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树德中学高2025级高一下学期四月阶段性测试英语试题
本试卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟
第一部分：听力（共两小节，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秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话读两遍。
1. What does the man offer to do
A. Make a delivery. B. Buy some milk. C. Contact the milkman.
2. Why does the man recommend CellMart
A. It offers affordable prices.
B. It is near the woman’s office.
C. It can fix the woman’s cell phone.
3. What does the man mean
A. He sent the suit out.
B. He has collected the suit.
C. He has called the dry-cleaner’s.
4. What are the speakers talking about
A. The bright moon. B. The short winter. C. The snowy scenery.
5. What did the woman fail to do
A. Book the flight.
B. Get the man’s schedule.
C. Send her flight information to the man.
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. Who is probably the man
A. A biologist. B. A rainforest explorer. C. A tour guide.
7. What can participants do every few days
A. Telephone their family.
B. Contact people by email.
C. Learn to deal with emergencies.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What do we know about Cassie
A. She is new to the company.
B. She works overtime without pay.
C. She needs to submit a report on Friday.
9. Why will the monthly meeting be held
A. To improve staff unity.
B. To learn about field updates.
C. To report on individual progress.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 13 题。
10. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Classmates. C. Colleagues.
11. What do the speakers think of doing a project on rainforests
A. Unattractive. B. Informative. C. Interesting.
12. What is the man’s suggestion on the project
A. Asking people for advice.
B. Evaluating the waste people produce.
C. Creating things with recycled materials.
13. What does the man decide to do
A. Surf the Internet for ideas.
B. Organize some fun activities.
C. Talk to the headmaster.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. How long will the man work this week
A. Five days B. Six days. C. Seven days.
15. What happens this Monday
A. Many foreigners appear.
B. The restaurant closes late.
C. People celebrate a holiday.
16. Who can help the man improve his service
A. The local customers. B. The British customers. C. The Spanish customers.
17. What does the man find tough
A. Dishonest customers.
B. Special cooking requests.
C. Negative feedback from customers.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. Why is the Magician’s Pyramid special
A. It has a unique shape.
B. It is the largest pyramid.
C. It was built in a very short time.
19. How did the Magician’s Pyramid get its name
A. From a builder. B. From its design. C. From a tale.
20. What will the speaker talk about next
A. What sports events were held at the court.
B. How the Magician’s Pyramid was built.
C. When the ball games will take place.
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
The upcoming winter season offers a selection of the finest, quickest, toughest and most delightful running events across the UK for those seeking adventure or community spirit.
● Bah Humbug 10K, 1 December
Do yourself a favour and bring towels and plastic bags with you, because every bit of gear you wear during this event is likely to be caked with mud by the end. Therefore, the organisers have done well to ensure there are changing rooms and showers available for all runners.

● Winter Solstice Strider, 8 December
Dig that head flashlight out of the messy drawer for this after-dark run or walk for a good cause. You have a 5K route, which winds through the forest at the St Ives Estate. The route is far from flat and will almost certainly be muddy in places, so make sure your batteries are well charged in case there are emergencies.
sueryder.org
● The Christmas Charity Run, 21 December
This event is run by a most environmentally conscious organiser in the country, and is therefore only open to local runners to reduce car travel. Another great feature is that 7. 50 of the 10 entry fee goes straight to a local charity that supports people with cancer, making this one of the most positive-impact events that you could possibly find.
eventrac.co.uk
● Mapledurham 10& Half, 29 December
Mapledurham events are always well organised and, with unpleasant weather likely, you’ll have to deal with some mud on the various uphills and downhills on whichever of the 10K, 10-mile or half-marathon courses you choose. The organisers have prioritised finding a good route over precise measurements, so all three races have a rather loose relationship with their stated distance.
mstevents.co.uk
21. Which website offers information for night run participants
A. sueryder.org B. C. eventrac.co.uk D. mstevents.co.uk
22. What makes the Mapledurham events unique
A. Eco-friendly goals. B. Flexible race distances.
C. Strong charity focus. D. Muddy running courses.
23. Which column of a magazine is the text probably from
A. Tech Trends. B. Athlete Profiles. C. News Insight. D. Race Guide.
B
Generation Alpha is the youngest identified generation in the world. This generation was the first to be born completely in the 21st century.
Inundated with technology from a young age, the children from Generation Alpha have never known a time without electronics. They have been immersed in electronics such as TVs, computers, smartphones since they were little. Pew Research Center surveyed to find out that more than any other generation, children of this generation were given electronics even before they could walk or talk.
For this survey, parents were asked if their child can have access to a television, smartphone or gaming device. The most common electronic device for children to use was a television, with 88% of children under age 11 using it. The percentage of children who have a computer or gaming device was 44%. When divided by age group, the percentages got higher the older a child was. However, 16% of parents with children younger than five said their child has access to a computer. Similarly, 9% said their child under two had access to a gaming device.
Researchers also want to see the effects this level of screen time has on children. Although there may be positive effects on the digital literacy of Generation Alpha, there also may be many negative effects that have yet to be seen. One of the positive effects of the widespread use of technology is that learning about other cultures on social media has allowed the generation to become familiar with traditions from other countries and cultures.
Considered the most tech-savvy (技术娴熟的) generation yet, from the time they were born, the world was paying attention to Generation Alpha. While there are many predictions about who they will become, it is still up to the members of this generation to create their own identities.
24. Which is the closest meaning to the underlined phrase “Inundated with” in paragraph 2
A. Mixed with B. Flooded with C. Covered with D. Satisfied with
25. What can be inferred from paragraph 3
A. Children prefer TVs to any other devices.
B. TVs are more common than computers in homes.
C. One in ten children has their own gaming devices.
D. Children are more likely to have electronics as they grow older.
26. What is the author’s attitude towards the future of Generation Alpha
A. Uncertain but objective.
B. Positive but careful.
C. Negative but understanding.
D. Worried but trusting.
27. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To express concerns for Generation Alpha.
B. To warn the risks of screen use for Generation Alpha.
C. To introduce Generation Alpha’s relationship with technology.
D. To predict the future lives and social roles of Generation Alpha.
C
Scientists at MIT have managed to change ordinary spinach (菠菜) plants into natural sensors which can find chemicals used in bombs. The secret to giving spinach these special powers is nanotech (纳米技术), which is a scientific area that deals with making or changing things that are extremely tiny.
“Ordinary spinach plants can be found everywhere and easy to store; like other plants, they normally take in carbon dioxide gas,” the scientists say. “But actually they can sense small changes of soil and water potential and respond to them. If we tap into this point, there is a wealth of information to access.” That’s what the scientists use to power their tiny experiments.
For this experiment, the scientists placed two different kinds of tiny nano-materials into spinach plants. To embed (植入) them into the plants, the scientists put a liquid containing them on the bottom of the plant’s leaves. As part of its natural process, the spinach plant pulls water through its roots and into its leaves. If the water contains certain chemicals used in bombs, the tiny sensors in the leaves make the nano-tubes, which, along with the sensors, were placed into the spinach plant before by the scientists, produce a slightly special kind of light. By watching the plant constantly using a camera attached to a computer, the scientists set up a system that can send a warning email if chemicals from explosives are found in the water.
The computer the scientists used is about the size of a playing card. They say that in the future, their system could even use a cell phone with its camera changed slightly. Discovering chemicals used in bombs is just one of the many uses the researchers are exploring. They have used such plants to discover several other dangerous chemicals as well. From their point of view, there’s no doubt that in the future, such systems could give farmers specific information about the health of the land and water on their farms.
28. Why do the scientists use spinach plants to do the experiment
A. They are common in the daily life.
B. They are environmentally responsive.
C. They are small in size and easy to store.
D. They are efficient at absorbing carbon dioxide.
29. What’s the function of the nano-tubes placed into spinach plants
A. Fixing the tiny sensors. B. Containing the liquid.
C. Controlling the camera. D. Giving off plant light.
30. What can you infer about the system from the last paragraph
A. Researchers are confident in its agricultural potential.
B. Future success depends on specialized phone cameras.
C. Farmers have received farm-specific environmental data.
D. The computer can be sized according to scientists’ needs.
31. What is a suitable title for the text
A. Spinach can Grow Healthily via Nanotech B. Spinach Is Sensitive to Chemicals in Bombs
C. Nanotech Turns Spinach into a Chemical Sensor D. Nanotech Protects Spinach from Danger
D
Most of us were raised to think that smart people always know the right answers. From gold stars in school to performance reviews in the office, we’re rewarded for certainty.
Yet as Bidhan Parmar, professor at the UVA Darden School of Business, argues in his new book, Radical Doubt, “Certainty somehow blinds us. The only thing that spoon-feeding teaches us is the shape of a spoon”. His point is unsettling: The very habits we rely on to feel smart — rushing toward the final goals, simplifying complex problems, sugar-coating our initial reactions — are the ones that keep us from making wise choices.
The hardest problems we face in life, whether in careers, relationships, or society, rarely come with single right answers. They’re what Parmar calls “moments of unease”: multi-criteria choices that involve competing goals, high risks, and deep uncertainty. The old playbook of being a “right-answer getter” not only fails here, but backfires. As Parmar explains, “We often treat complex problems like simple ones until we are faced with the reality.”
Our personal and professional environments are more uncertain than ever. Technology evolves faster than regulation, workplaces are more diverse, and social standards are shifting. I’ve watched firsthand that seasoned leaders ignore warning signs because they were addicted to “feeling right.” They simplified the situation when they should have paused or explored, and missed the opportunity that doubt was pointing them toward.
Our brains run on interconnected systems: the Pursue system (seek rewards), the Protect system (avoid threats), and the Pause-and-Piece-Together system (engage doubt and reframe). Prior evidence-based studies report that most of us let the first two dominate, charging ahead or withdrawing in fear. Grounded in behavioral science, the wiser move is to take enough time to notice complexity, question assumptions, and treat our intuition (直觉) not as the only decision but as an alternative. In practice, this means holding competing goals side by side, and learning to say not “I know,” but “I’m learning.”
32. What is implied by mentioning the spoon-feeding
A. Certainty might ruin decision-making. B. Average people can learn few facts.
C. Smart habits secure positive outcomes. D. Simple tools secretly boost creativity.
33. Which might be a “moment of unease”
A. Profiting from stable investments with spare funds.
B. Trying to find a job overseas when a parent falls ill.
C. Treating difficult problems with one’s first intuition.
D. Continuing to develop in one’s familiar research field.
34. What can make leaders fail according to the author
A. Shifting standards. B. Lacking experience. C. Ignoring principles. D. Overlooking doubts.
35. What is mainly talked about in the last paragraph
A. Intuition types and brain functions. B. Initial doubts and competing goals.
C. Brain systems and connection forms. D. Scientific theories and workable tips.
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5）
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。
Art class in high school often gets written off as a fun break, not serious like math or science. But anyone who’s lost himself in painting or designing a poster knows better: art is far from a time-killer. 36 .
Art trains you to notice everything. When you’re drawing a park bench, you don’t just draw wood. You observe sunlight on its edges, or small marks left by rain. 37 . Later, when you analyze a poem or spot lab details, you use that same artist’s eye — the ability to see what others miss.
Art teaches you to adapt to the unexpected. Imagine you start a watercolor painting of a bright sunset, but suddenly the colors spread into a soft gray sky. 38 . Often, that so-called “failure” becomes the most interesting part of your artwork. This is exactly the skill that helps when a test doesn’t go as planned. You adapt rather than give up.
Art enables you to work with people in practical ways. Have you ever done wall painting with your classmates You can’t paint whatever you want. 39 . Similarly, playing in the school band, you can’t turn up your violin too loud. You have to fit in with the other instruments. That’s real-world teamwork, a lesson no worksheet can truly teach.
40 . But art isn’t getting in the way of learning. It’s the kind of learning that lasts, teaching you to observe, adapt, and work with others — skills that truly matter long after school.
A. That close observation stays with you.
B. It shapes how you see the world and who you are.
C. Some may argue, “No time for art — focus on tests!”
D. You listen to others’ ideas and work out a common view.
E. These small details make your drawing look more realistic.
F. Instead of seeing this as a failure, you learn to work with it.
G. It makes you more creative in subjects like math and science.
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 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Like most teenagers growing up in the digital age, I relied on my phone for photos — quick snaps (快照) that were 41 but rarely revisited. My profile on Instagram was a polished collection of such photos intended to 42 my peers.
The transition from sharing images to 43 memories for myself wasn’t immediate. It began with a simple 44 flipping (翻) through family photo albums. I was attracted by the images from my family’s 45 . They weren’t polished, but they held stories that words often couldn’t 46 — of birthdays, ceremonies and family portraits. In those photographs, I saw 47 . I realized that every image was a piece of something 48 : a history that had been passed down.
It was this 49 that led me to pick up my film camera. With just 36 exposures per roll, each photo required 50 , a slowing down to see the world around me. I now take photos of the things that matter most: friends’ weddings, holidays and small moments of joy. If a picture didn’t turn out as I had hoped, it didn’t matter. The 51 became part of the story. They weren’t meant for 52 or comments — they were meant for me, for family and friends.
There’s a sense of 53 when I finally open an envelope of developed prints. I’m 54 back to those moments. And in that sense, my 55 to film photography feels like a desire to regain the permanence and closeness that comes with holding a memory in your hands.
41. A. copied B. printed C. shared D. downloaded
42. A. change B. impress C. support D. instruct
43. A. capturing B. recalling C. organizing D. sharpening
44. A. fact B. act C. task D. rule
45. A. duty B. business C. past D. goal
46. A. prove B. convey C. mask D. continue
47. A. hope B. trust C. ambition D. connection
48. A. larger B. stranger C. simpler D. fresher
49. A. appreciation B. observation C. realization D. prediction
50. A. improvement B. intention C. background D. teamwork
51. A. colors B. inconveniences C. patterns D. imperfections
52. A. likes B. jokes C. deals D. games
53. A. safety B. emptiness C. relief D. rediscovery
54. A. transported B. forced C. withdrawn D. kicked
55. A. claim B. response C. shift D. shortcut
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 单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The growing fascination with traditional culture has spotlighted the “new Chinese-style” clothing, a fashionable blend of ancient and contemporary elements, becoming highly favored among China’s youth during the Spring Festival. This trend is visible 56 various settings, including tourist spots, eateries, malls, and cultural fairs, where visitors put on outfits such as quilted vests (棉背心) 57 (feature) loong and phoenix motifs (装饰图案) and Chinese traditional horse-face skirts.
Recently, 58 was once a preference of the older generation 59 (capture) the hearts of the young, transforming into a vibrant fashion statement. This shift is largely attributed to the 60 (innovate) integration of time-honored Chinese motifs with modern style. The trend 61 (refer) to as “bloodline awakening” among the online community. 62 (remarkable), during a shopping festival from January 13 to 28 in 2024, Douyin (Chinese version of TikTok) reported that videos 63 (tag) with “new Chinese-style outfit” attracted over 500 million 64 (view), with sales skyrocketing more than 21 times compared to the same period last year.
This ongoing blend not only strengthens the connection and pride in one’s heritage but also paves 65 way for new consumer behaviors and trends, highlighting the dynamic influence of traditional culture on modern consumption patterns.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：应用文写作（满分20分）
近几年，由于短视频平台的兴起，短视频越来越受欢迎，可是短视频的弊端也逐渐显现，请给某英语报写一篇短文，内容包括：
1．短视频的发展现状；
2．说明短视频受欢迎的原因及弊端；
3．你的看法。
注意：1．词数80左右；
2．题目已为你写好。
题目：Short Videos: A Double-Edged Sword
第二节：读后续写（满分20分）
阅读下列材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写一段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The old radio station at the end of Elm Street had always been my grandfather’s secret castle. Ever since I could remember, every Saturday afternoon, I would steal up the wooden stairs, watching in awe as he broadcast his beloved show, “Melodies of Memory,” to our small town. His voice, deep and warm like honey pouring from a jar, would introduce each record with a story that made every song feel like it was written just for us.
Last month, when he passed away peacefully in his sleep, the station fell into an unnatural silence that seemed to swallow our whole town. The microphone stood silent, the records gathered dust, and my heart ached with a hollow emptiness. Today, while sorting through his cherished collection in the attic (阁楼), my fingers came across something unexpected — a small, yellowed note in his familiar handwriting inside his favorite Beethoven record. It simply said, “For my Sarah. Keep the music alive.” Those four words struck something deep within me, awakening a determination I didn’t know I possessed.
With trembling hands, I unlocked the station door for the first time since his passing. Everything stood exactly as he had left it, the microphone, the turntables (唱机转盘) and the records all waiting patiently. My eyes welled up with tears as I traced my fingers over his worn leather chair, “Could I, just a quiet high school girl with no broadcasting experience, possibly fill the shoes of a legendary host like him ”
Taking a deep breath that smelled of memories and possibilities, I settled into his chair. I selected his favorite record — Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, the very one that had held his final message to me. Placing the record carefully on the turntable, I watched it begin to spin as I put on the headphones like what my grandfather once did. With a push of the button, the familiar red “ON AIR” sign flashed on. I knew it was the time.
I opened my mouth, but no sound came out at first. My mind went completely blank, the fear of failure flooding over me. Just as panic was about to consume me, the rich, familiar melody of Beethoven’s Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 filled my ears through the headphones. It was the very sound that had always comforted me in my grandfather’s presence. I closed my eyes, pretending he was sitting right across from me, giving me one of his encouraging nods. “Welcome,” I began, my voice, a fragile whisper that quickly gained strength, “to a new chapter of ’Melodies of Memory’. Today, we start with a piece that taught me about the quiet strength of nature, and of family.”
注意：
（1）续写词数应为 80 左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
As the final notes of the music faded, I saw many people moving outside.
树德中学高2025级高一下学期四月阶段性测试英语试题答案
第一部分：听力
1-5 BABCB 6-10 CBABC 11-15 ACABC 16-20 CBACA
第二部分 阅读
21-23 ABD 24-27 BDAC 28-31 BDAC 32-35 ABDD 36-40 BAFDC
第三部分：语言运用
第一节 完形填空
41-45 CBABC 46-50 BDACB 51-55 DADAC
第二节
56. in 57. featuring 58. What 59. has captured 60. innovative
61. is referred 62. remarkably 63. tagged 64. views/viewers 65. the
第四部分：写作
第一节：应用文写作
Short Videos: A Double-Edged Sword
With the rise of short video platforms, short videos have gained great popularity, especially among young people. They are widely loved for their convenience — people can watch them anytime, anywhere — and rich content covering entertainment, study, etc.
However, short videos have drawbacks. Some are of low quality or contain false information. Moreover, excessive viewing wastes time and affects work and study.
In my opinion, short videos are a double-edged sword. We should make rational use of them, choosing valuable content and controlling viewing time to enjoy their benefits without being harmed.
第二节：读后续写
As the final notes of the music faded, I saw many people moving outside. To my astonishment, the town was packed with so many people. They were looking up in curiosity, standing still listening. Some had their eyes closed, others were smiling softly, and a few even had their hands over their hearts. Then, one by one, they began to clap. Tears streamed down my face. I hadn’t just played a record; I had bridged the gap between the past and the present, and in doing so, I had found my own voice. At that moment, I felt a deep connection to him and understood that his greatest legacy was not only about the music, but the courage to share it.
听力录音原文
(Text 1)
M: Would you like me to pick up some milk from the store
W: It’s not necessary. If you look at the front doorstep, you should find the milk that the milkman has already delivered.
听下面的录音，回答第2小题。
(Text 2)
W: My cell phone is broken, but I don’t have much money for a replacement.
M: You should check out CellMart. They often have sales.
W: Do you know where it is located
M: In Green Lane. You pass it on your way to work every day.
听下面的录音，回答第3小题。
(Text 3)
W: Have you got that suit back from the dry-cleaner’s yet They said it would be ready yesterday.
M: I told you I’d stop by for it and I did.
听下面的录音，回答第4小题。
(Text 4)
M: Come take a look at this: the way the snow is diamond-bright under the moonlight!
W: Wow! It almost makes you wish that winter would go on forever.
听下面的录音，回答第5小题。
(Text 5)
W: Let me know once you decide on your trip.
M: I sent you my flight information and everything. Didn’t you get it
W: No. When did you send it
第一节到此结束。
第二节
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和第7小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 6)
W: I have some questions. Do we spend quite some time in the rainforest
M: Yes. Most of the trip, in fact.
W: And how do we stay in touch with our family and friends
M: Well, you can bring your mobile phone, but normally we ask people to keep them switched off. Otherwise, there are constant incoming calls which interrupt everything. But every few days we make sure we’re somewhere you can email people. Of course, if there’s an emergency, we’ll arrange it so you can speak to your family.
W: That’s good to hear. Thank you.
听下面的录音，回答第8和第9小题。现在，你有10秒钟的时间阅读这两个小题。
(Text 7)
M: Cassie, I’d like to go over a few things with you before your first day next week. You will be expected to arrive here on time, and you will leave at the end of your shift, as agreed.
W: Will there be any need for me to do overtime
M: At some point, if we require you to stay for a couple more hours, you will get paid for them.
W: OK.
M: Also, once a month, usually on a Friday, we expect the staff in your department to attend a one-hour meeting to keep you up to speed with the latest developments in your field of work, but that will not be paid as overtime.
听下面的录音，回答第10至第13小题。现在，你有20秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
(Text 8)
W: Have you come up with any ideas for the next class environmental project Everything I’ve thought of has already been done a thousand times!
M: And the kids will be bored silly if we ask them to do another one on recycling or how the rainforests are a source of oxygen for the planet!
W: But, I do believe that we should make them more aware of how much rubbish is produced by each household.
M: How about we ask them to produce some kind of art from the rubbish they throw away This might help.
W: That’s not a bad idea! Quite a few of them would probably find it creative enough, and they would have fun!
M: That’s settled then! I’ll go online to look up ways we can set it up, and perhaps you should talk to the headmaster and fill him in.
听下面的录音，回答第 14 至第 17 小题。现在，你有 20 秒钟的时间阅读这四个小题。
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W: What’s the best thing about running a restaurant
M: I think the best thing is making people happy.
W: And the worst thing
M: The long hours. This week, for example, I’m cooking nearly every day. We usually close on Sundays and Mondays, but this Monday is a public holiday, when lots of people want to eat out, so we’re open.
W: Do you get a lot of British customers
M: Yes, and we get people from other countries, too.
W: And are the British customers and the Spanish customers very different
M: Yes, I think they are. The British always say that everything is lovely, even if they’ve only eaten half of it. The Spanish, on the other hand, tell you what they like and dislike. Actually, I think I prefer that honesty, because it helps us to know what people like.
W: What kind of customers do you find difficult
M: I find it difficult to deal with customers who want me to cook something in a way that I don’t think is very good.
听下面的录音，回答第 18 至第 20 小题。现在，你有 15 秒钟的时间阅读这三个小题。
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M: Good morning, and welcome to Uxmal! This is one of the most popular Mayan historical sites in Mexico. Uxmal has several pyramids and other structures from the Late Classic period — that was AD 600 to AD 900. The first stop on our tour is this huge pyramid right behind me. It’s called the Magician’s Pyramid, and it’s unusual because it has rounded sides. Most pyramids have flat sides. We don’t really know the Mayan name for this pyramid, or for any of the structures here at Uxmal. But there is an old story that a magician built this pyramid in one night, which is why we call it the Magician’s Pyramid. We don’t know exactly how long it really took to build the pyramid, but what we do know is that it was built in five different stages, so really, it took hundreds of years to build. Okay, let’s walk over to the ball court. Now, here we are at the ball court. Who can tell me about the ball games that were played in this ball court Anyone
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