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杨浦区 2025 学年度第二学期高三模拟质量调研
考生注意：
英语学科试卷 2026. 4
考试时间 105 分钟，试卷满分 115 分。
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Grammar and Vocabulary Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Latest Gadgets（小器具）on Display
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which took place between 7 and 10 January, gave the world a fascinating look at the technology of the future. The event is held annually and gives companies the chance to show off cutting-edge gadgets and extraordinary machines, some of (1) are already in shops. Artificial intelligence (AI) served as a (2) (define) characteristic for numerous items on display this year.
One of the stars of the show was the Ropet, a robotic pet that expresses emotions, (3) (remember) faces and can chat in different languages. Thanks to a camera built into its nose, it can detect and react to human emotions, and it understands gestures (4) a finger to the lips to ask it to be quiet. It could be appealing to someone who wants a pet, but is unable to look after a real (5)
.
There were plenty of devices on display that are designed to help people around the home. These included a robotic vacuum cleaner. This kind of thing isn’t all that new, but the Roborock Saros Z70 has an extra feature: an arm with a pair of pincers（钳子） that it (6) use to pick socks, underpants and other things off the floor as it moves around the home. Another device meant for the home is the Smart Indoor Garden, (7) it looks like something you might see on a spaceship. (8)
(ensure) that plants grow well in the futuristic-looking capsule, the device creates a cloud of water droplets containing nutrients. It allows people to grow vegetables, herbs and flowers all year round with little effort (9) (invest). There was lots of technology that people could wear, too, including several different types of smart glasses. The exhibit also demonstrated (10) wearable technology could achieve in healthcare.
Section B
(
A.
purchased
B.
vision
C.
indicating
D.
considerably
E.
covering
F.
ripen
G.
confusion
H.
concept
I.
rots
J.
subsequently
K.
severe
)Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
New Label Helps Consumers Better Determine Food Quality
Determining whether food has spoiled can be a tricky task. The (11) over “use by” and “best before” labels often results in safe and consumable food being thrown out. This issue contributes significantly to the global food crisis, as roughly one-third of the food produced for the world is being wasted and millions of people in dozens of countries are facing (12) hunger each year. However, a groundbreaking invention called Mimica Touch aims to help tackle this crisis by providing a more accurate method of evaluating the safety of food (13) .
Consisting of a label that transforms in texture ( 质地) when food spoils, Mimica Touch features a
plastic sheet with raised lines inside a (14) that signal spoilt food. The plastic bumps (凸块) are covered with a thin layer of natural substance that (15) at the same rate as the food. When the substance turns from a solid state to a liquid state, the label transforms from firm and smooth to soft and bumpy, (16) that the food has gone bad.
Solveiga Pak taité came up with the (17) for Mimica Touch while she was a student at Brunel University in London. The goal of the original project was to help people with (18) problems check the use-by date on packaged food. Pak taité said she was inspired by banana skins, which
change texture as they (19) . Although Mimica Touch began as a university project, the
invention has the potential to (20) reduce the huge quantity of food that goes to waste every year. Moreover, it could help consumers enjoy the food they purchase more safely and for longer periods.
Reading Comprehension Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and
D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
When Al Teammates Come on Board, Performance Drops
Researchers studied the impact of artificial intelligence on team functioning. They asked 110 two-person groups to play 12 rounds of a video game in which participants had to collect ingredients for a recipe. After the first six rounds, one member of some teams was (21) by an intelligent agent. Over the next six rounds, those groups gathered, on average, three fewer ingredients than groups that
remained in their original (22) performance drops.
. The conclusion: When AI teammates come on board,
studies have already explored the impact of artificial intelligence on individual and firm productivity, but the researchers aimed to understand how AI affects organizational teams internally.
, most work is done in teams. They were curious about the consequences of adding
intelligent agents to teams, not just for the people interacting directly with those agents. The researchers also sought to examine what impact it had on the behavior and attitudes of colleagues who (25)
those interactions.
In the rounds of individual play, the AI players proved far superior to human players. In fact, only 3% of human players (26) the AI players.
The team results were a different story. In the initial round after the AI players joined, teams with an AI member gathered 8% fewer ingredients, on average, than teams that kept their (27) members. The performance (28) narrowed by half over the next four rounds and disappeared in the final round. But even if short-lived, a 4% drop in performance is significant, (29) for a large organization with multiple AI projects underway.
Despite the AI’s superior individual performance and the fact that (30) were given to the entire team if it performed well, 84% of respondents preferred to play with their human teammates. Surveys of participants showed that AI reduces team sociability and thus (31) members’ motivation, effort, and trust.
Interestingly, all-human teams playing alongside an AI-and-human team also saw drops in performance in the first round after the teammate change. These (32) contributed equally to the overall productivity loss. This is called the spillover effect, similar to what happens in an organization when an employee departs and (33) cooperative practices are upset. (34) and processes are disturbed, which harms performance. The same was true in the experiment. Those teams, despite not undergoing a direct change, encountered indirect challenges in (35) to the new AI-influenced dynamics within the interconnected environment.
21. A. defeated B. dominated C. replaced D. imitated
22. A. position B. composition C. technique D. resource
23. A. Subsequent B. Prior C. Primitive D. Comprehensive
24. A. In turn B. By contrast C. After all D. For instance
25. A. observed B. recorded C. facilitated D. demanded
26. A. underdid B. overestimated C. underrated D. outperformed
27. A. original B. senior C. cooperative D. core
28. A. level B. gap C. style D. standard
29. A. specially B. specifically C. especially D. inevitably
30. A. titles B. warnings C. assistances D. rewards
31. A. boosts B. shapes C. lessens D. reflects
32. A. paces B. declines C. traces D. rises
33. A. forced B. matched C. varied D. established
34. A. Routines B. Transitions C. Occupations D. Elements
35. A. applying B. objecting C. sticking D. adapting
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
A Treasure Hunter’s $7.5 Million Discovery
(39)
Alex Clausen is a map dealer and a modern-day treasure hunter.
An incredible find
While deep in a virtual tour of an estate sale in the autumn of 2022, Clausen uncovered an old seafaring map: a centuries-old mariner’s chart. The chart, which the estate sale dated between 1500 and 1525, caught his eye. The estimated price, between $100,000 and $150,000, seemed fitting for a chart from the 16th century. But something didn’t quite fit. The map seemed older.
‘Hidden in plain sight’
As Clausen examined the chart more closely on a web-based platform, the date just didn’t seem right. But finding out the exact age and how much the chart was truly worth took Clausen on a months-long historical journey.
The first known reference to the chart came from an Italian scholar who, in 1888, mentioned it in an article he wrote for the Italian Geographic Society. The scholar roughly dated it from 1347 to 1354. It changed hands several times before Ann and Gordon Getty purchased it in 1993. The couple had the map restored, and for years it hung in the library of their San Francisco townhouse.
The clues
The chart extends from the islands of the North Atlantic Ocean to what is now Eastern Europe. The clues initially led Clausen to suspect the map had been drawn around 1420. He consulted with scholars and catalogers. After reviewing images of the map, a medievalist suggested it might date to the mid-1350s.
“I was just suspicious,” Clausen said of the revelation. “We were talking about something that really only exists in a handful of national libraries.”
After the chart was purchased, Clausen sent it to a lab in New York that determined the chart was created, on the early end, from the 1320s to the 1350s and at latest from the 1390s to the 1420s.
The mystery is solved
After hundreds of hours of research, Clausen and his team finally had a date: 1360.
The Ruderman antique map shop is listing the chart of 1360 for $7.5 million. Clausen envisions a university or museum taking ownership and placing it somewhere people can enjoy and learn from it.
“After over 30 years in the business, the greatest excitements are the discoveries which are truly unexpected. You don’t know where or when; you simply prepare for the journey,” Clausen said of the experience.
What made Clausen take special notice of the map
It was priced higher than other items.
It seemed older than its listed date.
It was highlighted in the virtual tour.
It was mentioned in a historical article.
Why does the writer say the map was hidden in plain sight
It was hanging in a library where few people noticed it.
It was publicly displayed and its true value was not recognized.
Its true significance was known only to a few scholars.
Its ownership had switched hands before it ended up in a museum.
What can be inferred about Clausen’s opinion of treasure hunting from his experience with the map
It is more about luck than about persistence and science.
It is an adventurous activity exclusive only to the well-educated.
It is a fun activity which requires the participation of more people.
It is a rewarding journey, though long and full of uncertainties.
Which of the following would be the most appropriate subtitle to fill in the blank
An overlooked map turns out to be a 14-century treasure
A 13-century map catches the eye of a seasoned treasure hunter
How to make sure not to miss the true treasures in antique shops
A different kind of treasure hunter, not in search of sunken ships
(B)
Your essential monthly round-up of competitions, paying markets, opportunities to get into print and publishing industry news.
The Bridport Prize 2026 is inviting entries in the following categories: Poetry: The prizes are 5,000, 1,000, 500, and 10 x 100. Enter original unpublished poems up to 42 lines on any theme and in any style. The entry fee is 12 per poem. Short story: The prizes are 5,000, 1,000, 500, and 10 x 100. Enter original unpublished short fiction up to 5,000 words. The entry fee is 14 per story. Flash fiction: The prizes are 1,000, 500, 250, and 5 x 100. Enter original unpublished flash fiction up to 250 words. The entry fee is 11 per flash fiction. The closing date is 23 August 2026. Website: https://bridportprize.org.uk/
The Rialto Nature and Place Poetry Competition 2026 is inviting entries. This year’s competition for nature poetry will be judged by Ian McMillan. The competition is being run by The Rialto poetry journal in association with Birdlife International, Cambridge Conservation Initiative and The University of Leeds Poetry Center. Poems may be in any style or form, on any aspect of nature and place. There is a first prize of 1,000 and second and third prizes of 500 and 250. Poems may be up to 40 lines, and must be original and unpublished. Writers may enter up to six poems in one submission. The entry fee for the first poem in a submission is 7, and 4 for any subsequent poems in the same submission. The closing date is 1 June 2026.
The Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize, now in its 13th year, is a major prize for undiscovered female writers. Entries are invited for the 2026 prizes. The prize is given annually for novels by unpublished, unagented women writers that demonstrate literary originality alongside page-turning appeal. Novels may be literary fiction or fiction in any style, and may be for young adults or children. The winner will receive 1,500. All finalists will receive a one-to-one meeting with an agent at the Prize’s sponsor, Peters Fraser + Dunlop, where they will be given feedback on their entry. Novel texts may be finished or unfinished. To enter, send the first 40-50 pages and a summary of three to five pages. The entry fee is 12. Only one entry is permitted per person. The closing date is 10 May 2026. Website: https://writ.rs/lucycav26
For The Rialto Nature and Place Poetry Competition 2026, if a writer submits 5 poems in one submission, the entry fee will be .
A. 7. B. 20. C. 23. D. 35.
In The Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize 2026, what will all finalists receive
A cash prize. B. An agent meeting.
C. A publishing contract. D. A sponsored book deal.
What is the common submission requirement across all three competitions
Original content. B. Uniform theme.
C. Minimum word limit. D. Complete version.
（C）
Our local dog trainer, Colin Thomas, is about to retire and we are heartbroken. A respected countryman, Colin knows the importance of responsible dog ownership and the enjoyment of a well-behaved pet, particularly in the countryside, where there can otherwise be issues with livestock and wildlife.
We are a nation of dog lovers. There is no doubt that dogs bring many of us great joy, but with ownership comes responsibility and the need for training. Not everyone loves dogs and even if they did, a dog in our charge shouldn’t approach, jump up or chase anybody or anything. Few of us are perfect though, and if our ‘recall’ isn’t always reliable, then our dogs must be on a lead.
The attacking of livestock is a serious concern, often horrible to witness, as is the effect dogs can have in disturbing wildlife. Both these things are entirely avoidable and yet a recent report recorded that a shockingly irresponsible 85% of visitors ignored warning notices and allowed their dogs off-lead.
It’s not just the more obvious responsibilities either: the old advice of picking up poo （ 粪便） or
simply brushing it aside has changed to bag it or take it home to get rid of. Dog poo spreads bacteria and can cause fatal diseases in cattle and sheep. It also disrupts and harms ecosystems, especially when washed into the soil or bodies of water by rain.
It doesn’t end there. Looking after dogs with unnecessary preventative treatments, as we are usually advised is causing great harm. Not only can routine wormers（驱虫剂）kill the tiny creatures that keep our soil healthy, but the poisonous chemicals also remain in the environment, creating a long-term risk. Even tiny amounts of the flea（跳蚤）treatment can stay on a dog’s coat for weeks. Eventually, these chemicals are either washed into rivers, where they poison aquatic life, or they remain in lost fur that birds then use to build their nests. But dog ownership doesn’t have to be a horror story. We can limit these treatments. We can avoid rivers and ponds if we have to treat our pets, and can pick up after them.
The UK government has issued a policy for responsible dog ownership, emphasizing that dogs must not be allowed to wander unsupervised and that ownership practices need to change. It sets out practical regulations and, crucially, calls for education and training for both owners and their dogs.
When visiting a friend’s house with his/her dog, the dog owner should .
keep the dog under control at all times
let the dog play with new friends freely
take the dog off the lead as advised
teach the friend to say ‘recall’ correctly
If dog poo is left on the roads, it harms the environment mainly by .
attracting other wild animals to the area
releasing poisonous chemicals into the air
being washed into soil and water
creating unpleasant smells near footpaths
What can be inferred about the author’s preferred approach to flea control
Treat dogs monthly without exception.
Use treatments when actually needed.
Use stronger chemicals for better protection.
Never treat dogs under any circumstances.
What is the writing purpose of the article
To highlight the negative impact of pet-keeping.
To present a new policy on dog ownership.
To raise awareness of responsible dog ownership.
To promote the importance of dog training classes.
Section C
Directions: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
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The Government will also spend 104 billion to repair damaged pipes, build water treatment works and water storage facilities.
Its plans include cutting pollution in rivers and seas and changing the way water companies are held
responsible.
But
three billion
liters
of
water
are wasted every
day
in
the
UK
because
of leaky
pipes.
However,
some
activists
said
the
report
recommendations
failed
to
prioritize
public
benefit
over private profit and the public are tired of swimming in sewage and drowning in rising bills.
Environment
Secretary says
the
Government
will
adopt
five
of
these
straight
away.
It
has
announced that
a
new
law
concerning
environmental
protection will
come
into
effect next
year.
)
Water Industry to Be Cleaned Up
The Government has promised to clean up the water industry in England and Wales following the publication of a new report. (47) Lots of sewage spills polluting waterways, plus the rising cost of people’s water bills, are problems in the UK. Sewage is waste water from paths, sinks and toilets. In 2024, the Government set up the Independent Water Commission to investigate the water industry in England and Wales.
The commission’s findings were published in a report that contained 88 recommendations to improve the way the water industry is run. (48) One is closing Ofwat, the organization responsible for making sure water companies deliver a good service for their customers and the environment. The minister said that, as well as angry customers, Ofwat has “failed to protect our waterways from record levels of pollution”.
The report recommends replacing Ofwat with one regulator in England and another in Wales. Currently, responsibilities are split between Ofwat and three other agencies. The Government has promised to halve the amount of sewage pumped into rivers, lakes and seas within five years. Last year, sewage was released into England’s rivers and seas around 450,000 times. (49) However, people’s water bills may rise to pay for this.
Some responses to the Government’s promises were positive. The Liberal Democrat party said it supports phasing out Ofwat. Mark Lloyd, from the Rivers Trust campaign group said the recommendations would lead to a dramatic improvement in the water environment. (50)
Summary Writing
Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.
Fight Fake Information
In this day and age, you probably get your information from various websites and social media. Because fake news is spreading and becoming influential in this digital age, it’s important that you don’t take everything you read at face value. The volume of information encountered daily makes it necessary to take an analytical approach to what you read to make sure it is reliable.
Several skills including critical thinking, which refers to the practice of examining evidence, logic, and context are essential. This skill helps you identify gaps in information, distinguish between fact and opinion and evaluate whether an argument is supported by solid reasoning. Beyond analysis, critical thinking involves asking meaningful questions—such as who created the information, why it was shared, and what might be missing. In an age where misinformation spreads rapidly, this mindset helps you build a mental barrier to resist emotional control and clickbait.
In today’s information rich world, we are constantly exposed to a huge amount of content from various digital sources. Make the most of your digital literacy by using different formats, platforms and media to get and use information. For example, consider how you might combine different types of digital sources to gain a deeper understanding of a topic.
You also need a strategy to determine whether online content can be trusted. Mike Caulfield, a research scientist at the University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public, created the SIFT method to do that. This approach helps you analyze and decide if online information is reliable. First, stop—don’t share right away, and check your emotions about the headline. Then, investigate the source—look up the author or site using other reliable sources. Next, find better coverage—see if trustworthy sites confirm the information. Finally, trace claims back to their original source to check if they’re fairly presented.
Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
当饮食中的纤维比例失调时，营养就会受损。(proportion)
那块电子显示屏存在线路故障并危及公共安全，现已被拆除。(whose)
从导演到舞台设计，每个学生在戏剧节上都各尽其能，使其才华在课堂外尽情绽放。(bloom)
无论采取何种策略， 其成效最终都应由它与学生日常体验及个人成长的相关性来衡量。
（Whatever）
Guided Writing
Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
假设你是明启中学学生李华，学生会正在策划“劳动教育周”活动，现张贴告示如下，向全体学生征求意见。请你给学生会写一封信，内容包括：
你的选择（方案 A 还是方案 B）；
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NOTICE
Labor
Education
Week
–
We
Want
Your
Ideas!
The Student Union is planning a
Labor Education Week
. We need your help to decide what activities to include.
Current
Activities:
Possible
New
Activity:
Tell
us
your
choice:
Option
A:
Keep all three current activities (do not add the new one).
Option
B:
Replace
one
current
activity
with
the
new
shadowing
experience. Student Union
Mingqi
High
School
April
6,
2026
Spending
a
day
observing a
family
member’s
or
local
worker’s
profession
“A
Day in
a
Job”
Shadowing
)说明选择理由（若选择方案 B，请明确替换哪一项活动并说明理由）。
Community Garden Volunteering Growing flowers for a local hospital
Campus Repair Workshop Learning to fix simple furniture and bicycles
Creative Upcycling Contest Turning unwanted items into useful or artistic products
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杨浦区 2025 学年度第二学期高三模拟质量调研
英语参考答案
Grammar:
1. which 2. defining 3. remembers 4. such as 5. one 6. can 7. even though/even if 8. To ensure 9.
invested 10. what
Vocabulary:
11-15 G K A E I 16-20 C H B F D
Cloze
21-25 C B B C A 26-30 D A B C D 31-35 C B D A D
Reading
36-39 B B D A
40-42. C B A
43-46 A C B C
47-50 B E A D
Summary:
The information explosion necessitates (demands) skills to fight(combat) fake information/verify information. Developing critical thinking by investigating logic and context and asking meaningful questions is important. Besides, fully utilize digital literacy to access varied information sources. Lastly, use SIFT method —Stop, Investigate, Find, Trace-- to determine the online content’s trustworthiness before sharing it.
Translation
When fiber in your diet is out of proportion, nutrition suffers.
The digital display screen/electronic display board whose faulty wiring posed a threat to public safety has been removed.
From directing to stage design, each student gave full play to his/her abilities (made full use of their abilities/ did what they were good at) in the campus drama festival, allowing their talents beyond the classroom to bloom freely./ bringing their extracurricular talents into full bloom.
Whatever strategy is adopted, the effectiveness should ultimately be measured by how relevant it is (its relevance) to students' daily experience and their personal growth.
杨浦区 2025 学年度第二学期高三模拟质量调研
高三年级英语学科试卷
I. Listening Comprehension Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
A. At a publishing house. B. At a bank.
C. At a restaurant. D. At a book store.
A. To avoid driving overnight.
To reduce the travel expenses.
To visit more places in less time.
To make the journey more enjoyable.
A. His drawing was on display.
He organized the art show.
He was late for the art show.
His drawing was not proportional.
A. He would rather not go to the cinema.
He thought the woman’s plan unrealistic.
He thought the woman had a creative mind.
He had the same idea as the woman.
A. The drink tastes better with less sugar.
He is trying to consume less sugar.
He is on a strict diet to lose weight.
The café is out of regular sugar.
A. $132. B. $50. C. $ 46. D. $ 44.
A. Issue a statement based on initial findings.
Ignore the details provided by the press.
Ensure accuracy of information before release.
Confirm the incident facts with the media.
A. He appreciates the woman’s positive perspective.
He supports small business to voice criticism.
He is strongly opposed to the woman’s opinion.
He is so angry that he needs to get some fresh air.
A. He doesn’t appreciate Mozart’s music.
He has little knowledge of popular music.
He thinks Mozart’s music is timeless.
He is joking about classical music.
A. It forbids seniors to play in the important games.
There have been heated arguments about it.
Most team players are not in favor of it.
It is considered the worst and the most unfair rule.
Section B
Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation
will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
A. His addiction problem.
Japan’s high cost of living.
A conflict with his family.
Long-time unemployment.
A. Unemployed magicians. B. Random passers-by.
C. Unhappy relatives. D. Talented street performers.
A. He has approached his family for forgiveness.
He charges each client 60 dollars for his service.
He has a constant flow of customers every day.
His service is welcomed by his loyal customers.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
A. Inaccurate results. B. Potential safety risks.
C. Increased energy consumption. D. Limited coverage area.
A. The hunting techniques of young sea lions.
The locations of sea lion breeding colonies.
The interaction pattern of marine animals.
The different types of seafloor habitats.
A. An innovative way to train sea lions for scientific research.
The challenge of exploring the vast ocean floor.
The unusual role of sea lions in mapping the ocean floor.
Visual methods to protect endangered marine animals
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
A. It was wrongly given. B. It had 25 questions on it.
C. It had a page missing. D. It had a longer version.
A. She wrote down the questions in her planner.
She asked another teacher to double-check.
She confirmed the homework requirement with a classmate.
She asked a classmate to accompany her to the office.
A. She was too confused. B. She didn’t want to interrupt.
C. She didn’t know what to say. D. She felt too nervous.
A. To clarify the homework instructions.
To hand in her homework earlier.
To discuss the amount of homework.
To complain about too much homework.
杨浦区 2025 学年度第二学期高三模拟质量调研
Listening Comprehension Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
W: I have been checking the bill and there seems to be a mistake. We never ordered a bottle of red wine. M: Oh, I’m sorry. I will just go and print it out for you again.
Q: Where does the conversation take place (C)
M: Are you thinking of doing a road trip to the East coast
W: Want to join me! We can share the cost of renting a car and we can take turns driving overnight to save on hotel. Q: Why did the woman suggest travelling together (B)
W: I saw your drawing of a horse hanging at the art show. It’s amazing.
M: Thanks. It took me a long time to get the proportions of its body correct. Q: What can we learn about the man (A)
W: Why don’t we go to the cinema tonight
M: That’s just what I was thinking. Great minds think alike. Q: What does the man mean (D)
W: Do you usually get your drinks with regular sugar and ice
M: I’m trying to reduce my sugar intake, so I will get mine with just light sugar this time. Q: Why does the man choose “light sugar” for his drink (B)
W: The bill for dinner is $ 120 before tax, and the tax rate is 10%. M: Okay, there are three of us, so let’s split the total equally.
Q: How much does each have to pay (D)
W: The media is asking about the incident. Should we respond now with our initial findings
M: Not until we confirm every detail. If we get our facts wrong, we will be eaten alive by the press. Q: What will they probably do next (C)
W: Everyone keeps saying the new law is useless, but I think it actually protects small businesses. M: After all the criticism, your comment is like a breath of fresh air.
Q: What can be inferred from the man (A)
M: I don’t understand why you like this kind of music. W: Are you kidding Mozart’s music is timeless.
Q: What can be learned about the man (A)
W: Why can’t the freshmen play The team should know this kind of unspoken rule is holding them back, right M: I think it’s unfair as well. But the worst part is that no one is brave enough to point that out.
Q: What can be inferred about the unspoken rule (C)
Section B
Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
Have you ever had a day when you needed someone to say something positive to you Have you ever felt so upset that if someone had said something nice, you would have immediately felt better If so, a comment from Uncle Praise, a middle-aged man whose job is to offer kind words to strangers on the streets of Japan, might be just what you need.
Uncle Praise hasn’t had an easy life. He once had debts that he couldn’t pay back because of his addiction to betting.
In the end, he lost his job and fell out with his family. With only $4 in savings, he was determined to turn his life around. Though he had always dreamed of becoming a street performer, he wasn’t good at singing, dancing or doing magic tricks. Then one day, he came up with an idea: to praise people who were walking by on the street. Soon, he became known as Uncle Praise and began making a living through this unusual job.
Each day, Uncle Praise spends hours on the street praising people and usually earns about $60. Although he often stands for a long time without anyone approaching him at first, he now has many loyal customers whose spirits are regularly lifted by his uplifting remarks.
Questions：
What caused Uncle Praise to be deep in debt (A)
Who does Uncle Praise offer praises to (B)
Which of the following is True about his current situation (D)
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
The ocean covers about 70% of Earth’s surface, but only about 25% of the vast seafloor has been explored. To get a more complete picture of what lies under the waves, scientists in Australia have turned to sea lions wearing waterproof cameras. Scientists typically use remotely operated vehicles and cameras to map the ocean floor, but this can be expensive, dangerous, and time-consuming.
For a new study, eight adult female sea lions，from two colonies near South Australia were fitted with trackers and underwater video cameras. Each sea lion then returned to its normal life, diving in the waters near Kangaroo Island and Olive Island. The equipment recorded their locations and behavior while they engaged in activities such as searching for food and teaching their young how to hunt. Scientists studied about 89 hours of video from 1,935 sea lion dives. The video showed six different seafloor habitats, including underwater grassy plains and rocky areas.
Using the locations of these habitats and what was already known about the ocean floor, the team was also able to predict the seafloor features of some of the places the sea lions did not reach. The visual record provides a more complete picture of the ocean floor and how sea lions interact with their habitats. These results will help people better understand how to protect underwater habitats and the creatures that live in them, including sea lions and other endangered marine animals.
Questions：
Which of the following is the problem with traditional ocean floor mapping methods (B)
What did the video from the sea lions reveal (D)
What does the speaker mainly talk about (C)
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
W: Hi, Mr. Hung. Are you busy
M: Hi, Rebecca. I’m just tidying up my desk. What can I do for you W: Well, I’m a bit confused about the homework you gave us today. M: I see. What don’t you understand
W: The worksheet you handed out has 25 questions on it. M: Yes, that’s correct. It’s the same one we used last year.
W: But right at the end of class, you clearly said we had to complete all 30 questions. I even wrote it down in my planner.
M: Did I really say that Let me think…
W: Yes, you did. I double-checked with Sam after class, and he heard the same thing. We weren’t sure if there was a second page we missed.
M: Oops, my mistake. I must have been thinking of the longer version I used with another class. Why didn’t anybody say anything about this earlier
W: I have no idea. Maybe everyone is just shy.
M: Now that I think about it, some students did look a little confused when I was explaining the homework.
W: I wanted to say something in class, but I was too nervous to raise my hand. M: That’s OK, Rebecca. Thanks for letting me know.
W: You’re welcome. Is there anything I can do to help
M: Yes, please tell your classmates that I misspoke and that there are only 25 questions. W: Will do!
Questions:
What is stated about the worksheet handed out in class (B)
What did Rebecca do before going to Mr. Hung’s office (C)
Why didn’t Rebecca raise her hand in class (D)
Why did Rebecca go to visit Mr. Huang (A)

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