辽宁省丹东市2023-2024学年高一英语上学期期中教学质量调研测试（含答案，含听力原文，无音频）

丹东市2023年普通高中教学质量调研测试
英语试卷
考试时间: 120分钟满分: 150分
注意事项:
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上, 写在本试卷上无效。
3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
本试卷分四部分, 卷面分数150分。考试用时120分钟, 听力计入总分。
第一部分: 听力 (共两节, 满分30分)
做题时, 先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后, 你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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, 并标在试卷的相应位置。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。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What will Joe probably do before skiing next time
A. Take a training course. B. Wear better equipment. C. Do warm-up exercise.
2. Where does the conversation take place
A. At a library. B. At a police station. C. At a bank.
3. What does the man need to do with the tall green plant
A. Give enough sunlight. B. Water it every two weeks. C. Keep it away from the window.
4. What does the man think of Slow TV
A. It’s boring. B. It’s inspiring. C. It’s relaxing.
5. Why did the woman fail to see the match
A. She got the flu. B. She had to work. C. She visited her sick workmate.
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。每段对话后有几个小题, 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。听每段对话前, 你将有时间阅读各个小题, 每小题5秒钟。听完后, 各小题给出5秒钟的做答时间。每段对话读两遍。
听下面一段对话, 回答第6至7题。
6. What is the date today
A. May 21. B. May 20. C. May 19.
7. Why can’t the woman go to the lecture
A. She doesn’t like it. B. She has to take care of her mother. C. She has been ill.
听下面一段对话, 回答第8至9题。
8. What’s the matter with the man
A. He couldn’t sleep. B. He lost his mind. C. He’s under pressure.
9. How can the woman help the man
A. Just talk to him. B. Share her feelings. C. Aid him with the project.
听下面一段对话, 回答第10至12小题。
10. Why does the woman look sad
A. She has to be away from California.
B. She has to be away from her family.
C. She has to be away from her friends.
11. What does the man think of California
A. It is a hot place. B. It is a nice place. C. It is a strange place.
12. How does the woman feel at the end of the conversation
A. Less worried. B. Very happy. C. Very anxious.
听下面一段对话, 回答第13至16题。
13. Which position does the woman want
A. Writer. B. Teacher. C. Translator.
14. What kind of customers does the company have most
A. French Customers. B. Oversea customers. C. Spanish Customers.
15. Which language can the woman write well
A. French. B. French and Spanish. C. Spanish.
16. What might be the relationship between the two speakers
A. Writer and author. . C. Interviewer and interviewee.
听下面一段对话, 回答第17至20小题。
17. What is the first step before you read a passage
A. Think about what you will read.
B. Get ready to search for some facts.
C. Decide why you read the passage.
18. What does ”skimming” mean
A. Paying attention to the title.
B. Reading a passage carefully.
C. Reading quickly through a passage.
19. Why should you notice the topic sentence of a paragraph
A. It contains the main idea of the passage.
B. It contains the key words of the passage.
C. It helps to decide the title of the passage.
20. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. How to decide the title. B. How to read a passage. C. What to read in a passage.
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
4 Days Beijing Fascinating Family Tour
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Beijing: Pick-up & Check-in
Today’s Activities: Arrive in Beijing and a local guide will lead you to the hotel for checking in. Today you can hang around Wangfujing shopping area to taste all kinds of local snacks!
Day 2 Beijing: Forbidden City—Tian’anmen Square—Hutongs (Breakfast, Lunch)
Today’s Activities: Let’s explore numerous historical treasures in the Forbidden City! Also take a tour to Tian’anmen Square, the largest city square in the world. Then let’s walk into the narrow alleyways where the old Beijing is kept best-the Hutongs. Here you can learn Beijing Opera facial painting under the instruction of a professional teacher.
Day 3 Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall—Temple of Heaven—Kung Fu Show (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today’s Activities: Mutianyu Great Wall embraces an excellent natural landscape which will catch your eyes and cameras! Cable cars (缆车) are provided for your convenience. But you have to line up for tickets yourselves. Then move to Temple of Heaven. The evening activity is also wonderful-Chinese Kung Fu Show! A closer look at this wonderful Chinese martial arts rather than see it on TV will surely win your “bravo”!
Day 4 Beijing: Beijing Zoo (Pandas)—Departure (Breakfast)
Today’s Activities: Have fun with the lovely pandas at the Beijing Zoo, the oldest zoo in Asia Pacific today! Later our guide will escort you to airport/ train station for your departure.
Tour Package Includes:
Meals: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner;
Accommodation: 3-5 star hotel accommodation;
Admissions: Entrance fees to all scenic spots listed in itinerary.
Tour Package Excludes:
Other optional tours/meals /flights not mentioned in itinerary.
Tips for tour guides and drivers.
Tour Price:
$ 700 per adult; S 300 per child;
Children aged 10 and under are free;
Save 20% per family when you log into the China Tour Guide to purchase.
21. What can visitors do during this Family Tour
A. Visit the oldest zoo. B. Taste all the local snacks for free.
C. Admire Chinese martial arts live show. D. Perform Beijing Opera with a professional.
22. Which is included in the tour package
A. Cable car tickets. B. Tips for your tour guides.
C. Dinner on the second day. D. Entrance fees to Temple of Heaven.
23. How much should a couple and their teen kid pay through the China Tour Guide
A. $1700. B. $1360. C. $1120. D. $800.
B
Lian Yang, a young Chinese artist, has made numerous efforts to promote the development of rock paintings during the past several years.
Lian, who developed a deep affection for the exquisite paintings at first sight, was deeply impressed by the rock paintings’ rich colors and mysterious atmosphere. In 2008, Lian graduated from Central Academy of Fine Arts in China. Before she began studying rock paintings, Lian devoted her time to creating Chinese wash paintings. As she was good at painting dragons, she was referred to as “the youngest dragon painter in China”. Despite her outstanding achievements, Lian, with an ambition to achieve greater career success, felt a strong need to find another type of painting to understand the essence of traditional Chinese culture more deeply.
During her visit to a temple in Tibet in 2015, she was amazed by the unique beauty of the rock painting in the temple. At that moment, she made up her mind to study rock paintings. Her families suggested that she weigh up her decision, as they believed she was almost past the best age to learn the difficult art of painting. Lian, however, had no second thoughts about it. She was determined to step out of her comfort zone. When she was 28 years old, Lian went to Japan to study the skills needed to create rock paintings. In 2019, Lian studied rock paintings in several grottoes (石窟) in China. As she appreciated the paintings in the grottoes, Lian thought carefully about how she could integrate elements of other art forms into rock paintings, so that people worldwide could better understand the artworks’ unique beauty.
Lian has witnessed the rapid development of both the art form and the revival of traditional Chinese culture. Lian sincerely hopes that the younger generation will show more interest in rock paintings as well as other traditional Chinese art forms.
24. What made Lian decide to study rock paintings
A. A visit to a temple. B. Her curiosity about paint.
C. A dragon painter’s persuasion. D. Her ambition to become a career painter.
25. What is her families’ attitude to her studying rock paintings
A. Supportive. B. Negative. C. Unconcerned. D. Enthusiastic.
26. What can we know about Lian
A. She went to Japan in her thirties. B. She was expert at painting dragons.
C. She contributed many paintings to grottoes. D. She has devoted herself to rock painting since 2008.
27. Which of the following can best describe Lian
A. Ambitious and determined. B. Creative and sincere.
C. Responsible and thoughtful. D. Intelligent and patient.
C
Trees take carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and store it in complex molecules (分子), releasing oxygen. The more photosynthesis (光合作用), the more carbon is locked away.
Carbon dioxide is a major driver of climate change, so the more that can be taken out of the atmosphere by plants, the better. With the warmer climate leading to a longer growing season, some researchers have suggested that more carbon dioxide would be absorbed by trees and other plants than in previous times. But a new study has changed this theory and could have profound effects on how we adapt to climate change.
The researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology studied the degree to which the timing of colour changes in autumn tree leaves was determined by the growth of the plants in the previous spring and summer.
Using data from the Pan European Phenology Project, which has tracked some trees for as long as 65 years, the researchers found in their long-term observational study that as the rate of photosynthesis increased, leaves changed colour and fell earlier in the year. For every 10%d increase in photosynthetic activity over the spring and summer growing season, trees shed their leaves, on average, eight days earlier.
This research shows that deciduous (每年落叶的) trees can only absorb a set amount of carbon each year and once that limit is reached, no more can be absorbed. At that point, leaves begin to change colour. This limit is set by the availability of nutrients, particularly nitrogen (氮气), and the physical structure of the plant itself, particularly the inner vessels which move water anddissolved nutrients around. Nitrogen is a key nutrient which plants needin order to grow, and it’s often the amount of available nitrogen that limits total growth. This is why farmers and gardeners use nitrogen fertilisers (肥料) to overcome this limitation.
It suggests that by 2100, when tree growing seasons are expected to be between 22 and 34days longer, leaves will fall from trees between three and six days earlier than they do now.
28. What can we know from the first two paragraphs
A. More carbon dioxide has been absorbed by plants than before.
B. Higher temperature has an influence on plants’ growing season.
C. Climate change can be solved naturally through photosynthesis.
D. Plants can give off oxygen and molecules through photosynthesis.
29. How many days earlier may leaves averagely fall with 20% increase in photosynthesis
A. Eight days. B. Sixteen days. C. Twenty-eight days. D. Thirty-four days.
30. What does the underlined word “vessels” mean in Paragraph 5
A. Basins. B. Wells. C. Containers D. Channels.
31. What does the author mainly intend to inform us
A. Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for plant growing.
B. Warmer climate contributes to longer growing season.
C. Farmers use fertilizers to increase the growth of plants.
D. The amount of carbon plants absorb is limited in a year.
D
What is the place of art in a culture of inattention Recent visitors to the Louvre report that tourists can now spend only a minute in front of the Mona Lisa before being asked to move on. Much of that time, for some of them, is spent taking photographs not even of the painting but of themselves with the painting in the background.
One view is that we have made tourism and gallery-going so easy that we have made it effectively impossible to appreciate what we’ve travelled to see. In this society, experience becomes goods like any other. There are queues to climb Everest as well as to see famous paintings. Thus, leisure is considered as hard labour rather than relaxation.
In the rapidly developing society, what gets lost is the quality of looking. Consider an extreme example, the late philosopher Richard Wollheim. When he visited the Louvre he could spend as much as four hours sitting before a painting. The first hour, he claimed, was necessary for incorrect impression to be removed. It was only then that the picture would begin to disclose itself. This seems unthinkable today, but it is still possible to organise. Even in the busiest museums there are many rooms and many pictures worth hours of contemplation (沉思) which the crowds largely ignore.
Marcel Proust, another lover of the Louvre, wrote: “It is only through art that we can escape from ourselves and know how another person sees a universe which is not the same as our own and whose landscapes would otherwise have remained as unknown as any there may be on the moon.” If any art remains worth seeing, it must lead us to such escapes. But a minute in front ofa painting in a hurried, harried (烦扰) crowd won’t do that.
32. Why does the author mention the example in Louvre in Paragraph 1
A. To express his concern about Louvre. B. To report the popularity of Mona Lisa.
C. To introduce a good place to take photos. D. To show a disappointing current situation.
33. Which of the following will Richard Wollheim agree
A. People need to clear up their misunderstanding of paintings.
B. People have to stay at least 4 hours when appreciating paintings.
C. It is impossible for modern people to admire paintings attentively.
D. The longer one admires the paintings, the more unlikely he loves them.
34. What role does art play in our life according to Marcel Proust
A. Art is of help for us to accept ourselves better.
B. Art makes our life more colourful and meaningful.
C. Art allows us to know the world in the view of others.
D. Art pushes us away from ourselves and explores the moon.
35. Which is the best title of the passage
A. Into art attentively. B. Escape from ourselves.
C. Beyond art completely. D. Go to the museums often.
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。
Improving your family life can help make your family members closer and prevent conflicts from getting in the way of everyone’s happiness. 36
Talk to your family members at the end of the day. 37 . That way, they can understand you and generally know what’s going on in your life. In turn, it is equally important that you know about their lives too, so that they feel understood, supported and realize that they are not alone.
Set aside time for regular family activities. You can do fun activities together to relax yourselves. 38 . If possible, leave at least an afternoon or evening per week for a family activity. Keep it low-key, and focus on having fun together and enjoying each other’s company.
Show sincere concern about your family members. 39 If you love them, then tell them that you love them. If you care about them, tell them this. Go out of your way to remind each family member what glues you all together—love, care and support.
40 . Do not always give a lot of advice to your family members. Just hear them out at times. That is all they need. Make eye contact with them, nod your head, and say things like, “I understand,” when appropriate. Make sure they know that whatever they are talking about, youare there to listen and be supportive.
By doing so, you can surely develop a close family relationship with your family members.
A. Be an active listener
B. Do not keep your feelings bottled up
C. You can also surprise them with presents
D. Remember to make eye contact with them
E. It is very important that you let them know about your life
F. These could include bike rides, walks, playing cards or board games
G. The following ways can make your time with your family more enjoyable
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。
Feeling free in the sea
“Freediving is all about breaking your limits, ” said Mao Xiyao, 31, a freediving instructor who 41 works in Sanya, Hainan, “and an instructor’s job is to keep you 42 and help you along the way.”
Mao always had a strong 43 for water and the sea. He discovered freediving during a trip to Hainan and decided to become a (n) 44 .
According to Mao, it only 45 a day for someone with no diving experience to learn freediving skills. Before going into the water, there are 46 to help learners adjust their ear pressure, such as moving the end of the tongue. Preparing the 47 for the dive is the most important step, Mao argued, as “people are naturally afraid of the unknow”. Every disturbing thought 48 oxygen underwater, so divers need to stay absolutely 49 .
Being a freediving instructor for six years, Mao believes being 50 and thoughtful are two essential qualities for instructors. “ 51 students with different conditions, an instructor needs to show a great amount of patience,” Mao said, 52 that this becomes extra important if the weather conditions aren’t 53 , such as with strong winds.
Before becoming a freediving instructor, Mao gained a certificate (合格证书) 54 by the International Association for the Development of Apnea. Instructors should be able to 55 their breath underwater for at least five minutes, “The longest record is 11 minutes 47 seconds. The instructors are probably not that impressive if you consider that,” he joked.
41. A. currently B. eventually C. instantly D. regularly
42. A. comfortable B. anxious C. safe D. frightened
43. A. creativity B. passion C. emotion D. imagination
44. A. professor B. athlete C. expert D. professional
45. A. puts B. spends C. takes D. sets
46. A. exercises B. systems C. designs D. elements
47. A. memory B. mind C. intelligence D. talent
48. A. depends B. costs C. seeks D. exchanges
49. A. confident B. positive C. calm D. panic
50. A. sharp B. unique C. inspiring D. patient
51. A. Teaching B. Organizing C. Reminding D. Observing
52. A. referring B. adding C. supporting D. reviewing
53. A. silly B. lively C. friendly D. deadly
54. A. selected B. published C. illustrated D. recognized
55. A. hold B. lose C. catch D. keep
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1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The world in a university
The recently held Peking University 20th International Culture Festival was a spectacular showcase of unity and cross-cultural 56 (communicate).
Upon my arrival at the square of Peking University Hall on Oct 21, I 57 (immediate) found I was involved in a lively atmosphere. Students and alumni (校友) from over 100countries and regions had gathered 58 (celebrate) the university’s 20th International Culture Festival (ICF), with the theme of “Meeting the World at PKU”.
The International Culture Carnival featured a series of experiences, ranging from card games 59 creative activities. Each booth (摊位) that had been set up 60 (serve) as a gateway to another culture.
As I wandered around, I was invited to join a dance at the Malaysian booth. In no time, I found 61 (I) in the midst of a large dance circle, where people from different backgrounds celebrated together with 62 (energy) movements and joyful laughter.
Beside me were a girl from Inner Mongolia, China, and a girl from Russia 63 were excited to discover that their hometowns were right next to each other, despite being in different countries.
As I visited each booth, I engaged in conversations with students from different countries, 64 (share) thoughts and experiences on the carnival’s vibrant displays.
Manohar Kumar, 65 Indonesian student from the School of Chemistry, highlighted the festival’s role in promoting global understanding, tolerance, acceptance, and harmony. “It is a testament to the beauty of diversity and the power of cultural exchange,” he said.
第四部分: 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假设你是李华, 近期英语课上刚刚学习了关于黑脉金斑蝶的相关知识, 恰巧你校英语报征集保护濒危物种的征文, 请你以“Protect Monarch Butterflies”为题写一篇文章投稿, 以呼吁人们保护黑脉金斑蝶。内容主要包括:
1. 黑脉金斑蝶的现状;
2. 提出保护原因及措施;
3. 号召保护濒危动物。
注意:
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Protect Monarch Butterflies
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, 使之构成一个完整的短文。
A Perfect Party
One day, my friend Mary and I were enjoying our free time in my living room. While looking through a magazine, Mary said, “This looks fun.” She held up a photo of a crowd of happy people and a table covered with colorful decorations and plates of delicious-looking food. The headline on the next page read “Celebrate Your Weekend with a Perfect Potluck Party.”
“We should do that!” I said excitedly. “Let’s invite our friends to a potluck party in my yard!”
“Good idea,” she replied.
“There’s just one problem,” I said.
“That it’s going to be too much fun ” Mary joked.
I laughed. “Not exactly. I need to ask permission (许可), but my mom might not be as excited about throwing a party as we are. My parents have been really busy with their work recently.”
When my mom got home from work, I cautiously showed her the magazine article and told her our idea, waiting for her reply. After what seemed like a century, my mom said, “That looks like fun, but... I’m afraid I won’t have time to help you plan it. Do you think you can do it on your own ”
At her words, I asked ” So, mom, will you permit us to do so if we can arrange the partywell ” My mom nodded with a smile. Unable to contain my joy and excitement, I threw myself into her arms, murmuring, “Thank you, dear mum.”
Then I continued. “I promise Mary and I will do every last bit of planning and cleaning and everything!”
“Everything What about food ” my mom asked.
“It’ll be a potluck party,” I explained. “So everyone will bring something to share out among the guests!”
She nodded. “OK. If you want to make sure you have the right balance of food at a potluck, you should definitely talk to the guests ahead of time about what they’re bringing. Besides, I suppose you could draw up a guest list, make invitations in advance and decorate the yard carefully.”
“That’s great!” I said, “It’ll be a perfect potluck party. You’ll see!”
注意:
1. 续写短文词数应为150左右;
2, 请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1:
The next few days were extremely busy for Mary and I.
Paragraph 2:
Finally, the big day came.
丹东市 2023 年普通高中教学质量调研测试
高一英语试卷参考答案
第一部分: 听力 (共两节, 满分30分)
1-5 ACACB 6-10 CBCAC 11-15 BACBA 16-20 CCCAB
第二部分: 阅读 (共两节, 满分 50 分)
21-23: CDB 24-27: ABBA 28-31: BBDD 32-35: DACA 36-40: GEFBA
第三部分: 语言运用 (共两节, 满分 30 分)
41-45: ACBDC 46-50: ABBCD 51-55: ABCDA
munication 57. immediately 58. to celebrate 59. to 60. served 61. myself
62. energetic 63. who/that 64. sharing 65. an
第四部分: 写作 (共两节, 满分40分)
应用文:
Protect Monarch Butterflies
Nowadays, monarch butterflies are in serious trouble. Its population has crashed rapidly in the last few years.
The reason for this is that their natural environment is being destroyed. People cut down trees and use chemicals to kill the plants. It is time to raise the awareness of protecting monarch butterflies and take effective measures. People are supposed to stop cutting down trees and ensure enough plants for monarch butterflies to feed on. Besides, farmers should be taught to use chemicals properly.
It’s our duty to rescue endangered animals. Only by living in harmony with animals can we have a better planet to live on.
读后续写:
Paragraph 1:
The next few days were extremely busy for Mary and I. We were as busy as bees, making full preparations for the party. As my mom had suggested, we drew up a guest list first, including thefriends we wanted to invite. After that, we called our friends and made invitations. Hearing our plan, they were overwhelmed with excitement. We told them the dishes they were expected to bring. Everything went smoothly. Mary bought some colorful balloons, while I prepared some flowers to decorate the yard. We spent hours making decorations, cleaning the backyard, and setting everything up. Seeing what we had done, my mom was proud of us. Everything was ready for the party.
Paragraph 2:
Finally, the big day came. Mary and I were extremely delighted, waiting for our friends with eagerness. It wasn’t long before the guests began to arrive. At the sight of the floating balloons and beautiful flowers in the yard, everyone’s eyes were filled with happiness. Soon, the table was covered with plates of delicious-looking food brought by my friends. I announced the start of our potluck party. We ate, chatted, sang and danced, a joyful atmosphere blanketing the yard. It was clearly visible that this was a party for delight and feasting and everyone had great fun. After the party was over, we cleaned the yard and bid farewell to each other. What a perfect party!
故事梗概:
作者“我”和好友 Mary 在看杂志时被百味餐派对所吸引, 也想在家中开一个这样的派对, 随后小心翼翼地征求母亲的许可, 在得到许可后承诺会和 Mary 一起靠自己来筹划关于派对所有相关事宜。第一段根据段首句 The next few days were extremely busy for Mary and I 推断主要讲述Mary和“我”是如何准备的派对的过程。第二段根据段首句 Finally, the big day came推断主要讲述派对成功举办, 在此过程中, 大家都玩的很开心。
可供参考情节:
第一段: 忙着准备派对—确定名单, 邀请客人—装饰花园—准备完毕
第二段: 派对开始—客人到场—派对上的欢乐场面—总结升华
Text 1
W: Joe, what happened How did you hurt your foot
M: I thought I could have a go at skiing. Next time I’ll have some lessons before I attempt to ski.
Text 2
W: I lost my checkbook. Do I have to apply for a new one here
M: Is your checking account at this bank
W: Yes. My savings account is here, too.
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W: Don’t forget to water all my plants once a week while I’m gone, except for the roses, which only need once every two weeks. And remember that the tall green plant needs a lot of light, so make sure it’s next to the window.
M: OK. I’ll make a note of it.
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W: Have you heard of Slow TV One of my friends found a company specializing in making Slow TV. She says business is great right now.
M: Yeah, I recently discovered Slow TV. My wife thinks it’s really dull, but I find it helps clear my head after a stressful day.
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M: How did your sister do yesterday
W: Well, her team won the match, but I didn’t get to see it! I had just got to the soccer field when my boss called. One of my colleagues called in sick with the flu. So he asked me to come in and work.
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M: Hello. Can I speak to Mary, please
W: This is Mary speaking.
M: Hi, this is Bob. Would you like to go to the lecture the day after tomorrow That would be May 21st.
W: Really Who is the speaker
M: Doctor Wang, a professor from Beijing University. Will you go
W: Oh, what a pity! My mother fell ill yesterday, so I have to look after her this week.
M: Never mind. You can come with me next time.
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W: John, you look pale. What happened
M: I stayed up last night.
W: Did you have something on your mind You look so concerned!
M: Well, I’m under a lot of pressure. My manager gave me two projects. Now the deadlines are near but I have finished neither of them.
W: Is there anything I can do for you
M: Well, I guess no one can help me but myself. For the moment, I just need someone to talk to.
W: I know your feeling. Take it easy and say something to me if you like.
M: Oh, you are so kind. Thank you!
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M: Lisa! What’s the matter You look so sad.
W: Oh, Jim, you won’t believe what’s happening.
M: What is it Is someone sick Was there an accident
W: Oh, no, nothing like that. My family will move to California. I’m really upset.
M: California But that’s a wonderful place. I’m so glad for you.
W: You don’t understand. I’ll have to go to a new school where I won’t know anyone, and I won’t see my friends again.
M: Don’t be silly, Lisa. Of course you will see us. And just think — California! You’ll be in the sun, and you’ll make new friends.
W: I didn’t think of it that way… Well, I guess you’re right. And I could always come back here for a visit.
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M: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself
W: My name is Elizabeth and I graduated from a foreign language school. I am interested in the position of translator in your company.
M: Most of our customers are foreigners. How many foreign languages can you speak, Elizabeth
W: Two. French and Spanish.
M: And how well can you speak them
W: Well, French was my best subject at school. I can read and write it quite well.
M: And how about your Spanish
W: Well, it’s not as good as my French. I can speak it reasonably well, but my written Spanish isn’t very good.
M: I see. Well, we have a lot of Spanish customers, but you wouldn’t need to write any Spanish here.
W: In that case, I’m fit for the position, I think.
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