but the football match between Liverpool and Manchester United is still on, though there will be another inspection later.

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