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河北枣强中学高二英语周测试题三
使用日期：2026年9月27日
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 did Amy for get to buy
A. Milk. B. Bread. C. Eggs.
2. What does the woman want to do in the new year
A. Start a business. B. Do volunteer work. C. Learn an instrument.
3. What does the man probably do
A. An athlete. B. A reporter. C. A coach.
4. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a hotel. B. In a store. C. At home.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A project. B. A market. C. A customer.
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. How does Linda feel
A. Excited. B. Annoyed. C. Disappointed.
7. What major did Linda choose
A. Physics. B. Management. C. Engineering.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8. What was the original price of the running shoes
A. $80. B. $100. C. $120.
9. How will the woman pay
A. By check. B. In cash. C. By card.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10. What happened to Catherine yesterday morning
A. She got bitten by a dog. B. Her Internet broke down. C. Her laptop system was lost.
11. What has Catherine done to adapt
A. She has set up a suitable schedule. B. She has attended virtual meetings.
C. She has joined online communities.
12. How does Catherine find working from home
A. Totally relaxing. B. Extremely stressful. C. Generally enjoyable.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
13. Why does Tara talk to Sean
A. To ask for some advice. B. To remind him of an exam. C. To help him reduce anxiety.
14. Where should Tara study for an exam in Sean’s opinion
A. In a library. B. In a classroom. C. In a dormitory.
15. How can Tara relax right before the exam
A. By joining a WeChat group. B. By writing down her worries.
C. By organizing exam materials.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Co-workers. B. Classmates. C. Teacher and student.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17. Who is the first player under 9 to beat a grandmaster
A. Jack Stopa. B. Ashwath Kaushik. C. Leonid Ivanovic.
18. Which country does Ashwath Kaushik now represent in international chess events
A. India. B. Singapore. C. Poland.
19. What did Ashwath Kaushik do at the age of 4
A. He started to play chess. B. He left his grandparents. C. He worked for a newspaper.
20. Why does Ashwath Kaushik like playing chess
A. It helps to improve his thinking ability. B. It enables him to make new friends easily.
C. It lets him spend quality time with his family.
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，选出最佳选项。
A
National parks are more than scenic places on a map: they protect natural landscapes, preserve historic memories and provide visitors with opportunities for outdoor exploration. The following sites show how nature, history and recreation come together in different forms.
NATIONAL MONUMENT, Grand Portage
It brings to life the past of the North American fur trade from the perspective of the Anishinaabe (阿尼什纳比族), who partnered closely with the North West Company. Walk along wilderness trails that once served as vital links(纽带) between fur traders and travelers. Discover the ancient camps and a reconstructed trading depot (仓库) in its historic location. See how it shaped co-management with the government today.
NATIONAL RIVER AREA, Mississippi
In the middle of a bustling urban setting, this 72-mile river park offers quiet stretches for fishing, boating, birdwatching, bicycling, camping and hiking. And there are plenty of visitor centers and trails that highlight the fascinating human history of the Mississippi River. This is a great place to start your adventure of this iconic river.
NATIONAL RIVERWAY, Saint Croix
Grab your paddle and love for adventure to the St. Croix, offering over 200 miles of clean water that glides and rushes through a forested landscape. Paddle, boat, fish, and camp among this wild and scenic beauty. Hiking and historic tours also offer rewarding alternatives for your outdoor exploration.
21. What can we learn about Grand Portage National Monument
A. Its role in protecting local wildlife. B. Its history as a fur-trading place.
C. Its efforts to reconstruct a trading depot. D. Its influence on present-day global trade.
22. What do NATIONAL RIVER AREA and NATIONAL RIVERWAY have in common
A. Tourist centers. B. Urban landscape.
C. Camping choices. D. Environmental protection.
23. Where is the text most likely from
A. A history essay. B. A travel journal.
C. A geography textbook. D. A national park website.
B
For years, I viewed my grandfather’s vineyard (葡萄园) as a chain tying me to a forgotten past. Every summer vacation felt like a sentence. The air smelled of damp earth and pesticide, a sharp contrast to the clean, digital scent of my city life. I counted down the days until my escape, the quiet countryside feeling not peaceful, but empty and slow.
Then things began to change with the arrival of a young agricultural scientist, Miss Li, from the county’s new “Rural Revitalization” project. She brought not just new organic fertilizers, but a tablet full of colorful soil analysis charts. My grandfather listened with polite skepticism, his face a mask of weathered tradition. Out of boredom, I started wandering around them. I was surprised to find myself inspired. I began translating the technical terms on the tablet into our local dialect for Grandpa, and explaining his decades of wisdom to Miss Li. A tiny spark (火花) of curiosity lit up where there was once only dullness.
One afternoon, a sudden hailstorm threatened the ripening grapes. Panic seized me — not for myself, but for the vines we had grown. Miss Li showed us satellite weather tracking on her phone, predicting the storm’s path. For the first time, I didn’t see technology as an enemy of this place, but as its friend. A fierce sense of protection, mixed with a new-found awe, warmed me from within. I was no longer just an observer; I got involved.
The autumn harvest was a success of this unlikely partnership. Grandfather placed a heavy hand on my shoulder. “This harvest,” he said, his voice thick with emotion, “has your mark on it.” A profound pride, deep and solid, settled in my chest. I finally understood that my growth wasn’t about escaping this land, but about enriching it. The vineyard was no longer my chain; it had become my canvas. In helping to save its roots, I had discovered my own.
24. What did the author initially think of his summer in the vineyard
A. A burden. B. A reward. C. A lesson. D. An entertainment.
25. What changed the author’s view of the vineyard
A. Miss Li’s suggestion. B. His grandfather’s persuasion.
C. His involvement in the vineyard. D. The new “Rural Revitalization” project.
26. What does “canvas” in the last paragraph symbolize
A. The freedom of modern urban life.
B. The transition between tradition and modernity.
C. A material for recording one’s experience.
D. A platform for realizing one’s potential and value.
27. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text
A. From Chain to Canvas: My Growth in the Vineyard
B. A Summer Escape: From City Life to the Countryside
C. An Existing Success: the “Rural Revitalization” Project
D. The Lasting Conflict: Traditional Wisdom vs Modern Tech
C
People from East Asia tend to have more difficulty than those from Europe in distinguishing facial expressions — and a new report published online in Current Biology explains why.
Rachael Jack, University of Glasgow researcher, said that rather than scanning evenly across a face as Westerners do, Easterners fix their attention on the eyes.
“We show that Easterners and Westerners look at different face features to read facial expressions,” Jack said. “Westerners look at the eyes and the mouth in equal measure, whereas Easterners favor the eyes and overlook the mouth.”
According to Jack and her colleagues, the discovery shows that human communication of emotion is more complex than previously believed. As a result, facial expressions that had been considered universally recognizable cannot be used to reliably convey emotion in cross-cultural situations.
The researchers studied cultural differences in the recognition of facial expressions by recording the eye movements of 13 Western Caucasian and 13 East Asian people while they observed pictures of expressive faces and put them into categories: happy, sad, surprised, fearful, disgusted (厌恶的), angry, or neutral (中性的). They compared how accurately participants read those facial expressions using their particular eye movement strategies.
It turned out that Easterners focused much greater attention on the eyes and made significantly more errors than Westerners did. “The cultural difference in eye movements that they show is probably a reflection of cultural difference in facial expressions,” Jack said. “Our data suggest that whereas Westerners use the whole face to convey emotion, Easterners use the eyes more and mouth less.”
In short, the data show that facial expressions are not universal signals of human emotion. From here on, examining how cultural factors have diversified (多样化) these basic social skills will help our understanding of human emotion. Otherwise, when it comes to communicating emotions across cultures, Easterners and Westerners will find themselves lost in translation.
28. The discovery shows that Westerners
A. consider facial expressions universally reliable
B. pay equal attention to the eyes and the mouth
C. observe the eyes and the mouth in different ways
D. have more difficulty in recognizing facial expressions
29. What were the people asked to do in the study
A. To make a face at each other. B. To get their faces impressive.
C. To classify some face pictures. D. To observe the researchers’ faces.
30. In comparison with Westerners, Easterners are likely to .
A. examine the eyes more attentively B. study the mouth more frequently
C. perform translation more successfully D. read facial expressions more correctly
31. What key might critics highlight about the study’s design
A. Dependence on subjective emotion categorization.
B. Use of static photos instead of natural expressions.
C. Lack of more diverse American cultural groups.
D. Failure to track eye movements during observation.
D
A long face is not the only sign that someone is down. A recent study found how people walk is revealing too, particularly the swing of the arms and legs.
“Walking is one of the most familiar and well-practiced whole-body movements for humans,” said Mina Wokabayashi, the lead author of the study. “Because of this, changes in emotional state may naturally appear in the way we walk. In our results, movements with larger arm and leg swings were more likely to be perceived as angry, whereas movements with smaller swings were more likely to be perceived as sad or fearful.”
During the research, the scientists asked actors to recall life events that caused anger, happiness, fear or sadness and then walk a short distance while keeping each memory in mind. The participants wore tight clothing and reflective markers, allowing the researchers to create point-light videos from the side and front which captured their ways of walking without their facial expressions and other bodily cues. Volunteers then watched the videos and declared what emotion each pace brought. They recognized all of the portrayed emotions better than chance. the researchers wrote in Royal Society Open Science.
“To some degree, the walkers’ intended emotions were indeed perceived by the observers,”
A second experiment tried to determine specific movements that gave away the walkers’ emotions. To do this, the researchers took walking videos from people without extreme emotions and edited the videos to increase or reduce the arm and leg swing. Again, the observers saw more pronounced swinging as angry, with less seen as sad or fearful.
Emotions are likely to influence all manner of other ways in which people move their bodies, and researchers hope to explore these in future work. “Being able to infer emotions from body movement may help us understand others quickly during social interactions, even without words,” Wokabayashi said. That could mean spotting people’s emotions from afar and changing how we approach them, depending on whether they seem angry or sad.
32. How do annoyed people tend to walk according to the study
A. With smaller arm and leg swings. B. With larger arm and leg swings.
C. With quicker and lighter steps. D. With longer and firmer paces.
33. What can we infer from paragraph 3
A. Actors are full of emotions. B. Researchers prefer using videos.
C. The participants were casually dressed. D. The results matched researchers’ prediction.
34. What does the second experiment focus on
A. The link between certain action and emotion. B. The anger most people feel when walking.
C. The ability of people to control feelings. D. The accuracy of emotion experiments.
35. What will the researchers explore next
A. Skills to improve social communication.
B. Methods of controlling one’s own emotions.
C. The connection between walking and health.
D. Other body movements affected by emotions.
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。
At its most basic level, laughter affects our physical body. It enables us to take in more oxygenated air and stimulate our lungs. 36 This leads to several benefits.
Increases heart health
As we laugh at funny events, our cardiac (心脏的) health improves. Laughter provides this benefit by increasing our heart rate and lowering our blood pressure. 37 One study found that people who rarely or never laughed were 1.21 times more likely to have heart disease than those who laughed daily. This helps strengthen the benefits of humour on heart health.
Reduces physical pain
Let’s say we have a severe headache but are watching an extremely funny show. As we watch and laugh, we may become at least somewhat distracted from the headache and discomfort. 38 Established mechanisms are operating internally to enhance our ability to resist pain. Naturally occurring hormones called endorphins, for example, get to work. Because we’re laughing up a storm, our body produces these natural painkillers.
39__________
Laughing offers another physical benefit — it can help us sleep better. In one small-scale study, residents at a long-term care hospital engaged in 40-minute laughter therapy sessions twice a week; for four weeks. Their sleep quality improved during this time, as did their feelings of depression. Combining laughter with yoga, called laughing yoga, has also been found to improve sleep quality and help us fall asleep faster. This form of yoga involves movements that make us want to laugh.
Boosts immunity
Overall, extensive laughter supports the immune system, which makes us more resistant to disease. By laughing, we increase antibody-producing cells and enhance the effectiveness of T cells in our body. 40 Physicians and mental health professionals can use laughter to help patients achieve positive health outcomes.
A. Improves sleep.
B. Improves social communication.
C. Laughter helps reduce daily stress.
D. This is much like how our body responds to exercise.
E. These tiny things act like a defense army to fight illness.
F. But the distraction alone isn’t what reduces our pain perception.
G. Moments of loud laughter also relieve tension in our muscles.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节;满分55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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Last summer, I had the opportunity to attend an international summer camp. It was exciting, yet I soon encountered an unexpected challenge. My roommate, Ahmed from Egypt, was friendly, but I found his habit of standing 41 close, when talking to me, hard to accept. I instinctively stepped back, which seemed to 42 him. The atmosphere grew tense, and I began to 43 my own behavior.
Later, in a culture sharing session, I learned that in many Arab countries, standing close 44 trust and warmth, while in my culture, more personal space is preferred. This was not about right or wrong; it 45 different cultural norms. I realized my step back might have been 46 as a sign of coldness or rejection.
With this new 47 , I decided to bridge the gap. I explained my feelings to Ahmed 48 , and he shared his perspective. We agreed to 49 a middle ground. This experience taught me that cultural differences, though sometimes causing 50 , can lead to deeper understanding if we approach them with 51 minds. It is not about changing who we are, but about 52 the beautiful diversity of human interaction. Understanding begins when we choose to 53 beyond our own perspectives. After all, in our 54 world, the ability to navigate (驾驭) cultural differences is not just a skill, but a 55 for sincere connection.
41.A. friendly B. confidently C. purposefully D. uncomfortably
42.A. please B. embarrass C. comfort D. welcome
43.A. reflect on B. give up C. worry about D. object to
44.A. changes B. doubts C. challenges D. signals
45.A. explained B. represented C. caused D. hid
46.A. ignored B. interpreted C. introduced D. interrupted
47.A. problem B. language C. insight D. custom
48.A. angrily B. secretly C. frankly D. anxiously
49.A. find B. avoid C. cross D. lose
50.A. excitement B. comfort C. confusion D. joy
51.A. open B. closed C. narrow D. blank
52.A. judging B. fearing C. appreciating D. changing
53.A. look B. step C. turn D. speak
54.A. simple B. quiet C. disconnected D. interconnected
55.A. barrier B. necessity C. choice D. burden
第二节 语法填空(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。
A study 56 (conduct) by leading behavioral scientists shows that nearly 70% of communication happens nonverbally. Understanding human body language is essential because not everyone possesses a perfect poker face at all times. Even when individuals try their hardest to remain polite, their true internal feelings often leak out through subtle facial signals, 57 (imply) that they might be feeling irritated or overwhelmed.
One common red flag is the frequent and sudden use of mobile phones. In today’s always-connected culture, looking down at a digital screen provides a socially acceptable escape. However, such behavior often signals deep boredom or annoyance. If someone is 58 (genuine) interested in what you are saying, they will stay fully engaged. In some strict 59 (profession) settings, employees are suggested that they 60 (ban) from using smartphones during meetings to ensure that everyone focuses entirely on 61 social interaction occurring at that moment.
Physical movements also provide vital clues. Many people tend to shift in their seats or take heavy 62 (breathe) when annoyed. These actions are attempts to reset the nervous system and regain calmness. By making a careful 63 (compare) between a person’s normal behavior and these sudden physical shifts, you can easily detect discomfort. Learning to interpret these signals correctly helps build better communication and avoid misunderstandings.
These behaviors often indicate a hidden conflict. The conversation, 64 which someone’s sudden sighing is a direct response, usually ends awkwardly if the signs are ignored. Ultimately, 65 matters most is our ability to read the room and respect others’ personal boundaries.
第三节 ：单句填空；（每空0.5分，满分5分）
66. Visitors are required to keep within the park’s (边界；界限) and not to enter restricted areas.
67. When you (打喷嚏), air and often small drops of liquid suddenly come out of your nose and mouth in a way you cannot control.
68. No two fallen leaves from the same tree are (相同的) in shape and surface detail.
69. Trains are (可靠的), cheap and the best choice for our long-distance travel plans.
70. Improper body-language behaviour will make you feel (尴尬的) in public. Therefore, think twice before you act.
71. China has been at the forefront of AI (adopt) and has found solutions to global problems.
72. Residents living near the airport received messages which reminded them of the strict (prohibit) against flying drones beneath aircraft routes.
73. She was deeply (shame) of her rude body-language behavior at the lively party last night.
74. Women who eat plenty of fresh vegetables are far less likely to suffer (anxious) or depression.
75. Our teacher tried his best to prevent students from (distract) their attention in class.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）
第一节 （满分15分）
66. 假设你是李华，是北京欢乐谷的一名导游。请你根据以下要点，向一个英国中学生旅游团进行简单的景点介绍：
（1）北京欢乐谷（Happy Valley of Beijing）主题公园占地56万平方米，于2006年7月对外开放；
（2）游客可以参与多项活动，有多种设施（facility）可以满足不同年龄段人群的需要；
（3）可以观看多种精彩表演；
（4）参观时要注意安全。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
第二节 （满分20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。
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。
Ninny grew up with her grandparents. Her grandmother worked as a housekeeper, and her grandfather was too weak to move. In his wheelchair, Grandfather told her stories about flowers, princesses and sunrises. Those stories always ended with the same message: A simple act of kindness creates an endless ripple(涟漪) that comes back to you.
One day, Ninny was at the supermarket with her grandmother. They only bought the bare minimum. “Oh!” Ninny jumped when she spotted a chocolate cake. She pulled her grandmother’s sleeve. “Grandfather’s birthday is around the corner! Can we, please, please have it ” The old lady eyed the chocolate cake. There were beautiful decorations on the top with fancy designs on the side. Picking up the cake, Grandmother took a close look at the price and sighed. “Ninny, we can’t afford it. It’s $40!”
Ninny pouted (噘嘴), trying to convince her grandmother. Yet she knew that her grandmother would not bend, even if she begged with her puppy eyes. No matter what, money did not grow on trees. Ninny sighed and turned around. Grandmother gave her a sad smile and turned towards the cashier.
Almost out of nowhere, a man with a 50 dollar bill and the chocolate cake approached her and handed these things to Ninny.“Have them, dear.”
Ninny took a closer look at the man. He was average. Average face, average clothes, and average everything. He was just a random man.
The man bent down and maintained eye contact with Ninny. “Do you know why I’m giving you these ” Ninny shook her head. “When I was a little boy, a man bought me a chocolate cake. He just overheard a conversation I had with my mother. Nothing else. He gave me some money and a small slip of paper. Then he left.” The man reached into his pocket and took out a dog eared piece of paper. Looking at the words written, Ninny wore a smile on her face, for she was so familiar with the message.
Ninny hugged the dollar bill, cake and the piece of paper to her chest.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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Grandfather’s eyes widened, “You won’t believe it!”
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高二英语周测三
听力答案
1. B 2.C 3.A 4.C 5.A 6.A 7.C 8.B 9.C 10.B 11.A 12.C 13.A 14.B 15.B 16.B 17.C 18.B 19.A 20.A
阅读理解答案
21. B 22.C 23.D 24.A 25.C 26.D 27.A 28.B 29.C 30.A 31.C 32.B 33.D 34.A 35.D
七选五答案
36. G 37.D 38.F 39.A 40.E
完形填空答案
41. B 42.A 43.C 44.D 45.B 46.B 47.C 48.C 49.A 50.D 51.C 52.A 53.A 54.D 55.B
语法填空答案
56. ventilated 57.implying 58.genuinely 59.professional 60.should be banned 61.the 62.breaths parison 64.to 65.what
单词拼写
66. boundaries 67.sneeze 68.identical 69.reliable 70.embarrassed 71.adoption 72.prohibition 73.ashamed 74.anxiety 75.distracting
应用文范文
Dear friends,
Welcome to Happy Valley of Beijing!
Opened in July 2006, this theme park covers an area of 560,000 square meters. It offers a variety of activities and facilities suitable for people of all ages — thrilling rides for adventure lovers and gentle games for kids. You can also enjoy wonderful performances throughout the day. There are also colorful parades with performers who wear vivid costumes and dance energetically for visitors!
Please remember to follow safety guidelines during your visit. Wish you a fantastic time here!
读后续写范文
Ninny hugged the dollar bill, cake and the piece of paper to her chest. As they walked back home, she couldn’t help but read the message on the paper again and again: “A simple act of kindness creates an endless ripple that comes back to you.” The stories her grandfather often told her constantly flashed in her mind. She made a silent vow to herself to pass on his kindness and help those in need. When they arrived home, Ninny excitedly narrated the encounter at the supermarket to her grandfather, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
Grandfather’s eyes widened, “You won’t believe it!” Grandpa continued in surprise, saying that this piece of paper was given to him by me. “That message, it’s the very same one I’ve been telling you in my stories! The world truly works in mysterious ways, Ninny.” His voice softened as he continued, “It seems our kindness has come full circle.” Yeah, just as the story the grandfather once told, a simple act of kindness creates an endless ripple that comes back to you.
听力原文
1.
M: Did you get everything I asked for from the store, Amy
W: Oops, I think I forgot something. I’ve got the milk and eggs.
M: All right, we can buy the bread and butter later.
2.
W: What are your New Year’s resolutions
M: I plan to start a small business and do some volunteer work. How about you
W: I want to learn the guitar and master photography.
3.
W: Congratulations on winning the gold medal. How do you feel about today’s game
M: Thanks. It was tough and I’m thrilled to have contributed to the team’s victory.
W: What do you think was the key to your success today
M: It was definitely our teamwork and the coach’s strategy.
4.
W: Have you seen the new dishwasher I’m pleased with its efficiency.
M: Yeah, its design fits our kitchen perfectly.
W: It is so quiet compared to our old one. Plus, it’s energy-efficient, which is great for our bills.
5.
W: How’s your team project coming along
M: It’s going well. We’ve taken customer feedback into account to ensure the marketing campaign meets everyone’s expectations.
第二节
听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音读两遍。
6-7
M: Well, Linda, look at that rocket. It’s about to take off.
W: I know, Jack. It’s wonderful to see this launch.
M: The amount of planning and precision behind this is incredible. As a physics major, I’m fascinated by the scientific principles involved.
W: I can’t imagine what it’s like for the astronauts who are ready to go into space.
M: They must be nervous and thrilled.
W: Yeah, such moments remind me why I chose to major in engineering to contribute to advanced technology and innovation.
8-9
M: Hello, madam, how can I assist you today
W: Hi! I’m looking for a pair of Size 8 running shoes. Do you have any recommendations
M: I’d suggest this pair of shoes. They’re currently twenty per cent off, so they’re only eighty dollars now.
W: All right, I’m willing to try them on. Well, these shoes are really comfortable. I’ll take them.
M: Great. How would you like to pay — card, cash or check
W: I’ll pay by card.
10-12
W: Brian, you won’t believe the morning I had yesterday.
M: What happened, Catherine
W: Well, I was all set to work on my design project when my Internet suddenly went down. It took me a long time to get it back to normal. But then, just as I was getting into the project, my neighbor’s dog started barking like crazy.
M: Sounds so exhausting. Working from home has its challenges.
W: Yeah, it’s unbelievable. Yesterday’s just one unpleasant surprise, but I’ve been learning to adapt and overcome challenges. For example, I’ve set up a schedule that works for me. I have fixed work time and breaks. And I plan to attend virtual coworking meetings and join online communities.
M: It sounds like you’re ready to embrace the challenges of working from home.
W: Definitely. Despite the challenges, I’m starting to appreciate the freedom and independence it gives me.
M: That’s good to hear.
13-16
W: Sean, you’ve always been great at handling exams. I have to start preparing for next week’s exam today. Do you have any tips for reducing test anxiety
M: Sure, Tara. One thing that really works for me is recreating exam conditions. Try studying in the classroom where the exam will be held rather than in the library or your dormitory.
W: That sounds like a good idea.
M: It’s also important to know the exam format, question types, exam content coverage and the materials you are allowed to bring with you during the exam in advance. Our teacher has provided the information in the WeChat group. Have you seen it
W: Yes, I went through it yesterday. Then what can I do right before the exam
M: Research suggests that spending ten minutes writing down your worries before the exam can help reduce anxiety.
W: That’s a brilliant idea. Thanks so much for your help.
M: No problem.
17-20
M: An 8-year-old from Singapore has become the youngest chess player to beat a grandmaster. Ashwath Kaushik was just 8 years, 6 months and 11 days old when he beat Polish grandmaster Jack Stopa on February 18th, 2024 in Switzerland. Ashwath broke the previous record, which was only just set in January, when the Serbian player Leonid Ivic — then 8 years and 11 months old — became the youngest player under the age of 9 to beat a grandmaster. Ashwath was born in India, moved to Singapore with his family, and now represents Singapore in international chess events. According to The Star, a newspaper in Malaysia, Ashwath started playing chess with his grandparents when he was 4 years old. He now plays chess for 2 hours a day on weekdays, and 6 to 7 hours a day on weekends. Asked why he likes chess, Ashwath told The Star, “It’s really fun, and it helps my brain get better and smarter because chess needs a lot of thinking to find the best moves.”

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