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安徽淮北市第十二中学2025-2026学年度高二上学期期末考试英语试卷
一、听力选择题
1．How will the man travel
A．By plane. B．By coach. C．By train.
2．What does the woman say about her husband
A．He is a big fan of football.
B．He often helps cook meals.
C．He eats much before sleep.
3．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A walking holiday. B．Helen’s new job. C．A customer complaint.
4．Why was the cake green
A．It was made from vegetables.
B．It was decorated with green color.
C．It was on the table for a long time.
5．What does the woman probably want to do
A．Get her money back. B．Buy a new hamburger. C．Talk to the cook.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues. B．Strangers. C．Good friends.
7．What kind of dance are the speakers doing
A．Waltz. B．Cha-cha. C．Tango.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．What does the man fail to get
A．New York Daily. B．Wall Street Journal. C．National Geographic.
9．Why does the man buy these items
A．To kill time. B．To plan a trip. C．To collect stories.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10．Where will the woman exchange money most probably
A．At the airport. B．At a state bank. C．At the travel agency.
11．How long will the woman’s holiday last
A．3 days. B．7 days. C．10 days.
12．What is the woman sure to do
A．Go to see a volcano. B．Buy some paintings. C．Learn wood carving.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
13．What are the speakers going to do tomorrow
A．Go camping. B．Go swimming. C．Go climbing.
14．What does the man think of taking fruit
A．Useful. B．Necessary. C．Inconvenient.
15．What does the man remind the woman to buy for him
A．Beer. B．Peanuts. C．Orange juice.
16．How many plates will the speakers take
A．Two. B．Three. C．Four.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．Where are the new branches opened
A．In the mall. B．In the old town. C．In the city center.
18．What does Best Clothing Shop sell
A．Beautiful and cheap clothing.
B．Classic second-hand clothing.
C．Expensive but attractive clothing.
19．When will the sale end
A．Next Thursday. B．Next Friday. C．Next Saturday.
20．What will a lucky shopper receive this Saturday
A．A free shirt. B．A discount card. C．A wonderful gift.
二、阅读理解
Manhattan is known for being home to some of the world’s most famous and historic bookstores.
Strand Bookstore
Strand Bookstore was opened by Benjamin Bass in 1927 and is regarded as one of New York City’s oldest bookstores. The bookstore is famous for the phrase “18 Miles of Books”, which describes its total shelf space that is filled from the floor all the way to the top with about 2. 5 million books.
Barnes & Noble
It was set up in 1917 and is the largest network of bookstores in the United States. The main and most important store on Fifth Avenue is the largest one with over 12 miles of bookshelves. Nine stores in different neighborhoods hold over 700 author events every year at different places in the city.
East Village Bookstore
It was opened in 1962 and is among the oldest as well as the largest bookstores in the city. It should be noted that the bookstore has been reported in lots of publications including The New Yorker, The New York Times, and Time Out New York.
Books of Wonder
The bookstore is a children’s bookstore. It was built in 1980 and has been a popular place for families and children for over forty years. Books of Wonder is famous for its interesting events and programs that bring books to life. The store has been known to host author readings, storytelling competitions, and book signings.
21．What makes Strand Bookstore well-known
A．Its colorful author events. B．Its huge book collection.
C．Its great Internet connection. D．Its children-friendly environment.
22．What is special about East Village Bookstore
A．It has about 2. 5 million books. B．It mainly sells used books.
C．It is a children’s bookstore. D．It has appeared in some publications.
23．Which of the following bookstores has the longest history
A．East Village Bookstore. B．Books of Wonder.
C．Barnes & Noble. D．Strand Bookstore.
In 1872, a 12-year-old Chinese boy boarded a ship heading for the USA．He would be away from his parents for the next nine years. This young boy was Zhan Tianyou, who was destined to play a major role in the development of China’s railroads. Zhan was one of the first 30 boys chosen for the Chinese Educational Mission (CEM), founded by the Qing government to help China develop through education.
Recruiting these boys was not easy. The CEM’s original plan required parents to part with their sons for 15 years — a huge risk when few Chinese had traveled abroad, and many feared foreigners. A friend persuaded Zhan’s father to let him take the CEM test, and Zhan finally joined the group sailing to the USA．
After reaching the US west coast, Zhan and the others traveled by train to east coast schools. On the way, he was amazed by American industrial civilisation, especially the railroads and trains. In Connecticut, he studied at the Seaside Institute for Boys, where he became close to the headmaster’s family. Mrs Northrop, the headmaster’s wife, noticed his talent for maths and encouraged him to study science and engineering — a suggestion that shaped his future.
Zhan did not ignore his studies in the US. He expanded his knowledge of science, took part in research, and graduated top of his class. In high school, he was impressed by the new American railroad system and saddened by China’s limited displays (mostly tea and silk) at a US exposition. Thus, he longed to rid China of the tough situation. These experiences led him to choose civil engineering (focused on railroads) at Yale University. He graduated first in 1881, but the Qing government recalled all CEM students that summer — only Zhan and one other finished college.
Zhan returned to China eager to build railroads. In 1888, he began his work, and later became famous for the Beijing-Zhangjiakou Railway (built across difficult and complex region). Known as “the Father of China’s Railroad,” he served his country for 31 years, improving millions of lives.
24．Why was it hard to recruit boys for the CEM
A．The trip to the US was too expensive.
B．Parents were unwilling to separate from their sons for long.
C．The Qing government did not support the mission.
D．Boys were not interested in studying abroad.
25．What influenced Zhan to choose civil engineering as his major
A．His interest in American railroads and desire to help China.
B．Mrs Northrop’s suggestion to study science.
C．His excellent performance in maths at the Seaside Institute.
D．The limited displays of Chinese products at the US exposition.
26．What can we learn about Zhan from the text
A．He spent 15 years in the US as planned.
B．He was the only CEM student to finish college.
C．He built the Beijing-Zhangjiakou Railway in 1888.
D．He made great contributions to China’s railroad development.
27．What is the main purpose of the text
A．To explain the role of the CEM in China’s development.
B．To describe Zhan Tianyou’s experiences and achievements.
C．To compare American and Chinese railroads in the 1800s.
D．To introduce the history of China’s first railroad.
AI has made its way into almost every field, and according to Abta’s latest Holiday Habits report, the travel industry is no exception. The rate of people using AI to get some travel ideas has doubled in the past 12 months, up to 8 percent from 4 percent.
The survey of 2,001 people also showed that younger generations are leading the way in using AI. The largest age group is 25- to 34-year-olds, with 18 percent looking for travel ideas through AI. That number drops to 13 percent for 18-to 24-year-olds. And only 3 percent of 55-to 64-year-olds are using AI for holiday tips.
However, AI has not taken over just yet when it comes to researching trips, as Internet searches (48 percent) and recommendations from friends and family (41 percent) still remain the most common ways to choose where to go. In fact, people taking more traditional routes, such as looking through holiday brochures (手册), still take up 25 percent.
Abta says that AI will continue to grow when it comes to trip planning. Holidaymakers have already shown a level of trust in AI for making travel decisions. 43 percent people in the survey said they would be confident to some degree in letting an AI tool plan their holiday, with this number dropping to just 38 percent letting the tool book their trip for them.
Travel industry leaders state that AI will continue to be a big part of what customers do before they make a travel decision. According to them, AI will greatly influence the travel industry, but travellers still want to communicate with a travel company before booking trips. Travel companies will not vanish anytime soon, because of that group of customers who think it’s necessary to go in and look someone in the eye when they’re booking something.
28．How does the author develop paragraph 2
A．By using examples. B．By comparing AI tools.
C．By explaining rules. D．By presenting numbers.
29．What is the most common way for people to make travel plans
A．Depending on AI tools. B．Asking for others’ advice.
C．Searching the Internet. D．Reading the holiday advertisements.
30．What does the underlined word “vanish” in the last paragraph probably mean
A．Disappear. B．Enlarge. C．Succeed. D．Recover.
31．What does the text mainly talk about
A．The rapid development of AI tools.
B．The rising role of AI in travel planning.
C．The younger generations’ preference for AI.
D．The great challenges faced by travel companies.
If you take a walk through a Pittsburgh city park, you might come across a group of goats (山羊) eating poison ivy, one type of plants harmful to the ecosystem (生态系统). It is part of an experiment (实验).
By eating a lot of plants, goats greatly cut down the plants that need to be treated with herbicides (除草剂). Herbicides are traditionally used to clear out unwanted plants. There is glyphosate in many herbicides, which is reported to lead to cancer — a serious illness. Herbicides can remain in the soil and on plants, and during rain, they are washed into streams and rivers, further polluting the ecosystem.
There’s a need for goats all across the U.S., including California and New Mexico, where they help in wildfire prevention. Goats are sure-footed, and they enjoy climbing up and getting to the plants that are difficult for humans to clear away. They prefer woody plants, soft shoots and bushes (灌木丛) compared with other plant-eaters, such as cows, who are happy with grasses and low-lying plants. This makes goats perfect for clearing areas of high-growing woody plants that strengthen wildfires.
However, there are challenges in using goats. Their hairs are thin, which means they couldn’t work outside in cold winter. Goats can break seeds (种子) of harmful plants down in their stomachs, so they don’t spread the plants they’re eating, but this also makes them easy to suffer from stomach illnesses.
But when you think about the bigger picture, these problems are just small. One good thing that came from Pittsburgh’s goat experiment was the public interest it received. After the experiment finished, many other cities wanted to know how they could start a similar project. People, it turns out, also like goats. Park visitors love seeing the goats at work. Their presence brings a lot of joy and adds to the park experience!
32．Why are goats used in some city parks in the U.S.
A．To study their eating habits. B．To cut down the costs on herbicides.
C．To attract more tourists to the parks. D．To deal with harmful plants in a natural way.
33．What can we infer about goats from paragraph 3
A．They are no better at climbing than cows.
B．They prefer low-lying plants to woody bushes.
C．They help prevent wildfires by eating specific plants.
D．They are mainly raised in California and New Mexico.
34．What is the public’s attitude towards the goat project
A．Positive. B．Worried. C．Uncaring. D．Unclear.
35．Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A．The Disadvantages of Using Herbicides in Parks
B．How Goats Help Protect the Ecosystem in the U.S.
C．Different Ways to Prevent Wildfires Across the U.S.
D．How Pittsburgh’s Park Experiment Was Carried Out
Your bedroom should feel like a place for rest and relaxation. But if it often stresses you out, disorder and unnecessary messes might be the reason. Changing your habits to keep your bedroom tidier may seem challenging. 36
* Make tidying part of your daily routine (日常).
You probably have a nightly routine that includes skincare and brushing your teeth. So, why not add a little tidying to it Start and end your day with this increased habit. When you get out of bed, spend five minutes picking up things from the floor. 37 Put the things where they should be.
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Make your bed each morning at once for a tidier bedroom. But too much bedding and accessories (配饰) can make the task feel like more of a chore. If you’re not a fan of using a top sheet, set it aside. Then, give up extra pillows that end up on the floor and add to messes.
* Plan your cleaning periods.
It’s true that we all have busy schedules. 39 So, you need a plan. First, for smaller tasks like tidying up the table at your bedside, which just takes a few minutes, you can do them as soon as you get up. For larger organizing tasks, though, like sorting out your dresser, it’s better to spare some time on the weekend.
* Stop piling (堆) clothes on the floor.
Do you have piles of clothing on your bedroom floor or a chair instead of being put away in your closet or drawers This not only looks messy but also makes your space feel more uncomfortable. 40 Simply having a special place for dirty clothes can make a great difference.
A．Practice different skills.
B．Cut down on your bedding.
C．But it’s actually easier than you think.
D．Do the same before going to bed in the night.
E．Luckily, there’s an easy way to break this habit.
F．And cleaning your whole room in one day isn’t the best choice.
G．Most importantly, allow yourself some time to record the progress you make.
三、完形填空
When I was twelve, my grandfather gave me a small, unimpressive-looking seed. “Plant it,” he said, “but know that it will take years to grow into what it is meant to be.” I was 41 at first, expecting quick results like the sunflowers I’d grown the summer before. I planted it in a corner of the garden and 42 it daily.
Weeks passed, then months. Nothing appeared above the soil. I began to feel 43 . “Maybe it’s dead,” I told my grandfather. He simply smiled and said, “Some things require faith and 44 .” Unwillingly, I continued to water the empty patch of earth.
A year later, a tiny green shoot finally appeared. It grew slowly — painfully slowly. During my high school years, that plant became a 45 of my own growth. There were times I wanted to give up on both the plant and myself, especially when 46 seemed overwhelming. But remembering my grandfather’s words, I insist on overcoming them.
Five years after planting, it finally bloomed. The sight took my breath away: a magnificent tree peony (牡丹) with flowers as large as dinner plates, strikingly brilliant in color. All those years of 47 were rewarded in that spectacular display.
My grandfather passed away the following spring, but he left me with more than just a beautiful plant. He taught me that the most 48 things in life — character, wisdom, meaningful relationships — all require time and patience to 49 . True growth happens unseen, beneath the surface, where roots grow deep and strong.
Today, whenever I face challenges that test my patience, I remember that 50 . The lesson wasn’t really about gardening; it was about learning to trust the process, to value slow development, and to understand that some of life’s most beautiful 51 come not from instant pleasure, but from patient nurturing (培养).
The peony still blooms every spring, a living 52 of my grandfather’s wisdom. And now, when my own children become 53 with their own slow progress, I tell them the story of the seed. I see the same feeling in their eyes that I once had — the 54 for quick results. But I also see understanding and acceptance begin to 55 as they learn that some things are worth waiting for.
41．A．confused B．excited C．disappointed D．astonished
42．A．motivated B．ignored C．moved D．watered
43．A．discouraged B．hopeful C．relieved D．surprised
44．A．luck B．skill C．patience D．sunshine
45．A．result B．symbol C．cause D．tool
46．A．adventures B．opportunities C．editions D．challenges
47．A．proof B．effort C．link D．doubt
48．A．expensive B．valuable C．immediate D．simple
49．A．develop B．purchase C．decrease D．replace
50．A．harbour B．recipe C．seed D．grain
51．A．occupations B．functions C．rewards D．intentions
52．A．theory B．reminder C．exception D．expense
53．A．impatient B．bored C．fascinated D．impressed
54．A．category B．desire C．selection D．exposure
55．A．arise B．weaken C．disappear D．fade
四、语法填空
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。
Li Daiyu and her cousin Liu Qian went to Canada to visit their cousins in Halifax. It was the first time that they 56 (be) abroad. For both of them, the thought of crossing the whole country by rail was exciting. During their first day in Vancouver, it rained. Despite the weather, they were able to take a boat ride out into the bay, and later visit an island, 57 made them truly amazed. Besides, they were 58 (please) to see the beautiful mountains looking out over the city. Later, they took 59 pleasant hike in a forest just a short 60 (distant) away. The next morning, the two girls arose early to take the train to Lake Louise, 61 (pass) through the Canadian Rockies. 62 (see) from the train window, the mountains and forests of Canada looked massive. When the train arrived at the station, they 63 (take) a taxi to Lake Louise, where the blue water literally took their breath away with its 64 ( exception) beauty. They spent the night, 65 then took a coach bound north through the Canadian Rockies to Jasper. What an unforgettable experience!
五、书面表达
66．电动自行车越来越受到人们的普遍欢迎。然而，它也带来了诸多问题。请根据以下信息写一篇关于电动自行车利弊的短文。
1. 赞同：环保节能；经济实用；方便快捷
2. 反对：速度过快；危险性大等
3. 你的观点：……
提示词：电动车 electric bike 经济的 economical 头盔 helmet
注意：1. 词数80左右。
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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67．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。
Benjamin was a high school student who lived with his grandma. His dad had to travel a lot for work, so he was rarely at home. Grandma was the one who woke Benjamin up every morning, made his favorite breakfast, and listened to him talk about school life after dinner. Benjamin loved Grandma very much, and she was his most important person.
One morning during the summer vacation, Grandma suddenly felt very weak. She tried to stand up but fell back on the sofa. Benjamin was scared. He quickly called his dad. When his dad arrived, he carried Grandma to the car and rushed to the hospital. The doctor said Grandma needed to stay in the hospital for a few days to get better. His dad filled out all the hospital forms and stayed with them until evening.
Just then, his dad’s phone rang. It was his boss. The boss said there was an important project to discuss, and his dad had to go to another city right away. His dad looked at Grandma in the hospital bed, then at Benjamin. He frowned (皱眉) and said, “I don’t know what to do. I need to take care of your grandma, but I can’t lose my job either.” Benjamin saw the worry in his dad’s eyes. He took a deep breath and said, “Dad, let me take care of Grandma. I can bring her meals, help her walk, and call the nurse if she needs anything. I’ ll also read some books in the hospital.”
At first, his dad didn’t agree. He said, “You’ re still in high school. It’s too hard for you.” But Benjamin kept trying to persuade him. “Dad, I’m not a little kid anymore. I can do this. And if there’s a problem, I’ ll call you right away,” After talking for a long time, his dad finally nodded. He patted Benjamin’s shoulder and said, “Okay, but you must tell me everything every day.”
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Then, Benjamin looked after his grandma with great care.
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After seven days, Grandma felt much better,
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C A B A A B C A A B
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 B A C C B C C A B B
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 B D C B A D B D C A
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 B D C A B C D B F E
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 B D A C B D B B A C
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 C B A B A
1．C
【原文】W: If I were you, I would take a plane instead of a train. It will take you a long time to get there by train.
M: But flying makes me so nervous. And it is not that safe by coach.
2．A
【原文】M: Your husband likes watching soccer so much that he’s almost like a lover of it.
W: I can’t understand why he is so crazy about soccer. He can’t help but watch TV during meals or before bed. When a soccer game comes, he doesn’t even eat or sleep.
3．B
【原文】W: Did you hear that Helen got that modeling job She’s going to be walking down the catwalk.
M: Wow, that’s great. All that walking practice really paid off. And for once, she won’t be complaining about being so tall.
4．A
【原文】M: I threw out the cake that was on the table. You shouldn’t leave food out for so long. It was green.
W: Oh, no, you shouldn’t have thrown that out. Ask me next time, it wasn’t bad. It was a vegetable cake.
5．A
【原文】W: I’m sorry, but I need to return this hamburger. It’s totally raw in the middle.
M: Oh, I do apologize, madam. I’ll have the cooks make you a new one right away.
W: Actually, I think I’ve lost my appetite.
6．B 7．C
【原文】M: You must be Sara. It’s nice to meet you. I’ve heard of you from my colleague Kim.
W: Nice to meet you, too.
M: What’s your favorite steps
W: It’s hard to say, but I do love waltz very much.
M: How about cha-cha
W: To tell the truth, I don’t like it.
M: Really You must like tango, right
W: Oh, it’s really beautiful, but I just can’t dance it well.
M: Don’t be so modest. I’m sure you can dance it very well. Let’s dance it now.
W: OK, I’ll have a try.
M: Oh, you dance it so well.
W: Thank you for your compliment.
M: I think I’m your lucky fellow.
8．A 9．A
【原文】M: Please give me a piece of New York Daily.
W: You are late. The last piece is sold out.
M: Really Is there Wall Street Journal, please
W: There are several. Take a piece. The crash appears in the headline. It is famous for offering disastrous stories.
M: I have a long flight for 10 hours. I need to choose a magazine.
W: There are various magazines in the rack.
M: Give me the latest issue of National Geographic.
W: That’s the top magazine in America and is popular with young people. Okay, it is totally 30 dollars.
M: Here you are,
W: Have a nice trip.
10．B 11．B 12．A
【原文】W: Have you got that guidebook to Indonesia, Handy
M: Sure. What do you need to know
W: Well, what about currency Should I change my money at a bank or the airport
M: Oh, it says you’d better not change it at the airport or the travel agency. It seems you get a bad rate of exchange those ways. They suggest changing money at a state bank.
W: That’s good to know. Does it say anything about the hotels
M: Yes, they say they’re excellent and not expensive. But you’re advised to book hotels at least a week in advance.
W: That’s what I’ve heard. It’s October 24th, and there’s a week to enjoy my holiday. I have to book a hotel today. What does it say about shopping
M: They say it’s a great place to buy wood carvings and paintings.
W: Well, if the time permits, I’ll go there to have a look. And is there any mention of tours
M: Yes, it says there is a fascinating tour to a volcano just out of Jakarta.
W: Well, I’ll be sure to go there. I’m looking forward to seeing the volcano for myself.
13．C 14．C 15．B 16．C
【原文】M: We’ll take the children to climb up the hill tomorrow. Let’s get something at the supermarket.
W: Yes, we can have a picnic on the top of the hill.
M: What should we buy
W: Let me see. We should go to buy some fruit first.
M: Remember the camping last weekend It was heavy and not convenient to carry them for a long way.
W: How about taking some chocolate It is light and sweet. Children love it.
M: Good idea. We can buy some bread and nuts for children.
W: Yes, look. Peanuts, biscuits, chocolate, canned goods. Anything else
M: That’s enough for kids. Oh, get some drinks.
W: Orange juice, two bottles and I’ll buy some milk for kids. Oh, and your favorite beer.
M: Thanks, darling, you must forget that I have to drive back home. Just remember to take my favorite peanuts.
W: Yes. Shall we buy some plates It will be used during our picnic.
M: OK, four plates. We can buy some pizza tomorrow morning.
W: Let’s go to queue up. There are so many people in the lines.
17．C 18．A 19．B 20．B
【原文】
W: Do you want lovely and attractive clothing at low prices Are you tired of wearing the same boring clothes every day Do you want to look smarter and more energetic We can tell you where you find what you want. Best Clothing Shop has opened two new branches in the downtown area. Our shopping environment is more friendly and enjoyable than those in the suburbs. Our low prices mean you don’t have to be wealthy to look great. Suits, jeans, shirts and dresses of various styles are on sale from tomorrow. And it lasts a week till next Friday. If you are one of the first 10 lucky shoppers this weekend, you will receive a discount card. So come this Saturday to one of our new branches and get the fantastic clothes you have always wanted.
56．had been 57．which 58．pleased 59．a 60．distance 61．passing 62．Seen 63．took 64．exceptional 65．and
66．范文
It’s well-known to us that the electric bike is becoming more and more popular, but at the same time a lot of problems appear with it.
Many people support electric bikes because they are energy-saving and eco-friendly. Besides, they are economical, convenient and efficient for daily travel. However, other people hold different ideas. They think that the electric bike is dangerous. Many people ride them too fast and don’t follow the traffic rules, leading to terrible accidents sometimes.
As far as I am concerned, I agree with the latter opinion. Although the electric bike is fast and convenient, it’s not safe, especially for us senior students.
67．Then, Benjamin looked after his grandma with great care. He bought fresh milk from the shop near the hospital, and then took it to Grandma. He helped Grandma sit up and fed her slowly. When Grandma felt bored, he read storybooks to her —— they were the same booksGrandma used to read to him when he was little. In the afternoon, he read his books on the chair next to the bed. Whenever Grandma wanted to walk around, he held her arm carefully to keep her steady. The nurses all praised Benjamin for being a good boy.
After seven days, Grandma felt much better. When his dad came back, he saw Grandma smiling and Benjamin helping her fold clothes. His dad’s eyes were wet. He walked over and hugged Benjamin tightly. “Thank you, my boy. You did such a great job.” Benjamin smiled and said,“It’s what I should do. Grandma takes care of me every day, so I want to take care of her too.” That week, Benjamin learned that being brave isn’t about not being scared; it’s about doing what needs to be done even when it’s hard.

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