临澧县2023-2024学年高一上学期期中考试英语试卷
时量：120分钟 总分：150分
第I卷（选择题共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. Where does the woman want to go
A. The train station. B. The fire station. C. The park
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A new classmate. B. An interesting class. C. An eye problem.
3. What was the man s favorite food tonight
A. Roast chicken. B. Tomato soup. C. Potato salad.
4. How does the man suggest finding their way to the museum
A. By visiting a website. B. By reading a map. C. By asking a stranger.
5. What will the man do this afternoon
A. Do his homework. B. Go to swim. C. Help his brother.
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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段材料，回答第6和第7题。
6. What is Jim probably doing
A. Studying for a test. B. Attending a concert. C. Playing basketball.
7. What relation is Jim to the woman
A. Her classmate. B. Her brother. C. Her teacher.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. When did the man first go to the Rock n Ribville festival
A. In 2007. B. In 2009. C. In 2010.
9. What does the man love doing most during the event
A. Trying tasty foods. B. Watching classical movies. C. Listening to live music.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What kind of restaurant is the Lotus Garden
A. Indian. B. French. C. Chinese.
11. Where is the man now probably
A. In Birmingham. B. In Leeds. C. In Sunderland.
12.How will James get to Durham
A. By car. B. By train. C. By bus.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Where can the man find Teens magazine
A. On the first floor. B. On the second floor. C. On the third floor.
14. Which book does Jenny want to borrow
A. A Brief History of Time. B. Gone with the Wind. C. A Dream of Red Mansions.
15. What will the man tell Jenny to do
A. Fill out a form at the library. B. Go to the library in a month.
C. Return her books on time.
16. What s the weather probably like now
A. Sunny. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why did the speaker go to Legoland California last summer
A. For a birthday celebration. B. For a family vacation. C. For a graduation.
18. How far is it from San Diego International Airport to Legoland
A. About a 30-minute drive. B. About a 40-minute drive. C. About a 50-minute drive.
19. What did the speaker think of the Legoland Castle Hotel
A. Satisfying. B. Boring. C. Strange.
20. Which themed room did the speaker stay in
A. Knights & Dragons. B. Royal Princess. C. Magic Wizard.
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）
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Senior high school is not only just attending classes and attempting to get high grades. Students can make the most of the opportunities high school offers you to explore your interests and sometimes interact with fellow students in clubs. Here are some introductions of popular clubs.
Speech Club
Do you enjoy talking Do you think you can be a future lawyer Try out for the school’s speech team. Not only will you meet people and make friends, you’ll also get to practice public speaking, a valuable, important tool that you will use at every stage of your life. By researching, talking about debating hot- button political, social, cultural and environment topics, you will also become more aware and up-to-date on current events.
Band Club
Are you in a band in junior high If so, you probably remember always hanging around with your musical friends. If you haven’t joined any high school club yet, you should! Most high school bands give performances, and even go on trips to Disney land. Not sure Did I mention that studies show that students with music education tend to receive higher grades You read it right.
Red Cross Club
If you are interested in the medical field or planning to take a combined M.D. program, perhaps you should consider joining your school’s Chinese Red Cross Club. As part of the high school club working with the local Red Cross chapter, you can become a lifeguard, learn how to perform first aid and help others in need .
Language Clubs
Can you speak Spanish, French, or German Or maybe you just really like the foreign language class! Either way, you should consider joining your school’s language clubs and lean a new language during your past time. Spanish, French and German clubs put on several charity and cultural events throughout the academic year. You could be helping others in need, and making new friends all at the same time!
21. Which club suits you best if you want to become a lawyer
A. Speech Club. B. Band Club. C. Red Cross Club. D. Language Clubs.
22. What is special about Band Club
A. It ensures students to practice public speaking.
B. It helps improve students’ grades.
C. It enables students to be lifeguards.
D. It makes students’ speaking ability better.
23. What do Red Cross Club and Language Clubs have in common
A. They both can give you a trip to Disneyland.
B They make you a man of many talents and languages.
C. They enable you to help people who are in need.
D. They can help you to be a person with first aid knowledge.
B
Think of life as a game in which you are playing with five balls in the air. You name them work, family, health, friends and spirit (精神) and you keep all of them in the air. You will soon understand that work is a rubber(橡胶) ball. If you drop it, it will bounce (弹跳) back.
But the other four balls, family, health, friends and spirit, are made of glass. If you drop one of these, they will be broken. They will never be the same. You must understand that and try to have balance in your life. How
Don’t look down on your worth by comparing yourself with others. It is because we are different and each of us is special.
Don’t let other people set goal for you. Only you know what is best for yourself.
Don’t give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying.
Don’t be afraid of difficulties. It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave.
Don’t shut love out of your life by saying it’s impossible. The quickest way to receive love is to give it; the fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly (紧紧地); the best way to keep love is to give it wings.
Don’t run through life so fast that you forget not only where you’ve been, but also where you are going.
Don’t be afraid to learn. Knowledge is a treasure you can always carry easily.
Don’t use time or words carelessly. You can’t get them back. Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today is a gift; that’s why we call it “the present”. Life is not a competition, but a trip, step by step.
24. The sentence “Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying.” means that ______.
A. Nothing is possible B. If we don’t give up, there is always hope
C. You should learn to give up D. Although you try, nothing will change.
25. Why can’t we use time carelessly ___________
A. Because time never returns. B. Because time is too expensive.
C. Because we are too poor. D. Because times will get back.
26. If you run through life so fast, you will ____________.
A. lose your own treasure that you can always carry easily
B. lose love by holding it too tightly
C. not be afraid of the difficulties
D. forget not only where you’ve been, but also where you are going.
27. According to the passage, which is the best title ___________
A. Nothing is impossible. B. Glass balls are easy to be broken.
C. Things you can’t do. D. Treat your life in a right way.
C
As a youngster, there was nothing I liked better than Sunday afternoons at my grandfather’s farm in western Pennsylvania. Surrounded by miles of winding stone walls, the house and field provided endless hours of fun for a city kid like me. I was used to tidy living rooms that seemed to whisper, “Not to be touched!”
I can still remember one afternoon when I was eight years old. Since my first visit to the farm, I had wanted more than anything to be allowed to climb the stone walls surrounding the houses. My parents would never approve. The walls were old; some stones were missing, others loose and falling. Still, my idea to climb across those walls grew so strong that finally, one spring afternoon, I had all my courage to enter the living room, where the adults had gathered after Sunday dinner.
“I, uh—I want to climb the stone walls,” I said. Everyone looked up. “Can I climb the stone walls ” Immediately voices of disagreement went up from the women in the room. “Heavens, no! You'll hurt yourself!” I wasn't too disappointed; the response was just as I’d expected. But before I could leave the room, I was stopped by my grandfather’s loud voice. “Now hold on just a minute,” I heard him say. “Let the boy climb the stone walls. He has to learn to do things for himself.”
“Go,” he said to me, “and come and see me when you get back.” For the next two and a half hours I climbed those old walls—and had the time of my life. Later I met with my grandfather to tell him about my adventures. I’ll never forget what he said. “Fred,” he said, smiling, “You made this day a special day just by being yourself. Always remember, there’s only one person in this whole world like you, and I like you exactly as you are.”
Many years have passed since then, and today I host the television program Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, seen by millions of children throughout America. There have been changes over the years, but one thing remains the same: my message to children at the end of almost every visit. “There’s only one person in this whole world like you.” the kids can count on hearing me say, “and people can like you exactly as you are.”
28.When the writer was small, he lived_______ .
A.in the city B. on the farm C. with his grandparents D. away from his parents
29.The writer enjoyed his visits to the farm because_________.
A.there were old stone walls B. it was an exciting place for him
C. he liked his grandfather D. the living room there was clean
30.We can learn from the passage that the writer was_________ .
A.adventurous B. funny C. smart D. talkative
31.What did the writer learn from his grandfather and his own experience on the farm
A.To do things for others. B. To do whatever he liked.
C. To be proud of himself. D. To be himself.
D
When I was a child, I often saw my Grandma throwing bread that was no longer fresh to birds. Not surprisingly, this attracted few birds. Later on, we discovered bird food at the local store. Feeding garden birds in the UK has come a long way since then. Today, the birds can enjoy many kinds of food: from plant seeds to sunflower hearts and from cakes to meat balls. All this comes at a huge cost of about 200m a year. Sometimes, I wonder if we might be feeding our garden birds better than our kids. But maybe it’s worth it. Our generosity is having an important effect on the behavior and even evolution of these birds.
Take the goldfinch for example. In the 1960s, this was a rare bird. Today, goldfinches can be seen in many gardens. Other new visitors include the spotted woodpecker, which has left its usual woodland for food on bird tables. Evolution is meant to progress slowly: over thousands of years. Yet during the past few decades, the beaks of many kinds of birds have become longer because birds with longer beaks can get more food, and then are more likely to live on.
Is bird feeding completely good for birds Not everyone thinks so. Studies by the Zoological Society of London have shown that by bringing together many birds, bird feeders may help the spread of disease. In Australia, some bird experts believe—probably wrongly—that bird feeding creates a “dependence culture”.
But we shouldn’t forget one major benefit of feeding garden birds—it connects millions of people to the natural world. This is especially important for people who seldom reach the wider countryside. As I write this, there comes some noise outside my window: several birds were singing and flying around in my garden. It’s a sight I could only imagine years ago, when feeding garden birds just meant throwing hard bread to them.
32.What does the author mean by saying the underlined part in Paragraph 1
A.Feeding garden birds is a huge waste of money.
B.We spend quite a lot of money on the food of garden birds.
C.We should care more for our kids rather than garden birds.
D.Feeding garden birds can bring more joy than feeding kids.
33.Which is the reason behind the fact that many birds’ beaks become longer
A.These birds have given up traditional woodland.
B.Food for these birds becomes richer and better.
C.Longer beaks mean more chances of survival.
D.These birds grow faster than ever before.
34.What do some bird experts in Australia think of bird feeding
A.It is completely good for birds.
B.It may help the spread of disease.
C.It connects more and more people to the natural world.
D.It may reduce birds’ ability to find food by themselves.
35.How does the author feel when he hears bird noise outside his window
A.Annoyed. B. Pleased. C. Surprised. D. Bored
第二节（共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两处为多余选项。
Having a roommate can be one of the best experiences in college or, easily, one of the worst. It all depends on whether you have a good relationship with your roommate or not. Follow the advice to avoid the common mistakes that turn good roommate relationships bad.
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Communication is key. If something happens, sit down with your roommate and have a face-to-face conversation. I've seen roommate relationships fall apart because something happens and instead of talking to each other, the two start complaining about their roommates behind their backs. 37
Don't expect to be the best friends.
Some roommates become the best friends, and some don't. Don't put pressure (压力)on yourself or your roommate, especially when you first meet. 38 And if your roommate doesn't end up being your best friend, don't worry.
Ask before you take something.
This applies（适用）to food，clothes and anything else. If you want to keep a relationship going, show your roommate that you have respect for what is his or hers by asking first. 39
Clean up after yourself.
This should be done without saying. Don't be lazy. Or, at least, don't bury your roommate in your clothes and garbage. Most people I've come across in college are dirty and untidy. 40 But putting your stuff in order will help you avoid conflict.
A. Talk things out.
B. Always be honest.
C. Even if you both agree to share everything, you should still ask.
D. So you need to think twice before you help your roommate out.
E. This creates nothing but embarrassing(令人尴尬的) situations and unhappiness.
F. Remember, you're trying making a new friend, not to frighten your roommate.
G. You don't need to have all the time spent cleaning your room and keeping it organized.
第三部分 英语知识运用
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。
“Bye and good luck!” my receptionist (接待员) called to me as I headed down the stairs of the large office. I had just closed my law office and 41 the job that had supported my family for the past twenty-five years. I thought back to the day I' d first 42 a lawyer. I'd long been 43 about the legal profession(职业). My parents had been even more excited. In their eyes, a lawyer was a good profession. They had 44 me along the way. Was it their dream or mine I wasn't so 45 anymore.
Anyway, here I was today. My parents had both passed, and my children had grown and moved away from home. It was 46 to follow my true passion（热爱），which I had discovered was writing.
A few years earlier, I'd 47 writing novels, more as a hobby than as a job. The more I wrote, the more I 48 to write for a living. I' d realized that to be a (n) 49 author, I would have to write full-time-go all in.
It's been three years since I 50 to write full-time. I've published ten more books.
Recently, I met a nice lady. “What do you do ” she asked.
“I'm a full-time 51 ,” I replied.
“Really ” She had a look of 52 on her face. “That's so cool.”
I've had similar 53 many times over the past years with many different people. And you know what They're 54 . It is cool that I am doing what I 55 every single day of my life.
41.A.given up B.shown off C.picked out D.thought about
42. A.met B.understood C.become D.helped
43. A.careful B.confident C.excited D. worried
44. A.satisfied B.promised C.saved D.encouraged
45. A.sure B.proud C.afraid D.angry
46. A.tradition B.time C.responsibility D.luck
47. A.suggested B.imagined C.begun D.admitted
48. A.wanted B.agreed C.hesitated D.regretted
49. different B.hard-working C.open-minded D.successful
50. A.learned B.continued C.asked D.decided
51. A.author B.mom C.student D.lawyer
52. A.nervousness B.concern C.disbelief D.fear
53.A.conversations B.trips C.game D.friendships
54. A.right B.honest C.fair D.polite
55.A.accept B.advise C.remember D.love
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题共55分）
第三部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第二节(共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入一个适当的单词或所给单词的正确形式。
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。
Once upon a time, there was a poor young man 56 (call) Ma Liang. He helped a rich man to tend cattle. He liked drawing and drew pictures everywhere. One night, he dreamed that an old man gave him a magic paintbrush. When he woke up, he was amazed 57 (find) the magic paintbrush on his desk.
When he saw that people had no water to use for the fields, he drew a river and the river came to life. When he saw 58 was difficult for people to till lands, he drew a cow and the cow came to life. The rich man whom Ma Liang helped heard that the magic paint brush could turn everything to life. He 59 (seek) Ma Liang and took him to the prison. He got the magic paintbrush and felt very happy. He drew a lot of pictures, which could not become real. He was filled with anger and asked some people to get Ma Liang.
When Ma Liang came, the rich man felt happy and said, "I want a golden mountain."“ 60 (definite)!” Ma Liang drew a sea first. Then the young man drew a golden mountain 61 was far away from the sea. The bad man saw that and felt very happy. Ma Liang was reminded 62 a big ship quickly. It was 63 (horror) to see the rich man jump into the ship. When the ship sailed to the middle of the sea, the young man drew a large wave and the ship 64 (destroy). So the rich man met his death.
After that, the young man lived with his family happily 65 kept on helping the poor. So the magic paintbrush was known by everyone.
第四部分写作(共两节；满分40分)
第一节应用文写作(满分15分)
假如你是Ms Wang,你的学生李华给你写了封信,诉说他无法融入班集体及交友的苦恼,请你根据以下要点给他回一封建议信。要点如下：
1.表示问候和安慰
2.提出建议，如：积极参加班级活动;了解同学们的兴趣爱好; 乐于助人等。
注意：1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,使行文连贯;
3.信的开头和结尾已经给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Li Hua,
I’m sorry you are having trouble in making friends.
_____________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Ms Wang
第二节读后续写(满分25分)
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。
Eric threw himself on the sofa, sighing. Mother’s Day was approaching, but he didn’t have a present. “How can I buy a present without any money ” he thought.
Eric picked up the newspaper that was lying on the couch. He noticed a large advertisement on the front page. The local department store was sponsoring a contest（比赛）. “Tell us why your mom is special and win a shopping spree（疯狂购物）for her,” said the advertisement.
“This is perfect!” thought Eric. He ran to his room with the newspaper. Taking a pencil and a blank piece of paper from his desk, he started to write.
“My mom is the best mother in the world. She always makes lunch for me to take to school, and she never forgets my dessert. She reads as many books to me before bed as I want. She always remembers to check under the bed for monsters. And she gives me the best hug, but never in front of my friends, who would laugh at me for hugging my mom.”
Eric liked what he had written. He copied it neatly and got an envelope and a stamp from his bed. He ran to the mailbox with his entry（参赛作品）. “Mom will love having a shopping spree,” he thought.
Eric checked the mailbox every day for his prize. Days went by, and then weeks. Soon it was the day before Mother’s Day. Eric still hadn’t heard anything about the contest.
“What am I going to do now ” he wondered. He didn’t have a present, and he didn’t have a shopping spree. And he still didn’t have money.
He had to think of something. Eric closed his eyes and curled his toes and thought hard.
注意：1. 续写词数应为150左右： 2. 开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
Suddenly he had an idea._____________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
The next morning Eric handed his letter to his mom. ________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
———————————————————————————————————————听力：
1-5 CACAC 6-10 BACAC 11-15 ACBCA 16-20 BACAC
阅读：
21-23: ABC
24-27: BADD
28-31 :ABAD
32-35: BCDB
36-40AEFCG
完形41-45 ACCDA 46-50 BCADD 51-55 ACAAD
56.called 57. to find 58. it 59.sought 60. Definitely 61.which/that
62.of 63.horrible 64. was destroyed 65.and
参考范文
Dear Li Hua,
I’m sorry you are having trouble in making friends. However, the situation is easy to change if you take my advice. Here are some tips to help you.
Firstly, why not take an active part in discussion If you do this, you can express your own opinions, and at the same time, learn other people’s views.Secondly, you should learn about your classmates’ likes and dislikes. Then you can find common interests with them. In this way, you can get to know more different people and show them that you are friendly.Last but not least, it’s a good idea to be ready to help others in need. That way your classmates will like making friends with you and you’ll enjoy your school life together.
I hope you will find these suggestions useful.
Yours,
Ms Wang
【参考范文】
Suddenly he had an idea. He fumbled in his drawers and fortunately found a piece of delicate and fragrant paper. He sat down straight on his chair, and began to write a letter in his best handwriting as a Mother’s Day present. “Dear mom, I’m writing this to tell you that you are the best mother in the world…” With a sincere heart, Eric finished the letter and sealed it in an envelope, his lips curving into a smile.
The next morning Eric handed his letter to his mom. Finishing reading the letter, his mom swept him into her arms with her eyes wet as if she wanted to squeeze the breath out of him. “Thank you, my dear!” She sniffed, hugging Eric more tightly. Leaning against his mother’s shoulder, Eric slowly explained why he chose to write a letter as a gift. After hearing the reason, his mom gently touched his head, saying, “To me, your letter is better than a thousand shopping sprees.” Hugging each other, they felt blissful as if they were in possession of everything. Indeed, love should be made known to loved ones.
听力材料：
(Text 1)
W: Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to this place on the map
M: It’s easy. Go past the fire station. You will find the railway station on your left. The park is behind it.
(Text 2)
W: Adam, I heard there’s a new girl in your class. What’s she like
M: She’s tall and thin. She has long brown hair and big green eyes. And she wears glasses.
(Text 3)
M: Lily, how did you like the dinner tonight
W: It was great. Roast chicken and tomato soup were my favorite dishes. They were really well cooked.
M: I loved potato salad best. It reminded me of the salad my mom made when I was little.
(Text 4)
M: Do you know the best way to the Science Museum I forgot to take a map.
W: No. We can ask people along the way.
M: I don’t think that’s a good idea. Let’s look at the Internet. I know a site that gives road information.
(Text 5)
M: Sorry, Anna, but I cannot go swimming with you this afternoon.
W: Why
M: My brother has difficulty in doing his math homework. He needs my help.
(Text 6)
W: Hello. May I speak to Jim, please
M: Sorry, Jim is not in now. I’m his brother. He went to a concert with some friends after the basketball practice. I don’t think he can get back before 10:00 tonight. Who is speaking, please
W: It’s Anna. Could you ask him to call me before 10:00 tomorrow morning I want to know what homework we have for this weekend. We’ll have a test next Monday.
M: OK. I’ll tell him that as soon as he’s back.
(Text 7)
W: Tom, what’s your favorite event in your city
M: I must say it’s the Rock’n Ribville festival. It is held on the Lawrenceville Lawn in September every year. It started in 2007. But my parents didn’t know there was such an event then. We didn’t go to it until three years later.
W: So what can people mainly do during the event
M: There are various things to do, such as seeing classical movies, listening to live music, and enjoying delicious snacks. And for me, I love trying different kinds of foods there most.
(Text 8)
M: It’s Alan. I’m phoning about our party. Have you any ideas about where to meet At a restaurant
W: Well, where do you fancy Indian French Or Chinese There’s that really good Chinese restaurant we used to go to in Durham.
M: Oh, yes. What’s it called
W: The Lotus Garden.
M: That’s right. I will drive over from Birmingham. So I should be in Durham at about 5 pm. I’ll stay in the Country Inn. What about you
W: I will take the train in Leeds. I’m getting there at 5:10 pm.
M: All right.
W: Have you phoned James
M: Yes, he will be catching the bus from Sunderland that day. He’ll be in Durham around 7:15 pm.
W: Great! I can’t wait.
(Text 9)
M: Excuse me, Madam. I’d like to borrow several books, but I don’t know where to find them.
W: What books do you want to find
M: A Brief History of Time by Stephen Hawking, Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell and the latest Teens magazine.
W: Well, the book by Stephen Hawking is on the third floor. The magazine is on the second floor and the book by Margaret Mitchell is on the same floor as the magazine.
M: Thanks. Oh, my friend Jenny wants to borrow A Dream of Red Mansions. Is it available now
W: No. Someone has already checked it out last week. If your friend wants to borrow it, she should come and fill out this form so she can be the first one to borrow it when the book is returned.
M: OK. I’ll tell her that. Now I’ll go to find the books I need. And I think I should hurry. I’m afraid it’ll rain soon. Dark clouds are gathering.
W: OK. You can read here if it rains.
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It’s always a good idea to make time to catch up with family and friends and share family vacations, birthdays, and graduations together. If you are meeting another family with small children, Legoland California is a good choice. Last summer, I celebrated my daughter’s birthday there. You can begin your vacation to Legoland by flying into San Diego International Airport. The park is about a 50-minute drive from the airport. We chose the Legoland Castle Hotel because it is one of the newest hotels connected to the park. You can get into the park at least 30 minutes before it opens to the public. The hotel includes a full hot breakfast with your stay. Visitors can also choose a themed room that best fits the family: Knights & Dragons, Royal Princess or Magic Wizard. We tried the last one. We had lots of happy memories of our stay in there. So I hope you are inspired to start planning a joint vacation with your family or friends to deepen your connections!
