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高三英语
(考试范围：必修一至必修二 Unit 3)
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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。
1. Why does the woman make the call
A. To confirm an appointment. B. To make an appointment.
C. To cancel an appointment.
2. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. At home. B. In a restaurant. C. In a supermarket.
3. What will the speakers do next
A. Board the flight. B. Cancel the trip. C. Check the flight status.
4. What is the probable relationship between Jack and Amy
A. Classmates. B. Brother and sister. C. Father and daughter.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The man should stay up later. B. English words are hard to memorize.
C. The man needs to change his study method.
第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5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。每段录音播放两遍。
听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Volunteer work. B. A talent show. C. Singing skills.
7. How long has the woman been doing the activity
A. For 6 months. B. For 12 months. C. For 18 months.
听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。
8. Why did Jenny buy an electric car
A. Gas prices have risen recently. B. Her old car kept breaking down.
C. She got a big pay rise.
9. What advantage of the new car does Jenny mention
A. It is faster than gas cars. B. It has a stylish appearance.
C. Free charging is available everywhere.
10. What does the man plan to do this weekend
A. Buy a new electric car. B. Go for a test drive. C. Visit several charging stations.
听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。
11. How did Tom solve his problem with the survey forms
A. He used a free AI tool. B. He asked his deskmate for help.
C. He turned to his teacher for advice.
12. What requirement did Mr. Smith put forward
A. Students can't use AI for homework. B. The use of AI must be noted in the report.
C. The report should be at least 3 pages long.
13. What will the speakers do next month
A. Attend a lecture on AI use. B. Learn to make survey forms.
C. Hand in their history class reports.
听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。
14. What did the woman do first in the Miao village
A. She bought a souvenir. B. She visited a craftsman. C. She made a necklace.
15. What can we learn about the local craftsman
A. He was strict. B. He was helpful. C. He was careless.
16. What does the“butterfly”pattern represent
A. The skill of the artist. B. The beauty of nature. C. The beginning of life.
17. How did the woman feel during the trip
A. Proud of her own skills. B. Deeply touched by the culture.
C. Disappointed by the souvenirs.
听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the speaker most likely to be
A. An agricultural expert. B. A weather reporter. C. A radio host.
19. Why do farmers use more chemicals currently
A. The soil quality is getting worse.
B. The chemicals have become much cheaper.
C. Warmer winters allow more pests to survive.
20. What is the most important measure according to the speaker
A. Developing new types of chemicals.
B. Promoting“Green Agriculture”in more regions.
C. Combining traditional wisdom with modern technology.
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
Weekend Hopper Fare
The Hopper fare is a special ticket in London that allows passengers to make multiple bus and tram(有轨电车)journeys for a single fare within an hour on weekdays. To celebrate the10th anniversary of this fare, Transport for London has introduced a Weekend Hopper fare,which allows passengers to enjoy the same benefit throughout the day on summer weekends.
When you can use it
The Weekend Hopper fare will operate this summer on Saturdays and Sundays from 25July to 31 August, and will also be available throughout the day on the August Bank Holiday,Monday 31 August.
How it works
When you use pay as you go on buses and trams, our Weekend Hopper fare will give you unlimited bus and tram journeys for the price of a 1.75 single fare each weekend day. Touch in using the same card or device on all journeys and you get our Weekend Hopper fare automatically.
Who can use it
The Weekend Hopper fare is available to all passengers. London residents with a ZipOyster photocard can enjoy it directly on their card, and those holding a Bus & Tram Discount photocard are entitled to the same unlimited travel at an even lower price. However, the fare does not cover the Emirates Air Line cable car(缆车) or river bus services.
Things to remember
If your Oyster card has a negative balance after your first journey, you'll need to top up(充值) your card before starting another journey. If you don't have enough pay-as-you-go credit or a valid season ticket, you can still make one more journey on a bus, but you' ll need to pay the outstanding fare before you can use the card again.
21. What does the Weekend Hopper fare offer this summer
A. Unlimited tram rides each weekend day for 1.75.
B. Travel on the cable car with a special weekend discount.
C. Unlimited bus rides throughout the week for 1.75.
D. River bus journeys at no extra cost at weekends.
22. What should a passenger do if his or her Oyster card has a negative balance
A. Buy a new Oyster card immediately. B. Make one more journey without charge.
C. Add credit to the card before the next journey. D. Wait until the next day to travel again.
23. Where is the text probably taken from
A. A travel guidebook. B. A transport service notice.
C. A local newspaper report. D. A personal blog post.
B
During my summer vacation last year, I came across Grandpa sitting in the passage, his eyes fixed on my cousin's smartphone with a mix of confusion and curiosity. At 72, he had long treasured his competence in mending antique radios and nurturing rare plants, yet modern technology remained a puzzle.“What functions can these devices fulfill ” he would grumble(嘟囔) whenever I struggled to familiarize him with messaging apps, his tone doubtful.
A crucial turn took place one afternoon when Grandma's sister from Shanghai started a video call. While the rest of the family gathered around the screen, exchanging cheerful greetings, Grandpa stood awkwardly on the edge. After the call ended, he gathered the courage to ask in a trembling voice,“May I… may I learn this I long to see my niece's new baby.” He seemed like a beginner student seeking instruction.
On the following day, we began our tutorial sessions. Initially, the task was tough. He often confused“send” with“delete”, and his fingers, worn by years of labor, struggled with the tiny icons. However, Grandpa persisted with firm determination. Each morning, he would sit at the table, a notebook in hand, jotting down instructions such as“Press the green circle to answer calls.” or“Hold the button to speak.” Once, I found him practising at midnight, whispering to himself as he sent an out-of-focus photo of his precious roses to my aunt.
By the end of summer, Grandpa could not only make video calls but also share articles about gardening in family groups. Last week, he even sent me a voice message, his voice full of pride:“Look at what I've learned!” This event revealed a truth that the pursuit of knowledge goes beyond age limits. Whether it's a child holding a pencil or an old man mastering smartphone skills, the courage to try new things makes life lively and meaningful.
24. What did Grandpa think of smartphones at first
A. They were confusing. B. They were bothersome.
C. They were too expensive. D. They were harmful to health.
25. Why did Grandpa decide to learn to use a smartphone
A. He wanted to keep up with the times. B. He was inspired by the author's cousin.
C. He needed to manage his garden online. D. He hoped to communicate with relatives.
26. What does the underlined phrase“jotting down” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Writing quickly. B. Drawing carefully. C. Printing neatly. D. Typing secretly.
27. What does the text mainly tell us
A. Practice makes perfect. B. It's never too old to learn.
C. Family support is important. D. Technology brings people closer.
C
How can we make working out more enjoyable One approach is to choose types of exercise that fit our personalities. To this end, researchers in the UK have examined how personality affects the types of exercise we prefer, as well as our commitment to and engagement with them.
The researchers recruited participants who attended lab testing to measure their baseline fitness. They then divided them into two groups: the first group received an eight-week home-based fitness plan consisting of cycling and strength training(intervention group); the other group continued their usual lifestyle (control group). All participants completed a questionnaire about their enjoyment of each training session during the initial lab testing, the first week of the intervention, and after the intervention. Through this process, the researchers also assessed other personality features.
“ Our brains are wired in different ways, which drives our behaviours and how we interact with our environment,” explained Dr. Ronca from University College London.“ So it's not surprising that personality influences how we respond to different intensities of exercise— just as it shapes our preferences for different types of exercise.”
The researchers noted that the relationship between personality, changes in fitness, and stress was particularly interesting. Before the intervention, both groups had similar stress levels. Afterward, however, participants with high scores in neuroticism showed a significant reduction in stress.“This is fantastic news, as it highlights that those who stand to benefit most from reduced stress respond very well to exercise,” Ronca said.
“ We hope that if people can find physical activities they enjoy, they will be more likely to stick with them,” Ronca concluded.“ After all, you don't have to urge a dog to go for a walk— it will naturally seek activity. Being so physically inactive that we start to feel pain,then, might be a peculiarly human characteristic. In effect, our bodies punish us by causing us pain. But for some reason, many of us humans seem poor at picking up on the messages our bodies send to our brains.”
28. What was assessed repeatedly in the experiment
A. Exercise enjoyment. B. Personality types. C. Baseline fitness. D. Fitness plans.
29. Why does personality affect exercise choices
A. Due to brain structural differences. B. Because of varying stress levels.
C. Owing to social environment factors. D. Because of physical fitness levels.
30. Why does the author mention a dog seeking activity
A. To emphasize the role of exercise on personality.
B. To contrast human laziness with animal nature.
C. To highlight the importance of natural movement.
D. To illustrate the effectiveness of structured workouts.
31. What does Dr. Ronca suggest people do
A. Force themselves to exercise daily. B. Choose personality-matched exercises.
C. Ignore physical discomfort signals. D. Adopt high-intensity workout routines.
D
For generations, homing pigeons have amazed people with their mysterious ability to navigate vast distances to return home. While scientists have long assumed that these birds,like many others, rely on the Earth's magnetic field to find their way, the biological mechanism behind this“ magnetic sense” has remained frustratingly hard to find. Agroundbreaking study now suggests the answer may lie in an unexpected organ: the liver(肝).
Researchers from the University of Bonn and the Max Planck Institute of AnimalBehavior focused on iron-rich macrophages(巨噬细胞)— specialized white blood cells that recycle iron from old red blood cells— found in high concentrations within the liver. These cells, the team suspected, possess a quantum property known as superparamagnetism(超顺磁性), potentially allowing them to act as a biological compass needle that responds to theEarth's magnetic field. Crucially, microscopic examination of pigeon liver tissue revealed direct nerve fibers that could transmit directional signals from these macrophages straight to the brain.
To test this theory, scientists conducted a field experiment with 34 homing pigeons on a cloudy day, when the sun— their usual primary navigational aid— was hidden. Half the pigeons were injected(注射) with clodronate, a drug that temporarily eliminates macrophages,effectively blocking the proposed line of communication between the liver's magnetic sensors and the brain.
The findings were striking. Untreated pigeons navigated the 19-kilometer journey home within 70 minutes. In contrast, the clodronate-treated birds completely lost their sense of direction and none managed to return that day. However, when the sun reappeared, these same birds homed normally, indicating their general flight ability, health, and motivation were unaffected. On sunny days, the treatment had no impact, confirming that this internal,iron-based compass is a critical backup system for cloudy conditions rather than a primary navigation tool under clear skies.
The discovery that these white blood cells could actually be involved in sensing direction fundamentally challenges our understanding of animal navigation. This rare blend of cellular biology and quantum physics in a macroscopic organism opens new avenues for exploring how other champions of migration— from sharks to nocturnal bats— perform their extraordinary feats of orientation without a map.
32. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. The role of white blood cells in an organ.
B. The process of iron recycling in the liver.
C. A possible biological compass in pigeons.
D. A link between nerve fibers and brain signals.
33. Why did the researchers treat the pigeons with clodronate
A. To improve their homing ability on sunny days.
B. To check the iron level in their blood cells.
C. To test clodronate's effect on their flight speed.
D. To cut the link between their liver sensors and brain.
34. What do the cloudy and sunny results together show
A. The treatment affected the pigeons on sunny days.
B. Pigeons use a primary system and a backup system.
C. The sun powers pigeons' magnetically sensitive cells.
D. Cloudy weather weakens the pigeons' ability to navigate.
35. What is the author's purpose in writing the text
A. To explain how pigeons deliver messages.
B. To call for action to protect homing pigeons.
C. To introduce a study on pigeon navigation.
D. To compare this study with previous research.
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。
From Xiaohongshu to TikTok, a growing number of foreign faces are sharing their stories of discovering C-beauty, or made-in-China beauty. In one such video, a beauty influencer holds up products from a Chinese brand and exclaims,“This has to be one of the craziest brands I've ever seen! 36 __________”
On Xiaohongshu, a French woman shows her shopping from Shanghai in a video before returning home. 37_________ “I always knew Chinese products were good, but buying them in person made me realize just how incredible the quality is,” she says in Mandarin.
For many, the appeal of Chinese beauty brands comes from more than just their attractive packaging and modern design. 38__________ Mendes, a 28-year-old Brazilian master's student atShanghai Jiao Tong University, has attended almost every product expo(博览会) in Shanghai,testing items from both major and niche domestic brands. She is pleasantly surprised to discover that their quality is as good as that of any renowned overseas brand.“I could see,touch, smell and try various products. Many ingredients have been used traditionally for hundreds of years and are embedded in Chinese culture,” says she.
39 ____________ They are listed in ancient medical classics and are now widely used in domestic beauty products. This practice reflects the ancient philosophy of gentle and natural skin care.Today, more and more overseas tourists and foreigners are seeking out Chinese cosmetics(化妆品)shops.
What fuels this enthusiasm is the accelerating global expansion of Chinese brands.Overseas consumers’ perception of Chinese beauty is shifting from“Made in China”to“Created in China”. 40 ____________ In Shanghai’s Fengxian district, the Oriental Beauty Valley is becoming the factory for China's cosmetics industry, with AI-powered workshops paving the way for“lights-out factories”.
A. But its fancy packaging was not enough to catch my eye.
B. This has won the trust of many foreign buyers around the world.
C. This change has been driven by years of solid domestic industry.
D. After applying the products to my face, I was completely won over.
E. The purchases include creams, perfumes, eye shadow and face masks.
F. Among these ingredients are Chinese herbs such as ginseng(人参) and green tea.
G. The thoughtful and natural integration of traditional Chinese ingredients behind them is equally impressive.
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。
John Burnett, a retired man from Rhode Island, lost his wife a few years ago. The loss hit him so hard that for a year he just didn't want to do anything. He felt there was no 41 in life. Then one day, while driving through his neighborhood,he started 42 things that people had thrown away. Whenever he 43 discarded items on the roadside, he would pick them up and take them home. Soon, his front lawn was 44 with bicycles, furniture, and tools he had repaired.
What began as a hobby to keep busy 45 a way to help others. He sold the restored goods at 46 prices because he knew many families were 47 with rising costs.“Money is tight,”he said.“If I can help somebody else and help myself, that's what I do.” And sometimes, if someone truly needed something but couldn't afford it, Burnett didn't charge them at all.
One customer was so 48 by his story that she 49 it on Facebook after buying a lawnmower from him. The 50 was overwhelming. Calls and messages started pouring in.People reached out to donate items, offer 51 , or simply express their admiration. Burnett said making money wasn't his main goal. 52 , fixing things gave him a sense of belonging and helped him 53 from the loss of his wife. Trash became treasure, and 54 slowly became hope.
A simple act of fixing broken things has served as a powerful 55 that people can find purpose again, even after life's most difficult chapters.
41.A. purpose B. fortune C. balance D. progress
42.A. counting B. examining C. collecting D. removing
43.A. took over B. came across C. put aside D. gave away
44.A. piled B. equipped C. arranged D. decorated
45.A. resulted in B. turned into C. stood for D. set about
46.A. low B. regular C. fixed D. high
47.A. agreeing B. competing C. comparing D. struggling
48.A. annoyed B. confused C. moved D. amused
49.A. delivered B. analyzed C. recommended D. shared
50.A. pressure B. turnout C. response D. demand
51.A. shelter B. encouragement C. protection D. approval
52.A. Instead B. Besides C. However D. Therefore
53.A. escape B. hide C. heal D. suffer
54.A. sorrow B. regret C. disappointment D. loneliness
55.A. instruction B. guarantee C. reminder D. warning
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。
The Baoxianghua,known as the“Treasure Floral Design”, is a traditional Chinese ornamental motif(装饰纹样). Unlike natural flowers,it is an idealized composite floral pattern 56 (combine) the most beautiful features of various flowers, such as peonies,lotuses, and chrysanthemums.
The term“Baoxiang” originates from Buddhism and refers to the“splendid and auspicious appearance of the Buddha”. Over time, this concept was adapted into decorative art, leading to the 57 (create) of the Baoxianghua motif.
The 58 (early) recorded mention of the Baoxianghua can be traced back to the TangDynasty, specifically in Zhang Yanyuan's“Record of Famous Paintings Through the Ages”.The text mentions the work of the artist Fan Changshou, 59 painted Baoxianghua murals(壁画) in the temples of Chang’an. During this period, the motif reached 60 (it) artistic peak. It was characterized by a symmetrical, radiating design, often structured around a central point and expanding outward in layers.
As Chinese society evolved through the Song, Ming, and Qing Dynasties, the motif became ever more widespread and was 61 (common) found on everyday objects, including textiles, ceramics, and metalwork. Through the Silk Road, the motif 62 (introduce) to other cultures, where it was blended into local artistic traditions. 63 (element) of it can still be seen in Persian carpets and Indian textiles.
In modern times, the Baoxianghua remains 64 important symbol of Chinese cultural heritage and artistic excellence. It has also found a place in popular culture, appearing on postage stamps and fashion items, which connect traditional Chinese art with daily life 65 bring its beauty to a global audience.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假定你是李华，你校英文报正在举办“科技与人文”主题征文活动。请你以“Will AI Replace Human Actors ”为题，写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
(1)你的观点；
(2)说明理由(至少两条)。
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。
Will AI Replace Human Actors
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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 early 1990s, I boarded a plane at JFK Airport in New York City. I was 19 years old and feeling excited about my plan to spend a year studying abroad in Nancy, a city in northeastern France.
Within a few weeks of arriving in France, though, my excitement gave way to an overwhelming sense of isolation and loneliness. Navigating day-to-day life in a new country was much harder than I expected it to be, especially when it came to speaking French. I could understand the language somewhat, but I was terrible at speaking it. My accent was terrible.People could not understand me.
Constantly fighting to be understood was emotionally exhausting, and I had little hope for the rest of my year. The only thing getting me through was the knowledge that a little piece of home was on the way. My mom had sent me a care package, and in that package I knew she had sent Skippy peanut butter, which, at that point, I could not find anywhere in France. So this was really exciting for me. I had these visions of myself digging my spoon in and eating my peanut butter right from the jar.
I had to go to the post office to pick up the package. When I arrived, I tried to tell the attendant(职员) why I was there. But the attendant didn't speak any English and couldn't understand my accent when I spoke in French.
The more I repeated myself, the more frustrated I got and the more hopeless I felt. I was about ready to break down in tears because I just really needed that package from home, when in walked my unsung hero. The person who came to my rescue was a French woman named Chantal Jouve. She stepped in, looked at me and said, in English,“Can I help you ”
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。
Chantal Jouve spoke to the attendant after hearing my explanation.
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It became a regular thing every Sunday to have dinner with her and her family.
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答案
听力1-20 B A C B C A C A B B A B A A B C B A C C
阅读理解21-35 A C B A D A B A A C B C D B C
七选五36-40 D E G F C
完形填空41-55 A C B A B A D C B A C A C
语法填空bining 57.creation 58.earliest 59.who 60.its
61.commonly 62.was introduced 63.Elements 64.an 65.and
应用文范文1
Will AI Replace Human Actors
When it comes to whether AI will replace human actors, I firmly believe that AI actors cannot take the place of the human ones. My reasons are as follows.
First and foremost, what truly moves an audience is genuine emotion. An AI model may imitate facial expressions and movements almost perfectly, but what it produces can hardly convey real inner feelings. Moreover, great acting grows out of live interaction: actors play off each other on set, and the most memorable scenes frequently come from spontaneous moments.
In conclusion, AI may be a useful tool, but the soul of a performance must stay human.
应用文范文2
Will AI Replace Human Actors
With the rapid development of digital technology, AI actors have already appeared on screen, and I hold the view that they can partly replace human actors.
Firstly, AI enjoys overwhelming practical advantages. It never falls ill and never gets tired, so a film can be produced in weeks rather than months. It can also perform the most dangerous scenes without risking anyone’s life. What’s more, AI is entirely controllable. Its appearance can be shaped to match a director’s vision, and any scene that falls short can be redone with a single command. For producers, this means lower cost and greater efficiency. However, AI still has its limits. It lacks genuine emotional experience. And a human actor’s personal charm is something AI simply cannot offer.
Therefore, AI can replace human actors to some extent, but not completely.
读后续写范文
Chantal Jouve spoke to the attendant after hearing my explanation. Within two minutes, the package was in my hands. I held the peanut butter jar tightly in my hand and turned to Jouve with a grateful smile. “Thank you so much for your help,” I said, my voice trembling slightly. Jouve patted my hand gently, telling me I was not alone. Then, Jouve invited me to her house for dinner the following Sunday. That dinner was warm and joyful, with her family chatting patiently with me, helping me correct my French. Their kindness melted my loneliness little by little.
It became a regular thing every Sunday to have dinner with her and her family. It was a safe place for me to practice my French, free from the sadness and frustration I had felt before. I really felt like I was at home there. Decades later, Jouve and I are still in touch. We exchange cards every Christmas and have visited each other’s families. To this day, her act of kindness has influenced my life in many ways. I tend to pay attention a little bit more to people who might need help, and offer that same kindness to strangers. And I’m forever grateful that Madame Jouve did that for me.
听力原文
Text 1
W: Hi, I’m calling about my cat. She hasn’t eaten in two days and she’s not herself. Could a vet see her today
M: Absolutely. We have an opening at three. Do bring her in—Dr. Lee will take a look.
Text 2
M: Can you pass me the salt, please This chicken tastes a bit light.
W: Oh, I deliberately put less salt in it. Too much salt isn’t healthy. Try some pepper or lemon juice instead.
M: Alright, I’ll try the lemon juice.
Text 3
M: The weather forecast says a typhoon is around the corner. I’m afraid our flight to Zhangjiajie might be delayed.
W: Don’t worry. Let’s check the airline’s app. If canceled, we can take the high-speed train to Zhangjiajie instead.
M: You’re right. Is the app showing any updates yet
W: Not yet, but we’ll keep refreshing it.
Text 4
W: Jack, I found this keychain on the living room floor. Is it yours
M: No, it’s Amy’s. Dad brought us each a keychain from his trip. She’s always losing things.
Text 5
M: I’ve been feeling anxious lately. The exam is approaching, I can’t remember the English words, and I’m losing sleep.
W: You burn the midnight oil too often. Take a deep breath before revising and take breaks. Quality matters more.
Text 6
M: Lucy, how was your weekend at the nursing home
W: Pretty rewarding. We organized a talent show for the elderly. Some of them even sang old folk songs with us.
M: Wow, that sounds amazing. Have you been volunteering there since the summer vacation
W: Actually, I started last winter. It’s been a year and a half now. I go there every two weeks. The elderly are like my own grandparents.
Text 7
M: Jenny, I heard you bought an electric car. What happened to your old gas one
W: I sold it. Well, I’d had it for so many years—I felt it was time to try something new. But honestly, with gas prices going up lately, it was just costing me a fortune. That’s really what pushed me to switch.
M: I see. So, how’s your new car
W: I love it. I felt confused at first with all the tech, but now it’s so smooth and quiet. And the design—it’s really stylish. I get compliments on it all the time.
M: That sounds amazing. I’m considering one, but I’m worried about running out of charge halfway.
W: Don’t worry. Charging stations are everywhere now. I once drove 300 kilometers and only need a single 30-minute charging stop—enough time for a coffee.
M: That’s not bad. Maybe I’ll test-drive one this weekend.
W: Go for it. Fair warning—you won’t go back to gas.
Text 8
W: Hi, Tom! You’re still in the classroom The history class report is due tomorrow, right
M: Yeah. I spent two hours sorting survey forms today. It’s so tiring. Then my deskmate told me a free AI tool can do that fast. It finished all the data sorting in 5 minutes!
W: Oh, I used that tool to correct my spelling mistakes last week. But remember Mr. Smith said we need to write it down if we used AI in our report, okay
M: Sure. I only used AI for the data part. All the main content of the report is written by myself.
W: Good. By the way, our school will have a free lecture next month about how to use AI correctly for study. Do you want to go
M: Of course! That will be really helpful for us.
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W: Did I ever tell you about my visit to the Miao village in Xiangxi
M: Not yet. But I saw the silver necklace you were wearing. It looks unique.
W: That’s from that trip. I’d just bought it as a souvenir when I got there. It wasn’t until I visited a local craftsman that I realized it’s a centuries-old art form.
M: Did you try making one yourself
W: I did, and it was a disaster. The craftsman laughed at my clumsy fingers but showed great patience. With his guidance, I finally finished the necklace. He also explained that each pattern tells a story, like a butterfly representing the origin of life.
M: That’s meaningful. How did you feel holding the finished product
W: To be honest, I felt a sense of connection. Not just to the craft, but to the culture behind it. It totally changed my perspective on “handicrafts”.
M: You know what After hearing your story, I really want to visit that village too. I’d love to try making a silver necklace and learn those stories.
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M: Thank you for having me here today. I’m here to talk about how climate change is affecting the rice fields of Southern China. Historically, our ancestors planted rice based on the 24 Solar Terms, a knowledge system unique to Chinese civilization. However, in recent years, the rising temperature has disrupted this natural calendar. The traditional timing for sowing and transplanting no longer holds true, leaving farmers unsure of when to plant. At the same time, more pests are surviving the warmer winter, which forces farmers to use more chemicals. This not only raises the cost but also damages the soil. So, what can we do First, we are promoting “Green Agriculture” to reduce chemical usage. Second, and most importantly, we must listen to the wisdom of the elders and combine it with modern satellite technology to predict the best planting time. In this way, we are not just growing food; we are protecting a civilization.

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