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高三年级2026年秋期9月教学诊断英语学科
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。每段录音播放两遍。
1. What will the woman do next
A. Write an article. B. Sign her name. C. Reread the contract.
2. Where will the woman go this evening
A. To the gym. B. To her office. C. To the stadium.
3. Why does the woman want to lose weight
A. She’s getting married. B. She’ll attend a wedding. C. She wants to stay healthy.
4. When is the man going to leave
A. On Tuesday evening. B. On Wednesday morning. C. On Friday evening.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Favorite sports. B. Famous ski centers. C. Vacation plans.
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。每段录音播放两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What causes the noise downstairs
A. A stadium is nearby. B. A game is live on TV. C. Two men are arguing.
7. What will the woman do next
A. Find a quiet corner. B. Do some shopping. C. Wait for the dentist.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What can we learn about *Cars*
A. It was made in Minnesota. B. It is a cartoon. C. It is well received.
9. Who is Garrison Keillor
A. He is a singer. B. He is an actor. C. He is a movie director.
10. What does the man want to do this weekend
A. Go bowling. B. Go to a movie. C. Go to a concert.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is the woman's current major
A. Computer Programming. B. Computer Technology. C. Computer Science.
12. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Make decisions on her own. B. Look into the job market first.
C. Talk with her parents first.
13. What will the woman probably do next
A. Register for a second major. B. Find a part-time job. C. Take several new courses.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What can we learn about the man’s language skills
A. He speaks a little German. B. He speaks fluent English. C. He speaks no English.
15. What does the woman suggest the man do to begin with
A. Learn some languages. B. Apply to universities. C. Start his visa process.
16. When should the man ask for the application forms
A. In July. B. In September. C. In December.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What did the speaker’s father want her to study
A. Computer. B. Cooking. C. Science.
18. What did the speaker do immediately after graduation
A. She opened a restaurant. B. She worked as a waitress. C. She studied design.
19. Why didn’t the restaurant have many customers
A. The food was not organic. B. Parking was a headache. C. The decoration was poor.
20. How does the speaker feel in the end
A. Fortunate. B. Hopeful. C. Regretful.
第二部分 阅读理解（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。
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21. Who can gain free access to PF
A. A 19-year-old outside NYC.
B. A 17-year-old registering alone in July.
C. A 13-year-old with a parent within NYC.
D. A 16-year-old with a guardian at the registered club.
22. What will happen to PF memberships after August 31
A. Free access will extend through December.
B. Memberships will auto-renew at $15 per month.
C. Members can choose to continue paid membership.
D. Members should upgrade to a PF Black Card membership.
23. What is the text
A. A safety notice. B. A program promotion.
C. A parental guide. D. A gym introduction.
B
Late one night in July 2020 in Reykjavik, Haraldur(Halli) Thorleifsson was wandering around the city’s main shopping street with his wife and two kids. During their walk, his three-year-old son was thirsty and wanted a drink from the corner store. But Thorleifsson soon discovered he couldn’t help with the simple request: A 20-centimetre step blocked his access to the store.
The barrier was all too familiar. Born with muscular dystrophy, which causes progressive weakness and loss of muscle, Thorleifsson, now 46, has been using a wheelchair since he was 25. As he waited outside, he recalled, “I thought about how strange it is that we separate families in this way. I thought about all the times I wasn’t able to join my friends at restaurants, pubs and stores that are inaccessible.”
Living all over the world as a creative director and digital designer in cities such as San Francisco and Tokyo, Thorleifsson had witnessed first-hand how different cities consider and plan for accessibility, from ramps(斜坡) and sidewalks to public transportation.
Having recently sold his digital creative agency, Ueno, to Twitter, Thorleifsson now had the financial means to make a difference in his hometown. He decided to start with a project to make Iceland wheelchair accessible, one ramp at a time.
Ramp Up Reykjavik was launched as a non-profit in 2021 with a goal to build 100 ramps, mostly in the city’s down-town, within a year. Unlike portable and temporary solutions in other cities, these ramps are permanent structures that match the aesthetic of the buildings, making them appear as if they’ve always been there. It’s a design detail that helps provide a sense of inclusivity.
With the help of government funding and other sponsors, the Ramp Up team finished ahead of schedule and has broadened its scope to all of Iceland, with the goal of building 1,500 ramps countrywide by 2026.
24. What inspired Thorleifsson to build the ramps
A. His inconvenience in life. B. His childhood experience.
C. A request from his wife. D. His desire to make a fortune.
25. What made it possible for Thorleifsson to start the project
A. Great donations from society. B. Money from sale of his company.
C. Full support from the government. D. A wealth of experience in management.
26. What is special about Thorleifsson’s project
A. It is non-profit. B. It highlights the details.
C. It fits in with the surroundings. D. It solves the problem temporarily.
27. Which of the following words can best describe Thorleifsson
A. Flexible and thoughtful. B. Modest and considerate.
C. Selfless and confident. D. Generous and helpful.
C
An ancient Latin proverb says “Aquila non capit muscas” —cagles don’t hunt flies—meaning that important ones shouldn’t concern themselves with small, insignificant matters. But the lions in East Africa should concern themselves with the seemingly insignificant ants, because these ants are changing their lifestyles.
The story starts with the acacia trees(金合欢树) in an African wildlife area in central Kenya. Some of these acacia trees provide food and shelter for specific ant species, which in turn defend the tree against herbivores(食草动物). The ants are actively attacking and driving away herbivores that attempt to feed on the tree’s leaves. This is highly effective; the ants not only physically harm the herbivores but also release chemicals that can deter other potential attackers.
But these ants are in trouble. Another species called the “big-headed” ant is destroying entire groups of tree-protecting ants. This, in turn, sets off an entire chain of events that ends up influencing when and how lions can hunt.
This ant invasion(入侵) affects one thing after the other. It leaves the acacia trees defenseless against herbivores especially elephants. The elephants come in and eat the acacias at five to seven times the rate observed in uninvaded areas. The lions, while hunting for food, have no more trees to use for hiding. This reduced tree cover makes lions less successful at hunting and pushes them to find different areas to hunt in.
“These tiny invaders are pulling on the ties that put an African ecosystem together, determining who is eaten and where,” said Todd Palmer, a biologist at the University of Florida.
The lions, which are already in trouble, cope with this by no longer focusing their attention on zebras. The zebras, of course, can see them much better on the approach given the lack of cover. Instead, they are targeting water buffalo. But this also isn’t the end of the story. Who knows what the lions’ changing strategy will mean for the ecosystem down the line
28. What does the underlined word “deter” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Direct. B. Discourage. C. Identify. D. Seek.
29. What role do the elephants play in the chain reaction
A. Cooperating with “big-headed” ants. B. Damaging the hiding place for lions.
C. Protecting the acacias from herbivores. D. Starting off the disturbance of the chain.
30. The author mentions lions, zebras and water buffalo to show that .
A. animals fall victim to bigger ones B. the ecology is on the road to recovery
C. animals are correlated in the ecosystem D. species are firmly positioned in the food chain
31. Which of the following is probably the best title for the passage
A. How ants and buffalo defeated lions. B. How elephants landed zebra in trouble.
C. How trees changed lions’ dinner menu. D. How tiny ants affect the way lions hunt.
D
Think of how many surfaces you touch daily, from your work desk to the bus handrails and your phone screen. Viruses can easily spread via these surfaces. Infection typically occurs by touching a contaminated (污染的) surface — and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Now a team of researchers led by Elena Ivanova created a thin plastic surface with tiny nanoscale features, billions of a metre in size, that copy the nanostructured surface of insect wings and can physically burst viruses the moment they land.
Current methods for preventing virus spread via surfaces usually involves cleaning and disinfection. Disinfectant must remain wet for some time to kill bacteria. This can be challenging in some real-world settings. Surfaces can also be recontaminated quickly when touched by others. And disinfection often requires harsh chemicals which can damage equipment and the environment.
Nature offers examples of bacteria-free surfaces, such as the thin water-resistant wings of dragonflies. While these wings are self-cleaning, they act less by pushing bacteria away and more as natural bacteria killers. Experiments the team did with gold-coated wings, which resemble the wings of dragonflies, confirmed this bacteria-killing effect is not driven by surface chemistry, but rather by the physical nanostructures on the surface which essentially force bacterial cell walls to stretch and burst.
In this new study, the researchers created a virus-bursting material that was lightweight and flexible: a thin plastic film covered in thousands of tiny pillars (柱子). These nanopillars grab and stretch a virus’s outer shell until it bursts, killing viruses through mechanical force.
The mould (模具) they used to create this material can be easily scaled for industrial use, from food packaging to hospital equipment and office desks. Nanostructured surfaces are built for durability. But they will degrade over time under physical, chemical, and environmental stressors. Much remains to be discovered in the search for bacteria-free surfaces. But these nanostructured surfaces have enormous potential in the fight against viruses and provide an alternative to traditional methods.
32. What does paragraph 2 focus on
A. The impact of chemicals. B. The risk of recontamination.
C. The challenges of cleaning. D. The disadvantages of disinfectants.
33. What determines the bacteria-killing effect of dragonflies’ wings
A. Their surface structure. B. Their physical composition.
C. Their exceptional thinness. D. Their water-resistant property.
34. What is paragraph 4 mainly about regarding the material
A. Its key components. B. Its working principle.
C. Its potential applications. D. Its production process.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Killing Bacteria: The Role of Chemicals B. Plastic Film Stops Viruses from Sticking
C. Preventing Infection: The Magic of Nature D. Nanopillars Tear Apart Viruses on Contact
第二节 （共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后选项中选出填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项是多余选项。
More than 30% of Gen Alpha children long to become social media creators, with around 32% of 12-to-15-year-olds naming “YouTuber” as their dream job. 36 This is where parental involvement becomes not just helpful, but vital, turning the risks into valuable teachable moments.
To that end, parents should communicate with kids in a curious and open manner rather than being critical. When children express the desire to be online influencers, parents should avoid shutting down their enthusiasm. 37 For example, they can ask why their children want to create online content and what they plan to post. By showing respect for their kids’ interests, parents build trust and naturally introduce safety topics like privacy settings and online boundaries.
Beyond that, parents should help children develop safe digital habits. They can set up accounts together to adjust privacy settings, turn off location tagging, and set strong passwords. Meanwhile, children must be taught not to share private details such as home addresses, school names and daily schedules. 38
Warning children against hidden online dangers is equally necessary. As would-be young influencers start gaining visibility, they may be targeted by scams that aim to steal personal data. 39 They also need to recognize ill-intentioned strangers and dangerous behavior, such as frequent personal messages, requests for secrecy, or pressure to share private photos.
Actually, children’s wish to create online content is a way to express their identity and creativity. 40 With proper parental guidance, young creators can build their voice without compromising their safety.
A. These measures can effectively minimize online risks.
B. However, this pursuit comes with potential digital risks.
C. Teenagers tend to spend much time watching online videos.
D. Parents should fully understand teenagers’ craze for online creation.
E. Kids should learn to identify suspicious links, fake offers, and other traps.
F. Instead, they need genuine conversations to learn about their children’s ideas.
G. Parents can support it through open dialogue, practical habits, and risk awareness.
第三部分 英语知识运用
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
In a small town in western England, Mrs. Li, who moved from Shanghai 10 years ago, runs a Chinese tea house. The shop has become an amazing 41 between two very different cultures, serving not only fragrant tea but also stories and friendship. At first, local people were 42 to enter. They knew little about Chinese tea culture and felt awkward not knowing how to drink properly.
Mrs. Li did not 43 . Instead, she placed small signs explaining tea etiquette (礼仪) and left out free samples. Slowly, customers 44 . An elderly man came for jasmine (茉莉花) tea every morning. A group of students started assembling after school to learn about Chinese art. She also began to 45 events: mooncake-making during Mid-Autumn Festival, calligraphy workshops, and Chinese New Year parties. Local people loved the 46 and cherished the chance to understand a culture so different from their own. Many started 47 Chinese phrases and asking about traditions.
For Mrs. Li, the experience is 48 . “I came here thinking I would miss home,” she said, “but now this town 49 like home. I teach them about China; they teach me about England. We learn from each other.”
Such small cultural 50 are happening worldwide. They are not grand exhibitions or famous festivals. They are quiet, daily 51 that build trust and respect. They show that understanding arises not from big gestures but from 52 moments — over a cup of tea, a piece of mooncake, or a simple conversation.
In a world divided by differences, these little links serve as powerful reminders that we are more 53 than we think. Cultural exchange is not about changing who we are; it is about learning to respect each other’s 54 and celebrate mutual understanding. And that is how we 55 a more peaceful and connected world.
41.A. route B. signal C. symbol D. bridge
42.A. eager B. hesitant C. prepared D. content
43.A. push B. change C. act D. pass
44.A. gave up B. dropped in C. moved on D. set off
45.A. attend B. recall C. host D. record
46.A. issues B. challenges C. festivals D. experiences
47.A. enquiring B. penning C. memorizing D. marking
48.A. disturbing B. amazing C. boring D. engaging
49.A. sounds B. remains C. feels D. appears
50.A. exchanges B. roots C. origins D. conflicts
51.A. contacts B. connections C. conducts D. contributions
52.A. lost B. silenced C. relieved D. shared
53.A. distinct B. independent C. alike D. parallel
54.A. equality B. pursuit C. privacy D. uniqueness
55.A. build B. invent C. affect D. picture
第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
This year, I decided to take a course called AP Seminar to improve my research, 56 (present) and teamwork skills. To help us, Ms. Maxson divided us into groups. At first, I thought she would assign us 57 (random), but she used a more creative method.
First, she gave us a lecture on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), 58 system that divides people into 16 personality types based on a questionnaire. According to this system, everyone is either introverted (内向的) 59 extroverted; intuitive or sensing; thinking or feeling; and prospecting or judging. Then, we each took the test to discover our type.
What I turned out to be was an INTP—the logician. This means I have an analytical and curious mind, often 60 (draw) to difficult ideas and theories, 61 I thought was quite accurate.
However, I noted the test’s limitations. While 62 (identify) myself as an introvert, I believe my behavior is context-dependent. What bothered me more was 63 the questions seemed kind of easily manipulated (操控) to achieve a desired outcome.
From my perspective, 64 its imperfections, the MBTI offered valuable insights into our collaborative styles. Finally, Ms. Maxson formed groups considering personality compatibility. Since extroverts were the majority, each team 65 (consist) of one introvert and three extroverts. So far, my group has been functioning effectively, and I am optimistic about our project.
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，你校英语报正在举办以“读名言，悟成长”为主题的征文活动。请你根据以下谚语(A person who travels far knows more)写一篇英文短文投稿，内容包括：
1)你对这句话的理解；
2)你的亲身经历；
3)你的感悟。
注意: (1)写作词数应为100词左右；
(2)可适当增加细节，使内容充实，行文连贯。
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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。
After graduating from UCLA as a film-making major, I was filled with confidence, thinking to myself that I was bound to make a splash in this industry. Yet after being declined by countless enterprises, I ended up finding a temporary job as a birthday clown to make ends meet. I had to admit that the pay of playing the clown was pretty decent, but I struggled a lot with my new identity. Every sleepless night, I couldn’t help asking myself the same question, “Shouldn’t I be a filmmaker rather than a joker doing a ridiculous job ”
For certain parties, I had been assigned to play a specific character. Usually, the company would drop off a trash bag filled with a costume for me the night before the party. It was cruel, since these costumes smelled like the broken dreams of every failed actor that’d worn them before me.
One night, they handed me my trash bag and said, “Tomorrow you’re going to be Batman.”
At the time I had a giant mustache(胡子), and a superhero with a mustache wasn’t what parents would anticipate. But I wasn’t in the mood to alter my physical appearance for that job, because that would have meant me admitting I was more of a clown than a filmmaker. So I didn’t shave.
The next day, I went to the party. I had to leave my car parked far enough away so that the kids wouldn’t see Batman driving a broken SUV. As a consequence, I had to walk to the party. Normally at these parties, all you have to do is pop in through the front door and say, “Surprise! Batman’s here!”
But a group of kids playing at the front door spotted me approaching, like, a quarter of a mile away, which made me start to regret my option. I was thinking, “Gosh, my stupid mustache is going to ruin this party.” Sure enough, once I got close enough for them to start identifying the features of my face, the entire party burst into laughter.
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。
Super awkward, I turned around and wanted to drive my Batmobile away.
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I ran into the party, and they were all clapping their hands for me.
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高三年级2026年秋期9月教学诊断英语学科答案
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应用文写作范文
The old saying, "A person who travels far knows more", conveys that the value of travel lies not in miles covered, but in the continuous expansion of our minds.
Last year, I hiked along the ancient Silk Road in Xinjiang. Standing before a weather-beaten beacon tower in the Gobi Desert, I suddenly sensed the loneliness of ancient guards stationed and keeping watch there. Running my fingers over rough aged bricks, I seemed to feel centuries of dust come alive. Later, I was treated to warm salty milk tea and fresh nang by a local Uyghur family, whose sincere hospitality left a deep impression on me.
This far-reaching journey did more than broaden my sight; it opened my heart to lives and stories that textbooks can hardly record. Books grant us knowledge, yet real-world travel brings us genuine insight, which, I believe, is the precious reward of traveling far.
读后续写范文
Super awkward, I turned around and wanted to drive my Batmobile away. No sooner had the kids seen my strange behavior than the laughter faded away all of a sudden. “Is Batman escaping ” asked a child, his voice filled with genuine concern. I found myself rooted to the ground, unable to inch forward. Some awful memories flashed back in front of my eyes, making me feel my blood freeze. My heart was beating painfully fast, and my mind went totally blank. Another child broke the ice by yelling from the top of his lungs, “Batman never escapes!” It was his inspiring words that brought me back to reality, and I eventually gathered up my courage to do what Batman would do.
I ran into the party, and they were all clapping their hands for me. I failed to contain my feelings, with excitement written all over my face. It struck me that I was the only one bothered by me and my mustache. Feeling on top of the world, I cracked a smile at these little angels and opened my mouth, “Batman’s here! Who wants to fight against bad guys with me ” “Me!” they replied in chorus, and a trace of joy can be noticed in their voices, for which my long-lost confidence found its way back. Cape blowing in the wind, tears welling up in my eyes, I got rid of insecurity and self-doubt lingering in my heart and resolved to stay positive in the face of adversity.
听力原文
Text 1
M: Now, if you have any questions about the contract, I'll be happy to answer them.
W: Nothing comes to mind right now, but I'd like to go over all the articles of the contract once more before signing it.
Text 2
M: What's your plan for this evening
W: Well, there's a good game at the stadium, but I haven't got a ticket yet.
M: I'm going to the gym. Would you like to come along I can get a guest pass for you.
W: That's wonderful. I'd always wanted to work out in the new gym.
Text 3
W: I should start a new diet.
M: You can try out the one that I do.
W: Tell me about it. I need to do something right away. You know, my sister's getting married. I can't even fit in the dress for the wedding.
Text 4
M: Have you booked your flight yet
W: No, I haven't. I'm trying to decide between the 8 o'clock flight on Tuesday evening and the 10 o'clock one on Wednesday morning.
M: I'm on the Tuesday evening flight. I want to rest a little before the conference begins on Friday morning.
Text 5
W: How about Aspen, Colorado That's where a lot of people go during the skiing season.
M: It's too expensive. How about somewhere more interesting
W: I know you're thinking about the Swiss Alps, but it's much more expensive than going to Aspen!
Text 6
M: It's quite noisy in the lounge downstairs.
W: It's the baseball game between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, which is broadcast on Fox, with Joe Buck and Tim McCarver calling the game.
M: These two have been intense rivals for more than 100 years — no wonder they are so excited.
W: Yeah, I can also feel my blood boiling. You know what, I've changed my idea. Let's go shopping.
M: But you still have an engagement with the dentist later.
W: Can I cancel it
M: Your decayed tooth ceased to ache
W: Nope. All right, I'll stay here watching the game until the time.
M: Then I'll stay with you.
Text 7
M: What movies are playing tonight
W: I know of two. One was filmed in Minnesota with Garrison Keillor. It's called Prairie Home Companion. The other is a cartoon by Pixar called Cars.
M: Garrison Keillor is funny, but I haven't heard any good reviews about the film. Let's go to Cars.
W: OK. Let me just find out when it's playing tonight… oh, bad news. Cars doesn't start until tomorrow night.
M: No worries. We can do that tomorrow night. Let's do something else tonight.
W: Well, do you like going bowling
M: It's OK. But what else could we do
W: I remember! There's a concert this weekend at Dos Kolegos!
M: What bands are playing
W: I think Regular Pattern and The Submissionaries are playing.
M: Do you know the drummer of Regular Pattern
W: Yes, he's my brother's friend. He rocks!
M: Cool. Let's do that then.
Text 8
M: Do you think it is wise to change your major after you've studied for two years already
W: Well, many of the courses I've taken for a Computer Programming degree are valuable for a Computer Technology degree.
M: That's true. How about your parents Do they agree with you
W: I'm on my own. It's up to me.
M: If I were you, I would find out how many job openings there are for computer technologies.
W: I have. There are many openings.
M: I suggest you pursue the career you like most.
W: But I can't. I've never taken courses in Computer Technology. How can I compare the two
M: You'd better take a few courses in Computer Technology first, and then you can decide afterwards.
W: That's a good idea.
M: Then, I suggest you should make arrangements to take two courses in Computer Technology immediately.
W: Thank you.
Text 9
M: I'd like to go to America, but I don't know if I can get a visa.
W: Do you have any other ideas
M: I've heard that Germany is nice too.
W: Do you speak German
M: A little, but I'm willing to learn it.
W: You're right in considering different countries because of the visa. But I suggest you think about why you want to study abroad. If you want to improve your English skills, it would be best to go to a native English-speaking country. England, Canada, America, and Australia are the most popular countries for studying abroad.
M: Oh. Well, can you tell me how to apply for my visa
W: First, I think you should look into some schools and apply. If you are accepted, then the universities will offer you some guidance on applying for the visa.
M: When should I send my application forms in
W: Do it as early as possible. Over the summer, you can do some research on the schools. Then, you can send out for application forms in September. Try to send them back to the schools by December. That will give you plenty of time to sort out the visas.
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I always dreamed of opening my own restaurant. I always loved cooking. So when it came time for college, I knew that the cooking institute was definitely the place for me, although a lot of my friends went to study computer and my father wanted me to study science. And when I graduated, I couldn't wait to get started. Well, that was probably my first mistake. I didn't go slowly. I picked a building for my restaurant in a residential neighborhood. I took great efforts in decoration. But the parking in the neighborhood was really difficult. I didn't have enough regular customers, because people didn't really drive by and see it. At first, I thought it was great not to have any competition, but I realize now that another restaurant or two would have brought people into the area. My other mistake was that I wanted to serve only the best and use organic food. Well, the problem with that was I had to charge a lot of money for the meals. That didn't help business either. If I had only known then what I know now!

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