河北邯郸市曲周县第一中学等校2026-2027学年高二年级上学期9月阶段测试英语试题(含答案,有音频有听力原文)

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河北邯郸市曲周县第一中学等校2026-2027学年高二年级上学期9月阶段测试英语试题(含答案,有音频有听力原文)

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2026-2027学年高二上学期第一次月考
英语试卷
(考试时间:120分钟 试卷满分:150分)
第I卷(选择题) 和 第II卷(非选择题) 两部分。答卷前,考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
注意事项:
1.本试卷分
2.回答第II卷时,选出每小题答案后,用2B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。写在本试卷上无效。
3.回答第II卷时,将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
4.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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。
1. What will Justin do this Friday
A. Go to a concert. B. Deal with business. C. Throw a dinner party.
2. What is the man doing
A. Doing shopping. B. Checking in. C. House hunting.
3. When will the online lecture start
A. At 2:45 pm. B. At 3:00 pm. C. At 3:15 pm.
4. Why does Emily prefer eating at Green’s
A. It’s quieter. B. It’s better decorated. C. It’s more affordable.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Development in rural areas. B. Family businesses in the villages.
C. The life choices of young villagers.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
6. Why does the man make the phone call
A. To book a hotel. B. To confirm a booking. C. To report a lost item.
7. What date is it today
A. October 8th. B. October 9th. C. October 10th.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
8. What helped the man improve his public speaking skills
A. Taking online courses. B. Watching free speeches. C. Talking to famous leaders.
9. Why does Khan Academy really attract the man
A. It doesn’t cost anything. B. It covers many subjects. C. It lets him make his own plan.
10. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Some useful apps. B. An excellent speech. C. Some famous artists.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
11. Who is probably the woman
A. A museum guide. B. A school teacher. C. A gallery organizer.
12. What do we know about the book Ways of Seeing
A. It is a storybook. B. It’s good for beginners. C. It was published last year.
13. Why does the woman recommend the new edition
A. Its expressions are clearer. B. The print quality is good. C. It has more photos in it.
听下面一段对话,回答以下小题。
14. Who is the man going on holiday with
A. His parents. B. His brother. C. His friend’s family.
15. Where is the man staying for the holidays
A. In a city center. B. In the mountains. C. On the coast.
16. What does the man plan to do during the holidays
A. Go hiking. B. Do water sports. C. Visit a town.
17. When will the man be home
A. On August 7th. B. On August 11th. C. On August 18th.
听下面一段独白,回答以下小题。
18. What is a likely goal of the community program
A. To bridge the digital divide. B. To provide job opportunities.
C. To rebuild the community center.
19. How often were visits scheduled
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Once a month.
20. What kind of person is the speaker probably
A. Self-dependent. B. Self-disciplined. C. Self-reflective.
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
The Internet makes your work or study more convenient and efficient, and there are many apps that are beneficial both in your life and study. Below are some examples that you may find easy to download.
◆App Detox(Android)
To prevent you spending too much time on the web, App Detox blocks your access to the Internet or to apps of your choosing for a certain period of time to allow you to get things done without distractions(干扰).
Price: $3 per month
◆Studious(iOS)
Studious is an efficient homework planner that helps you achieve your maximum potential. You can input your class schedules in Studious, and it saves them and organizes them by their due dates in order to help you better be prepared for what’s up next. It can be set to remind you of when homework assignments(作业)are due and when your tests are approaching.
Price: $20 per year
◆Streaks(iOS and Android)
This award-winning app is an addicting goal-tracking app that challenges you to achieve a “victory” by tracking the number of continuous days you’ve stayed focused and completed specific tasks. It works well for goals like turning in homework on time or reading chapters in assigned books.
Price: Yearly Fee: $24
◆Remember the Milk(iOS and Android)
This is a smart to-do list app. You can create lists of things you need to accomplish on a specific day and organize these lists. The app breaks down all your tasks by the day, and organizes them the way you want with priorities, due dates, repeats, lists and more.
Price: Monthly Fee: $4
21. Which app should you choose to break the Internet connection temporarily(暂时地)
A. App Detox. B. Studious. C. Streaks. D. Remember the Milk.
22. What is the lowest annual cost to use one of the apps for Android
A. $20. B. $24. C. $36. D. $48.
23. In which category can you find these apps
A. Smart Finance. B. Developer Tools. C. Time Management. D. Social Networking.
B
At Pearson International Airport, Canada’s largest and busiest airport, my responsibility is to ensure the smooth transit of connecting passengers. This task involves not only answering questions about boarding gates and departure times but also addressing the various challenges that arise during their layovers (停留). After long, non-stop flights, these travelers are often tired and hungry, seeking rest in the form of coffee, food, and a quiet lounge (休息室), but instead, they face confusion and stress while waiting for their luggage and boarding their next flight. My role is to keep them calm and informed during this stressful time.
The lounge, like a pressure cooker, is a small world of human emotions, where stress can rise quickly. The connecting passengers, fully aware of time limits, are usually in a rush, their stress levels heightened by the fear of missing their flights. Some express their frustrations loudly, while others are reduced to tears, as the stress of travel overshadows their excitement.
In such moments, the core of our role becomes one of empathy — putting ourselves in the shoes of our passengers and offering help wherever possible. If their flight is about to leave, we tell them to run to their gate, saying, “Run! Run!” Sometimes, I even run with them, turning the airport into a race against time.
Given the short-lived nature of our interactions, brevity is the standard. Yet, even within these brief encounters, we strive to build connections. A simple “Ni hao” to Chinese passengers or a cheerful “Hola” to Spanish-speaking travelers can bring a smile to an otherwise preoccupied stranger.
The airport, far from being a dull place, is a stage where the full range of human emotions is vividly displayed: the sadness of tearful goodbyes, the joy of family reunions, the anxiety of endless lines, and the disappointment of missed connections. In these moments, I am reminded that, regardless of our origins, we are united in our ability to understand and our willingness to help. Here, we are family.
24. What is the author’s main role
A. Ensures flights leave on time. B. Manages airport lounges.
C. Keeps the airport quiet. D. Helps passengers with their needs.
25. Why is the lounge compared to a pressure cooker
A. It’s physically hot and uncomfortable. B. Conflicts happen frequently.
C. Passengers worry about missing flights. D. It’s overcrowded and dirty.
26. What can be inferred about the author’s interactions with passengers
A. They are long and personal. B. They are short but meaningful.
C. They focus on solving conflicts. D. They are formal and structured.
27. What makes the airport “a stage where the full range of human emotions is vividly displayed”
A. The high-stress environment of air travel.
B. The variety of activities and services offered.
C. The presence of family members and friends.
D. The diverse cultural backgrounds of the passengers.
C
This year, the inspiring start-up OneCourt has made significant progress in creating a more inclusive experience for blind and low-vision basketball enthusiasts. By introducing tactile (触觉的) devices at games, they have opened up a new world of sports enjoyment.
With OneCourt’s innovative technology, fans can now engage with the game in a unique way, allowing them to “watch the game through their fingers”. These tablet-sized devices provide real-time data through distinctive buzzing patterns, making it easy for users to follow the ball and understand team possession.
In another exciting development, Kylie Kelce, the wife of Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce, is devoted to making stadium experiences more accessible. Recognizing that the loud and chaotic atmosphere of a game isn’t ideal for everyone, she helped introduce a mobile sensory-friendly unit at Lincoln Financial Field. This welcoming space features comfortable bean bags, soft lighting and engaging wall art, providing a space for fans who may feel overwhelmed.
Farraro, an expert, enthusiastically shared his thoughts after trying the unit, saying, “To be able to come into this space — it’s quiet; it’s calm. You have all of these distractions, and you can send your brain somewhere else for a little bit.”
In the spirit of inclusion, the Miracle League in Auburn Hills, Michigan is hitting home runs by creating an environment where every player can thrive (蓬勃发展). This organization provides a safe space for disabled athletes to play on rubber turf (草皮), which ensures better footing for everyone, including wheelchair users.
Miracle League’s commitment to accessibility is truly inspiring. With wheelchair-accessible dugouts (球员席), and a buddy system, they welcome players with various physical and intellectual disabilities. Their most heartening policy : Ensuring that every player gets a turn at bat, regardless of their pace, allowing everyone to experience the joy of the game.
These initiatives showcase the spirit of inclusivity in sports. By making thoughtful accommodations, we can all enjoy the beautiful game together.
28. What is the primary function of OneCourt’s devices
A. To display real-time scores on tablets.
B. To record players’ statistics during matches.
C. To provide a touch-based game experience.
D. To improve visual tracking for low-vision fans.
29. What does Farraro think of Kylie Kelce’s unit
A. It is too quiet and boring. B. It provides a calming escape.
C. It offers exciting distractions. D. It improves the stadium’s atmosphere.
30. What is a key feature of Miracle League
A. Equal play opportunity. B. Professional coaching.
C. Fair team selection. D. Advanced facilities.
31. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text
A. To report on professional basketball games.
B. To advertise new sports technology products.
C. To explain the rules of inclusive sports leagues.
D. To highlight efforts making sports more accessible.
D
Molecules in blood and urine may reveal how much energy a person consumes from ultra-processed foods, according to a new study.
It’s the first time that scientists have identified biological markers that can indicate higher or lower intake of the foods, which are linked to a number of health problems, said Erikka Loftfield, a US National Cancer Institute researcher who led the study.
She said it could help us to understand more about the impact of these products on our health. Ultra-processed foods — like sugary cereals, sodas, chips, frozen pizzas and more — are products created through industrial processes with ingredients such as additives, colors and preservatives not found in home kitchens.
However, studying their health impacts is hard because it’s difficult to accurately track what people eat. Typical diet studies rely on asking people what they ate during a certain period. But such reports are known to be unreliable because people don’t remember everything they ate, or they don’t record their diets accurately.
In this study, Loftfield and her colleagues examined existing data of more than 1,000 older US adults. More than 700 of them had provided blood and urine samples, as well as detailed dietary recall reports, collected over a year.
The scientists found that hundreds of metabolites —products of digestion and other processes — corresponded to the percentage of energy a person consumes from ultra-processed foods. From those, they devised a system using 28 blood markers and up to 33 urine markers that reliably predicted ultra-processed food intake in people consuming typical diets.
It’s still early research, but identifying blood and urine markers to predict consumption of ultra-processed foods is “a major scientific advance,” said Dr. Dariush Mozzafarian from Tufts University, who was not involved in the study. Loftfield said she hoped to apply the tool to existing studies where blood and urine samples are available to track, for instance, the effect of consuming ultra-processed foods on cancer risk.
However, at a time when support for government research is being cut, funding remains uncertain.
32. How did the researchers conduct their study
A. By testing new food additives in laboratories.
B. By interviewing people about their eating habits.
C. By analyzing blood and urine samples with dietary data.
D. By comparing home-cooked meals with processed foods.
33. The word “metabolites” in paragraph 6 most likely refers to .
A. artificial food colors. B. kitchen cooking ingredients.
C. substances from bodily processes. D. industrial additives in processed foods.
34. What is Dr. Dariush Mozzafarian’s attitude toward the new method
A. Skeptical. B. Favorable. C. Indifferent. D. Critical.
35. What is the author’s primary purpose in writing this passage
A. To criticize the food industry’s use of additives.
B. To promote government funding for cancer research.
C. To compare different methods of dietary assessment.
D. To explain a scientific breakthrough in diet tracking.
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。
Raised in a home where tension surfaced from time to time, I realized from a young age that the house wasn’t always comforting. 36 I spent hours exploring the woods behind my house. I filled my pockets with smooth rocks. I walked on piles of fallen leaves, letting the sound and feel under my feet comfort me.
Before I had the language or understanding of it, I built my own wellness regimen (养生法) around wild places. Outside, birds fly; flowers come out; rivers rush by and waves crash against the beach and return to the sea. 37 Maybe, I thought, I could grow, change and rebuild my life too.
38 Hippocrates, the father of medicine in the fourth century B.C., stressed nature’s ability to heal us. In recent decades, scientific studies have related going outdoors to improved mental health. In fact, a field of research called“ecopsychology”has appeared, founded on the idea that any time spent outside leads to better immune function, lower anxiety, and higher self-worth.
I’ll never know to what extent my time spent outdoors protected me as a child, but my adult physical and mental health look better than my childhood struggles would lead you to expect. Nature was the first mental health tool I had access to in life. As an adult, I’ve added ways like talk therapy (疗法), EMDR, and bodywork. 39
Whether we walk in a city park or climb a mountain, the outdoors offers an opportunity to take a break and renew ourselves. 40 Like wildlife, we can grow and adapt, fit into our surroundings, and become more energetic, making our lives more lively.
A. The idea that nature has healing power is not new.
B. Sharing outdoor adventures with friends created joy.
C. The natural world is constantly moving and reinventing itself.
D. So whenever I could, I went outside to enjoy what nature offered.
E. It provides enough to wake our senses and keep us in the moment.
F. But the outdoors was — and will remain — a context for my healing.
G. The best part is that you don’t need a lot of time outdoors to see the benefits.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Albert Einstein was one of the greatest scientists in the world. He 41 many theories or ideas. These theories contributed greatly to people’s 42 of the universe.
Albert Einstein was born in Ulm, Germany, on March 14, 1879. He did not do well in school, but he was 43 in mathematics and science. While at college, he studied physics and math. After graduation, he 44 in a government office. At the same time, he 45 studying physics on his own.
In 1905 Einstein 46 a stir (轰动) by publishing five major research papers. One of these papers contained completely 47 ideas about the“properties”of light. Einstein received the Nobel Prize for Physics in 1921, 48 for the work in this paper.
In another paper, Einstein 49 the special theory of relativity, which changed how scientists thought about energy and matter.
During World War II Einstein 50 the United States to build nuclear weapons (核武器). He felt that these weapons might be needed to 51 the Nazis. However, after World War II Einstein tried to 52 any future use of atomic weapons, because he discovered the great 53 that atomic weapons could bring to mankind. He hoped that science would bring happiness and peace to human beings instead of suffering and 54 .
Einstein died in Princeton, New Jersey, on April 18, 1955. He will always be 55 as a great scientist with great achievement.
41.A. refused B. doubted C. advanced D. tested
42.A. understanding B. enjoying C. frightening D. observing
43.A. puzzled B. troubled C. stuck D. interested
44.A. survived B. worked C. recovered D. competed
45.A. considered B. suggested C. continued D. deserved
46.A. ignored B. lost C. found D. caused
47.A. old B. new C. funny D. traditional
48.A. mainly B. finally C. exactly D. actually
49.A. came across B. watched out C. put forward D. cheered up
50.A. forced B. advised C. discouraged D. begged
51.A. defeat B. change C. desert D. realize
52.A. mislead B. promote C. cover D. prevent
53.A. difficulties B. disasters C. results D. contributions
54.A. shortcomings B. warning C. surroundings D. killing
55.A. joked B. debated C. remembered D. blamed
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。
Smart home technology is transforming the way we live. Devices that 56 (consider) luxuries a few years ago are now becoming 57 (necessity) in many households. From voice-controlled assistants to automated lighting systems, these innovations promise to make our lives 58 (convenient) and efficient than before.
However, experts warn that this convenience comes at 59 cost. Privacy (隐私) concerns have emerged as a major issue. 60 many devices collecting vast amounts of personal data. A recent study has revealed that smart speakers can 61 (accident) activate and record private conversations without users’ knowledge. 62 worries privacy advocates most is that some devices continue to collect data even when they are turned off.
Despite these risks, the smart home market continues to grow rapidly. Analysts predict that in the near future, nearly every new home 63 (feature) some form of smart technology. The key challenge lies in balancing innovation with security, 64 ensures that convenience does not compromise our fundamental right to privacy. 65 (drive) by such concerns, manufacturers are now racing to develop better encryption (加密) methods.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
66. 假定你是学生会主席李华,你校下周将举办主题为“Smart & Fun Future”的科创节(Science and Innovation Festival)。请你代表学生会写一封倡议信发布到你校英文报上,内容包括:
1. 活动的时间、地点和目的;
2. 活动的流程;
3. 呼吁同学们积极参与。
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。
Dear fellow students,
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Students’ Union
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。
In the corner of our basement sits a shelf filled with old radios — wooden boxes with metal buttons and antennas (天线), whose colors faded with time. To most, they might seem like waste. But to my grandfather, they were treasure chests of stories.
My grandfather grew up in a small mountain village, where the only way to hear news of the outside world was through an old, noisy and unclear radio that he fixed by connecting wires under high heat. “I didn’t understand most of the words,” he used to laugh. “But the music spoke to me.” Fixing radios became more than a hobby — it was how he reached out to the world. He learned everything through repeated trials, until broken silence turned into sound again.
My mother never planned to keep this habit. As a teenager, she preferred tape players and music that she could carry with her. But when Grandpa passed away, she couldn’t throw away his tools or the radios he left. “They’re part of him,” she once said, gently turning a round metal button on one of the radios. Slowly, she began trying to fix a few of them, not as an expert, but with care and curiosity.
By the time I was ten, I had watched my mother spend many weekends surrounded by small parts and wires. “Come and try with me,” she said one Saturday. “Let’s see if we can fix this one together.” I didn’t know what to do, and I didn’t even like machines. I enjoyed reading and drawing. But when she turned the button and a jazz tune started playing, I felt something touched me.
Soon, fixing radios became our weekly activity. She showed me how to look closely at every wire and tiny part, and how to be patient and listen carefully. “Sometimes the problem isn’t what you see,” she said. “It’s what you hear — or don’t hear.”
Unlike my mother, I fell in love with it quickly. I began collecting old radios from neighbors and even tried fixing ones that no longer worked. I didn’t just want to make them work — I wanted to bring back their sound.
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。
One winter evening, a sudden power cut hit our village.
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When the power was restored, everyone thanked me for bringing them music.
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答案
听力
1-5 BCCAA 6-10 CCBCA 11-15 BBBBC 16-20 BCABC
阅读理解
21-23 ABC 24-27DCBA 28-31 CBAD 32-35 CCBD 36-40 DCAFE
完形填空答案
41. C 42.A 43.D 44.B 45.C 46.D 47.B 48.A 49.C 50.B 51.A 52.D 53.B 54.D 55.C
语法填空答案
56. were considered
57. necessities
58. more convenient
59. a
60. with
61. accidentally
62. What
63. will feature
64. which
65. Driven
短文写作范文
Dear fellow students,
Our school’s “Smart & Fun Future” Science and Innovation Festival will be held next week on the playground. It aims to spark creativity, make science enjoyable, and showcase students’ innovative ideas.
The festival starts with an opening ceremony featuring a scientist’s lecture. Then, there will be exhibits of students’ inventions, interactive science games, and a workshop on DIY tech projects. It will end with an award ceremony for outstanding works.
This is a fantastic chance to explore, create, and have fun. Don’t miss it! Come join us and let’s embrace the smart future together!
Students’ Union
读后续写范文
One winter evening, a sudden power cut hit our village. The whole village was swallowed by darkness, and the cold silence seemed to stretch endlessly. I quickly invited the neighbors over to my house. From a large box, I took out several radios I had repaired over the past few weeks — old sets they had once given me, broken and forgotten. I placed them on a wooden bench and began turning the metal buttons, adjusting the metal antennas one by one. Slowly, voices and music began to rise. People leaned in, eyes wide, smiles spreading across their anxious faces.
When the power was restored, everyone thanked me for bringing them music. However, I shook my head and said, “It wasn’t just me — it was Grandpa.” I began telling them how he had fixed his first radio before and how he passed that quiet love down to my mother. As I spoke, everyone listened carefully and nodded in agreement. That night, I understood something deeper: fixing radios wasn’t only about sound or skill — it was about connection. In moments of silence or trouble, these old radios carried more than news or music; they carried the stories of who we are. And as long as someone keeps tuning in, that story will continue.
听力原文
1. W: Justin, my favorite singer is holding a concert this Friday. Do you want to go with me
M: Indeed, but I have a very busy schedule that day. I have to attend a conference in the afternoon and meet an important client at dinner time.
2. W: Tell me what you are looking for.
M: It should be at least four bedrooms and a big sitting room.
W: OK. May I ask how much you would spend
M: No more than $300,000.
3. M: Hurry up! The online lecture about space exploration starts in 15 minutes. We have only 25 minutes now. We still have half an hour to log in and test the equipment.
W: Oh, right. I mixed up the time. It’s 3:15 in the afternoon, not 3 o’clock sharp.
4. M: Emily, which restaurant do you usually go to
W: Green’s.
M: I’ve heard it. It’s pretty good. Oh, it’s said a new restaurant opened nearby with much better decoration and reasonable price.
W: I know, but it’s too noisy there for me.
5. M: I went back to my home village for the first time in years. I barely recognized it, and my cousin’s family turned their old house into a guesthouse for tourists.
W: That’s happening everywhere now. Many young people start online businesses in their hometown. They prepare all kinds of fruits and handicrafts.
6. W: Happy Home Hotel. How may I assist you
M: Hello, this is Jack Thompson. I checked out the day before yesterday from room 306 and realized I left my office key in the room.
W: Mr. Thompson, just to confirm, you checked in on October 6th and checked out at 9 a.m. on October 8th, correct
M: Yes, that’s right.
W: Our cleaning log only mentions finding a card; no keys were reported found.
M: That’s it. My office uses an access card. It’s white.
W: OK. I’ve sent you an email, sir. Please reply with your mailing address, and I’ll arrange to send it back to you.
7. W: John, I heard you made a nice speech at school. How did you improve your public speaking skills
M: It’s thanks to TED, a useful free app. It collects hundreds of talks from the world’s most famous thinkers, leaders, artists, etc. I can download them to watch offline.
W: It seems that online learning apps are really great.
M: Absolutely. They show me a new way of learning.
8. W: Which app do you think is the best for your schoolwork besides TED
M: I often use Khan Academy. It allows me to learn almost anything for free. It covers many subjects. Its real magic is that it allows me to create my own learning plan.
W: That’s great. I’m going to download it right now. Thanks for your sharing.
M: So I’d like to recommend a book: Ways of Seeing by John Berger.
W: Is it difficult It looks quite thick.
M: Actually, it’s very easy to read. The author doesn’t use big words. And every chapter has lots of pictures — you can see what he’s talking about. Last year, many students told me they finished it in two weeks!
W: Is it a novel
M: Nope. But it reads like a storybook! Berger starts from ancient times and moves step by step to modern art. Many students think it’s boring at first, but once they start, they can’t put it down. Oh, and don’t buy the old edition. The new one has better photos and cleverer pictures.
W: Thanks! We’ll get the new one.
9. M: Hi, Sally! I’m great. I’m going on holiday next week.
W: Really Are you going with your family
M: My parents are working, so they can’t come. I’m going with my friend and his family.
W: Lucky you. So where are you going for the holiday
M: Well, there were different places to choose from. One was on the coast, and I liked the idea of a city break, but I chose a mountain holiday in Canada.
W: So there won’t be any shops or a nearby town.
M: No, I don’t worry about that. It doesn’t matter. It’s next to a lake. So we’re planning to go swimming and boating.
W: That sounds great. When do you leave
M: Our flight leaves on the 11th of August. We’re staying there for 7 days. So we’re coming back on the 18th.
W: It sounds really good. Have you packed your things yet
M: Not yet. I’ve got to buy some new clothes first.
10. W: Over the summer, I came across a notice for a community “Senior & Teen” program. It paired up teenagers with neighbors over 60, so I decided to give it a shot. That’s how I got matched with Mrs. Brown, who lived a few streets away.
This wasn’t any ordinary assignment. I visited Mrs. Brown every Tuesday and Saturday afternoon — for about an hour each time. Most of our time was spent me helping her with tech stuff, like using her phone to message, shop online, or scan old photos into a digital album. I still remember her laugh when she finally sent that album to her daughter all by herself!
We also had to turn in a short “Community Memory” each week, based on our chats. At first, I thought it was kind of a pointless assignment. But hearing Mrs. Brown’s stories about the neighborhood back in the day made me realize something: a community isn’t just houses and streets — it’s built from all these little memories that people carry with them.

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