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绵阳南山中学高2023级高考热手考试
英语试题
本试卷分为试题卷和答题卡两部分，其中试题卷由选择题和非选择题组成，共10页；答题卡共2页。满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名用0.5毫米黑色签字笔填写清楚，同时用2B铅笔将考号准确填涂在“考号”栏目内。
2．选择题使用2B铅笔填涂在答题卡对应题目标号的位置上，如需改动，用橡皮擦擦干净后再选涂其它答案；非选择题用0.5毫米黑色签字笔书写在答题卡的对应框内，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试题卷上答题无效。
3．考试结束后将答题卡收回。
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 man’s suggestion
A. Leaving 20 minutes early.
B. Taking a bus to the destination.
C. Booking a parking place in advance.
2. What does the woman want to do
A. Play in the snow. B. Watch some videos. C. Visit her friends.
3. What time is it now
A. 1:00 p. m. B. 4:00 p. m. C. 6:00 p. m.
4. How does the man sound
A. Annoyed. B. Sorry. C. Curious.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. The man’s favorite city.
B. The man’s business plan.
C. The man’s career choice.
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，每小题将给出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题。
6. What does the woman probably do
A. An insurance adviser. B. A home designer. C. A bank clerk.
7. Why does the man come to the woman
A. To apply for a loan. B. To decorate her house. C. To pay the bill.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Husband and wife. B. Neighbors. C. Colleagues.
9. In which year was Bep dead
A. 2003. B. 2013. C. 2023.
10. What is “Oma’s Soup”
A. A dish. B. A project. C. A restaurant.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至13题。
11. What makes the woman surprised about Finnish schools
A. The type of exams. B. The method of teaching. C. The form of outdoor activities.
12. What does Daniel think of Finnish education now
A. It’s effective. B. It’s strange. C. It’s demanding.
13. How does Daniel’s college evaluate students at the end of the semester
A. By their exam results.
B. By their class performance.
C. By their self-assessment journals.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至16题。
14. What do we know about Jack
A. He dreamed of being a journalist.
B. He had rich interview experiences.
C. He majored in finance determinedly.
15. Why does the woman think Jack failed the interview
A. He was late for the interview.
B. He chose the position randomly.
C. He didn’t show passion for his major.
16. What will Jack do next
A. Apply for another position.
B. Reflect on his major choice.
C. Contact the local newspaper.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至20题。
17. What did William Shockley’s family do when he was young
A. They founded a research center.
B. They moved back to England.
C. They settled down in America.
18. Where did William Shockley start to learn electrical engineering
A. At the California Institute of Technology.
B. At Stanford University.
C. At the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
19. When did William Shockley begin working at Bell Labs
A. In his twenties. B. In his thirties. C. In his forties.
20. What did the research groups think of vacuum tubes
A. They were too expensive.
B. They were not perfect.
C. They were easy to carry.
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
Here are four newly released apps that have recently attracted attention among parents:
Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame
It is a free research-based app designed to help young children develop skills such as calming down and solving problems. This app encourages your child to help a monster friend calm down by taking long, deep breaths, and then to think of a solution to everyday challenges. The app is also great for teaching children skills such as self-control and persistence. It is available in English and Spanish.
Mindful PowersTM
Mindful PowersTM is an award-winning app that is fully focused on the whole development of children through play. The app uses voice-guided stories to teach kids about managing emotions and about the power of mindfulness. Kids also get to practise calming their own FlibbertigibbetTM, a cute virtual pet. If your child is struggling with anxiety or concentration problems, you may want to try Mindful PowersTM to help him stay calm and focused. This app is available for free.
Headspace
Although the app initially was targeted at meditation and mindfulness in adults, it now has many sections your entire family can use. This app has breathing exercises, tutorials, guided relaxations, comfortable sounds, visualizations and meditation exercises, broken down into different categories depending on the user’s age. The app also has short sessions and simple techniques for young children. Headspace also suggests a family subscription. A 7-day free trial is available, and the premium version costs $12.99 per month.
Stop, Breathe& Think Kids
Stop, Breathe& Think Kids suggests mindful breathing exercises and guided meditation to help children learn how to meditate, focus, and identify and process big emotions. This app encourages them to focus on their feelings and on how their body feels, and therefore helps them connect with their inner selves. There are more than 20 free exercises available and the premium version costs $10 a month.
21. What do we know about Mindful PowersTM
A. It charges a small fee. B. It is combined with games.
C. It advises kids to keep pets at home. D. It provides some mindful breathing exercises.
22. Which app is suitable for the whole family
A. Headspace. B. Mindful PowersTM.
C. Stop, Breathe& Think Kids. D. Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame.
23. What benefit may these four apps bring to people
A. Improved sleep. B. Effective teamwork.
C. Good eating habits. D. Better mental well-being.
B
Maya’s dreams were not gentle. They were insistent, unfolding in the blank spaces of her accounting textbooks as broken lines of poetry. The future had already been drafted by her parents: a degree in business, a stable job, security. Her writing was a “pleasant hobby,” a phrase that made her pen feel like a ghost in her hand.
The conflict was not a single conversation but a quiet, constant pressure. Her father saw her notebooks as evidence of a dangerous, risky world. Her mother worried the stories were an escape from a real life that demanded practical things. Maya complied, studying spreadsheets by day, but at night, she fed a blog under a false name. That was her real voice, a whispered rebellion (反抗).
Yet, the outside world offered no sanctuary (庇护). The comments on her blog felt like an X-ray. The other writers at the workshops she attended criticized her work with a tone she couldn’t bear. Rejections from magazines carried a sharper pain — they weren’t just rejecting a hobby, but the refined craft she’d worked so hard for！
Then, a moment of recognition struck, though it came with its own cost. A literary journal accepted a story — but requested thorough revisions that would take apart its hopeful ending. For a week, Maya wrestled with it, feeling like refusing. Finally, she rewrote it. The new ending held both love and distance, ambition and sacrifice. It was published.
After that, she began volunteering at a community center, not as a famous author, but as a fellow struggler. She showed teenagers her early drafts, full of red ink and doubt. “The conflict isn’t the obstacle to your dream,” she’d tell them. “It’s the material. Don’t write a fairytale. Write the storm. And then, write the person learning to stand in the rain.”
Her ink was no longer just for dreams. It was for mapping the risky, beautiful, and completely unique territory of a real life being lived.
24. What is the root of Maya’s inner struggle
A. Choosing between two stable jobs.
B. Living a double life between work and family.
C. Balancing her dream with family’s expectations.
D. Seeking a connection between reality and fantasy.
25. What does the underlined word “complied” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Obeyed. B. Panicked. C. Protested. D. Wondered.
26. What might Maya learn from her submission experience
A. Getting published isn’t hard.
B. Standing your ground is a virtue.
C. You have to pay a fee to get recognized.
D. You have to compromise sometimes to succeed.
27. What is Maya’s advice to the teenagers
A. Choose proper material. B. Turn storms into stories.
C. Build castle before dreaming. D. Dream big and dare to fail.
C
In recent years, consumers have increasingly sought “clean-label” foods — products made with natural ingredients. This trend has driven scientists to search for safe, natural preservatives. They have turned their attention to a part of the cashew nut (腰果) that is often thrown away — the shell. From it, they extract Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) and find that it contains special natural substances that can fight bacteria and prevent decay (变质). While this dark liquid has been studied for use in industries like paint and medicine, its potential for preserving food had not been fully explored until now.
The scientists designed a careful experiment to test whether CNSL could help preserve beef, one of the most widely consumed meats globally. They applied the liquid to beef samples at different concentrations. Some meat was left untreated as controls. The samples were then stored under different conditions — some at room temperature and others in refrigeration — for two weeks.
During storage, a detailed microbiological evaluation was conducted to quantify total viable (活菌) counts and specific spoilage organisms. Physicochemical analyses monitored changes in pH and water activity, while bacteria growth was assessed during storage at room temperature. The scientists discovered that the CNSL-treated meat showed significantly less bacterial growth than untreated meat. The effect was strongest at higher concentrations, with a 2.0% solution providing excellent protection while maintaining meat quality. Even at room temperature, it effectively delayed the meat’s souring process and reduced bacteria growth, helping the beef stay fresh-looking longer.
The researchers note that further studies are needed to understand whether the liquid affects the taste and texture of the beef, and how it might be combined with modern packaging for even better results. Still, this study opens a window into nature’s own way of keeping food fresh — hidden inside a humble cashew shell.
28. Why are scientists studying cashew nut shells
A. To reduce waste in the food industry.
B. To improve the taste of processed foods.
C. To find natural alternatives to artificial preservatives.
D. To develop new industrial materials for paint and medicine.
29. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about
A. Why was the experiment conducted. B. Where was the beef preserved well.
C. How was the experiment carried out. D. What did the scientists compare.
30. What does the experiment suggest about CNSL
A. It can improve meat quality over time. B. It performs best at room temperature.
C. It speeds up the meat’s souring process. D. Its concentration closely relates to storage life.
31. What is the author’s attitude towards the future of CNSL
A. Fully convinced. B. Cautiously optimistic.
C. Hesitant and doubtful. D. Neutral and objective.
D
Many people believe that confidence comes from ability. In other words, if someone speaks with certainty, they must know what they are talking about. However, psychological research suggests that the opposite can also be true: individuals with limited ability may display surprisingly high levels of confidence while remaining largely unaware of their limitations. This phenomenon is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect.
People with this cognitive bias (偏见) tend to believe they are far more capable than they really are. Because they know little about a subject, they often mistake their limited understanding for real competence and remain unaware of how much they do not know.
This idea was first examined by psychologists David Dunning and Justin Kruger. In a series of experiments, participants were asked to complete tests involving grammar, logical reasoning, and humor. After finishing the tasks, they were asked to estimate how well they had performed. To the researchers’ surprise, participants who scored in the lowest group consistently rated their performance much higher than it actually was. For example, those in the bottom 12% often believed they had performed above average. In contrast, participants who achieved high scores tended to underestimate their performance.
According to researchers, this pattern can be explained by a “dual burden.” The skills needed to perform a task well are also required to judge one’s own performance. When people lack these skills, they not only make more mistakes but also fail to assess their performance accurately.
The Dunning-Kruger effect has important real-world consequences, as it discourages individuals from seeking feedback or further study. To overcome this, one must understand that true confidence is built on accurate self-awareness. It is developed through continuous learning, actively seeking constructive criticism, and, most crucially, by grounding self-assessment in measurable standards, such as test scores, recorded progress, or expert feedback, rather than merely relying on subjective feelings. This practice not only clarifies what one knows but also sharpens one’s ability to judge that knowledge.
32. According to paragraph 3, what did participants who scored lowest on the tests do
A. Underestimated top participants’ ability. B. Overestimated their own performance.
C. Thought they performed averagely. D. Doubted the reliability of the results.
33. Why does the author mention the term “dual burden”
A. To explain the underlying cause of overconfidence.
B. To introduce a new method for psychological testing.
C. To contrast the different burdens faced by participants.
D. To emphasize the difficulty of performing complex tasks.
34. What does developing true confidence involve
A. Intense competition and high ambition.
B. Powerful inspiration and active learning.
C. Critical thinking and self-encouragement.
D. Objective evaluation and honest reflection.
35. What might be the best title for the text
A. Self-Awareness Shapes Ability.
B. Cognitive Bias Replaces Thinking.
C. Confidence Outruns Competence.
D. Overconfidence Can Be a Good Thing.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
I used to wake up and check my phone. Before my feet hit the floor, I was already deep in the day’s chaos: headlines, comments, breaking news alerts. Doomscrolling (刷屏成瘾) had become my morning routine. 36 I started each day tense and anxious. So I gave myself a quiet dare: no phone in the morning, for five straight weekdays.
Naturally, breaking the habit wasn’t easy. The first morning, I reached for my phone automatically. I stopped myself and picked up a book instead. It felt odd, like trying to enjoy coffee without caffeine (咖啡因). But after a few pages, I found myself actually relaxed — not the emptiness of a scroll, but something steadier. 37 That had never happened before.
Encouraged by the quiet start, I explored other ways. The next day I tried a cold shower. I wanted something that would force me fully awake. The shock factor was incredibly effective. 38 On Wednesday, I went for a run. I hated every step at first. But I came back awake, warm and proud. That feeling powered me through the day.
39 On Thursday, I journaled. No audience, just thoughts on paper. It felt honest, if not particularly exciting. On Friday, I reread an old letter and let the memories surface. It was quiet, uneventful and grounding.
By the end of the week, the urge to check my phone had weakened. 40 Those phone-free mornings proved a quieter start was possible: no noise or half-truths. It’s not about perfection, but freedom from the scroll and the misinformation it feeds into our minds.
A. But lately, I noticed the weight it carried.
B. This left my mind surprisingly clear afterward.
C. I even finished a chapter before checking the time.
D. That meant I stopped grabbing my phone on waking.
E. It made me realize how popular phones are nowadays.
F. Some mornings I spent more time reflecting than moving.
G. It revealed the link between my phone use and daily anxiety.
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，选出最佳选项。
I read the invitation in my hand. It said, “Holiday Cookie Party! Bring your 41 cookies. I loved that, but then realized the 42 in it. The cookies would be unusual and beautiful, given the 43 that the invitation’s sender worked at such an innovative company. I had only ever made simple chocolate chip ones, following a recipe my grandmother 44 .
I told my daughters I couldn’t 45 the party, for I really didn’t have suitable new recipes. But they 46 me, saying, “You’ll represent the good old-fashioned 47 during holidays. Your simplicity will be refreshing.” That evening, we made chocolate chip cookies together. Walking into the party, I admired the delicate cookies and 48 put mine between candy cane (手杖) cookies. What if no one took any of my cookies I thought as I was 49 others’ cookies. They were charming in 50 , but not so delicious as mine. “Who 51 the chocolate chip cookies ” someone asked. Chatter (聊天) in the room died down. Then a brief 52 fell before I said, “I did.”
“What an interesting 53 ,” another said. “I would never have thought of it. It’s comforting, and 54 me of my mother and home.”
I smiled, recalling chocolate chip cookies my grandmother and mother made. Maybe there was something to say about the 55 old recipes, like coming home.
41. A. newly-found B. home-baked C. low-fat D. sugar-free
42. A. communication B. explanation C. implication D. inspiration
43. A. hope B. view C. assumption D. fact
44. A. put away B. sent out C. handed down D. looked over
45. A. attend B. understand C. host D. design
46. A. challenged B. encouraged C. assisted D. promised
47. A. practice B. solution C. rule D. habit
48. A. secretly B. proudly C. excitedly D. nervously
49. A. sharing B. recording C. tasting D. refusing
50. A. quality B. appearance C. price D. value
51. A. prepared B. remembered C. exchanged D. gathered
52. A. panic B. doubt C. signal D. silence
53. A. story B. scene C. idea D. comment
54. A. informs B. reminds C. convinces D. relieves
55. A. plain B. perfect C. creative D. delicate
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。
Shanghai has many cultural zones, one of 56 is home to the city’s last surviving newsstand, which is enjoying a new boom after moving to its present location. The relocation has been widely covered by the media, 57 (draw)visitors of all ages. The newsstand operator, 67-year-old Jiang Jun, said that since the move, daily foot traffic has doubled, with a noticeable increase in younger customers.
This newsstand, which has been in 58 (exist) for more than two decades, is called a “living fossil” of Shanghai’s print retail industry by local media. Having started managing print retail in the postal system in 1988, Jiang 59 (recognize) as a national model worker in the postal system for selling 600,000 newspapers annually. In 2019, when he was supposed to retire at the age of 60, the closure of thousands of newsstands in Shanghai, due to the impact of new media and disordered business models, 60 (leave) this newsstand, which was located 200 meters 61 his current shop, as the last remaining one in the city. Jiang chose to postpone his retirement and continue managing the stand 62 (ensure)readers could still purchase newspapers offline.
Last year, Jiang and the leaders at the postal system reached an agreement to close the shop. However, the closure notice on the door sparked public interest, leading to 63 (offer) of rent-free locations from various district governments, office parks 64 cultural institutions. 65 (eventual), the shop relocated to a site near Shengli Cinema in a cultural zone.
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。你校正在为即将举办的实践活动“Protect the Living Space of Birds”征集英语宣传口号（publicity slogan），请你给负责的外教老师Chris写一封信，推荐你设计的口号，内容包括：
（1）口号内容；
（2）推荐理由。
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,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Best wishes,
Li Hua
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。
“All right, class, settle down!” my teacher, Ms. Garcia, announced. “Today, you are going to write about your best friend in real life. I want specific details. Begin!”
I sat with my pencil over my paper. For a moment, I hesitated. I knew I didn’t really have someone like that. Still, I lowered my head and began to write: My best friend is Hayley. She plays the cello (大提琴), like I do, and we go to orchestra every Saturday. She makes people laugh, and whenever I feel nervous, she tells me, “You’ve got this.” We’ve been best friends since fourth grade. I knew Hayley wasn’t real, but it was easier than explaining why I didn’t have a best friend.
In fact, there was a girl in my orchestra class, Emily, who usually practiced the cello in the music room. Once, she helped me adjust my bow hold after a rehearsal (排练) and gave me an encouraging smile. “You’ve got this,” she said softly. I had also seen her patiently help another student work through a difficult passage, never showing the slightest impatience. We didn’t talk much because I was too shy to start a conversation, but I couldn’t forget her kindness. Without realizing it, I had borrowed her for the role of Hayley.
At school, I didn’t have real friends. My classmates were polite and kind, but I was just too hesitant and shy to be the first to reach out. When loneliness came over, I would imagine someone like Emily beside me, her gentle voice offering encouragement. She was the friend I wished I could have.
The next day, Ms. Garcia returned my essay with a bright red “A”. “Hayley sounds wonderful! I’ve signed you and her up to perform a cello duo (二重奏) at next Friday’s Cultural Festival.” My heart skipped a beat. The lie I had built for protection suddenly turned into a trap. I was totally at a loss.
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。
Paragraph 1: Anxious, I decided to turn to Ms. Garcia and told her the truth. _____________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2: The next day, I went to the music room to find Emily. _____________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2绵阳南山中学高2023级高考热手考试
英语参考答案
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）
1-5BABAC
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
6-10CACAB 11-15BACAC 16-20BCAAB
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）
21-25BADCA 26-30DBCCD 31-35BBADC
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36-40ACBFD
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）
41-45BCDCA 46-50BADCB 51-55ADCBA
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. which 57. drawing 58. existence 59. was recognized 60. left
61. from 62. to ensure 63. offers 64. and 65. Eventually
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Dear Chris,
I’m Li Hua. Knowing that you are collecting publicity slogans for the activity “Protect the Living Space of Birds” to be held by our school, I’m glad to recommend my designed one and tell you the reasons why I’d like to recommend it.
The slogan I designed is “Protect Birds’ Home, Share Nature Together”. “Protect Birds’ Home” closely focuses on the theme of this activity. Meanwhile, “Share Nature Together” conveys that protecting birds’ living space is not only a responsibility but also a way for humans to coexist harmoniously with nature, guiding more people to participate in the activity.
I hope you can take my slogan into consideration. Looking forward to your reply.
Best wishes,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
One possible version:
Paragraph 1: Anxious, I decided to turn to Ms. Garcia and told her the truth. My voice trembling, I admitted that Hayley wasn’t real. To my surprise, instead of being angry, she listened quietly and smiled. “It takes courage to tell the truth,” she said, patting me gently. “Maybe this is your chance to find a real partner. Just start with a hello.” For the first time, I felt a little lighter, as if I had stepped out from behind the story I had created. Her words finally encouraged me to take that step.
Paragraph 2: The next day, I went to the music room to find Emily. She was practicing as usual, focused and calm. Gathering my courage, I told her everything and asked if she would play with me. Without the slightest hesitation, she broke into that familiar, encouraging smile. “Of course. You’ve got this,” she replied softly. After several rehearsals, we finally stood on the festival stage side by side, and I saw my teacher smiling in the crowd. Our harmonious performance convinced me that the friendship I had courageously won worked wonders, even though Hayley never truly existed.
听力文本和详解
听力材料
Text 1
W: Okay, we go to Paxton, How long does it take to get there by car
M: About 20 minutes. But parking is very limited. We’d better go by bus, and if takes about the same time.
W: Good.
Text 2
W: If we had snow in winter here, I would make snowmen with my friends.
M: Do you know how to build a snowman
W: I’ve learnt it by watching videos. One day I’ ll travel somewhere with a real winter and experience it for myself!
Text 3
M: Lisa, what happened
W: My flight to Paris is delayed for 5 hours. The plane should have taken off at 1:00 p.m, and I was supposed to arrive in Paris at 6:00 p.m.
M: Oh, my. Then you have to wait for another 2 hours.
Text 4（第4题为推断题）
M: You gave me quite a turn, creeping up on me like that! I’m putting my heart and soul into the report. You’ ve made me lose my train of thought!
W: Sorry. I can’t believe you didn’t notice me approaching at all.
◆ give sb. a turn使大吃一惊；吓某人一跳
Text 5（第5题为主旨大意题）
M: I’m torn between accepting a job as a teacher in New York and running my own business in Berlin.
W: Just consider what you are really interested in.
Text 6（第6、7题为推断题）
W: First, could you tell me the amount you want to borrow and the purpose of the loan
M: I’d like to borrow 5,000 dollars for home improvements.
W: Great. We need to know your monthly expenses to determine the loan amount and terms.
M: I have a rough estimate of my monthly expenses. And here are the necessary documents.
W: Perfect. I’ll start processing your application. The approval process usually takes about a week. We will contact you once a decision is made.
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M: What’s up, Beth
W: Well, recently, I’ve been spending a lot of time with my cat and plants after work. I’m feeling a bit lonely.
M: Nowadays, more and more people feel lonely, especially the elderly. In 2013, Bep, aged 74, was found dead at her home in the Netherlands, Her death wasn’t suspicious, but it shocked the whole country, because it turned out she had been dead for 10 years!
W: I heard about it. Her tragic story inspired a national campaign to fight loneliness, including one project called Oma’s Soup, bringing lonely elderly people together with students to make soup.
M: When we’ re lonely, we can find something interesting to do. Our manager said we can take our annual leave and have a rest after the project ends. How about going climbing together then
W: That’s exhausting. Let’s go to the cinema instead.
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W: Daniel, how’s your semester in Finland going
M: Finnish schools emphasize “silent learning”, which means students often study independently in complete silence, even during group tasks. Teachers rarely interrupt students. I felt strange at first.
W: Really That’s incredible. Do you think the teaching method helps you learn better
M: Definitely! At first, I couldn’t adapt to their teaching method, which demands a lot of concentration. But now I’m more independent. The results I’ve achieved also prove that the Finnish educational system works.
W: What about exams
M: My college doesn’t evaluate students based on exam scores or class performance at the end of the semester. Instead, we are required to write self-assessment journals.
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W: Hi, Jack. How did your job interview at the local newspaper go last week
M: Hmm... They just told me to wait.
W: I’m not trying to discourage you, but I’m afraid you didn’t pass it. Were you late
M: No. They just asked me two questions. One question was “What made you apply for the position ” and the other one was “Why did you choose your major ”
W: Were they satisfied with your answer to the first question
M: Yes. I said being a journalist had always been my dream.
W: So, what was your answer to the second question
M: Well. I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do, so I just chose finance randomly.
W: That’s it. In fact, the interviewers were looking for excitement and energy from you when you were talking about your major. They wanted to know if you really knew what you wanted to do.
M: Oh, I didn’t know that. It was my first interview. I’ll think over why I chose the major later.
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William Shockley was born on February 13th, 1910, in London, England, His family moved to the United States when he was a young child. Shockley was very good at math and science from a young age. He loved solving problems and figuring out how things worked, which led him to study electrical engineering at the California Institute of Technology, or branded as Caltech. After graduating from Caltech, Shockley went on to study physics at Stanford University. He later continued his studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and earned his Ph. D. in physics in 1936. In the 1930s, Shockley began working at Bell Labs, one of the most famous research centers in the world. At Bell Labs, Shockley led research groups that included John Bardeen and Walter Brattain. Together, they were trying to find a way to replace vacuum tubes, which were large and easily broken, After many experiments, they invented the transistor.
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