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湖南省邵阳市2026年高三第二次联考英语试题
本试卷共10页，满分150分。考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡上。将条形码横贴在答题卡上“条形码粘贴区”。
2.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B 铅笔在答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案。答案不能答在试卷上。
3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答无效。
4.保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，只交答题卡，试题卷自行保存。
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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. What hobby does the woman plan to develop
A. Rock climbing. B. Watching movies. C. Building blocks.
2. How does the man describe Eric
A. Humorous. B. Observant. C. Curious.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A painting. B. The gallery staff. C. The painter's name.
4. Why does John feel blue
A. He didn't pass the exams.
B. He can't keep the balance of his study.
C. He isn't satisfied with the results.
5. Where are the speakers
A. In a convenience store. B. In a cake shop. C. At home.
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。
听下面的录音，回答第6、7题。
6. Why does the woman want to move house
A. To save money on rent.
B. To avoid cold weather.
C. To change living environment.
7. How does the woman's sister keep warm
A. By wearing a down coat.
B. By wearing woolen gloves.
C. By heating her feet.
听下面的录音，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the man like about rainy days
A. Carrying an umbrella. B. Listening to the raindrops. C. Reading on rainy days.
9. What does the man worry about
A. The bay window needs cleaning.
B. The curtain might get dirty.
C. The books might get wet.
10. Why does the man read every day
A. He reads stories to his kid.
B. He enjoys reading himself.
C. He needs to improve himself.
听下面的录音，回答第11至 13题。
11. Which places does the man's family prefer to go to
A. Beijing and Xi’ an. B. Beijing and Guilin. C. Shanghai and Guilin.
12. Which of the following is the most attractive to the man's son
A. The hutongs. B. The Great Wall. C. The Forbidden City.
13. When will the man's family probably see the Big Wild Goose Pagoda
A. On the second day. B. On the fourth day. C. On the sixth day.
听下面的录音，回答第14至 17题。
14. What was the blogger's initial state like
A. Fit and energetic. B. Unfit and lazy. C. Motivated and disciplined.
15. How did the blogger start his journey
A. By running long distances.
B. By choosing healthier snacks.
C. By starting a strict diet.
16. What motivated the blogger to keep going on
A. Family's encouragement. B. His friends' support. C. Physical changes.
17. What is the most remarkable achievement of the blogger according to the man
A. Losing weight. B. Gaining muscle. C. Building a community.
听下面的录音，回答第18至20题。
18. What does Rich Merritt think of bird watching
A. It's an accessible activity.
B. It requires some experience.
C. It involves special equipment.
19. Who is Sharon Stiteler
A. A bird expert. B. A writer. C. A director.
20. When is considered a good time for bird watching
A. At dawn. B. At noon. C. At dusk.
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。
A
The Grand Canal Cultural Heritage Digital Museum
Welcome to the Grand Canal Cultural Heritage Digital Museum, a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of China's UNESCO World Heritage site, theGrand Canal. Opened in June 2021 in Yangzhou, the museum combines cutting-edge technology with rich historical narratives to bring the canal's story to life.
Visitor Guide at a Glance
Category Details Notes
Opening Hours 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Last entry at 4:00 PM
Closed On Mondays Except national holidays
Admission Free Online booking required
Recommended Visit 2-3 hours —
Highlights 1. Digital River Hall 5D immersive experience
2. Ancient Ship Hall Real Song Dynasty ship
3. Culture Market Hall Interactive trade games
Audio Guide Available 20 rental fee
Exhibition Highlights
The Digital River Hall offers a breathtaking 5D immersive experience, allowing visitors to virtually sail along the canal through different historical periods. The Ancient Ship Hall displays a remarkably preserved Song Dynasty vessel, illustrating ancient nautical engineering. Meanwhile,the Culture Market Hall engages visitors with interactive games that simulate historical trade activities, making learning both fun and memorable.
Planning Your Visit
We recommend allocating 2-3 hours for your museum exploration. While admission is free, all visitors must make an online reservation through our official platform. Please present your ID card for entry. For an enhanced experience, audio guides are available for a rental fee of 20, providing detailed commentary in multiple languages.
Virtual Access
For those unable to visit in person, our comprehensive“Cloud Canal” digital platform offers 360-degree virtual tours, 3D artifact models, and educational games, ensuring global access to this cultural treasure.
Expert Insight
As Dr. Lin, the museum's chief curator, emphasizes,“This museum is not just about preserving artifacts; it's about creating living connections between the past and present. Our goal is to make the Grand Canal's history accessible and engaging for generations to come. We see it primarily as a dynamic educational base for the public.”
21. What is the latest time a visitor can enter the museum on a Wednesday
A. At 4:00 p. m. B. At 5:00 p. m.
C. At 9:00 a. m. D. At 12:00 p. m.
22. What can visitors do in the Culture Market Hall
A. Rent an audio guide. B. Participate in interactive games.
C. Experience a 5D virtual sail. D. See a real Song Dynasty ship.
23. What does Dr. Lin suggest regarding the museum
A. Preserving rare historical artifacts.
B. Making the canal history well-known.
C. Being a living classroom for the public.
D. Building links between different nations.
B
On February 18, 2026, Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming made history at the Milan-CortinaWinter Olympics. The 22-year-old athlete claimed the gold medal in the men's slopestyle event. This was not merely Su's personal victory but also the first gold medal for the Chinese team at these Winter Games, which evoked a surge of national pride.
Su Yiming had to perform three runs in the final. In his first run, he scored 82.41 points,which turned out to be the highest score in the whole competition. Due to this amazing result,Su took the lead early. In his second run, he got 79.90 points. In the third run, he earned82.18 points. In the end, his best score, 82.41, helped him secure the gold medal.
After the victory, Su Yiming told journalists that he was over the moon. He said,“Itrained really hard for four years. Today, my dream has finally been realized.” He also shared that it was his birthday, making the gold medal the best gift he had ever received.
Earlier, on February 8, Su Yiming had already participated in the big air event and won a bronze medal. But at this slopestyle final, he showed his skills once more by winning gold.Many people know that Su was once a teenage actor. In 2014, he played a minor role in the movie The Taking of Tiger Mountain. However, he decided to focus on snowboarding and undertook training at the age of four.
At the Beijing Winter Olympics in 2022, he earned one gold and one silver medal. Four years later, he became a champion again. His story has encouraged many young people. He proves that through hard work and passion, dreams can be finally fulfilled. Su often says,“Never lose heart. Keep trying, and you will succeed.” With this new gold medal, Su Yiming has shown that he is one of the top snowboarders in the world.
24. What made Su's gold medal special at the 2026 Winter Olympics
A. The best record he set. B. China's first gold at the games.
C. His first Olympic medal. D. A surge of national pride.
25. What did Su think of the gold
A. His dream came true. B. He felt no pressure.
C. It was easier to win. D. It was his third gold.
26. What can be inferred from the text
A. Sports changed his life. B. Talent brought success.
C. Acting made him famous. D. Effort led to victory.
27. Which words best describe Su
A. Persistent and passionate. B. Mindful and modest.
C. Ambitious and adventurous. D. Competitive and creative.
C
Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) represent a major advance in medical technology. These devices were developed to restore motor and communication functions in patients with neurological conditions. By interpreting neural signals, BCIs enable control of external devices through thought. This technology shows significant potential for cognitive rehabilitation(康复)and new treatments for complex disorders, attracting numerous research interest.
However, the continuous monitoring of brain activity raises substantial ethical concerns regarding cognitive privacy and mental dependence. Unlike digital footprints that can be managed, neural data may reveal unconscious biases and hidden emotional states. The fundamental dilemma involves determining data ownership and control: should this sensitive information be governed by individual users, technology corporations, or medical institutions Current legal frameworks provide insufficient protection for what experts term“neuro-rights”,creating a regulatory gap that requires urgent attention.
The effects become particularly significant in legal contexts. Consider situations where legal professionals demand access to witness BCI recordings to check testimony (证词). While apparently serving truth-seeking purposes, this practice could threaten fundamental rights including protection against self-incrimination. Existing legal systems remain inadequately prepared for such evidential challenges. Moreover, since neural data represents an interpretation of biological signals rather than absolute truth, its potential for misinterpretation poses substantial risks to judicial integrity (司法公正).
Beyond legal applications, commercial and social risks present additional concerns.Without comprehensive ethical guidelines, neural data could enable precisely targeted advertising based on subconscious preferences or employment decisions assessing cognitive performance.This development risks creating new forms of discrimination where individuals are evaluated based on neural patterns rather than demonstrated capabilities. The essential privacy of human thought faces challenges from potential commercialization that threatens personal autonomy.
The crucial challenge involves establishing appropriate boundaries for BCI development and application. Responsible progress requires developing ethical frameworks alongside technological advances through collaborative efforts. We must apply BCIs’ therapeutic(治疗的) potential while setting up safeguards against misuse. This balanced approach necessitates ongoing dialogue among technologists, ethicists, and policymakers to ensure these powerful tools serve humanity's best interests while protecting fundamental rights and dignity.
28. What is the primary medical purpose of BCIs according to the text
A. To replace legal systems. B. To monitor digital footprints.
C. To restore neural functions. D. To develop commercial applications.
29. The underlined word“substantial” in the second paragraph most nearly means .
A. Minor and unimportant B. Physical and material
C. Sudden and unexpected D. Large and significant
30. Why does the author mention the use of BCI data in legal proceedings in paragraph 3
A. To propose a new form of digital evidence.
B. To illustrate a potential threat to basic rights.
C. To demonstrate the technology's accuracy.
D. To advocate for its immediate application.
31. What is the main challenge in BCI development discussed in the text
A. Technical difficulties. B. Funding shortages.
C. Lack of ethical guidelines. D. Commercial applications.
D
As nations strive to meet carbon neutrality(碳中和) goals, the global transition to renewable energy—— limited by the intermittent(间歇性的) nature of sources like solar and wind which demands advanced storage for grid stability—— has made developing efficient, expandable,and safe storage technologies a scientific priority. This is stressed by recent groundbreaking studies in Nature, which highlight the progress in this field and note the leading role of Chinese teams in innovating solutions that redefine capabilities and address key limitations of current technologies.
One pioneering approach is hydrogen anion (H ) batteries from the Dalian Institute ofChemical Physics. By designing a novel core- shell structure using cerium trihydride(三氢化物)coated with barium hydride, the team achieved stable room- temperature conduction of H ions————a feat once considered unattainable. Another breakthrough, led by Tsinghua University,focused on all- solid- state batteries with a unique electrolyte that maintains ion mobility at-30℃, addressing seasonal performance gaps long troubling energy storage in cold regions.
Experimental results demonstrate remarkable achievements. The hydrogen anion battery achieved a record discharge capacity of 984 mAh/g, tripling(三倍) the energy density of typical lithium- ion(锂离子) batteries while maintaining excellent cycling stability. Meanwhile,the solid- state battery kept 85% of its capacity after 7, 000 hours of cycling in extreme cold conditions, significantly outperforming international counterparts from Japan and South Korea in low- temperature applications.
Professor Kang Fei, a co- author of the solid- state battery study, emphasized the implications:“This technology not only eliminates the‘winter range anxiety’ for electric vehicles but also supports renewable energy storage in harsh climates, potentially revolutionizing power supply in remote areas.” Dr. Chen Ping, lead researcher of the H project, noted its potential to“open a new battlefield beyond lithium- ion limitations and create more sustainable energy storage solutions for large- scale grid applications.”
These advances position China at the forefront of global energy storage innovation, aiding the worldwide transition to renewables. By overcoming critical challenges in capacity and temperature resilience, they enhance grid reliability, cut carbon emissions, and showcase science's key role in building a sustainable future. This research marks a major step toward global climate goals through technological innovation.
32. What's the function of paragraph 1
A. Summarizing the key experimental findings.
B. Listing the limitations of current technologies.
C. Comparing two new battery technologies in detail.
D. Introducing the research background and significance.
33. What key advantage does the hydrogen anion battery have
A. A much higher energy density. B. Use of lighter common materials.
C. Faster charging in all vehicles. D. Better performance in cold climates.
34. What can be inferred about the solid-state battery from paragraph 4
A. It fails badly in cold weather. B. It powers most mobile phones.
C. It solves the winter range issue. D. It was created by a Japanese team.
35. Which is the best title for the passage
A. The History of Battery Development. B. Breakthroughs in Storing Energy.
C. The Challenges of Storing Energy. D. Making Batteries for Cold Climates.
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。
The Silent Weaver: Threads of Time
In the ancient water town of Wuzhen, a rhythmic clacking echoes from a quiet workshop.Inside, 68-year-old Master Gu sits before his large wooden loom. His skilled hands weave vibrant silk threads into complex patterns. He is creating a brocade (织锦), but he is also guarding a fading legacy. This scene tells a story of devotion. 36
Master Gu learned the craft as a young bov under his grandfather's strict guidance. His childhood was filled with silk textures and comples patterns, not carefree play. The work was demanding; one misplaced thread could ruin weeks ot effort. As a young man, he may have dreamed of life beyond the town's tranqui l canals. 37 When others left for modern cities,he stayed. He became the last keeper of a family skill dating to the Ming Dynasty.
The silent looms became his companions. 38 It required sitting still for hours, holding the entire design in mind while focusing on every detail. In our age of fast fashion, his slow work seemed impractical. Beyond financial pressure, he feared his art would die with him.
Faced with these challenges, he persevered. He began to teach the few young apprentices who showed interest. Progress was slow, but he believed true skill must pass hand to hand. 39 It connects past glory to present appreciation.
Today, his brocades decorate museums and serve as diplomatic gifts. Yet his true story goes beyond fabric. It captures the artisan spirit. 40 In his commitment, we see that a craftsperson's greatest masterpiece is a life of meaning———— weaving a living thread between history and future.
A. The real challenge was mental endurance. B. But the call of duty held him firmly in place. C. Such money problems nearly made him give up the craft for good. D. It is a story where preserving true beauty demands personal sacrifice. E. This spirit is a resilient love that chooses to perfect one thing against change. F. Restoring antique textiles taught him that craftsmanship is a bridge across time. G. It involved mastering hundreds of unique weaving techniques passed down in secret.
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。
Last summer, my parents sent me to my grandfather's farm. To a city boy like me, the idea was 41 . I imagined endless boredom, far from video games and friends. The reality was a 42 of early mornings and physical labor I had never known.
My grandfather handed me a pair of gloves on the first day.“We began with the fence,”he said. I 43 the task with my mind filled with complaints. The sun was 44 , and my muscles ached within hours. Blisters formed on my hands. I 45 wished to give up and go home.
The turning point came one afternoon. After repairing a long section, I stepped back and saw a straight, sturdy and 46 line where there had been disorder. A surprising sense of 47 washed over me. I had built that. For the first time, I looked at the work not as punishment, but as creation. My attitude began to 48 .
Weeks passed. I learned to care for the animals and 49 the vegetable patch. The work didn't get easier, but I got 50 . I woke up without being called. The fatigue was still there, but it was now mixed with a strange satisfaction. I felt useful and capable. My grandfather, a man of few words, once nodded at my work and said,“ 51 .” That meant more than any trophy.
When I returned to the city, I was 52 . The farm didn't just teach me how to work; it taught me why we work. It showed me that real confidence doesn't come from avoiding difficulty, but from 53 it. The greatest 54 1 brought back wasn't a suntan, but a newfound belief that I could face hard things and see them through. That summer, I didn't just grow vegetables; I grew 55 .
41. A. exciting B. terrible C.common D. perfect
42. A. world B. reward C. memory D. result
43. A. enjoyed B. approached C. described D. imagined
44. A. beating down B. calming down C. cooling off D. fading away
45. A. cautiously B. nervously C. secretly D. hesitantly
46. A. affordable B. agreeable C. durable D. reasonable
47. A. fear B. regret C. pain D. pride
48. A. spread B. remain C. shift D. worsen
49. A. tend B. weed C. plough D. fertilize
50. A. weaker B. stronger C. busier D. lonelier
51. A. Hurry up B. Well done C. Be careful D. I'm sorry
52. A. ordinary B. similar C. identical D. different
53. A. forgetting B. fearing C. embracing D. explaining
54. A. souvenir B. lesson C. problem D. promise
55. A. resolution B. flexibility C. significance D. resilience
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
I grew up proud of America's wild places, who cherished hiking in Yellowstone as a child.My trip 56 China's Shennongjia National Park, however, showed me a powerful new story of protecting nature. It 57 (profound) changed my view of a nation on a serious and determined green mission.
When I walked an ancient forest trail in the mist, the deep quiet surprised me. The air, 58 (scent) with damp earth and pine, was clear and cool. My guide, Mr. Li, once cut trees here. Now, he pointed with great respect to rare golden monkeys moving through the canopy(树冠). Their survival shows a real change—— loggers becoming 59 (protect). This personal transformation felt deeply important.
He told me how the government's“green development” idea, 60 took root locally,grew into a shared wish to heal the land, his voice, once used to command work crews, now softened with a different kind of authority. Where machines once 61 (roar), a clean river now flows silently. I saw more than conservation;I saw a quiet cultural rebirth happening in the forest.
Far from huge cities, this showed China trying to balance 62 (grow) with caring for nature. It is a difficult task that makes us rethink the West's own history. In a scientist's calm eyes, as he carefully recorded data on a clipboard, I saw a reflection of the urgent challenge 63 whole world now faces.
Leaving, I carried a strong belief: the most important walls are not between countries, but those we build 64 (preserve) our shared planet. China's lesson, seen in its healing forests,is that real wealth is a currency of clean air, pure water, and thriving biodiversity. It 65 (measure) not just in money, but in our deep, active respect for the Earth that sustains us all.
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，校学生会主席。你校计划开展“倾听一刻钟”活动，鼓励学生每天与同学、老师或家人专注交流15分钟，以促进心理健康。请你用英语写一封倡议信，内容包括：
(1)活动目的；(2)具体做法；(3)呼吁参与。
注意：
(1)词数80左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
A Call for“15-Minute Heart-to-Heart Talk”
Dear fellow students,
The Student Union
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。
My philosophy on stray animals was simple: not my problem. They were part of the city's background noise, like traffic or distant alarms. My parents had always said,“You can't save them all,” and I had taken that as permission to save none.
Everything changed on a cold, rainy Tuesday evening. I was hurrying home, head down against the drizzle, when a faint, desperate sound stopped me. It wasn't a bark, but a sob—— the kind that seemed to curl right into your chest. Huddled under a damp cardboard box in a dank(阴冷潮湿的) alley was a small, trembling dog. Its fur was matted with mud, and one of its back legs was held at an unnatural angle. Our eyes met, and in its gaze was a raw, silent look that broke through all my practiced indifference.
A war erupted inside me. The old voice said,“Keep walking. Someone else will deal with it. You have homework.” But my feet were rooted to the wet pavement. That small,suffering creature was no longer a faceless part of the urban landscape; it was an individual,right here, right now, in pain because of human neglect and indifference———— the very indifferenceI was about to show.
I took off my rain-spattered school jacket. Kneeling in the damp grime, I spoke in a voiceI didn't recognize as my own, soft and reassuring. “It's okay,” I whispered, as much to myself as to the dog.“I' ve got you.” With immense care, I wrapped the jacket around its shivering body, avoiding the injured leg. It shook but didn't resist, a fragile trust that felt like a monumental weight in my arms. Holding the dog, I stood up, my own discomfort forgotten.The walk to the nearest animal shelter, twenty blocks away, was the beginning of a journey Inever saw coming. In the drizzle, I pushed forward until the shelter's warm light came into view.
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
The shelter staff greeted us warmly.
Paragraph 2:
A week later, I returned to the shelter.
2026年邵阳市高三第二次联考试题参考答案、评分标准和录音材料
英 语
题序 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
答案 A B A C C B C B C A A B C B B
题序 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 C C A B A A B C B A D A C D B
题序 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
答案 C D A C B D B A F E B A B A C
题序 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55
答案 C D C A B B D C A D
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)
第二节(语法填空)
56. to 57. profoundly 58. scented 59. protectors 60. which
61. roared 62. growth 63. the 64. to preserve 65. is measured
第一节(满分15分)
One possible version
A Call for“15-Minute Heart-to-Heart Talk”
Dear fellow students,
Our school is launching the“15-Minute Heart-to-Heart Talk” campaign, which is intended to enhance our mental well-being through genuine daily connection.
In our fast-paced academic life, emotional needs are often ignored so stress and loneliness can build up easily. This activity offers us a chance to set aside just 15 minutes each day to talk attentively with a classmate, teacher, or family member———— free from phones and distractions.Just seize the moment to share joys and worries and offer support to each other.
A little talk can make a big difference. Let's embrace this simple yet powerful practice to find your moment and your person.
The Student Union
第二节(满分25分)
One possible version
The shelter staff greeted us warmly. They gently took the trembling dog from my arms,laying it on an examination table. After cleaning its matted fur with warm water and checking the injury, they wrapped the leg in a padded bandage. It stopped shivering, eyes softening as a nurse stroked its head. Noticing my concerned look, they promised daily updates on its recovery. When I took my school jacket and headed back home, I found the drizzle soft, and even the city's noise pleasant.
A week later, I returned to the shelter. The dog bounded toward me, its leg fully healed,tail wagging wildly. The staff laughed, saying it had been waiting by the door every afternoon.As I knelt to pet it, I thought of my parents' words:“You can't save them all.” But holding its warm paw, I smiled and realized compassion wasn't about saving everyone, but about caring for the one in front of you. That rainy evening didn't make me a hero, but it taught me that even small acts of kindness could rewrite a life—— including my own.
听力原文
Text 1
W: I saw a movie last night and I think I will pick up a hobby.
M: You mean you will take watching movies as a hobby.
W: No, the main female character in the movie likes rock climbing very much and it was that skill that saved her from a big fire in a tall building.
Text 2
M: Emily, what do you think of Eric I think he pays a lot of attention to things and notices more about the details than most people do.
W: You are quite right. Besides that, he's also very good at telling jokes.
Text 3
W: What is it What does the painter want to express
M: The staff in this gallery must have put it upside down. No wonder we can't understand it.
W: Oh, you' re right. The author's name is upside down.
Text 4
W: What's wrong, John Why do you look so upset Aren't you happy with the test results You got B plus in all your exams.
M: I could have done better. Well, maybe next time.
Text 5
W: The store downstairs is closed. We' ll have to drive to the nearest supermarket to get the supplies we need to bake the cake.
M: Wouldn't it be easier to go to a cake shop
W: Yes, let's go now.
Text 6
W: It's so cold biking to work in the early morning in the winter. I'm thinking of renting a house near our company to reduce commute time.
M: That's a wise choice. My home is far away from the company, too. I wear a thick down coat and gloves to keep warm.
W: My sister uses warm paste. She feels cold in her feet.
M: Are they effective How long do they keep heating
W: About two to three hours. Do you want some I' ve got a lot in my drawer.
M: That's not necessary. I' ll search online during the break.
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W: Dorothy, look at the sky. It's covered with dark clouds.
M: I'm sure it's going to rain, but somehow I love the rainy days.
W: Don't tell me you want to carry an umbrella or a raincoat all the time
M: I understand what you say, but I find it peaceful to listen to the raindrops falling in front of the window. Speaking of the window, I remember the window in my room is still open.
W: Your curtain might get wet.
M: There are a lot of books on the bay window.
W: It seems that you like reading a lot.
M: There might be some mistakes. You know I read bedtime stories every day.
W: You' re such a good father. Oh, here comes my bus. See you tomorrow at the office.
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M: I plan to travel to China with my family in the middle of September. Do you have any family tour packages
W: Yes, How long would you like to travel
M: Six days and would like a family tour package that includes tours to Beijing and Xi’ an.
W: How about these two tour packages Besides those two places you can choose to visit Guilin or Shanghai.
M: I choose the latter. Could you tell me about it
W: In the first two days, you' ll be in Beijing. The tour guide will lead you to the forbidden city and the Great Wall. You' ll also experience local culture in the traditional Hutongs.
M: Great, my son has been talking about the Great Wall after we decided to travel to China.What's next
W: On the third and fourth day, you' ll be in Shanghai. You' ll go to the Shanghai Tower for breathtaking views and visit the Yu garden. Then you' ll head for Xi’ an where you' ll see theTerracotta army and explore the Big Wild Goose Pagoda to end your journey.
M: Perfect.
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W: Oh, we' re watching the same video. Have you known this blogger for long
M: Yeah, and I have been following him for years. He used to be really unfit and had a hard time managing himself. He went from being lazy and loving junk food to being motivated and disciplined.
W: Right, he mentioned how tough it was to break those habits, but he started small, like taking short walks and swapping junk food for healthier snacks.
M: Yeah, and he said he had to force himself to get up early and exercise. Gradually, he even set strict meal plans to avoid temptation. It was a real struggle.
W: But he stuck with it and gradually he started feeling more energetic and confident. He noticed his body changing and that motivated him even more.
M: Exactly, now he's much fitter and healthier. He's not only lost weight but also gained muscle. Top of all, he built a community around his journey, inspiring others too.
W: It's amazing and discipline and consistency can lead to such a transformation. His journey really shows that change is possible with effort.
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Looking for a fun hobby, you can do anywhere anytime without spending much cash upfront. You can't go wrong with monly known as bird watching, you can do it through your home or car window. While taking a rigorous hike or anything in between, I know bike riders who burned while biking at least by ear, says Rich Merritt, director of operations forOdorbar New York, a nonprofit conservation organization, that focuses on birds as well as other wildlife. Walk outside your back door or even peer out your back window. Many types of birds hang out in backyards, especially if you have bird feeders, says Sharon Stiteler, founder , and the author of 1001 Secrets Every Birder Should Know. As the saying goes, the early bird catches the worm, which is why many birds head outdoors when light first appears in the sky. Birds sleep at night and hungry in the morning. So they have to go out and eat, Stiteler says. Though you can bird watch at other times of day, avoid noon. Noon is when birds are least active, Stiteler says.

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