成都外国语学校2023-2024学年高二上12月月考
英 语
（考试时间：120 分钟 试卷满分：150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分20分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分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 are the speakers going to meet
A. In a lab. B. In a cafeteria. C. In a classroom.
2. What will Jeff take to school tomorrow
A. An apple pie. B. A carrot cake. C. A roast chicken.
3. What are the speakers talking about
A. Getting a library. B. Visiting a neighbor. C. Attending a meeting.
4. What will Jim probably do this weekend
A. Finish a project. B. Take a class. C. Have a rest.
5. Why does Amanda want to learn to play the guitar
A. To record popular songs. B. To perform her own music. C. To become a guitar teacher.
第二节（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15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段材料，回答第 6、7题。
6. What does the woman want to do
A. Cancel a credit card. B. Open a bank account. C. Withdraw some money.
7. Where will the woman go
A. Brown College. B. Dudley Road. C. Kingfield Street.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the woman do
A. She's a secretary. B. She's a manager. C. She's a salesperson.
9. What time will the meeting probably be over
A. At 1: 00. B. At 2: 00. C. At 3: 00.
10. What does the man want to do before Friday
A. Meet Mr. Smith. B. Write a document. C. Move to a new office.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Whose graduation day is it today
A. Annie's. B. Steve's. C. Jane's.
12. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Arrive early. B. Sit near the stage. C. Take some pictures.
13. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Brother and sister. B. Fellow teachers. C. Schoolmates.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. How does Laura sound at the beginning of the conversation
A. Anxious. B. Regretful. C. Surprised.
15. What do we know about Peter
A. He has a big house. B. He has four children. C. He has got a new job.
16. Why did Jim choose to work from home
A. To get more sleep. B. To look after the kids. C. To accompany his wife.
17. What is Peter going to do this afternoon
A. Hold a dinner. B. Give Sally a call. C. Attend a meeting.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is Jennifer Green doing
A. Conducting a class. B. Presenting a speaker. C. Recommending a book.
19. What is Professor Bastian's book about
A. Tips for escaping unhappiness. B. Benefits of painful experiences.
C. Ways to develop reading ability.
20. What is Professor Bastian going to do next
A. Share his stories. B. Discuss his plans. C. Explain his views.
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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The Best Caves in The World
Hang Son Doong, Vietnam
Natural caves don't come much larger than Hang Son Doong, close to the border between Laos and Vietnam. This cave possesses the largest cross-section of any known cave on the planet, a vast area that is difficult to describe. Supposedly, a Boeing 747 could fly through without damaging its wings, but that doesn't really do justice to the vastness of Hang Son Doong. The stalactites （钟乳石） here are pretty massive too, with some reaching up to
80 metres.
Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Glowworms （萤火虫） are there, as far as the eye can see. Okay, not literally, but the Waitomo Cave system on New Zealand's North Island is best-known for the fluorescent fauna that light up the walls, giving it the not-particularly-creative but completely acceptable “Glowworm Caves” nickname. They are more accessible than other caves on this list, with rafting and adventure tours available to those looking for something a little more
thrilling.
Mammoth Cave, the USA
If you have certain expectations from somewhere called “Mammoth Cave”, that is entirely understandable. Mammoth Cave in Kentucky is the world's longest known cave system, an incredible 420 miles of underground wonder. That’s twice as long as the next longest, by the way, although it isn't unusual for the USA to go all out on
such things.
Reed Flute （芦笛） Cave, China
Named after the reeds that grow outside, which are used to make flutes, obviously, the Reed Flute Cave's walls are covered with inscriptions from centuries gone by—if evidence was needed that people have been paying attention to this place for a long old time. The inside part of the cave is also lit up by multicoloured lights, giving it
a real otherworldly theme that adds weight to the nickname.
21. What is special about Hang Son Doong
A. It was once a base of a factory. B. It is the deepest cave in the world.
C. It has the highest stalactites in the world. D. It owns the largest cross-section in the world.
22. Which of the following can be much easier to enter
A. Hang Son Doong. B. Waitomo Caves.
C. Mammoth Cave. D. Reed Flute Cave.
23. Which country probably has the longest cave system in the world
A. Vietnam. B. New Zealand. C. The USA. D. China.
B
When Allie and Chloe Knuth decided to both attend the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, the twins from Green Bay were excited to share a campus but also determined to have their own distinct experiences and follow their own academic paths.
Four years later—as they graduate together this month—the twins say things worked out even better than they could have expected. UW-Eau Claire's campus is small enough that their lives sometimes overlap（重叠）, yet big enough that each of them has had room to stretch and grow as individuals.
“It means a lot to graduate alongside each other and I wouldn't want it any other way,” says Chloe, who will earn her degree in international business and management with certificates in Mandarin Chinese and leadership studies. “Graduating college is a momentous experience and I love that I will be walking with my sister.”
Allie, who will graduate with a degree in biology and a certificate in Chinese language, originally planned to go to UW-Madison. However, as college neared, Allie decided to go to UW-Eau Claire as well, a decision Chloe supported. “I didn't want to be without my twin sister,” Allie says of her decision. “It means a great deal to be graduating with my sister because she has always been there for me.”
They shared some experiences and accomplishments during their college careers. For example, they both completed certificates in Chinese. As Asian Americans, it was important for them to learn more about Chinese language and culture.
Allie and Chloe also are active in the University Honors Program, a program where they were able to explore interesting topics that fell outside their academic program. “This program is not just something to put on my resume; it had a vast positive influence on my college experience,” says Allie. Chloe and Allie contributed a great deal to the Honors program, Dr. Heather Fielding says. They invested time and effort into helping other students, especially new students, to adapt to college and develop a sense of belonging, she says.
24. What did Allie and Chloe Knuth expect in the university
A. Both earned genuine admiration of their colleagues.
B. Both were enormously trained physically and mentally.
C. Both enhanced their academy and experience individually.
D. Both received support and encouragement from the university.
25. Which of the following can best describe Allie and Chloe Knuth
A. Cautious and unconcerned. B. Optimistic and courageous.
C. Considerate and enthusiastic. D. Demanding and generous.
26. What can we learn from the last paragraph
A. The twins benefited a lot from the program.
B. The twins focused on the academic program.
C. The twins won their new jobs through the program.
D. The twins regretted getting involved in the program.
27. What is the text mainly about
A. The twins developed a sense of belongings through the program.
B. The twins earned certificates in some majors in the same university.
C. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire offered scholarship for the twins.
D. Graduating twins valued common experiences to follow their own paths.
C
Feel exhausted after a party Rather see one close friend than a group of acquaintances Enjoy your own company In our world, that makes you an introvert （内向的人）. However, there's another possible explanation — vertical attachment. If you are closer to your parents and family members than to your peers, you are vertically attached, which means you rely more on family for comfort.
If you are closer to your peers, then you are peer attached. We live in a peer-oriented world. We believe that having lots of friends means that we are well-adjusted. We put our kids in playgroups and daycare for peer interaction. We expect teenagers to want to hang out with their friends, thinking it is the natural way of things.
Result Generations often feel worlds apart. We use different language, dress, and technology apps. Even if multiple generations are invited to the same party, the kids go to the basement playroom while the parents stay upstairs.
Vertically-attached individuals can feel out of place in this context, demonstrating the traces of introversion. Will they be exhausted after a party with same-aged acquaintances Absolutely. Would they rather spend time with one close friend Sure. Do they enjoy alone time Yes, more than they enjoy time fitting in with peers.
It's normal that many people need alone time to recharge. However, vertically-attached people often label themselves as introverted. They feel insecure that others have more friends and live richer lives. They claim that their family attachments arise from their loved ones being stuck with them.
If you feel these insecurities, know that there is nothing wrong with you, and you are not missing out on anything. Your attachment style is just different from the culture where you live. Have confidence in the strength of the relationships you have, whether it is with a mom who feels more like a best friend, or a grandmother with whom you can share anything. They are meaningful, enriching relationships, even if they look different from the cultural norm.
28. Who is vertically attached according to the text
A. Mike, who feels at ease with his teachers.
B. Maggie, who enjoys film time alone at weekends.
C. Tom, who feels burnt out after a family get-together.
D. Lisa, who often turns to her dad when things are hard.
29. What is the popular belief among parents
A. Younger generations should be self-disciplined.
B. Being sociable is a desired quality for their children.
C. Their children need more friends than they themselves do.
D. Different generations should have different circles of acquaintances.
30. What advice is given to vertically-attached people
A. Be that as it may, just leave it as it is.
B. Never underestimate your inner power.
C. Hang out more with friends and adjust to it.
D. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
31. What is the author's attitude towards vertically-attached people
A. Intolerant. B. Objective. C. Unconcerned. D. Critical.
D
Today's Brussels sprouts （孢子甘蓝） taste better than you might remember from childhood, and that is because a new variety has replaced the original vegetable. You can thank plant breeders （植物育种家） for the change. Modern breeders, armed with new gene-editing technology, are looking to reproduce Brussels sprouts' reinvention.
In the late 1990s, scientists discovered specific chemicals which made Brussels sprouts taste bitter. Plant breeders started growing old seeds, previously abandoned due to poor yields （产量）, to look for tastier versions with lower levels of these specific chemicals. Then they crossed these delicious but low-yield plants with high-yield individuals until they found a version that made plenty of tasty sprouts, transforming the vegetable from a bitter pill into a popular dish.
But other vegetables haven't fared as well. That's because most breeding decisions favor plant traits that matter to vegetable growers, not vegetable eaters. For instance, disease resistance is probably the major focus these days of most breeding programs because that prevents the farmer from growing the crop. The taste of vegetables is ignored.
People, however, are now becoming interested in prioritizing the taste of vegetables thanks in part to new genetic technology such as the gene-snipping technique CRISPR and DNA sequencing which is cheap enough to use widely. “There's never been a better time to be a fruit breeder or a vegetable breeder because we have more tools and techniques,” says Susan Brown, an apple breeder at Cornell University.
Some companies are beginning to use those tools to deal with the challenge of developing tastier vegetables. One company, Pairwise, is fighting the same compounds that troubled Brussels sprouts: glucosinolates. But this time researchers are improving the flavor of salad greens.
All vegetable growers hope that more flavorful products on store shelves will convince people to consume the recommended allowances （推荐量） of fruits and vegetables — and do so better than decades of nutritional guidance have. “Don't waste your time talking about trying to educate people to eat better,” said Harry Klee, a professor who specializes in tomato breeding. “Just give them products that taste better and that they want to eat.”
32. Why did plant breeders grow old Brussels sprout seeds
A. To find out why Brussels sprouts are bitter.
B. To find the less bitter versions of Brussels sprouts.
C. To study the specific chemicals of Brussels sprouts.
D. To select high-yielding versions of Brussels sprouts.
33. What does the underlined word “fared” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Profited. B. Emerged. C. Survived. D. Succeeded.
34. What can we learn from Susan Brown's words in paragraph 4
A. Fruit and vegetable breeding techniques are booming.
B. Fruit and vegetable breeders are struggling to develop new species.
C. Fruit and vegetable breeders should develop new genetic technology.
D. Fruit and vegetable breeding techniques need no further improvement.
35. Which is the best way to get people to eat more fruits and vegetables according to Harry Klee
A. Enhancing the taste of vegetables and fruits.
B. Making vegetables and fruits more affordable for people.
C. Improving the nutritional content of vegetables and fruits.
D. Educating people about the benefits of vegetables and fruits.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
With climate change continuing to worsen, our situation is beginning to feel increasingly serious. 36 Is it right Maybe not.
Techno-optimism is one of the greatest misconceptions when it comes to solutions to ensure our future. It can be defined as a belief that future technologies will solve all of our current problems. This definition reinforces （强化） the idea that there's no reason to panic or change our current energy-intensive lifestyle. All society needs to do
is look to green technology to work its magic. 37
One of the best examples of this optimistic misconception is the electric car. Despite being highly regarded as an eco-friendly way to get around, electric cars are not the end for the future of transport. Batteries in electric cars use chemical elements which we could be seeing a shortage of by the mid-century. 38 Techno-optimism has led many to believe that if everyone just switched to driving electric vehicles, we would be making incredible steps towards sustainability. However, the reality is that the amount of resources and energy needed to produce
enough electric vehicles for everyone is not even remotely sustainable.
39 Investing in public transportation and moving away from individually owned vehicles. Producing fewer cars. Improving recycling practices of old batteries. The solutions we seek should not be rooted in new technology, but be about changing the way our society functions.
Techno-optimism puts too much emphasis on technology and not enough on what we can do right this minute. Unfortunately, people seem to like the picture that techno-optimism paints. 40 It is important to understand that the problem begins when we see those technologies as a way to make our current lifestyles eco-friendly. Until we are ready to face the need for a less complex life, we cannot make true progress towards sustainability.
A. So where should we look for answers instead
B. The modern world's simple solution is technology.
C. Moreover, they are more energy intensive to produce.
D. Is it a trap that many people have fallen into in recent years
E. Unfortunately, this is an incredibly dangerous opinion to hold.
F. Despite any technology, we as a whole are not living sustainably.
G. Nevertheless, the truth is, we need a widespread change in our lifestyles.
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分40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。
When Eugenie George first heard that her friend passed a financial exam, her heart sank. She'd 41 the same test weeks earlier.
“Envy was eating me up,” recalls George. But anyway she 42 her friend. “And I told her I failed and admitted I was 43 ,” she says. George knew that being 44 would ease her envy, but she was surprised that it also enabled her to 45 her friend's happiness and experience her own in turn.
Finding 46 in another person's good fortune is what social scientists call freudenfreude, the great joy we feel when someone else succeeds, 47 it doesn't directly involve us. Freudenfreude is like a kind of social 48 , says Catherine Chambliss, a professor of psychology. It makes relationships “closer and more enjoyable.”
Too often, we think our friends 49 us most during their hard times: a job 50 , getting divorced. In fact, how friends 51 our joy is even more important for us than how they respond to our 52 . Too often, we think of joy passively. We see it as something that come to us, instead of something we can 53 . While it can be difficult in practice, freudenfreude can lift us up and 54 our day. So celebrating our friends' 55 is a win-win to us all.
41. A. taken B. passed C. failed D. prepared
42. A. congratulated B. forgave C. blamed D. ignored
43. A. badly-behaved B. over-burdened C. short-sighted D. green-eyed
44. A. tough B. honest C. modest D. optimistic
45. A. imagine B. understand C. share D. increase
46. A. hope B. passion C. confidence D. pleasure
47. A. even if B. as if C. now that D. so that
48. A. platform B. glue C. sense D. routine
49. A. support B. annoy C. upset D. need
50. A. loss B. change C. interview D. application
51. A. look forward to B. contribute to C. get used to D. react to
52. A. envy B. complaints C. suffering D. mistakes
53. A. predict B. produce C. choose D. measure
54. A. fill B. start C. brighten D. balance
55. A. survival B. success C. recovery D. generosity
第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分 10 分）
用方框中所给短语的适当形式填空（每个短语只能用一次，其中有两个短语是多余的）。
be blamed on in favor of in harmony with catch one's eye be home to bring to life take in make an appearance be concerned about in the long term use up reach out
56. ________ all his money, poor little Tom had no choice but to borrow some from his roommate.
57. The movie star ________ in the UNESCO forum to call on more people to protect the cultural heritage sites last Saturday.
58. Though he is not the first actor ________ this character from the famous book ________ on the screen, his vivid acting attracts a larger number of fans.
59. More and more people have become aware that tourism should develop ________ nature.
60. Seated on the ferry and ________ the beautiful scenery along Li River, James felt proud of the country's natural landscapes.
61. Watching short videos may bring a moment of happiness, but it is harmful ________ as it leads to lack of concentration.
62. It was the first time that the young boy ________ his hands to a stranger for food, which made him so embarrassed.
63. The failure of the experiment can hardly ________ him. After all, it is teamwork.
64. Those who are ________ Maria's proposal have voted for her.
65. A great many people ________ the endangered species in this nature reserve and they are calling on more people to take action.
第三节 （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。
In the 12th century, the Southern Song Dynasty moved its capital to Lin an. Near Lin'an, on the banks of Lake Tai is the city of Suzhou. Given its location near the capital and its 66 （nature） beauty, Suzhou became a preferred place 67 （live） . Thus, there were over 300 gardens 68 （build） here, and more than 60 are still in 69 （exist）.
Among these gardens, the Humble Administrator 's Garden （Zhuozheng Yuan） is the largest and the most famous, and water pools take up 70 third of its area. 71 （surround） the water pools is a luxuriant （繁茂的） group of flowers, plants, and trees, all 72 （careful） chosen according to the way their seasonal colors reflect off the sparkling water below. As is typical of Suzhou gardens, this garden 73 （separate） into different sections, offering various kinds of spaces 74 diverse shapes and sizes that represent different moods and feelings.
Since it is such a large garden, with caves, forests, islands, bridges, paths, and all sorts of pavilions and halls, no simple description of the garden will do. 75 you have to do is walk among the water and plants, enjoy every moment, and find your own treasures depending on your mood that day.
第四部分 书面表达（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（20 分）
假定你是红星中学高二年级学生李华。你获悉三星堆博物馆（Sanxingdui Museum）正在招募寒假英文讲解志 愿者，向外国游客介绍古蜀文化（ancient Shu culture）。请你用英文给相关负责人写一封申请信，内容包括：
1、说明写信原因；
2、介绍自身优势；
3、希望能被录用。
注意：
1、词数 100 左右；
2、开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
3、可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Sir or Madam,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（20 分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写故事的最后一段，使故事完整。续写的词数应为 80左右。
“Wanted: Violin. Can't pay much. Call ...”
I rarely read classified advertisements. So why did I notice that I laid the paper on my lap and closed my eyes, remembering what had happened many years before, when my family struggled to make a living on our farm. I, too,
had wanted a violin, but we didn't have the money.
When my arms grew long enough, how I wanted one! But I knew it was out of the question. It was not a good year. At harvest the crops did not bring as much as we had hoped. Yet even though times were hard, I couldn't wait
any longer to ask, “Daddy, may I have a violin of my own ” Daddy looked sad. That night, and many following nights, I heard him pray in our family devotions, “ ...Mary wants her own violin.”
One evening we all sat around the table. Daddy wrote a letter to his friend, Mr Finkle, a fine violinist. When Daddy received a letter from Columbus a few weeks later, he announced, “We'll be driving to Columbus.”
The day finally arrived. After we got there Mr Finkle, a tall man older than Daddy, opened the door. “Come in!” he and Daddy heartily shook hands, both talking at once. He picked up a case, opened it, lifted out a violin and started to play. The melody surge like waterfalls. Oh, to play like him, I thought. “Carl, I found it in a pawn shop for seven dollars. It's a good violin. Mary should be able to make a beautiful music with it.” Then he handed the
violin to me.
I noticed the tears in Daddy's eyes as I finally comprehended. It was mine! I stroked the violin gently. The wood was a golden brown that seemed to warm in the light. “It's beautiful.” I said, barely breathing. I knew Daddy's prayer and mine had been answered. Back home I practised daily, feeling no tiredness.
When I was ready to join the school orchestra（管弦乐队） , I trembled with excitement. Daddy and Mother smiled proudly in the audience at their little girl who held her cherished violin for the world to admire. The years seemed to run more swiftly then. I packed my violin in its case and stepped into the grown-up world. Nurse's training, marriage, working, bringing up four daughters filled my years. Yet none of my children cared about the violin.
注意：1. 续写字数应为 80 词左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I put my thoughts to the present and read again the advertisement. _____________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
成都外国语学校高二年级上学期12月月考
英语参考答案及评分意见
第一部分（共20小题；每小题1 分，满分20分）
1-5 BAACB 6-10 BBACA 11-15 CACCB 16-20 BCBBC
第二部分（共20小题，每小题2. 5 分，满分50分）
21-23 DBC 24-27CCAD 28-31DBAB 32-35BDAA 36-40 BECAG
第三部分（共四节，满分40分）
第一节（共15小题； 每小题1分，满分15 分）
41-45 CADBC 46-50 DABDA 51-55 DCBCB
第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
56. Having used up 57. made an appearance 58. to bring to life 59. in harmony with 60. taking in
61. in the long term 62. had reached out 63. be blamed on 64. in favor of 65. are concerned about
第三节（共10 小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15 分）
66. natural 67. to live 68. built 69. existence 70. a/one
71. Surrounding 72. carefully 73. is separated 74. in 75. What
第四部分 书面表达（满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作 （20分）
评分标准：1. 自我介绍2分+写作背景2分+写作目的2分
2. 介绍自身优势 10分
3. 希望能被录用2分+适当的结尾2分
参考范文：
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am Li Hua, currently a second-year student at Hongxing High School. Knowing that Sanxingdui Museum is recruiting volunteer English guides during the upcoming winter vacation, I am writing to express my strong interest
in applying for this exciting opportunity.
One of my strengths lies in my proficiency in English, coupled with my interpersonal skills to engage with
foreign visitors, which makes me an ideal candidate for this role. Additionally, my deep admiration for ancient Shu
culture and the desire to contribute to its promotion further drive my commitment to this position.
I'd appreciate it if you could take my application into consideration. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（20分）
评分标准：1. 联系对方+对方来5分
2. 送琴或原价卖出5分
3. 得到琴后的反应5分
4. 上下文衔接2分
5. 结尾主题句3分
参考范文：
I forced my thoughts to the present and read again the advertisement. Laying the paper aside, I went to find
my violin. And I dialed the number. Later that afternoon, an old car stopped in my driveway. A man in his thirties with a young girl knocked on the door. “I've been praying someone would answer my advertisement. My daughter wants a violin so badly.” He said, “How much are you asking ” “Seven dollars,” I said. I handed the case to the girl. She opened the case and touched the violin lightly as it caught the glow of the late-afternoon sun. Then she threw
her arms round her smiling father.
I forced my thoughts to the present and read again the advertisement. Determined to pass on the gift, I reached out to the advertiser. A father and his little son arrived to claim the violin, gratitude lighting up their faces. As I handed over the instrument, I felt joy, knowing I had found it a loving home, just as someone had done for me years ago. At that moment, I realized the beautiful cycle of kindness, passing on the gift of music and warmth, just
as it had been bestowed upon me.
I forced my thoughts to the present and read again the advertisement. In the spirit of goodwill, I contacted the advertiser and offered my violin for the modest sum of 7 dollars. The next day, a mother and her daughter eagerly claimed the instrument. As I handed it over, the mother's eyes glistened with gratitude. “I can't believe we found a violin for our daughter at such a price,” she exclaimed. I smiled, understanding that the true value of the exchange wasn't measured in dollars but in the shared joy of music. The violin, once mine, now embarked on a new chapter,
playing melodies of hope and harmony for a mother and daughter to cherish.
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M: Professor Jackson, could I talk to you about my paper sometime today
W: Sure. When the class is over, I need to go to the lab first and then I'll be at the cafeteria at about 12: 30 . Let's meet there.
M: Okay. Thanks Professor Jackson.
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M: What are you cooking It smells delicious.
W: I'm making a carrot cake.
M: Nice. I see a roast chicken and an apple pie over there, too.
W: The chicken is for dinner and the pie is for Jeff. He has to take something to school tomorrow.
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W: This neighborhood really needs a library. How can we get one
M: I think we should have a meeting to talk about it.
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W: Hi, Jim . How's your new job going
M: It's very exciting. And I'm really learning a lot, but it's also quite tiring. I feel like a good break this weekend.
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M: Amanda. What skill would you like to develop
W: Well, I want to learn to play the guitar. I love writing songs, you know. And I think it would be lovely if I could play my own music and entertain people .
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M: Hello, City Bank. Can I help you
W: Hi, I'm calling for information on opening a savings account.
M: Have you had any accounts in our bank before
W: No, I don't think so.
M: Then you'll have to go in person to one of our branches and talk to a clerk there .
W: I see. Is there a bank near Brown College
M: We have one branch at 135 Dudley Road and one at 512 Kingfield Street.
W: I think I will go to the one on Dudley. Thank you .
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W: Good morning. Frank Sampson's.
M: Good morning. This is Peter Clifford from Smart Tech. Could I speak to Mr. Smith, please
W: I'm sorry. Mr. Smith is having a meeting right now. Would you like to leave a message or call back later
M: What time is the meeting over
W: Well, it started at one o'clock and it usually lasts about two hours .
M: Alright. In that case, could you please tell him to check his email I've sent him an important document. I'm waiting for his reply.
W: Certainly. Anything else, sir
M: Yes, I'd like to know what would be the best time for us to meet before Friday. I must meet him this week. Please tell him to include the time in his reply.
W: Do you want to meet him in our office or in your office, sir
M: Oh, either is fine.
W: All right, sir. I'll tell him when he's back.
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M: Hi, Annie . That's a very lovely bunch of flowers .
W: It's for my sister. It's her graduation day today.
M: It must have cost you a fortune.
W: I paid $60 for it , but it's worth it. Jane worked very hard for her degree over the last four years . Today is a very important day for her. And I want it to be special.
M: That's very nice of you . I wish it were our graduation day, too .
W: Another three years and we'll be done , too .
M: Where are they going to hold the graduation ceremony
W: In the Conference Hall at 2: 00 p. m . It'll be a big ceremony.
M: I guess you should be there early, otherwise you won't get a seat.
W: Yes . I'll try to find a seat close to the stage . I want to take some good pictures of my sister.
M: Have fun, Annie . Give Jane my best wishes .
W: Thanks . Bye, Steve .
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W: Oh, I can't believe it! Peter, I haven't seen you for ages! How are you
M: Hi , Laura. Nice to meet you here . I'm pretty good. How about you
W: I'm fine . It's really great to see you . Do you have time to sit down
M: I was leaving, but I can join you for a few minutes .
W: Great. So tell me, how's your family
M: Well , it keeps getting bigger. We have four kids now . All boys!
W: Four boys I suppose they keep you busy.
M: They sure do . The baby is only one month old, so Sally is not working right now . And what's new with you and Jim
W: Believe it or not. He's home with the kids .
M: You're kidding!
W: No, I'm not. Jim chose to work from home, so we could spend less on childcare . I'd love it, because he does all the shopping and cleaning.
M: Good point. Yikes, it's already 12: 30 . I've to go now . I'll have an important meeting this afternoon . Tell Jim I said hi. And I'll call you, so we can have dinner sometime .
W: Great! And say hi to Sally and the kids . See you!
M: See you!
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W: Good evening, everyone . I'm Jennifer Green . Thanks for joining us. In today's edition of Perfect Life . Our guest is Brock Bastian, a social psychologist from the University of Melbourne. Professor Bastian's research focuses on pain, happiness and morality. Recently, he published a book on the role of pain in promoting pleasure. The title of the book is The Other Side of Happiness . In this book, he argues that as we seek to escape pain or sorrow, we're weakening ourselves and may lose our adaptive ability to deal with pain in the future . Painful experiences are, in fact , vital for our development and how we face the unavoidable challenges ahead, and they play a key role in helping us to develop our ability to feel truly happy. Now, let's welcome Professor Bastian to talk about his ideas in the book.
