四川省成都七中万达学校2023-2024学年高二下学期5月期中英语试题（含答案 有听力原文 无音频）
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成都七中万达学校高2022级高二（下）半期考试
英语试卷
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第Ⅰ卷（选择题，共110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．Who likes reading alone
A．Jim. B．Mary. C．Sarah.
（ ）2．What time does the woman get off work
A．Before 6:30 p. m. B．At 7:00 p. m. C．After 7:30 p. m.
（ ）3．What will the boy do next
A．Clean up the table. B．Do his homework. C．Buy some pencils.
（ ）4．How does the woman feel about the man’s magic trick
A．She loves it. B．She’s quite surprised. C．She thinks it’s too easy.
（ ）5．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Classmates. B．Mother and child. C．Teacher and student.
第二节（共15小题）
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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
（ ）6．What do Eva and her classmates want to do
A．Go back to school. B．See an art exhibition. C．Celebrate their graduation.
（ ）7．What do we know about the restaurant
A．It sells works of art. B．People can paint there. C．Guests must dress up there.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。
（ ）8．Why did Kevin change his backpack
A．His old one was too small.
B．The teacher asked him to change one.
C．It was for the benefit of his health.
（ ）9．Why does Kevin like staying at school
A．He likes talking to the teacher.
B．He finishes his homework faster.
C．He likes playing games with his classmates.
（ ）10．Where does the conversation take place
A．At school. B．At Kevin’s house. C．At a doctor’s office.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。
（ ）11．What does the man try to do
A．Get another degree. B．Take a part-time job. C．Graduate in the fall.
（ ）12．How many classes is the woman taking
A．Four. B．Five. C．Six.
（ ）13．What do the speakers agree on in the end
A．Studying together. B．Taking fewer classes. C．Exercising regularly.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。
（ ）14．Why does Bill think Helen shouldn’t be at school
A．He is afraid of getting her cold.
B．He thinks she should be resting.
C．He thinks the school is uncomfortable.
（ ）15．What did Helen’s Russian friend suggest
A．Eating garlic. B．Seeing a doctor. C．Drinking a lot of water.
（ ）16．How does Helen think the hot water would help
A．It would cure her cough.
B．It would clear her runny nose.
C．It would be good for her throat.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
（ ）17．What is the purpose of the announcement
A．To tell passengers the rules.
B．To help passengers stay safe.
C．To make sure people don’t lose things.
（ ）18．What is the weather like today
A．Rainy. B．Snowy. C．Sunny.
（ ）19．Where should passengers go if they have problems
A．To the top of the stairs.
B．To the end of the waiting area.
C．To the middle of the waiting area.
（ ）20．How will the staff deal with the luggage left behind in the waiting area
A．They may remove it. B．They’ll take pictures of it. C．They’ll try to find the owner.
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
If the poems you read at school made you think poetry is old-fashioned, here are four poets whose work will make you look at poetry in a different way.
Brian Bilston
Brian Bilston’s poetry is definitely more relevant to what happens around us nowadays. He covers subjects such as climate change, modern technology and international events. Although Brian uses rhyme in some of his work, it is extremely effective, especially as so many are humorous poems. He uses simple words and has a skill for word play, making them accessible for today’s audience.
Ada Limón
Ada is a well-known American poet, and has released several collections of poetry. Her poems are deeply rooted in nature, emotion and relatable metaphors (比喻). Her work feels like a natural progression from the poetry covered in schools. There is still an artistic weaving and careful placement of words, but the messages and inner meanings are comprehensible for a modern audience.
Tracy K Smith
Tracy was the winner of the Best First Book by an African American poet, with her 2003 collection, The Body’s Question. Her poems cover important issues around race, family, going beyond from childhood into adulthood and much more. Each is easy to understand and relate to, while at the same time, deeply personal. She has a natural talent for connecting with her audience.
Mel Wardle Woodend
Mel has several published collections including two books for children, who find it easy to know the meanings of her poetry. She also has a collection called Just a Thought, which raises awareness of mental health issues. This topic was rarely discussed at school, so Mel’s work is progressive and inviting to those who may not tick the typical boxes of someone who enjoys poetry.
（ ）21．What is Brian Bilston’s poetry mainly concerned with
A．School life. B．Current issues. C．Historic events. D．Today’s audience.
（ ）22．What do you know about Just a Thought
A．It appeals to school students. B．It concerns mental well-being.
C．It is intended for younger readers. D．It is rarely discussed at school now.
（ ）23．What do the four poets’ works have in common
A．They are available online.
B．They make readers feel inspired.
C．They are understandable for modern readers.
D．They tick the right boxes for children.
B
Every community has an ice cream store, but not all of them have a mission. When Charles Foreman opened his store, Everyday Sundae, he had a goal in mind, “My objective is to make a positive impact in my community by treating people like family and remembering them,” he said.
With his business slogan, “A place for community,” Foreman’s store has quickly gained a devoted following. Customers visit to enjoy their favorite flavors; artwork and cards from them decorate the walls; and some purchase their paper napkins there to support the store. Foreman has also organized events like storybook readings accompanied by sweet treats for children. What truly sets this business apart is the free ice cream that Foreman generously gives out.
“You know when they come in, you can see it. It was natural to notice some of the kids have it and others don’t. So I’m going to sponsor them.” Foreman said as he talked about how he can tell when a visitor wants a treat they can’t afford. “I just want to do some positive things. I believe my community is missing a family-friendly ice cream shop.”
One day, Nicole Harkin, one of his regular customers, noticed Foreman give a free ice cream to children without money. For Foreman, this was a constant gesture that had just gone unnoticed, but Harkin reacted with surprise. She came back and handed him an envelope containing 100 dollars. Foreman was so touched by Harkin’s gift that he posted it on Instagram. Foreman and Harkin’s kind behaviors also moved other customers to cover Foreman’s free ice creams for people they didn’t know. Foreman’s ice cream fund has received many donations since then.
“When you see people doing their best, you want to do your best,” Foreman said. “Everything is contagious, whether you do something negative or positive. We’re supposed to do all we can to help each other.”
（ ）24．Why was Charles Foreman’s store so special
A．It provides free goods to the community. B．It offers children ice cream for free.
C．It is a place to show creativity. D．It collects donations from others.
（ ）25．What does Foreman really want to stress in paragraph 3
A．The motive for his generous action. B．The sympathy for those poor children.
C．The urge for an ice cream shop. D．The methods to help those in need.
（ ）26．Which of the following led to a wider donation for his fund
A．A report on his unnoticed gesture. B．An envelope with a letter in it.
C．A post of someone’s generous action. D．A game between him and his customer.
（ ）27．What does the underlined word “contagious” in the last paragraph mean
A．Critical. B．Influential. C．Precious. D．Optimistic.
C
As we enter a period of profound economic uncertainty, shown by recent well-known layoffs and a culture of “quiet quitting”, thinking about the future of work might well seem a scary prospect.
Indeed, an ever-increasing digital skills gap threatens to stop businesses adopting the game-changing technologies that will help to power growth in the months and years ahead. For instance, with each exciting new technology comes a growing concern about whether we have a digitally skilled workforce ready to take advantage of it. After all, keeping the workforce up to speed with the latest advances is a key element of the digital transformation process, which will prove essential if we hope to improve business productivity and efficiency alongside our efforts to achieve sustained growth.
Likewise, at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, the cybersecurity skills gap was named as one particular area of concern. There’s good reason for this focus: if businesses can’t protect themselves against external threats, they risk going backwards. And that’s before they even start thinking about achieving growth. This is why we need to address the digital skills gap urgently.
Well, we should change in order to help attract and keep a more diverse pool of talent, giving businesses a far better chance of finding the up-to-date digital skills they need. And, when it comes to engaging and empowering the current workforce, learning and development opportunities will be key, helping employees to enhance their skills for the benefit of both themselves and their employers.
To make this all happen, leaders and employers must demonstrate a commitment to teaching their workforces digital skills by setting clear expectations and providing all the resources required. One approach, for example, would be to focus on the potential in the existing talent pool by identifying those already skilled in digital capabilities and supporting them to upskill their colleagues. Creating a culture of learning, with an emphasis on personal growth, can be an impressive motivator in the workplace.
Of course, it’s all well and good saying that digital skills are paramount, but a workforce with purely hard skills will not future-proof a business. There’s a need for soft skills that support the broader goal, so as not to ignore the other competencies required in a digital transformation: communication, critical thinking, creative design skills, and leadership. To exploit the technology to its full potential, such qualities are equally important.
Fundamentally, getting the interaction right between humans and technology will be vital if businesses are to succeed. As a result, human skills must not be underestimated. Every business will need a range of people with a variety of skills—not only those experts in math, engineering, and science, but also those with creative minds and leadership qualities.
（ ）28．What is the writer’s main concern in the digital transformation process
A．The threats from technology. B．The challenge of upskilling workforces.
C．The culture of “quiet quitting”. D．The shortage of experienced workers.
（ ）29．What can be learned from Paragraph 4 and 5
A．Replacing current workforces with digital talents is the key.
B．High requirements of recruitment ensure a sound workforce.
C．Employers should develop a learning culture inside their workforces.
D．Business leaders should focus on the training of the existing talent pool.
（ ）30．What does the underlined word “paramount” in Paragraph 6 probably mean
A．Important. B．Beneficial. C．Challenging. D．Inspiring.
（ ）31．What might be the purpose of the passage
A．To advocate the necessity of improving digital skills.
B．To warn humans of the potential problems with technology.
C．To stress the importance of combining hard skills with soft skills.
D．To draw people’s attention to the ever-increasing digital skills gap.
D
It’s been nearly two decades since the traditional clothing style Hanfu first started to reemerge in China. Since then it has gone from a small cultural movement celebrating an ancient fashion to a trend that is booming on social media, having been adopted by China’s Generation Z as a means of connecting with their past. Instead of following other cultures blindly, Generation Z now have different opinions about what trend is by promoting local culture while having an objective view of exotic cultural products.
The new tastes of Generation Z—young people born after 1995—are well represented on Bilibili. In the recent New Year’s Eve gala presented by Bilibili, it attracted more than 100 million views within 48 hours with a colourful set of programmes ranging from Peking Opera to classical Chinese cartoons. The same is also true of movie industry. Last year, for the first time, the top 10 most viewed films in China were all domestic films, while the ticket sales for imported films have dropped to only 16.28 percent.
“Generation Z grew up with the rapid development of China and under good economic conditions. With the development of the Chinese Internet industry, they have more access to diverse international information and culture, which bring them a much broader vision and makes them more open and confident in analyzing foreign culture. Apart from taking pride in China’s rapid development, this generation also pursues individuality and values devotion to the country,” Professor Zhang Yiwu said.
He also noted that the popular rock and punk culture pursued by the 70s and 80s generation is more of a challenge against real life and local culture. Some people who were born in the 1970s and 1980s did not grow up in the Internet age—they experienced the transformation of China going from poor to rich first-hand. This kind of longing and admiration of the West came from a lack of confidence.
However, Generation Z now have the confidence to look at Western culture with equal status. This kind of cultural confidence will result in China being more active and creative in its development on the international stage in the future.
（ ）32．What does the underlined word “exotic” in Paragraph 1 mean
A．Foreign. B．Fashionable. C．Traditional. D．Elegant.
（ ）33．Why is Bilibili mentioned in Paragraph 2
A．To confirm the rise of new media.
B．To promote Chinese Internet industry.
C．To highlight the popularity of domestic art.
D．To show the popularity of New Year’s Eve gala.
（ ）34．What do we know about Generation Z from the passage
A．They have a stronger cultural identity. B．They are longing for cultural diversity.
C．They have made China develop rapidly. D．They are more fond of foreign culture.
（ ）35．What can be a suitable title for the passage
A．Confident China, Better Future
B．China’s Progress Results in Cultural Confidence
C．China’s New Generation Redefine Local Culture as Trendy
D．Hanfu Style, Connector of Ancient Fashion and Modern Trend
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空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Physicist and Nobel Prize winner Richard Feynman developed a clever learning method known as the Feynman Technique. It involves explaining what you’re learning to others. By teaching what you’ve learned from memory, you engage in active recall. 36 It also ensures that you understand the topic, because you can only explain an idea if you truly understand it. The technique consists of four repeatable steps.
To begin, choose a concept or topic you wish to fully understand. 37 The more interested you are, the faster you’ll grasp it. Moreover, a personally interesting topic will keep you motivated and engaged.
38 Write notes and explain it in a way that makes sense to a five-year-old. If you’d rather avoid actually teaching someone, you can just teach it to an imaginary audience. But it works much better if you use a real person. They’ll be able to let you know when something isn’t clear.
While teaching you may discover gap s in your understanding. 39 Review your notes, reread books, or seek external help to ensure you have a complete understanding of the context before moving forward.
Now that you fully grasp the concept, test your understanding by trying to teach it to another person. This will help you identify any remaining areas of uncertainty you need to revisit.
The Feynman Technique is a great way for kids and grown-ups to learn. 40 You need to actively think about the problem instead of passively reading or listening to someone else. However, with great efforts in mastering this method, you’ll see your learning results improve quicker than ever before.
A．It is mentally demanding.
B．This helps the information stick in your mind better.
C．Teach it to a five-year-old, who would give you direct feedback.
D．Your curiosity about it will determine the pace of your learning.
E．Once you have chosen a topic, you can teach it to someone else.
F．Active engagement plays a key role in promoting deeper learning.
G．When this happens, refer back to the original material for the missing pieces.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面的短文，选出最佳选项。
Not long ago, Linda was sitting by a hospital bed, feeling anxious. Beside her lay her 88-year-old father. His heart was 41 and he needed an operation.
What 42 her almost as much as his health was the fact that all day the two of them had engaged in nothing but 43 small talks. She and her father had always had good 44 , but now all he talked about was the awful hospital food and the 45 outcomes of his illness. His once wide-ranging interests seemed to have 46 to the size of the room.
That day in the hospital, Linda’s eye fell on the 47 that people had brought as gifts and left on the table. Her father had always been a passionate reader, but lately he didn’t have the 48 or focus. She 49 a book, and started to read it out loud.
It 50 changed the mood and atmosphere. It was a 51 and a pleasure for both of them. Reading gave the daughter a way to connect with her father and help him in a situation that was 52 out of her hands. 53 allowed the father to travel on the sound of his daughter’s voice, up and out of the bed and back into the world of mature, intelligent engagement, where he 54 himself again.
In fact, almost any kind of reading to another person can be 55 to both parties, providing a joyful shared experience.
（ ）41．A．broken B．weak C．special D．lost
（ ）42．A．worried B．confused C．bored D．embarrassed
（ ）43．A．funny B．angry C．depressing D．amazing
（ ）44．A．cooperation B．imagination C．expectations D．conversations
（ ）45．A．possible B．desired C．helpful D．incredible
（ ）46．A．returned B．adapted C．grown D．narrowed
（ ）47．A．books B．flowers C．soup D．fruit
（ ）48．A．time B．chance C．energy D．courage
（ ）49．A．looked for B．thought of C．took out D．picked up
（ ）50．A．constantly B．probably C．immediately D．barely
（ ）51．A．secret B．relief C．burden D．game
（ ）52．A．luckily B．usually C．otherwise D．never
（ ）53．A．Listening B．Reading C．Sleeping D．Dreaming
（ ）54．A．taught B．felt C．recognized D．introduced
（ ）55．A．practical B．available C．difficult D．beneficial
第二节 语法填空（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。
Learning Chinese calligraphy 56 (list) as one of the must-do things when I came to China. Now, I’m in the course of learning this unique art, 57 value is considered very high in China, even across East Asia today. It is not only 58 ancient artistic form of human language, but it also reflects Chinese traditions.
As someone who paints, draws, and loves all 59 (create) things, at first, I assumed I would be rather good at Chinese calligraphy. I was 60 (total) wrong. Using thick brush tips to produce awkward brush strokes (笔画) is very difficult for a 61 (begin). I have no idea about the different types of calligraphy and the meanings 62 (hide) behind each one. Also, I have to hold the paintbrush in a very specific way; 63 (like) a pen or pencil, the paintbrush is held upright in the hand. I need to be extra careful when 64 (change) the angle or direction of the brush, especially if I press too hard on the paper.
After taking the lesson, I now understand the difficulty of calligraphy and that it will take efforts and commitment 65 (master) this art form. Yet, I am grateful to learn such a special Chinese tradition.
第Ⅱ卷（主观题，共40分）
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 书面表达（满分15分）
你校英文报正在组织以“The Most Impressive Chinese Virtue”为主题的征稿活动。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1．你印象最深刻的中华美德；2．具有该美德的人及事迹；3．对你的影响或启示。
注意：
1．词数100左右；2．题目已为你写好。
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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。
Maria and Peter lived in a coastal city. The greatest pleasure in summer for them was to swim at their local beach after school. But one day they started to lose their enthusiasm for swimming in the waters. More often than not, they would find plastic bags thrown on the beach. Worse still, as they swam in the water, some plastic bags would float around them and even stick to their legs when they walked to the shore.
They were upset and decided something needed to be done to stop the beautiful sea becoming consumed by waste. One weekend, Maria and Peter brought a big bag to the beach and determined to clean it up. Sweat streamed down from their forehead while they bent down and picked up the plastic bags. To their disappointment, after a day’s hard work, there were still many plastic bags lying on the beach or floating in the water. Going home with aching legs and arms, Maria and Peter were almost defeated by a strong sense of failure.
That night over dinner with their parents, the pair ate silently. Noticing their low spirits, Mother asked gently, “You two looked so down. What happened ” Exchanging glances with Peter, Maria replied in a low voice, “It’s those annoying plastic bags. We tried to clean up but it was just impossible.” Understanding the pair’s disappointment, their father patted them on the back and comforted,” Well, it’s really hard for just two of you to fix such a big problem.” “Just two of us.” complained Maria and Peter, looking at each other. Suddenly, an idea flashed through their minds, their eyes shining with excitement. “Yes, that’s the point! We should make more people aware of the problem and encourage them to take action!” the pair said in chorus.
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。
Paragraph 1: Quickly finishing their dinner, the pair went upstairs and started planning.
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Paragraph 2: Excited and nervous, they posted the video and article on Facebook.
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成都七中万达学校高2022级高二（下）半期考试
英语参考答案
一、听力：1-5：ABACB 6-10：CBCBA 11-15：CAABA 16-20：CBBCA
二、阅读理解：A篇21-23 BBC B篇24-27BACB C篇28-31 BCAC D篇32-35 ACAC
三、七选五：36-40：BDEGA
四、完型填空：41-45 BACDA 46-50 DACDC 51-55 BCABD
五、语法填空：
56．was listed 57．whose 58．an 59．creative 60．totally
61．beginner 62．hidden 63．unlike 64．changing 65．to master
书面表达参考范文
The Most Impressive Chinese Virtue
As we know, China has many fine traditional virtues. One that has impressed me most is filial piety (孝顺), which is defined as “children’s respect and care for their parents”.
I vividly remember the touching story of my father, who took good care of my sick grandmother. Despite numerous challenges, my father worked tirelessly to provide the best medical treatment for my grandmother. Thanks to his selflessness and dedication, my grandmother finally recovered, which moved the entire neighborhood.
This virtue has influenced me greatly. It serves as a constant reminder to treasure our relationships with loved ones and appreciate the sacrifices they have made for us. Having come to understand the significance of loving our elders, I am determined to carry on the virtue of filial piety.
读后续写参考范文：
Quickly finishing their dinner, the pair went upstairs and started planning. Maria and Peter decided to take advantage of the Internet. “Maybe we can write an article to arouse people’s awareness.” Maria proposed. “Good idea! We can also make a video!” Peter added. The next few hours witnessed their heated discussion and growing confidence in a clean and beautiful coast. The next day, they went to the beach and filmed a short video showing plastic bags lying on the beach and floating in the sea. Peter, who was good at writing, wrote an article talking about the present situation of the beach and asking people to take part in the clean-up.
Excited and nervous, they posted the video and article on Facebook. To their amazement, their post went viral online immediately. Countless comments flooded in saying how heartbroken they were when looking at the polluted beach and ocean. What amazed Maria and Peter more was that numerous people in their community, encouraged by their efforts, offered to join in their clean-up. More and more people came to the beach to collect plastic bags and they also appealed to others to avoid throwing or using plastic bags. A year later, with their joint and continuous effort, the coast regained its beauty and Maria and Peter regained their long-awaited pleasure.
听力原文
(Text 1)
W: Excuse me, Professor Carson, but I was hoping to talk to you about my class project.
M: I have a class in a few minutes. Why don’t you come and see me during office hours tomorrow
(Text 2)
W: These tomatoes are huge! You must have watered them a lot.
M: Yes, I did. They ought to be ripe enough to pick by next Friday when we have our picnic.
(Text 3)
M: How does your sister go to university every day Does she take a bus or underground or maybe the train
W: Oh, she always walks—because she lives quite close.
(Text 4)
M: How was the weather for your hiking trip last Saturday
W: It rained a little in the morning, but got sunny in the afternoon.
M: Did you have a lot of fun
W: Sure.
(Text 5)
M: Lily, do you have the time
W: Oh, my watch stopped again. And I just got a new battery.
M: Why don’t you take it to the clock shop They can check it for you, and the price is pretty reasonable. (Text 6)
W: Why didn’t you come to the cinema last night I waited for you for a long time.
M: I’m sorry, but I had something more important to do yesterday evening, so I wasn’t able to come.
W: But why not tell me
M: I did. I called you many times, but you had your mobile phone power off.
W: Oh, I didn’t bring it with me because I left it recharging at home.
M: I’m really sorry to have missed the film.
(Text 7)
W: Why is it so hot these days
M: The weather report says another typhoon is forming in the western Pacific and is moving towards the mainland.
W: That’s why it’s burning hot these days. By the way, will our city be hit by the typhoon
M: I’m afraid so. It will hit our city on its way towards the mainland.
W: When will it arrive
M: It is expected to arrive here tomorrow evening.
W: So we must be prepared for it.
M: Yes. The government has warned the fishermen not to go fishing too far out to sea, and told all citizens not to stay out when the typhoon arrives. I’m afraid it will cause a serious damage. We’ll have to be careful.
(Text 8)
W: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you’re not coming today
M: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I’ve got a cold and a headache, but I hope to be back in a day or two. You’d better say I’m staying in bed.
W: But you’re not in bed! Do you want me to tell a lie
M: Oh, it’s only a very little one, dear. I’m not making a false excuse. I really have a bad headache.
W: Then put the cigarette out. It’s very foolish of you to smoke when you’ve got a cold.
M: Very well, dear. You’re quite right.
W: Look, here’s some boiling water. Do as I tell you now. I’ve put something in the water that’ll do you a lot of good. Put your nose over the water. That’s right. Breathe in deeply. It’ll do you a lot of good.
M: It smells nice.
(Text 9)
W: Excuse me. Do you live here
M: Yes.
W: Oh, well, do you know where the English Language Institute is
M: Ah, yes. I think I know where it is. Do you have a car
W: No, I’m on foot.
M: Well, as you go out of the station, just continue along the road until you come to the second crossing and then turn left into King Street.
W: Yes.
M: Then walk down the street just a bit and take the first turning on the right. And keep walking until you come to the park.
W: A park, yes.
M: Well, let’s see. Walk through the park. As you get to the end of the path you will see two small roads. Take the road on the right and the English Language Institute is at the end of the road. You can’t miss it.
W: Thank you so much.
(Text 10)
Skyscrapers have become very common in Europe. Cities such as Frankfort, Madrid, Valencia, Malmo and Paris, all have very tall buildings under construction. However, the center of the world for skyscrapers is neither Europe nor America. The tallest buildings in the world are being built in Asia and the Middle East. At more than 500 meters tall, the tallest building in the world is Taipei 101 in Taipei, Taiwan. However, when completed in 2008, the Burj Dubai in the United Arab Emirates will rise 162 stories and more than 800 meters. Another building in Dubai is planned to be over 1,200 meters tall. That’s about three times as tall as the Empire State Building. Skyscrapers are part of our future for many reasons. For one, they require less land to build and use less electricity and other resources. Plus, people who live in cities with high rises are less likely to own a car. In New York and London, for example, the majority of residents do not drive. Still, a lot of people think that really tall buildings ruin the look of a city. What do you think
英语试卷
满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟
第Ⅰ卷（选择题，共110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．Who likes reading alone
A．Jim. B．Mary. C．Sarah.
（ ）2．What time does the woman get off work
A．Before 6:30 p. m. B．At 7:00 p. m. C．After 7:30 p. m.
（ ）3．What will the boy do next
A．Clean up the table. B．Do his homework. C．Buy some pencils.
（ ）4．How does the woman feel about the man’s magic trick
A．She loves it. B．She’s quite surprised. C．She thinks it’s too easy.
（ ）5．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Classmates. B．Mother and child. C．Teacher and student.
第二节（共15小题）
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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。
（ ）6．What do Eva and her classmates want to do
A．Go back to school. B．See an art exhibition. C．Celebrate their graduation.
（ ）7．What do we know about the restaurant
A．It sells works of art. B．People can paint there. C．Guests must dress up there.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。
（ ）8．Why did Kevin change his backpack
A．His old one was too small.
B．The teacher asked him to change one.
C．It was for the benefit of his health.
（ ）9．Why does Kevin like staying at school
A．He likes talking to the teacher.
B．He finishes his homework faster.
C．He likes playing games with his classmates.
（ ）10．Where does the conversation take place
A．At school. B．At Kevin’s house. C．At a doctor’s office.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。
（ ）11．What does the man try to do
A．Get another degree. B．Take a part-time job. C．Graduate in the fall.
（ ）12．How many classes is the woman taking
A．Four. B．Five. C．Six.
（ ）13．What do the speakers agree on in the end
A．Studying together. B．Taking fewer classes. C．Exercising regularly.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。
（ ）14．Why does Bill think Helen shouldn’t be at school
A．He is afraid of getting her cold.
B．He thinks she should be resting.
C．He thinks the school is uncomfortable.
（ ）15．What did Helen’s Russian friend suggest
A．Eating garlic. B．Seeing a doctor. C．Drinking a lot of water.
（ ）16．How does Helen think the hot water would help
A．It would cure her cough.
B．It would clear her runny nose.
C．It would be good for her throat.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。
（ ）17．What is the purpose of the announcement
A．To tell passengers the rules.
B．To help passengers stay safe.
C．To make sure people don’t lose things.
（ ）18．What is the weather like today
A．Rainy. B．Snowy. C．Sunny.
（ ）19．Where should passengers go if they have problems
A．To the top of the stairs.
B．To the end of the waiting area.
C．To the middle of the waiting area.
（ ）20．How will the staff deal with the luggage left behind in the waiting area
A．They may remove it. B．They’ll take pictures of it. C．They’ll try to find the owner.
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
If the poems you read at school made you think poetry is old-fashioned, here are four poets whose work will make you look at poetry in a different way.
Brian Bilston
Brian Bilston’s poetry is definitely more relevant to what happens around us nowadays. He covers subjects such as climate change, modern technology and international events. Although Brian uses rhyme in some of his work, it is extremely effective, especially as so many are humorous poems. He uses simple words and has a skill for word play, making them accessible for today’s audience.
Ada Limón
Ada is a well-known American poet, and has released several collections of poetry. Her poems are deeply rooted in nature, emotion and relatable metaphors (比喻). Her work feels like a natural progression from the poetry covered in schools. There is still an artistic weaving and careful placement of words, but the messages and inner meanings are comprehensible for a modern audience.
Tracy K Smith
Tracy was the winner of the Best First Book by an African American poet, with her 2003 collection, The Body’s Question. Her poems cover important issues around race, family, going beyond from childhood into adulthood and much more. Each is easy to understand and relate to, while at the same time, deeply personal. She has a natural talent for connecting with her audience.
Mel Wardle Woodend
Mel has several published collections including two books for children, who find it easy to know the meanings of her poetry. She also has a collection called Just a Thought, which raises awareness of mental health issues. This topic was rarely discussed at school, so Mel’s work is progressive and inviting to those who may not tick the typical boxes of someone who enjoys poetry.
（ ）21．What is Brian Bilston’s poetry mainly concerned with
A．School life. B．Current issues. C．Historic events. D．Today’s audience.
（ ）22．What do you know about Just a Thought
A．It appeals to school students. B．It concerns mental well-being.
C．It is intended for younger readers. D．It is rarely discussed at school now.
（ ）23．What do the four poets’ works have in common
A．They are available online.
B．They make readers feel inspired.
C．They are understandable for modern readers.
D．They tick the right boxes for children.
B
Every community has an ice cream store, but not all of them have a mission. When Charles Foreman opened his store, Everyday Sundae, he had a goal in mind, “My objective is to make a positive impact in my community by treating people like family and remembering them,” he said.
With his business slogan, “A place for community,” Foreman’s store has quickly gained a devoted following. Customers visit to enjoy their favorite flavors; artwork and cards from them decorate the walls; and some purchase their paper napkins there to support the store. Foreman has also organized events like storybook readings accompanied by sweet treats for children. What truly sets this business apart is the free ice cream that Foreman generously gives out.
“You know when they come in, you can see it. It was natural to notice some of the kids have it and others don’t. So I’m going to sponsor them.” Foreman said as he talked about how he can tell when a visitor wants a treat they can’t afford. “I just want to do some positive things. I believe my community is missing a family-friendly ice cream shop.”
One day, Nicole Harkin, one of his regular customers, noticed Foreman give a free ice cream to children without money. For Foreman, this was a constant gesture that had just gone unnoticed, but Harkin reacted with surprise. She came back and handed him an envelope containing 100 dollars. Foreman was so touched by Harkin’s gift that he posted it on Instagram. Foreman and Harkin’s kind behaviors also moved other customers to cover Foreman’s free ice creams for people they didn’t know. Foreman’s ice cream fund has received many donations since then.
“When you see people doing their best, you want to do your best,” Foreman said. “Everything is contagious, whether you do something negative or positive. We’re supposed to do all we can to help each other.”
（ ）24．Why was Charles Foreman’s store so special
A．It provides free goods to the community. B．It offers children ice cream for free.
C．It is a place to show creativity. D．It collects donations from others.
（ ）25．What does Foreman really want to stress in paragraph 3
A．The motive for his generous action. B．The sympathy for those poor children.
C．The urge for an ice cream shop. D．The methods to help those in need.
（ ）26．Which of the following led to a wider donation for his fund
A．A report on his unnoticed gesture. B．An envelope with a letter in it.
C．A post of someone’s generous action. D．A game between him and his customer.
（ ）27．What does the underlined word “contagious” in the last paragraph mean
A．Critical. B．Influential. C．Precious. D．Optimistic.
C
As we enter a period of profound economic uncertainty, shown by recent well-known layoffs and a culture of “quiet quitting”, thinking about the future of work might well seem a scary prospect.
Indeed, an ever-increasing digital skills gap threatens to stop businesses adopting the game-changing technologies that will help to power growth in the months and years ahead. For instance, with each exciting new technology comes a growing concern about whether we have a digitally skilled workforce ready to take advantage of it. After all, keeping the workforce up to speed with the latest advances is a key element of the digital transformation process, which will prove essential if we hope to improve business productivity and efficiency alongside our efforts to achieve sustained growth.
Likewise, at the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, the cybersecurity skills gap was named as one particular area of concern. There’s good reason for this focus: if businesses can’t protect themselves against external threats, they risk going backwards. And that’s before they even start thinking about achieving growth. This is why we need to address the digital skills gap urgently.
Well, we should change in order to help attract and keep a more diverse pool of talent, giving businesses a far better chance of finding the up-to-date digital skills they need. And, when it comes to engaging and empowering the current workforce, learning and development opportunities will be key, helping employees to enhance their skills for the benefit of both themselves and their employers.
To make this all happen, leaders and employers must demonstrate a commitment to teaching their workforces digital skills by setting clear expectations and providing all the resources required. One approach, for example, would be to focus on the potential in the existing talent pool by identifying those already skilled in digital capabilities and supporting them to upskill their colleagues. Creating a culture of learning, with an emphasis on personal growth, can be an impressive motivator in the workplace.
Of course, it’s all well and good saying that digital skills are paramount, but a workforce with purely hard skills will not future-proof a business. There’s a need for soft skills that support the broader goal, so as not to ignore the other competencies required in a digital transformation: communication, critical thinking, creative design skills, and leadership. To exploit the technology to its full potential, such qualities are equally important.
Fundamentally, getting the interaction right between humans and technology will be vital if businesses are to succeed. As a result, human skills must not be underestimated. Every business will need a range of people with a variety of skills—not only those experts in math, engineering, and science, but also those with creative minds and leadership qualities.
（ ）28．What is the writer’s main concern in the digital transformation process
A．The threats from technology. B．The challenge of upskilling workforces.
C．The culture of “quiet quitting”. D．The shortage of experienced workers.
（ ）29．What can be learned from Paragraph 4 and 5
A．Replacing current workforces with digital talents is the key.
B．High requirements of recruitment ensure a sound workforce.
C．Employers should develop a learning culture inside their workforces.
D．Business leaders should focus on the training of the existing talent pool.
（ ）30．What does the underlined word “paramount” in Paragraph 6 probably mean
A．Important. B．Beneficial. C．Challenging. D．Inspiring.
（ ）31．What might be the purpose of the passage
A．To advocate the necessity of improving digital skills.
B．To warn humans of the potential problems with technology.
C．To stress the importance of combining hard skills with soft skills.
D．To draw people’s attention to the ever-increasing digital skills gap.
D
It’s been nearly two decades since the traditional clothing style Hanfu first started to reemerge in China. Since then it has gone from a small cultural movement celebrating an ancient fashion to a trend that is booming on social media, having been adopted by China’s Generation Z as a means of connecting with their past. Instead of following other cultures blindly, Generation Z now have different opinions about what trend is by promoting local culture while having an objective view of exotic cultural products.
The new tastes of Generation Z—young people born after 1995—are well represented on Bilibili. In the recent New Year’s Eve gala presented by Bilibili, it attracted more than 100 million views within 48 hours with a colourful set of programmes ranging from Peking Opera to classical Chinese cartoons. The same is also true of movie industry. Last year, for the first time, the top 10 most viewed films in China were all domestic films, while the ticket sales for imported films have dropped to only 16.28 percent.
“Generation Z grew up with the rapid development of China and under good economic conditions. With the development of the Chinese Internet industry, they have more access to diverse international information and culture, which bring them a much broader vision and makes them more open and confident in analyzing foreign culture. Apart from taking pride in China’s rapid development, this generation also pursues individuality and values devotion to the country,” Professor Zhang Yiwu said.
He also noted that the popular rock and punk culture pursued by the 70s and 80s generation is more of a challenge against real life and local culture. Some people who were born in the 1970s and 1980s did not grow up in the Internet age—they experienced the transformation of China going from poor to rich first-hand. This kind of longing and admiration of the West came from a lack of confidence.
However, Generation Z now have the confidence to look at Western culture with equal status. This kind of cultural confidence will result in China being more active and creative in its development on the international stage in the future.
（ ）32．What does the underlined word “exotic” in Paragraph 1 mean
A．Foreign. B．Fashionable. C．Traditional. D．Elegant.
（ ）33．Why is Bilibili mentioned in Paragraph 2
A．To confirm the rise of new media.
B．To promote Chinese Internet industry.
C．To highlight the popularity of domestic art.
D．To show the popularity of New Year’s Eve gala.
（ ）34．What do we know about Generation Z from the passage
A．They have a stronger cultural identity. B．They are longing for cultural diversity.
C．They have made China develop rapidly. D．They are more fond of foreign culture.
（ ）35．What can be a suitable title for the passage
A．Confident China, Better Future
B．China’s Progress Results in Cultural Confidence
C．China’s New Generation Redefine Local Culture as Trendy
D．Hanfu Style, Connector of Ancient Fashion and Modern Trend
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空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Physicist and Nobel Prize winner Richard Feynman developed a clever learning method known as the Feynman Technique. It involves explaining what you’re learning to others. By teaching what you’ve learned from memory, you engage in active recall. 36 It also ensures that you understand the topic, because you can only explain an idea if you truly understand it. The technique consists of four repeatable steps.
To begin, choose a concept or topic you wish to fully understand. 37 The more interested you are, the faster you’ll grasp it. Moreover, a personally interesting topic will keep you motivated and engaged.
38 Write notes and explain it in a way that makes sense to a five-year-old. If you’d rather avoid actually teaching someone, you can just teach it to an imaginary audience. But it works much better if you use a real person. They’ll be able to let you know when something isn’t clear.
While teaching you may discover gap s in your understanding. 39 Review your notes, reread books, or seek external help to ensure you have a complete understanding of the context before moving forward.
Now that you fully grasp the concept, test your understanding by trying to teach it to another person. This will help you identify any remaining areas of uncertainty you need to revisit.
The Feynman Technique is a great way for kids and grown-ups to learn. 40 You need to actively think about the problem instead of passively reading or listening to someone else. However, with great efforts in mastering this method, you’ll see your learning results improve quicker than ever before.
A．It is mentally demanding.
B．This helps the information stick in your mind better.
C．Teach it to a five-year-old, who would give you direct feedback.
D．Your curiosity about it will determine the pace of your learning.
E．Once you have chosen a topic, you can teach it to someone else.
F．Active engagement plays a key role in promoting deeper learning.
G．When this happens, refer back to the original material for the missing pieces.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面的短文，选出最佳选项。
Not long ago, Linda was sitting by a hospital bed, feeling anxious. Beside her lay her 88-year-old father. His heart was 41 and he needed an operation.
What 42 her almost as much as his health was the fact that all day the two of them had engaged in nothing but 43 small talks. She and her father had always had good 44 , but now all he talked about was the awful hospital food and the 45 outcomes of his illness. His once wide-ranging interests seemed to have 46 to the size of the room.
That day in the hospital, Linda’s eye fell on the 47 that people had brought as gifts and left on the table. Her father had always been a passionate reader, but lately he didn’t have the 48 or focus. She 49 a book, and started to read it out loud.
It 50 changed the mood and atmosphere. It was a 51 and a pleasure for both of them. Reading gave the daughter a way to connect with her father and help him in a situation that was 52 out of her hands. 53 allowed the father to travel on the sound of his daughter’s voice, up and out of the bed and back into the world of mature, intelligent engagement, where he 54 himself again.
In fact, almost any kind of reading to another person can be 55 to both parties, providing a joyful shared experience.
（ ）41．A．broken B．weak C．special D．lost
（ ）42．A．worried B．confused C．bored D．embarrassed
（ ）43．A．funny B．angry C．depressing D．amazing
（ ）44．A．cooperation B．imagination C．expectations D．conversations
（ ）45．A．possible B．desired C．helpful D．incredible
（ ）46．A．returned B．adapted C．grown D．narrowed
（ ）47．A．books B．flowers C．soup D．fruit
（ ）48．A．time B．chance C．energy D．courage
（ ）49．A．looked for B．thought of C．took out D．picked up
（ ）50．A．constantly B．probably C．immediately D．barely
（ ）51．A．secret B．relief C．burden D．game
（ ）52．A．luckily B．usually C．otherwise D．never
（ ）53．A．Listening B．Reading C．Sleeping D．Dreaming
（ ）54．A．taught B．felt C．recognized D．introduced
（ ）55．A．practical B．available C．difficult D．beneficial
第二节 语法填空（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。
Learning Chinese calligraphy 56 (list) as one of the must-do things when I came to China. Now, I’m in the course of learning this unique art, 57 value is considered very high in China, even across East Asia today. It is not only 58 ancient artistic form of human language, but it also reflects Chinese traditions.
As someone who paints, draws, and loves all 59 (create) things, at first, I assumed I would be rather good at Chinese calligraphy. I was 60 (total) wrong. Using thick brush tips to produce awkward brush strokes (笔画) is very difficult for a 61 (begin). I have no idea about the different types of calligraphy and the meanings 62 (hide) behind each one. Also, I have to hold the paintbrush in a very specific way; 63 (like) a pen or pencil, the paintbrush is held upright in the hand. I need to be extra careful when 64 (change) the angle or direction of the brush, especially if I press too hard on the paper.
After taking the lesson, I now understand the difficulty of calligraphy and that it will take efforts and commitment 65 (master) this art form. Yet, I am grateful to learn such a special Chinese tradition.
第Ⅱ卷（主观题，共40分）
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 书面表达（满分15分）
你校英文报正在组织以“The Most Impressive Chinese Virtue”为主题的征稿活动。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1．你印象最深刻的中华美德；2．具有该美德的人及事迹；3．对你的影响或启示。
注意：
1．词数100左右；2．题目已为你写好。
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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。
Maria and Peter lived in a coastal city. The greatest pleasure in summer for them was to swim at their local beach after school. But one day they started to lose their enthusiasm for swimming in the waters. More often than not, they would find plastic bags thrown on the beach. Worse still, as they swam in the water, some plastic bags would float around them and even stick to their legs when they walked to the shore.
They were upset and decided something needed to be done to stop the beautiful sea becoming consumed by waste. One weekend, Maria and Peter brought a big bag to the beach and determined to clean it up. Sweat streamed down from their forehead while they bent down and picked up the plastic bags. To their disappointment, after a day’s hard work, there were still many plastic bags lying on the beach or floating in the water. Going home with aching legs and arms, Maria and Peter were almost defeated by a strong sense of failure.
That night over dinner with their parents, the pair ate silently. Noticing their low spirits, Mother asked gently, “You two looked so down. What happened ” Exchanging glances with Peter, Maria replied in a low voice, “It’s those annoying plastic bags. We tried to clean up but it was just impossible.” Understanding the pair’s disappointment, their father patted them on the back and comforted,” Well, it’s really hard for just two of you to fix such a big problem.” “Just two of us.” complained Maria and Peter, looking at each other. Suddenly, an idea flashed through their minds, their eyes shining with excitement. “Yes, that’s the point! We should make more people aware of the problem and encourage them to take action!” the pair said in chorus.
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。
Paragraph 1: Quickly finishing their dinner, the pair went upstairs and started planning.
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Paragraph 2: Excited and nervous, they posted the video and article on Facebook.
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成都七中万达学校高2022级高二（下）半期考试
英语参考答案
一、听力：1-5：ABACB 6-10：CBCBA 11-15：CAABA 16-20：CBBCA
二、阅读理解：A篇21-23 BBC B篇24-27BACB C篇28-31 BCAC D篇32-35 ACAC
三、七选五：36-40：BDEGA
四、完型填空：41-45 BACDA 46-50 DACDC 51-55 BCABD
五、语法填空：
56．was listed 57．whose 58．an 59．creative 60．totally
61．beginner 62．hidden 63．unlike 64．changing 65．to master
书面表达参考范文
The Most Impressive Chinese Virtue
As we know, China has many fine traditional virtues. One that has impressed me most is filial piety (孝顺), which is defined as “children’s respect and care for their parents”.
I vividly remember the touching story of my father, who took good care of my sick grandmother. Despite numerous challenges, my father worked tirelessly to provide the best medical treatment for my grandmother. Thanks to his selflessness and dedication, my grandmother finally recovered, which moved the entire neighborhood.
This virtue has influenced me greatly. It serves as a constant reminder to treasure our relationships with loved ones and appreciate the sacrifices they have made for us. Having come to understand the significance of loving our elders, I am determined to carry on the virtue of filial piety.
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Quickly finishing their dinner, the pair went upstairs and started planning. Maria and Peter decided to take advantage of the Internet. “Maybe we can write an article to arouse people’s awareness.” Maria proposed. “Good idea! We can also make a video!” Peter added. The next few hours witnessed their heated discussion and growing confidence in a clean and beautiful coast. The next day, they went to the beach and filmed a short video showing plastic bags lying on the beach and floating in the sea. Peter, who was good at writing, wrote an article talking about the present situation of the beach and asking people to take part in the clean-up.
Excited and nervous, they posted the video and article on Facebook. To their amazement, their post went viral online immediately. Countless comments flooded in saying how heartbroken they were when looking at the polluted beach and ocean. What amazed Maria and Peter more was that numerous people in their community, encouraged by their efforts, offered to join in their clean-up. More and more people came to the beach to collect plastic bags and they also appealed to others to avoid throwing or using plastic bags. A year later, with their joint and continuous effort, the coast regained its beauty and Maria and Peter regained their long-awaited pleasure.
听力原文
(Text 1)
W: Excuse me, Professor Carson, but I was hoping to talk to you about my class project.
M: I have a class in a few minutes. Why don’t you come and see me during office hours tomorrow
(Text 2)
W: These tomatoes are huge! You must have watered them a lot.
M: Yes, I did. They ought to be ripe enough to pick by next Friday when we have our picnic.
(Text 3)
M: How does your sister go to university every day Does she take a bus or underground or maybe the train
W: Oh, she always walks—because she lives quite close.
(Text 4)
M: How was the weather for your hiking trip last Saturday
W: It rained a little in the morning, but got sunny in the afternoon.
M: Did you have a lot of fun
W: Sure.
(Text 5)
M: Lily, do you have the time
W: Oh, my watch stopped again. And I just got a new battery.
M: Why don’t you take it to the clock shop They can check it for you, and the price is pretty reasonable. (Text 6)
W: Why didn’t you come to the cinema last night I waited for you for a long time.
M: I’m sorry, but I had something more important to do yesterday evening, so I wasn’t able to come.
W: But why not tell me
M: I did. I called you many times, but you had your mobile phone power off.
W: Oh, I didn’t bring it with me because I left it recharging at home.
M: I’m really sorry to have missed the film.
(Text 7)
W: Why is it so hot these days
M: The weather report says another typhoon is forming in the western Pacific and is moving towards the mainland.
W: That’s why it’s burning hot these days. By the way, will our city be hit by the typhoon
M: I’m afraid so. It will hit our city on its way towards the mainland.
W: When will it arrive
M: It is expected to arrive here tomorrow evening.
W: So we must be prepared for it.
M: Yes. The government has warned the fishermen not to go fishing too far out to sea, and told all citizens not to stay out when the typhoon arrives. I’m afraid it will cause a serious damage. We’ll have to be careful.
(Text 8)
W: Shall I phone and tell your secretary you’re not coming today
M: Yes, please, dear. Tell her I’ve got a cold and a headache, but I hope to be back in a day or two. You’d better say I’m staying in bed.
W: But you’re not in bed! Do you want me to tell a lie
M: Oh, it’s only a very little one, dear. I’m not making a false excuse. I really have a bad headache.
W: Then put the cigarette out. It’s very foolish of you to smoke when you’ve got a cold.
M: Very well, dear. You’re quite right.
W: Look, here’s some boiling water. Do as I tell you now. I’ve put something in the water that’ll do you a lot of good. Put your nose over the water. That’s right. Breathe in deeply. It’ll do you a lot of good.
M: It smells nice.
(Text 9)
W: Excuse me. Do you live here
M: Yes.
W: Oh, well, do you know where the English Language Institute is
M: Ah, yes. I think I know where it is. Do you have a car
W: No, I’m on foot.
M: Well, as you go out of the station, just continue along the road until you come to the second crossing and then turn left into King Street.
W: Yes.
M: Then walk down the street just a bit and take the first turning on the right. And keep walking until you come to the park.
W: A park, yes.
M: Well, let’s see. Walk through the park. As you get to the end of the path you will see two small roads. Take the road on the right and the English Language Institute is at the end of the road. You can’t miss it.
W: Thank you so much.
(Text 10)
Skyscrapers have become very common in Europe. Cities such as Frankfort, Madrid, Valencia, Malmo and Paris, all have very tall buildings under construction. However, the center of the world for skyscrapers is neither Europe nor America. The tallest buildings in the world are being built in Asia and the Middle East. At more than 500 meters tall, the tallest building in the world is Taipei 101 in Taipei, Taiwan. However, when completed in 2008, the Burj Dubai in the United Arab Emirates will rise 162 stories and more than 800 meters. Another building in Dubai is planned to be over 1,200 meters tall. That’s about three times as tall as the Empire State Building. Skyscrapers are part of our future for many reasons. For one, they require less land to build and use less electricity and other resources. Plus, people who live in cities with high rises are less likely to own a car. In New York and London, for example, the majority of residents do not drive. Still, a lot of people think that really tall buildings ruin the look of a city. What do you think
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