大理州民族中学 2023-2024学年上学期12月月 考
高一英语
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. How much should the girl pay
A. 2.50 B. 4.00. C. 5.00.
2. What does the woman’s sister look like
A. She has short black hair. B. She wears a brown hat. C. She wears glasses.
3. What is the woman doing
A. Asking for directions. B. Having a driving test. C. Studying road signs.
4. Where does the conversation most probably take place
A. In a classroom. B. In a restaurant. C. In a supermarket.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A football match. B. TV programs. C. Tea.
第二节
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段材料，回答第 6、7题。
6. What does the woman like about winter
A. Cold. B. Wind. C. Snow.
7. How long did it take to make the snowman last year
A. Three hours. B. Four hours. C. Seven hours.
听第 7段材料，回答第 8、9题。
8. Where does the woman work full-time
A. In a company. B. In a supermarket. C. At a kindergarten.
9. What requirement can’t the woman meet
A. The age. B. Work experience. C. Much overtime work.
听第 8段材料，回答第 10至 13题。
10. What does the man want to do
A. Attend a lecture. B. Listen to a concert. C. Give a performance.
11. How long will it take the man to get to his destination on foot
A. About 5 minutes. B. About 20 minutes. C. About 25 minutes.
12. What is the problem with taking the shuttle bus
A. The bus doesn’t go directly. B. The bus is quite slow. C. People have to wait for the bus.
13. What do we know about the woman
A. She is new here.
B. She is a driver of a shuttle bus.
C. She provided 2 choices for the man.
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听第 9段材料，回答第 14至 17题。
14. What does the man think of online shopping
A. It is quite convenient. B. Returning goods is difficult. C. The delivery is a bit too slow.
15. What does the man say about Trade Me
A. It offers some rare records.
B. He often buys books and CDs on it.
C. He can buy things from other users on it.
16. What did the man buy for his mother as a Christmas present
A. A golf bag. B. A coat. C. A sofa.
17. What is the man concerned about in the end
A. How the sofa will be delivered. B. When the sofa will arrive. C. How much the delivery will cost.
听第 10段材料，回答第 18至 20题。
18. How long does it take to change the Screen Machine into a cinema
A. 30 minutes. B. 60 minutes. C. 80 minutes.
19. What is the truck driver responsible for
A. Operating the film. B. Selling tickets. C. Fixing the motors.
20. How do most people in the speaker’s hometown book tickets for films now
A. By queuing at the ticket office. B. By making telephone calls. C. By using the Internet.
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。
A
East Yorkshire has typical unpredictable British weather. So here are some ideas to keep everybody happy
when the weather is not the most ideal.
William's Den, North Cave
The outdoor and indoor areas are suitable for children of all ages to have fun. There are nests to explore, rope
bridges to cross, a tree-house and a slide. The attached Kitchen provides fresh food made from locally sourced
ingredients serving a selection of treats.
East Riding Leisure Centres
Known for a fun learner pool alongside an incredible fun zone with two slides as well, it is perfect for kids to
find their feet in the water, have fun and explore. Its 6 climbing walls offer a different challenge on each. This place
is suitable for anyone over the age of 4 and you can refuel at cafe with fresh food, snacks and cakes.
Sewerby Hall and Gardens
When the weather’s not sure, take cover in the Hall and learn how life was in the early 1900’s for the residents
and workers of the house. Then explore the zoo and meet the pigs, parrots and penguins! Kids of all ages are
welcome.
Withernsea Lighthouse
There’s no limitation to the age of kids to climb Withernsea Lighthouse, which is 144 steps to the top, with full
views of the East Yorkshire Coast at the top of it. Enjoy the museum on the ground floor and learn what life is like
working and living in a lighthouse. The souvenir shop provides attractive gifts for visitors at a fair price.
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21. Which one is unsuitable for kids of all ages
A. William’s Den, North Cave. B. East Riding Leisure Centres.
C. Sewerby Hall and Gardens. D. Withernsea Lighthouse.
22. Where can kids enjoy food
A. In William’s Den, North Cave and Sewerby Hall and Gardens.
B．In East Riding Leisure Centres and Withernsea Lighthouse.
C．In William’s Den, North Cave and East Riding Leisure Centres.
D．In Sewerby Hall and Gardens and Withernsea Lighthouse.
23. Where does this passage probably come from
A．A geography textbook B．A science report
C．A medical magazine D．A travel brochure
B
One Sunday, Nicholas, a teenager, went skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine. In the early afternoon, when
he was planning to go home, a fierce snowstorm swept into the area. Unable to see far, he accidentally turned off
the path. Before he knew it, Nicholas was lost, all alone! He didn’t have food, water, a phone, or other supplies. He
was getting colder by the minute.
Nicholas had no idea where he was. He tried not to panic. He thought about all the survival shows he had
watched on TV. It was time to put the tips he had learned to use.
He decided to stop skiing. There was a better chance of someone finding him if he stayed put. The first thing
he did was to find shelter from the freezing wind and snow. If he didn’t, his body temperature would get very low,
which could quickly kill him. Using his skis, Nicholas built a snow cave. He gathered a huge mass of snow and dug
out a hole in the middle. Then he piled branches(树枝) on top of himself, like a blanket, to stay as warm as he
could.
The next day, Nicholas went out to look for help, but he couldn’t find anyone. He followed his tracks and
returned to the snow cave, because without shelter, he could die that night. On Tuesday, Nicholas went out again to
find help. He had walked for about a mile when a volunteer searcher found him. Having been stuck in the snow for
two days, Nicholas was saved.
Had it not been for TV, Nicholas might not have survived this snowstorm. He had often watched Grylls’
survival show Man vs. Wild. That’s where he learned the tips that saved his life. When Grylls heard about Nicholas’
amazing deeds, he was super impressed that Nicholas had made it since he knew better than anyone how hard
Nicholas had to work to stay alive.
24. What caused Nicholas to get lost at the mountain
A. Having no guides to help. B. Forgetting the way back.
C. Terrible weather. D. Poor eyesight.
25. How did Nicholas keep himself warm
A. He built a snow cave. B. He found a shelter.
C. He kept on skiing. D. He made a fire.
26. Why was Grylls’ show mentioned
A. It was Nicholas’ favourite TV program.
B. It taught Nicholas useful knowledge.
C. Nicholas shared his story on the show.
D. Grylls asked Nicholas to make a TV interview.
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27. Which of the following may best describe Nicholas
A. Calm and brave. B. Responsible and curious.
C. Lucky and smart. D. Confident and outgoing.
C
Reading can be a social activity. Think of the people who join book groups. They choose books to read and
then meet to discuss them. Now, the website Book changes the traditional idea of a book group.
People can go on the website and register the books they own and would like to share. Book Crossing gives
each book an identification number (识别码). Then the person leaves it in a public place, hoping that the book will
have an adventure, traveling far and wide with each new reader who finds it.
Bruce Pederson, the managing director of Book Crossing, says, “The two things that change your life are the
people you meet and books you read. Book Crossing combines(结合) both.”
Members leave books on park benches and buses, in train stations and coffee shops. Whoever finds their book
will go to the site and write down where they found it.
People who find a book can also leave a diary entry sharing what they thought of it. Emails are then sent to the
BookCrossers to let them know about the latest adventurous journey of their books. Bruce Pederson says the idea is
for people not to be selfish by keeping a book to collect dust on a bookshelf at home.
Book Crossing is part of a trend (趋势) among people who want to get back to the “real” and not the virtual
(虚拟).The site now has more than one million members in more than one hundred thirty—five countries.
28. Why does the author mention book groups in the first paragraph
A. To explain what they are. B. To introduce Book Crossing.
C. To stress the importance of reading. D. To encourage readers to share their ideas.
29. What will a Book Crosser do with a book after reading it
A. Keep it safe in his bookcase. B. Mail it back to its owner.
C. Meet other readers to discuss it. D. Pass it on to another reader.
30. What is the purpose of creating Bookcrossing
A. To protect the environment B. To encourage people to enjoy reading
C. To make good use of books D. To call on people to return to paper books
31. What is the best title for the text
A. Online Reading: A Virtual Tour B. Electronic Books: A New Trend
C. A Book Group Brings Tradition Back D. A Website Links People through Books
D
Tomatoes are common in daily life. Cathie Martin, a British scientist, has been working on developing purple
tomatoes for years. Though the color is unusual, now this special kind of tomatoes, has very high levels of
antioxidants(抗氧化剂).
Antioxidants, also known as AOS, are found naturally in plants like blueberries and red cabbage. Scientists
believe AOS may help prevent heart disease and help fight against diseases like diabetes. But tomatoes naturally
only have a small amount of AOS in them. Martin wanted to see if she could create tomatoes with lots of AOS by
changing the DNA of a tomato plant.
A plant developed from specially created DNA is known as a GMO(转基因食品). After changing the gene(基
因) of tomatoes, Martin soon found her plants were producing small purple tomatoes with lots of AOS. Martin and
other scientists further tested the tomatoes on mice that were likely to get cancer. The mice that were given the
purple tomatoes as food lived about 30% longer than those eating normal tomatoes. Though that’s good news,
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experiments on mice don’t always predict what effects on humans will be like. We need to see more experiments
about it.
GMOs were first allowed in America in the late 1990s. But GMO products weren’t popular with customers.
Many people were frightened by the idea that the foods weren’t natural or safe. There’re still questions about the
effects of GMO foods on the environment. However, scientists are not agreed with these views.
Even so, many people still have concerns about them. Because of these concerns, most GMO products created
over the last 20 years have focused on helping farmers rather than attracting customers.
Anyway, on September 7, 2022, the US approved(批准) the purple tomatoes, which is the first time it has
approved a GMO plant designed to improve human health.
32. What makes purple tomatoes really special
A. Their medical value. B. Their delicious taste.
C. Their proper size. D. Their pleasant color.
33. What’s the author’s attitude to the test on the mice
A. Supportive. B. Doubtful. C. Concerned. D. Opposed.
34. What does the underlined word “so” in Paragraph 5 refer to
A. The environment affects GMO foods.
B. The customers do not like GMO foods.
C. GMO products are used to help farmers.
D. Scientists think GMO products are safe.
35 What’s mainly talked about in the text
A. Different DNA can benefit plant growth.
B. Tomatoes with changed DNA are approved.
C. Scientists are changing DNA of tomatoes.
D. Human health depends on changed DNA.
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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The Comfort of Cooking
Most people like eating delicious foods since they believe those foods can make them relax and help get rid of
(摆脱) the tiredness of daily lives. 36 Cooking can provide you with many benefits. It can also be fun
and a comfort for you when you are feeling down.
Cooking has been found to improve confidence, according to The Mental Health Foundation. 37
You can use different ingredients (原料) and your imagination to create whatever you want to. Just following the
cookbook or the video is also meaningful. You will get a sense of achievement when you see the final works after
all the hardships.
38 You will be freed from your worries or anything else that is stressful when focusing your
attention on cooking. There is no time for your mind to wander. It is common that we may meet something
unexpected which troubles us, but remember to find a way to relieve the pressure. Cooking is a calming activity
waiting for you.
Cooking is a great way to experience different cultures as well. Different countries have different ways of
cooking which lead to various featured foods. 39 By cooking those foods, it seems that you are a native
to that country.
Cooking also brings people together. Prepare a meal for the family reunion. Invite some friends to your home.
While you are doing the cooking, happy laughter and cheerful voices may fill every corner of the house. 40
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A．Cooking helps you focus on the present and lessen your stress.
B．Cooking can increase your worries.
C．Roast duck will remind you of China while curry will take you to India.
D．Bathed in strong social connections, you will feel close and connected to each other.
E．Everybody likes tasty foods.
F．But do you know cooking these tasty foods may have the same effects
G．While cooking, you take control of everything.
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 和 D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When he was young, Emmett Diggs liked nothing more than boxing(拳击). He even 41 a national prize
in 1961. 42 at age 45,he wasn’t able to move as usual. A doctor told him he had Parkinson’s disease. At first,
he thought nothing of it until one day while cleaning the floor on his hands and knees, he found that he couldn’t get
up without 43 .After that, he began to feel 44 and showed no interest in doing anything. It was the 45
period Emmett had experienced.
One morning, Emmett’s wife, Patty, shared with him a newspaper story about a man with Parkinson’s disease
who practiced a 46 training called Rock Steady Boxing (RSB),which 47 boxing with strength training.
So, Emmett decided to turn to John, the local program director(负责人), for help. When they first met, John
48 Emmett boxing gloves and let him take over a heavy bag. Just putting on the gloves brought wonderful 49
back for Emmett. When John said, “Hit the bag.” Emmett did as he was told. “It felt 50 as the bag was hitting
back,” Emmett said excitedly.
Soon, Emmett 51 a regular RSB class of many people who were suffering from Parkinson’s disease like
him. Emmett’s boxing skills impressed them all and soon they became friends. Over time, the class became
something of a(n) 52 group in which they could share their pains and hopes.
“I had thought Parkinson’s disease was going to 53 everything that was important to me,” Emmett has
written.“ 54 ,it didn’t change my love for boxing and gave me a 55 to know a new group of guys who
are optimistic and supportive.”
41. A.won B.made C.brought D.lost
42. A.Gradually B.Unfortunately C.Secretly D.Recently
43. A.question B.permission C.help D.reason
44. A.delighted B.amazed C.puzzled D.disappointed
45. A.best B.darkest C.shortest D.busiest
46. A.mental B.social C.physical D.technical
47. A.compares B.matches C.confuses D.combines
48. A.handed B.bought C.sold D.sent
49. A.honours B.stories C.glory D.memories
50. A.difficult B.great C.soft D.dangerous
51. A.left B.taught C.joined D.missed
52. A.interest B.pressure C.support D.rescue
53. A.take up B.take away C.put off D.put out
54. A.Therefore B.Besides C.Instead D.However
55. A.chance B.hope C.lesson D.dream
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第二节(共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分)
阅读下面句子，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Earthquakes are quite common. In fact, thousands of earthquakes are happening almost at every moment.
56. , most of them are too weak to feel. During a big earthquake, there is often a big noise first. Then
the earth shakes 57. (terrible) and many houses fall down.
As one of the most deadly 58. (nature) disasters in the world, earthquakes often result 59.______
many people being injured or killed. In 2008,a strong earthquake 60. ___________(strike) China’s Sichuan
Province,61. (kill) lots of people there.
Besides the great damage and deaths 62. (cause) by the earthquake, other accidents such as fires
often follow. More buildings may be damaged and more 63. (injure) may be caused. For centuries,
people have been making studies of earthquakes. 64. _________ is said that about 2,000 years ago, for example,
someone invented a machine 65. could find out the direction where the earthquake waves came.
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,你的美国朋友 Peter 计划来中国旅行,希望你为他推荐一座城市。请给他写一封邮件,内容
包括:
1.推荐这座城市的理由(至少包含两点);
2.注意事项。
注意:1.词数 80 左右; 2.可适当增加细节,以使内容连贯。
Dear Peter,
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Yours，
Lihua
第二节(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。
My teenage son, Jordan, always complained(抱怨) about having to be home earlier than all his friends. He
would tell me that he was already seventeen, but still had a curfew(宵禁). He believed he was practically an adult. I
pointed out that he was not an adult as he was still in high school.
“You don't trust me!” he yelled. Before I continued, he rolled his eyes, shut the door and walked away. I
sighed(叹气). How could I make Jordan see that I only wanted to keep him safe
I decided to go for a walk, hoping the December air would clear my head. I opened the front door and nearly
stepped on our pet: a small black cat, just like a meatball. “Hi, Meatball, " I said, bringing her into my arms. I walked
back in, touching her neck gently. Meatball seemed happy enough to come in the house, but after an hour or two, she
sat by the door, meowing to go back outside.
“Why won't she just stay in with us all the time ” Nathan, my youngest son asked.
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I explained to him that she was happy here but she liked being able to come and go as she pleased.
“That must be nice,” Jordan muttered(嘟哝的说) from the other room, complaining why the cat, not him, could
come and go. He even asked me to give Meatball a curfew.
One night, temperatures were unusually low. Meatball stood at the door, meowing to go outside.
I shook my head at her, afraid that she might freeze to death in such cold weather. She looked at me and meowed
again. I patted her head, “I know you're not happy, but it's for your own good.”
“Mom's not being mean to you,” Nathan told the cat. “She's just trying to keep you from turning into a frozen
meatball.” We both laughed at his joke.
The next morning, I couldn't find Meatball. I asked the kids if anyone had seen her.
注意：1. 续写词数应为 150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Jordan answered, “I let her out last night.”
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As I drove to the animal hospital, Jordan sat in the back, holding Meatball inside his coat.
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听力
1-5 ACCBB 6-10 CABCA 11-15 BCCAC 16-20 BABAC
二、阅读
21-23 BCD 24-27 CABA 28-31 BDCD 32-35 ACDB 36-40 FGACD
三、完型
41-45 ABCDB 46-50 CDADB 51-55 CCBDA
四、语法填空
56. However 57. terribly 58. natural 59. in 60. struck
61. killing 62. caused 63. injuries 64. It 65. that/which
五、作文
应用文：
Dear Peter,
I am so glad to hear from you. Learning that you are going to visit China, I strongly recommend you have a trip to Beijing.
As the capital of China, Beijing is famous for it’s beautiful scene and cultural inheritance such as the Great Wall, and the Summer Palace. There is a famous saying, “He who cannot surmount the Great Wall is not a true man”. The Summer Palace is a wonderful place all the time, which has its special characteristics in every season.
You should keep in mind when traveling in Beijing: firstly, buy a map, and get familiar with the city and streets; secondly, call the police in emergency.
Wish you a nice trip!
Yours，
Lihua
续写
文章讲述了作者的儿子抱怨作者不让他晚上外出，但是在通过猫被夜里放出而差点被东死的事情后，他儿子终于明白作者不让他出去是为了他的安全着想。
参考范文：
Jordan nodded, “I let her out last night.” My mouth dropped open. “She was outside all night ” I was so angry, “It was freezing and she could die!” Jordan choked back his words, stunned. I grabbed my coat and rushed outside. Jordan followed, fear welling up in his eyes. Several minutes later, the poor thing was found, shaking and curling into a tiny ball. I picked her up, unsure whether she was alive or dead. Jordan was scared, “We need a vet! Now!” (75 words)
As I drove to the animal hospital, Jordan sat in the back, holding Meatball inside his coat. I could hear him talking to the cat, apologizing repeatedly. Luckily, the vet saved Meatball. Seeing her eyes open, Jordan hold her in his arms, all tears. Then, surprisingly, he turned to me. He apologized for what he had done. “I know you just want to keep me safe,” he murmured. I felt a lump in my throat. He rubbed Meatball’s back, “Looks like we are both going to observe the curfew. It’s for our own good.” (75 words)
听力原文
Text 1
W: How much is a ticket to the juggling show
M: They’re usually five pounds, but you’re a student so you can get a ticket at half of the usual price.
W: Oh, good! I was a little worried just now because I’ve only got four pounds.
Text 2
M: Is that girl with short black hair your sister
W: No, that’s her friend. My sister has got long brown hair, just behind the girl with black hair.
M: Oh, yes. I see her. She’s got glasses on just like you.
Text 3
W: Ice on the road, bridge ahead, look out for wild animals. What does this sign mean, Steven
M: That one means “danger, river bank”. You have to study all the signs before your driving test next week.
Text 4
M: Waiter! Could we have the bill, please
W: Jack, let me get this.
M: No, no, Jenny. You treated me last time. It’s on me this time.
Text 5
W: What interesting programs are on TV tonight
M: There will be a football match on the sports channel.
W: Football matches are not my cup of tea.
Text 6
W: I’ll be glad when winter comes.
M: Why is that
W: Because I love snow.
M: Snow is beautiful. But I don’t like the cold wind.
W: Cold wind doesn’t matter so much. Last year we made a big snowman.
M: How big was it
W: It was seven feet tall.
M: How long did it take you to build such a snowman
W: It took four of us three hours to make it.
M: Did you give him a nose
W: Of course. We gave him a big carrot for a nose.
M: Let me help you make one this year if it snows heavy enough.
Text 7
M: Anything interesting in the newspaper
W: I’m not reading news. I’m looking at the job information.
M: Why Aren’t you working at the supermarket now
W: Yes. But the supermarket will be closed next week. Now I need a new job.
M: I’m so sorry to hear that. Have you found any useful job information
W: Yes. A company is looking for a saleswoman. It needs a woman under 35 years old, with at least three years’ work experience.
M: Do you want to have a try
W: Yes. I meet the requirements. Oh, no. It says a lot of overtime work is required.
M: You don’t want to work overtime
W: No, I don’t. If I work overtime, I’ll have little time for my part-time work at the kindergarten. I’ll look for some more information. Hopefully I’ll find a satisfying job.
Text 8
M: Can you tell me how to get to the Music Building from here I have a lecture to attend there.
W: Oh, I’m afraid you are new here.
M: Yes, I just got here last night.
W: Well, to go to the Music Building, you have two choices. If you want to go right now, you can walk straight down this street until you’ve passed a post office, and then turn right. The Music Building will be straight ahead.
M: How long will it take to get there
W: About twenty minutes.
M: What’s the second choice, please
W: If you don’t mind waiting around for a while, you can take the shuttle bus. The bus only takes about five minutes to get there.
M: Do you mean I’ll have to wait for some time if I take the bus
W: That’s right.
M: Well, I guess I might as well walk.
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W: Charlie, do you like to do shopping online
M: Yes. I tend to do more of my shopping online, including my food shopping, because it saves time and money. I’ve never really had a problem with it. Even when I want to return something, it’s always really good.
W: There are a lot of Internet shopping sites. What kind of site do you use the most
M: Well, it’s hard to say. I’ve bought books and DVDs and things like that from Amazon. I just order them online, and some certain people send them to my door. I use Trade Me quite a lot too, where people can buy things, used or new, from other users.
W: Have you bought anything online recently
M: Yes. This month, I bought all of my family’s Christmas presents online. I bought my mother a coat, and my father a golf bag. My sister needs a sofa and I just ordered it online.
W: Really I’ve never bought anything that large. I don’t think it is an easy job to deliver a sofa. Has it arrived yet
M: No, but I’m looking forward to seeing how they will deliver it.
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M: I live on an island off the west coast of Scotland. I love it here but a trip to the cinema means a 55-minute boat journey plus a half-hour drive to the nearest town. That’s why we all get so excited about the Screen Machine. It’s a mobile cinema that travels around the Scottish islands, and sometimes we get to see the latest movies. You can’t miss the huge, bright blue Screen Machine when it comes into the car park. It takes an hour for it to change into a comfortable, air-conditioned 80-seat cinema. It’s amazing. I really admire the Screen Machine’s driver. Of course, he operates the film. And there is always another person selling tickets. They need a mechanic, too. Ticket prices are very reasonable, so as you can imagine, as soon as the Screen Machine arrives, the ticket office phone starts ringing. We can now also book in advance on the Screen Machine website, which makes it even more convenient. And that’s the way most people choose now. It’s an amazing service and much better than a long journey across the sea to the cinema.
