成都市双流区名校2023-2024学年高二上学期10月月考
英语试题
本试卷共8页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上
第I卷（选择题 95分）
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。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What will the weather be like tomorrow
A．Rainy. B．Cold. C．Warm.
2．What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Professor and student. B．Boss and secretary. C．Manager and applicant.
3．How long will the Blacks stay in London
A．For one day. B．For one week. C．For one month.
4．What does the man mean
A．He doesn’t like the weather. B．He will go out for a trip. C．He is too busy to have a picnic.
5．What are the speakers talking about
A．An artist. B．A dish. C．A trip.
第二节（共15小题，每小题15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。
听第6段长对话，回答第6、7题。
6．What does the woman thank the man for
A．Coming back earlier. B．Saving her a lot of work. C．Finishing the work in time.
7．What does the man want to be washed today
A．His T-shirt. B．His shirt. C．His suit.
听第7段长对话，回答第8至9题。
8．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Doctor and patient. B．Husband and wife. C．Salesman and customer.
9．What does the man suggest the woman do
A．Do more exercise. B．Drink plenty of water. C．Stop eating chocolate.
听第8段长对话，回答第10至12题。
10．What does David plan to do this Saturday afternoon
A．Watch a movie. B．Take a class. C．Buy some Chinese food.
11．What did David learn to make last week
A．Noodles. B．Dumplings. C．Rice cake.
12．What does the woman think of the cooking class
A．Boring. B．Expensive. C．Interesting
听第9段长对话，回答第13至16题。
13．How long does the woman probably spend on the Internet a day
A．One and a half hours. B．Two hours. C．Two and a half hours.
14．What does the woman spend most of her time doing on the Internet
A．Doing emailing. B．Learning a course. C．Reading local news.
15．What do the speakers both like doing on the Internet
A．Surfing around. B．Visiting the online library. C．Chatting with friends.
16．What can we learn about the man
A．He spends 30 minutes shopping online a day.
B．He is very interested in surfing the Internet.
C．He spends most of his time looking up sports news.
听下面一段短文，回答第17至20题。
17．When was Sydney Festival set up
A．In 1956. B．In 1970. C．In 1977.
18．What is the aim of Sydney Festival
A．To inspire people to create artworks.
B．To draw people to the center of city.
C．To encourage indoor activities.
19．How long does Sydney Festival last
A．One week. B．Two weeks. C．Three weeks.
20．How many artists will attend Sydney Festival
A．900. B．330. C．100.
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
Warrumbungle National Park
Travel six hours northwest of Sydney, and you’ve reached the astronomy capital of Australia. Warrumbungle National Park is a nature and star-lover’s dream. This land is home to the Southern Hemisphere’s first Dark Sky Park, which means you’ll be treated to nights of no light pollution and out of this world stargazing. Besides, the Warrumbungles has several adventurous hikes. The Breadknife and Grand High Tops walk is considered one of the best in Australia!
Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park
Ku-Ring-Gai Chase is the second oldest national park in Australia. We love this park for its proximity (邻近) to Sydney (a quick 45-minute drive from the city), significant Aboriginal (澳大利亚土著的) sites and breathtaking scenic views. There are many walks you can do here. You can also go kayaking (皮划艇), stopping at some of the secluded beaches that line the park.
Bouddi National Park
Located on the Central Coast, Bouddi National Park is one for beautiful landscapes and beaches. Just 90 minutes from Sydney, Bouddi is a hidden treasure. The beautiful water makes this park an ideal destination during summer, but it also provides a fantastic point for whale watching over the winter. You can experience Bouddi National Park on a day trip. Pack your picnic goods and head on the 8.5 km (one-way) Bouddi Coastal Walk — it’ll give you a perfect taste of the best of what the park has to offer!
Dorrigo National Park
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dorrigo National Park is one to explore! Located just shy of four hours from Byron Bay, the park is part of the Gondwana Rainforests and has been made over millions of years. You’d be right then to expect some of the most stunning waterfalls here. For one of the best experiences, head to the Skywalk lookout. This elevated walkway will take you right into the heart of the rainforest, providing soaring views 21 meters over the rainforest all the way to the coast.
21．If you were a fan of stargazing and hiking, which park would interest you most
A．Bouddi National Park. B．Dorrigo National Park.
C．Warrumbungle National Park. D．Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park.
22．What can you enjoy at Bouddi National Park
A．Going kayaking. B．Watching whales.
C．Visiting Aboriginal sites. D．Seeing breathtaking waterfalls.
23．What do you know about Dorrigo National Park
A．It is the oldest national park in Australia. B．It offers a perfect view of the Gondwana Rainforests.
C．It’s about four hours drive from Sydney. D．It’s known for adventurous hikes along the coast.
B
Move over soccer, basketball and football, there’s a new competition sweeping Australia. It’s competitive bird calling. Yes, bird calling!
Scores of kids in New South Wales are spending their spare time practicing for the Bournda Bird Olympics, an event that aims at young bird-callers against each other to see who can deliver the clearest, most enthusiastic and most accurate bird call. The principal of the Bournda Environmental Education Centre, Doug Reckord, encourages the kids to listen to bird calls on YouTube to prepare for the event. The children also work on identifying birds by their beaks, claws and calls.
Surprisingly, the Bournda Bird Olympics isn’t Australia’s first competition with competitive bird calling. The first competition took place in Sydney in 1912. It was supported by the Gould League of Bird Lovers, a foundation that encouraged children to bird watch and learn about birds.
Even back then, New South Wales was the country’s bird calling leader. Students from the New South Wales region had access to much more bird sounds than city kids. They won the Dawson Memorial Shield for best bird calling six times between 1953 and 1962. Today, New South Wales is bringing back the bird calls. Led by the Bournda Environmental Education Centre, the Bournda Bird Olympics renewed in 2018. The event now features former bird calling champion, Bruce Chapman, as the “celebrity” judge.
When showtime finally arrives, three judges at the Bournda Bird Olympics rate people taking part on their enthusiasm, accuracy and clearness. The players can earn a maximum of three points in each type. Some 45 children took part in the 2022 event. The most popular bird call to imitate (模仿) was the kookaburra’s unique laugh. But the winner that year came from a girl copying a king parrot. Her call sounded so accurate that a king parrot in the trees actually called back to her.
24．What’s Doug Reckord’s attitude to bird calling
A．Curious. B．Positive. C．Uncaring. D．Objective.
25．What is Gould League of Bird Lovers
A．A project. B．A school club. C．A game. D．An organization.
26．What is the fourth paragraph mainly about
A．The basic rules of bird calling. B．The bright future of bird calling.
C．New South Wales’ participation. D．New South Wales’ training.
27．Why did a girl’s imitation win the 2022 event
A．It was true to life. B．It was the sweetest.
C．It was the most popular. D．It was full of enthusiasm.
C
Imagine, John Lennon’s most famous song was recently voted “Britain’s favourite song of all time”. It’s an idealistic song about peace and hope for a better world. ‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’. The song was a big hit in 1971 and again in 1981 Lennon was murdered in New York. It became a hit for a third time after the terrorist attacks of september 11th , 2001.
But who really wrote the song Until recently the answer to this question was always John Lennon. But on a TV program this week, Lennon’s wife, Yoko Ono, spoke for the first time about how she in fact helped to write the song.
Ono said that the idea and inspiration (灵感) for imaging came from some of her poems that John Lennon was reading at that time. The poems began with the word ‘Imagine’. Ono said during the Second World War, my brother and I were terribly hungry. I imagined delicious menus for him and he began to smile.
In an interview just before he died, Lennon admitted that Yoko deserved credit for imaging. He said a lot of it came from her, from her book of poems. Imagine this, imagine that.
Ono said that some of the song was written when they were flying across the Atlantic, and the rest was written on the piano in their bedroom at their home in England. Ono said, “The song speaks about John’s dream for the world. It was something he really wanted to say.” Imagine became a popular song for peace activists everywhere.
In March 2002, the airport in his hometown of Liverpool was renamed John Lennon Airport. A sign above the main entrance has a line from Imagine ‘Above us only shine’.
28．What does the author say about the song
A．Imagine a is closely related to Lenon’s death. B．It’s the most popular song in the world.
C．It encourages listeners to use their imagination. D．It expresses Lennon’s wish for world peace.
29．Lennon came up with the idea for Imagine because of _________.
A．people’s smiles on their faces B．his anger over World War II
C．his wife’s poems D．some delicious menus
30．The underlined word “credit” in Paragraph Four probably means ________
A．praise B．attention
C．consideration D．support
31．What’s the best title for the text
A．Why Was Imagine Written B．Who Wrote Imagine
C．The Reason Behind Imagine’s Success. D．The Unknown Secret of John Lennon
D
Why does Haiti so tend to have fatal earthquakes Earthquakes have been causing huge damage in Haiti since at least the 18th century. The capital city has been destroyed twice in 19 years. The 21st century has been no more kind.
The Earth’s outer shell is made tip of tectonic plates (构造板块) that move. Haiti sits near the crossing of two tectonic plaits that make up the Earth’s outer shell. Earthquakes can occur when those plates move against each other and create friction (摩擦力).
Haiti is also overpopulated. Plus, many of its buildings are designed to resist hurricanes but not earthquakes. Those buildings can survive strong winds bat are easy to fail down when the ground shrikes. Poor building practices can also play a role.
“I think it’s important to recognize that there’s no such thing as a natural disaster,” said Wendy Bohon, a geologist. “What you have is a natural disaster that comes with a weak architecture system. We do know that earthquakes like this can cause huge damage because of the fault,” said Wendy. “And it’s quite a significant risk in places that don’t have the construction practices to resist the shaking.”
Construction of more earthquake-resistant buildings remains a challenge in Haiti, which is the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere. “While there have been some success stories of Haitians building more earthquake-resistant structures, the country has lacked a centralized effort to do so,” said Mark Schuller, a professor of anthropology and nonprofit and NGO studies at Northern Illinois University. Haiti’s government has become increasingly weak, while non-governmental organizations only focus on their own projects.
“There is technical knowledge in Haiti, There are trained architects. There are city planners. That’s not the problem,” Schuller said. “The problem is a lack of funding for coordination (协调), and lack of political will from donors to organizations providing aid.”
32．Which factor causing the huge damage is highlighted
A．Its overpopulation. B．Its weak government.
C．Its geographical location. D．Its weak architecture system.
33．What does the underlined part “the fault” in paragraph 4 refer to
A．Lacking political will to provide aid. B．Lacking hurricane-resistant; buildings.
C．Lacking earthquake-resistant buildings. D．Sitting on the crossing of two tectonic plates.
34．What’s Schuller’s attitude towards Haiti’s government
A．Supportive. B．Critical.
C．Indifferent. D．Interested.
35．Which of the following can be a problem according to the last paragraph
A．Fund and will. B．Skilled architects.
C．Urban designers. D．Technology and money.
第二节(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Is Society Too Dependent On Technology
Just think, what would happen if your computer, iPad or laptop crashed today What if someone took away your phone for some days or perhaps you lost it If thinking about these incidences makes you stressed, you are not alone. 36
Most of us cannot go for a minute without looking at our phones and the fear of the battery dying is huge. If you happen to work in offices you may be familiar with this trend. 37 Anyway, it's true. How can work continue if it's hard to send an email to a colleague or customer This is common in almost all offices.
38 Those evening games after school are over; watching cartoons on a Sunday or playing with friends are no longer there. Today, most kids remain indoors playing computer games or with a smart phone. Technology has taken all their time.
Society may have gone too far in technology dependence. It has become so huge that doctors have recommended for "technology detox". 39 If not, according to Oxford Dictionary, Technology Detox is a period during which an individual avoids using any electronic devices including computers, smart phones, etc., as a chance to reduce stress and focus on social interaction in the outside world.
Well, the choice remains in our hands. We must agree that society is being carried away by the increased inventions being introduced in our lives today. 40 Meanwhile, we should have the discipline to turn it off when we are supposed to experience life in reality.
A．Perhaps you may have heard of it.
B．We appreciate technology since it has its benefits.
C．If the Internet is down, all the tasks are over for the day.
D．Technology addiction is sure to cause social problems.
E．Today, most people are becoming dependent on technology.
F．Here are some signs that our generation depends too much on technology.
G．Kids used to spend a lot of time with each other or parents playing or just sharing stories.
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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Yesterday, my daughter had to go to work earlier than usual. Since the gym where I work out is not far from her 41 , I decided to take her to work and then go to the gym.
At quite an earlier hour, the gym was 42 full of men and women of all ages, working out. I 43 go to the gym at this early hour, and was 44 to see so many people. It seems that many go to the gym before going to 45 . Some want to lose weight, others want to 46 their body, and a great number of people like to build their muscles (肌肉). I know how difficult it is for most people to start exercising. Most people know it is good for their body, 47 they are too lazy to go to the gym, 48 in the morning. They 49 to spend an extra hour in bed before starting their 50 . In the afternoon, they are too 51 after work, and want to stay at home or go out to meet friends.
If you’re one of them, you need to overcome (克服) your 52 . If you 53 going to the gym and exercising, you will start to 54 it. This usually 55 when you see you’re losing weight, that your body is getting into a better shape, and that you feel stronger.
It is the same in every other area of life. Everything becomes easier if you have great motivation.
41．A．house B．garage C．office D．yard
42．A．already B．still C．even D．just
43．A．usually B．sometimes C．only D．seldom
44．A．happy B．surprised C．excited D．satisfied
45．A．hospital B．bed C．work D．school
46．A．shape B．protect C．check D．change
47．A．and B．but C．then D．thus
48．A．actually B．simply C．especially D．generally
49．A．need B．have C．prefer D．expect
50．A．day B．plan C．trip D．business
51．A．worried B．bored C．anxious D．tired
52．A．quietness B．loneliness C．darkness D．laziness
53．A．practice B．keep C．forget D．consider
54．A．take B．survive C．get D．like
55．A．improves B．happens C．finishes D．exists
第II卷（非选择题55分）
第二节（共10小题; 每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案转写到答题卡上。
When you step into a new environment, you might have some difficulty in fitting in. Here are some tips 56 might help you.
Be confident. You are unique in this world. Spend some time thinking about your 57 （strengthen） and you will be able to build up confidence step by step.
Be kind to everyone. Kindness is the bridge to your own happiness. Always give more than you receive, and think more of others than of 58 （you）. A person who cares for others is popular everywhere.
Be active in group activities. 59 （vary）activities like playing football can help you to be known 60 others. You may add more friends to your circle. At the same time, you'll be amazed 61 （see） how much they like you.
Be optimistic. Optimism 62 （make） both you and others feel pleased. It helps you make 63 good first impression. A pleasant smile costs the 64 （little） but does the most. If you follow the suggestions 65 （mention）above, you will be accepted by people around you. And you will fit in very well and enjoy your new life.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66．你校英文报将举办有关“健康睡眠，高效学习”的征文活动，请写一篇英语短文投稿，内容包括：
1. 简述学生的睡眠现状；
2. 论述睡眠的重要性；
3. 提出倡议。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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第二节（满分25分）读后续写
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。
Nick was new, so he didn’t have many friends. One day when he sat by himself at lunch, the headmaster walked in and announced that it was the basketball season, so they needed to practice after school till 6. Nick smiled. He loved playing basketball.
Later that day it was time to go to the first practice of the season. There were other guys and they all sat together talking, but Nick just sat there and waited. “Alright boys! Line up and tell me your names,” the coach demanded. “Ricky, Derick, Josh, Dan, Nick.” they answered, one after another. Practice went on and the coach began to try out the boys. Ricky and his friends did really good. But the coach ran out of time before he could try out Nick.
The next day, Ricky and his friends came up to Nick and told him he wasn’t good enough though they had never seen him play. Nick said nothing. Soon enough it was time for Nick to try out. “We will start with free throws,” the coach said. Nick stood on the free throw line and then shot. He didn’t miss one shot. The boys were amazed. Ricky was mad because they were all giving the attention to Nick. The coach informed Nick that he made the team. All the boys were congratulating him.
Nick was happy that he was on the team and it was a good way to make friends. Ricky just stood there and looked at him in anger. Ricky always got the attention but now Nick did because he’s an amazing player. The next day came and Nick went to lunch. He sat by himself and the next thing he knew was that the table he was sitting at was filled with all the basketball players except Ricky.
Soon enough it was time for their first game. The game was a close one ... There were 5 seconds left and Ricky had the ball. Everyone was blocked but Nick was open. “I'm open. I’m open,” Nick said over and over.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式作答。
Ricky saw that he was open but he didn’ t care.
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Nick decided to talk to Ricky after they failed the game.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________英语试题参考答案：
一．听力
1．C 2．B 3．B 4．C 5．B 6．B 7．C 8．B 9．A 10．B 11．A 12．C
13．C 14．B 15．A 16．B 17．C 18．B 19．C 20．A
二．阅读理解
21．C 22．B 23．B 24．B 25．D 26．C 27．A 28．D 29．C 30．A 31．B
32．D 33．C 34．B 35．A 36．E 37．C 38．G 39．A 40．B
三．完形填空
41．C 42．A 43．D 44．B 45．C 46．A 47．B 48．C 49．C 50．A 51．D
52．D 53．B 54．D 55．B
四．语法填空
56．that / which 57．strength(s) 58．yourself 59．Various 60．to 61．to see 62．makes 63．a 64．least 65．mentioned
五．书面表达
66．Recently, there has been an increasing concern about the phenomenon that high school students are lacking enough sleep. Many of them stay up late for various reasons, ranging from heavy schoolwork to being addicted to digital devices.
The importance of a good sleep can never be emphasized too much. It can help us stay focused in class, and furthermore, serves as a basic foundation for good health. On the contrary, the long-term shortage of sleep not only robs us of energy needed for study in the daytime, but also gives rise to many potential physical and mental diseases.
Therefore, it is suggested that we should work out an efficient plan for our school life, striking a balance between work and study. Only by keeping a healthy life-style can we have a strong body to deal with future challenges.
67．Version 1:
Ricky saw that he was open but he didn’t care. Ricky went to try and shoot, but missed. Their team lost by one point. Nick was right by the basket but Ricky didn’t pass the ball because he didn’t like Nick. As soon as the game was over, the coach waited for them all to get into the locker room and said sadly, “There was no reason we should lose. We were one point behind. Ricky could have made it but he decided to shoot himself. I’m so disappointed.”
Nick decided to talk to Ricky after they failed the game. “Only if we work together can we succeed,” Nick said seriously. Ricky regretted what he had done and realized the importance of good teamwork. Weeks went by and it was time for another game. Ricky and Nick were both in. They were working together. They caught up and ended up winning the rest of the games of the whole season. Nick and Ricky became really good friends. They can’t wait till next year to play again .
Version 2:
Ricky saw that he was open but he didn’t care. He just wanted to show off how well he could play so that he could catch other people’s attention again. He tried his best to shoot, but to his surprise, he didn’t make it. The team lost in the end. The coach and the teammates were very disappointed with Ricky, thinking that he had no sense of teamwork. Ricky was sorry for the mistake he had made, but there was nothing he could do about it.
Nick decided to talk to Ricky after they failed the game. “Hey, Ricky, if you don’t like me, just keep off the court. But if you want to succeed, just work as a team.” In fact, Ricky had regretted not being able to work with the team. He decided to see Nick as a role model. The boys went home and had hours of practice the next day. In the following games of the whole season, they achieved great success one after another due to their unity.
听力原材料
Text1：
W: Brrr! It’s cold. What did the weatherman say
M: The rain will stop at night. And it’ll be a much warmer day tomorrow.
W: Great! So, we can play volleyball in the yard.
Text2：
M: Susan, we’re going to hold a general meeting tomorrow at 7 am. You need to prepare the reports and make them in PowerPoint.
W: No problem, sir. I will be ready for that.
M: Remember to inform the managers to join the meeting.
W: Sure.
Text3：
M: Mr. and Mrs. Black have ordered a room at one of the best hotels in London and they’ll stay there for a week.
W: Yes, they’re going to celebrate their wedding anniversary.
Text4：
W: This autumn weather is perfect for going out for a picnic.
M: Unfortunately, the only time I get to enjoy is when I am walking to class or to the library.
Text5：
M: This is delicious. You’re a true artist! How did you cook it I’ve never been able to eat something like this.
W: I spent two years in France as a young girl. I learnd a lot of amazing techniques there.
Text6：
W: Good morning.
M: Good morning. Are you through with the cleaning If not, I’ll come back a little later.
W: Never e right in. I’ve almost finished. You always keep the room neat and tidy. I must say thank you, for it saves me a 1ot of work, but you should 1et me do it.
M: It doesn’t take much time. I’m used to tidying up my room myself.
W: Its very considerate of you to do so. Do you have any clothes to be washed today
M: I have a suit that needs cleaning.
W: Let me have it. please. I’m taking some laundry downstairs anyway.
Text7：
W: Oh dear, I gained five pounds in the last two months. These jeans don’t fit me now.
M: Don’t worry, you still look pretty.
W: But it’s too quick. I eat healthy foods and drink plenty of water. I haven’t done anything differently. What gives
M: Maybe because of those healthy foods, you know, too much dark chocolate, nuts and fruits can all lead to weight gain.
W: You’re right, I should stop eating them.
M: No needs, dear. You can just take more exercise and still enjoy those foods.
Text8：
W: David, what about going to a movie this Saturday afternoon
M: I’d really love to, but I don’t think I can make it. I’ve got to take a cooking class that afternoon.
W: What kind of cooking class are you going to take
M: A Chinese food cooking class. They teach you how to make some traditional Chinese food. For example, two weeks ago I learned to make dumplings, and last week I learned about how Chinese noodles are cooked. And this week, we’ll learn to make rice cake.
W: That sounds very interesting. So is the course expensive
M: Not really.
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W: Good morning, Tom. Would you please do me a favor
M: Of course. What’s the matter
W: I’m doing this survey on Internet usage: how often you use it, and what you use it for.
M: I don’t quite understand, can you explain
W: You know, I surf the Web. That takes about 30 minutes. And then I like to read the local news to find out what’s going on back home. That takes another 30 minutes. But the main thing is that I’m doing this online course and I spend about an hour and a half each day on that.
M: Doing what
W: Visiting the online library and discussing with my classmates. How about you, George
M: Well, like you, I spend about 20 minutes a day just generally surfing around. I know it’s a bit of a waste of time, but I can’t do without it.
W: Ha-ha, me too. Surfing the Web helps me relax my mind. And then
M: I also look up the sports news — that takes me about 10 to 15 minutes. I like doing my grocery shopping online. That takes oh, about 15 minutes. That’s about it, really.
W: You don’t do any emailing
M: Oh, yeah — of course. I’d say I spend about 10 minutes a day on e-mails.
Text10：
Sydney Festival is held each year in January. It is Australia’s biggest annual cultural event and has remained so since its foundation in January 1977. The festival program consists of all kinds of events from classical music to drama and dance. Some performances last two weeks and some exhibitions seven days. The festival attracts about 500,000 people to its free outdoor events and 150,000 to other events, and contributes more than $55 million to the country each year.
The origins of the festival are in the Waratah Festival which was set up in 1956 by the Sydney Committee. Sydney Festival was set up to attract people into the city centre during the summer holiday.
For three weeks, Sydney Festival offers a program of more than 330 performances and 100 events related to 900 artists from 17 countries. It has a strong tradition of creating opportunities for Australian artists.
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