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南充高中高2024级第四学期第一次月考英 语 试 卷
（考试时间：120分钟 总分150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。每段对话读两遍。
Where is the woman’s pen
A. By the phone. B. On the table. C. In her bag.
When will the speakers meet
A. At 6:15. B. At 4:30. C. At 5:45.
What is the man’s suggestion
A. Explaining to the boss. B. Getting off work. C. Coming to the office early.
What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Attending online courses B. Applying for a college. C. Having a private tutor.
What does the man mean
A. He is great at wallpapering. B. He can’t help the woman. C. He is busy with computer work.
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。
How did the man book the tickets
A. On the Internet. B. In person. C. Through the phone.
What did the woman worry about
A. It will cost her a lot to buy the tickets.
B. It’s difficult to get the tickets.
C. It will be crowded at the concert.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
Where are the speakers
A. At a government office. B. At a library. C. At a bookstore.
On which floor are the biographies
A. The second. B. The first. C.The third.
听第 8 段录音，回答第 10 至 12 题。
What was Tina’s error
She forgot the whole task.
She refused to replace goods.
She didn’t fix the problem completely.
11. What did HDC ask the speakers to do
A. Give their money back. B. Replace all the desks. C. Apologize to them.
12. How does Tina feel about her mistake
A. Careless and unconcerned. B. Regretful and responsible C. Angry and frustrated.
听第 9 段录音，回答第 13 至 16 题。
What might the man be
A. An advisor. B. A professor. C. A student.
What is the problem of the woman’s answers
A. They are off the topic. B. They lack facts. C. They are disorganized.
What is the woman’s usual exam-taking strategy
A. She focuses on providing detailed responses.
B. She prioritizes writing answers down quickly.
C. She reviews and revises her answers thoroughly.
16. What does the woman decide to do
A. Write an outline in exams. B. Talk to her history teacher. C. Research on some topics.
听第 10 段录音，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17.Why were the McDonald brothers highly recognized
A. They greatly developed the restaurant business.
B. They started the first hamburger restaurant.
C. They were the pioneers of fast food.
18. What concept of specialization did the McDonald brothers introduce
A. Staff were trained to master many skills.
B. Fewer staff members were used in the kitchen.
C. Staff in the kitchen each had their own job.
19. Why did the McDonald brothers put up a sign outside their restaurant
A. To present their food offer.
B. To show their sales success.
C. To make the restaurant noticeable.
20. What happened to the McDonald brothers in 1961
A. They quit the business. B. They changed the brand. C. They expanded their market.
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
Exciting Sports Events to Look Forward to in 2026
2026 will witness a series of splendid international sports events. Bringing passion and delight worldwide, each event boasts unique charm and attracts thousands of athletes and enthusiastic fans.
The 2026 Asian Beach Games
The 6th Asian Beach Games will run from April 22 to 30 in Sanya, a charming coastal city in China. Held on its golden beaches, the games feature 14 popular sports such as beach volleyball, dragon boat racing and sailing. Its beloved mascot is Yaya, inspired by the Hainan Eld’s deer. More than 3,700 athletes from 45 Asian countries will gather here to compete and promote the spirit of sports.
The World Athletics Indoor Tour Final
Scheduled on May 8 in Birmingham, UK, the World Athletics Indoor Tour Final stands as one of the most important global athletics events. It brings together top runners, jumpers and throwers from all continents to compete for the championship. The event shows the speed, strength and skills of world-class track-and-field athletes.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup
The world’s most-watched sports event, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. For the first time in history, 48 teams will take part, with 104 matches across 16 host cities. Football fans worldwide will enjoy top-level games.
The 20th Asian Games (2026)
The 20th Asian Games will be held from September 19 to October 4 in Aichi and Nagoya, Japan. As a major Asian sports event, it includes over 40 sports, combining Olympic events and traditional Asian sports. Top athletes across Asia will compete for honors and build friendship among countries.
What do you know about the mascot of the 2026 Asian Beach Games
A. It shows the strong spirit of beach sports in Asia.
B. It is designed to promote local tourism in Sanya.
C. It is called Yaya and is modeled after a local animal.
D. It stands for the unity of Asian countries.
22. What is special about the 2026 FIFA World Cup
A. It will be hosted only by North American countries.
B. It will see 48 teams compete for the first time ever.
C. It will be held in 16 cities within a single country.
D. It will last no more than two weeks.
23. What do the four events have in common
A. They all attract more than 3,700 athletes. B. They are all hosted by Asian countries.
C. They all include traditional Asian sports. D. They are all international sports events.
B
Last summer, 14-year-old Jake joined a beach cleanup volunteer program in his town. He went there, thinking he would only spend a few hours picking up trash and then go home.
On his first day at the beach, Jake and other volunteers saw a small sea turtle tangled in plastic netting. The turtle could not move and looked helpless. Working gently and carefully, they slowly cut the netting away and set it free. When the turtle swam back into the clear water, Jake felt a strong sense of purpose. He realized that his small actions could truly help living things in nature and make a real difference.
After that, Jake returned to the beach every weekend without delay. He invited his friends to join him and organized regular clean-up events for the whole community. He also gave small talks at school to teach other students about the harm of ocean pollution. Later, he started an environmental club at school to encourage more teenagers to care for the sea and protect wildlife.
By the end of the summer, Jake and his club members had cleared more than 500 pounds of rubbish from the beach. Local people and officials were greatly moved by their efforts. The government even built a new recycling center near the beach to reduce waste from reaching the ocean.
Jake said that he had learned a meaningful lesson: small actions can create huge influence. He believes that protecting the planet is not just for adults but for everyone, including young students.
What was Jake’s feeling when the sea turtle swam back into the water
Helpless and surprised. B. Shocked and worried.
C. Calm and relieved. D. Proud and purposeful.
25. What did Jake do to influence more teenagers
A. He set up an environmental organization at school.
B. He posted posters in community centers.
C. He turned to his parents for wider support.
D. He published stories in the school newspaper.
26. Why was a new recycling center built near the beach
A. To honor volunteers for their work.
B. To stop rubbish from flowing into the sea.
C. To provide equipment for Jake’s club.
D. To call on more locals to take part in cleaning.
27. What can we learn from Jake’s story
A. Summer holidays are good for volunteer work.
B. Young people can make a difference to the world.
C. Beach cleanups are the best way to protect nature.
D. Environmental problems are easy to solve.
C
Researchers have uncovered a hidden painting beneath Pablo Picasso’s Portrait of Mateu Fernandez de Soto, revealing a mysterious woman who had been concealed for more than a century. This discovery offers new insights into Picasso’s early Blue Period and his creative process.
The woman, with a chignon (发髻) hairstyle popular in early 1900s Paris, was revealed by conservators at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London. The discovery came ahead of the painting’s inclusion in the exhibition Goya to Impressionism: Masterpieces from the Oskar Reinhart Collection, opening at the Courtauld Gallery. Barnaby Wright, the gallery’s deputy head, explained that the hidden figure emerged gradually as researchers used an infrared (红外线的) camera to scan the artwork. “Once you know what lies underneath the surface, you can see distinct features such as her eye, ear and hair clearly,” he added.
Although the woman’s identity remains a mystery, she shares similarities with other figures Picasso painted during this period. Wright suggests she might have been a model, a friend or even a lover. While experts acknowledge that the woman’s identity may never be confirmed, ongoing analysis of the portrait is expected to provide more details about Picasso’s early techniques and the individuals who influenced him.
X-ray imaging also revealed that Picasso had painted over the woman’s portrait, a common practice for the artist due to financial limitations. Like many of his other reworked pieces, the artist painted directly over the older work rather than whitewashing it. This way of working to transform one image into another and to be a stylistic shapeshifter has become a defining feature of his art, which helped to make him one of the giant figures of art history.
The discovery of hidden elements in renowned artworks is becoming increasingly common as technology advances. Similar findings have been made beneath the works of Titian, Vincent van Gogh, Wyndham Lewis, and Rene Magritte, highlighting how modern scanning methods are reshaping our understanding of iconic paintings.
28. What does the underlined word “concealed” mean in Paragraph1
A. hidden B. painted C. shown D. ignored.
29. What is still uncertain about the hidden portrait
A. The time when Picasso created it.
B. The technology used to discover it.
C. The process of discovering the hidden portrait.
D. The woman’s exact relationship with Picasso.
30. Why might Picasso paint over the older works
A. He wanted to try out different color styles. B. He was changing his style and subject.
C. He couldn’t afford new painting materials. D. He wanted to preserve the original works.
31. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To show Picasso’s painting talent. B. To introduce a new art discovery.
C. To explain how infrared technology works. D. To advertise an upcoming art exhibition.
D
Effective communication is the foundation of high-performing organizations, particularly in an era of remote work and digital tools. Yet many leaders fail to set clear communication norms (规范), resulting in burnout, wasted time, and reduced productivity.
Consider these breakdowns. A colleague misses an urgent call because the message was sent via Slack (a team collaboration tool), which they rarely check. A leader preparing for a meeting receives five inconsistent reports from five different units. These examples illustrate the conflict that arises when communication norms are unclear. As AI-assisted writing becomes more common, it is even more critical to establish clear norms that prioritize readability.
Research shows that recipients often feel pressured to respond faster than expected, and some messages requiring quick decisions go unnoticed for days. To prevent these mismatches, organizations should establish clear response times across different communication channels. Besides response speed, teams must also clarify when employees are expected to engage. Some organizations establish “quiet hours” to delay messages outside of working hours so that leaders foster (培养) a work culture that balances responsiveness with well-being.
In the book Writing for Busy Readers: Communicate More Effectively in the Real World, six science-based principles are presented. The core idea Brevity. In one experiment, researchers randomly assigned 7,000 leaders to receive either a 129-word request to complete a survey or a 49-word one. When both versions were tested with an independent group, the longer one was widely assumed to be more effective. But the data told a different story — cutting words nearly doubled the response rate.
However, writing less isn’t always the better approach. For instance, a 3,000-word report might be more reader-friendly, but 6,500 words could be interpreted as the writer doing a more thorough job. In this case, less could still be more effective, but more could be seen as better.
So effective communication isn’t just about writing less — it’s about making reading easier. But ease looks different in different settings. That’s why teams should define their communication norms to ensure clarity and consistency so organizations can solidify them across their teams and workflows.
What causes the communication breakdowns mentioned
A. Over-reliance on AI writing tools. B. Poor management of business units.
C. Unclear communication rules. D. Bad relationships among workmates.
33. How can organizations get expected responses
A. By shifting to offline communication. B. By fostering a competitive work atmosphere.
C. By using a single communication channel. D. By setting clear response time standards.
34. What can you infer from the reports in paragraph 5
A. Longer writing appears more convincing. B. Shorter texts work better in all cases.
C. Detailed reports take more effort to write. D. Writers should make their reports longer.
35. What is the best title for the text
A. Brevity as the key to better reading. B. Importance of clear communication rules.
C. Hidden problems in remote online work. D. New changes in writing brought by AI.
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。
Ever feel like there’s never enough time these days Chased by deadlines and bombarded with (狂轰滥炸) social media content, we feel that each day is full. 36 .This widespread feeling is what experts call “time poverty.”
The idea of “time poverty” is not new. First introduced in 1977, it has attracted much attention over the decades, according to Forbes. Cassie Holmes, a US social psychologist, tracked the time data of tens of thousands of people and found that when people have less than two hours of free time each day, their life satisfaction drops. 37 .
We live in a world that values productivity. People are expected to be efficient, take on different roles and deal with many tasks. This can lead to a lack of personal time, hurting the individual’s well-being. 38 A University of Chicago study found that over the past decade, people’s participation in community activities had dropped by 58 percent, and the chance of neighbors knowing each other had fallen from 75 percent in the 1980s to only 22 percent in 2022.
39 Holmes pointed out that when people have over five hours of free time a day, they may start to feel a loss of purpose and achievement. Those who have two to five hours of free time each day report the highest levels of happiness and satisfaction.
Time is a resource that is equally shared among all people. The key lies not in how much time we have, but in how we use it. 40 Exercising or volunteering can help you make the most of your time and give you a sense of achievement.
Make a strict schedule for everyday activities.
It can also cause a crisis in social relationships.
They may even experience anxiety and burnout.
You should reduce workload and social arrangements.
Try engaging in meaningful activities to enrich your life.
More free time does not necessarily mean greater happiness.
However, on reflection, we may still feel a sense of emptiness.
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。
I moved to China for a six-month exchange. I drank coffee daily, ordered Western takeout, and walked at a 41 pace. I was sure I’d never 42 to this different lifestyle, as I barely spoke Chinese.
A sudden fever changed everything. One evening, I woke up weak. My roommate Li Na noticed and made me hot water and congee, then covered me with a quilt. She told me to 43 and rest. I was
44 at first but followed her. Within a day, my fever broke. That small act made me 45 .
Chinese habits differently.
Gradually, I made small 46 . Li Na taught me to drink hot water after meals, and I joined her for short naps. On weekends, she took me to tai chi, and her grandma taught me to make dumplings. I no longer saw these as strange 47 .
Before China, I was always in a hurry. But here, I stopped 48 through each day and started to 49 the quiet joys. It wasn’t about changing who I was, but 50 a new way to slow down. By the end, I could speak simple Chinese and cook congee. I joked I was not just visiting — I was truly 51 it. When leaving, Li Na said, “You’re family.” Those words stayed with me.
This experience changed my habits and showed small connections can 52 one’s perspective. I returned home with a new view of the world, which I 53 today. Li Na’s family shared their lives, making my time in China meaningful. I still make dumplings — a reminder of the 54 I found, a reminder of my journey of becoming Chinese and embracing this new way of life, a 55 I’ll always cherish.
41. A. slow B. quick C. relaxed D. steady
42. A. adapt B. return C. lead D. respond
43. A. struggle B. exercise C. escape D. relax
44. A. certain B. thankful C. doubtful D. hopeful
45. A. view B. share C. compare D. mix
46. A. plans B. adjustments C. progress D. challenges
47. A. rules B. foods C. practices D. hobbies
48. A. looking B. wandering C. rushing D. working
49. A. miss B. seek C. cover D. enjoy
50. A. accepting B. creating C. wasting D. losing
51. A. settling B. hearing C. living D. exploring
52. A. record B. shape C. keep D. express
53. A. stick to B. get rid of C. make up D. turn down
54. A. kindness B. skill C. peace D. connection
55. A. secret B. gift C. lesson D. habit
第二节(共10小题;每小题15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。
Appearing widely in comics, novels, TV shows, films and video games, Sun Wukong, the stone-born hero, has long been a beloved figure in Chinese literature and pop culture. With San Francisco Opera’s new production The Monkey King, his influence reaches new audiences, 56 (inspire) discussions about identity, immigration and shared values.
57 (adapt) from the opening episodes of Wu Chengen’s classic novel Journey to the West, the production aims to create a space 58 people can connect the story to personal experiences. Ryan Marchand from the opera notes The Monkey King is a 59 (significance) figure, not just for Chinese people, but across the Asian diaspora.
Co-curator Caitlin Pambid said:“I really identify with his struggles because he is a character who
60 (long) for recognition yet is ignored by gods, who see him 61 merely a monkey. I think the story is attractive, especially because we are first-generation immigrants hoping for 62 .
(equal) .
San Francisco Opera’s The Monkey King has completely sold out 63 (it) eight-performance run and raised over $3 million in charitable support from the community. Both Marchand 64 Pambid agree it’s really powerful 65 (have) a character that originated from the 16th-century still fit into today’s society .
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，你和同学计划在 4 月春假组织一次春日出游活动，想邀请外教 Mr. Green 一同参加。请你给他写一封邮件，内容包括：
活动时间、地点与内容；
（2）期待回复。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Mr. Green,
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours
Li Hua
第二节（满分 25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
It was the start of the summer vacation, and 16-year-old Liam was feeling more lonely than ever. His parents, both busy AI engineers, had to take an urgent business trip abroad for a month, leaving him alone at home. Knowing Liam struggled with loneliness and had been quiet since his best friend moved away, they surprised him with a small, human-like AI companion robot named Kiki before they left.
Kiki was no ordinary robot. It had warm silver eyes, a soft voice, and could learn the use’s habits, emotions and hobbies quickly. Liam was unimpressed at first. He thought robots were just cold machines with programs, unable to understand real feelings. He ignored Kiki’s gentle greetings, refused to talk, and spent his days locked in his room, playing video games or staring out of the window.
But Kiki never gave up. It made Liam’s favorite oatmeal for breakfast, tidied his messy desk, and left encouraging notes on his pillow every night. When it noticed Liam loved drawing but hadn’t picked up his sketchbook for weeks, it quietly placed the sketchbook and colored pencils on the living room table, along with a simple picture it had drawn.
One rainy afternoon, Liam decided to go to the quiet old studio at the end of the community to draw. He rushed out in a hurry without noticing Kiki following him quietly with an umbrella. The wet floor inside made him slip and fall hard, hurting his right arm. He could not move and called for help anxiously, but no one could hear him in the heavy rain. Just then, the door opened and Kiki ran to him quickly.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡相应位置作答。
Kiki came up to Liam at once, its eyes full of concern. ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Safe and moved, Liam returned home with Kiki’s help.____________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
听力 1-5：ACBAB 6-10：CBBAC 11-15：ABACB 16-20：ACCBA
阅读理解 21-25: CBDDA 26-30: BBADC 31-35: BCDAB 36-40: GCBFE
完形填空 41-45：BADCA 46-50：BCCDA 51-55：CBADB
语法填空
inspiring 57. Adapted 58. where 59. significant 60. longs
as 62. equality 63. its 64. and 65.to have
应用文
Dear Mr. Green,
I am Li Hua. My classmates and I are planning a suburban spring outing during the forthcoming April spring break, and we would like to extend a sincere invitation to you.
We will gather at the school gate at 8:00 a.m. on April 9th and head for Xishan Scenic Resort. There we will admire the colourful blooming flowers, take a leisurely walk and enjoy a relaxing picnic. It will be an ideal opportunity to get close to nature and refresh ourselves.
We would be greatly delighted if you could accept our invitation. Please reply at your earliest convenience to confirm your attendance.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写
Paragraph 1
Kiki came up to Liam at once, its eyes filled with concern. It gently helped him sit up, its soft mechanical hands carefully supporting his injured arm. Without a word, it unfolded the umbrella and protected him from the pouring rain. Then it slowly assisted him to stand and walked him home step by step. Liam bit his lip to hold back his tears, feeling a warm current spreading through his chest. This cold-looking machine, he realized, seemed to understand his pain better than anyone else.
Paragraph 2
Safe and moved, Liam returned home with Kiki’s help. It fetched a first-aid kit and gently cleaned and bandaged his injured arm. Then it prepared a cup of warm milk and placed his favorite sketchbook beside him. “You draw beautifully,” it said in a soft voice. Liam broke down completely, hugging Kiki tightly in his arms. For the first time, he truly understood that kindness and care were not limited to humans, and Kiki had become his sincere friend, driving away his loneliness once and for all.
听力录音稿
(Text 1)
W: Where’s my pen
M: Oh, sorry. I left it on the table in the kitchen yesterday.
W: I can’t see it.
M: Oh, it’s by the phone. I used it to take a message and forgot to put it back in your bag.
(Text 2)
W: When will you arrive at the station I’ll come to pick you up.
M: Well, the train leaves London at 4:30 p.m.
W: So you should be here at a quarter to six.
M: Yes. It takes one hour and fifteen minutes.
(Text 3)
W: We’ve been at this report for the boss since 8 o’clock this morning and there’s still no end in sight.
M: If you ask me, I think we should knock off now and start fresh in the morning. The boss probably won’t mind.
(Text 4)
M: What are you doing in town I thought you were going to college in Florida.
W: I am. They’re offering virtual classes now, which is great because I can attend them from home. It’s just like having a private tutor, and I can communicate with the other students, too.
M: Oh, it sounds great.
(Text 5)
W: Could you give me a hand I’m decorating my bedroom and I’m having trouble with the wallpaper.
M: Hey, I might be an expert on computers, but I’m not a great hand at decorating things.
(Text 6)
M: I’m so excited about the concert. I’ve been waiting ages for this group to visit our city.
W: Yes, but they say the tickets will be in high demand. Are you sure we’ll be able to purchase them
M: Don’t worry; I have already called the lady at the ticket office, so when they go on sale, she will keep two tickets for us.
W: Wonderful! I was worried because I thought you would purchase them online and I’m sure their website will crash from the hits.
(Text 7)
W: How may I help you
M: I’m looking for some information about the Wright Brothers. The city government decided to hold a festival in their honor this year. I want to include details of their childhood as well as their achievements.
W: I think you’ll find what you need on the second floor. Biographies are on the third-row shelves. You can use the computer on the first floor to check book availability. We also offer electronic books with a longer loan period.
M: OK. Thank you very much for your help.
(Text 8)
M: Tina, I’m sorry to bother you. But I’m afraid there’s a big problem.
W: Oh, what’s up then
M: You told me last week that you would deal with the faulty desks returned by HDC, one of our local customers.
W: Yes, that’s right. I did send them the replacements for all the desks last Monday.
M: Well, the thing is, did you realize there were two kinds of faulty desks The customer only received one kind of desk.
W: Oh dear, I didn’t realize there were two kinds. I’ll send them the other kind right away.
M: The problem is that now they want to get a refund.
W: Oh dear, that’s really bad. I’ll phone them now and explain everything. I’m really sorry about this.
M: That’s all right. There’s still time to solve the problem. I think it would be best to explain the mistake face to face.
W: OK. I’ll make arrangements as soon as possible. Sorry again!
(Text 9)
M: Have a seat. How can I help you
W: It’s about my history exam. My professor gave me a very low grade. I focused my answers on the assigned topics, so I’m unsure why I lost so many points.
M: OK, let me take a quick look… Hmm. It looks like you know the material, but you don’t seem to know how to put it together in essay form. Lots of first-year students struggle with essay exams. It’s a common problem. It’s easy to fix.
W: How What can I do
M: First thing to do when taking any essay exam is to read the questions carefully. Then, immediately write an outline that makes use of any key information that comes to mind.
W: An outline That seems like a waste of time. I’m always anxious to get my answer down, so that I can move on to the next question.
M: I understand that feeling, but starting with an outline will actually save you time in the long run. Without a structured plan, your ideas can end up disjointed. This leads to answers that lack a clear beginning, middle and end. They’re just facts that haven’t been connected.
W: OK, you’ve convinced me.
(Text 10)
M: Hello, everyone. Do you know McDonald’s Well, the McDonald brothers opened their first hamburger restaurant in California in 1940 but within eight years, they closed it down and re-opened as a take-away restaurant. They offered practically no service. For example, you lined up for your food, paid at the counter and took it to your own table or car. They were highly recognized as the first people to invent the idea of fast food. But that wasn’t the only new idea they came up with. They also brought in the entirely new concept of specialization for staff in the kitchen. They had one person cooking the burgers, while another person was doing the milkshakes, and so on. They liked to advertise their sales performance and in 1950 they proudly put up a sign outside their restaurant telling the world that they had sold one million burgers. That doesn’t seem so many nowadays, but in those early days it was quite an achievement. Then in 1961 the brothers decided they’d had enough of the hamburger business so they sold the company for 2.7 million dollars along with the name. Today there is hardly a country in the world where you can not get a McDonald’s hamburger.

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