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江苏省扬州中学阶段性检测
高二英语 2026.5
本试卷分四个部分。满分：150分，考试时间：120分钟。
注意事项
1.答题前，请务必将学校、姓名、准考证号填写在答题纸上。
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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 will the speakers do next
A.Give up the project. B.Go over the project. C.Complain about the project.
2. How much will the woman pay for her booking
A. 215. B. 350. C. 430.
3. What are the speakers talking about
A. Fixing the kitchen window.
B. Replacing the broken glass.
C. Monitoring stormy weather.
4. What does the man ask the woman to do
A. Share her experience. B. Change a schedule. C. Attend a workshop.
5. What made the woman surprised
A. The length of the trip.
B. The arrangement of routes.
C. The number of rainy days.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答第 6、7小题。
6. Which bike will the man rent
A. The classic bicycle. B. The mountain bicycle. C. The cross bicycle.
7. What will the man probably do
A. Ride on hills. B. Go to the shop. C. Pay in advance.
听下面一段对话，回答第 8至 10小题。
8. What are the two speakers doing
A. Discussing a travel plan.
B. Teaching the kids swimming skills.
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C. Looking for a desirable swimming pool.
9. What is a problem of Happy Summer
A. No cafe. B. No parking lot. C. No changing rooms.
10. Which swimming pool is open in the evening
A. Water Bay. B. Blue Ocean. C. Happy Summer.
听下面一段对话，回答第 11至 14小题。
11.Where are the speakers probably
A. In the woman's home. B. At a job center. C. At a hotel's front desk.
12.Why did Ms. Lin quit her previous job
A. The need of childcare. B. The lack of rest. C. The burden of workload.
13.What is the Parkview Hotel's requirement
A. Working overnight.
B. Cooking traditional dishes.
C. Mastering multiple languages.
14.What can we learn about the Lakeside Hotel option
A. It ensures promotion. B. It offers free meals. C. It provides generous salaries.
听下面一段对话，回答第 15至 17小题。
15.What is the man doing
A.Hosting a program. B.Chatting with his friend. C. Introducing this year's City Fair.
16.Where will this year's City Fair be held
A.In a park. B.In a school. C.At the amusement ground.
17.Which is intended for all family members
A.A magic show. B.A cartoon film. C.A lakeside concert.
听下面一段独白，回答第 18至 20小题。
18. What was last year's winning film about
A.Local business. B.Sporting Nation. C.Green transportation.
19. What is the prize of the competition this year
A.A sum of money. B.A film-making device. C.A free hotel stay.
20. What is the deadline for entering the film competition
A.March 31. B.April 30. C.May 31.
第二部分 阅读理解 （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 and innovation.
Tour Highlights
This guided tour, which focuses on the actions and impact of the United Nations Educational,
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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 spaces,
and will discover the exceptional works of art housed in UNESCO House: from Miró to Picasso,
from Giacometti to Calder, as well as the Tolerance 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 influence 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. Submit personal information.
C. Choose a preferred language. D. Have a security check.
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
Edward O. Wilson, known as “the ant man”, was born on June 10, 1929, in Birmingham,
Alabama. His parents divorced when he was young, and he moved frequently throughout his
childhood. Wilson grew up exploring the forests and wildlife. One of these adventures left him
partly blind, but they also set off his lifelong fascination with ants and their social structures.
Wilson earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Alabama. In 1955,
he received his PhD from Harvard and worked there until retirement.
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Wilson’s early study of ants led to his first major discovery in 1959: How ants communicate
through the release of chemical signals.
Later, in 1990, Wilson and German biologist Bent Holldobler published their
Pulitzer-winning The Ants. It detailed the insects’ social structure that was both valued by
entomologists (昆虫学者) and accessible to general readers.
Another of Wilson’s major works started in the early 1960s when he teamed up with Robert
MacArthur. The pair published The Theory of Island Biogeography, where they sought to explain
why different places have different numbers of species.
What many consider to be Wilson’s most important contributions to evolutionary biology
came in 1975 when he published Sociobiology: The New Synthesis. The work explored the genetic
and evolutionary roots of animal behaviour and argued that genes shaped human behaviour.
Wilson faced accusations (谴责) for these ideas but finally his work largely proved true. In 1978,
his ideas on the role biology plays in human culture ended in On Human Nature, which won him
a Pulitzer in 1979.
Wilson published more than 400 scientific papers and 20 books. He received more than 150
awards and honors from around the world. These accomplishments offered him a type of
academic superstar status, but friends and colleagues said the polite Southerner remained down to
earth. “One of the qualities I really admired about Professor Wilson was his ability to really listen
to and engage with whomever he was interacting with, ” said Corrie S. Moreau, who was one of
Wilson’s final advisees.
24. What contributed to Wilson’s passion for ants
A. His accidental disability. B. His boyhood spent in nature.
C. The school education he received. D. The discovery he made about ants.
25. What is the book On Human Nature about
A. The role of chemical signals in communication.
B. The distribution of different species.
C. The social structure of ants.
D. The links between biology and human culture.
26. According to the last paragraph, which word can best describe Wilson
A. Productive. B. Honest. C. Independent. D. Warm-hearted.
27. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To promote Wilson’s most popular books.
B. To explain the social behavior of ants in detail.
C. To highlight the challenges Wilson faced in his personal life.
D. To introduce the life and key achievements of Wilson.
C
The Amazon rainforest, stretching across millions of square miles and sheltering countless
species, hides thousands of ancient settlements beneath its dense forest—many of which have
remained unknown despite decades of archaeological work. Surveying such a vast and often
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inaccessible area is both slow and costly. “It can take years to survey even a small area,” notes
Chris Fisher, emphasizing the limits of traditional fieldwork and the urgency of finding new
approaches.
In 2024, OpenAI launched the “OpenAI to Z Challenge”, inviting teams to explore satellite
imagery and remote sensing data for evidence of undiscovered settlements. The winning team,
Black Bean, combined satellite images, digital elevation models, and data, training AI models to
detect patterns similar to those found in previously identified sites. Yao Zhao, a team member,
reflected: “We were looking for subtle signals that human eyes might overlook.” Their analysis
highlighted 67 areas across the Amazon, many gathered near rivers—an unsurprising observation,
as ancient civilizations often developed along accessible waterways that supported agriculture and
transport.
The competition offered a $ 250,000 cash prize and access to OpenAI’s advanced tools.
Sarah Parcak, a satellite archaeologist, explained, “AI doesn’t replace human judgment. It helps
us focus on the most promising locations.” Fisher added, “It’s like having a research assistant who
never tires, capable of quickly analyzing enormous amounts of data.” These insights show how
technology can complement, rather than replace, traditional archaeological expertise.
Yet, the project also raises ethical concerns. Native communities worried that their lands and
cultural heritage could be affected without consultation. Brazil’s native ministry requested a pause
in the competition until local voices were considered. OpenAI emphasized that all datasets were
public and excluded sensitive regions. Zhao assured, “We have no immediate plans to visit these
sites, and any future exploration will prioritize environmental and cultural preservation.”
This initiative illustrates the potential of combining advanced technology with human insight,
but it also prompts reflection. How can researchers apply AI to uncover hidden histories while
respecting the people and ecosystems involved Parcak concludes, “AI can reveal patterns swiftly,
yet thoughtful human judgment remains essential to ensure discoveries are pursued responsibly.”
28. Why did the “OpenAI to Z Challenge” invite teams to use satellite imagery
A. To find evidence of unknown ancient settlements.
B. To test AI’s ability in analyzing elevation models.
C. To study how rivers support Amazon agriculture.
D. To reduce the cost of protecting native lands.
29. What can we infer about traditional archaeological fieldwork in the Amazon
A. It is fast but extremely expensive.
B. It has already used AI to survey large areas.
C. It often ignores areas along waterways.
D. It is difficult to conduct in remote regions.
30. What does “complement” in Paragraph 3 probably mean
A. Replace completely. B. Assist and supplement. C. Control strictly. D. Challenge seriously.
31. What is Sarah Parcak’s attitude toward AI in archaeological work
A. AI can take the place of human judgment. B. AI will damage native cultural heritage.
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C. AI is helpful but needs human guidance. D. AI’s data is too public to be reliable.
D
A groundbreaking study by Chinese researchers, recently published in Nature, has uncovered
a shared biological mechanism behind two of the fastest-acting antidepressant treatments—
ketamine and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). The research identifies the adenosine signaling
pathway as the key factor behind their strong antidepressant effects. This discovery may help
create safer and more effective treatments for patients who do not respond to traditional medicine.
Depression remains one of the most common mental illnesses worldwide. Nearly one-third
of patients suffer from treatment-resistant depression (TRD), meaning that usual drugs fail to
improve their symptoms. For these patients, ketamine and ECT are currently the fastest options,
often showing relief within hours. However, both methods can cause serious side effects such as
hallucinations, addiction, or memory problems, and their underlying mechanisms have long
remained unclear.
To address this problem, researchers from Peking University, the Beijing Institute for Brain
Research, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences employed advanced imaging tools to observe
how these therapies act in the brain. They discovered that both treatments cause a sudden and
lasting rise of adenosine in brain regions related to mood control. This chemical release helps
relieve depressive symptoms quickly, though the two treatments start the process in different
ways—one by reducing energy production, the other by increasing brain energy use.
Based on this new understanding, the team developed a modified form of ketamine that
works more efficiently at lower doses with fewer side effects in animal tests.
This discovery marks a shift from experience-based therapy toward precision medicine. By
explaining a mystery that has puzzled scientists for decades, it provides clear new targets for drug
design. The team has already applied for patents for related drugs and devices, aiming to bring
their discoveries to clinical use soon and offer new hope to patients with treatment-resistant
depression.
32. What do we know about ketamine and ECT according to the passage
A. They are the only treatments for depression.
B. They can relieve TRD symptoms within hours.
C. They have no side effects on patients.
D. Their working mechanisms have been clear for decades.
33. What can we infer about the modified ketamine from the passage
A. It may become a safer alternative to original ketamine.
B. It reduces side effects by changing the adenosine signaling pathway.
C. It is more effective at higher doses in animal tests.
D. It has been widely used to treat TRD patients clinically.
34. What will the research team most likely do next
A. Focus on applying the discovery to treat other mental illnesses.
B. Publish more papers to explain the adenosine signaling pathway.
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C. Conduct clinical trials to test the modified ketamine on humans.
D. Stop related research as the core mechanism has been uncovered.
35. Which of the following is the best title for the passage
A. A New Cure for All Depression Patients
B. How to Avoid Side Effects of Ketamine and ECT
C. Chinese Researchers’ Discovery on Fast Antidepressants
D. Why TRD Is Hard to Treat Globally
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。
When I first started traveling, my dad asked me what I was running away from. Another
time, a friend told me to stop running away from my problems and to start living life. I’m not sure
why. 36 We are running away from responsibilities, challenges, and ultimately, maturity
itself. People think we are all just Peter Pans refusing to be “adults”. And to all those people, I say:
you are right.
37 I’m running away from office life, commutes (通勤), weekend duties, and the
strict path society has laid out as “normal”. I’m running away because I want to experience every
culture, see every mountain, eat different food, attend crazy festivals, meet new people, and enjoy
different holidays around the world. I want to construct a life that makes me happy.
In our society, the accepted path is long and narrow: you go to college, get a job, get
married, buy a house, have two or three children, raise them, and then retire. Only then, after you’
ve put in your time, can you enjoy the fruits of your labor. 38 And any deviation (偏差)
is considered abnormal and strange.
For me, those who travel the world aren’t running away from life. 39 They are
exploring the world and living on their own terms. They have a degree of freedom a lot of people
will never experience. They get to be the captains of their own ships.
People may tell you they envy what you do, and say they wish they could travel like you.
But they never do. Few people have the courage to take the risk. But life is what you make it out
to be. Life is yours to create. 40 So I’m not running away. I am just going after my own
life. And I never plan to look back.
A．Traveling is something everyone should do.
B．Responsible people don’t just travel forever.
C．On the contrary, they are running toward true living.
D．If you really want something, you have to go after it.
E．I’m running away from people’s fixed idea of the “real” world.
F．But there is this perception that travelers must be escaping something.
G．Society boxes you in and restricts your movements to their expectations.
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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。
For decades, I lived behind a “dog wall”. My 41 began in childhood when a
massive dog suddenly pushed me off the sidewalk. To me, dogs weren’t man’s best friend but
42 creatures that acted without reason.
But last December, my son adopted his first dog, Murphy. Since he’s moved out, I don’t
see him as much. And since I didn’t want him to eat-and-run to walk his dog after New Year
dinner, I surprised myself and 43 Murphy, too.
Initially, I was filled with 44 . At five-feet tall, I feared a large dog might 45
me over like a first-rate boxer. “Does he have doggie-socks ” I asked, 46 snowy paw (爪
子 ) prints following him across the carpet. “He can 47 his paws at the door,” my son
insisted. Even now I cannot say whether my 48 was down or whether my son’s excitement
49 me, but Murphy was welcomed to the dinner.
It proved that Murphy was gentle and 50 . He didn’t bark, beg for food, or cause
any chaos. 51 , he sat quietly, his big brown eyes melting my long-standing 52 .
When he nuzzled (蹭) against my knee, his soft coat felt like a warm blanket, 53 the
terrible memories of my past.
While I am still not ready to become a (an) 54 pet owner — preferring the
“grandparent” role where I can 55 the responsibility at the end of the day — Murphy
has officially wagged (摇尾) his way into my heart.
41．A．resistance B．affection C．embarrassment D．eagerness
42．A．adorable B．unpredictable C．loyal D．undervalued
43．A．trained B．invited C．walked D．treated
44．A．expectation B．annoyance C．determination D．anxiety
45．A．take B．win C．knock D．trip
46．A．sensing B．spotting C．picturing D．wishing
47．A．wipe B．wave C．cover D．bite
48．A．guard B．patience C．motivation D．confidence
49．A．amazed B．frightened C．confused D．influenced
50．A．energetic B．caring C．enthusiastic D．disciplined
51．A．Therefore B．Instead C．However D．Otherwise
52．A．defence B．sorrow C．curiosity D．appreciation
53．A．jogging B．preserving C．erasing D．creating
54．A．old-school B．full-time C．first-rate D．short-term
55．A．accept B．shoulder C．claim D．return
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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。
Yum Cha: A Cantonese Morning Tradition
At daybreak in Guangzhou, the city wakes to a familiar call — “water’s boiling, tea is
perfect”. In teahouses, cups are washed in a practiced rhythm. For locals, nothing beats yum cha
— a pot of tea, two dim sum dishes.
For Patrick Parsons, an Irish nobleman 56 has lived in China for over 20 years
with his Chinese wife, this ritual is part of daily life. His favorite dim sum is har gow — shrimp
dumplings with a thin, clear wrapper. The wrapper must be so delicate that it requires great skill
to make.
His tea habit has also changed. In Ireland, he 57 (drink) tea with milk and sugar;
now he drinks it pure. And surprisingly, he finds Guangzhou’s teahouses similar 58
Irish pubs. Both offer a warm, lively place for 59 (society) gathering.
Chef Xu Jinhui sees morning tea as 60 cultural treasure, 61 (consider) it
a perfect blend of dim sum, tea, and human connection. Traditional methods, such as
hand-pounding fillings, require great skill. And that is exactly 62 makes Cantonese dim
sum so special. Yet, many old techniques are disappearing. “If we don't act now, they will be gone
forever,” he warns. To save this heritage, traditional methods must 63 (keep) alive.
Every morning, the ritual continues: 64 (dine) ease into the day — one sip of tea,
two bites of dim sum. For many, this is not just a meal 65 a way of life.
第四部分 写作 (共两节；满分 40 分)
第一节 (满分 15 分)
某中学生英文报近日开启专栏，就一些校园热点话题展开讨论。请你以“外卖食品是否应
该进校园”为题，用英文给该报社写一篇稿件，内容应包括：
1.外卖食品受欢迎的原因；
2.外卖食品带来的问题；
3.你自己的观点。
注意：
1.写作词数应为 80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Should We Order Takeaway Food at School
In recent years, takeaway food is very popular in China.
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第二节 读后续写 （满分 25分）
My grandmother’s hands were never still. I remember watching her sit by the window, holding
tiny beads (珠子) and threads. With careful fingers, she would string them together, one by one,
until they formed a small, beautiful charm. “This is not just a decoration,” she would say softly,
“every bead holds a wish.”
I spent many afternoons beside her, sorting beads by color. She let me try stringing the beads
together, but my threads always ended in a mess. I failed again and again, growing increasingly
impatient. I frowned and gave up quickly, unwilling to practice any more. I did not understand
why she worked so slowly and why every bead had to be just so. I put the threads and beads aside
and never touched them again. To me, it was just playing with pretty things.
Time passed. I grew older and moved to the city. My grandmother worked alone. People no
longer wanted handmade charms and bought shiny ones from shops. They were cheaper and
looked more modern. I heard that my grandmother had stopped making them. She looked helpless
and always felt down.
Then one winter, I came home and found her sitting in her old chair. The bead box was closed.
Dust sat on the windowsill. She looked up and smiled, holding out her hand. In her hand lay a
small and simple charm — a red bead with a silver thread. It was the first one I had ever made
with her many years ago. I held it and felt something warm spread through my chest.
That night, I could not sleep. Memories of her warm hands and kind smiles filled my mind. I
hated to see her beloved handcraft fade away as she grew old. I deeply wanted to carry on her
skill but feared I was too clumsy to learn it. Torn between hope and worry, I finally calmed my
heart. I realized love mattered more than anything else, so I decided I would ask Grandma to teach
me again.
注意：
（1）续写词数应为 150个左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The next morning, I went to my grandmother’s room.
For the next two weeks, I sat beside her every day to learn her craft.
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参考答案
听力理解：
1-5 BCBAC 6-10 ABCBA 11-15 BACBA 16-20 ACCBC
阅读理解：
21-23 CBD 24-27 BDAD 28-31 ADBC 32-35 BACC
七选五： 36-40 FEGCD
完形填空：
41-45 ABBDC 46-50 CAADD 51-55 BACBD
短文填空：
56.who/that 57.drank 58.to 59.social 60.a
61.considering 62.what 63.be kept 64.diners 65.but
应用文：
Should We Order Take-out Foods at School
In recent years, take-out foods are very popular in China. Some people are used to having
delicious foods delivered directly to their dinner table. This surely saves them much trouble, as
they don’t have to spend time cooking a meal for themselves.
But as high school students, should we order take-out foods online at school Personally, I
don’t think it right to do so. Firstly, it’s known to all that take-out foods are usually delivered in
plastic containers. Countless plastic bags and boxes will cause white pollution to our school.
Secondly, there can be health risks involved in the take-out foods.
So in my view, take-out foods must be banned from entering school, so that we can have a
good environment and better health.
读后续写：
The next morning, I went to my grandmother’s room. She was sitting by the window,
looking out quietly. I took a deep breath and said, “Grandma, I want to learn your craft again.
Please teach me.” She looked surprised and could hardly believe her ears. She asked gently why I
had changed my mind. I told her I truly wanted to learn her craft and carry on her wishes. Hearing
my words, she breathed a long sigh of relief, with warm tears in her eyes. She smiled and gladly
agreed to teach me.
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For the next two weeks, I sat beside her every day to learn her craft. She showed me how to
choose the right beads and knot the thread carefully. “You must be patient,” she said. “A charm
made in a hurry brings no luck.” At first, I failed many times and my works were messy. But I
never gave up. Grandma never blamed me; instead, she guided my hands patiently just like before.
With continuous practice, I finally made a beautiful charm. She praised me and said it carried a
sincere wish. I felt proud and happy that her precious skill could be passed down through me.
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了“我”小时候不愿耐心学习祖母的串珠手艺，长大后
看到祖母因手艺被冷落而失落，在看到儿时自己做的串珠后心生愧疚，决心重新向祖母学
习，传承这份手艺与心意的故事。
【详解】1. 段落续写
① 由第一段首句可知，接下来可描写“我”向祖母表明想学串珠手艺的决心，祖母的惊讶与
动容，以及祖母答应教“我”的过程。
② 由第二段首句可知，接下来可描写祖母教“我”串珠的细节、“我”从失败到成功的过程，体
现“我”的耐心与坚持，以及祖母的温柔指导。
2. 续写线索
主动向祖母提出学手艺→祖母惊讶动容并答应→祖母耐心传授串珠技巧→“我”克服困难、反
复练习→“我”成功做出串珠，传承祖母手艺与心意
3.词类激活
行为类
①微笑：smile/beam
②放弃：give up/quit
情绪类
①惊讶的：surprised/astonished
②高兴的：happy/delighted/overjoyed
听力材料
Text 1
W: Sorry, I'm late. The traffic was awful. Have you checked out our group project yet
M: Just took a quick look, the analysis part looks pretty challenging.
W: Yeah, I think so. Why don't we go over the main points together
Text 2
W: Hi, I'm calling about booking two rooms for this Saturday evening.
M: Sure, it is 215 pounds per room that's the weekend price. It's 175 pounds on weekdays.
W: Okay, that works for me.
Text 3
M: Now, what would you like me to do
W:With all the recent storms the glass in the kitchen door is broken.I really need that fixed.
M: You mean it needs replacing I'll get that done right away.
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Text 4
M: Hi, Laura. Could you spare a few minutes to talk about the on the job training workshop you
attended last summer I'm considering signing up for one myself.
W: Sure, Tim. What would you like to know
Text 5
M: How was your trip
W: It got me right on the first day. But to my great surprise it rained quite a number of days, so I
was forced to replan my route.
M: Oh, that's too bad.
Text 6
W: Hello, Fast Cycle Rentals Shop. How can I assist you
M: Hi, I'm planning to explore the city and need a bike. Could you tell me your rental options
W: Absolutely. For city rides, we usually recommend the classic bicycle, and it's lightweight and
easy to operate on flat surfaces. You won't need a mountain or cross bike unless you're tackling
hills or rough ground.
M: No, I'll just be sticking to the main roads and paths. The classic one sounds fine.
W: Perfect. The price is 52 pounds for the day, a reduction from our usual rate of 65.
M: Great. I'll try to come by and what's your address
Text 7
W: Honey, let's choose a swimming pool for our family this weekend. The kids really want to go
swimming.
M: Absolutely. I have checked all the swimming pools in the town, and there are several choices
for us.
W: Great, tell me about them.
M: Sure. The first one is called Happy Summer mainly for young children. There's a cafe too, but
it is only open during the day, and there is no parking lot nearby.
W:That's too bad. What are the other options
M: The second one is convenient.
W: Good. When does it open We only have time in the evenings.
M: I'm afraid, it opens from 9am to 5pm every day. How about Water Bay It opens from 2pm to
9pm and it provides free lockers for your stuff.
W:I might consider that.
Text 8
W: Good morning. May I come in
M: Good morning, Ms. Lin, please take a seat. I'd like to start with a quick overview of your
background. Could you tell me why you left your last position
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W: My previous job required frequent night shifts, and with a young child at home, I found it
impossible to manage.
M: Understood. I think there are some options for you. The first one is reception assistant at the
Parkview Hotel. This hotel has quite an international flavor, so you'll need to speak at least two
foreign languages.
W: Sure, I can speak fluent French and Chinese.
M: Excellent. Another choice is general assistant at the Lakeside Hotel. To be honest, the pay is
rather low, but the meals are provided free of charge.
W: That sounds great, but can I have a few days to think it over and go back to you later.
M:That's no problem.
Text 9
M: Good afternoon and welcome to The City Hour today we have with us, Cynthia Smith, who is
in charge of this year's City Fair.
W:Hello, Ron.
M: Well, Cynthia, would you start by giving us some of the basic information about the fair.
Where will it take place this year
W: I know most people expect the fair to be held at the amusement ground as usual, but we have
to change the location this year. They're building the new school nearby, and the amusement
ground is used to store construction materials, so we've moved it to the city park.
M: That will be a great place for the fair. Could you tell our listeners about the event plan for
Saturday and Sunday, the main days of the fair
W: On Saturday evening, there will be a cartoon show and a magic show for children. On Sunday
afternoon, the whole family can enjoy a concert by the lake.
M: I'm sure that will be very popular. Thank you for sharing the information with us.
W:Thank you for inviting me.
Text 10
The Old Bourne Film Festival, which was started in 1996 by Joanne Smith, is held in the last
two weeks of August every year. It also runs a film competition for under 18 which has a different
theme every year. Last year for example, the theme was future planet, and the winner was a
10-minute documentary encouraging teenagers to be more aware of the environmental issues,
focusing on getting kids to cycle to school instead of going by car. This year, the theme is
Sporting Nation. Every year the competition presents excellent prizes donated by Local
Businesses, including shops and hotels. This year, you can win a top-quality movie camera worth
over 800 pounds. Application forms are on the website and the deadline for sending in your film
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to enter the competition is the last day of May. Since its mid-March, you'll have plenty of time to
work on it throughout April and May.
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