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长葛市第一高级中学
2026—2027学年上学期第四周周考
高三英语试题
一、听力部分（30分）
1. What are the speakers going to do
A. Go shopping. B. Do a city walk. C. Visit a friend.
2. Where will Mark work today
A. In the office. B. In a cafe. C. At home.
3. How much will the woman pay
A. $4.50. B. $5.00. C. $5.50.
4. What does the man advise the woman to do
A. Get some sleep. B. Read paper books. C. Try audiobooks.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Moving house. B. Buying boxes. C. Selling furniture.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. What makes Sam quit his full-time job
A. The high risk. B. A new offer. C. Extreme tiredness.
7. What is the woman’s concern about Sam’s decision
A. Time management. B. Unsteady income. C. Physical health.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What does the teacher expect the painting to be
A. Colorful. B. Simple. C. Meaningful.
9. What does the man decide to paint for his project
A. An oak tree. B. A stone sculpture. C. A teaching building.
10. What will the speakers do this afternoon
A. Visit the exhibition. B. Write a journal. C. Explore the playground.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Classmates. B. Neighbours C. Colleagues.
12. Why are tea and cakes sold at the event
A. To make profits. B. To attract visitors. C. To do charity.
13. When will the woman pick up Henry this Saturday
A. At 1:30 p.m. B. At 2:00 p.m. C. At 2:30 p.m.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What are the speakers doing
A. Having an interview. B. Doing scientific research. C. Designing a vertical farm.
15. According to Dr.Smith, what is the biggest advantage of vertical farms
A. Water conservation. B. Year-round production. C. High land-use efficiency.
16. Which crops can fit into present vertical farms
A. Strawberries. B. Wheat. C. Rice.
17. What is Dr.Smith's attitude towards the future of vertical farms
A. Unclear. B. Hopeful. C. Doubtful.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. What is the Henley Royal Regatta
A. A boat race. B. A trade fair. C. A culture show.
19. When does the Henley Royal Regatta take place
A. In April. B. In June. C. In July.
20. What is specially forbidden in the VIP section
A. Wearing hats. B. Making calls. C. Bringing pets.
二、阅读理解（50分）
A
Whether you’re longing for well-being, meditation or a new outlook on life, these are the best British holiday retreats for immersing yourself and refreshing your soul. Put less pressure on yourself and invest in a little me-time.
Eco Yoga Argyll, Scotland
Anyone wishing to holiday without the carbon footprint should seriously consider retreating to Eco Yoga in the dazzling Scottish countryside. You’ll be interested from the start with numerous yoga choices, receiving guidance on everything from Ashtanga to Yin and Hatha Yoga
FitAgain, Dorset
Located in picturesque West Dorset, FitAgain is run by a wife and husband duo（搭档）who now focus on nutrition, adventure-filled exercise and motivational speaking to keep their guests’ minds and bodies alert. “We truly care about the people who come to us so we give them as much help as we can after the retreat. We want to continue their goals when they’re back in their normal busy day-to-day lives, using ongoing three-month support through our FitAgain app,” they said.
Wild & Free, Cornwall
This women-only retreat aims to reconnect you with the earth while you navigate the waves and calm your mind through yoga, all within the stunning scenery of Cornwall’s coastline. It focuses on “re-wilding” yourself. For a female adventurer who needs a short holiday from her lively career and home life, this trip is a love letter to yourself. It’s a chance to breathe without interruption, explore new activities without judgement, and wholly focus on oneself before returning to daily life.
Arvon Writers’ Retreat, Shropshire
Every writer fears the sensation of longing to write, but sitting down to do just that and simply losing inspiration. And, as frustrating as this may be, it’s not always the fault of the writer — what’s really needed is a little encouragement and relaxation. Simplicity is the key with this retreat. Delicious meals are provided and are enjoyed with other writers, luxurious yet understated bedrooms will inspire rather than distract and the workshop and library will give you pockets of inventive vision every time you venture in.
21. Which one is environmentally friendly among the four retreats
A. Eco Yoga Argyll. B. FitAgain.
C. Wild & Free, Cornwall. D. Arvon Writers’ Retreat.
22. Who may prefer Arvon Writers’ Retreat most
A. A director. B. A photographer. C. A novelist. D. An engineer.
23. What do the four listed retreats have in common
A. They are all in British. B. They all offer post-service.
C. They are all couple-friendly. D. They all provide library time.
B
Among etymologists (词源学家), Allen Walker Read was known as the man who discovered the origin of the term“OK”.
His quest began in 1941. He found that “OK” stood for “Old Kinderhook”, a reference to President Martin Van Buren, a native of Kinderhook, N.Y., who ran unsuccessfully for reelection in 1840. Read discovered that Democrats who supported Van Buren called themselves the “Democratic O. K. Club”. Later, a writer supporting Van Buren asked, “Will you not say O. K. Go ahead!” This, Read wrote in 1941, was the origin of the word that later became common in almost every language and throughout the world.
Years later, Read found an even earlier source — a Boston newspaper in 1838 that playfully used initials for such phrases as G. T. K. K. B. , W. P. (one kind kiss before we part).
In this vernacular (通用用语), O. K. stood for “all correct”, spelled just for fun as “oll correct”. “Old Kinderhook” and “oll correct” have long been the first accepted sources for the word.
Read taught English at Columbia University for 29 years and was a consultant on many dictionaries. However, he did not believe that dictionaries should be the final authorities of the correct usage of words and phrases. “The great danger in the use of dictionaries is that they may come to be thought of as strict limits that prevent the free enjoyment of the mother tongue,” he wrote. “Standards are a personal matter. Anyone who tries to defend ‘the treasure of our tongue’ should recognize that a valuable part of the treasure is the informal element, localisms, and slang.”
Extending this theory, Read believed that everything changed all the time. He developed a strong aversion to what he called “absolutisms”, such as “perfect”, “correct”, “pure”, or “total”. For instance, Read noted that the Rockies were once called the Northern Andes, and that other names like Stony, Shining, and Enchanted were all perfectly good names. Take the word “liberal” as another example. Read said that President Reagan turned this very good word into something “dreadful”.
Throughout his life, Read devoted himself to a kind of linguistic detective work on the origins of American speech. He was widely respected and dealt with all manner of questions about words in an engaging scholarly spirit.
24. What did Read’s research reveal about “OK”
A. It came from a Native American language. B. It was created for a political campaign.
C. It had two independent historical origins. D. It developed from an accidental misspelling.
25. What did Read think of dictionaries
A. They should be revised frequently.
B. They are important in language learning.
C. They are the best guide for word usage.
D. They might restrict the natural use of languages.
26. What does the underlined word “aversion” in paragraph 5 probably mean
A. Favor. B. Doubt. C. Pride. D. Dislike.
27. Why does the author write the text
A. To explain the history of“OK”. B. To introduce the man behind“OK”.
C. To show etymological research methods. D. To present a language learning experience.
C
A few years ago, we celebrated Frankenstein’s 200th birthday. This famous book, written by British novelist Mary Shelley, is rightly known as the first work of science fiction. Frankenstein is the name of a doctor who creates a creature from human body parts. The doctor’s ambitions for his work are noble, but his experiment has disastrous results.
Shelley was writing in an age when science was beginning to have a great impact on the world. People had different attitudes toward science back then. Some found it inspiring — they thought of the progress medicine was making in curing common illnesses. But others found it a little frightening — it was changing the world, making it a lot less familiar.
Science plays a bigger part in our lives than it did two centuries ago. Today, science has brought us not only great things like the Internet, but also nuclear weapons, which, if used in large numbers, could kill off our species. Science still therefore creates the mixed feelings it did in Shelley’s day. It’s because Shelley saw both the promise and the danger of science that she’s still an influence today.
In fact, the subtitle of the book, The Modern Prometheus (普罗米修斯), shows how important myth (神话) was to the writer. Prometheus, a figure from classical Greek mythology, written by ancient Greek playwright Sophocles, steals fire from the gods and gives it to people, an act for which he is terribly punished. Shelley’s husband, the famous poet Percy Shelley, wrote about him in Prometheus Unbound. In the poem, he is a revolutionary hero, who triumphs over the gods. In Mary Shelley’s book, however, her modern Prometheus, Dr. Frankenstein, is a highly controversial figure, who sacrifices his home and life for his crazy addiction to his creation.
In short, Mary Shelley’s book is not just a scary and moving story, but a philosophical tale that, even after 200 years, still speaks to modern readers.
28. What can we know about Dr. Frankenstein and the creature he made
A. He created it with animal parts.
B. He managed to kill it in the end.
C. He created it with good intentions.
D. He was aware of its dangers before its creation.
29. Why do today’s readers still relate to Mary Shelley
A. Her work discusses what it means to be human.
B. Her work warns people of the two sides of science.
C. Her work explains that any life deserves our respect.
D. Her work proves the important role of science in life.
30. How does Dr. Frankenstein differ from Prometheus in Greek mythology
A. Dr. Frankenstein is a revolutionary hero.
B. Dr. Frankenstein has inspired many poets.
C. Dr. Frankenstein causes some disagreement.
D. Dr. Frankenstein suffers little for what he does.
31. What is the passage
A. A book review. B. A news report. C. A short story. D. A biography.
D
We expect our doctors to be demi gods — faultless, tireless, always right. But they are only human. Increasingly, they are stretched thin, working long hours, under enormous pressure, and often with limited resources. Of course, better conditions would help, including more staff and improved systems. But even in the best funded clinics with the most committed professionals, standards can still fall short. Despite years of training, human brains are not optimally equipped for the pace, pressure, and complexity of modern healthcare.
Given that patient care is medicine’s core purpose, the question is who, or what, is best placed to deliver it AI may still raise doubts, but research increasingly shows how it could help fix some of the most persistent problems and overlooked failures — from misdiagnosis and error to unequal access to care.
Modern medicine prides itself on being scientific, yet doctors don’t always practise what the evidence recommends. Studies show that evidence-based treatments are offered only about half the time to adults in the US. Doctors can also disagree about diagnoses. In a study of more than 12,000 radiology images, reviewers offering second opinions disagreed with the original assessment in about one in three cases. As alarming as this is, there are understandable reasons for these failures — and viewed from another angle, it’s remarkable that doctors get it right as often as they do.
Medical knowledge also moves faster than doctors can keep up. By graduation, half of what medical students learn is already outdated. It takes an average of 17 years for research to reach clinical practice, and with a new biomedical article published every 39 seconds, even skimming the abstracts would take about 22 hours a day. There are more than 7,000 rare diseases, with 250 more identified each year.
In contrast, AI processes vast amounts of medical data at lightning speed, 24/7. Where doctors vary in unwanted ways, AI is consistent. AI’s superpower is spotting patterns humans miss, and these tools are surprisingly good at recognising rare diseases. Patients are increasingly recognising these benefits. Then there’s the problem of access. Those most in need — the sickest, poorest and most marginalised in society — are the ones most likely to be left behind. American Time Use Survey data shows patients sacrifice two hours for a 20-minute doctor’s visit.
This will only work for those who can use it, of course. Internet access is improving globally, but there are still serious gaps: 2.5 billion people remain offline.
32. Why does the author begin by describing doctors as “demi gods”
A. To stress the unrealistic expectations people have of doctors.
B. To show that doctors are usually trained to be perfect.
C. To criticize medical schools for poor training.
D. To highlight doctors’ higher social status.
33. What problem does the author highlight with current medical practice
A. Most doctors do not believe in scientific methods.
B. Doctors usually misinterpret biomedical research articles.
C. Doctors often fail to apply evidence-based treatments consistently.
D. Medical students are unwilling to learn updated medical knowledge.
34. What can be inferred about AI’s role in healthcare
A. AI is especially useful for detecting common diseases.
B. AI could completely replace doctors in medical services.
C. AI has already solved the problem of global internet access.
D. AI may reduce inconsistency in diagnosis and improve access.
35. What is the author most likely to discuss in the following paragraph
A. The history of artificial intelligence in medicine.
B. More examples of patients rejecting AI technology.
C. Evidence that AI is less accurate than human doctors.
D. Solutions to the digital divide that limits AI healthcare.
第二节 ：七选五
Why Asking for Help Isn’t as Hard as You Think
Asking for help can feel surprisingly difficult. Many people worry that doing so will make them appear weak, incompetent, or burdensome. Some fear rejection or the embarrassment of being denied, while others worry about inconveniencing others. 36
The truth is, most people misunderstand what asking for help truly involves. When we are in need, we focus on what our own worries and fail to notice how willing others really are to assist us. 37 In fact, humans are deeply prosocial: helping others comes naturally and often makes people feel happier. Even seeking advice can enhance how competent the help-seeker appears.
Asking for help is important because most support only happens after a request is made. People want to help, but they cannot respond if they do not know someone is struggling or what kind of help is actually needed. 38 It also fosters kindness, strengthens social connections, and builds emotional closeness.
Many factors can influence how difficult it may feel to ask for help. In everyday situations, showing up and asking is often enough. In some more complex cases, requests are most effective when they are Specific, Meaningful, Action-oriented, Realistic, and Time-bound (SMART), which clarifies needs and encourages helpers. 39 Mental health challenges can make it hard to articulate needs, and it is perfectly fine to seek guidance from professionals — they are there to support you.
40 Despite the fact that many societies emphasize independence, encouraging interdependence — through collective care and safe spaces for sharing struggles — can make it easier to reach out. By understanding both cultural and psychological context, we can turn asking for help into an opportunity for meaningful connection that benefits both the seeker and the helper. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it is an invitation to build trust and strengthen relationships.
A. Of course, not all requests have to be that specific.
B. Cultural norms also shape how comfortable we feel asking for help.
C. Thus, SMART requests for help may feel easier to express than others.
D. Making a clear request removes uncertainty and encourages others to act.
E. These concerns, though common, often prevent people from seeking timely support.
F. Cultural values sometimes create barriers that discourage people from seeking support.
G. Research shows help-seekers consistently underestimate how much others want to help.
三、完形填空（15分）
It isn’t surprising that most people associate fires with death and destruction. But for Jeremy Bailey, a fire manager at the Nature Conservancy, fire is a natural process that 41 the landscape, much like rain. “When I think about fire, it always brings me a pleasant feeling,” he says.
He is the first 42 on Life with Fire, a podcast hosted by former wildland firefighter Monthei. After an introductory show, each 43 features an interview with an expert that sets out to show that shocking news accounts of wildfires don’t tell the whole story.
“Wildfire is a subtle subject that shouldn’t be 44 to the same talking points every summer and then forgotten about every winter,” says Monthei.
The effect of climate change on wildfires is a big talking point on the show because it creates more 45 conditions for fire and lengthens fire seasons. However, a few guests suggest that climate change isn’t the only 46 .
In an absorbing discussion about the historic firestorm that hit northern California in September, Nick at the National Interagency Fire Center talks about the factors that had to 47 for such unheard-of fires to occur. 48 the absence of summer monsoons（季风）and presence of persistent heatwaves, it still took lightning and strong winds to generate those vast flames.
Another big issue the show tackles is the fact that we can’t put out all wildfires, so we will have to manage them. Bailey is a fan of 49 fires. These “prescribed fires” are often started to clear the low vegetation, such as bushes and dead plants, that typically 50 severe wildfires. Planned blazes are mainly used to reduce the risks of disastrous fires, but he thinks they have wider potential.
The podcast also discusses how to encourage women and ethnic minority groups into fire-related jobs, and how to retain them, as these jobs are still 51 done by white men. Lenya, who started a training scheme for women in fire, thinks people with 52 backgrounds are needed to help tackle the growing severity of wildfires. “ 53 at its core requires diversity because you have to have people thinking about issues in different ways and bringing different types of solution to the table,” she says.
One 54 of Life with Fire is that although later shows are accessible to a general audience, the podcast takes time to get into its stride（进展）. Presenting the topics it covers in a different order would have helped guide people with no knowledge of fire science.
Upcoming shows will be more 55 as Monthei talks to fire practitioners from around the world. “I think telling stories and sharing new perspectives worldwide is a critical first step,” she says.
41.A. revitalises B. carbonises C. destroys D. dominates
42.A. host B. interviewer C. guest D. fan
43.A. disaster B. episode C. report D. medium
44.A. converted B. elevated C. referred D. minimized
45.A. demanding B. incredible C. favourable D. changeable
46.A. threat B. cause C. effect D. subject
47.A. line up B. set aside C. make up D. watch out
48.A. In spite of B. On account of C. In case of D. As well as
49.A. extinguished B. unparalleled C. exploited D. controlled
50.A. manages B. promises C. fuels D. eases
51.A. largely B. rarely C. freely D. duly
52.A. professional B. diverse C. related D. noble
53.A. Innovation B. Severity C. Equality D. Broadcast
54.A. theme B. feature C. criticism D. merit
55.A. critical B. international C. scientific D. controversial
四、语法填空（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。
At the entrance to the Red Army’s western march memorial hall in Ningxia’s Tongxin County stands a striking sculpture of a young bugler (号手), recalling a historic moment first 56 (record) 90 years ago by American journalist Edgar Snow.
The image later appeared on 57 cover of Snow’s landmark book Red Star Over China, 58 introduced the Chinese revolution of the 1930s to the world. This summer, nine decades after Snow photographed the young soldier, Snow’s relative Samuel Maclean revisited the site. “I 59 (true) felt the heavy and long history in this place,” Maclean said.
Tongxin is a revolutionary heartland where China’s first county-level Hui autonomous government 60 (establish). It also became closely tied to the Red Army’s activities in northwest China after the three main forces of the Red Army joined forces at the end of the Long March.
Early this week, Maclean joined representatives of the Edgar Snow Memorial Foundation and international scholars on a 61 (significance) tour themed “Retracing Snow’s Route”, 62 (visit) places tied to both Snow’s original reporting and Tongxin’s revolutionary past.
According to Sun Hua, director of the China Center for Edgar Snow Studies at Peking University, Snow arrived in Yuwangpu — now Yuwang Town in Tongxin — in August, 1936 63 stayed for nearly a month. During that time, Snow interviewed Red Army leaders, soldiers and local residents. His writings showed disciplined Red Army soldiers and documented 64 (they) respect for the customs of the local Hui population. Tongxin, Sun added, was a key site where Snow documented the Red Army’s western march and policies on ethnic 65 (unite).
五、书信写作（15分）
66. 假如你是李华，你的英国笔友David准备组织一个“走进中国（Approach to China）”的活动，他写信请你帮忙策划一下活动内容并介绍一下有中国特色的元素，以便让他的同学更好地了解中国。请你用英文写一封回信。
要求：（1）100字左右；（2）包括至少两个中国元素，可适当增减细节。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear David,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
六、读后续写（25分）
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。
Christy Logue, a 17-year-old student in Clarion District, has shown great concern for animals since early childhood. He has long devoted himself to caring for homeless cats in his community, regularly feeding them and setting up temporary shelters to protect them from rainy weather. As years went by, however, the number of homeless cats wandering the streets of Clarion District multiplied rapidly due to the uncontrolled reproduction. That gradually became a public problem, splitting the community residents into opposing sides and causing frequent arguments.
A large portion of residents expressed strong dissatisfaction with the booming homeless cat population and felt annoyed. People living near roads said those cats often cried and fought in the evening, which would keep them awake and mess up their normal lives. They believed the only way to prevent problems later was to drive all cats away.
On the contrary, many warm-hearted residents, including Christy Logue, showed great sympathy for these helpless creatures. They often fed the cats, feeling sad when seeing these thin, dirty cats eat nervously. In their opinion, such cats are not dangerous creatures but helpless homeless animals. Driving them away cruelly is wrong, and leaving them to die without care is inhumane (无情的). They thought the community should not treat these innocent creatures coldly.
Unwilling to limit his efforts to simple feeding alone, Christy chose to take further action. After careful consideration and thorough observation, he worked out a comprehensive and practical plan for standardized homeless cat management. First, he recorded the total number of homeless cats in the neighbourhood, took photos of their living conditions and collected genuine opinions from animal lovers and annoyed residents alike. Then he wrote a proposal and submitted it to the community committee, putting forward practical ideas: building outdoor cat shelters in quiet corners far from residential buildings, carrying out regular physical examinations for homeless cats to control their population and reduce the spread of germs (细菌), and calling for volunteer feeders to take care of the cats in shifts.
注意：(1)续写词数应为150个左右；(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
However, some committee members hesitated.
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2026—2027学年上学期第四周周考答案
1 B 2 B 3 A 4 C 5 A 6 C 7 B 8 C 9 B 10 A
11 B 12 C 13 A 14 A 15 C 16 A 17 B 18 A 19 C 20 B
21 A 22 C 23 A 24 C 25 D 26 D 27 B 28 C 29 B 30 C
31 A 32 A 33 C 34 D 35 D 36 B 37 G 38 D 39 A 40 B
41 A 42 C 43 B 44 D 45 C 46 B 47 A 48 D 49 D 50 C
51 A 52 B 53 A 54 C 55 B
56 recorded 57 the 58 which 59 truly 60 was established
61 significant 62 visiting 63 and 64 their 65 unity
书面表达范文
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Dear David,
I’m glad to know that you are launching a campaign “Approach to China” aiming to introduce your peers to a thriving China and be of some help.
From my perspective, the activities may range from Chinese calligraphy competition to paper-cutting, martial arts, appreciation of Beijing Opera and so on. As for Chinese elements, the Great Wall with a long history symbolizes the national fighting spirits while high-speed railway representing the cutting-edge technology takes the lead in the world. China’s booming economy is marked with mobile payment and the Belt and Road Initiative.
By the way, mascots like pandas and Monkey King will enjoy great popularity among participants. Wish your campaign a success.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
读后续写范文
However, some committee members hesitated. They worried that shelters would attract more cats and bring trouble. Faced with these doubts and opposition, Christy did not give up. Instead, he communicated with the committee members patiently. He stressed that it was the cats’ random reproduction and unmanaged living state that led to all the trouble. Besides, he made a detailed commitment that trained volunteers would take charge of daily cleaning and standardized feeding, completely avoiding health problems. Moved by his thorough plan and persistence, the committee finally approved his proposal. Work on the cat shelters got underway soon afterwards.
Gradually, more residents witnessed positive changes. The homeless cats no longer wandered around stairwells howling at night, making the neighbourhood quieter, and the cats grew mild after being cared for. Neighbors who once opposed having homeless cats around changed their minds. Some brought cat food, and others volunteered to clean the cat shelters on weekends. The previous conflicts and misunderstandings among neighbours faded away little by little. It was Christy’s warm heart and practical actions that resolved the community dilemma, making harmonious coexistence between humans and small animals a beautiful scene in the community.
听力原文
1.
M: Shall we go shopping at the mall this afternoon, Jane
W: The weather is too nice to stay indoors. How about walking around to explore the city instead
M: Great idea.
2.
W: Mark, are you heading to the office today
M: No, it’s my work-from-home day, but the WiFi in my apartment is terrible. I’m going to the cafe downstairs.
3.
M: That’s five dollars for the coffee and the sandwich. Need a paper bag
W: No, I’m good. Oh, and I brought my own cup for the coffee.
M: Perfect, that saves you 50 cents.
4.
W: Reading on the screen makes my eyes tired, but a paper book is too heavy to carry.
M: Same here. I used to just sleep on the subway. Now I listen to audio books on an APP. Why not give it a go
5.
M: Are you all set for your move next week
W: Almost. But I still need some extra boxes for my books and I’m selling my old sofa because it won’t fit in my new apartment.
6. 7.
W: Sam, are you really leaving your full time job
M: Yes, it has always been burning me out.
W: Have you got any new offer
M: No, I just want to become a slasher, which means doing different kinds of jobs based on my own schedule instead of working for just one company. That way I can finally manage my own time.
W: That sounds exciting, but aren’t you worried about not having a steady income
M: Not really, because I have some savings. Anyway it’s a risk worth taking for my health.
8. 9. 10.
W: Hi, Jason, how is your art project going
M: Oh, I’m still at a loss for what to draw. How about yours
W: As the teacher said, paintings aren’t simply about colors and lines, but carry deep meaning and emotion. So I plan to draw the oak tree. Standing on the school playground, it holds many happy memories.
M: Brilliant. Your idea reminds me of the stone sculpture in front of our teaching building, so maybe I can work on it.
W: Good choice. And don’t forget to write a journal explaining your idea.
M: Got it. By the way, some excellent paintings of last year will be displayed in the school gallery this afternoon.
W: Awesome. That will show us the quality the teacher expects. Let’s go and explore it at three PM.
M: Okay, see you then.
11. 12. 13.
W: Hi Henry, thanks for watering my garden while my whole family was away on holiday.
M: No worries, Jenny.
W: I’ve got two tickets to the open gardens event in our community this Saturday. Would you like to join me
M: I’d love to. It must be a real feast for the eyes to visit some beautiful private gardens. Shall we bring some drinks or snacks
W: No need. There will be afternoon tea and homemade cakes for sale and every penny will be donated to the local hospital.
M: Lovely. When shall we meet
W: Hmm. The event starts at two PM and I’ll pick you up half an hour earlier.
14. 15. 16. 17.
W: Welcome back to Tech Today. I’m joined by Dr. Frank Smith, an agricultural researcher, to talk about vertical farms. First, Dr. Smith, what exactly is a vertical farm
M: It’s a new way of growing food indoors on tall shelves, one above another.
W: I see. But why do we need to move farms indoors
M: The biggest advantage is higher land use efficiency. Besides, they allow year round crop production and consume far less water.
W: Impressive. What kind of crops are usually grown there
M: Successful vertical farming crops usually grow quickly and stay small in size like strawberries. However, wheat, corn and rice are not fit for them.
W: How about the future of vertical farms
M: Currently, energy and facility costs are still high, but I am very positive about solving the problem as technology improves.
18. 19. 20.
M: Welcome to Henley-on-Thames, everyone. Please gather around. We are just minutes away from watching the Henley Royal Regatta in which you will experience a combination of sports and typical British culture.
Launched in June 1839, it has developed from a local fair into a global boat race. Tickets to this grand July event usually go on sale in April.
As we walk towards the river, you might notice something unusual. Since a strict traditional dress code applies, you’ll see gentlemen wearing suits and ties, and women in elegant dresses and hats with feathers.
Look at the white tent over there. That’s the VIP section to preserve the historic atmosphere. Making phone calls is strictly banned inside, but don’t worry, our group is heading to the standard viewing area. You can freely use your phones there, though bringing outside food and pets is not allowed.
Now get your cameras ready and follow me to enjoy the race.

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