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鹰潭市第一中学
2025-2026学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷
（本试卷共11页，67小题，考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
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. What does the man want to do with his money
A. Take a holiday. B. Take a course. C. Buy a car.
2. What's the usual price of the medium classic milk tea
A. 5 yuan. B. 10 yuan. C. 20 yuan.
3. How does the woman feel
A. Tired B. Upset C. Relaxed
4. What is the man trying to tell the woman
A. Being a lawyer is a good career choice. B. Teachers can always give good advice.
C. Achieving goals takes time and patience.
5. How much does the man usually pay for telephone services per month
A. About $20. B. About $30. C. About $50.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Why does the man make a phone call
A. To cancel a scheduled flight. B. To book his flight in advance.
C. To confirm his flight information again.
7. When is the best time for the man to check in
A. At 10:40 am. B. At 11:00 pm. C. At 2:00 pm.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Weather changes. B. Natural disasters. C. Travel plans.
9. What is the man's suggestion
A. Avoiding outdoor activities. B. Wearing thick clothes.
C. Planning ahead for emergencies.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. Why does the man speak Chinese well
A. He has been working in China. B. He often watches Chinese movies.
C. He chats with Chinese friends online.
11. Which of the following does the man sound more interested in
A. War films. B. Comedies. C. Action films.
12. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Practice Chinese. B. See the film herself. C. Read movie reviews.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13. Why does Tom want to stop
A. He feels tired. B. He has nothing to eat. C. He doesn't find the place beautiful.
14. How does the woman react to Tom's words
A. She gets very angry. B. She does nothing and leaves. C. She explains to him patiently.
15. What will Tom do
A. Buy some water. B. Go on to climb. C. Attend a race.
16. How does Tom probably feel at the end of the conversation
A. Inspired. B. Surprised. C. Proud.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Who might the audience be
A. Residents of a neighbourhood. B. Teachers of a kindergarten. C. Tourists to a park.
18. What has been newly built
A. A small park. B. A playground. C. A glasshouse.
19. What do we know about the playground
A. It closes in winter. B. It is limited to older children. C. It costs nothing to get in there.
20. How many days are the glasshouses open a week now
A. Three. B. Four. C. Seven.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。
A
2025 New York Art Fairs Guide
Welcome to the New York Art Fairs Guide 2025! This guide is designed to help you plan your visits year-round. Featuring a selection of notable art fairs across New York City, each fair offers unique experiences and opportunities for art enthusiasts.
Superfine NYC 2025
From April 24-30, Superfine NYC mainly seeks to break down barriers in the art world through transparent pricing, affordable pieces, and an inviting atmosphere that welcomes newcomers to contemporary art. Although its exact location in New York City is yet to be determined, Superfine NYC showcases artists from around the globe, offering a unique platform for buying and selling art.
The Photography Show presented by AIPAD
Held at Park Avenue Armory from April 23-27, The Photography Show is one of the most anticipated annual events dedicated to fine art photography. Featuring galleries from across the U.S. and internationally — all members of the prestigious Association of International Photography Art Dealers (AIPAD) — this 42nd edition highlights museum-quality works ranging from cutting-edge contemporary to exemplary 19th-century photographs.
It's a must-visit for photography enthusiasts and collectors alike.
TEFAF New York
Scheduled for May 8-12 at the same venue as The Photography Show, TEFAF New York features about 100 dealers from various countries. It offers a wide range of artworks across styles, eras, and cultures, displayed in the Armory's historic rooms. This ninth edition provides unique experiences for art lovers to engage with art creatively.
Independent
Concluding our list is Independent, held from May 9-11 at Spring Studios. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, Independent distinguishes itself from standard commercial fairs by emphasizing exploration and context. This globally recognized platform is tailored for collectors and institutions, aiming to inspire meaningful encounters for a well-informed audience passionate about contemporary art. Highlights include a new program of talks and film screenings.
21. Which art fair takes the shortest time
A. Superfine NYC 2025. B. The Photography Show.
C. TEFAF New York. D. Independent.
22. What is the primary goal of Superfine NYC
A. To create a platform for buying and selling art.
B. To make contemporary art more available.
C. To invite famous artists to contemporary art.
D. To organize the largest art fair in New York.
23. What do The Photography Show and TEFAF New York have in common
A. Both focus on contemporary art. B. Both are organized by AIPAD.
C. Both are held at Park Avenue Armory. D. Both are designed for collectors only.
B
For the past two months, I've spent weekday evenings and weekends tidying the old book section at Portland City Library. As an office worker, I sought meaningful after-work tasks — and the library's volunteer call for organizing messy back shelves felt perfect. In the section, I found old novels mixed with history books, yellowed-page books stuffed behind new releases, and some with loose spines（书脊）that could fall apart if handled carelessly. I aimed to arrange these books into different groups, and fix minor damages gently, so readers could find them easily. So far, I've gone through over 150 books, most needing just a little care to be usable.
Some evenings after 6 pm work, I'd head to the library and often find boxes of poetry collections I'd spotted overlooked under the tables. Mildew（霉点）spotted some books' covers, so I learned from the librarian to wipe them with a soft cloth without damaging the pages. Some people who frequently came to read always asked me if we could keep worn books, such as a 1980s edition of *To Kill a Mockingbird*. Choosing between a slightly damaged *The Old Man and the Sea* and an outdated 1990s travel guide was tough — each book felt like it held its own story.
I've loved old books since childhood — running my fingers over pages feels like connecting with past readers, and head librarian Ms. Lopez said, "Emily, you handle things with such attention to detail — that's exactly what these books need." Her trust encouraged me to try as hard as I could in this volunteering work.
Very often, I feel worn out — like staying up late on Fridays to fix a book's loose spine, then waking early for work the next day. Last week, an elderly man came in looking for a 1970s travel book he'd read as a teen, and I'd just sorted it onto the "Classic Travel" shelf. His wide smile made all those tiring nights disappear. I'm not perfect at this work, but I keep going — for the books, and the readers waiting to find them.
24. What was one of Emily's after-work jobs in the library
A. Sorting old books by type. B. Recycling classic books.
C. Organizing new releases by author. D. Registering damaged books.
25. What can be inferred about the author from paragraph 2
A. She has a preference for novels. B. She's familiar with some readers.
C. She's interested in writing poetry. D. She does well in repairing book spines.
26. How does Ms. Lopez find the author
A. She's careful. B. She's humorous. C. She's knowledgeable. D. She's demanding.
27. Why was the elderly man mentioned in the last paragraph
A. To praise his reading habit.
B. To show continuous tiredness.
C. To describe a difficult learner.
D. To prove the significance of the author's work.
C
China is at the forefront of a transportation revolution with the rapid expansion of its robotaxi services, particularly Baidu's Apollo Go. Since its appearance in Wuhan in 2022, Apollo Go has spread to 11 Chinese cities, completing an impressive 6 million rides. Despite the requirement for passengers to find designed pick-up and drop-off locations, the service has become a hit, largely due to its affordability, thanks to the generosity of Baidu, which currently covers around 60% of the cost of a ride.
Apollo Go currently boasts over 400 driverless cars in Wuhan, with ambitions to expand to 1,000 by the end of 2024. Most of the cars in Wuhan possess "Level Four" autonomy, allowing them to operate without human intervention in most driving scenarios, although they may struggle in complex environments like parking garages. As technology advances and costs decrease, Baidu anticipates that its robotaxis will become financially self-sustaining by the end of the year, with profits expected in 2025. This is a significant development in the taxi industry.
However, the rise of robotaxis has not been welcomed by all. Wuhan's taxi drivers are fearing their roles will be replaced by technology. It is unclear how China's government will deal with their worries. Local officials are actively competing to attract businesses, with Beijing recently drafting new guidelines to regulate autonomous driving, aiming to make the industry more transparent and predictable.
In contrast, the development of robotaxis in the West has faced setbacks. General Motors had to suspend operations at Cruise after an incident in San Francisco, and Tesla has delayed the launch of its robotaxi service. If Tesla is allowed to test its service in China, it may further worsen the concerns of Chinese taxi drivers.
28. What makes Apollo Go popular among riders
A. Its extremely good service. B. Its relatively cheap service.
C. Its completely automatical control. D. Unnecessary reservation in advance.
29. What is Baidu's financial strategy for its robotaxi service
A. To count on official helps. B. To charge high fares initially.
C. To cover a major part of the cost. D. To avoid financial involvement.
30. What can be inferred about the future of robotaxis in China
A. They will be limited to developed cities.
B. They are expected to become profitable.
C. They will face significant regulatory difficulties.
D. They are likely to be replaced by other vehicles.
31. Why does the author mention General Motors and Tesla
A. To make a comparison between them. B. To introduce competitors of Apollo Go.
C. To present global situations of robotaxis. D. To explain reasons for the unemployment.
D
Dog owners often believe that their pets understand commands such as "sit" and "stay", and even associate words with their favorite objects. "Bring me your ball" will often result in exactly that.
But science has had trouble determining whether dogs and other animals truly create a mental image in their minds upon hearing the name of an object, a relationship with language called referential understanding, which would suggest a deeper understanding of language, like the kind that humans have.
A recent study conducted in Hungary, appearing in *Current Biology*, explores this issue. It involved 18 dogs and employed a non-invasive EEG procedure to measure their brain activity. Researchers played audio clips of their owners saying the names of objects, such as "ball" or "frisbee", and then showed the dogs either the corresponding object or a different one to see if dogs would show a distinct brain response when the object matched the word compared to when it did not.
Boros, a co-lead writer of the study, said "A different brain pattern appeared when the dogs were shown an object that matched the word compared to when it did not, indicating that they might create a mental image of the object upon hearing its name. That was previously unproven."
Lilla Magyari, another co-lead writer, noted that while other animals have shown some level of referential understanding, they often require extensive training. In contrast, the study suggests that in dogs, such abilities appear to be inborn and require no special training or talent. This finding supports that referential understanding is not necessarily unique to humans.
Despite the study's promising results, some experts are skeptical. Clive Wynne from Arizona State University argued on Facebook that the study only demonstrates dogs' responses to stimuli (刺激物), rather than an understanding of specific words. He doubts whether dogs grasp the exact meaning of words.
Scientists believe the first dogs began to be kept by humans up to 30,000 years ago. The animals have lived closely alongside us ever since. However, whether this long history of cohabitation contributed to their ability to understand referential language remains an open question.
32. What does "referential understanding" refer to
A. Associating words with emotions. B. Responding actively to commands.
C. Forming mental images of objects. D. Learning objects through training.
33. How did researchers test dogs' brain responses
A. By using different audio tones. B. By adjusting shapes of objects.
C. By matching objects with words. D. By comparing different objects.
34. Which does Clive Wynne agree with about the study
A. It overestimates dogs' cognitive abilities.
B. It is widely accepted by the scientific field.
C. It proves dogs know specific words very well.
D. It provides a new insight about dogs' evolution.
35. What's the text mainly about
A. What dog owners' belief about their pets is.
B. What dogs' response to the different objects is.
C. Whether we can train dogs to follow commands.
D. Whether referential understanding exists in Dogs.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
It's time to become a "yes person", not the person who shamefully agrees with everything others say, but the one who is open to new opportunities and ready to change their life for the better. How can we become such a "yes person"
Say "yes" to little things
Saying "yes" to a big financial investment or moving to another city can be scary. You can overcome this fear by saying "yes" to little things. For example, when a colleague asks you to join them for lunch, say "yes". When a friend invites you to a new hobby class, don't hesitate. 36 .
Say "yes" to changes
37 . Life is full of unexpected turns, though. Being able to accept new situations is a valuable skill. By saying “yes” to changes, you train yourself to be more comfortable with uncertainty. You learn to trust that you can handle whatever comes your way, whether it's a new project at work or a sudden invitation to a social event.Say “yes” to self-reflection
Regular self-reflection is crucial for personal growth. 38 . Reflecting helps you understand your personal strengths and areas for improvement, guiding your decisions and actions. It fosters a deeper awareness of what truly matters to you, making it easier to say “yes” to opportunities that align with your values and aspirations. 39
Combined efforts open up new avenues for creativity and innovation. Say “yes” to group projects, joint ventures, or community initiatives. Working with others allows you to pool resources, share ideas, and learn from different perspectives. 40 . Each collective effort enhances your ability to work effectively with others, preparing you for more significant opportunities in the future.
A. Say “yes” to creativity
B. Say “yes” to teamwork
C. It can lead to breakthroughs that might not be possible alone
D. Set aside time to evaluate your experiences, goals, and progress
E. These small commitments are a step towards bigger opportunities
F. You might have become comfortable with what your life has become
G. Whether it's traveling alone or trying a new sport, it can be transformative
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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Rehan Staton, a 24-year-old former cleaner, was admitted into Harvard Law School. Staton was raised by a single father who worked hard to 41 him and his brother. Growing up was tough and he used to 42 in school. One teacher even suggested he 43 to a special education class. But under the 44 of a tutor, he ended up making the 45 roll.
In high school, he used to be an athlete, 46 on martial arts and boxing. However, an injury ruined the 47 of him turning professional in sports, and he got 48 by every college he had applied to. Instead of pursuing higher education, Staton started working at Bates Trucking & Trash Removal to support his family. There, his co-workers 49 his spirits. Motivated by them, he 50 in Bowie State University in 2014, and in 2016, he 51 to the University of Maryland. Then, he took the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and applied to nine schools.
When reading the law school 52 emails, Staton and his friends were in shock and excitement. 53 , Staton chose to attend Harvard Law School — and he'll never forget all the 54 people who helped him get there.
“Throughout this time, people kind of ask me, ‘How did you do it ’ It's more so how could I not do it when everyone is breaking their 55 for me, and pushing for me to win,” he said.
41.A. stand by B. object to C. provide for D. call on
42.A. entertain B. compete C. mature D. struggle
43.A. listen B. switch C. yield D. refer
44.A. burden B. control C. protection D. guidance
45.A. honor B. pay C. class D. guest
46.A. deciding B. taking C. focusing D. depending
47.A. luck B. interest C. fantasy D. chance
48.A. denied B. limited C. marked D. rated
49.A. woke B. lifted C. brought D. kept
50.A. enrolled B. settled C. trusted D. lectured
51.A. stuck B. attended C. transferred D. belonged
52.A. charity B. acceptance C. promotion D. inquiry
53.A. Gradually B. Incredibly C. Eventually D. Literally
54.A. optimistic B. supportive C. thoughtful D. pleasant
55.A. backs B. legs C. words D. routines
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。
The Chinese performing arts industry is looking forward to bringing more quality work to the world, experts said.
“Since 1978, we 56 (export) art forms such as Peking Opera, folk music and dance. Now I believe it's time to let foreigners experience the 57 (beautiful) of the Chinese language — theater, for example — even if it's through subtitles (字幕),” says Tian Qinxin, president of the National Theatre of China.
“Chinese theater, deeply 58 (root) in China's poetry tradition, is known for its romantic structures, mixture of multifaceted spaces, and elegant rhetoric (修辞). We have great stories to be appreciated by foreigners,” Tian says. She adds that international audiences can 59 (easy) enjoy foreign language performances through subtitles, and that Chinese theater production teams should not view language 60 a barrier.
A theater director 61 (she), Tian's recent musical drama, The Summoning of Dunhuang, was inspired by the life of Chang Shuhong (1904 — 1994), the founding director of the Dunhuang Academy, 62 devoted his career to protecting and promoting the art of the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, Gansu province. Tian is calling for more government support in building 63 long-term cooperative mechanism for international art exchanges and 64 (improve) the training of young artists. She hopes the drama, which integrates artificial intelligence and auto-stereoscopic (自动立体) technologies, will be 65 (access) to an international audience.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66. 目前，很多同学周末双休期间时间安排很不合理。假如你校英文报正在针对该现状进行以“Manage Our weekends, Build Our Future”为主题的征文活动，请以此为标题写一份英文征文投稿，内容包括：
1. 现状：很多同学周末过度沉迷游戏、拖延作业等；
2. 你的建议：规划时间、平衡学习与休息等。
注意：词数80左右(标题已为你写出，不计入总词数)。
Manage Our weekends, Build Our Future
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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。
Jane was a sweet farm girl, brought up by her late grandmother. Her family managed a stretch of cornfield. The cornfield lay south of a stream, which was in turn south of vast woods. When she was little, her days were mostly spent running and exploring on the cornfield where her parents worked.
Jane had always loved nature, as her grandmother would take her on engaging walks through the cornfield and sometimes into the woods. Together, they would marvel at how ants worked together to carry leaves many times their size or how spiders wove perfect webs for food. “There's so much wisdom in the world around us,” her grandmother would say, “All you have to do is look carefully and listen intently.”
She also got inspiration from her science lessons. Her teacher introduced a fascinating topic: beavers. Jane listened attentively and learned how these industrious animals build natural dams. She marveled at how these amazing creatures build such a steady architecture (dam) simply with branches, stones and mud by the riverbank. She was also surprised to know that they make an overflow channel to let extra water flow into a low, grassy area. “Beavers are such wise engineers. They don't just block water with their dams, but they also redirect it.” the teacher vividly illustrated. Jane was totally captivated. It reminded her of Grandma's lessons on the cornfield.
Rainy seasons came, and the air thick with the promise of storm. Staring out of the window, Dad sighed, and worriedly said: “When the stream overflows, the cornfield will be flooded.” Mom held his hand tightly. “We'll just have to hope the damage is not too severe,” she sighed quietly, “if only there's a way…”
Silence filled with the room. Jane was filled with worry. Her thoughts lingered on the cornfield that held the cherished memories of countless walks with Grandma, though she was not with her any more. Jane felt an overwhelming need to protect this special place from the upcoming storm.
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Thinking of grandma's words, Jane spoke up: “I have an idea!”
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It having rained for several days, the water level rose.
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高三上学期期中考试英语答案
听力 1-10 C C B C C C B A C B
听力 11-20 A B A C B A A B C B
阅读 21-30 D B C A B A D B C B
七选五 31-40 C C C A D E F D B C
完形填空 41-50 C D B D A C D A B A
完形填空 51-55 C B C B A
语法填空
56. have exported
57. beauty
58. rooted
59. easily
60. as
61. herself
62. who
63. a
64. improving
65. accessible
写作第一节
66. One possible version:
Manage Our weekends,Build Our Future
As is widely seen,nowadays, many of us students fail to manage our weekends properly. Playing video games has become a widespread addiction; many get up nearly at noon, not doing homework until the last hour, leading to a tiring start of a new week.
There must be a change to this. Not only should we make a short plan on Friday nights, dividing time between study and rest, but we should also balance learning with our healthy hobbies. Let’s just tear ourselves away from video games. Meanwhile, helping with housework to learn life skills can’t be more beneficial.
Weekends are precious for self-improvement. Let’s start managing them well now to build a better future!
写作第二节
67. One possible version:
Thinking of grandma's words, Jane spoke up:“I have an idea!” “We could learn from the beavers! To redirect the water with a dam.” She announced to her parents with light of inspiration shimmering in her eyes. Hearing out Jane’s plan, the family set out for the cornfield with some gloves, buckets, shovels and a cart. No sooner had they arrived at the stream bank, they sprang to work, gathering branches and stones to build a structure before gluing them steady with mud. Then, with the shovels, they together dug a narrow channel to guide the rushing water away from the cornfield, directing it towards the vast woods. Tough though the work was, the family worked tirelessly. With all the preparation work done, they hoped for the best. Before long, a rainstorm arrived.
It having rained for several days, the water level rose. Standing at the window with a worried heart, Jane checked the cornfield from time to time. Overlooking at the hush field, she broke out a proud smile — the cornfield remained untouched and flourishing, a vivid sea of green stretching peacefully. Her parents joined her at the window, eyes widening in disbelief and gratitude as they realized their precious cornfield had been spared. “Jane, your idea worked!” Mom exclaimed, pulling her into a tight hug. Dad, usually reserved, gave her a proud, hearty pat on the back, as he uttered in an approving voice: “We all learned a lot from those beavers.” It dawned on her that this experience had deepened her love for nature, igniting in her a passion to learn its secrets and share its wisdom.
听力材料
1.
【原文】W: Look at this picture. I must visit this island. It’s so beautiful. I’m going to take a holiday there.
M: I was saving for a holiday, but now I have decided to get myself a car instead.
W: I prefer experiences that teach me something.
2.
【原文】W: Hello, I’d like one medium classic milk tea.
M: OK. That would be 10 yuan.
W: Ten Only half of the usual price
M: Yes, we have a sales promotion today.
3.
【原文】W: What a day. Everything seems to be going wrong.
M: Just take it easy, Mary. You’re killing yourself with such hard work.
4.
【原文】M: My teachers used to tell me, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Remember this saying while you’re making the effort to create a better future. Your mother and I did the same on our slow path toward becoming lawyers.
W: You’re right, Dad. Thanks.
5.
【原文】W: John, how much do you pay for electricity and telephone services
M: My electricity bill is about 30 dollars a month, and my telephone bill is usually 20 dollars more than electricity bill.
6-7
【原文】M: Excuse me, I like to reconfirm my flight please.
W: OK. Please show me your name and flight number.
M: My name is Lorry Smith and flight number is 327.
W: Hold the line, please…. All right. Your seat is confirmed, Mr. Smith. You’ll leave at 11:40 a.m. on June 15th, and arrive in Amsterdam at 1:00 p.m. You’d better check in at least one hour before departure time. And we will stop checking in half an hour before departure time.
M: Thank you for reminding me.
8-9
【原文】W: Hey, Frank. Have you noticed the strange weather lately
M: Yes, it’s been very odd. Yesterday’s sudden drop in temperature surprised me.
W: Me too. I went for a picnic yesterday and wore something light. I nearly froze to death.
M: These strange weather events seem to happen more often now.
W: Yes. A study says that the cold air from the north will affect us more than before. We need to check the forecast before going out.
M: Definitely. We should also consider how to prepare our homes for these changes, like improving the condition of the house and having emergency kits ready.
10-12
【原文】W: Thomas, your Chinese is so good.
M: Thanks. Everyone in my company can speak Chinese.
W: Why Your company does business with Chinese firms
M: No, you might not believe this. We love Chinese films. My colleagues and I watch a Chinese film every week. We check the newly released movie online. And then we look at the reviews about it. Finally we decide whether to see it or not.
W: Good. I haven’t seen any Chinese films. Can you recommend one
M: Of course. What kind of films are you interested in Comedies, action movies or war films Chinese war films are quite excellent.
W: Which movie impressed you the most
M: That must be The Battle at Lake Changjin.
W: I heard of it before. What is the main plot of the movie
M: Well, if you want to know it, see it yourself.
13-16
【原文】M: I’m so tired, Mom. I want to stop.
W: Come on, let’s keep going a bit more.
M: I can’t! It’s too tiring, and I’m thirsty. I just want to go home.
W: Listen, my dear. Achieving something great requires effort. If you don’t push through, you’ll miss out on what could be. You won’t get to see the beautiful views from the mountain top unless you make it there.
M: Is it really still possible
W: Yes. Remember how excited you were just a little while ago You were climbing so eagerly. It’s normal to feel tired, but imagine the sense of achievement when you finish. Let’s not give up now when success is just ahead.
M: It just feels really hard.
W: Tom, life is full of challenges. This experience is going to be valuable for you. Think of this as a race. You won’t reach the finish line if you stop now.
M: I understand, Mom. I’ll keep going and reach the top.
17-20
【原文】M: Now let me tell you a bit more about some of the changes to Croft Valley Park. One of our most exciting developments has been the playground. We were aware that we had nowhere for children to have fun, and decided to use our available funds to set up a facility in a large space to the north of the park. It’s open year-round, though it closes early in the winter months, and entrance is completely free. Children can choose whatever activities they want to do, regardless of their age, but we do ask adults not to leave them on their own there. Lastly, the glasshouses. A huge amount of work has been done on them to repair the damage following the glasshouse disastrous fire that recently destroyed their western side. At present the glasshouses are open from 10 am to 3 pm Mondays to Thursdays, and it’s hoped to extend this to the weekend soon. We’re grateful to all those who helped us by contributing their time and money to this achievement.

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