山东省实验中学2023-2024学年高二下学期5月月考英语试题（word版含答案，无听力音频含听力原文）
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山东省实验中学
高二年级下学期第三次学情检测英语试题
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。
Whose exam results are the best
A. Tony's. B.Sally's. C.Carly's.
2.What does the woman think about John Grisham's books
A. Useful. B.Unconvincing. C.Interesting.
3. Where are the speakers
A.In a car. B. In a hospital. C.On a ship.
4. When does the woman want to play the game next time
A. On Wednesday. B.On Thursday. C.On Saturday.
5.What will the speakers do next
A. Make a fire. B. Serve drinks. C. Cook some food.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟:听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers doing
A. Complaining about the wet weather.
B.Talking about family members.
C.Sharing the meanings of names.
7. In which month was Masika born
A.May. B.July. C.August.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the purpose of Sally's call
A.To return a call. B. To arrange a sale. C.To cancel an appointment.
9.Why does Mr. Reynolds feel lucky
A. He has an afternoon free.
B. He found exactly what he wanted.
C. He succeeded in contacting Sally.
10. What does Sally offer to do for Mr. Reynolds
A. Advertise his house.
B. Give him a discount.
C. Take him to look at an apartment.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.How to help people who suffer from a disaster.
B.How to attend a performance.
C.How to raise money for the poor.
12. What will be on tonight
A. A donation ceremony. B. A speech. C.A concert show.
13.What does the man say about Syria
A. It is not as rich as Turkey.
B. It wasn't badly damaged.
C.It had enough support.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14.What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Restaurant staff member and customer.
B.Boss and secretary.
C.Mother and son.
15. When will the man arrive at the place on Saturday
A.At 7:00 p.m. B.At 7:30 p.m. C.At 8:00 p.m.
16. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Have a seat facing the sea.
B. Get a bottle of wine.
C.Inform her before arriving.
听第 10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To share the benefits of learning foreign languages.
B. To tell some methods of learning foreign languages.
C.To give some useful tips on working abroad.
18. In which country does the speaker work
A. Thailand. B. England. C.France.
19.Who is the speaker talking to
AsHis co-workers. B.His students. C.His employees.
20.Which country's culture is the speaker looking forward to learning about
A.Thai culture. B.Spanish culture. C.Chinese culture.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
If you think about World Heritage Sites, you probably think of places associated with ancient art and culture and historical buildings. And of course, many of these are on the World Heritage List(WHL).These include remains of ancient cultures like Cuzco in Peru or the rock city of Petra in Jordan as well as old city centers such as Rome in Italy. Also common are places of artistic or cultural significance, like the Stonehenge stone circle in England.But the WHL contains a lot of sites that are not so obvious. Let's look at a few of the more unusual sites on the WHL and why it is important to preserve them.
Citadel of Haiti
These monuments were built at the end of the 19th century when Haiti became independent and the many thousands of black slaves in Haiti were free for the first time. These ex-slaves built the monuments, which the WHL describes as “a universal symbol of Niberty".
Borders of France and Spain
This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological formations.
But it is also an area of small farms. The WHL has listed the site because it shows us about past European society through its landscape of villages, farms, fields, up land pastures and mountain roads.
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
This railway in India was opened in 1881 and is still operating today. It crosses a difficult area of mountain landscape and it is a great example of railway engineering. The WHL says that it is "the first, and still the most outstanding, example of a hill passenger railway.”
The city of Brasilia
Brasilia is n capital city that was created from nothing in 1956. The WHL calls it “a land mark in the history of town planning". The different areas of the city and the buildings themselves were all designed at the same time so that they would harmonize with each other.
What's the function of the examples of World Heritage Sites in paragraph 1
A. To highlight the importance of WHL.
B.To exemplify sites of artistic and cultural value.
C.To compare the differences between various sites.
D.To draw readers' attention to more unique sites on the WHL.
22.Who built Citadel of Haiti
A. Former slaves. B.Citizens in Haiti.
C.Active revolutionaries. D.Haiti government.
23.Which site will attract a town planner most
A. Citadel of Haiti. B.Borders of France and Spain.
C.The city of Brasilia. D. The Darjeeling Himalayan Ranway.
B
When I was a little boy growing up, my Mom, Dad, brothers and I lived in my Nana's old house. It was surrounded by four huge vegetable gardens. And around the house so many flowers were planted. It was so beautiful there in the spring and summer. That wasn't all, though. On the back porch Nana had dozens of potted plants hanging on hooks. She watered them, talked to them and nurtured (养育) them. And in the winter she would carry them all inside and set them on shelves near the windows of our enclosed front porch. There with a little water and a lot of love she kept them alive, green, and growing even during the coldest, darkest months.
As a boy I was puzzled by all the effort she put into them. I understood the vegetable gardens. They helped to feed the family all winter long. I even understood the flowers around the house. They were pretty and smelled so sweet in the summer months. The reason why she put so much effort into caring for those potted plants, however, eluded me. They didn't give us any food and they rarely had any flowers on them. They remained a mystery to my child's mind.
Now as I've grown older 1 am beginning to understand why my Nana had those potted plants. It is the same reason why I have so many pictures of sunrises and forests hanging in my home. They remind me during the dark, cold, winter months full of bare trees and yellow grass that light, love, and growth still exist. They remind me that spring will come again. They remind me that God loves us and is still with us even when the earth doesn't show it.
Today I see Nana's potted plants in a new light. They are worth every bit of the love and care she put into them. But what tells me most about light and love is Nana herself. She is light to my soul even in my darkest times. And her love lives on in my heart even if she is in Heaven. May we all learn to love as she loved, shine as she shined, and live as she lived.
24. Which of the following is close in meaning to the underlined word “eluded" in paragraph 2
A. Upset. B.Misguided. C.Confused. D.Distracted.
25.Why was Nana fond of potted plants
A. They were a sign of hope. B.They resembled sunrise and forests.
C.They constantly kept Nana company. D. They were portable and easy to nurture.
26.What is the author's purpose of writing the passage
A. To advocate growing potted plants.
B.To sing the praise of Nana’s spirit and love.
C. 1o stress the benefits of a positive lifestyle
D. To recall beautiful memories spent with Nana.
27.What's the type of the passage
A. A non-fiction. B. A book review.
C.An agricultural leaflet. D. A celebrity biography.
C
Extremely authentic-looking prosthetic(假体的)eyes can now be 3D-printed in a
fraction(少量) of the time it would normally take to produce the eyes by hand, scientists demonstrate in a new study.
The new technology can create a prosthetic eye in just 90 minutes, compared with the eight hours it would normally take a skilled technician, or ocularist, to produce one by hand. The3D-printed eyes require five times less labor to make than traditional methods, the scientists behind the technology wrote in a new paper published in the journal Nature Communications.
The 3D-printed eyes also look more natural than traditional prostheses; this could help improve a patient's self-confidence in using the devices. “Patients are very conscious about wearing a prosthesis, and they don't want others to notice," Johann Reinhard, lead study author and a researcher at the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research in Germany, told us. “With these more realistic eyes, it might help them to participate more in society," he said.
The new printing approach involves taking a specialized image of a patient's empty eye socket and of their healthy eye. These images are then processed and used to draft blueprints that can be sent to be 3D-printed in the lab. These 3D-printed eyes closely replicate the color, size and structure of the patient's healthy eye and are particularly good at capturing the colored part of the eye, known as the iris, and the white part of the eye, called the sclera. Once finished, the eyes take 15 to 30 minutes to be installed (安装) by an ocularist, Reinhard said.
“About 80% of adults in need of prosthetic eyes could theoretically have one made this way, either due to a birth defect that causes an eye to be small or missing or because they've lost an eye," the team said. “However, this wouldn't be possible for all patients, such as those who have a very complex eye socket, as the software wouldn't be able to find a matching shape for the prosthetic eye," Reinhard said.
“More data are needed to see if this technique could also be used to make prosthetic eyes for children, which would require more regulation," Reinhard said.
28. Which of the following words can be best used to describe the 3D-printed eyes
A. Eco-friendly. B. Time-consuming. C. Fit-of-all. D. Realistic-looking.
29. How does the author develop his idea mainly in Paragraph 2
A. By justifying an idea. B. By giving examples.
C. By providing evidence. D. By making a comparison.
30. Which statement is true about a 3D-printed eye
A. The patients prefer to show off their prosthetic eyes.
B. Every adult in need of a prosthetic eye can't possibly have one.
C. It normally takes a skilled technician, or ocularist, to produce one.
D. The installment of one is 5 times faster than a traditional prosthetic eye.31. Which of the following would be the best title for the text A. 3D-printed Eyes-a Better Alternative B.3D Printing-a Promising Technology C.3D-printed Eyes--a Source of Confidence
D. Prosthetic Eyes--the Hope for all Blind People
D
Is there a link between social media and depression Do Facebook and Instagram have a negative impact on your mental health It's complicated.
Sometimes, looking through Instagram just makes you feel bad. You try not to envy your friends, but they always seem to be traveling somewhere cool, eating something fancy, or looking cute in perfect just-rolled-out-of-bed hair. On the other hand, there are times when you laugh at funny memes (表情包), catch up with old friends, and feel happy to belong to fon social media communities. Clearly, social media isn't all bad.
People are increasingly suspecting that there're potential problems of social media. Things like cyberbullying (网上欺凌)，screen addiction, and being exposed to endless filtered images(美颜) that make it impossible not to make comparisons between yourself and others often make the news. In July, a big study came out in the journal JAMA titled“Association of Screen Time and Depression in Adolescence.” This big headline seems to confirm what a lot of people have been saying - screen time is horrible for young people.
The study followed over 3,800 adolescents over four years as part of a drug and alcohol prevention program. Part of what the investigators measured was the teens' amount of screen time, including time spent on social media, as well as their levels of depression symptoms. One of their main findings was that higher amounts of social media use were associated with higher levels of depression. That was true both when the researches compared between people and compared each person against their own mental health over time.
Case closed Not so fast. Before we end the debate once and for all, let's take a closer look at this and other studies. Let's ask ourselves: what exactly is the relationship between social media use and depression It turns out there are several warnings.
32. Why do people sometimes feel bad when looking through Instagram
A. They lack contact with old friends. B.They can travel nowhere.
C.They don't look perfect. D.They feel unbalanced.
33.Why is the article in journal JAMA mentioned
A.To comment. B. To prove. C.To suggest. D.To explore.
34.Which may agree with the findings of the study
A. Depression is related to social media use.
B.Teens' amount of screen tiime is limited.
C. It is not casy to tell reasons for depression.
D.Social media contributes to physical health.
35. What's the best title of the text
A.How to reduce depression B. Does social media cause depression
C.Shall people reduce screen time D.Why is it time to give up social media
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Maximalism (极繁主义),as a design aesthetic (审美), is rooted in cultural shifts throughout history. In the mid-20th century, minimalism dominated social aesthetic, which laid great emphasis on the idea of less was more. In the late 1960s, postmodernism challenged the ideas of minimalism and embraced a more playful approach to design._ 36 __During the 1980s, maximalism reached its peak and continued to evolve in the following decades.
Today, maximalism has become a noticeable design style characterized by celebrating individuality, embracing the unexpected, and creating stunning and expressive spaces. 37 They hold that maximalism can make homes blossom into spaces that radiate with warmth and joy, and reflect the personalities and tastes of everyone in the house.
38 _ Even hallways can be turned into gallery-like spaces with unique art collections, vibrant wall coverings that enhance visual impact. Mirrors, if strategically placed, can add to the pleasant feel of a space that could otherwise be a boring passage.
The living room unfolds with patterns and decor items, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere which is all about individuality and comfort. 39 A combination of decoration items such as sculptures, vases, and books are also on display.
Breaking free from regular kitchen aesthetics, maximalism transforms kitchens into exciting and inspiring environments. Using unexpected kitchen lighting options can add some home atmosphere.___40
As an interior (室内的) stylist, I encourage you to get the best from your home and the possessions you already have by displaying what you love most. This will spark joy everywhere you look, and this concept is at the heart of maximalism.
A. Delicate table lamps may work well.
B. Your home should be a celebration of all you are.
C. Many interior designers are advocates of maximalism.
D. Maximalism breathes life into often-overlooked corners.
E. You can find a variety of ways to bring it into your home, too.
F. Maximalism emerged as a reaction against the idea of simplicity.
G. There is a mix of different patterns through pillows and curtains.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It was Christmas Day. For Antony, this was another day spent in a white-walled 41 His wife and sou were enjoying the festival feast at home. But for Antony, he couldn't enjoy the Christmas42 with them. Instead, he was surrounded by flashes of red from roaring ambulances. He was saving lives.
About fifty years ago, Antony was born in a little village in Northern Greece, where traditions ran deep and religious festivities were 43 _with the highest honor. However, he was a boy who 44 Santa. When asked the reason, he laughed out and said, “He was always there, but he never brought me Christmas presents." He laughed even louder, trying to 45 his sorrowful feelings as he described how all the other children in the village received gifts except for him.
Antony further revealed that his parents' inability to afford gifts unintentionally 46 his belief that Santa was an 47 magical man who deliberately overlooked nim. While his peers enjoyed new toys, Antony felt the pain of exclusion. Yet, with time and maturity, his hatred towards Santa 48 .
Instead of toys, Antony found 49__in exploring his older brother's medical textbooks. His appetite for reading and the example his older brother set 50 him to study hard and eventually he became a respected cardiologist in the hospital close to his village, where doctors were especially needed. He worked 51 at the hospital, like Santa,faithfully 52 the greatest gift of all.
Antony's story serves as a___53 that one's upbringing does not 54 their future, but determination and diligence can pave the way for remarkable achievements. We can rise from5seginnings but we should never give up striving for excellence.
41.A. restaurant B. cinema C.supermarket D.hospital D. blessing
42.A. concept B. prospect C.delight D. blessing
43.A. awarded B. observed C. expected D. presented
44.A. hated B.awaited C.admired D. declined.
45.A. accumulate B. infect C. convey D. cover
46. A. eased B. fueled C. restored D.restricted
47.A. attractive B.aggressive C.awful D.ambitious
48. A. revived B.remained C.faded D.emerged
49.A. comfort B.breakthrough C.identity D.sign
50.A. required B. persuaded C.forced D. inspired
51.A. tirelessly B. tightly C.urgently D. literally
52. A. trying out B.drawing out C. giving out D. selling out
53.A. assumption B.response C.motivation D.reminder
54.A.estimate B.define C.occupy D.sustain
55.A. humble B.awkward C.crucial D.noble
第二节课文语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
A
The “natural" greenhouse effect refers to the fact that heat from the sun enters the atmosphere and warms Earth's surface as short-wave radiation. Then the heat56 (release) back into space. Greenhouse 57 (gas) in the atmosphere, such as methane and carbon dioxide, trap some of the heat, keeping Earth's climate warm and habitable. Earth could not sustain life 58 this process.
B
As teenagers grow up, they become more independent and start making 59 (they) own decisions. 60 , during this period, it can be easy for some of them to form bad habits. These bad habits, if left unchecked, could lead to more serious ones when they become adults. For example, some of them may become involved in tobacco or alcohol abuse,61 can lead to physical and mental health problems. To prevent harmful habits like these from
. (dominate) a teenager's life is essential. They must learn to recognize bad habits early and make appropriate changes.
C
During the Middle Ages, the purpose of Western art was 63_ (teach) people about religion. Works 64 _(paint) in this period were often primitive and two-dimensional. This began to change in the 13th century with Giotto di Bondone(1267--1337).While his paintings still had religious themes, they showed real people. In particular, his paintings are set apart from other paintings by their realistic human faces and
deep65 (emotion) impact.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节单词拼写(共10小题每小题1.5分，满分15分)
66. One of the new government's______________(政策) is to control public spending.
67.I'm treating myself with a piece of cake as a_____________(回报) fer my day of hard work.
68. To expand knowledge, the students are advised to f____________visit the library.
69. With all the necessities_________(购买),Mrs.Clark drove home directly.
70. I offered to give them a lift but they d_________with thanks.
71.Tsinghua University is___________(排名) number one in China for engineering.
72. In my opinion, Internet voting has begun to show its____________(消极的)impacts on people and society.
73. The other day, the police f____________me for driving too fast.
74. After school, children______________(蹦蹦跳跳地走) down the path and went home happily.
75. After starting high school, I felt s___________out and always relaxed by playing basketball.
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。
The Real Champion
I like running and for me, success was winning every race I participated in. My classmates called me Incredible Dash. One day, there was a sporting event planned in my school. Well-prepared for the running competition, I took part in almost every race there wns. A large number of people gathered to watch. Crowds were eager to see the running race because it was the most exciting event. When the race for 400m started, all the boys ran fast. Unsurprisingly, I finished first in the race and received a big round of applause. While it was tiring, I felt proud and was on top of my world.
In the race for 200m, l ran full speed and finished the race first once again. The crowd gave thundering claps to me. I jumped all over the ground and was not bothered to give handshakes to my fellow racers.
Then came the race for 100m. Discouraged by the previous races' most boys quit the race except one, a boy named Matt who was invited as an honorary runner. Matt was born with low vision but he was a determined participant of many sports. The judge came to Matt and explained the situation, asking whether he would like to quit too. L, wild with joy, thought I would win the champion without effort. However, to everyone's surprise, Matt decided to complete the event. I sniffed(嗤之以鼻),“It is a waste of time. I bet he even doesn't figure out where the finish line is."
The race of two started. On hearing the starting gun, both Matt and I ran to the finish line, Soon I sped up and left Matt behind. Just 30 meters before arriving at the finish line, I was expecting to receive the applause for the third time when I suffered a leg spasm(抽筋).
注意:
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右:
2、续写部分分为两段，每段开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
I fell hard to the ground._
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Arm by arm, we walked towards the finish line.
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山东省实验中学
高二年级下学期第三次学情检测英语试题答案
听力: 1-5BBCBC 6-10 CAABC 11-15 ACAAB 16-20 CAABC
21-23DAC 24-27CABA 28-31DDBA 32--35 DBABFCDGA
36--40 FCDGA 41-45 DCBAD 46-50 BCCAD 51-55 ACDBA
课文语法填空:
is released 57.gases 58. without 59.their 60. However 61.which
62. dominating 63. to teach 64. painted 65. emotional
单词拼写
66. policies 67.reward 68.frequently 69.purchased 70. declined 71.ranking
72.negative 73.fined 74.skipped 75.stressed
范文
I fell hard to the ground. At this moment I felt sad and ashamed that I couldn't finish the race. I lay on the ground, unwilling to face the fact and the crowds. I imagined the sneering faces and don't know how to react. Suddenly a hand reached out to me. I raised my head and found it's Matt."Let's run together." he said. There was just sincerity on his face, no mock. I believed I should trust him, and gave him my hand.
Arm by arm, we walked towards the finish line. The crowds fell into silence, and then broke into loud applause. What did they applaud for I think I know. Bowing to Matt, I thanked Matt for his help and admitted he was the champion. “No, I participate in the race not for the champion, just for the participation. You are very excellent." he said. I was surprised at first, and then realized that the full engagement and good faith deserved the real champion.
听力原文:
Text 1
W: Did you get your exam results, Tony I got an A and two Bs.
M: Same with me, Carly. I got an A for English and Bs for French and math W: I'm told that Sally got an A for every subject.
Text 2
M: I'm reading a book written by John Grisham at the moment. It's useful and quite good.
W: I've read a couple of his books. But I thought the plots were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. M:The one I'm reading is interesting so far.
Text 3
W: You look pale. Are you feeling seasick
M: No, I feel fine. In fact, I feel more uncomfortable when traveling in a car. W: Me too. Ships don't bother me at all, but traveling in a car is another matter.
Text 4
W: That was a great game. I was tired after Saturday's game, but this one was even harder. M: Shall we have another one on Wednesday
W: Can we make it the day after I have to work late on Wednesday.
Text 5
W: Has the fire in the barbecue got going yet The meat and vegetables are ready for cooking..
M: Yes, I think it's hot enough now. I served drinks to everyone and now they're hungry.
W: Let's get started then.
Text 6
W: What does your name mean, Liu Lang
M: My parents told me it means “the sixth son”. I'm the sixth boy in my family.
W: Your name reminds me of my friend's name, Masika.
M: Oh What does it mean
W: It means “born during the rainy season". M: So, was she born in July or August
W: She's not from Beijing like you. She's from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya in Africa. In the middle of summer, it's cloudy but pretty dry. She was born in May, during the wettest time of the year there.
M: That's interesting. Names do have their meanings.
Text 7
W: Hello, is that Mr. Reynolds M:Yes, speaking.
W: It's Sally Maynard from City Estates. I believe you called for me earlier
M: Yes, that's right. I wanted to ask if you have any two-bedroom apartments to rent near the Green Park. I realize it's a very popular area.
W: Funny you should ask. I have just come off the phone to someone who wants to rent out a two-bedroom apartment there.
M: Wow, my lucky day, huh
W: Ha-ha, yes. Why don't you come and see the apartment before we advertise it
M: Definitely. It sounds like just the place I'm looking for.
W: I'm free tomorrow afternoon. How about viewing it then Around 3:00p.m.
M: Sounds perfect. Give me the address and I'll be there.
Text 8
M: I feel so sorry for the earthquake I saw on the TV news. Is there any way we could help
W: It's hard to say. Turkey and Syria are a long way away.
M: We need to think of a way of raising money to support the people there.
W: Maybe a concert What do you think
M: Yes, if we could get someone famous to perform.
W:Gary Silver is performing at the City Hall tonight. He's a big rock star. Maybe we could catch him after the show and ask if he'd help us.
M: OK, I heard that he does a lot of good work. Maybe he will.
W: If we raise a lot of money, though, who would we give it to
M:I'm not sure. Most of the damage seems to be in Turkey, although the disaster caused severe damage in both of the two countries. But Turkey is a richer country than Syria, I think.
W: Yes, and it has caused great hardship in Syria.
M: Perhaps we should give the money to a charity and let them decide. W: Yes, maybe you're right. Text 9
W:Good afternoon. Caroline speaking, how may I help you
2M: Oh, hello Caroline. I'd like to make a reservation, please.
W: Certainly, sir. What day would you like it for
M: For Saturday, March 21st. W: And for how many people
M:Six people.W: And what time
M: 7:00 p.m.
W: Ah, now we can't fit you in at 7:00 p.m. We can make it at 7:30 p.m. or 8:00 p.m.
M: Oh, why is that
w: Because we have to give people before you a certain amount of time to finish their meals.
M: I see. Well, make it 7:30 then.
w: OK, could I have a name and a telephone number, please
M: It's David Benson on 018-68908765.
W: OK, that's all booked in for you.
M: Great. This booking is a surprise for my mom's 60th birthday. All my family will be there.
W: Oh, I see.
M: She loves the sea. Would it be possible to have a table looking out over the sea
W: Yes, certainly. And because it's a special occasion, we'll provide a free bottle of wine.
M: Oh, wonderful.
W: Would it be possible for you to give us a call or a text a few minutes before you arrive Then we
can give your mom a special welcome. M: Yes, of course. Thank you so much.
Text 10
What an incredible experience it is to be able to fluently speak a foreign language! When we learn a foreign language, we are always a little curious. And we feel proud to be finally able to talk with someone in their language and may even have the opportunities to work abroad. As well as learning the language, we can discover another culture and keep an open mind to a different way of thinking. Today, I can speak different languages fluently: English, Spanish and French. Since I've learned them, I feel like it is even easier for me to learn other languages. Learning a foreign language is a daily process. I have learnt basic Thai language since I worked and lived here five years ago. It's easy for me as I'm surrounded with you native speakers, though I've been teaching you people English. I learned how to be more self-confident. I became more imaginative in teaching my students English. I also figured out how to find a good balance between being friendly and being respected at the same time. I learned bow to be more playful with the kids, and how to inspire my students to think. It is great to be part of their learning process as a teacher. I plan to spend the next few years learning about Chinese civilization and enjoying its charm. It's totally different from Western cultures like Spanish and British. Hope you all realize your dreams one day.
高二年级下学期第三次学情检测英语试题
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。
Whose exam results are the best
A. Tony's. B.Sally's. C.Carly's.
2.What does the woman think about John Grisham's books
A. Useful. B.Unconvincing. C.Interesting.
3. Where are the speakers
A.In a car. B. In a hospital. C.On a ship.
4. When does the woman want to play the game next time
A. On Wednesday. B.On Thursday. C.On Saturday.
5.What will the speakers do next
A. Make a fire. B. Serve drinks. C. Cook some food.
第二节
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟:听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers doing
A. Complaining about the wet weather.
B.Talking about family members.
C.Sharing the meanings of names.
7. In which month was Masika born
A.May. B.July. C.August.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What is the purpose of Sally's call
A.To return a call. B. To arrange a sale. C.To cancel an appointment.
9.Why does Mr. Reynolds feel lucky
A. He has an afternoon free.
B. He found exactly what he wanted.
C. He succeeded in contacting Sally.
10. What does Sally offer to do for Mr. Reynolds
A. Advertise his house.
B. Give him a discount.
C. Take him to look at an apartment.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11.What are the speakers mainly talking about
A.How to help people who suffer from a disaster.
B.How to attend a performance.
C.How to raise money for the poor.
12. What will be on tonight
A. A donation ceremony. B. A speech. C.A concert show.
13.What does the man say about Syria
A. It is not as rich as Turkey.
B. It wasn't badly damaged.
C.It had enough support.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14.What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Restaurant staff member and customer.
B.Boss and secretary.
C.Mother and son.
15. When will the man arrive at the place on Saturday
A.At 7:00 p.m. B.At 7:30 p.m. C.At 8:00 p.m.
16. What does the woman suggest the man do
A. Have a seat facing the sea.
B. Get a bottle of wine.
C.Inform her before arriving.
听第 10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17.Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To share the benefits of learning foreign languages.
B. To tell some methods of learning foreign languages.
C.To give some useful tips on working abroad.
18. In which country does the speaker work
A. Thailand. B. England. C.France.
19.Who is the speaker talking to
AsHis co-workers. B.His students. C.His employees.
20.Which country's culture is the speaker looking forward to learning about
A.Thai culture. B.Spanish culture. C.Chinese culture.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
If you think about World Heritage Sites, you probably think of places associated with ancient art and culture and historical buildings. And of course, many of these are on the World Heritage List(WHL).These include remains of ancient cultures like Cuzco in Peru or the rock city of Petra in Jordan as well as old city centers such as Rome in Italy. Also common are places of artistic or cultural significance, like the Stonehenge stone circle in England.But the WHL contains a lot of sites that are not so obvious. Let's look at a few of the more unusual sites on the WHL and why it is important to preserve them.
Citadel of Haiti
These monuments were built at the end of the 19th century when Haiti became independent and the many thousands of black slaves in Haiti were free for the first time. These ex-slaves built the monuments, which the WHL describes as “a universal symbol of Niberty".
Borders of France and Spain
This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological formations.
But it is also an area of small farms. The WHL has listed the site because it shows us about past European society through its landscape of villages, farms, fields, up land pastures and mountain roads.
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
This railway in India was opened in 1881 and is still operating today. It crosses a difficult area of mountain landscape and it is a great example of railway engineering. The WHL says that it is "the first, and still the most outstanding, example of a hill passenger railway.”
The city of Brasilia
Brasilia is n capital city that was created from nothing in 1956. The WHL calls it “a land mark in the history of town planning". The different areas of the city and the buildings themselves were all designed at the same time so that they would harmonize with each other.
What's the function of the examples of World Heritage Sites in paragraph 1
A. To highlight the importance of WHL.
B.To exemplify sites of artistic and cultural value.
C.To compare the differences between various sites.
D.To draw readers' attention to more unique sites on the WHL.
22.Who built Citadel of Haiti
A. Former slaves. B.Citizens in Haiti.
C.Active revolutionaries. D.Haiti government.
23.Which site will attract a town planner most
A. Citadel of Haiti. B.Borders of France and Spain.
C.The city of Brasilia. D. The Darjeeling Himalayan Ranway.
B
When I was a little boy growing up, my Mom, Dad, brothers and I lived in my Nana's old house. It was surrounded by four huge vegetable gardens. And around the house so many flowers were planted. It was so beautiful there in the spring and summer. That wasn't all, though. On the back porch Nana had dozens of potted plants hanging on hooks. She watered them, talked to them and nurtured (养育) them. And in the winter she would carry them all inside and set them on shelves near the windows of our enclosed front porch. There with a little water and a lot of love she kept them alive, green, and growing even during the coldest, darkest months.
As a boy I was puzzled by all the effort she put into them. I understood the vegetable gardens. They helped to feed the family all winter long. I even understood the flowers around the house. They were pretty and smelled so sweet in the summer months. The reason why she put so much effort into caring for those potted plants, however, eluded me. They didn't give us any food and they rarely had any flowers on them. They remained a mystery to my child's mind.
Now as I've grown older 1 am beginning to understand why my Nana had those potted plants. It is the same reason why I have so many pictures of sunrises and forests hanging in my home. They remind me during the dark, cold, winter months full of bare trees and yellow grass that light, love, and growth still exist. They remind me that spring will come again. They remind me that God loves us and is still with us even when the earth doesn't show it.
Today I see Nana's potted plants in a new light. They are worth every bit of the love and care she put into them. But what tells me most about light and love is Nana herself. She is light to my soul even in my darkest times. And her love lives on in my heart even if she is in Heaven. May we all learn to love as she loved, shine as she shined, and live as she lived.
24. Which of the following is close in meaning to the underlined word “eluded" in paragraph 2
A. Upset. B.Misguided. C.Confused. D.Distracted.
25.Why was Nana fond of potted plants
A. They were a sign of hope. B.They resembled sunrise and forests.
C.They constantly kept Nana company. D. They were portable and easy to nurture.
26.What is the author's purpose of writing the passage
A. To advocate growing potted plants.
B.To sing the praise of Nana’s spirit and love.
C. 1o stress the benefits of a positive lifestyle
D. To recall beautiful memories spent with Nana.
27.What's the type of the passage
A. A non-fiction. B. A book review.
C.An agricultural leaflet. D. A celebrity biography.
C
Extremely authentic-looking prosthetic(假体的)eyes can now be 3D-printed in a
fraction(少量) of the time it would normally take to produce the eyes by hand, scientists demonstrate in a new study.
The new technology can create a prosthetic eye in just 90 minutes, compared with the eight hours it would normally take a skilled technician, or ocularist, to produce one by hand. The3D-printed eyes require five times less labor to make than traditional methods, the scientists behind the technology wrote in a new paper published in the journal Nature Communications.
The 3D-printed eyes also look more natural than traditional prostheses; this could help improve a patient's self-confidence in using the devices. “Patients are very conscious about wearing a prosthesis, and they don't want others to notice," Johann Reinhard, lead study author and a researcher at the Fraunhofer Institute for Computer Graphics Research in Germany, told us. “With these more realistic eyes, it might help them to participate more in society," he said.
The new printing approach involves taking a specialized image of a patient's empty eye socket and of their healthy eye. These images are then processed and used to draft blueprints that can be sent to be 3D-printed in the lab. These 3D-printed eyes closely replicate the color, size and structure of the patient's healthy eye and are particularly good at capturing the colored part of the eye, known as the iris, and the white part of the eye, called the sclera. Once finished, the eyes take 15 to 30 minutes to be installed (安装) by an ocularist, Reinhard said.
“About 80% of adults in need of prosthetic eyes could theoretically have one made this way, either due to a birth defect that causes an eye to be small or missing or because they've lost an eye," the team said. “However, this wouldn't be possible for all patients, such as those who have a very complex eye socket, as the software wouldn't be able to find a matching shape for the prosthetic eye," Reinhard said.
“More data are needed to see if this technique could also be used to make prosthetic eyes for children, which would require more regulation," Reinhard said.
28. Which of the following words can be best used to describe the 3D-printed eyes
A. Eco-friendly. B. Time-consuming. C. Fit-of-all. D. Realistic-looking.
29. How does the author develop his idea mainly in Paragraph 2
A. By justifying an idea. B. By giving examples.
C. By providing evidence. D. By making a comparison.
30. Which statement is true about a 3D-printed eye
A. The patients prefer to show off their prosthetic eyes.
B. Every adult in need of a prosthetic eye can't possibly have one.
C. It normally takes a skilled technician, or ocularist, to produce one.
D. The installment of one is 5 times faster than a traditional prosthetic eye.31. Which of the following would be the best title for the text A. 3D-printed Eyes-a Better Alternative B.3D Printing-a Promising Technology C.3D-printed Eyes--a Source of Confidence
D. Prosthetic Eyes--the Hope for all Blind People
D
Is there a link between social media and depression Do Facebook and Instagram have a negative impact on your mental health It's complicated.
Sometimes, looking through Instagram just makes you feel bad. You try not to envy your friends, but they always seem to be traveling somewhere cool, eating something fancy, or looking cute in perfect just-rolled-out-of-bed hair. On the other hand, there are times when you laugh at funny memes (表情包), catch up with old friends, and feel happy to belong to fon social media communities. Clearly, social media isn't all bad.
People are increasingly suspecting that there're potential problems of social media. Things like cyberbullying (网上欺凌)，screen addiction, and being exposed to endless filtered images(美颜) that make it impossible not to make comparisons between yourself and others often make the news. In July, a big study came out in the journal JAMA titled“Association of Screen Time and Depression in Adolescence.” This big headline seems to confirm what a lot of people have been saying - screen time is horrible for young people.
The study followed over 3,800 adolescents over four years as part of a drug and alcohol prevention program. Part of what the investigators measured was the teens' amount of screen time, including time spent on social media, as well as their levels of depression symptoms. One of their main findings was that higher amounts of social media use were associated with higher levels of depression. That was true both when the researches compared between people and compared each person against their own mental health over time.
Case closed Not so fast. Before we end the debate once and for all, let's take a closer look at this and other studies. Let's ask ourselves: what exactly is the relationship between social media use and depression It turns out there are several warnings.
32. Why do people sometimes feel bad when looking through Instagram
A. They lack contact with old friends. B.They can travel nowhere.
C.They don't look perfect. D.They feel unbalanced.
33.Why is the article in journal JAMA mentioned
A.To comment. B. To prove. C.To suggest. D.To explore.
34.Which may agree with the findings of the study
A. Depression is related to social media use.
B.Teens' amount of screen tiime is limited.
C. It is not casy to tell reasons for depression.
D.Social media contributes to physical health.
35. What's the best title of the text
A.How to reduce depression B. Does social media cause depression
C.Shall people reduce screen time D.Why is it time to give up social media
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Maximalism (极繁主义),as a design aesthetic (审美), is rooted in cultural shifts throughout history. In the mid-20th century, minimalism dominated social aesthetic, which laid great emphasis on the idea of less was more. In the late 1960s, postmodernism challenged the ideas of minimalism and embraced a more playful approach to design._ 36 __During the 1980s, maximalism reached its peak and continued to evolve in the following decades.
Today, maximalism has become a noticeable design style characterized by celebrating individuality, embracing the unexpected, and creating stunning and expressive spaces. 37 They hold that maximalism can make homes blossom into spaces that radiate with warmth and joy, and reflect the personalities and tastes of everyone in the house.
38 _ Even hallways can be turned into gallery-like spaces with unique art collections, vibrant wall coverings that enhance visual impact. Mirrors, if strategically placed, can add to the pleasant feel of a space that could otherwise be a boring passage.
The living room unfolds with patterns and decor items, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere which is all about individuality and comfort. 39 A combination of decoration items such as sculptures, vases, and books are also on display.
Breaking free from regular kitchen aesthetics, maximalism transforms kitchens into exciting and inspiring environments. Using unexpected kitchen lighting options can add some home atmosphere.___40
As an interior (室内的) stylist, I encourage you to get the best from your home and the possessions you already have by displaying what you love most. This will spark joy everywhere you look, and this concept is at the heart of maximalism.
A. Delicate table lamps may work well.
B. Your home should be a celebration of all you are.
C. Many interior designers are advocates of maximalism.
D. Maximalism breathes life into often-overlooked corners.
E. You can find a variety of ways to bring it into your home, too.
F. Maximalism emerged as a reaction against the idea of simplicity.
G. There is a mix of different patterns through pillows and curtains.
第三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
It was Christmas Day. For Antony, this was another day spent in a white-walled 41 His wife and sou were enjoying the festival feast at home. But for Antony, he couldn't enjoy the Christmas42 with them. Instead, he was surrounded by flashes of red from roaring ambulances. He was saving lives.
About fifty years ago, Antony was born in a little village in Northern Greece, where traditions ran deep and religious festivities were 43 _with the highest honor. However, he was a boy who 44 Santa. When asked the reason, he laughed out and said, “He was always there, but he never brought me Christmas presents." He laughed even louder, trying to 45 his sorrowful feelings as he described how all the other children in the village received gifts except for him.
Antony further revealed that his parents' inability to afford gifts unintentionally 46 his belief that Santa was an 47 magical man who deliberately overlooked nim. While his peers enjoyed new toys, Antony felt the pain of exclusion. Yet, with time and maturity, his hatred towards Santa 48 .
Instead of toys, Antony found 49__in exploring his older brother's medical textbooks. His appetite for reading and the example his older brother set 50 him to study hard and eventually he became a respected cardiologist in the hospital close to his village, where doctors were especially needed. He worked 51 at the hospital, like Santa,faithfully 52 the greatest gift of all.
Antony's story serves as a___53 that one's upbringing does not 54 their future, but determination and diligence can pave the way for remarkable achievements. We can rise from5seginnings but we should never give up striving for excellence.
41.A. restaurant B. cinema C.supermarket D.hospital D. blessing
42.A. concept B. prospect C.delight D. blessing
43.A. awarded B. observed C. expected D. presented
44.A. hated B.awaited C.admired D. declined.
45.A. accumulate B. infect C. convey D. cover
46. A. eased B. fueled C. restored D.restricted
47.A. attractive B.aggressive C.awful D.ambitious
48. A. revived B.remained C.faded D.emerged
49.A. comfort B.breakthrough C.identity D.sign
50.A. required B. persuaded C.forced D. inspired
51.A. tirelessly B. tightly C.urgently D. literally
52. A. trying out B.drawing out C. giving out D. selling out
53.A. assumption B.response C.motivation D.reminder
54.A.estimate B.define C.occupy D.sustain
55.A. humble B.awkward C.crucial D.noble
第二节课文语法填空(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
A
The “natural" greenhouse effect refers to the fact that heat from the sun enters the atmosphere and warms Earth's surface as short-wave radiation. Then the heat56 (release) back into space. Greenhouse 57 (gas) in the atmosphere, such as methane and carbon dioxide, trap some of the heat, keeping Earth's climate warm and habitable. Earth could not sustain life 58 this process.
B
As teenagers grow up, they become more independent and start making 59 (they) own decisions. 60 , during this period, it can be easy for some of them to form bad habits. These bad habits, if left unchecked, could lead to more serious ones when they become adults. For example, some of them may become involved in tobacco or alcohol abuse,61 can lead to physical and mental health problems. To prevent harmful habits like these from
. (dominate) a teenager's life is essential. They must learn to recognize bad habits early and make appropriate changes.
C
During the Middle Ages, the purpose of Western art was 63_ (teach) people about religion. Works 64 _(paint) in this period were often primitive and two-dimensional. This began to change in the 13th century with Giotto di Bondone(1267--1337).While his paintings still had religious themes, they showed real people. In particular, his paintings are set apart from other paintings by their realistic human faces and
deep65 (emotion) impact.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节单词拼写(共10小题每小题1.5分，满分15分)
66. One of the new government's______________(政策) is to control public spending.
67.I'm treating myself with a piece of cake as a_____________(回报) fer my day of hard work.
68. To expand knowledge, the students are advised to f____________visit the library.
69. With all the necessities_________(购买),Mrs.Clark drove home directly.
70. I offered to give them a lift but they d_________with thanks.
71.Tsinghua University is___________(排名) number one in China for engineering.
72. In my opinion, Internet voting has begun to show its____________(消极的)impacts on people and society.
73. The other day, the police f____________me for driving too fast.
74. After school, children______________(蹦蹦跳跳地走) down the path and went home happily.
75. After starting high school, I felt s___________out and always relaxed by playing basketball.
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。
The Real Champion
I like running and for me, success was winning every race I participated in. My classmates called me Incredible Dash. One day, there was a sporting event planned in my school. Well-prepared for the running competition, I took part in almost every race there wns. A large number of people gathered to watch. Crowds were eager to see the running race because it was the most exciting event. When the race for 400m started, all the boys ran fast. Unsurprisingly, I finished first in the race and received a big round of applause. While it was tiring, I felt proud and was on top of my world.
In the race for 200m, l ran full speed and finished the race first once again. The crowd gave thundering claps to me. I jumped all over the ground and was not bothered to give handshakes to my fellow racers.
Then came the race for 100m. Discouraged by the previous races' most boys quit the race except one, a boy named Matt who was invited as an honorary runner. Matt was born with low vision but he was a determined participant of many sports. The judge came to Matt and explained the situation, asking whether he would like to quit too. L, wild with joy, thought I would win the champion without effort. However, to everyone's surprise, Matt decided to complete the event. I sniffed(嗤之以鼻),“It is a waste of time. I bet he even doesn't figure out where the finish line is."
The race of two started. On hearing the starting gun, both Matt and I ran to the finish line, Soon I sped up and left Matt behind. Just 30 meters before arriving at the finish line, I was expecting to receive the applause for the third time when I suffered a leg spasm(抽筋).
注意:
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右:
2、续写部分分为两段，每段开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
I fell hard to the ground._
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Arm by arm, we walked towards the finish line.
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山东省实验中学
高二年级下学期第三次学情检测英语试题答案
听力: 1-5BBCBC 6-10 CAABC 11-15 ACAAB 16-20 CAABC
21-23DAC 24-27CABA 28-31DDBA 32--35 DBABFCDGA
36--40 FCDGA 41-45 DCBAD 46-50 BCCAD 51-55 ACDBA
课文语法填空:
is released 57.gases 58. without 59.their 60. However 61.which
62. dominating 63. to teach 64. painted 65. emotional
单词拼写
66. policies 67.reward 68.frequently 69.purchased 70. declined 71.ranking
72.negative 73.fined 74.skipped 75.stressed
范文
I fell hard to the ground. At this moment I felt sad and ashamed that I couldn't finish the race. I lay on the ground, unwilling to face the fact and the crowds. I imagined the sneering faces and don't know how to react. Suddenly a hand reached out to me. I raised my head and found it's Matt."Let's run together." he said. There was just sincerity on his face, no mock. I believed I should trust him, and gave him my hand.
Arm by arm, we walked towards the finish line. The crowds fell into silence, and then broke into loud applause. What did they applaud for I think I know. Bowing to Matt, I thanked Matt for his help and admitted he was the champion. “No, I participate in the race not for the champion, just for the participation. You are very excellent." he said. I was surprised at first, and then realized that the full engagement and good faith deserved the real champion.
听力原文:
Text 1
W: Did you get your exam results, Tony I got an A and two Bs.
M: Same with me, Carly. I got an A for English and Bs for French and math W: I'm told that Sally got an A for every subject.
Text 2
M: I'm reading a book written by John Grisham at the moment. It's useful and quite good.
W: I've read a couple of his books. But I thought the plots were weak. I can't believe why the story goes this way. M:The one I'm reading is interesting so far.
Text 3
W: You look pale. Are you feeling seasick
M: No, I feel fine. In fact, I feel more uncomfortable when traveling in a car. W: Me too. Ships don't bother me at all, but traveling in a car is another matter.
Text 4
W: That was a great game. I was tired after Saturday's game, but this one was even harder. M: Shall we have another one on Wednesday
W: Can we make it the day after I have to work late on Wednesday.
Text 5
W: Has the fire in the barbecue got going yet The meat and vegetables are ready for cooking..
M: Yes, I think it's hot enough now. I served drinks to everyone and now they're hungry.
W: Let's get started then.
Text 6
W: What does your name mean, Liu Lang
M: My parents told me it means “the sixth son”. I'm the sixth boy in my family.
W: Your name reminds me of my friend's name, Masika.
M: Oh What does it mean
W: It means “born during the rainy season". M: So, was she born in July or August
W: She's not from Beijing like you. She's from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya in Africa. In the middle of summer, it's cloudy but pretty dry. She was born in May, during the wettest time of the year there.
M: That's interesting. Names do have their meanings.
Text 7
W: Hello, is that Mr. Reynolds M:Yes, speaking.
W: It's Sally Maynard from City Estates. I believe you called for me earlier
M: Yes, that's right. I wanted to ask if you have any two-bedroom apartments to rent near the Green Park. I realize it's a very popular area.
W: Funny you should ask. I have just come off the phone to someone who wants to rent out a two-bedroom apartment there.
M: Wow, my lucky day, huh
W: Ha-ha, yes. Why don't you come and see the apartment before we advertise it
M: Definitely. It sounds like just the place I'm looking for.
W: I'm free tomorrow afternoon. How about viewing it then Around 3:00p.m.
M: Sounds perfect. Give me the address and I'll be there.
Text 8
M: I feel so sorry for the earthquake I saw on the TV news. Is there any way we could help
W: It's hard to say. Turkey and Syria are a long way away.
M: We need to think of a way of raising money to support the people there.
W: Maybe a concert What do you think
M: Yes, if we could get someone famous to perform.
W:Gary Silver is performing at the City Hall tonight. He's a big rock star. Maybe we could catch him after the show and ask if he'd help us.
M: OK, I heard that he does a lot of good work. Maybe he will.
W: If we raise a lot of money, though, who would we give it to
M:I'm not sure. Most of the damage seems to be in Turkey, although the disaster caused severe damage in both of the two countries. But Turkey is a richer country than Syria, I think.
W: Yes, and it has caused great hardship in Syria.
M: Perhaps we should give the money to a charity and let them decide. W: Yes, maybe you're right. Text 9
W:Good afternoon. Caroline speaking, how may I help you
2M: Oh, hello Caroline. I'd like to make a reservation, please.
W: Certainly, sir. What day would you like it for
M: For Saturday, March 21st. W: And for how many people
M:Six people.W: And what time
M: 7:00 p.m.
W: Ah, now we can't fit you in at 7:00 p.m. We can make it at 7:30 p.m. or 8:00 p.m.
M: Oh, why is that
w: Because we have to give people before you a certain amount of time to finish their meals.
M: I see. Well, make it 7:30 then.
w: OK, could I have a name and a telephone number, please
M: It's David Benson on 018-68908765.
W: OK, that's all booked in for you.
M: Great. This booking is a surprise for my mom's 60th birthday. All my family will be there.
W: Oh, I see.
M: She loves the sea. Would it be possible to have a table looking out over the sea
W: Yes, certainly. And because it's a special occasion, we'll provide a free bottle of wine.
M: Oh, wonderful.
W: Would it be possible for you to give us a call or a text a few minutes before you arrive Then we
can give your mom a special welcome. M: Yes, of course. Thank you so much.
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What an incredible experience it is to be able to fluently speak a foreign language! When we learn a foreign language, we are always a little curious. And we feel proud to be finally able to talk with someone in their language and may even have the opportunities to work abroad. As well as learning the language, we can discover another culture and keep an open mind to a different way of thinking. Today, I can speak different languages fluently: English, Spanish and French. Since I've learned them, I feel like it is even easier for me to learn other languages. Learning a foreign language is a daily process. I have learnt basic Thai language since I worked and lived here five years ago. It's easy for me as I'm surrounded with you native speakers, though I've been teaching you people English. I learned how to be more self-confident. I became more imaginative in teaching my students English. I also figured out how to find a good balance between being friendly and being respected at the same time. I learned bow to be more playful with the kids, and how to inspire my students to think. It is great to be part of their learning process as a teacher. I plan to spend the next few years learning about Chinese civilization and enjoying its charm. It's totally different from Western cultures like Spanish and British. Hope you all realize your dreams one day.
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