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辽宁省实验中学 2028 届高一年级下学期第一次月考
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. Where does the conversation take place
A. At a cafe. B. At home. C. At a school.
2. What will the man do next
A. Have a get-together. B. Visit a company. C. Attend a meeting.
3. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Father and daughter. B. Mother and son. C. Brother and sister.
4. How does the man feel about the woman’s reply
A. Bored. B. Surprised. C. Annoyed.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Shopping lists. B. Eating habits. C. Cooking methods.
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. What is the man’s concern about the apartment
A. Narrow space. B. Remote location. C. Pet prohibition.
7. What does the woman suggest doing next
A. Making a call for more information.
B. Looking for somewhere better.
C. Putting in an offer right away.
听下面的录音，回答第 8、9 题。
8. Why does Jason hesitate to take part in the competition
A. He is over the age limit.
B. He is not sure of himself.
C. He is tired of video games.
9. What does the woman advise Jason to do
A. Check the competition rules.
B. Print the competition rules.
C. Have a talk with the designers.
听下面的录音，回答第 10 至 12 题。
10. How much did the man weigh two months ago
A. About 150 pounds. B. About 160 pounds. C. About 170 pounds.
11. How did the woman know how to lose weight
A. From a book. B. From a friend. C. From a cook.
12. What does the man plan to do
A. Change his diet.
B. Learn about an author.
C. Exercise regularly.
听下面的录音，回答第 13 至 16 题。
13. What did the woman like best about the movie
A. The story. B. The scenery. C. The performance.
14. Why didn’t the man like this movie
A. The plot was too simple.
B. The actors acted poorly.
C. The pacing was too slow.
15. What kind of movie did the speakers watch
A. A romantic movie. B. An action movie. C. A comedy movie.
16. What did the man probably think of the movie
A. Too sad. B. Very romantic. C. Quite boring.
听下面的录音，回答第 17 至 20 题。
17. When did the speaker’s family start their traveling
A. On May 1st. B. On May 5th. C. On May 6th.
18. How did the speaker’s family go to Shillong from Guwahati
A. By car. B. By taxi. C. By train.
19. What do we know about Shillong
A. The climate wasn’t good.
B. The transport wasn’t convenient.
C. There weren’t many tourist attractions.
20. What did the speaker’s family do at the end of their vacation
A. They admired the sunrise.
B. They visited tea gardens.
C. They explored thick forests.
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 和 D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Whistler Travel Guide
①Snow-capped peaks and powdered steeps; sparkling lakes and rushing waterfalls; challenging hiking routes
and ②inviting restaurants — Whistler’s offerings suit every season.
Things to do
The entire town displays the ski-chic atmosphere, hosting dozens of ski and snowboard competitions and
festivals annually. In the warmer months, more outdoor enthusiasts come out to play. Visitors can try hiking or
cycling up the mountains. While Whistler is an ideal vacation spot for the active types, other travelers can enjoy the
local museums and art galleries filled within formative exhibits. Plus, there are family-friendly activities and
attractions like summer concerts, along with plenty of shopping options.
When to visit
The best times to visit Whistler are from June through August and between December and March.
How to get around
The best ways to get around Whistler are on foot or by bike. Or, you can take the shuttle buses from Whistler
Village, which transport visitors to Lost Lake Park and the Marketplace. Meanwhile, having a car will allow you
the freedom to explore top attractions like Whistler Train Wreck and Alexander Falls without having to spend a lot
of cash on a cab.
What you need to know
· Whistler receives feet of snow each year. If you’re driving in winter, slow down and make sure to rent or
come with a reliable SUV.
· Snowslides are likely to occur on backcountry routes, so only advanced skiers should take to this
off-the-main area.
· Whistler’s wilderness is home to many black and grizzly bears. Keep your distance and do not feed them.
21. What are active travelers recommended to do in Whistler
A. Bike up the mountains. B. Host ski competitions.
C. Go shopping at the malls. D. Visit museum exhibitions.
22. Which of the following is the most popular among travelers
A. Whistler Village. B. Lost Lake Park.
C. The Marketplace. D. Whistler Train Wreck.
23. What are travelers forbidden from doing in Whistler
A. Driving a rented SUV. B. Feeding grizzly bears.
C. Exploring the wilderness. D. Skiing on backcountry routes.
B
Sofie Roux was accompanying her physician parents on a work trip to Malawi in 2019 when she befriended a
girl named Faith. They bonded over their love of art and their future ambitions: Roux wanted to be an architect;
Faith, an animator (动 画 片 制 作 者 ). But Faith’s school had no electricity, let alone the technology to teach
computer animation.
Roux, who grew up spending her summers in Africa, had raised funds for computers, water wells, and
personal care supplies to make STEAM education (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) more
accessible to girls. The lack of electricity at Faith’s school presented another barrier. So in her backyard in
Vancouver, British Columbia, Roux spent her time designing and building a computer lab inside an up-cycled
shipping container. She named the creation a BloomBox, hoping it would be a space where students would feel
inspired to create something. Roux filled the lab with computing equipment and then topped it with a solar roof for
reliable power.
In the summer of 2021, she took it to Faith’s high school in Blantyre, Malawi. Once installed (安装), the
BloomBox caught the attention of the Malawi Ministry of Education. “They want everyone to be very
technologically literate by 2063, and that starts with making sure young people have contact with technology and
creative maker spaces,” Roux says. The ministry approved a plan to install 70 more labs across the country.
To expand, however, Roux and a team of 30 professionals needed to address issues of efficiency, security, and
transportation to remote communities. BloomBox Design Labs was formed in 2023 as a public benefit company
after moving all production to Malawi and South Africa to bring down costs, reduce transport time, and employ
local workers.
Today, Roux’s friend Faith studies art and design at the University of Malawi. At present, the BloomBox has
four functioning labs in the country. When Roux finishes the 70 planned labs, they will reach 200,000 students
whose love of learning can bloom.
24. What made Roux and Faith bond immediately
A. Their similar educational background.
B. Their plan to improve their school’s facilities.
C. Their common experience of living in Africa.
D. Their shared interest in art and future dreams.
25. What can we know about Roux’s BloomBox
A. It is a small charity center.
B. It is a mobile power station.
C. It is a self-powered computer lab.
D. It is a fully equipped school playground.
26. What does paragraph 4 mainly focus on
A. Benefits the project brings to local people.
B. Financial support from the local community.
C. Measures taken to expand the project efficiently.
D. Technical challenges during the installation process.
27. Which of the following words can best describe Roux
A. Humorous and kind. B. Ambitious and creative.
C. Sympathetic yet cautious. D. Adaptable but conservative.
C
Reunions offer a chance to reflect on how much has changed. One happened in Hollywood when Here
premiered (首映), bringing together the actors, director and writer behind Forrest Gump 30 years later for a new
film. The stars were “de-aged” using new AI tools, making them more youthful in some scenes and enabling the
film-makers to see the transformation in real time while shooting.
With the use of generative AI in film-making come things worth watching. The first is how AI will be used to
tell new types of stories, as storytelling becomes more personalized and interactive. No one is quite sure how the
nature of storytelling will change, but it is sure to. David Thomson, a film historian, compares generative AI to the
coming of sound. When movies were no longer silent, it changed the way plot points were made and how deeply
viewers could connect with characters. Cristobal Valenzuela, who runs a company providing AI-enhanced software,
says AI is like a “new kind of camera”, offering a fresh “opportunity to re-imagine what stories are like”. Both are
right.
Another big development to watch is how AI will be used as a time-saving tool. Generative AI will automate
and simplify complex tasks like film-editing and special effects. For a glimpse of the future, watch Everything
Everywhere All at Once, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2023. It featured a scene that used a
“rotoscoping” tool to edit out the green-screen background and make a talking rock more believable. It shortened
into hours what might have otherwise taken days of video-editing.
What is also noticeable is more dramatic conflicts between creators and those running AI platforms. This year
is likely to bring floods of lawsuits from authors, musicians and actors about how their works have been used to
train AI systems without permission or payment. Perhaps they can agree on some sort of licensing arrangement, in
which AI companies start paying copyright-holders.
It will probably be a few years before a full-length film is produced entirely by AI, but it is just a matter of
time.
28. What can we learn about the film Here
A. It relates a story about youth. B. The theme of the film is reunion.
C. AI tools are employed in the film. D. It is adapted from Forrest Gump.
29. What does David think of AI’s application in film-making
A. Transformative. B. Destructive. C. Representative. D. Relative.
30. Why does the author mention the film Everything Everywhere All at Once
A. To show the high efficiency of AI tools. B. To demonstrate the influence of the film.
C. To analyze a novel way of video-editing. D. To praise the hard work behind the scenes.
31. What is the article mainly about
A. Conflicts between man and machine. B. AI’s huge effects on film production.
C. Disadvantages of dependence on AI tools. D. Hot debate on the use of technology.
D
Companion (陪 伴 )animals, particularly dogs, have been valuable throughout human history, helping in
hunting and guarding. In modern times, as social connections weaken, people turn to animals for emotional support.
However, the environmental impact of pets can be significant. Dogs and cats in the US alone are found to eat as
much food as about 62 million Americans. Having a cat is like driving 5 minutes to a shop in a fuel-hungry SUV.
The solution comes with the development of intelligent robot animals powered by machine learning. It is well
known that humans are able to bond with machines. While we know robots aren’t alive, we tend to see human-like
qualities in them. We often form emotional connections when they respond to us. New tech takes this to the next
level.
In the early 2020s, Amazon introduced a home robot based on its Alexa voice-operated interface. But people
worried it was recording information about their activities and sending it back to Amazon.
To allay these fears, a tech company from Bangalore in India created “dumb” (笨) robots, which were built
without Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and with no internet connection. Their neural (神经的) networks aren’t outsourced to
the cloud, but they are self-contained, just like the brain of a biological dog. The technology, known as edge AI,
had been developed a decade earlier, but the company improved it for its robot pets. People bonded rapidly with
such devices, and reported deep trust in them.
While these robots don’t physically grow, they learn and develop cognitively (认知地) over time, just like
little dogs or cats. They can walk, run, jump, play, and also interact with humans. Their personalities are partly
pre-programmed, but they are also shaped by interactions with their owners. Some features are unpredictable, much
like the way a real pet’s personality develops. The robots, originally modeled after cats and dogs, are made with
soft materials and artificial fur. Later models include designs like dragons and Ewoks from Star Wars.
Robot pets are sometimes hardwired to be devoted to their primary owner. They can be forced to love us. And
many people find themselves loving their artificial pets. Their love feels real, and it doesn’t matter that they aren’t
real.
32. What phenomenon is described in paragraph 1
A. Companion animals contribute much to environmental problems.
B. People rely on animals too much for emotional support.
C. People no longer care about social connections.
D. Food crisis poses a threat to our life.
33. What does the underlined word “allay” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Relieve. B. Express. C. Confirm. D. Understand.
34. What can we know about the “dumb” robots
A. Their appearance changes over time.
B. They require human training for basic actions.
C. They are limited to conventional animal designs.
D. Their personality is partly shaped by experiences.
35. What can be the best title for the text
A. How pets win the heart of humans
B. The rise and fall of Amazon’s home robots
C. Why people can bond with non-living things
D. Robot pets: a greener way to enjoy company
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。
How to Overcome Gym Anxiety
Here are some practical tips to help you overcome anxiety in the gym and create a positive, empowering
experience for yourself.
Set realistic expectations.
The first step in overcoming gym anxiety is to set realistic expectations. Understand that everyone starts
somewhere and that the gym is a place for personal growth and improvement. 36 Every individual in the
gym is on their own unique fitness journey.
Plan ahead and familiarize yourself.
37 Before heading to the gym, plan your workout routine and familiarize yourself with the equipment
you intend to use. Research exercise techniques and watch instructional videos to gain confidence and knowledge.
By doing so, you’ll enter the gym with a sense of purpose and direction.
Start slowly and gradually.
Ease into your gym routine by starting with exercises and machines you are comfortable with. 38
Taking small steps will not only help you build physical strength but also improve your mental resilience (韧性),
empowering you to tackle new challenges.
39
Having a gym partner can provide huge support and motivation. Consider finding a friend who shares your
fitness goals or seeking guidance from a personal trainer. A supportive companion or an expert can provide
guidance, encourage you during workouts, and help remove anxiety by offering tips and feedback.
Practice mindfulness techniques.
Mindfulness exercises can be powerful tools to fight anxiety in any setting, including the gym. 40
Focusing on your breath and being present in the moment can help calm your mind and remove anxiety.
Additionally, practicing mindfulness during your workout can enhance your mind-body connection, allowing you
to fully involve yourself in the experience.
A. Find a gym partner or seek professional help.
B. Fight gym anxiety and unlock your true potential.
C. Remind yourself that progress certainly takes time.
D. Feeling prepared can significantly reduce anxiety levels.
E. Stepping foot inside a gym can cause feelings of anxiety.
F. Prior to your workout, take minutes to engage in deep breathing or thinking.
G. Gradually introduce new exercises or equipment as you become more confident.
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，从各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的选项。
In 1984, I drafted a letter applying for a job as a copywriter before college graduation. As a history student, I
was somewhat 41 of my writing, so I showed it to a friend who was good at writing. He returned it with a
note, “Cut.”
I reread my 42 , “Dear sir or madam, I wonder whether, by any chance, I might prevail on you…” I
immediately saw his 43 .
Back in my room, I 44 the letter. Once cut, the letter immediately sounded much better. Good writing,
I realized, is not about what you 45 , but what you leave out. For the first time, my dream of being an author
seemed 46 .
I carried this 47 into my own stories. For example, a sentence that once read, “He walked slowly
through Camden King’s Cross Station…” was 48 to “At King’s Cross.” This simple 49 felt like a
kind of magic — it 50 throw my first protagonist (主人公) into the action.
After graduation, while working routine jobs in London, I 51 to write. “Cut” remained my rule. With
a red pen, I turned 52 sentences into clean lines. Then I typed my writings on a typewriter, a machine that
was intolerant of errors. A big 53 came when I bought a computer, and could 54 words freely.
Years later, holding the proofs of my first novel, I saw I could have removed even more. However, without my
friend’s initial 55 , there would have been no novel at all. What I really want to tell him is a simple word:
“thanks.”
41. A. tired B. unsure C. proud D. fond
42. A. opening B. tone C. message D. question
43. A. problem B. humor C. point D. request
44. A. revised B. typed C. submitted D. recited
45. A. believe in B. care about C. get over D. put in
46. A. important B. realizable C. rewarding D. demanding
47. A. result B. spirit C. principle D. opportunity
48. A. expanded B. exposed C. referred D. reduced
49. A. cut B. word C. model D. copy
50. A. carefully B. separately C. instantly D. regularly
51. A. attempted B. hesitated C. continued D. stopped
52. A. flexible B. simple C. broken D. lengthy
53. A. change B. downside C. bonus D. challenge
54. A. find B. delete C. translate D. compare
55. A. explanation B. recognition C. invitation D. guidance
第二节（共 15 小题，每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）
根据课文内容，在句子空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
56. Until a few years ago I was a chef, and ________ happy one at that, but I wanted more out of life.
57. I use my photography to make an impact ________ people, especially when it comes to environmental issues.
58. I was hoping to see a bear or even an eagle, but all I saw was a small group of deer. The view were fantastic,
________.
59. To help deal with this, I go running as often as I ________ (possible) can.
60. Actually, they speak Quebecois, which is a type of ________ (Canada) French.
61. Mum was using Dad’s phone to take photos of the colorful little houses along the coast ________ we saw
something amazing — a killer whale!
62. All too often, great words end up ________ (turn) into cinematic “turkeys”.
63. Movies of course need ________ (impress) images, so why has Alice in Wonderland only resulted in movies
best described as “interesting”
64. One of the key reasons behind this is ________ while a book usually takes a few days to read, a movie typically
lasts under two hours.
65. This is something that even the highly successful Harry Potter movies can’t escape from, ________ fans of the
books disappointed not to see some of their favorite characters in the movie version.
66. The most ________ (question) issue was the actress chosen to play the part of Helen.
67. Many people thought she didn’t live up to Helen’s title of “the most beautiful woman in the world”, ________
(influence) opinions of the movie to some extent.
68. Perhaps one day, readers of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s most admired work will find themselves ________ (glue) to
their screens by episodes of The Great Gatsby.
69. Having seen quite a few ________ (produce) of Hamlet and read the play many times, I was full of confidence.
70. The history of the game ________ (go) back over two thousand years to Ancient China.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）
假设你是李华，你的英国笔友 Tom 对中国中学生的日常生活很感兴趣，请你给他写一封邮件，分享一
个你一直坚持的好习惯，内容包括：
1．介绍该习惯；
2．说明益处；
3．你的感受。
Dear Tom,
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（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。
The school festival was buzzing with excitement, all because of a new contest called “Innovate Your Way.”
This contest was all about making a costume that was as unique and creative as possible, showcasing what one
loves the most.
Lily Adams was surrounded by classmates with cool ideas. One classmate said excitedly, “I’m going to be the
whole solar system, with planets circling around me!” One boasted, “I’ll redefine innovation. I will become a
walking smartphone from the future, showing the digital age with interactive apps and games.” Meanwhile, another
one came up with the idea to dress up as a live weather forecast. He planned to attach LED screens to his outfit,
displaying different weather patterns.
Feeling overwhelmed, Lily wasn’t sure what to do. Her friends had such amazing ideas, and she hadn’t even
picked a costume yet. She shared her worries with her friend Noah, saying, “I can’t make up my mind. Every idea
seems too hard to do or just not exciting enough.”
Noah, always wise, had a great suggestion. “Why don’t you make a costume about gardening You love it,
and it’s something unique to you,” he said. Lily was unsure because the contest was just a few days away. “I don’t
know if there’s enough time to make something like that from the beginning,” she worried. But Noah encouraged
her, “You have a special talent for making something wonderful out of simple things. Use what’s around you.”
Inspired by Noah’s words, Lily thought over her collection of plants and flowers in her garden. Arriving home,
she noticed the pile of old gardening magazines and a forgotten green tarp (防水布) in the garage.
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。
Paragraph 1:
As Lily looked at those old things, a brilliant idea struck her. _______________________________________
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Paragraph 2:
On the day of the contest, Lily walked onto the stage confidently. ____________________________________
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Dear Tom,
How is everything going I’m more than happy to share my good habit with you.
Keeping a diary has been my daily routine for several years. Whenever I feel happy or upset, I write down my
thoughts and feelings in my notebook. It acts like a close friend, listening to my inner feelings patiently. Meanwhile,
this habit helps me reflect on myself and face the twists and turns positively. It also greatly improves my writing
skills.
I truly benefit a lot from this tiny but valuable habit. I believe that good habits shape our life and lead us to a
better future.
Yours,
Li Hua
As Lily looked at those old things, a brilliant idea struck her: She decided to turn the green tarp into a leafy
dress and decorate it with pressed flowers from her garden. She cut the tarp into a lively, natural shape and glued
dried petals and leaves onto it with great care. She also made a beautiful crown with thin branches and fresh wild
flowers. Tired as she was, she felt delighted and proud when her costume was done, a special creation made
entirely from everyday things and nature’s gifts.
On the day of the contest, Lily walked onto the stage confidently. Her costume was simple but amazingly
original, its natural design and clever use of common materials making it shine on stage. It looked fresh and lively,
bringing the beauty of nature right in front of the audience. The judges smiled warmly and praised her for such a
thoughtful and imaginative creation. In the end, she won the first prize. Overjoyed, Lily realized that true
innovation comes from what you love and the ability to find magic in the ordinary.
听力原文
Text 1
M: My friends and I are going to Mary’s cafe after school, mom.
W: But it closes at five o’clock. You won’t have much time there.
M: No, it’s changed. It’s open until seven now. But I’ll be back at about six, I think.
W: All right. That’s fine.
Text 2
W: Mike and I are getting together for dinner. Do you want to come with us
M: Yeah, that would be nice. I have a meeting in about ten minutes. I can meet you afterward if that’s OK.
W: That’s fine. Who is your meeting with
M: The Boston Insurance Company.
Text 3
M: Mom saw that I needed a new backpack, so she’s going to take us shopping today!
W: I wonder if I will get some new shoes today.
M: Why You already have so many!
W: Those don’t fit me anymore.
Text 4
M: Hey Mary, I’m tired. Would you mind driving for a while
W: I would like to, but I don’t know how to drive.
M: Really Don’t you have a license I thought everyone had a license.
Text 5
W: Do you cook vegetables
M: I cook vegetables or I eat vegetables fresh. For example, I’ll cut up a cucumber, and put some salt on it and eat
it with my lunch.
W: I love to eat vegetable sticks, carrot sticks, cucumber sticks.
Text 6
W: This apartment is definitely the best one we’ve viewed so far.
M: I agree. It has enough space, the cost is reasonable, and the location is spot on. However, what about Buddy
Many of these buildings have pet restrictions. I’m not willing to consider a place that doesn’t allow him.
W: Absolutely, we can’t leave Buddy out. Do you have the seller’s contact number
M: It should be in the email she sent. I’ll look it up.
W: Let’s call her now and clarify. We can’t afford to miss out on this place. If we want it, we need to make an offer
right away.
Text 7
W: So Jason, will you have a go at the competition for young video game designers then
M: It’d be really cool if I could, but I don’t know if I’m really up to it.
W: It’s for those who are 11 to 16 years old, so it should be your sort of thing, don’t you think
M: It’s more a question of whether I’ve got what it takes really.
W: But you know a lot about video games.
M: From the point of view of a player… yeah, absolutely… but as a designer, that’s a really different thing. I’ll
definitely have a closer look at the competition rules though.
W: I’ve printed them off actually. You’d better have a look at them before you sign up for the competition.
M: I will. Thanks.
Text 8
M: Wow, I’m really getting fat. I’ve gained 10 pounds in the last two months.
W: How much do you weigh
M: About 170 pounds.
W: Do you exercise regularly
M: Not recently, because I’m meeting a tight deadline.
W: What kind of foods do you eat
M: I usually get take-out or fast food because I don’t have enough time to cook.
W: I was reading a diet book the other day. It said that if you eat meat and nothing else, you’ll lose weight quickly.
One of my friends told me he tried it and lost 20 pounds.
M: That sounds good, but I’m not sure how long I could do that. Well, I think I’m going to try it anyway. Who’s
the author
W: I can’t remember. It’s not that popular. When I get home I’ll check and give you a call.
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W: What did you think of that movie
M: I didn’t really like it much.
W: Really I thought it was pretty good because the scenery was the most fascinating.
M: That’s true. They might even win an award for that.
W: So, why did you say you didn’t like it
M: I thought the story moved along too slowly. I like movies with more action in them.
W: Well, it was a romantic movie, not an action film.
M: True, but it seemed like nothing happened other than people talking.
W: Well, I enjoyed the talking. I like things either romantic or comic. What about the actors Did you like them
M: I usually like the guy who starred in the film, but I don’t think he did a very good job this time.
W: Well, I thought he was great. I almost cried in the end.
M: I did, too… I wanted to cry because I paid to watch it!
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The summer vacation in New Delhi begins on May 1st every year. Much before it began we started planning
how to spend it. I suggested that we should go to Shillong. But my sister insisted that we see Darjeeling. My father
decided that we would go to both places with one month’s stay at each place.
So, it was decided that we would be going first to Shillong and then to Darjeeling. We left the New Delhi
Railway Station four days after the vacation began. It was a very long and tiring journey. The train reached
Guwahati in the evening.
The next day, early in the morning we drove to Shillong. We stayed here for nearly a month in the hotel. The
climate was no doubt cool and pleasant, but there were very few places of interest.
We left Shillong on June 4th. On our way to Darjeeling, we traveled by train. We saw thick forests and
beautiful tea gardens. We reached Darjeeling at about noon. We took a taxi and went to a hotel where reservations
had been earlier arranged by my father. One day we went to the Tiger Hills by taxi at 4 a.m. to enjoy the famous
sunrise. It was a wonderful sight which we had never seen before. And that was the last day of our vacation.

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