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2026-2027学年度五柳学校（原江科附中高复部）
第三次英语周练试卷
本卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟 第I卷（选择题）
注意事项：
1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用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，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
一、听力选择题
1. What will the man do next
A. Book a flight. B. Take the subway. C. Wait for the car.
2. How much should the man pay
A. $2. B. $8. C. $10.
3. What does the woman ask the man to do
A. Get water. B. Watch TV. C. Clean his room.
4. What can we infer about the woman
A. She is a doctor. B. She thinks the sweets are useful. C. She is a professional singer.
5. What does the woman want to do
A. Raise the rent. B. Hire more guides. C. Go on holiday.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is wrong with John
A. He has a cold. B. He gets injured in the park. C. He is punished by Mr White.
7. Why is the woman unable to babysit late
A. She needs to go to bed early. B. She has another appointment.
C. She has to prepare for an exam.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. Who scored all the goals
A. Rudolf. B. Steven. C. Geoff.
9. Why did the man fail to score any goals
A. His ankle was hurt. B. He didn’t enter the game. C. He was a new member.
10. What can be learned from the conversation
A. Steven scored the most goals. B. Geoff was the new team captain.
C. Happy Valley didn’t score any goals.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. What do the speakers think of AB Eats
A. Unreliable. B. Expensive. C. Convenient.
12. What does the app often recommend to the woman
A. Healthy food. B. Fried chicken. C. Vegetable salad.
13. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Stop using the app. B. Try different restaurants. C. Do more physical activities.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. How many people won the documentary competition in total
A. 1. B. 3. C. 4.
15. What attracted the man to the competition
A. The prize money. B. The professional guidance. C. A job offer.
16. What does the man say about the trip
A. It is totally free. B. It is a guided tour. C. It lasts for three months.
17. What will the man’s another documentary focus on
A. Historical stories. B. Tourism development. C. Environmental practices.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What did the group like best about the towns
A. The quiet life. B. The shopping areas. C. The inexpensive hotels.
19. What did the speaker do during the trip
A. He made many friends. B. He tried different foods. C. He took a lot of pictures.
20. What is the speaker talking about
A. A trip. B. A hotel. C. A social group.
二、阅读理解
A
Dream up an impressive activity It exists somewhere around the world.
Running through Namibia’s sand hills
The Namib Race, a desert marathon, charters(特许设立)155 miles through Namibian territory, passing through the world’s most ancient desert and beneath its highest sand hills.Along the way, competitors choke over mysterious salt pans (盐地), race over the lunar-like wastes of the “Moon Valley”, and reach the finishing line where the sands meet Atlantic waves near the town of Swakopmund.
Hiking on camelback in South Australia
The country with the most camels in the wild is Australia. These ships of the desert were imported in the late 19th century as a way of exploring the Red Centre and building railway lines. Master these moody (情绪多变的) animals on a four-day hike through the tirari Desert of South Australia. Participants rise early, spending happy hours walking through salt lakes and sand hills.
Making an exploration to K2 Base Camp
Many people hike to Qomolangma’s Base Camp in Nepal — fewer make the hike to the foot of the world’s second highest peak, K2, where the approach is even more impressive. The trailhead is Pakistan’s highest village, Askole — from here, walking parties advance among the massive peaks of the Karakoram Range, home to 7 of the world’s 20 highest peaks and vast glaciers that emerge above the trail.
Catching a train to the North Pole
Railways don’t come more courageous than the twin iron rails that link Winnipeg and Churchill. At the southern end of the line are high-rise buildings and rush-hour passengers; at the northern end are polar bears, Arctic white whales and the northern lights. Passengers cross some of Canada’s wildest regions, watching grasslands turn to northern forests and,lastly, arctic tundra (苔原).
21. A. Passing the town of Swakopmund. B. Enjoying the lunar-like landscapes. C. Hiking up to the highest sand hills. D. Meeting wonderful polar animals.
22. A. To support the local farming. B. To take the place of ships. C. To aid railway construction. D. To develop local tourism.
23. A. Running through Namibia’s sand hills.
B. Hiking on camelback in South Australia.
C. Making an exploration to K2 Base Camp.
D. Catching a train to the North Pole.
B
A team of Chinese scientists has developed a groundbreaking device capable of changing the friction (摩擦力) between vehicle tires (轮胎) and roads into clean electricity. The device,called the roadbed tribological energy harvester (RTE harvester), presents a novel approach to taking advantage of the vast and previously untapped source of energy.
An estimated 85 percent of a car’s energy is lost to heat and friction, with tire-road interaction alone holding an untapped energy potential of around 0.3 terawatts annually worldwide, equal to the yearly output of 30 dams of the Three Gorges project in China. The researchers from Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems (BINN) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences crafted an energy collector implanted in the roadbed, capable of achieving a peak power output of 16.4 milliwatts from a single tire impact and achieving an impressive energy translation efficiency of 11.7 percent.
The device, formed by a freestanding layer triboelectric nanogenerator array, is highly durable, operating stably across temperatures from minus 40℃ to 60℃ and varying humidity(湿度) levels, making it suitable for diverse global climates, according to the study published recently in the journal Science Advances. Its low cost, estimated at just $71.3 per square meter, makes it a highly practicable solution for widespread adoption across extensive road networks globally.
Equipped with a self-powered, intelligent and connected transportation system, the innovation can supply energy to devices that monitor vehicle speed and weight, enhancing road safety and management without relying on external power sources. Placing the harvester over a 50-meter section can meet the power needs of traffic lights, cameras and other facilities along a one-kilometer road.
“This breakthrough offers a new approach to efficient roadbed tribological energy harvesting and distributed power supply, paving the way for the integration of vehicle-to-road, vehicle-to-infrastructure (车辆与基础设施) and vehicle-to-everything systems,”said the paper’s co-corresponding authors Professor Wang and Professor Chen from the BINN.
24. A. To improve tires’ durability. B. To monitor road conditions. C. To create a new energy source. D. To measure the heat from tires.
25. A. To emphasize the impact of vehicle emissions.
B. To criticize the inefficiency of traditional dams.
C. To compare the energy output of renewable sources.
D. To highlight the scale of energy in tire-road friction.
26. A. Its applying prospects. B. Its testing procedures. C. Its working principle. D. Its basic components.
27. A. Cautious. B. Hopeful. C. Suspicious. D. Dismissive.
C
A pure form of cellulose (纤维素) produced by bacteria can act as a plant bandage, researchers report, greatly boosting healing and regeneration in plants. Unlike animals, plants cannot escape danger, and instead rely on remarkable regenerative abilities. Bacterial cellulose, already used in human medicine for treating wounds and burns, has now been found to enhance plant healing as well.
Plant biologist Núria Sánchez Coll and her colleagues were testing bacterial cellulose bandages to prevent infections in wounded plants. They soon noticed wounds treated with the bandages healed better and faster. “This made us interested in finding the cause of this process,” says Dr Coll.
To evaluate the performance of the bandages as healing devices, the scientists made small cuts in the leaves of two common lab plants, applying the “Band-Aids” to half the wounds. After one week, more than 80 percent of the treated wounds had healed completely, compared with less than 20 percent of the untreated ones. Their analysis showed that tissues in the treated wounds appeared healthy, while untreated wounds showed signs of dehydration (脱水).
At a genetic level, the healing caused by bacterial cellulose appears distinct from normal plant wound repair. The bacterial cellulose stimulated a different set of genes, turning off some typically involved with healing while activating others related to infection defense. The researchers believe this changed response results from a combination of factors: the wound itself and the plant’s reaction to the bacterial cellulose as a foreign body, potentially stimulating a defensive mechanism.
While still in early stages, the findings do suggest potential applications in agriculture, Sánchez Coll says, such as facilitating grafting (嫁接), preserving cut plant material or serving as a growth medium in labs. Other research groups are already trying to determine whether these findings apply to other regeneration processes that aren’t yet fully understood.
28. A. Speeding up plant growth. B. Enhancing healing in plants. C. Helping plants avoid danger. D. Treating wounds for humans.
29. A. To prevent them from dehydration.
B. To facilitate the grafting of the plant.
C. To test the effectiveness of the “Band-Aids”.
D. To study plants’ natural regenerative abilities.
30. A. The features of bacterial cellulose.
B. The advantages of the “Band-Aids” for plants.
C. The limitations of bacterial cellulose in plant healing. D. The working principle of the bacterial cellulose-based “Band-Aids”.
31. A. The research has certain shortcomings.
B. It is hard to fully understand the “Band-Aids”.
C. The findings have potential importance in agriculture.
D. The findings have been applied in large-scale farming.
D
There’s a moment in human connection that’s hard to describe — that sudden, electric feeling when you meet someone and feel your minds merge. Where does that spark come from, exactly What makes someone feel like a lifelong friend after just a small talk
People tend to assume it’s similarity — that they are especially likely to hit it off with someone who shares their background or personality traits. But in our research we’ve found that many of the strongest bonds come less from existing similarity and more from riffing (即兴交流) playfully. In such moments, people create a little world that belongs just to them, a process we call “building a shared reality”.
And yet, our culture’s conversational rituals revolve not around playful co-creation but around exchanging formalities. Consider the small talk classic: “How was your weekend ” “Good. Just watched TV.” The conversation proceeds predictably. “Took my dog to the park, since it was so nice.” “Oh, I have a dog, too. What kind is yours ” “A lab mix. He’s 3…” Both parties walk away with information but still worlds apart. They may think they’re playing it safe, but that safety traps them in disconnection.
Instead, if these two people stay from the script and riff off each other, they may begin to feel that spark of genuine connection. It’s like being a kid again: Kids skip the boring small talk and jump straight into play. “How was your weekend ” “Good, but I spent too much time watching people make tiny food on TikTok.” “Whoa, like…dollhouse-size ” “Yes. If you want to learn to make noodles in a bottle cap, let me know.” “That’s amazing. We could organize a tiny food party — and all the dishes could fit on this coaster!” “We’d need tiny furniture, too. Should we ask that guy over there to build it ” Moments like these can make two strangers suddenly feel like co-creators of a shared world.
Riffing doesn’t require being naturally funny, just being attentive and embracing spontaneity. Like any conversational skill, it takes practice. When riffing, speakers resist the urge to counter every observation with their own example, instead building bridges to new ideas.
Our aim of conversation, then, is not merely to exchange facts or surface-level similarities but to ask: “What could we create together in this moment ”
32. A. Having similar backgrounds. B. Sharing the same character traits. C. Exchanging factual information. D. Engaging in co-creative interaction.
33. A. It allows people to avoid arguments.
B. It leads to deeper misunderstandings.
C. It helps people get to know each other.
D. It often fails to build real connections.
34. A. “Favorite movie ” “Sci-fi, you ” “Me too”.
B. “How’s your new job ” “Busy. You ” “Same routine.” C. “My plant looks so sad lately.” “We could play it some jazz.” D. “I’m tired from my beach vacation.” “My ski trip was tiring too.”
35. A. Sharing Interests is Key to Understanding
B. You’re Probably Doing Small Talk Wrong
C. The Best Way to Form Lifelong Friendships
D. How to impress Others in First Conversations
E
In today’s digital era, we are constantly surrounded by news, both positive and negative. While staying informed is crucial, the continuous flood of headlines, especially something distressing, can sometimes be overwhelming. 36 Thus, finding a balance between staying informed and maintaining mental well-being is essential for a healthy relationship with news.
News fatigue arises when individuals feel emotionally drained from consuming excessive information, particularly negative reports. 37 These may include increased anxiety, emotional numbness over time, and difficulty concentrating on daily tasks. Psychologists warn that prolonged exposure to distressing news may even weaken one’s ability to empathize with others.
To foster healthy news consumption, consider the following strategies: set specific times to catch up on news. For example, avoid checking news immediately after waking up or before sleeping, as these moments are critical for mental relaxation. Choose reliable news outlets that offer balanced reporting rather than sensational headlines designed to cause panic. 38 And skip stories that merely add unnecessary stress.
When a story upsets you, look for ways to contribute, such as volunteering, donating, or spreading awareness. 39 Additionally, you can extend your contribution, such as inviting others to join you or tracking small impacts, to handle the distress.
40 Follow social media accounts or newsletters dedicated to sharing acts of kindness, scientific breakthroughs, or community achievements. Remind yourself that while challenges exist, countless good deeds and progress occur daily.
Remember, you don’t need to consume every piece of news to be an informed citizen. By cultivating mindful media habits and intentionally balancing information intake, you can stay informed without sacrificing emotional well-being.
A. Such state leads to measurable consequences.
B. Check news constantly to avoid missing updates.
C. These active responses help reduce feelings of helplessness.
D. Turning to positive news sources helps balance negative news.
E. Sharing inspiring news online contributes to attracting more attention. F. Focus on news that directly affects you or corresponds with your interests. G. Exposure to distressing news stories can cause anxiety and emotional exhaustion.
三、完形填空
“Mom, we need to come up with a hobby to do together on Skype,” my daughter Kristen said one day. Two years ago, Kristen had moved from Philadelphia to San Francisco. While we had video calls regularly, she longed for something more 41 .
I thought hard and said, “You know I’m terrible at 42 , but what about making pot holders ” I remembered 43 them with cotton threads over a small loom (织布机). They were simple to master, but I hoped I still had the skills.
Without hesitation, Kristen accepted the 44 . She immediately 45 weaving looms and materials for both of us online, calling our project “Patti’s Pot Holders”. And so, our weekly crafting 46 began.
We spend time 47 the instructions through the Skype video call: 48 the threads horizontally to the sides of the frame, then weaving others over and under them. It required 49 and patience. However, as our fingers grew more skilled with the rhythm of the work, a wonderful 50 occurred. We found we could work almost 51 , freeing us to have long conversations.
Our talks grew 52 . We asked each other honest questions and shared true feelings. I felt I learned more about my daughter than when she lived nearby.
Now, the colorful pot holders I’ve made so far 53 on my kitchen wall like an art display. But the real 54 was the bond we built through those shared hours across the miles. Like angels flying between Philadelphia and San Francisco, our love found a new way to 55 .
41. A. popular B. regular C. meaningful D. challenging
42. A. crafts B. pottery C. carpentry D. photography
43. A. tying B. weaving C. teaching D. abandoning
44. A. design B. concept C. demand D. proposal
45. A. rented B. collected C. ordered D. researched
46. A. sessions B. interviews C. exchanges D. arrangements
47. A. taking up B. picking up C. figuring out D. looking out
48. A. adding B. attaching C. pushing D. stretching
49. A. focus B. teamwork C. courage D. strength
50. A. shift B. pause C. rhythm D. balance
51. A. perfectly B. autonomously C. effectively D. automatically
52. A. louder B. funnier C. deeper D. shorter
53. A. lay B. rest C. hold D. hang
54. A. trust B. masterpiece C. memory D. award
55. A. fade B. emerge C. represent D. connect
四、语法填空
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。
French theater director Jean-Jacques Annaud, also known as Sommier, has made outstanding contributions to Sino-French cultural exchanges.
Recalling his first cooperation with the Chinese theater professors in 2004, he said he was impressed by the actors’ makeups, costumes and their effort 56 (pass) the acting skills to their students. One professor explained, “In China, opera is an art 57 (require) lifelong devotion and the effect of the performance largely depends on the actors’ inner strength and acting skills.”
Following Sommier’s suggestion on introducing Chinese 58 (classic) to the French audience, Beijing Vocational College of Opera and Arts (BVCOA) 59 (stage) a series of appealing and 60 (innovate) performances in 2005. The shows drew over 22,000 French students, half of 61 got involved in the workshops on Chinese opera makeups and gestures afterwards. Sommier always hopes the audience truly understand that theater is not a product to consume 62 a real cultural meeting and an approach toward what we wonder.
The year 2024 marks the 63 (sixty) anniversary (周年纪念日) of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France. Serving as a cultural bond, Sommier hopes the French and Chinese will impress each other 64 high-quality shows. His 65 (commit) to cultural exchange is positive proof of the power of arts in bringing people together and fostering global harmony.
五、书信写作
66. 假设你是明光中学的学生李华，你的英国笔友Mike在邮件中提到，他感觉中国的科技产品在全球越来越有影响力，但了解不多。请你给他写一封回信，与他分享一个你欣赏的中国品牌。
内容包括：
1. 简要介绍该品牌及其成就；
2. 阐述它带给你的启示。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 请按书信格式作答，信的开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Mike,
I am so glad to receive your email and learn about your interest in Chinese brands.

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Li Hua
六、书面表达
67. 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。
“Mom, where do you suppose they are ” my ten-year-old son Danny asked for the twentieth time as he stared out of the window at the range (牧场). “They” were our horses, Ginger, and her three-year-old son, Charcoal, both of whom had been missing for days.
Our range and woods offered plenty of grass for six horses. However, spring thunderstorms during the past ten days had forced the nearby river out of its banks. The other horses had come to the barn (畜棚) during the downpour, but not Ginger or Charcoal.
When the rain stopped, I took Spot, our dog, to do some first-hand searching. We went through trees and brush in wet lowlands near the river. All my calling and Spot’s smelling were in vain.
The next morning, the sun struggled to shine through gray clouds, but dampness filled the air. Suddenly, Danny shouted, “Mom, come quick! There’s Ginger!” The horse stood at the range gate crying impatiently and moving back and forth as if to say “Follow me”.
“Hurry, Danny,” I said, “get the pot with some oats (燕麦). I will bring a rope.” Ginger walked in front and we followed. “I see him! I see him!” Danny shouted. Charcoal was lying on his side, not moving. His right back leg was badly injured.
“Oh, Mom. How long do you think he’s been lying here with no food and nobody to care for him ” Tears formed in Danny’s blue eyes. “Probably several days, but we’ll never know. Ginger took care of him, though, protecting him from attacks from hungry wolves or other wild animals,” I said.
“What can we do now ” Danny asked anxiously. “There’s no way to drive a vehicle down here in all this mud.” “We just have to get him up and lead him out,” I said, keeping my voice confident. “Afterwards, we’ll have to call the vet (兽医) out.”
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。
With our encouragement and the attraction of oats, Charcoal struggled and managed to stand up.
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Upon arriving at the barn, Danny started creating a bed for Charcoal.
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2026-2027学年度五柳学校（原江科附中高复部）第三次英语周练试卷
参考答案
1 B 2 B 3 C 4 B 5 A 6 A 7 C 8 C 9 A 10 C
11 C 12 B 13 C 14 C 15 B 16 A 17 C 18 A 19 B 20 A
21 B 22 C 23 D 24 C 25 D 26 A 27 B 28 B 29 C 30 D
31 C 32 D 33 D 34 C 35 B 36 G 37 A 38 F 39 C 40 D
41 C 42 A 43 B 44 D 45 C 46 A 47 C 48 B 49 A 50 A
51 D 52 C 53 D 54 B 55 D
56. to pass 57. requiring 58. classics 59. staged 60. innovative
61. whom 62. but 63. sixtieth 64. with mitment
书面表达范文（书信）
Dear Mike,
I was so glad to receive your email and learn about your interest in Chinese brands. You asked me to share one that I truly admire — and Huawei immediately came to mind.
As a global leader in communication technology, Huawei is not only known for its innovative products but also for its remarkable spirit. What inspires me most is its determination. Even when facing significant challenges, Huawei never gave up on its mission. Its story has taught me that real success comes from facing difficulties with confidence and perseverance, not avoiding them.
I believe brands like Huawei are truly illuminating the world stage. I’m really curious to know what you think! Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写范文
Paragraph 1:
With our encouragement and the attraction of oats, Charcoal struggled and managed to stand up. Though his eyes were dull with pain, he was brave enough to respond to our efforts. This was surely the force of life over death! Danny, with the pot, marched up the rocky slippery path through the woods, and I steadied injured Charcoal, encouraging him to follow. The hike which was ordinarily just 30 minutes now took over two hours. Charcoal could only hop with three legs for a few yards, and then rest, while we encouraged him to continue. Finally, our barn came into sight.
Paragraph 2:
Upon arriving at the barn, Danny started creating a bed for Charcoal. I hurried to phone the vet to come as soon as possible. After cleaning Charcoal’s wounds and medicating him, the vet told us, “His injury would heal, but you’ll need to treat the leg every day for several weeks, maybe longer.” He showed Danny exactly how to apply the medicine and cover the wounds. When I was watching my son carefully tend Charcoal, a thought just naturally came to mind: Bad things may happen somewhere, but love is everywhere, not only between humans, animals, but also between humans and animals.
听力原文材料
Text1
W: Mr Peterson, the driver from the Car Service just called. Your ride to the airport is going to be late.
M:I see. Then we’d better take the subway right away. I can’t afford to miss the flight.
Text2
M: I’ll take one cup of coffee, please.
W: We have a special offer where you can get two cups for just $10, sir. That’s only $2 for the second cup.
M: No, thank you. I only need one cup.
Text3
W: Look, your room is really untidy. You should clean it up properly.
M: Alright. But I want to get some water from the kitchen first.
Text4
M: After taking the new medicine from my doctor, my voice got much clearer.
W: Have one of these sweets. I use them a lot when I teach kids. They’re really useful when you’ve been singing on stage for hours.
Text5
W: We should discuss the rent with Richard soon. All the local shops have raised their rents.
M: Let’s postpone the discussion. It’s the off-peak season for tourism, and the guides are on holiday, so business is slow.
Text6
W: Would you mind if I take John to the park this morning, Mr White
M: You’d better not take him out. He has a heavy cold. And today is cold.
W: OK. I see. But do you think you will be home earlier
M: Oh, I don’t have any appointments. Why
W: Well, you know I usually don’t mind babysitting later. But tomorrow is school day, and I have an important exam.
M: I see. I’m sure to be back before 7:00.
Text7
W: How did it go, Steven
M: We won.
W: Well done! What was the score
M: Three nothing to Happy Valley.
W: Who scored the goals
M: A new member called Geoff.
W: Did he score all three
M: Yes. He is a brilliant football player. He ran the fastest and kicked the hardest of all.
W: Why didn’t you score any goals
M: I hurt my ankle in the first half. I had to quit and watch.
Text8
W: Hey, have you tried AB Eats yet It’s been a game changer for me.
M: I’ve been using it too. Once I tap the screen, it will show great offers immediately and I can track my order in real time.
W: Exactly. I order from tons of different restaurants right on my phone, but the app keeps recommending all these guilty pleasures like fried chicken.
M: You know, the platform tailors recommendations based on your preferences. If you’re in meaty dishes, that’s what it’ll push.
W: That’s my struggle. I want to enjoy food, but I just can’t say no to those calorie bombs. Now I’m gaining weight.
M: I totally get it. Have you thought about balancing it out with some exercise, like hitting the gym or walking to the restaurant to pick up your order
W: That’s reasonable.
Text9
M: Guess what I just won a documentary competition run by a public TV network along with three other winners.
W: Wow, congratulations, what got you interested
M: You know I’ve always loved filmmaking. What really attracted me was the professional coaching they offered before the competition. It totally took my skills to the next level.
W: So you won and improved your skills at the same time, awesome.
M: And I’m so lucky to win first place. The prize is a free package trip for a month all by myself. It covers all the flights, accommodation and local travel costs.
W: Sounds fantastic, but won’t you get lonely traveling alone
M: Lonely Not a chance. I’m planning to film another documentary, but there’s so much to do in just one month, with a lot of places to visit and stories to record.
W: That does sound like a lot to handle. Where are you heading
M: I’m going to the Amazon Rainforest. I want to film the unique ecosystem and the efforts people are making to protect the environment.
W: Great. Good luck with your trip and filming.
Text10
Hello, if you are looking for something fun to do, you can consider a quick weekend trip to somewhere in your local area. Here in the American Midwest near Chicago, there are a number of scenic places and picturesque towns. And they are only a one-to-three-hour drive away. Recently, our social group visited three small towns, Shipshewana, Nappanee, and Bristol in northern Indiana. What we enjoyed most was seeing small towns with their quiet, slower-paced life. It was easy to locate a comfortable, inexpensive hotel there. We wandered the main street shopping areas and tried a variety of treats. The busy Saturday ended with snacks, drinks and conversations. We were then rewarded with a good night’s sleep in the peaceful countryside. After a brief Sunday breakfast, we started our way back home. Each of us felt refreshed after this quick overnight trip.

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