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高2025级高二上期第一次学情调研英语试卷
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
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)
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。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15.
答案：C。
1. What is the man doing
A. Heading to the shop. B. Preparing for a trip. C. Repairing the computer.
2. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. At a lake. B. By the sea. C. At school.
3. Why does the man come to the woman
A. To ask for help. B. To offer her a lift. C. To invite her to a party.
4. How does the woman feel
A. Curious. B. Excited. C. Annoyed.
5. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. Family relationships. B. Vacation plans. C. Holiday experiences.
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 does the girl want to do
A. Hang out with friends. B. Drop out of school. C. Get some pocket money.
7. What is the man's advice for the girl
A. Find herself a job. B. Spend more time studying. C. Be more careful with money.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Why is the woman unable to board
A. She failed to get a ticket. B. She missed the check-in time.
C. She could not find her passport.
9. What does the man offer to do for the woman
A. Upgrade her seat at once. B. Book her on a later flight. C. Lead her to the right gate.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Host and guest. B. Doctor and patient. C. Reporter and interviewee.
11. Who might receive help from Mia
A. Children with bad teeth. B. Adults with serious illness.
C. Students under heavy pressure.
12. How long has Mia been working for Dr Smith
A. For about 4 months. B. For about 6 months. C. For about 10 months.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Who is Kathy
A. A school teacher. B. A radio host. C. A government official.
14. What can the visiting adults do in the school
A. Give speeches. B. Observe classes. C. Organize activities.
15. How can the students benefit from the school program
A. By earning extra credits. B. By finding job opportunities.
C. By learning about adults' life.
16. What is the goal of the school program
A. To improve teacher-student relationships. B. To promote the idea of work-life balance.
C. To enhance school-community interaction.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To do a promotion. B. To introduce a product. C. To make an announcement.
18. Who is the speaker probably talking to
A. Store employees. B. Potential customers. C. Local community members.
19. When will the shop reopen
A. On September 2nd. B. On September 1st. C. On August 31st.
20. What problem does the shop have
A. It is short-handed. B. Its design is outdated. C. It faces a financial challenge.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Judges and General Visitors Needed
The Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase (SRS) is an online science communication competition where high school, undergraduate, and graduate students compete for awards and recognition for outstanding virtual research presentations. The competition includes most worldwide research disciplines (学科), represented across the following categories:
Agriculture, Soil, and Natural Resources
Cell Biology and Biochemistry
Human Behavioral and Social Sciences
Math and Computer Science
Physics and Astronomy
Information for Judges
We are seeking professional researchers and science communicators with relevant knowledge or skills from the above-listed disciplines to serve as judges.
● Role: Judges will evaluate and interact with contestants by posting comments and questions on their presentation websites. Each judge will assess up to 10 websites, which primarily contain a research abstract and a slide presentation.
● Requirements: Sigma Xi membership is preferred but not required.
● Judging Period: Judging will take place from April 26 to May 10, 2022. This online format allows for flexibility with each judge’s personal schedule, as no travel is required.
● Further Details: For more comprehensive information and judging criteria, please click here to download the SRS Judges Manual.
Information for General Visitors
General visitors are welcome to explore the presentation websites and engage with the research!
● Ways to Participate:
Watch the personal videos of the presenters.
Read the research abstracts.
Comment in the discussion forums (look for a link most likely appearing as “comments & reactions”).
Vote for the “People’s Choice Award” winner.
● People’s Choice Award: The winner of this award will receive prize money of up to $250.
Sample Presentation Site
To view a sample Student Showcase presentation site, please visit: http://sigmaxishowcase./
21. Who is the most suitable judge for this competition
A. A high school science teacher. B. A researcher in astronomy.
C. A professor of ancient history. D. A graduate student in art design.
22. What is a judge required to do
A. Evaluate online research submissions. B. Score live video presentations.
C. Travel to presentation sites. D. Vote for the People's Choice Award.
23. Where is this text most likely from
A. A university newsletter. B. A scientific journal.
C. A conference invitation letter. D. An online recruitment notice.
B
A Gen Z train attendant in China has gained widespread praise for his creative approach to keeping children calm and entertained during long train rides-by handing out test papers and stickers(贴画).
Qin Yunhao, who works on the G1546 high-speed train from Nanning East to Hangzhou West, brings along a plastic bag filled with simple worksheets and colorful reward stickers every time he's on duty. His idea is simple but effective: children who become noisy during the journey are gently handed a test paper, and upon completing it, are rewarded with stickers. Meanwhile, children who remain quiet throughout the ride are given stickers directly as a form of positive reinforcement(强化).
The idea, which started during the summer travel rush, has received overwhelming support from parents and netizens. Many praised it for turning a potentially noisy carriage(车厢) into a peaceful environment, while also giving children something meaningful to do during the journey.
The inspiration came from observing parents who brought homework for their children on board. Wanting to help those who hadn't come prepared, Qin began printing out simple exercises to share.
This low-cost but thoughtful solution has been described as a “magical fix”, as it eases pressure on parents, entertains young passengers, and helps maintain order in a public space. It's also seen as a reflection of growing human-centered innovation in public service.
Qin's fellow railway staff have also adopted various child-friendly practices. Some bring picture books or small toys, others create “kids' kits” with puzzles and games. On certain trains, a children's activity area has even been set up in the dining car. Railway staff also encourage parents to prepare entertainment in advance, such as downloading cartoons or bringing educational games, to help children enjoy the ride calmly and constructively.
Balancing children's natural liveliness with public order is no easy task. But initiatives like this show that thoughtful, human-centered solutions can go a long way toward creating more harmonious public spaces.
24. What does Qin Yunhao do to keep children quiet on the train
A. He sets up activity areas. B. He provides books and toys.
C. He gives out test papers and stickers. D. He downloads cartoons and games.
25. What made Qin Yunhao decide to hand out worksheets
A. He hoped to make the summer rush more fun.
B. He wanted to protect children's natural liveliness.
C. He was required to create more harmonious public areas.
D. He saw some parents unprepared for their kids' homework.
26. What do people think of Qin Yunhao's solution
A. It fits the summer rush. B. It is expensive but effective.
C. It makes carriages peaceful. D. It puts pressure on parents and kids.
27. What is the best title for the text
A. Railway Activities for Kids. B. Ways to Play with Kids on Trains.
C. Harmonious Summer Travel. D. A Train Attendant's Idea to Calm Kids.
C
The willingness to learn from failures is very important. And there are certainly many people who have overcome failures on their way to success. However, there are still a couple of questions about failures that are worth delving into. Do most people actually learn from failures Why or why not
These questions were studied in 2024 by Lauren Eskreis-Winkler and Minhee Kim. They started by exploring whether people overestimated(高估) the likelihood that someone who had failed would succeed on their next attempt.
In one experiment, the researchers asked participants to estimate the chance that someone who had taken an exam to become a lawyer, nurse, or teacher and failed would pass on the next attempt. This question was interesting, because the actual rates of success were already known (35% for lawyers, 43% for nurses, and 48% for teachers). But in each case, the participants significantly overestimated the likelihood that someone retesting would pass (58% for lawyers, 63% for nurses, and 67% for teachers).
In another experiment, they asked the participants to predict the likelihood that a heart attack survivor would make positive changes in their behavior. Without any additional information, they predicted that 62% of survivors would change their behavior. But the actual percentage was 47%.
These experiments suggest that the typical opinion about learning from failures needs some revision. As shown in the study, we often confuse what is with what ought to be. Yes, we ought to learn from failures. But often we don't because it is too painful for us to analyze and learn from our failures. So when we fail to achieve our goals, it is necessary for us to recognize that without significant effort to change our behavior, we are likely to fail again in the future.
28. What does the author mean by “delving into” in paragraph 1
A. Exploring. B. Recommending. C. Forgetting. D. Confusing.
29. What are the statistics in the text mainly about
A. People can't learn from their failures.
B. Failures' benefits might be overvalued.
C. It is very painful for us to face our failures.
D. Some people can learn more from their failures.
30. Why do most of us fail to learn from our failures
A. Very little help is available for us. B. We are unaware of the problems.
C. The consequences are not serious. D. It is hard to change our behavior.
31. What is the author's purpose in writing the text
A. To introduce a rare phenomenon. B. To review a recent study.
C. To argue against a typical opinion. D. To show human weakness.
D
Warming seas across the globe are endangering coral reefs (珊瑚礁), a key ecosystem that supports marine life to live and thrive. As a possible way to save them from extinction (灭绝), scientists have recently frozen and revived groups of adult corals for the first time, according to a recent study.
Freezing biological materials, or “cryopreserving” them, refers to keeping them in a deep freeze for long periods without affecting the cell's viability (活性), according to the Science Times website.
This method usually cools them to very low temperatures, commonly to -196℃. Since cells would normally die at such a low temperature due to the formation of ice inside, scientists need to monitor the freezing rate and choose the freezing medium carefully.
Researchers in the US experimented with freezing pea-sized pieces of a common coral in Hawaii. After removing the microbes(微生物) on the corals, they sealed the corals in metal containers filled with a chemical solution that partially dehydrated (脱水) them and helped control ice growth.
When the corals reached a temperature of around -200℃, the remaining water in the corals solidified into a glassy form. The corals were still alive, with their life-driving functions becoming extremely slow. After being cryopreserved for a few minutes, the researchers pulled the corals out and placed them in warm water. In two minutes, they started consuming oxygen — a sign of them staying alive.
Previously, researchers had already successfully cryopreserved coral larvae(幼虫), according to a study in 2018. However, the larvae can only be collected when corals lay eggs, which happens just a few nights each year. “That’s putting a lot of eggs in one basket,” US marine scientist Liza Roger told Science News.
This breakthrough offers more hope to the world's corals, said Roger. However, there's more work to be done. A few days after thawing (解冻), the corals became “stressed out” from the process and were killed by the bacteria they normally live in harmony with. The researchers are working on using antibiotics to help them survive for a longer period of time.
32. What is the purpose of the recent study
A. To bring dead corals back to life. B. To freeze and revive coral larvae.
C. To find a way to preserve corals. D. To study the conditions of coral growth.
33. What happened to the corals when they were cryopreserved
A. They died for the time being. B. Their life functions slowed down.
C. They remained alive and unchanged. D. They fed on microbes in the containers.
34. What does Roger think about cryopreserving coral larvae
A. It is not a reliable solution. B. It needs a large number of eggs.
C. It holds promise for restoring corals. D. It requires overly expensive technology.
35. What issue do the researchers still need to approach
A. Finding a suitable freezing medium. B. Identifying the bacteria on the corals.
C. Expanding the collection of coral larvae. D. Maintaining the corals' health after thawing.
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。
In today's digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly complicated, making it hard to tell AI-generated images from real ones created by humans. 36.
Examine pixel (像素) patterns
AI-generated images may exhibit distinct pixel patterns that differ from those found in photographs or hand-drawn images. 37. , showing excessive detail and precision. Analyzing the pixel patterns can help identify the digital artifacts or repetitive patterns that are commonly associated with AI-generated visuals.
Check abnormal features
AI-generated images often exhibit abnormalities in hands, such as extra fingers. Since hands are less central in images than faces, accurate description poses a challenge for AI. Other things like stretchy wrists in images mean they are probably AI-created. 38. , while others generated by newer AI models are harder to distinguish.
Notice overly perfect textures
Some AI image generators produce textures that are excessively smooth or plastic-looking skin. 39. . Rather than looking like a material that has some wrinkles in it, the images generated by AI models might come out a little too good. So if you want to buy clothes in an online clothes shop, check the given pictures through this detail.
40. ____________________
Now AI-based image recognition systems are capable of identifying everything in images. AI may struggle to generate realistic settings or situational information that accurately reflects the real world. With closer inspection of the background or more specific analysis of the accompanying text, which doesn't fit with the visual content, you may detect these AI-generated pieces.
A. Detect the real world
B. Assess background and context
C. This means that a jacket may appear too nice
D. AI-generated images tend to show imperfect images
E. Some of these errors are easily noticeable to humans
F. They often have an unmistakably artificial appearance
G. But with careful observation, you can spot the differences
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 (共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
While high school does not generally encourage students to explore new aspects of life, college sets the stage for that exploration. I myself went through this 41 process and found American Sign Language(美式手语) changed my 42 at college for the better.
I never felt an urge to 43 any sign language before. The spoken language was enough in all my interactions with my family and friends. Little did I know that I would discover my 44 for ASL.
The story began when I watched the ASL Club 45 their translation of a song. Both the hand movements and the idea of communicating without speaking 46 me. What I saw was completely unlike anything I had experienced in the past. This newness just left me 47 more.
After that, feeling the need to 48 further, I decided to drop in on one of ASL club's meetings. I only learned how to 49 the alphabet(字母表) that day. Yet instead of being discouraged by my 50 progress, I was excited. I then made it a point to 51 those meetings and learn all I could.
The following semester, I 52 an ASL class. The professor was deaf and any talking was 53 . I soon realized that silence was not unpleasant. Instead, if there had been any talking, it would have 54 us to learn less. Now, I appreciate silence and the 55 way of communication it opens.
41.A. planning B. searching C. natural D. formal
42.A. experience B. progress C. major D. opinion
43.A. select B. analyze C. create D. learn
44.A. concern B. passion C. request D. goal
45.A. performing B. recording C. assessing D. discussing
46.A. disturbed B. distracted C. fascinated D. embarrassed
47.A. showing B. acting C. talking D. wanting
48.A. exercise B. explore C. exchange D. explain
49.A. clarify B. read C. sign D. count
50.A. slow B. remarkable C. steady D. obvious
51.A. chair B. sponsor C. attend D. structure
52.A. dropped out of B. got behind with C. gave up D. registered for
53.A. prohibited B. welcomed C. ignored D. repeated
54.A. required B. caused C. expected D. allowed
55.A. easy B. popular C. new D. quick
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。
Among the celebrations of China's National Day and the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Lyric String Quartet(抒情弦乐四重奏) from the Central Conservatory of Music 56 (show) their artistry(艺术技巧) in Norway on Sept 29 and in Denmark on Oct 1 in 2025, 57 a part of the“A Moment to Remember— the Concert for the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival” cultural performances.
In Oslo, the quartet's performance was a highlight of the 58 (receive) hosted by the Chinese Embassy(大使馆) to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. 59 event opened with the classic Chinese piece May we all be Blessed With Longevity, whose music expressed deep emotions of longing and blessing, resonating(共鸣) with both Chinese 60 international guests.
The quartet then presented works by Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, 61 (beautiful) mixing Eastern and Western musical traditions. The performance showed the genuine friendship between China and Norway and achieved a new height with the spirited Chinese folk song Song of Horse Herding 62 drew enthusiastic cheers from the audience.
The performance concluded with May we all be Blessed with Longevity, 63 (base) on Su Shi's timeless poetry and arranged with modern techniques, artfully 64 (connect) the Mid-Autumn Festival's theme of reunion with the National Day celebration. This tour by the Lyric String Quartet represents a new step in strengthening friendship and artistic cooperation among China, Norway and Denmark, continuing the tradition of using music as a bridge 65 (promote) dialogue between civilizations.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 假定你是高二学生李华，你校正在举行青少年模拟政协（Model CPCC）提案征集活动，请你写一封信，提议将中国传统节日重阳节设为国家法定假日，内容需包含：
1. 你的提议；
2. 你的理由。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
重阳节：the Double Ninth Festival 国家法定假日：a national holiday
Dear Sir/Madam,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分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。
42-year-old Christine Dawn King has worked at a pet hospital for 10 years. She is a pet doctor and loves working with pets. As she is warm-hearted and professional, pet owners living in the neighbourhood also love to ask her to treat their pets.
One Thursday morning, Christine was hurrying to her job. The traffic on the road was thick — no surprise for this stretch of highway. She pulled into the exit lane(车道), where cars were moving at a slow speed.
That was when Christine noticed a woman standing near cars with a dog beside her. Christine saw the cause of the traffic jam: The small dog had somehow gotten out of the car and was now stuck in the metal fences(栅栏) in the middle of the highway. The little dog was obviously frightened in the small space, unable to break free. Despite its owner's best efforts, it was still struggling.
The woman caught the dog's collar(项圈)but couldn't move him. Her hands were shaking, and her face was covered with sweat. She was obviously very panicked, not knowing what to do. Some drivers impatiently honked their horns(摁喇叭). Others were too focused on their own schedules to offer assistance. Christine could see the anxiety on the woman's face as she looked around.
Without hesitation, Christine opened the car door. She quickly walked towards the dog. “Let me see if I can help,” Christine said to the woman. The woman was a little hesitant but still walked aside to allow the stranger to have a try. Christine carefully checked on the situation. She found that the dog was scared, but not injured. She spoke gently to the dog, trying to calm him down. Next, she took out a tool carried with her car and tried her best to widen the gap between the fences. The dog seemed to realize that Christine was here to help him, not struggling anymore.
In no time, the gap between the fences became larger. There was enough space to move the dog. Christine gently lifted him out, taking great care not to hurt him.
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。
The woman stepped forward and carefully held the dog.
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Christine arrived at her office, expecting to see the woman again.
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高2025级高二上期第一次学情调研英语试卷参考答案
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)
1-5 AABCC
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
6-10 CABBC 11-15 AABBC 16-20 CC AAB
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)
21-23 BAD 24-27 CDCD 28-31 ABDC 32-35 CBAD
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
36-40 GFECB
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)
41-45 BADBA 46-50 CDBCA 51-55 CDABC
第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. showed 57. as 58. reception 59. The 60. and 61. beautifully 62. that/which
63. based 64. connecting 65. to promote
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am Li Hua, a senior two student, writing to propose/suggest making the traditional festival, the Double Ninth Festival, a national holiday.
First and foremost, the Double Ninth Festival holds great significance in Chinese culture, focusing on respecting the elderly. If it becomes a national holiday, more people will spare more time to stay with older family members, which can help us learn to be filial and get closer to the older generation — something really important for our society. Moreover, by celebrating traditional festivals like the Double Ninth Festival, we can preserve our cultural heritage and pass it on to future generations. It is a way to keep our culture alive and uphold our traditions.
I would appreciate it if you could give approval to my proposal. Looking forward to your positive reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
The woman stepped forward and carefully held her dog. She thanked Christine heartily for what she had done, with tears rolling down her cheeks. She said that without Christine’s generous help, everything would have been much worse. Christine introduced herself, and gave the woman her business card, saying she could take the dog to her pet hospital for a checkup if she still felt worried. The woman took the card and walked to her car. After the woman’s car moved away, the traffic quickly returned to normal.
Christine arrived at her office, expecting to see the woman again. In the afternoon, she saw the woman walking into the hospital with the dog and a bouquet of flowers as her gift. The woman told Christine that the dog was important to her, hoping everything would be OK with her dog. After a thorough examination of the dog, Christine told the woman the dog was fine. Hearing Christine’s words, the woman felt grateful and totally relieved. It struck Christine that kindness, though tiny, could make a big difference to the world around us.
听力原文
Text 1
W: Hello, this is the repair shop. We’re calling to ask when it would be convenient for you to collect your computer.
M: I’m actually on my way to your shop right now.
W: Great. We’ll have it packed and ready for you when you arrive.
Text 2
M: Look, Catherine. The ocean.
W: It’s not the ocean, John. That’s a lake. Remember when Mom told you about the difference Well, anyway, you’ll learn about bodies of water in class this spring.
Text 3
M: Hey, Laura, are you going to Gary’s party tonight I can give you a ride if you want.
W: Yes, thanks, Joe. That’s very kind of you.
M: That’s a deal then.
Text 4
W: What a terrible washing machine! It’s getting worse today. Look! Now it doesn’t work at all. I think I need a new one.
M: Calm down, please. I heard there’s a big sale in Star Mall today.
Text 5
M: I climbed several mountains with my family during the winter holidays. We had a great time. What about you
W: Well, I spent most of my holiday time learning to swim.
M: Wow, cool.
Text 6
W: I’m broke, Dad. Can I have some money
M: Amanda, you are 17 years old. You are old enough to get a part-time job.
W: But I’m still a student! I don’t have time to get a part-time job!
M: You spend three hours every night playing computer games and watching TV. If you have time to do that, you have time to earn money.
W: But Dad, I don’t want to work!
M: You’re just being lazy. Getting a part-time job will be a good experience for you.
Text 7
W: Hello. My name is Mary Smith. I’m here to check in for the 5:40 p.m. flight to London. I have my passport and ticket here.
M: I’m sorry. You’ve arrived too late, Ms. Smith. Check-in for that flight closed 20 minutes ago. There won’t be enough time for you to reach the gate before take-off.
W: Oh, no. I was worried this was going to happen, but my taxi was stuck in a long line on the way here. Are there any other flights today that I can take instead
M: Yes, we still have seats available on the one that leaves at 10:30 p.m. For a $100 fee, I can update your reservation and issue you another ticket.
Text 8
W: Good morning, Dr. Smith. I’m a student journalist from a local high school. Can you spare some time for me
M: OK.
W: Many kids are afraid to see a dentist. How do you let them feel better
M: I have a great helper. It’s Mia, my dog. Mia can help them feel better.
W: Does it really work
M: Yes. Mia is very gentle. She plays games with kids to help them calm down. Kids accept the treatment more easily with Mia volunteering to comfort them here. I hear there are also dogs in some schools to help students relax and study well, right
W: Yeah, but we haven’t got such dogs in our school. And how long has Mia been helping out
M: I got her about ten months ago, but she didn’t begin to work until six months later. I sent her to a dog school for several months and she got some professional training.
W: Great!
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W: Welcome to Education Update. This is Kathy. We have Robert Hall from Mountainside High School with us today. Hello, Mr. Hall. Could you tell us about the service program in your school
M: Okay. It goes like this. On certain days each month, adults from the neighborhood sit in class with the students and see what’s going on in the school.
W: That’s interesting. What else can they do
M: They can also take adult courses in the evenings for both fun and serious learning.
W: What about the students What can they do in the program
M: Well, they can change places with adults and go working on a farm or in a factory or taking care of the housework.
W: Good. This helps them better understand the lives of their parents and know more about their neighborhood.
M: Yes. Students have a chance to work in hospitals, nursing homes, libraries, and even in government offices.
W: So the school is not only part of the students’ lives, but also part of the neighborhood.
M: That’s exactly what our service program is for.
W: Great. Thank you, Mr. Hall.
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W: Good morning, everyone. As we approach August, I’d like to take a moment to talk about our upcoming holiday break. As you all know, the four-week holiday in August is a long-standing tradition here in Spain, so we will be observing it again this year.
From August 1st, our shop will be closed, and all of you will have the opportunity to relax and recharge. I understand that this long break may cause financial concerns, so I want to assure you that you will still receive 75% of your regular pay during the holiday. Additionally, there will be a winter award in cash later this year to help cover any extra expenses you might have during the holiday. We were supposed to open the door on September 1st, but I plan to put it off by one day.
Once we open, I hope each of you will focus on refreshing the shop’s design. The current design is holding us back. We must act quickly to stay competitive. And we’ll introduce a few new collections and work on increasing our visibility in the community to attract more customers.
Thank you all for your hard work. Let’s come back ready to make September a great month!

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