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2026-2027学年高三上学期10月阶段检测
英语试题
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. Where are the speakers
A. On a plane. B. At a station. C. At an airport.
2. What does the man want to do
A. Complain about an emergency. B. Extend the loan period for a book.
C. Ask about the due date of his book.
3. How does the woman feel now
A. Moved. B. Disappointed. C. Shocked.
4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Homeowner and gardener. B. Neighbors. C. Husband and wife.
5. What are the speakers talking about
A. Purchasing a new coat. B. Returning a coat. C. Planning a shopping trip.
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，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman intend to do during the summer
A. Volunteer in a school. B. Organize a family trip. C. Start a teaching program.
7. How long will the teaching program last
A. 30 days. B. 20 days. C. 10 days.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. Why is the man talking to the woman
A. To ask for information about a trip. B. To make changes to a reservation.
C. To discuss a program about whales.
9. How can the man go to the village
A. By coach. B. By car. C. By minibus.
10. When does the conversation probably take place
A. On 4 April. B. On 18 April. C. On 2 June.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why does the man recommend the new place
A. Its pizza is excellent. B. It is near the office. C. It is newly opened.
12. What is the man going to do right away
A. Wait downstairs. B. Meet someone from IT. C. Go through some files.
13. What did the man do yesterday
A. He talked with Fiona. B. He apologized to Manuel. C. He argued with a workmate.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What is probably the woman
A. A doctor. B. An official. C. A hostess.
15. What has been done to the trees planted last year
A. They’ve been moved to another spot. B. They’ve been measured for oxygen output.
C. They’ve been compared with other species.
16. What is the present goal of the project
A. To expand the tree planting area. B. To introduce more tree species.
C. To win more academic prizes.
17. What contributed most to the research
A. The government fund. B. The private investment. C. The project stock price.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When did John return to the University of Montana
A. In 1965. B. In 1968. C. In 1972.
19. What was John’s first job in Princeton University’s Natural History Museum
A. A technician. B. A research assistant. C. A principal.
20. What major discovery did John make in the 1970s
A. He unlocked many dinosaurs’ DNA. B. He discovered a new dinosaur species.
C. He confirmed dinosaurs’ parental behavior.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分60分）
第一节 （共19小题；每小题2.5分，满分47.5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
Here are the best places to see the northern lights around the world.
Upper Peninsula, Michigan
Surrounded by untouched wilderness and the Great Lakes, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula features little light pollution and hundreds of miles of clear north-facing views along Lake Superior’s shoreline. For prime Northern Lights spotting territory, set up your tripod（三脚架）at Keweenaw Dark Sky Park, which holds star viewing workshops and events year-round. Northern lights season here is between October and April.
Svalbard, Norway
Svalbard, a Norwegian island between the mainland and the North Pole, is the only inhabited destination in the world where you can witness the northern lights at any time of day. Head to Svalbard during Polar Night — the country’s longest dark season — which lasts a full 113 days between November and January. With so many hours spent in darkness, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for aurora chasing（极光追逐）.
Abisko, Sweden
Live out your Frozen-inspired Scandinavian fairy tale in northern Sweden by first staying in the world’s original Icehotel and then heading 70 miles northwest to Abisko National Park. Sweden’s top spot for the northern lights. The position of mountains on both sides of the park creates a microclimate, gathering most clouds, rain, and snow, and creating the so-called “blue hole over Abisko”, where the Northern Lights appear on a near-nightly basis during peak season between September and March.
Fairbanks, Alaska
Low rainfall and an inland location contribute to countless, clear winter nights, and excellent viewing throughout a lengthy aurora season from August 21 through April 21 in Fairbanks, Alaska. Just outside the city lie several must-do lookout points like Cleary Summit, which even has its own comfortable Aurora Watching Hotel, Alternatively, head to one of greater Fairbanks’s hot spring resorts to soak（浸泡）while enjoying the aurora scene.
21. Where can you enjoy the northern lights all day long
A. Upper Peninsula, Michigan. B. Svalbard , Norway. C. Abisko, Sweden.
D. Fairbanks, Alaska.
22. When is the best time to visit Abisko National Park for the northern lights
A. September to March. B. August to April. C. November to January.
D. October to April.
23. Who would most likely be interested in visiting Cleary Summit
A. Tourists exploring microclimate.
B. Starviewers attending workshops.
C. People intending to bathe in hot springs.
D. Aurora chasers seeking a pleasant accommodation.
B
I’m Mayo. In a couple of minutes, I’d be called onstage to introduce myself to 100 people, like other new attendees who’d spoken confidently and gotten applause. Logically, I knew I shouldn’t fear public speaking, yet I was frightened. My body betrayed me with racing heart, sweaty hands, dry mouth, and negative thoughts flooded in: What if I pause improperly when speaking What if they dislike me What if I fail Before my turn, I escaped, my fear stopping me from speaking up again.
Having grown tired of fear controlling my life, I decided to overcome it for good. That choice was driven by the saying: “Fear is temporary. Regret is forever.” I arranged a 4-day getaway on my own, leaving behind the Internet, my phone and social media. All I would have was myself. Wandering the countryside and journaling, I figured out where my fear came from: my childhood. Whenever I’d spoken up in front of others back then, all I got was laughter, not praise.
Then I had a realization: fear wasn’t my enemy but a protector. I didn’t need to fight it, just reconcile by understanding its origin, valuing its purpose, and then letting it go. By the trip’s end, I’d filled a journal and started living in harmony with my fears, feeling more grateful. I’d aimed to overcome fear, but ultimately got on well with it.
Guided by “Face up to your fears and they won’t be your fears anymore,” I took small steps: raising my hand at events, then speaking to friends. Each step lifted a weight. Months later, I spoke to strangers. Chest tightness now came from excitement, not fear. Today, I speak confidently to diverse people. Public speaking isn’t about me, but positively impacting others. Someone in the audience always needs my message, which might change their lives or stop disastrous choices. With this service-focused way of thinking, fear no longer holds me back.
24. Why did the author escape before speaking
A. He forgot his lines. B. He had a sore throat.
C. He feared mistakes. D. He hated big crowds.
25. What do we know about Mayo’s four-day trip
A. It made him reconnect with friends. B. It included considerable difficulties.
C. It eased his fear by linking to nature. D. It helped him discover the source of fear.
26. What does the underlined word “reconcile” mean in paragraph 3
A. Seek targets. B. Make peace. C. Lessen reliance. D. Try new things.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Learn to Befriend Fear B. Fight against Fixed Thought
C. Fear Originates from Inside D. From Speechless to Talkative
C
Bilingualism（双语）has long been an attractive subject for researchers, educators, and linguists alike. In the past, the concept of bilingualism was often tied to cognitive（认知的）advantages. But what’s going on in a bilingual brain has remained somewhat unexplained.
To dig deeper, two researchers from New York University, Phillips and Pylkkanen, conducted an experiment to observe the brain activity of bilingual individuals who spoke both English and Korean. They also examine single language participants, which offers them a clearer picture of how speaking two languages influences brain function.
What they discovered was nothing short of inviting. Contrary to common belief, the brain of a bilingual person doesn’t necessarily prioritize one language over the other. Instead, it operates in a smoother way. The bilingual brain appears to process information in both languages with remarkable ease, adapting quickly depending on the context.
The most surprising finding from Phillips and Pylkkanen’s study was how effortlessly bilingual brains shifted between languages. Their research revealed that the brain activation patterns of bilinguals were less tied to which language they were using at the moment. This challenges previous assumptions that bilinguals would have specific “mental separate areas” for each language, switching between them like separate modes. Instead, the brain activity of bilingual individuals shows less distinct separation between the two languages.
For example, when switching between Korean and English, the brain didn’t have a stop or experience a mental block. Rather, it simply adapted. This is why bilingual individuals tend to excel at tasks requiring cognitive flexibility, such as problem-solving or multitasking.
For years, bilingualism has been associated with various cognitive benefits. Studies have shown that bilinguals may experience a slower decline in cognitive function compared to those who speak only one language. The ability to switch between languages effortlessly may help people keep clearheaded, even in older age.
Despite these stimulating findings, some reviewers claim that the cognitive benefits of speaking two languages are overstated and that other factors — such as socioeconomic status or education — play a larger role in cognitive development.
28. How did Phillips and Pylkkanen carry out their research
A. By making comparisons. B. By researching on pictures.
C. By referring to prior studies. D. By analyzing brain’s structure.
29. What is the common belief about a bilingual person’s brain
A. It is often short of attractive context. B. It ranks one language over the other.
C. It always confuses the two languages. D. It balances two languages harmoniously.
30. What causes bilingual people to be good at multitasking
A. Encounter of mental blocks. B. Mental adaptability of the brain.
C. Frequent language switching training. D. Mental separate areas for each language.
31. What is the reviewers’ attitude towards the findings
A. Indifferent. B. Tolerant. C. Negative. D. Appreciative.
D
Most people naturally trust doctors, assuming their expertise is rooted in years of treating real patients. Imagine a doctor who had never actually examined a human body, acquiring knowledge only from millions of medical texts. Although their explanations might still sound convincing, you are bound to question their genuine understanding.
Yet, we rarely apply this distrust to Large Language Models（LLMs） like Deepseek when seeking medical advice. We are often misled by their fluent responses, assuming they comprehend complex issues as humans do. This raises a critical question: Do these models truly reason（推理）, or do they merely imitate human reasoning To find it out, my colleagues and I conducted experiments comparing how humans and LLMs perform differently when faced with tasks requiring judgments.
We presented both humans and LLMs with news headlines and moral dilemmas. When checking if a piece of news is true, humans tend to rely on common sense, basic facts, and real-world experience. However, LLMs simply check their massive database of input texts to see how often certain words appear together in specific contexts. A similar difference appeared in moral questions. Humans decide right and wrong based on social rules and feelings. In contrast, models merely copy the language patterns they have “read” before. In a word, humans understand the real world, whereas LLMs just piece together words from their input.
Across the tasks, a consistent pattern emerges: where a human judges, a model correlates. This creates what we call “epistemia” — a dangerous misconception where the imitation of knowledge looks exactly like true understanding. The real danger is that models cannot form beliefs or tell the difference between what is actually true and what merely sounds reasonable.
What should a reader do with this knowledge Our advice is to seek a clearer understanding of what they can and cannot do, treating them as helpful assistants requiring constant human oversight（监督）, because they lack access to what judgment ultimately depends on: the world itself.
32. Why does the author mention “a doctor” in Paragraph 1
A. To emphasize the expertise of LLMs. B. To present the distrust from patients.
C. To outline the medical training process. D. To introduce the potential issue of LLMs.
33. What did the researchers aim to figure out
A. How fluently LLMs can answer questions. B. What helps people handle moral dilemmas.
C. Whether LLMs possess reasoning ability. D. Why people blindly follow medical advice.
34. How do LLMs deal with tasks requiring judgments
A. By connecting with human feelings. B. By imitating linguistic patterns.
C. By relying on firsthand experience. D. By applying basic social rules.
35. What does the author advise users to do regarding LLMs
A. Keep a clear awareness of their limits. B. Leave ultimate judgments to them.
C. Provide them with real-world access. D. Treat them as engines of understanding.
E
According to an official report, with more than 40% of US teenagers reporting ongoing feelings of sadness or hopelessness, Dr Kenneth Barish, a child psychologist, believes grandparents may be an important part of the solution. He says the decline of extended family involvement has been identified as a contributing factor to a continuing crisis in child and adolescent（青少年） mental health.
“We did not evolve to raise children with as little extended family and community support as most American parents have now,” says Dr Barish. “Children need grandparents, and they always have.”
In his new book, Dr Barish draws on 40 years of clinical experience, as well as findings from neuroscience, child development studies, and educational programs, to argue that grandparents can play a meaningful role in helping families navigate today’s parenting challenges.
Dr Barish says grandparents offer more than just practical support for parents. They also provide what he describes as “molecules of emotional health”, small but meaningful moments of encouragement, attention, and understanding that help strengthen children’s “emotional immune systems”.
“A child’s confident expectation that someone will listen and understand is the best protection against the emotional pathogens（病原体） they will experience throughout their childhood. More than anything else, children need someone in their life who listens, who helps them feel less alone, and who teaches them that problems can be solved, relationships can be repaired, and bad feelings do not last forever,” Dr Barish explains.
Ultimately, Dr Barish argues, “Helping children thrive（茁壮成长） depends less on teaching specific skills and more on fostering emotional strength, confidence, and meaningful relationships. Our children will then work harder, bounce back more quickly, show more caring and kindness toward others, and pursue interests with greater enthusiasm, commitment, and a sense of purpose.”
36. What does Dr Barish think contribute to the ongoing crisis in child mental health
A. Growing bonds between generations.
B. Reduced family and neighbor assistance.
C. Insufficient community support for parents.
D. Less participation from relatives in raising kids.
37. What lays the foundation of Dr Barish’s new book
A. His four-decade practice and findings from related fields.
B. His clinical records and data from brain science research.
C. His family upbringing and observations of child behavior.
D. His professional background and modern educational theories.
38. Which can be the molecules of emotional health
A. Strict rules for behavior. B. Expensive gifts for children.
C. Small acts of emotional care. D. Physical medicines for health.
39. What is crucial for children to thrive according to the last paragraph
A. Mastering specific skills. B. Pursuing personal interests.
C. Showing caring toward others. D. Developing emotional intelligence.
第二节 （共10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。
Finding a career as a teenager can be a frightening task, but it’s an important step in preparing you for the future. 40 . It’s a long-term professional path that allows you to use your skills and hobbies to earn a living and make a huge contribution to your country. So, how do you start
Identify your interests and values. You need to find what you’re most passionate about. Figuring out what matters most to you can help guide you towards a career. If you want to try different careers, there are countless career paths to choose from. 41 . You should step out of your comfort zone and research different industries and job titles to get opportunities.
Develop your knowledge and skills. This can involve taking relevant classes, participating in training sessions and volunteering in your community. 42 . You should build relationships with people who have firsthand experience in the fields. Consider joining professional workshops, attending career fairs and connecting with consultants who can offer advice.
43 . Finding a career that fits your interests and values may not happen overnight. It may take time, patience and effort to obtain the perfect job. If you stay focused and keep an open mind, you will increase your chances of finding a rewarding career.
Remember that finding a career as a teenager is an exciting process that requires self-reflection, exploration and persistence. By taking the time to understand your interests, developing your competence, and seeking direction from others, you can set yourself up for success. 44 .
A. Be persistent and stay positive
B. A career is more than just a good job
C. Remain committed to your chosen career
D. Besides, getting guidance will also be rewarding
E. In time, you’ll find a career that truly makes you satisfied
F. Sometimes, you feel blank about where your future career lies
G. It’s important to keep an open mind as you explore your options
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分45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。
Sometimes, true peace comes from the smallest changes in our daily lives. Some months back, I was feeling heavy, not the heaviness of a crisis, but that everyday 45 — work deadlines, noise all day long, and too much screen time. I needed something easy to 46 the noise in my brain.
One weekend, I set up a couple of bird 47 outside my bedroom window, honestly expecting it to be a short-lived experiment. The first couple of days 48 nothing, and I started wondering if I’d just wasted a few dollars. However, on one Tuesday morning, a little 49 landed carefully on the edge, pecked(啄), and was gone.
50 , more birds with different sizes and colors 51 . Watching them became a special part of my morning tea time. The peaceful sound of their 52 was all I looked forward to before facing another day. It helped me forget my 53 for a while.
I started spending more time observing them. I learned which 54 they liked best. I tried to place the feeders where I could see them clearly without 55 the birds. I even searched online for ways to attract more 56 .
One afternoon, as I watched them, I couldn’t help but 57 at how silly it all seemed. My life was usually so busy and 58 , yet here I was, finding calm in a few dollars’ worth of seeds and plastic containers. Now, feeding the birds isn’t just a hobby — it’s a small 59 , and a reminder that sometimes the simplest things bring the greatest joy.
45.A. weight B. hope C. attention D. welfare
46.A. get up B. go over C. turn down D. set out
47.A. cookers B. feeders C. makers D. checkers
48.A. collected B. explored C. celebrated D. yielded
49.A. mouse B. dog C. bird D. cat
50.A. Soon B. Indeed C. Still D. Besides
51.A. concentrated B. arrived C. sheltered D. protested
52.A. bones B. hands C. feet D. wings
53.A. contents B. styles C. worries D. dreams
54.A. seeds B. plants C. weeds D. places
55.A. knowing B. disturbing C. releasing D. minding
56.A. shapes B. fans C. seasons D. types
57.A. laugh B. look C. aim D. pour
58.A. joyful B. meaningful C. stressful D. relaxing
59.A. fact B. escape C. tool D. story
第二节 语法填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30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
Several Chinese writers are currently on 60 tour across Sichuan Province as part of the China Writers’ Village Residency（驻留）Project. They spend at least ten days living and working with 61 （local）, doing field research and studying the natural surroundings, regional history, and culture.
Among them is Lu Xun Literary Prize winner Hu Xuewen, 62 just has ended his stay in Zigong’s villages. He still remembers the 63 （dedicate） look of a silkworm farmer watching his cocoons（茧） through the window. The farmer’s devotion to hard work and quiet hope for a good harvest 64 （deep） moved Hu — emotions he experienced again and again throughout his residency in the countryside.
Another writer, Wei Sixiao, traveled from Shandong Province to the Bazhong region of Sichuan. He walked through villages and chatted with migrant workers 65 （return） home as well as retired officials. He described their life stories 66 “windows” revealing decades of change in rural society and the local economy.
For writers like Hu, this on-the-ground experience is essential. As he explained, in recent years, the lifestyle and spirit of today’s farmers 67 （change） so greatly that the old image of rural people is no longer accurate. To capture the 68 （real） of today’s rural society, writers must rely on these grassroots encounters 69 （update） their narrative perspectives and character building.
B
Among the foundational cornerstones of early Chinese civilization, Hongshan Culture holds a place of profound significance. Hongshan Culture, flourishing roughly from 4700 to 2900 BCE in 70 is now Liaoning Province and neighboring regions, stands 71 one of China’s most remarkable Neolithic（新石器） cultures. The most famous site, Niuheliang, 72 （feature） a magnificent temple and rubble-mound stone tombs. Hongshan Culture is 73 （unique） characterized by its ritual（礼仪的）practices, which reflect a sophisticated social structure far beyond many contemporary cultures.
Hongshan Culture, 74 influence spreads across a vast area of Northeast China, offers a fascinating insight into early Chinese civilization. It is famed for its jade artifacts, such as the iconic “C-shaped dragon” and pig-dragon statues that demonstrate an unparalleled level of craftsmanship and a 75 （symbol） belief system. Besides jade, Hongshan people also built large-scale ceremonial sites, 76 （ highlight ） their organizational capabilities.
Equally notable is the 77 （maintain） of cultural continuity in the region. Elements of Hongshan’s jade art and ritual traditions have greatly influenced later Chinese civilizations, forming 78 important link in the country’s cultural heritage. Today, ongoing archaeological work enables new evidence 79 （uncover） every year, helping us better understand the origins of ancient Chinese societies and their spiritual world.
第四部分 写作（共一节，满分15分）
假定你是李华，负责策划校园英语读书角（English Reading Corner）活动，遇到一些难题。请给本次活动指导外教Ms. White写一封邮件求助，内容包括：
1. 遇到的难题；
2. 具体求助事宜。
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 Ms. White,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
答案
第一部分 听力
1~5 CBACA 6~10 BBACA 11~15 ABCCB 16~20 BABAC
第二部分 阅读
21~25 BADCD 26~30 BAABB 31~35 CDCBA 36~39 DACD 40~44 BGDAE
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
45~49 ACBDC 50~54 ABDCA 55~59 BDACB
第二节
60. a
61. locals
62. who
63. dedicated
64. deeply
65. returning
66. as
67. have changed
68. reality
69. to update
70. what
71. as
72. features
73. uniquely
74. whose
75. symbolic
76. highlighting
77. maintenance
78. an
79. to be uncovered
第四部分 写作
Dear Ms. White,
I hope this email finds you well. As the student in charge of the upcoming Campus English Reading Corner, I am writing to seek your professional advice on a few challenges I have encountered.
Firstly, I’m having trouble selecting suitable reading materials that can cater to students with varying levels of English proficiency. Secondly, I lack creative ideas to stimulate lively group discussions, which might otherwise become dull. In light of these problems, I would greatly appreciate it if you could recommend some age-appropriate books for teenagers. Additionally, could you please share some interactive strategies to encourage more students to voice their opinions confidently.
Your constructive advice would mean a lot to our activity. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
听力原文
Text 1
M: Excuse me, I just got off Flight 2308 from New York. Where do I get my luggage
W: Follow the signs to the baggage claim area, please.(1)
M: Got it. Thanks.
Text 2
W: Kingscliffe Library. Can I help you
M: Yes. My library book is due back, but I had a bit of an emergency, so I can’t come to return it. Can I renew it (2)
W: That’s no problem.
Text 3
M: So you really had no idea about tonight
W: No! I thought it was strange that everyone was so secretive, but now I realize they were planning something special for my birthday. I feel like crying!(3)
Text 4
W: Jack, look at the bushes in the garden! They’re growing wild.
M: I know, honey.(4) But our garden tools are broken, so I need to borrow some from the neighbors first.
Text 5
M: Will that be another unnecessary purchase (5)
W: No! It’s something I really need.
M: Why do you need another coat You already have many coats at home.
Text 6
M: Mom, I know you planned a family trip for the summer,(6) but …
W: What’s on your mind, dear
M: My classmates invited me to join a volunteer teaching program in a mountain school. It’s a great opportunity to help others. But the program runs from July 22 to August 10,(7) so …
W: That’s wonderful. Don’t worry. I’ll adjust our travel plans around that.
M: Thanks , Mom.
Text 7
W: Good afternoon, Dreamtime Travel. How can I help you
M: Oh hello. I’m interested in the holidays you offer along the coast near here.(8)
W: Yes. We operate several tours up the coast. Where in particular do you want to go
M: Well, I like the sound of the holiday that mentioned whales. Was it “Whale Watching”
W: Oh, that’s our Whale Watch Experience. It’s very popular and it’s based in a lovely village with nice beaches.
M: Oh right. So is that by coach or by car (9)
W: Actually it’s by minibus.(9) We like to keep those tours small and personal so we don’t take a whole coach load of people.
M: And when is the next one going
W: Mmm, let me see. Um, there’s one in two weeks’ time which is 18 April,(10) and then we don’t have another one until 2 June.
M: All right.
Text 8
W: What do you want for lunch I feel like Italian today.
M: Italian is fine. Shall we go to that new place on 52nd Jackie said their pizza is to-die-for.(11)
W: Great idea. I still have to go through these files, though. It is half past twelve now. Can you give me another half hour
M: No problem. I’m going to see Fiona from IT now,(12) so we could meet downstairs in half an hour.
W: That’s settled. Can I ask Manuel if he would like to join us
M: I’d rather you didn’t. We had a quarrel yesterday because of the Helsinki project.(13) He was pretty rude and I just don’t want to pretend nothing happened. He should apologize to me.
W: I understand. Just the two of us, then. Anyway, I’d better get going or no lunch at all.
M: OK. See you later.
Text 9
W: Hello, Mr. Thompson. Welcome to our campus Radio Station. (14) I’m Alexandra Jones. I want to ask you some questions about the project that you offer.
M: Yes, of course, please fire away.
W: Has the project been effective in improving the environment
M: Yes, absolutely. We have seen great results. Last year, we planted a small field of trees, and we have been measuring their oxygen output to see the benefits that they have provided to the environment. (15) Our current goal is to plant a lot more tree species so that we can compare the benefits of each species. (16) In order to do this, we need to get a lot more students involved in the project.
W: Well, the project sounds fascinating. I would definitely like to be involved.
M: Absolutely. Over the years, we have received funding from private investors and from selling shares, but the biggest improvement in our research came from a government fund that we received in the first year.(17) This has greatly improved the organization, and we have since won prizes for our research.
W: Wow, how impressive!
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John Robert Horner was born on June 15th, 1946 in Montana. He had a rough childhood. As a young boy, John was shy, not wanting to hang out with people of his age. John commented that school was hard because reading and writing were extremely slow for him. In 1965, John left the University of Montana and was drafted into the army. He served for about three years before he returned and tried school again.(18) However, he dropped out in 1972. John didn’t give up on his dream job. He applied to many museums for any job that was willing to hire him. He accepted a position at Princeton University’s Natural History Museum as a technician. (19) After the museum noticed his expertise, he moved up to research assistant and eventually managed his own projects. It was during the mid-1970s that John and a colleague discovered the first concrete evidence that dinosaurs cared for their young.(20) John currently works at Chapman University as a principal.

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