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三明一中 2025-2026 学年下学期半期考
高二英语试卷
(试卷满分 150 分，考试时长 120 分钟)
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考生号等填写在答题卡上。考生要认真核
对答题卡上的信息。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用 2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，用黑色墨水签字笔
在答题卡上书写作答。如在试卷上作答，答案无效。
3.考试结束后，监考员将答题卡收回。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答
案转涂到答题卡上。
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 is the speakers' final destination
A. Luoyang. B. Xi’ an. C. Chongqing.
2. What does the girl probably want to sell
A. Textbooks. B. Oil paints. C. A schoolbag.
3. Who is the man
A. A doctor. B. A hotel guest. C. A hotel worker.
4. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Taking notes in class.
B. Preparing for a presentation.
C. Recommending a documentary.
5. What did the woman do last weekend
A. She went camping. B. She watched a match. C. She played tennis.
第二节
听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选
项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5秒钟；听完
后，各小题将给出 5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第 6段材料，回答第 6、7题。
6. What day is it today
A. Tuesday. B. Wednesday. C. Thursday.
7. What will Jessica do on Friday afternoon
A. See a doctor. B. Sort out the data. C. Go to the airport.
听第 7段材料，回答第 8至 10 题。
8. Why does Sophia want to start a business in her hometown
A. To encourage young people to return.
B. To help villagers easily get groceries.
C. To sell local products nationwide.
9. What remains to be done by Sophia
A. Building a dependable supply chain.
B. Saving up enough startup costs.
C. Picking a suitable location.
10. What is the man's attitude towards Sophia's decision
A. Disapproving. B. Unclear. C. Understanding.
听第 8段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. Which of the following is the man's voluntary task
A. Guiding visitors. B. Collecting artworks. C. Selling tickets.
12. What impressed the man most about the foreign visitors
A. Their deep love of modern art.
B. Their strong interest in Chinese painting.
C. Their wide knowledge of Chinese history.
13. What did the man learn from the volunteer activity
A. More painting skills.
B. Better communication skills.
C. A finer appreciation of art.
听第 9段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Fellow travellers. B. Family members. C. Tour guide and tourist.
15. What aspect of Cambridge does the woman gain a new insight into
A. Its historical development.
B. Its academic atmosphere.
C. Its beautiful architecture.
16. Where is Newton's Apple Tree located
A. By the bridge at King's College.
B. At the back of the Round Church.
C. Near the entrance of Trinity College.
17. What is included in this tour
A. A bus tour. B. A boat ride. C. A train trip.
听第 10段材料，回答第 18至 20题。
18. Why did Rohan start the charity program
A. To help kids who lost their books.
B. To collect clothes for the homeless.
C. To help rebuild houses.
19. What was destroyed by the wildfires
A. Around 1,000 local bookshops.
B. Over 16,000 buildings.
C. About 60,000 books.
20. What did the experience teach Veeren Mehra
A. Books are important for comfort and joy.
B. People will support each other in tough times.
C. Humans are insignificant in the face of nature.
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
Discover Your Guided Tour at UNESCO
Introduction to UNESCO House
Located in Paris's 7th near the Eiffel Tower, UNESCO House has been home to the headquarters of
this specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) since 1958. Designed by architects Bernard Zehrfuss,
Marcel Breuer and Luigi Nervi, this modern architectural treasure reflects the spirit of collaboration
(合作) and innovation.
Tour Highlights
This guided tour, which focuses on the actions and impact of the United NationsEducational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), will allow you to discover its operation as well as its
values. Accompanied by your guide, you will pass through the institution’ s iconic(标志性的) spaces,
and will discover the exceptional works of art housed in UNESCO House: from Miró to Picasso, from
Giacometti to Calder, as well as theTolerance Square or the Japanese Garden. A unique and
unexpected collection unfolds along the way.
Useful information
Booking Requirements: For security reasons, visitors must email
their full names and birth dates at least 3 days before the visit. Failing
to do so will result in denied access.
Special Groups: Disabled visitors are entitled to free
admission, but the accompanying person needs a paid ticket.
Language: Tours are available in multiple
languages,including French, English, German, and more.
Cancellations: UNESCO reserves the right to cancel the visit due to
security concerns or high level events with refunds offered.
21. What is the key feature of the guided tour at UNESCO House
A. It explores the design of the building.
B. It introduces the history of UNESCO.
C. It showcases the exceptional works of art.
D. It shares the values of the United Nations.
22. What are visitors required to do before the visit
A. Reserve hotel rooms. B. Have a security check.
C. Choose a preferred language. D. Submit personal information.
23. How much would a couple with 2 children aged 6 and 17 pay for admission
A. ?27. B. ?29. C. ?36. D. ?44.
B
After ten years in London, I recently relocated to Berlin, and as is customary when making new
friends, the question“Where are you from ” tends to come up. My honest answer would be,“I don't
really know.”
The truth is, most of us TCKs (Third Culture Kids)—— a term coined to describe“children who
move between cultures before they have had the opportunity to fully develop their personal and
cultural identity”—— had no choice growing up but to follow our parents around the world. We'd
often be told,“Pack your bags, kids. We' re moving!” and in the blink of an eye, everything would
change.
By the time I was 18,I had changed schools 10 times, moved countries at least 6 times,acquired a
confusing accent, and developed both a love of travel and a desire for stability.
Being an Indonesian-Italian, I often felt an identity crisis weighing on me in my teens.
Moving to a new country after spending ten years in the UK —— the longest I have lived
anywhere —— has brought back feelings of this cultural confusion. Growing up as a TCK isn't as
charming as many people would expect. It is both a blessing and a curse(诅咒 ), beautiful but
unpredictable, and full of adventures. This lack of roots and stability will likely cause issues later in
life.
Yet kids are adaptable. After overcoming culture shock, you start to adjust and see the bigger
picture. You learn that the world is much bigger than you, and that your problems are small. You also
learn responsibility, respect different beliefs, and form your own opinions.Making friends and then
losing touch teaches you that everything is temporary.
Growing up as a TCK, you rarely realize how adaptable you are, until your older friends often
comment on how“wise and mature” you are for your age. Travelling from a young age opens your
eyes and teaches that diversity is nothing to be afraid of. Growing up as a TCKwas tough, but I
wouldn't trade it for anything. It has shaped me to be the person that I am today —— an actual
“citizen of the world”.
24. How does the author usually respond to“Where are you from”
A. By stating her nationality directly.
B. By admitting her uncertainty honestly.
C. By explaining the TCK concept briefly.
D. By describing her experiences in detail.
25. What does the author say about TCKs' childhood
A. They enjoyed planning their moves.
B. They resisted their parents' decisions.
C. They maintained their personal lifestyle.
D. They were forced to adapt to sudden changes.
26. Which of the following can best describe TCKs' experiences
A. Easy and fulfilling. B. Peaceful and predictable.
C. Routine but eye-opening. D. Adventurous but beneficial.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Growing up as a TCK B. Challenges for Migration
C. How to Become a Global Citizen D. How to Adapt to Diverse Cultures
C
Online short-form video has shifted from a light distraction to a constant background in many
children's lives.
What used to fill a spare moment now shapes how young people relax and communicate,
with platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Short s drawing in millions through
endlessly personalized feeds. While these apps offer fun and connection, their design
encourages long periods of rapid scrolling that can be difficult for young users to manage.Short-form
videos are engineered to capture the brain's desire for novelty, with each swipe(滑动 ) promising
something different. Because the feed rarely pauses, the natural breaks that help attention reset
disappear.
Over time, this constant stimulation can weaken self control and sustain focus, creating a cycle
that is hard to break. Sleep is one of the clearest areas where this causes harm. The bright light from
screens delays sleep, while the emotional highs and lows of rapid content make it difficult for the
brain to settle. Beyond sleep disturbances, the constant stream of peer images can lead to comparison.
Pre-teens may internalize unrealistic standards of popularity and appearance, causing lower
self-respect and anxiety. Younger children are especially at risk due to less mature self-regulation and
a more fragile sense of identity.
This consumption pattern matters because childhood is a critical period for learning how to
tolerate boredom and handle uncomfortable feelings. When every quiet moment is filled with quick
entertainment, children lose chances to practice daydreaming, invent games, or simply let their
thoughts wander. Unstructured time is essential for young minds to learn how to calm themselves and
develop internal focus.
Fortunately, there are encouraging signs of change. Governments and schools begin to address
digital wellbeing more directly. At home, establishing simple family rules, such as keeping devices
out of bedrooms, can protect sleep and reduce late-night scrolling. With thoughtful support,
responsive policies, and safer platform design, children can enjoy these videos without harming their
wellbeing or development.
28. How does short-form video affect attention according to the text
A. It trains self-control. B. It removes natural breaks.
C. It adds longer pauses. D. It satisfies the need for novelty.
29. What is paragraph 3 mainly about
A. The impact of sleep loss. B. The anxiety of peer comparison.
C. The risk of identity crisis. D. The harm of constant stimulation.
30. What does the author imply about unstructured time
A. It increases screen dependency. B. It benefits children's development.
C. It should be replaced by activities. D. It is less important than schooling.
31. What does the author suggest to improve children's digital wellbeing
A. Making videos more engaging. B. Restricting device use at home.
C. Adopting a multi-party approach. D. Leaving device rules to schools.
D
Ocean litter is a major environmental problem around the world. To rise to this challenge, a
research team at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has now developed an autonomous diving
robot that can discover and collect litter. It uses an AI system to analyze objects with ultrasound (超声
波) and cameras, picks them up and brings them to the surface.
The entire system consists of an unmanned service boat with a small underwater search robot
and the diving robot. The service boat supplies the underwater robots with power and data by cable
and uses ultrasound to map the seabed. After a search robot scans the seabed,the diving robot dives to
the rubbish, collects it, and puts it into a floating waste container.
Equipped with a camera and sonar(声呐 ), the system can identify rubbish even in dark and
unclear water. Since hardly any image material is available for underwater objects that could help to
train the search robot, the team labeled more than 7,000 pictures to teach the AIto tell rubbish from
natural objects. After recognizing waste, the AI displays it in 3D to determine how to grasp the object
safely and firmly.
The diving robot's four-fingered hand can squeeze with a force of 4,000 newtons and grasp
objects weighing up to 250 kg. However, special sensors enable it to gauge how much force it can
apply without causing damage. This prevents plastic buckets from breaking, for example, or glass
bottles from breaking into pieces.
Tested in the Port of Marseille in France and the Port of Hamburg in Germany, the system is
expected to be widely used between 2030 and 2033. Project manager Bart DeSchutter believes this
technology could be game-changing in addressing ocean litter.
32. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. How the system works. B. How the service boat is powered.
C. Where the rubbish goes. D. What the search robot is made of.
33. How does the system tell rubbish from natural objects underwater
A. By working with divers to check different objects.
B. By measuring the weight and size of the objects.
C. By being trained with over 7,000 labeled pictures.
D. By using a special cable to display the objects in 3D.
34. What does the underlined word“gauge” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Prove. B. Imagine. C. Judge. D. Increase.
35. What is Bart De Schutter's attitude toward the future of the technology
A. Doubtful. B. Positive. C. Unconcerned. D. Unclear.
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。
What is failure The inability to achieve something or lack of success is known as a failure.
Yes, failure hurts. 36 . When we fail in life, it can be difficult to get up again,but let me tell you
this: We learn more than you think from failures.
Toughness
The first thing that we learn from our failures is toughness, which is one of the most important
life skills to build. Building toughness is more useful than we think it is. 37 .Only through
toughness can we adopt the appropriate behaviors to overcome change.Toughness can also help us
build perseverance and motivation.
Modesty
All of us know that our egos (自我) are very sensitive. 38 . Most of the time, a healthy
dose of failure will keep our egos at bay and they will teach us modesty. Failure, thus,will actually
make us modest.
Flexibility
No matter what happens, we must always learn to be flexible in life. It is a tough pill to swallow
because even the best-laid plans can be upset. 39 . This is why we must always be flexible, and
failure teaches us to be flexible. When we learn to adapt, we can easily overcome challenges and
become the best version of ourselves.
40
It is just like flexibility. When we fail at something, it teaches us to approach the problem from
a different angle. If you are terrible at something, don't be ashamed. Work on your skills and learn to
tackle the situation from a different perspective and skill. Eventually,you will be successful.
Intelligent failures are actually very beneficial for us, bringing us knowledge, insight,and value.
A. Courage
B. Innovation
C. It makes us feel miserable at times
D. It can actually help us grow a healthy and strong mindset
E. Once out of control, they can become beasts on their own
F. So, humility is a significant component in interpersonal communication
G. However, you can be successful in life and all it takes is a bit of an adjustment
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，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的
最佳选项。
This summer I came face-to-face with three deep-rooted fears: heights, bears, and 41 .
Two friends joined me on a four-day wilderness getaway. Since we were all in our seventies, we
decided we'd better go while we still could.
On one hike, I found myself on a bridge made of two partly rotten logs, 42 high above rushing
rapids. I would never have attempted it without our guide ahead, mouthing 43 words.Fixing my
eyes on her boots, I 44 along the shaky logs. Somehow, I made it across,flooded with intense
excitement and huge 45 .
Later, after spotting bear tracks, we were told to make loud noises, which soon became a game.
Until suddenly, time stood 46 .
We had just crossed a stream when the guide whispered,“There’ s a bear.” I looked up in 47
and saw not one, but two, about ten meters above us —— the mother in front, her baby behind.
48 scared speechless, I couldn't help noticing how beautiful they looked. Iwondered if it
would be my 49 memory. As they started towards us, we shouted and waved our hiking poles.
Taken aback, they stopped, then slowly 50 . Another fear was overcome!
On our final morning, we were asked to bring back a“ 51 ” stick, rock, and leaf to share
what would“stick” with us, what“rocked,” and what we would“leaf”behind. The 52 of
friendship would stick with me. Women supporting one another truly rocked. And I hoped to leave
some fears behind.
Our guide ended by expressing her 53 , praising our positive attitude, and saying she
hoped to be like us in another thirty or forty years. Those words warmed my heart and 54 my
fear of being aged. Being valued for what we had accomplished felt like winning an Olympic medal
—— even if just for 55 .
41. A. health B. failure C. loneliness D. ageing
42. A. covered B. suspended C. hidden D. dropped
43. A. satisfying B. alarming C. encouraging D. amusing
44. A. inched B. jumped C. ran D. looked
45. A. disappointment B. relief C. shock D. confusion
46. A. silent B. still C. firm D. calm
47. A. excitement B. satisfaction C. anger D. disbelief
48. A. Though B. Since C. If D. Unless
49. A. first B. last C. best D. worst
50. A. turned out B. turned over C. turned away D. turned down
51. A. beautiful B. meaningful C. colorful D. peaceful
52. A. bond B. load C. passion D. journey
53. A. concern B. gratitude C. surprise D. admiration
54. A. expressed B. increased C. eased D. proved
55. A. participation B.competition C. achievement D. performance
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的正确形式。
Poetry artfully combines sounds, words and grammar, making it delightful to read aloud.Using
language and imagery 56 (convey) thoughts and feelings, it touches hearts across ages and
borders.
Chinese classical poetry attaches great 57 (important) to harmonious and rhythmic
structures. 58 (compose) under strict rules of fixed lines and character counts, it creates 59
unique rhythm and graceful rhyme. The Tang Dynasty was the golden age of classical Chinese poetry.
Li Bai, Du Fu and Wang Wei have gained worldwide fame, and their works 60 (admire) globally for
centuries.
Chinese poetry has shaped world literature significantly. Thanks to translators like Ezra
Pound,ancient Chinese poems have won international recognition, showing their 61 (power)
charm across cultures. Since the early 20th century, Chinese writers have introduced European
literature into China, greatly 62 (affect) the development of modern Chinese poetry.Poets such
as Wordsworth and Shelley, 63 works are romantic and nature-focused, are deeply loved in
China. Their styles are similar 64 those of Tang poets.
Nowadays, a growing number of people are fond of poetry, and 65 makes it so popular is
that it bridges cross-cultural understanding between the East and the West.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分 40分)
第一节(满分 15分)
你校学生会近期就“高中生频繁购买校外摊点小吃”的现象开展了问卷调查，请你结合图中
调查结果,以“Rethinking Snacks from Street Stalls(流动小吃摊)”为题,给校英文报撰写一篇短文，
内容包括：
(1)描述图表并分析原因；
(2)你的建议。
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。
Rethinking Snacks from Street Stalls
第二节(满分 25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Last week in biology class, the teacher had the students pair up to care for a plant or a small
animal for a month. Alex and Sam became partners. They picked out a little hamster(仓鼠) with soft
brown fur and shiny black eyes. They named it Peanut and set up a cage for it on the bookshelf next
to their desks.
They took turns feeding Peanut, cleaning the cage and giving it water. Alex liked
watching Peanut nun on the wheel in the cage. Sam liked holding it gently. Peanut soon became the
class star. Everyone passing by would stop and say hi. Some even brought vegetable pieces and
Peanut would eat them greedily.
One morning, it was Alex's turn to clean the cage. He took Peanut out and set it on a chair
while he cleaned the plastic base. When he finished and looked back, Peanut was gone.Alex's heart
sank. He got down on his hands and knees and searched under the desks, his face pale with worry.
At that moment, Sam rushed over, face red, blaming Alex for being careless.Alex felt awful but also
angry.“Hey, remember yesterday you left the cage door unlocked So don't just blame me.” Sam
shook his head.“I didn't lose him today—you did!” They said no more and searched under every
chair, behind the bookshelf, and inside desks. But Peanut was
nowhere to be seen. Then the bell rang. They had to stop. Sam walked back to his seat, head down.
Alex stood there for a second, then did the same. The empty cage sitting on the bookshelf was like a
wall standing between them, right in their hearts.
After school, without a word, they both stayed behind. They searched everywhere again but
found nothing. Alex was about to give up when he beard a tiny scratching (抓挠 ) sound. It came
from the corner near the bookshelf.
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。
Immediately, Alex rushed to the bookshelf.
Picking Peanut up, Alex and Sam looked at each other, both with a guilty look.
三明一中 2025-2026 学年下学期半期考
高二英语参考答案
第一部分 听力(共两节，每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分)
1~5 CBCBC 6~10 ACBAA 11~15 ABBAA 16~20 CBABB
第二部分 阅读(共两节，每小题 2.5 分，满分 50 分)
21~23 CDD 24~27BDDA 28~31 BDBC 32~35ACCB
36~40 CDEGB
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 41~45 DBCAB 46~50 BDABC 51~55 BADCA
第二节
56. to convey 57. importance posed 59. a 60. have been admired
61. powerful 62. affecting 63. whose 64. to 65. what
第四部分写作(共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节
参考范文
Rethinking Snacks from Street Stalls
Recently, our student union conducted a survey on how frequently high school students buy snacks
from street stalls. As is clearly shown in the chart, 69% of students purchase them several times a week
and 21% once a week. Surprisingly, students who never purchase them only take up 10%.
The convenience, low cost, and appealing taste of these snacks may account for this phenomenon.
However, eating them too often may lead to health issues, such as digestive problems or unbalanced
nutrition.
Therefore, it is suggested that the school provide healthier and affordable alternatives in the
cafeteria. Meanwhile, students should raise awareness of healthy eating and choose more nutritious meal
options. After all, a healthy diet lays the foundation for a successful future.
第二节
参考范文
Immediately, Alex rushed to the bookshelf. Bending down, he gently moved aside the piled books
one by one, his heart pounding with anxiety. There, curling in the narrow space
behind the shelf, was Peanut, trembling faintly, its tiny paws still holding a piece of vegetable.Alex let
out a long sigh of relief and gently reached out his hand towards the little creature,rubbing his face
against its soft fur. At that moment, Sam hurried over, eyes wide with astonishment, and the tense
atmosphere between them instantly melted away.
Picking Peanut up, Alex and Sam looked at each other, both with a guilty look. Alex was the first
to break the silence, apologizing sincerely for his carelessness. Sam, his face flushed with shame, also
apologized for losing his temper and blaming Alex without thinking twice.They carefully placed
Peanut back in its cage and secured the door firmly. This small accident taught them a valuable lesson:
staying calm and working together. Not only did they regain their lovely little pet, but they also
learned to be more responsible and forgiving. Their friendship became deeper and more precious
through this experience.
录音原文
Text 1 高铁换乘
W: Max, we' ve just arrived in Luoyang. We should get off and transfer at the next station,Xi’ an.
M: Oh, right. I almost forgot that this train doesn't go straight through to Chongqing.
Text 2 校园跳蚤市场
M:I sold 3 old textbooks for $15 at the school flea market today.
W: It's a good deal.
M: Yes. And I got a used schoolbag in great condition for only $6. The market will be open again next
Friday.
W: Good. I have some spare oil paints.
Text 3 送餐服务
W: Hello, can I have lunch delivered to my room
M: Of course. What would you like
W: I'm feeling under the weather, so something light like porridge might help me feel better.
M: OK. I' ll have it sent to your room shortly.
Text 4 课堂展示
W: Any ideas on how to present the subject of Western art in class
M: Maybe we could get some inspiration from documentaries.
W: OK. I remember Mr. Anderson once recommended a few.
M: Let's pick some to watch, and note down some information to use in our slides.
Text 5 放弃露营
M: I didn't expect the weather to clear up last weekend, or I would have gone camping with you.
W: Camping alone didn't sound like much fun, so I practiced for my match instead.
M: I'm sure all your hard work will pay off on the tennis court.
Text 6工作安排
W: We need to finish the report by this Friday.⑥Can you work overtime tomorrow
M: ⑥I'm afraid I can't. I have a doctor's appointment on Wednesday. What about working overtime on
Thursday instead
W: That's OK. ⑦The meeting on Friday is of great significance to our company. Who did you arrange for
to go to the airport to pick up the clients on that day
M:⑦Jessica. She' ll pick up the clients at the airport at 2:00 p. m.
W: Perfect. I' ll sort out the data right away so we can dive into the report smoothly with the clients.
Text 7 回乡创业
M:⑧Sophia, I heard you are going to quit.
W: Yeah.⑧I'm returning to my hometown to start a business, selling groceries to nearby villagers.
M:⑧What made you decide to do that
W:⑧Grocery shopping in my hometown is much harder than in the city. With the younger generation
leaving for education and work, many elderly people are left alone. And it's not easy for them to get
groceries.
M:⑩That sounds like a lot of work. Obviously, It's wiser to stick with your current job.
W: It is challenging but worth trying. Right now, I' ve saved enough startup costs and have chosen a
location.⑨My next step is to establish a dependable supply chain.
M:⑩You'd better think twice.
Text 8在国画展担任志愿者
M: Helen, how was your weekend
W: It was great! I went to that theme park Samuel mentioned. What about you M: I volunteered at a Chinese painting exhibition in the city's art gallery. My tasks were setting up
displays———— hanging paintings carefully to avoid damage, guiding visitors around the halls, and
answering their questions about the artworks.
W:I guess you must have met a lot of people there.
M: Yes! I even talked to some foreign guests. They praised me for my clear explanation of the
cultural significance of traditional ink paintings. What impressed me most was how much they admired
the fine brushwork and poetic themes.
W: Did you learn anything from the experience
M: Absolutely! My communication skills improved a lot.
Text 9剑桥徒步导览(第 14 题为推断题)
M: It's been half an hour since our guide Emily went to get tickets for the Round Church.
W: This attraction is incredibly popular. She just said in the WeChat group there's quite a long queue at the
ticket office.
M: Ah,I see. So what do you think of the Cambridge tour so far
W: Before this tour, all I knew about Cambridge was that it's home to some of the
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world's top universities and intellectuals. But this tour really takes me through the history of Cambridge,
from the city's beginnings to its current position as a world-famous seat of learning and culture. That's
quite attractive to me.
M: As a photographer, I'm really drawn to the beauty of the grand architecture here.
W: From the stone placed near the bridge at the back of King's College to Newton'sApple Tree standing
close to the entrance of Trinity College, it feels like everything here is part of history.
M: I'm looking forward to the boat trip on the River Cam this afternoon.
W: Same here. We' ll enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere on a boat.
Text 10灾后捐书项目
W: On a sunny Saturday in late February, Rohan unpacked 10 boxes of children's books with his family.
Rohan, 13, was giving them away. It was part of a charity program he started called Reading Among
Ruins, which was part of a larger effort—— Together We Rebuild.
Just weeks earlier, wildfires had torn through Los Angeles. More than 16,000structures were
destroyed, including Rohan's home as well as his beloved book collection.“I was heartbroken,” he said.
“It made me wonder how other kids felt about losing their books.” That question pushed Rohan to
take action.“I wanted to help,” he said. And he went all out to get books to kids who were affected by the
fires.
The program gave away more than 1,000 books to kids in the first month. VeerenMehra was one of
them. He said he learned a powerful lesson:“If you are in a tough situation, people will be there for
you.”

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