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南康中学2026届高三5月阶段训练
英语试卷
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 has the woman finished doing
A．Choosing her major. B．Working on the computer. C．Sending her application form.
2．What will the man buy
A．A bag. B．A laptop. C．A car.
3．When will the man check out
A．On the 16th. B．On the 17th. C．On the 18th.
4．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．Going on vacation. B．Dealing with sensitivities. C．Taking care of the pet.
5．What will the man probably do for the woman
A．Clean the table. B．Help with her report. C．Carry the shopping.
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段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What did Barbara begin to do two months ago
A．Do the gardening. B．Tidy the bedrooms. C．Decorate the living room.
7．Who might Brian be
A．Barbara’s neighbor. B．Barbara’s husband. C．Barbara’s gardener.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．When does the conversation take place
A．Before ordering. B．During a meal. C．After a meal.
9．What do we know about the restaurant
A．It has a nice environment. B．It has a new address. C．It has a good name.
10．What do the speakers decide to do
A．Report service issues. B．Complain about the manager. C．Move to a less crowded place.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．What is the woman curious about
A．What life coaches do.
B．Why Mel does the qualification.
C．Whether Mel is good at fixing problems.
12．What does the woman hate doing
A．Talking about her family situation.
B．Analyzing personal problems.
C．Completing the housework.
13．How can the woman solve her problem according to the man
A．By seeking cooperation.
B．By changing her attitude.
C．By starting a new routine.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．What inspired Trent to start climbing
A．A picture of mountains.
B．A television documentary.
C．A biography of a climber.
15．What was Trent’s feeling during his first big climbing
A．Nervousness. B．Confidence. C．Amazement.
16．Why did Trent decide to climb the seven peaks
A．To overcome his fear.
B．To realize his long-held dream.
C．To raise money for his grandpa.
17．What made Trent special among the climbers to the seven peaks
A．He was accompanied by his grandpa.
B．He climbed snow-covered mountains.
C．He was younger than any other climber.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．What did Bohlin do in his first job
A．He taught at a college. B．He designed aircraft. C．He produced cars.
19．When did the first modern car seat belt appear
A．In 1942. B．In 1958. C．In 1959.
20．Which country was the first to introduce car seat belt laws
A．Japan. B．Australia. C．France.
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）
A
Early people didn’t need to know the exact time of day. They slept when it was dark and worked when it was light.
33,000—28,000 B．C．
People notice that changes in the weather (the seasons) are connected to changes in the sun, moon, and stars.
8,000 B．C．
Chinese, the Maya, and Sumerians develop calendars based on the cycles of the sun (a year) and the moon (a month). Most people are farmers. Calendars tell them when to plant crops and when their animals will have babies.
1,500 B．C．
People in Egypt and Sumer develop some of the first water clocks. Unlike sundials, water clocks measure time even when it’s cloudy.
1370—1410
European cities build towers with mechanical clocks inside. Every hour, a bell is rung for all to hear.
1850
Most Americans now have clocks at home. Trains keep exact schedules. Railroad workers carry pocket watches that don’t gain or lose more than 30 seconds in a week.
1955
An atomic clock is built in England. It measures oscillations(颤动) of light from cesium atoms. The light oscillates even faster than quartz crystals. Atomic clocks are the most accurate clocks yet.
Today
People rely on the Internet and cell-phone networks, which need super precise timing. Atomic clocks keep getting better.
21．How can ancient Chinese tell when to plant crops
A．By using calendars.
B．By observing the cycles of the sun.
C．By watching the animals.
D．By predicting the weather changes.
22．Who built towers with mechanical clocks inside
A．Chinese. B．Americans. C．Europeans. D．Egyptians.
23．Which clocks are the most accurate
A．Chinese calendars. B．Water clocks.
C．Mechanical clocks. D．Atomic clocks.
B
The Boy Made it!
One Sunday, Nicholas, a teenager, went skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine. In the early afternoon, when he was planning to go home, a fierce snowstorm swept in to the area. Unable to see far, he accidentally turned off the path. Before he knew it, Nicholas was lost, all alone! He didn’t have food, water, a phone, or other supplies. He was getting colder by the minute.
Nicholas had no idea where he was. He tried not to panic. He thought about all of the survival shows he had watched on TV. It was time to put the tips he had learned to use.
He decided to stop skiing. There was a better chance of someone finding him if he stayed put. The first thing he did was to find shelter from the freezing wind and snow. If he didn’t, his body temperature would get very low, which could quickly kill him.
Using his skis, Nicholas built a snow cave. He gathered a huge mass of snow and dug out a hole in the middle. Then he piled branches on top of himself, like a blanket, to stay as warm as he could.
By that evening, Nicholas was really hungry. He ate snow and drank water from a nearby stream so that his body wouldn’t lose too much water. Not knowing how much longer he could last, Nicholas did the only thing he could — he huddled (蜷缩) in his cave and slept.
The next day, Nicholas went out to look for help, but he couldn’t find anyone. He followed his tracks and returned to the snow cave, because without shelter, he could die that night. On Tuesday, Nicholas went out again to find help. He had walked for about a mile when a volunteer searcher found him. After two days stuck in the snow, Nicholas was saved.
Nicholas might not have survived this snowstorm had it not been for TV. He had often watched Grylls’ survival show Man vs. Wild. That’s where he learned the tips that saved his life, In each episode (一期节目) of Man vs. Wild, Grylls is abandoned in a wild area and has to find his way out.
When Grylls heard about Nichola’s amazing deeds, he was super impressed that Nicholas had made it since he knew better than anyone how hard Nicholas had to work to stay alive.
24．What happened to Nicholas one Sunday afternoon
A．He got lost. B．He hurt his eyes.
C．He broke his skis. D．He caught a cold.
25．How did Nicholas keep himself warm
A．He found a shelter. B．He kept on skiing.
C．He built a snow cave. D．He lighted some branches.
26．On Tuesday, Nicholas ______.
A．stayed where he was B．was saved by a searcher
C．got stuck in the snow D．returned to his shelter safely
27．Nicholas left Grylls a very deep impression because he ______.
A．was very hard-working B．created some tips for survival
C．watched Grylls’ TV program regularly D．did the right things in the dangerous situation
C
The sharp fin (鳍). The rows upon rows of sharp teeth. The large black eyes. The sharks you see on television in Jaws or Discovery’s “Shark Week” are not the friendliest looking creatures. They aren’t exactly an animal you want to find near you while swimming in the ocean. Despite their portrayals (刻画) in movies and popular culture, sharks are complicated, misunderstood creatures that are weaker than they appear.
One very common misunderstanding about sharks is their desire to hunt humans. Actually when sharks attack humans, it is because they mistake a human for their normal prey (猎物), seals or dolphins. They don’t seek out humans on purpose. Statistically, you are more likely to be struck by lightning than be bitten by a shark.
Sharks are very important to the ocean as they are at the top of the food chain. Some sharks even control the balance of an ecosystem through fear alone. Tiger sharks in Australia help protect seagrass meadows from turtles. Turtles eat the seagrass and without the sharks, will destroy these meadows. When tiger sharks are present though, the turtles are scared away, holding back their appetite for seagrass and protecting its growth.
Though sharks have a reputation for being very scary to humans, the sad truth is that they should be scared of humans. The number of sharks in the ocean is steadily dropping. There are a few reasons for this. For one, they mature quite slowly, over several years, and produce relatively few young. For another, overfishing of sharks is happening because more and more people want their fins. About 100 million sharks are killed every year according to National Geographic. Shark fin is a way for people to show off their wealth. Shark fins are also believed to have medicinal benefits, though there is no evidence or proof that they actually do.
28．What do most people think about sharks
A．They are ugly. B．They are important.
C．They are violent. D．They are complicated.
29．What does the author try to show by comparing shark bites to lightning strikes
A．Shark bites are deadly. B．Shark bites are rare.
C．Shark bites are unpredictable. D．Shark bites are painful.
30．Why should sharks be scared of humans according to the author
A．Humans keep sharks to show off.
B．Humans catch sharks for medical research.
C．Humans kill sharks in large quantities.
D．Humans are greater in number than sharks.
31．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．Ocean Life: Save Our Sharks!
B．Sharks: Kings of Protectors
C．Ocean Life: An Ecological Crisis!
D．Sharks: Killers or Misunderstood
D
Will artificial intelligence (AI) replace my job This is a question that many people think about these days. At present, the application of AI robotics in professional fields, as well as ChatGPT’s abilities to write essays, solve complex problems and more, have heightened moral concerns.
Some people see AI as the ultimate cure for society’s most fundamental problems, while others fear that AI will overtake human intelligence. These two views are based on the assumption that AI is better and smarter than humanity and may ultimately replace human decision-making. But given the fact that technology is the product of human civilization, the challenge from AI is something we have created for ourselves as we keep pushing our own boundaries. In other words, AI’s progress, functions and future direction are all determined by the human brain.
Before AI becomes a threat to humanity, the international community should reach an agreement on the role it is to play. More importantly, related laws and regulations must ensure that AI will benefit society and prevent it from threatening human life. Robots, for example, are believed to develop emotional intelligence sometime, which enables them to recognize, understand and express emotions in a way that is similar to humans, but we must avoid AI copying human emotions. Without legal restrictions, AI may become a social disaster.
The AI-driven new industrial revolution is irreversible. This, like previous ones, which introduced changes that had been unimaginable before, will certainly affect human employment. But it always turned out humanity was able to adapt to each industrial revolution and create new forms of employment. Therefore, it’s unnecessary to worry AI will replace our jobs. While technology advances at a rapid pace, what we need to do is to welcome the AI era rather than block its unfolding for fear of the unknown.
32．What does the author imply about AI’s future
A．It will be too complex to control.
B．It depends on human innovation.
C．It will be regulated more strictly.
D．It may outperform the human brain.
33．How can we prevent AI’s potential threat
A．By stirring emotions.
B．By blocking functions.
C．By setting restrictions.
D．By changing regulations.
34．What does the underlined word “irreversible” in the last paragraph mean
A．Undesirable. B．Unavoidable.
C．Unpredictable. D．Unbelievable.
35．What does the writer suggest readers do with the coming of the AI era
A．Deal with it positively. B．Accept it passively.
C．Respond to it randomly. D．Defend it unconditionally.
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。
Self-Improvement
Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities and stress, but the right focus goes a long way towards ensuring you become a better person. 36 Keep reading to learn how you can go about your self-improvement journey.
37 Everyone needs something to live for, so think about what you want in life. Not only can struggling for something make you a happier and better person, but it can also help you find your purpose. Use a pen and paper and write down the short and long-term goals you would like to achieve.
Forgiving yourself and others can help you improve relationships. To be a better person, it’s important to have a go at forgiving any hatreds you’re holding. Allow yourself time to forgive your past mistakes and recognize what they’ve taught you. 38 You may not be able to forget what they’ve done, that’s okay, but forgiveness can give you peace of mind.
Everyone has flaws, but you can concentrate on improving yours. Notice how your behavior and attitude affect others. Are people generally happy or sad around you 39
Answering these questions and analyzing your interactions with them can help you discover and perfect your weaknesses.
Imagine what someone’s been through can give you a new perspective. Empathy is one of the first steps to being a better person because it builds your compassion. Not only does cultivating empathy help you be more sensitive toward other people, but it also helps you form lasting relationships and feel less isolated. 40
A．Do friends come to you for help or advice
B．Then, forgive those who have hurt you in the past.
C．Are people around you talented in improving themselves
D．Learning from one’s mistakes is a step to forgiving oneself.
E．Positive aspirations can give you something to thrive for.
F．Being empathic helps you gain a friend while challenging your perspective.
G．There’s something you can do every day to better yourself in different ways.
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。
A day I wish to forget. That would be the day when everything that could go wrong did go wrong.
I reached 41 at the usual time. The first lesson was in the science laboratory. Mr. Kanan 42 and explained the experiment we were to carry out. My partner Ru Ern and I set to work. Halfway, we noticed a couple of 43 flying around us. This was the first time we noticed insects in the lab. One of the mosquitoes landed on my arm. Instinctively, Ru Ern smacked my arm hard to 44 it. It made me drop the bottle of ammonia (氨水) I was holding. The bottle broke and the 45 smell of ammonia spread all around us making us choke. Everyone dashed out of the lab. The lab assistant had to clean up the mess. Mr. Kanan was quite angry at our 46 . Ru Ern and I wished the ground would open up and swallow us. But no, we had to suffer the killer looks 47 at us the rest of the day.
With the disaster keeping me preoccupied, I 48 forgot about the inter-house basketball semi-final in the afternoon. We played against Red House which was a(n) 49 opponent. We were neck to neck right till the final minute and then the golden 50 to win was given to my team because of a foul (犯规). Everyone watched 51 as I took the free throw. As the ball flew towards the hoop, I held my breath. The ball hit the metal ring and bounced away. How could I have 52 it But I did. My team members’ 53 was unbearable to me.
I 54 home as quickly as I could. I wanted to go to sleep and wake up to a new day, hopefully, a day when everything would 55 .
41．A．playground B．school C．theatre D．platform
42．A．marched in B．took in C．broke in D．lay in
43．A．butchers B．interpreters C．mosquitoes D．murderers
44．A．abuse B．kill C．infect D．withdraw
45．A．unstoppable B．unpleasant C．unforgettable D．unsuitable
46．A．carelessness B．disability C．distribution D．superiority
47．A．monitored B．concluded C．threatened D．directed
48．A．hardly B．still C．almost D．literally
49．A．weak B．identical C．enthusiastic D．worthy
50．A．remark B．weapon C．insurance D．opportunity
51．A．ultimately B．initially C．eagerly D．practically
52．A．missed B．coined C．cloned D．grasped
53．A．recognition B．disappointment C．breakthrough D．alternative
54．A．input B．adjusted C．switched D．slid
55．A．go wrong B．go right C．go through D．go ahead
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。
As a child, Obaida Omar 56 (narrow) escaped the enemy’s invasion of her native Afghanistan, walking for weeks through the mountains. Now a mother of three and Islamic Center of Rochester board member, Omar provided first-hand experience of what it means to be a child made 57 (home) by war as the keynote speaker at the “Dinner for Peace” 58 (host) by the Student Association for the Development of Arab Cultural Awareness last Saturday.
About 250 guests attended the dinner, the proceeds (收益) of 59 will go to education for children affected by the Middle Eastern refugee crisis.
“Children did not create this conflict, 60 they are its greatest victims,” said Alanoud Alzaid, the group’s president, who gave the opening speech at the dinner. “Tonight we have raised roughly $3,000 in profit, which means over 1,000 children can get the education they deserve,” he said. “ 61 you, tonight would not have been possible.”
62 (entertain) the audience, the Yellow Jackets kicked the night off with a 63 (select) of lively songs. The Sihir belly (肚皮) dancing group also performed, with pride and authority in their costumes of shining gold and bright coral colors.
“We 64 (plan) this for two months now. It feels wonderful to see such an amazing turnout. It brings back the human element, making you remember that we’re all the same.” said Gabby Stillman, an 65 (eleven) grader.
On the whole, the dinner was a success. The audience was also full of praise.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你的好友Tom想约你明晚和他家人共进晚餐，但你因故不能应约。请根据以下要点用英语给他写一封电子邮件：
1. 表示歉意；
2. 解释原因；
3. 弥补方法。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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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。
One sunny Saturday morning, I got ready for a hike with my classmates. I was so excited about it since it was my first time to go hiking. I ate a light breakfast just a few slices of bread and an egg. After that I grabbed my backpack and hurriedly ran out of my house and then met my classmates at the school gate. At that time I didn’t think that there would be a terrible disaster ahead.
The jungle (丛林) that we are going to was far from our area. Its name was Salymbia Jungle. The drive was 3 hours long but it was not a dull ride as we were all eager about the hike and we bad each other’s company. We appointed a guide and his name was Thomas. He said that he had hiked in the Salymbia Jungle lots of times, and he was familiar with the pathways. When we arrived, Thomas allowed us to begin. There were a wide variety of plants which I had never seen before. The smell of the jungle was so earthy. All of us were amazed by the beauty of the scenery and the sound of the creatures.
After a while we were walking and then I looked at my wrist (手腕) to check the time but then I realized my watch had fallen off. Then I walked back without telling anyone. I did not worry about getting lost since there were other persons behind and I thought I would have been able to catch up with my classmates. I went back searching the pathway and I lost track of time and lost sight of my classmates. I immediately realized that I was alone.
After I realized I was lost, the first thing I did was to check my phone to see how far away I was from my companions. However, I was having no luck because there was no network in my phone, which made my phone practically useless.
The sky started to become darker.
As I was falling asleep, I heard a human voice.
南康中学2026届高三5月阶段训练
英语试题参考答案
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．A 2．A 3．C 4．C 5．B
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
6．A 7．B 8．B 9．C 10．A
11．A 12．C 13．B 14．A 15．B
16．C 17．C 18．B 19．C 20．B
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．A 22．C 23．D 24．A 25．C
26．B 27．D 28．C 29．B 30．C
31．D 32．B 33．C 34．B 35．A
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36．G 37．E 38．B 39．A 40．F
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．B 42．A 43．C 44．B 45．B
46．A 47．D 48．C 49．D 50．D
51．C 52．A 53．B 54．D 55．B
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56．narrowly 57．homeless 58．hosted 59．which 60．but
61．Without 62．To entertain 63．selection 64．have been planning
65．eleventh
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节
Dear Tom,
Thank you for your invitation to dinner at your home tomorrow evening. Unfortunately, it is much to my regret that I cannot join you and your family, because I will be fully occupied then for an important exam coming the day after tomorrow. I feel terribly sorry for missing the chance of such a happy get-together, and I hope that all of you enjoy a good time. Is it possible for you and me to have a private meeting afterward If so, please don’t hesitate to drop me a line about your preferable date. I do long for a pleasant chat with you.
Please allow me to say sorry again.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
The sky started to become darker. I didn’t know what to do, so I called out to my classmates but there was no reply. I looked for a way but none of the scenes seemed familiar. I walked for a few more minutes, hoping to meet other people behind, but once again it didn’t worked. I was scared hungry and helpless. Still, I know it is no use being anxious. I needed to keep calm. I decided to stay where I was, saving my energy until the rescue team arrived.
As I was falling asleep, I heard a human voice. I doubted my ears but then I heard someone else. I screamed, “Help!” There was a note of excitement in my voice. They were rescuers who had come searching for me because my classmates reported my loss. They took me back to the bus. The moment I saw my classmates, I couldn’t control my tears in my eyes. They kept asking if I was hurt and what had happened. When they learned I was safe, they were relieved. What an unforgettable experience!
南康中学2026届高三5月阶段训练
英语试题解析及听力录音稿
Text 1
M: What are you up to
W: Checking my college application form. I’ve finally come to a decision about what to study in college.
M: Is engineering still your top choice
W: Yeah. I was thinking of studying computer science, but I decided against it in the end.
Text 2
W: May I help you, sir
M: Yes, I’m looking to replace my old laptop bag. I go on a lot of business trips, so I’m looking for something with wheels.
Text 3
W: When will you be arriving, Mr. Baranski
M: Let me see. It’s Monday today, so on Thursday, the 16th of May.
W: And how long will you be staying
M: Two nights, leaving on Saturday.
Text 4
M: I’m leaving next week for the trip and I still don’t know what to do with my Cooper.
W: Well, you know I am sensitive to animals so I can’t help. Hey! I just remembered I have a friend that has a pet hotel.
M: I guess I can do that.
Text 5
M: You look stressed. Is there something wrong
W: I’ve been trying to delete a table from my report but every time I do it, it ruins the file format.
M: I’ll fix it for you, if you agree to help me with the shopping later.
Text 6
W: Good morning Mr Davis. I’m calling to see how Max has been doing in class recently.
M: Good morning Mrs Taylor. Overall, he’s doing well. He gets along with others and works hard, but he seems a bit unsure about some math topics.
W: We haven’t noticed much at home. Is it something to worry about
M: It’s no big deal, but a little extra support would help.
W: What would you suggest we do first
M: For now, I’d suggest he talk to the math teacher during lunch this week.
Text 7
W: Mike, did you notice the slow service tonight It’s unusually crowded.
M: Yeah. Our orders took forever to arrive, and they got mine wrong.
W: Same here. And the waitstaff seem busy and understaffed. I saw a few tables complaining about their orders too. I think we should talk to the manager before leaving.
M: Definitely. This level of service isn’t acceptable for such a reputable restaurant.
W: Let’s do that. Maybe they can improve service for future diners. And it could help them understand what went wrong tonight.
M: Good idea. I’ll ask for the manager once we finish our meal.
W: It’s important to address these issues constructively rather than just leaving without saying anything.
M: Absolutely, Amanda.
Text 8
W: I’ve just seen Mel. She was telling me about that qualification she’s doing. It’s something about life coaching, isn’t it
M: That’s right. She’ll be great at it. You know how many times she has helped us with our problems
W: Is that all life coaching means
M: Well, life coaches show their clients how to adopt new approaches or new routines, and this enables them to make permanent changes. It’s about much more than analyzing a specific problem and fixing it.
W: You sound like Mel! I’m still lost, though.
M: Look, take something you’re always complaining about. Like, having to do chores around the house. A life coach would help you address this by helping you change your attitude to doing the chores in the first place. By working on your mindset, that will help you go forward.
W: Oh, that makes sense. Mel would be brilliant at that.
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W: Trent, how did you get into mountain climbing
M: Many people start climbing because they’ve watched a television documentary about climbing a mountain and a good friend enjoyed reading the biography of a famous climber. My experience was more unusual, though. When I was nine, I started at a new school where there was an amazing artwork on the wall. It showed some snow-covered mountains and I thought, I want to climb those!
W: You climbed your first big mountain when you were ten. How did you feel beforehand
M: I was convinced I’d be really nervous before we set off, but the opposite was actually true, which I couldn’t quite believe. I went with very experienced climbers whom I trusted.
W: You decided to climb the highest peak on each of the seven continents. Why was that
M: My grandfather became ill and there wasn’t much financial support for scientists trying to find a cure, so I asked people to sponsor me to climb the seven peaks. I became the youngest person ever to climb them, though that wasn’t my reason for doing it.
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Hi, my talk today is about an invention, the modern car seat belt.
The inventor of the modern car seat belt was a Swedish man called Nils Bohlin. Bohlin had trained as a mechanical engineer at college before gaining his first employment as an aircraft designer. He did well, so was invited to join a car manufacturing company as a safety engineer.
Bohlin had often worked on improving seats and seat belts for planes since starting his working life in 1942. After joining the car manufacturer in 1958, he spent the following 12 months developing his ideas for cars, and then a car featuring Bohlin’s creation on both front seats was introduced, making it the earliest example of a vehicle with modern seat belts.
However, it took many years for them to become widely accepted. Japan made it a rule that everyone must wear seat belts in their cars across the whole country in 1971. A year earlier, two of the six states in Australia had introduced similar rules. France was the first European nation to create seat belt laws several years later. It’s incredible to think that some investment in research and development in the manufacturing industry has had such a huge global impact.

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