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江西省上饶市2026届高三第二次高考模拟考试英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 总分：150分
第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)
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 fruit tree will the speakers grow
A. An apple tree. B. A cnerry tree. C. An orange tree.
2. What does John think of the dress
A. Its color is out of fashion.
B. It fits the woman to perfection.
C. It can't show off the woman's figure.
3. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At a bookstore. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
4. When will the man submit the report to Ms. Murphy
A. At 2:00 p. m. B. At 3:00 p. m. C. At 4:00 p. m.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Their ways to beat the heat.
B. Their tips on staying cool in trouble.
C. Their favorite summer activities.
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段录音，回答第6、7题。
6. How does Peter suggest the woman improve her resume
A. By listing more duties she performed.
B. By adding more personal information.
C. By deleting some unnecessary details.
7. What did the woman do
A. A shop owner. B. A salesperson. C. A fitness coach.
听第7段录音，回答第8至 10题。
8. What did the woman's mother tell the stranger about the store
A. Its address. B. Its popular drinks. C. Its decoration style.
9. Why did the store change its location
A. For a low rent. B. For big space. C. For potential customers.
10. What will the woman do next
A. Send a message. B. Do some reading. C. Enjoy some coffee.
听第8段录音，回答第11 至 13题。
11. What has been Howard's struggle
A. Catching up with his teammates.
B. Making friends with his teammates.
C. Understanding the woman's instructions.
12. What does Howard say helped him get into the soccer team
A. Honesty. B. Luck. C. Skills.
13. Why does the woman mention playing instruments
A. To remind Howard to focus more on soccer training.
B. To encourage Howard to find his own strong points.
C. To persuade Howard to take up an instrument.
听第9段录音，回答第14至 16题。
14. What does Max enjoy doing
A. Designing buildings.
B. Observing human behavior.
C. Solving programming-related problems.
15. What job is Sarah interested in
A. A philosophy teacher. B. A researcher. C. A technician.
16. Who supported Sarah's decision on her major
A. Her mother. B. Her father. C. Her schoolmate.
听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。
17. What percentage of participants were pleased for much of the day
A.38%. B.45%. C.94%.
18. Which of the following is a way to manage emotions listed by participants
A. Viewing funny videos.
B. Enjoying some music.
C. Connecting with their parents.
19. What is Dr. Laurence Steinberg's attitude towards social media
A. Objective. B. Casual. C. Disapproving.
20. What do participants most expect their parents to do for them
A. Offer them physical comfort.
B. Give them plenty of space.
C. Listen to their thoughts.
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
Every school day, we teach students a new word that was published in our Word of the Day column. But in February we organized an activity Invent a Word Challenge. We asked teens to come up with new words of their own that they thought were missing from the English language.
More than 1,000 students from around the world responded to our call. Listed alphabetically below are some of our favorites and entries have been edited for length and clarity.
Winner
Miller Roberts, Austin, Texas
synswer (n.): a reply generated automatically by a machine responding to a question, statement or request
e. g. ChatGPT's confusing synswer cooled her enthusiasm for using artificial intelligence to do her work.
Runners-Up
Desert Marigold High School — 10th ELA, Phoenix
decornomen (n.): changing the spelling of a common name for stylistic effect
e. g. My daughter named her child Jaxson, a decornomen of Jackson.
The Lexingtographers, Lexington, Kentucky
draftident (n.): an accidentally shared social media post, email or text
e. g. An increase in cyberbullying has been reported' due to a flood of draftidents.
Hogan, Massachusetts
enterdraining (adj.): used to describe a person, situation or event that is entertaining and funny but becomes tiring after some time
e. g. Although Johnny thinks his stories are funny, his friends find him enterdraining after a while.
Rehan Pagarkar and Vaibhav Herugu, Marlboro, New Jersey
intralogue (n.): an extended, nonverbal conversation with oneself, particularly between opposing viewpoints
e. g. After an intralogue to help overcome her fear, the actress felt confident to take the stage.
21. What is mentioned about“Invent a Word Challenge”
A. Its duration. B. Its impact on teens.
C. The number of entries. D. The scale of participants.
22. Which of the following means a silent inner debate
A. Intralogue. B. Decomomen. C. Draftident. D. Synswer.
23. Where can the text probably taken from
A. An education report. B. A college website.
C. An English-learning newspaper. D. A pop science magazine.
B
Isaac Kehimkar specializes in the study of butterflies and the preservation of their habitats throughoutIndia. Chasing the 1,500 species in India was not an easy job. Though butterflies are delicate and harmless,their habitats are not. Isaac jokes,“Being bitten by bloodthirsty insects, and chased by angry elephants are
add-ons.” He has also encountered political unrest along the way. The upside, though, is that Isaac got to see the real India.“One lifetime is not enough. I have seen most of India while chasing butterflies,” he says.
Isaac's three-decade study has resulted in two books: Book of Indian Butterflies and Butterflies of India,which feature nearly 1,000 species and subspecies, complete with descriptions, identification, and photographs—— many contributed by enthusiasts nationwide. Isaac's passion and dedication earned him the title“Butterfly Man of India.”
Like tigers and lions, butterflies are protected under India's Wildlife Protection Act. For research,scientists need official permission to catch butterflies; Isaac, however, observes and photographs them. Isaac identifies a species’ hotspot, then camps out and waits patiently with a camera, hoping to get a good shot.“Not all butterflies sit on flowers. The Nawab and Rajah families are lured by animal waste or bad flesh. So we can use this to draw them near and photograph,” explains Isaac.“The Blue Oak Leaf butterfly’ s fondness for over-ripe fruit also allows for close study.”
Isaac wants to work with the government to set up wildlife sanctuaries for butterflies. He is also urging citizens to build butterfly gardens to help restore butterfly populations in urban areas.“My role is to actively promote a love for butterflies, because I believe that when we fall in love with butterflies, we fall in love with nature itself,” Isaac says.
24. What does Isaac Kehimkar think of his butterflies chasing
A. Romantic. B. Meaningful. C. Lonely. D. Peaceful.
25. What can be learned about Isaac's books on butterflies
A. They highlight butterfly conservation.
B. All butterfly pictures are by Isaac himself.
C. Each entry contains hand-painted illustrations.
D. They cover about two-thirds of India's butterflies.
26. What does the underlined word“lured” in paragraph 3 mean
A. recorded B. raised C. attracted D. fertilized
27. What is special about Issac's approach to studying butterflies
A. Sampling sufficient subjects. B. Using an observation-based method.
C. Innovating with food on-hand. D. Following wildlife conservation laws.
C
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping urban traffic management in ways that were unimaginable a decade ago. As cities struggle with worsening heavy traffic jams, rising carbon emissions, and the need for safer roads, AI-powered systems are emerging as game-changers. Unlike traditional traffic control methods that rely on fixed times, AI systems analyze real-time data from cameras, sensors, and even smartphone apps to adjust traffic signals dynamically.
In Singapore, the AI traffic management system developed by the Land Transport Authority has reduced travel times by 15% in downtown areas since its launch in 2024. The system processes data from over 5,000traffic sensors and 2,000 cameras, predicting traffic flows up to 30 minutes in advance. When a major accident occurs, it automatically adjusts signals in nearby areas to guide traffic, minimizing backups.Similarly, in Seoul, AI has helped cut traffic jams by 22% on key highways, as the system adjusts the speed of traffic lights based on the number of vehicles in each lane.
Critics believe that AI systems are too expensive to implement and maintain, especially for smaller cities.However, supporters point out that the long-term benefits —— such as reduced fuel consumption and fewer
accidents —— outweigh the initial costs. A study by the International Transport Forum found that AI traffic management could reduce urban carbon emissions by 12% globally by 2030. Moreover, as AI technology advances, the cost of implementation is expected to drop significantly.
Another advantage of AI is its ability to adapt to changing conditions. During peak hours, school drop-offs, or special events, the system can quickly adjust its algorithms(算法) to meet the demand. This flexibility is particularly valuable in cities with complex traffic patterns. As more cities adopt AI-powered traffic solutions, the potential for creating smarter, greener, and more efficient urban environments becomes increasingly evident.
28. What makes AI traffic systems different from traditional ones
A. Improved vehicle control. B. Flexible traffic signal system.
C. Advanced traffic times and cameras. D. Smart city planning and management.
29. What do Seoul and Singapore's AI traffic systems have in common
A. Limits on vehicle speed.
B. Reliance on current traffic conditions.
C. Automatic accident-responsive adjustment.
D. Partnership with the same software company.
30. What's the function of paragraph 3
A. To strengthen the argument. B. To put forward an argument.
C. To indicate the possible challenges. D. To give practical application.
31. What is the author's attitude toward the future of AI traffic systems
A. Unclear. B. Cautious. C. Approving. D. Dismissive.
D
When Tom Swetnam joined the U. S. Forest Service in the 1970s, his assignment was to put out all fires,he recalled. But in graduate school at the University of Arizona's Laboratory of Tree-Ring Research, he was surprised to find a record of repeated fires hundreds of years before European settlers arrived on the continent.Some trees he analyzed bore over 20 fire scars in their rings.
Frequent historical fires meant they couldn't have been severe enough to kill most trees. Instead, a growing body of research showed frequent, low-severity fires made many ecosystems healthier. They rid the forest of dead and sick trees, reducing competition and containing the spread of disease. Because flammable(易燃的) material couldn't build up on the landscape, fires tended to move slowly and die out when they reached the footprints of previous burns.
In 2022, Swetnam and other scientists made a database of fire-scarred trees from across the continent.Their North American Tree-Ring Fire-Scar Network (NAFSN) supported a recent study, which compared historical and modern fire frequencies and uncovered a striking shortfall.
This decrease proves modern firefighting's effectiveness, said Kelly Martin, former president of theInternational Association of Wildland Fire.“Yet the combined consequences of fire control and climate change have undermined humanity's fire-fighting capacity, particularly those fires that start under the most dangerous weather conditions.”
To save ecosystems, Martin said, people must reintroduce healthy fire. At Yosemite National Park, he oversaw carefully planned, controlled fires, known as prescribed burns, to help eliminate some of the fuel that had built up around the important park's facilities. Research shows these burns make subsequent wildfires less severe, even in dangerous weather.
While scientists and officials increasingly agree on the need for more fires, climate change is making the situation more complicated, experts said.“It's a double-edged sword. Wildfires grow more severe with climate change, making prescribed burns more necessary but also more challenging,” noted University ofWashington fire ecologist Susan Prichard.
32. What did Swetnam find astonishing in graduate school
A. The richness of tree-ring research. B. The ineffectiveness of modern fire control.
C. The development of fire-fighting tools. D. The high incidence of early forest fires.
33. How could small, frequent fires benefit ecosystems
A. By clearing the lower plants. B. By lowering risks of big fires.
C. By gathering flammable material. D. By following the track of earlier fires.
34. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. More wildfire will break out.
B. The ecosystem in the forest is in great danger.
C. Prescribed burns are necessary yet require caution.
D. Prescribed burns can reduce the harm of global warming.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. From Fighting Fires to Using Them Wisely B. From Climate Change to Destructive Wildfires
C. Innovations to Help Battle Deadly Wildfires D. Fire History Before and After European Arrival
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5 分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Waste can be turned into treasure in daily life, and eggshells are a pertect example of this. 36 Next time you make a pie or bake a cake, you may want to think twice before throwing eggshells in the trash. They have a variety of practical uses in our everyday life.
37 Tap the small end with a spoon to crack it, then carefully remove the top and empty the egg. Simply fill eggshells with soil, plant seeds just below the surface, and place them near a sunny window.When your seedlings(幼苗) are ready to plant outdoors, simply bury the entire eggshell. The shell will break down and provide extra nutrients for your plants, which accounts for another function of leftover eggshells. 38 . Adding powdered shells to garden soil also helps prevent common diseases.
Would you like to make your own sidewalk chalk at home Now eggshells can make your dream come true in an easy way. Crush clean eggshells into a fine powder. 39 Add food coloring to it, shape it into sticks, and let it dry for three days before use.
Brewing coffee with powdered eggshells greatly reduces its strong bitterness. 40 Besides, you can use eggshells mixed with vinegar to calm minor skin irritations(敏感).
In short, eggshells are far more useful than we often realize, turning waste into value in simple, smart ways.
A. This is why people throw them everyday. B. Stir it into hot water to make a thick mixture. C. This easy trick can make your coffee taste much milder. D. The taste of coffee depends closely on its preparation method. E. Eggshells are an excellent source of micro-nutrients for plants. F. Eggshells work well as small containers for growing young plants. G. Yet many people throw them away without knowing their hidden value.
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。
After my husband died, life became an endless struggle. As a single parent with two young boys,I was, wning in 41 , with no energy for daily chores, let alone 42 Christmas. No cheerful 43 in the house, no decorations on the wall. Some mornings, after dragging myself to drop the boys at school, I just wanted to 44 bed and shut out the world. Even 45 tasks like helping the boys finish homework felt like 46 victories.
One mid-December evening, the doorbell suddenly rang. I hurried to open, only to find a box ofChristmas cookies on the doormat. with a small 47 attached,“On the First Day of Christmas …” We evchanged a look. too surprised to speak. In the following nights, more gifts 48 one after another:( dy canes, delicate ornaments... all carrying the familiar note.
Curiosity drove us to catch the mysterious 49 . I turned on the porch light and turned off the living room lights, 50 in the shadow. My boys knelt quietly by the door, eyes wide open, holding their breath. But the gifts always arrived when we were away or slightly 51 . Later, I gave up the 52 , even treating the boys with cookies to stay in the kitchen, determined to 53 this warm mystery.
Fifteen years on, I still don't know who the giver is. The mystery has become a warm 54 ,teaching me to bravely live with unknowns and always 55 hope in the dark.
41. A. sorrow B. paperwork C. passion D. guilt
42. A. skip B. check C. appreciate D. celebrate
43. A. wishes B. tunes C. giveaways D. descriptions
44. A. keep away from B. draw back from C. go back to D. give way to
45. A. simple B. practical C. backbreaking D. engaging
46. A. ever-changing B. well-preserved C. long-held D. hard-won
47. A. note B. bookmark C. receipt D. photo
48. A. dropped B. withdrew C. split D. appeared
49. A. admirer B. giver C. instructor D. observer
50. A. sleeping B. resting C. waiting D. praying
51. A. distracted B. contented C. impatient D. hopeful
52. A. calculation B. research C. chase D. analysis
53. A. uncover B. present C. explain D. protect
54. A. change B. memory C. record D. promise
55. A. fulfill B. abandon C. nurse D. predict
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个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Amie, a British woman, became a hit online last month with a video review of a public hospital inBeijing. With persistent stomach pain and facing a long wait in Britain, she went to China, 56 she had once lived. Tests, diagnosis and treatment were quick and cost some 2,800 yuan. It was 57 (cheap), even including the air fare, than a private hospital in Britain. After Amie's video went viral, other foreigners contributed their accounts 58 cheap and efficient care in China.
Driven by a target set a decade ago 59 (turn) China into a competitive destination for medical tourism by 2030, the country is now attracting 60 growing number of foreign patients. In recent years, China's best hospitals have gained excellent doctors and 61 (equip). Some procedures, such as laser eye surgery, are world-class and less costly than Western hospitals. Moreover,expanded visa-free policies 62 (make) medical visits easier since 2023.
Most of the foreigners in Chinese hospitals are residents, but big cities like Shanghai and Beijing are starting to receive more patients from abroad. 63 (specific), with Vietnamese heading to hospitals in the south, Russians are traveling over the border to the north-east.
State media interpret this as an 64 (encourage) sign of China's growing medical appeal, citing its efficieney and affordability. 65 , some worry about extra pressure on China's public-funded medical system. Doctors are already overworked and hospital queues are common.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华,你校正在为主题为“Charming Chinese Villages”校园活动征集海报设计。请你给负责此项工作的外教 Chris写邮件，把右图你创作的海报发送给他，并说明你的设计内容和设计理由。
参考词汇: live-streaming 直播
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Chris,
I hope this email finds you well. I'm Li Hua from Class 1, Grade 3.
Yours sincerely,
第二节(满分25分) Li Hua
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。
I am Ava, a positive girl who always focus on the bright side. For example, being the tallest in the class may bother some but I can easily reach the top shelves in the library.
But this got challenged this February when a new student named Ava Zafra came. Ms. Wu called me“Ava J.” and her“Ava Z.,” But others quickly found a new way to tell us apart:“Little Ava”(who barely reached Ms. Wu's waist) and“Big Ava.” Often, someone yelled“Aval” then shook his head when I looked up:“Not you—— Big Ava. I want Little Ava.” Each mistake was a tiny scratch on my heart, and I could feel my confidence being carved away.
We hardly had anything in common. I loved soft pinks and bright yellows. She wore all black. In art classes, I drew cute kittens on rainbows; she painted her face black, stomping and growling,“A fierce monster! Fear me!” I'd avoid her with my ears covered. I hated loud yelling.
Ms. Wu announced a play, Clever Jack. I hoped for the fairy(精灵), picturing how pretty I would be in the fairy costume with glowing wings. I just got a fairy costume as a birthday gift. I perched, twisting my shirt, as she called roles.“The fairy: Ava Z.” My heart sank. Then, the teacher turned to me.“Ava J., the giant.” My throat tightened. The giant was ugly, scary, with only one line, an angry shout“ARRGHI” I stared at my desk, too sad to notice Little Ava's frown. We practiced two weeks, and I remembered all the moves and lines perfectly, even the fairy's. Classmates said our height“fit the roles perfectly,” but we never smiled.
Costume day(试装日) came. Little Ava's fairy dress looked adorable, but she frowned as if she’ d rather wear mud. Then Ms. Wu held out my costume: a dark coat, as rough as sandpaper, which scratched my fingers the second I hesitantly took it. My last hope for a beautiful costume was dashed. I hid the coat behind,turning to run away, too embarrassed to let anyone see my tears.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I rushed into the bathroom, only to find Little Ava already there, crying too. The next day, it was finally time for the play to begin.
上饶市2026届高三年级第二次高考模拟考试
英语试题参考答案
第一部分听力
1-5 BCBCA 6-10 CBBCA
11-15 ABBCB 16-20 ACBAC
第二部分 阅读
21-23 DAC 24-27 BDCB 28-31 BBAC 32-35 DBCA
36-40 GFEBC
第三部分 语言运用
第一节完形填空
41-45 ADBCA 46-50 DADBC 51-55 ACDBC
第二节语法填空
56. where 57. cheaper 58. of 59. to turn 60. a
61. equipment 62. have made 63. Specifically 64. encouraging
65. However
第四部分 写作
第一节
Possible version one
Dear Chris,
I hope this email finds you well. I'm Li Hua from Class 1, Grade 3. I am writing to submit my poster design for the school activity titled“Charming Chinese Villages”and share my ideas with you.
My poster adopts a classic Chinese ink-wash style. It shows a young lady live-streaming local produce against the background of ancient village houses and misty mountains, with lanterns adding a traditional touch. It also shows the basic information about the activity. The design combines traditional Chinese culture with modern live-streaming promotion, aiming to display the unique beauty and new vitality of Chinese villages.
I sincerely hope my design can be well-received and gain positive feedback.Thank you for your time and advice.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
Possible version two
Dear Chris,
I hope this email finds you well. I'm Li Hua from Class 1, Grade 3. I am writing to submit my poster design for the“Charming Chinese Villages” activity.
My poster adopts a classic Chinese ink-wash painting style to show the elegance of traditional Chinese aesthetics. In the background, mist-env eloped mountains and white-walled, black-tiled village houses create a peaceful scene. In the foreground, a villager is live-streaming with a tray of local produce. Not only does this design represent the countryside in a picturesque way, but it also bridge the gap between traditional rural culture and modern rural revitalization.
I would greatly appreciate it if you could give me some constructive feedback on this design. I sincerely hope my work can contribute to the success of our school's activity.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节
Possible version one
I rushed into the bathroom, only to find Little Ava already there, crying too. Our red, puffy eyes met, and an awkward silence hung in the air as tears kept rolling down our cheeks. She stared at the fairy dress in her hand, muttering“it was too silly” whileI hung my head, admitting the giant costume made me ugly. Suddenly, a thought sparked in my mind,“Why not swap roles ” Her sobs quieted at my proposal. I told her I would bring my birthday fairy costume tomorrow. We nodded eagerly, the heavy weight of sadness melting away, and left the bathroom with light hearts, brimming with quiet excitement for the play.
The next day, it was finally time for the play to begin. With hearts pounding with nervous excitement, we took a deep breath and stepped onto the stage. In the glowing costume, I twirled lightly, my movements graceful and vivid, bringing the fairy to life.Little Ava, though the giant costume hung a bit loose on her, threw herself fully into the role, roaring“ARRGH!” with such passion that it echoed through the room. Our performance was surprisingly smooth and vivid, drawing enthusiastic applause from the audience, especially my classmates and Mrs Wu. We turned to each other,grinning widely, and it dawned on me that empathy and mutual understanding were the true power, turning our frustrations into friendship and our differences into something beautiful.
Possible version two
I rushed into the bathroom, only to find Little Ava already there, crying too. As she sobbed into a tissue, she squeezed the fairy dress tightly, leaving it messy and wrinkled. I froze, and then sat beside her, my own tears still burning my cheeks.“Ihate it,” she mumbled, kicking the floor.“I don't want to be a silly fairy——I want to roar, not twirl.” My heart skipped a beat, and I whispered my own wish. We looked at each other, red-eyed but determined to swap the roles, and marched to Ms. Wu's office. She listened, smiled, and nodded,“If that's what makes you shine, go for it.”
The next day, it was finally time for the play to begin. I slipped into my birthday fairy costume, soft, glittering, and my hands stopped shaking. When I stepped onto the stage, the lights warmed my face, and I moved gently, just as I'd imagined. Off to the side, Little Ava, in the rough giant coat, let out a thunderous“ARRGH!” that made the audience gasp. When the play ended, applause erupted, and for the first time,someone yelled“Aval!” and smiled at both of us, no“Big” or“Little,” just two girls who’ d found their right place.
听力原文
Text 1
W: Bob, let's plant a fruit tree in our backyard. I'm thinking about an apple tree, an orange tree or a cherry tree.
M: An apple tree takes up lots of space, and an orange tree might not adapt well to our climate. How about a cherry tree Cherry trees are smaller and easier to maintain.
W: Sounds perfect!
Text 2
W: John, do you think this dress suits me
M: Well, orange is the big color this year, but the dress makes you look a bit fat. Why don't you try on a tailored suit Clever tailoring can set your figure off to advantage.
Text 3
M: Susan What brings you here
W: I' ve got some papers due, but they' re not finished because of a lack of supporting details. So I want to get some reference books here.
M: I see. But you'd better hurry. No books can be checked out after 7:00 p. m.
Text 4
W: It's 2:00 p. m. Can you hand in your report in an hour
M: I'm afraid not, Ms. Murphy. I still have to check some data. I' ll need twice as much time as you expect.
W: Alright.
Text 5
W: It's so hot these days. How do you cool yourself down
M: I drink some iced water and stay indoors with the air conditioning on. How about you
W: I rely on a fan most of the time and sometimes take a cold shower.
Text 6
W: Peter, you' re an experienced personnel manager. Can you take a look at my resume
M: You have found the right person. Hmm, I' ll come straight to the point. There are too many details in your work experience part. Try to focus on your key accomplishments rather than just listing duties.
W: It makes sense, but can you be a little spectfic
M: For example, you can stress your outstanding achievements, like winning the sales championsho by selling fitness equipment.
W:I got it. Thanks so much!M: My pleasure.
Text 7
M: Hey, Nora. How was your day
W: It was all right. Well, my mom and I assisted a man who wanted to go to Jenny’ sCafe. I gave him the new address, and my mom even recommended popular drinks at the store.
M: Your mom is always warm-hearted. Wait, you just said the new address.⑨Has the store moved
W: Yes, it has. The reason is that the previous location had low customer traffic. The store has bigger space now, though the rent is higher. Anyway, the new place is prettily decorated.
M:I see. Could you send me the new address of the store I intend to go there for coffee and some reading this Saturday.
W: No problem.
Text 8
W: Howard, I' ve asked you to come here, because I' ve noticed you' re facing some challenges with your performance in the soccer team.
M:I know. I'm having trouble keeping up with my teammates though I' ve made great efforts.
W: It seems like soccer might not be your strongest sport. Have you played much before
M: Actually, no. I made the team just because of a lucky goal during tryouts.
W:I appreciate your honesty. Well, if you still want to be in the team, I suggest you take some classes and try again next year.
M:I understand. It's just d. sappointing.
W: Evervone has strengths and weaknesses. For example, my strength is soccer, butI'm bad at playing instruments. Playing soccer might not be your strength, but I'm sure you are great at other areas.
M: Thanks, Ms. White. I need to figure out where my strengths lie.
W: Take your time. You' ll find what you' re good at.
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W: Hi, Max! Have you thought about what you want to major in at university
M: Hey, Sarah! I'm really interested in Computer Science. The demand for technical skills is huge right now, and I love solving problems related to programming.
W: That sounds exciting! I was thinking about Psychology or Architecture. In the end,I chose Psychology.
M: Psychology sounds rewarding! What kind of career paths are you considering
W: I'm thinking about becoming a psychologist or maybe doing research in behavioral psychology. What about you Any dream job- in mind with computer science
M: Hmm... I'd love to work in artificial intelligence, developing new algorithms that can solve complex problems.
W: Great. Have your parents had any impact on your choice
M: Yeah, my dad works in IT. How about you
W: My mother and my psychology teacher encouraged me to explore psychology further, because they saw my interest in understanding human behavior. It's reassuring to have their support.
M: That's good.
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W: When it comes to teenage mental health, adults can do a lot to help, according to new data. Dr. Lisa Damour, a clinical psychologist in Ohio, partnercu with the WaltonFamily Foundation and Gallup in the research. The survey asked 1,675 kids aged 10 to18 about their emotional lives and then needs from the adults who care for them. Of the preteens and teens who were surveyed,45% said they felt stressed the day before and 38% felt anxious. But 94% said they also felt happy for much of that day.“What Ihope that families can take from these results is that kids have terrific ways of managing their own emotions,” said Damour. Among the top ways preteens and teens listed were playing video games, listening to music, talking about their feelings and connecting with friends.“Research has shown that music is an effective way to experience an emotion to work through it and get the feeling out,” saidDamour.“Social media has its own risks, but the potential benefits of social media to a large proportion of teens haven't received enough attention,” said Dr. LaurenceSteinberg, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Temple University inPhiladelphia. The thing that preteens and teens who are going through something tough want most from their parents is to be listened to, the data showed. That was followed closelk by giving them space. Physical comfort ranked lower.

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