福建省泉州市2024-2025学年高三上学期8月开学考试 英语试题（word版含答案，无听力音频含听力原文）

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泉州市2025届高中毕业班质量监测（一）
2024.08
高三英语
（试卷满分：150分，考试时间：120分钟）
注意事项：
1.答题前，考生须在试题卷、答题卡规定的位置填写自己的准考证号、姓名。考生应认真核对答题卡上粘贴的条形码的“准考证号、姓名”与考生本人准考证号、姓名是否一致。
2.回答选择题时、选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束，考生须将试题卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. Turn to a programmer. B. Apply for a job C. Update the website.
2. Where are the speakers
A. In a book store. B. At a birthday party. C. In a classroom.
3. When is the train leaving
A.9:15. B.9:30. C.10:00.
4. What are the speakers talking about
A. A lecture. B. A conference. C. A career plan.
5. What will Jeff rake to school tomorrow
A. A carrot cake. B. A roast chicken. C. An apple pie.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。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，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman want to do
A. Open a bank account. B. Get information on loans. C. Withdraw some money.
7. Where will the woman go
A. Brown College. B. Dudley Road. C. Kingfield Street.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What did David do last night
A. He played volleyball. B. He cheered at the match. C. He watched the television.
9. What will Lisa do first
A. Take a piano lesson.
B. Seek her mom’s permission.
C. Give David a call.
10. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Coach and player. B. Fellow teachers. C. Schoolmates.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What is Brett doing
A. Reading an e-book. B. Downloading e-books. C. Selecting an e-book reader.
12. What does Brett say about the e-book reader
A. It is popular among customers.
B. It has access to many libraries.
C. It is adjustable in text size.
13. What is Fiona’s attitude towards e-books
A. Unfavourable. B. Worried. C. Supportive.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What did Lynn do yesterday
A. She registered for a course.
B. She attended online lessons.
C. She took a test on psychology.
15. How often should Lynn contact the professor
A. Seven times a week.
B. After each part of the series.
C. Three times during the course.
16. What caused the department to put forward the program
A. Its convenient transportation.
B. Its unconventional practice.
C. Its job prospects.
17. What concerns Anderson about distance learning
A. Class interaction. B. Course design. C. Experiment facilities.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. When did Colwell start painting pictures of women’s faces
A. In 2010. B. In 2015. C. In 2020.
19. What motivated Colwell to leave her works on social media
A. Teacher’s encouragement.
B. Her achievement in painting.
C. An art sharing movement.
20. What benefit did Colwell’s action bring about
A. Contributions to charity.
B. Increasing job chances.
C. Reduction on medical bills.
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
Community Service & Civic Engagement supports Northeastern students who serve and cooperate with the community through a variety of programs. Whether you want to serve through a CSCE program, take on a leadership role, or plan a service project for your student organization, we have the resources to get you started.
Alliance of Civically Engaged Students (ACES)
This multi-year program is designed for undergraduate students who are in Boston in their first or r second year. The Northeastern University Alliance of Civically Engaged Students serves community partner organizations throughout Boston. ACES students commit to volunteering regularly in local organizations, where they build leadership skills and provide sustained service in their communities throughout their undergraduate careers.
Alternative Breaks
Alternative Breaks offers Nortbeastern students the-chance to participate in weekend and weeklong service and learning experiences. Students volunteer with community organizations -in the United States and around the world- that address critical social issues. Through meaningful action, reflection, and education, our volunteers explore new places and cultures, work with people from different communities, and build problem-solving and leadership skills for the future.
Community Volunteers Program (CVP)
Community Volunteers Program (CVP) is a service opportunity that engages volunteers in weekly service with community-based organizations in neighborhoods surrounding our Boston campus. CVP offers service with a variety of community organizations and social issues that allow volunteers to connect their skills and passions to service CVP runs once a week for one semester!
Jumpstart
Jumpstart is a national early education organization that enlists and trains college students and community volunteers to teach preschool children in low-income neighborhoods. Through proven courses, the children develop the necessary language and literacy (读写能力) skills to be ready for school, setting them on a path to academic success.
21. Which of the following helps develop students international vision
A. ACES. B. Alternative Breaks. C. CVP. D. Jumpstart.
22. Who is most suitable to volunteer in Jumpstart
A. A group leader in the students’ union
B. A language major caring for needy kids.
C. An activist interested in social campaigns.
D. An international student studying culture.
23. What are the participants of all the programs expected to do
A. Address social issues. B. Plan volunteering projects.
C. Take on a leadership role. D. Engage in community service.
B
Dr. Marie-Luce Chevalier, a Belgian/French geologist (地质学家), has been working a as a research professor at the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences in Beijing since 2010.
For the past 14 years, she has been studying active faults (断层) in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and how they move. In 2021. Chevalier was presented with the Chinese Government Friendship Award in appreciation of her contributions to the development of China’s disaster assessment system of earthquake and the promotion of cooperation and exchanges between China and other countries.
Chevalier’s choice of China as a research destination was not made by chance. Her research has primarily focused on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. She had also collaborated (合作) with Chinese scientists from the beginning of her master’s program. “When they asked if I wanted to join their team after my post-doctorate, I gladly accepted and have no regrets. My fourteen years in China have provided me with a constant source of fresh personal and professional experiences,” she said, adding that her mother’s interest in Chinese culture contributed to her decision to work in the country.
Chevalier will continue to research active faults in and around Xizang actively and contribute to our understanding of how past climate developed to work towards predicting future climate change, another topic near and dear to her heart. She will accomplish this by conducting field research, sharing her findings with scientific community, teaching students who will become tomorrow’s scientists, and raising awareness among local populations about the risks they may face in their lifetime.
Chevalier’s mother went to Xizang once, realising her lifelong dreams. Chevalier keeps raising her daughter in this safe and highly international environment, Beijing. When people ask her daughter where she is from at four years old, she proudly answers, “China!” Chevalier wants to learn more about the Chinese language and culture, continue to enjoy the happiness of the Chinese people, and look forward to seeing what China achieves next!
24. What achievement did Chevalier get
A. She established the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences
B. She launched the research on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.
C. She won the Chinese Government Friendship Award.
D. She developed earthquake prediction system for China.
25. What does paragraph 3 mainly talk about
A. When Chevalier began her master’s program.
B. What Chevalier experienced in China.
C. How Chinese culture has affected Chevalier.
D. Why Chevalier bases her research in China.
26. Which of the following best describes Chevalier
A. Professional and committed. B. Sympathetic and open minded.
C. Humble and reserved. D. Innovative and self-disciplined.
27. Why does Chevalier mention her daughter in the text
A. To highlight China’s secure environment.
B. To prove her close family connections.
C. To emphasise her bond with China.
D. To advocate Chinese learning
C
No matter how you feel about it. AI is here. So, which types of jobs are most at risk What’s the best way to stay relevant
According-to a Goldman Sachs study, most jobs and industries are only partially exposed to automation and are thus more likely to be complemented (辅助) rather than replaced by AI So, which are the most endangered
Joc Apfelbaum, who teaches how to use AI through his course, says most at risk are jobs that use a process that can be done faster and cheaper with AI like forming products or filing tax returns.
Shannan Monson, a founder and educator, says the outlook is not that negative. “We didn’t stop washing our dishes just because the dishwasher was invented. We simply get to do it faster, easier, and with less effort.” Paul Canetti, a professor at Columbia Business School, says that decision-makers and people managers are safe because AI can’t motivate or relate to humans.
As AI develops, its application might not be as fast as we think. But those who are well-learned in it quickly are at more of an advantage. Canetti says there is going to be “a long period of transition (过渡期),where you can perform incredibly well at your job by taking advantage of these new tools before the average person does.”
Experts agree that distinctly human skills will remain the most valuable. Humans are uniquely qualified there and human-to-human work is going to be hardest to replace. “Focus on building your skills as a team player and a team leader” Monson says. Apfelbaum argues that it’s not just about reskilling, but rather people need to get over their fears and get complete with who they are so they can show up with all their creativity since AI does not have passion and real human creativity.
28. What may be affected most by AI
A. Managing human resources. B. Reporting taxes.
C. Making decisions. D. Releasing new products.
29. What might Apfelbaum and Monson agree with
A. We can’t stop AI controlling our life. B. We needn’t overestimate AI’s impact.
C. Adopting AI makes humans lazy. D. Employing Al in life is effortless.
30. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 5 refer to
A. AI’s outlook. B. AI’s development. C. AI’s application. D. AI’s advantage.
31. What is the function of the last paragraph
A. To discuss ways to get relevant to AI. B. To explore human emotions AI affects.
C. To present arguments AI has caused D. To exhibit AI’s creativity in workplaces.
D
I’m sure you’ve all taken some personality tests, like MBTI test or those in psychology class, that can be great for icebreaker activities but how do introversion and extroversion (内向与外向) play out in our daily lives
An introverted brain has a high automatic system reactivity which means that they are far less likely to seek out stimulation. Hence, introverts tend to be less social, avoid conflict and often process things the best when alone. Extroverts, however, draw their attention from the environment because of their brain’s low stimulation. They seek out social situations and often feel more comfortable in group settings.
Our current education system emphasizes the need for “collaborative learning”, “project-based learning” and “flipped classrooms (翻转课堂)”. In this system, introversion in students can be commonly misinterpreted by teachers as boredom or problematic issues. Furthermore, introverted students are less likely to participate in group discussions, and oftentimes feel more pressure and anxiety to become extroverted. These feelings can easily flow into other aspects of life and impact an introvert’s social and academic life.
However, there are still upsides to being an introvert. Introverts may not always thrive in the social aspects of a class, but their intense concentration and tendency to be organized and methodical can reflect further success in conventional forms of education like grades and exams. On average, more intelligent children are-found to be introverts than extroverts.
So, what can teachers do Firstly, one of the most important steps is recognizing; understanding the need to accommodate introverted students, while supporting extroverted students. For example, teachers can redefine participation. Participation shouldn’t just represent the times a student raises their hand or speaks in a discussion. Helping others, volunteering, revising work, etc. all reflect a student’s participation in the class. Besides, they can consider playing with space. Grouped desks might be great for extroverts but consider creating “quiet zones” for students willing to focus on a task or create submission boxes for introverted students to leave their discussion thought.
32. What is the cause of the difference between introverts and extroverts
A. Communication abilities. B. Attitude towards conflicts.
C. Problem processing capability. D. Brain reactivity to stimulation.
33. What does the underlined word “thrive” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Succeed. B. Emerge. C. Withdraw. D. Struggle.
34. What does the author suggest teachers do
A. Develop students’ self-management skills
B. Guide students to develop intense concentration.
C. Encourage students to participate in class debates.
D. Create an introvert-friendly learning environment.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Introverts & Extroverts: How Students React to Teaching
B. Psychology of Personality: Challenges of Being Introverted
C. Introverts & Extroverts: When Classrooms Overlook Introverts
D. Psychology of Personality: Discussions on Class Participation
第二节（共5小题：每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Stress is unavoidable in life. We all face it daily, whether it is a small inconvenience or a major life challenge. Stress negatively affects all aspects of our lives both personally and professionally. 36 So what can we do about it Here are some helpful tips to fight stress, defeat it and move on.
1. Prioritize
37 The longer you let something sit, the more it will weigh on you and take up valuable brain space.
2. Practice self-care
Here are the-key aspects to self-care that so often get forgotten：
●Drink water. Prevent tiredness, help digestion, your skin and your sleep.
●Stretch. Get oxygen flowing into your muscles before or during a stressful situation.
●Exercise regularly. Don’t let your busy schedule take priority over your health.
● 38 Read, take a bath, go for a run, listen to music, or phone a friend.
3. Communicate
Find a network of people who you can vent (宣泄) to. This is a fantastic way to reduce bringing work troubles and stress home with you. You have the opportunity to blow off the first build-up of steam.39
4. Breathe
Breathing deeply brings more oxygen into your body, producing endorphins (内啡肽). They fight with cortisol, a chemical which is a result of anxiety or stress. Did you know breathing is responsible for most of your body’s detoxification (排毒) 40 This critical part of calming yourself down allows you the space and time to focus on the problem at hand and have a quiet mind to tackle what’s ahead of you.
A. Find time for you.
B. Read and practice more.
C. Cross off the most stressful tasks first.
D. So you can go home a bit more calm and sensible.
E. In this way you can communicate with whoever you like to.
F. It can harm our bodies, our relationships and our overall quality of life.
6. It also increases energy, lowers blood pressure and slows your heartbeat.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从各题所给的Ａ、B、Ｃ和D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
A woman driving out of a car park has praised a stranger’s kindness. He 41 there was a problem with her car and pulled over to help. The touching 42 has left many saying their “faith” in humanity has been 43
The mum shared her experience on social media, 44 that she was driving out when the man 45 her car, clearly trying to send a signal.
“He shouted ‘you have a flat tyre”. 46 him immediately, I drove to the nearby 7-Eleven petrol station to pump up (打气)-the tyre... but no, it was 47 flat,” the mum said. The man and his son noticed she had a baby in the car and 48 her to the station. 49 she thought they were to fill up petrol but was 50 when they got out of the car to offer a helping hand.
“They didn’t want my baby and me to end up in a(n) 51 “ she said, “Asking me if I had a 52 wheel, Ron got it out of my car and started to change the tyre with his son.”
Saying the family were a 53 to the community, she remarked, “Society today makes many of us not want to mind other people’s 54 as you never know what would come back to bite you but today I am deeply. 55 ”
41. A. spotted B. revealed C. concluded D. forgot
42. A. idea B. expression C. act D. ceremony
43. A. lost B. restored C. exercised D. shaken
44. A. predicting B. complaining C. denying D. explaining
45. A. checked out B. got into C. pointed to D. looked after
46. A. Contacting B. Noticing C. Thanking D. Recognizing
47. A. slightly B. completely C. accidentally D. hardly
48. A. followed B. walked C. guided D. hurried
49. A. Occasionally B. Fortunately C. Eventually D. Initially
50. A. puzzled B. astonished C. amused D. panicked
51. A. accident B. mess C. conflict D. adventure
52. A. flat B. fancy C. spare D. unique
53. A. blessing B. relief C. sadness D. joy
54. A. belongings B. business C. privacy D. steps
55. A. anxious B. contented C. regretful D. grateful
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Located in Zhejiang Province in southeastern China, Qingtian County is surrounded by mountains and seems unsuitable for farming. 56 (overcome) the geographical limitations, the locals innovated the practice of raising fish in rice fields.
The rice-fish symbiosis (共生) system employs 57 sustainable model where fish consume insects and weeds, and fish waste fertilizes (施肥) the fields, 58 (achieve) double control of fertilizers and pesticides (农药). This method promotes the recycling of internal waste and 59 (reduce) the carbon footprint by 43 percent compared to conventional rice farming. It is a great example of integrating green and low-carbon 60 (principle) into modern, efficient ecological agriculture.
In June 2005. this system 61 . (include) to the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems list by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 62 was a first for both China and Asia. It has also encouraged overseas Chinese to return home to 63 (active) start businesses. In 2019, Lin Guoping returned to China from the Czech Republic to popularize the 64 (tradition) technique. He learned it from his mother, the oldest master of the technique. Yuepin Jin, who came back from France, established a rice-fish farming demonstration site and helped win both the rice and the fish national certifications as “green food” 65 their natural qualities and environmental value.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，上周你们班在清源山景区上了一堂体育课。请你给新西兰朋友Terry写一封邮件分享这次经历，内容包括：
1.你参与的活动：
2.你的感想。
注意：
1.写作词数应为80个左右：
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
I stared at the stuff my mom placed near my vegetable. Right. A whole week. She kept seven recipes, each one labelled with a day of week. Today was Meatloaf Monday. Again.
I kept complaining about the food. “Malia,” mom continued serving the twins, saying, “You are 11. You should be setting an example.”
The next day in school’s kitchen classroom, our teacher announced we would have a competition to finish off our unit on kitchen skills. An eager chatting traveled through the class.
“I’m going to win,” said Tania, “My dad’s the best cook. I’ve got talent.” Right. Tania’s dad is good at cooking. I love having supper at her house. But I also wanted to win. I thought about my talent and decided that I would practice by making supper tonight.
After school, I told mom my determination, but she was nervous. I hurried to the kitchen. Thinking about Tania’s dad’s saying - good ingredients (食材) make good meals, I took whatever I thought was good from the cupboard. Then remembering mom’s saying - health matters, I found more vegetables. I put all together in the soup pot and turned on the burner. Soon later, the stuff I cooked turned messy. The twins whispered about my failure but my mom stopped them, “Malia worked hard on this.”
After supper, as I was throwing my work in the compost (堆肥), Mrs. Benny, my neighbour, spotted me. Learning what happened, she smiled and invited me to come over to her garden.
The next day, I laboured in Mrs. Benny’s garden, picking vegetables. Together, we collected some fresh ingredients. “Touch and smell the plants. If you see something you like, place it into the bowl.” I followed that and picked out fresh potatoes and onions. She recalled how she went from getting no idea about cooking to falling in love with it. “The secret is using all your senses - sight, smell, taste, touch, hearing. Listen to your stomach. Don’t rush.” she said.
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。
泉州市2025届高中毕业班质量监测（一）
英语试题参考答案及评分标准
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
1—5 BACAC 6—10 ABCBC 11—15 BCAAB 16—20 CABCA
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）
21—25BBDCD 26—30 ACBBC 31—35 ADADC
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36—40 FCADG
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）
41—45 ACBDC 46—50 CBADB 51—55 ACABD
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. To overcome 57. a 58. achieving 59. reduces 60. principles
61. was included 62. which 63. actively 64. traditional 65. for
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【作答示例】
One possible version:
Dear Terry,
I’m writing to share with you a PE class I had at Qingyuan Mountain last week. During the class, we participated fresh outdoor activities in the scenic area.
I engaged in a hike up the mountain trails, where we enjoyed breathtaking views and fresh air. Our hiking started from appreciating the Laojun Rock to reaching the viewing platform on the hillside, with some rest halfway to admire the leaves and ancient buildings.
The experience was refreshing. Being surrounded by nature made the physical activities less tiring. And under my teacher’s guidance, we have learned to better treasure the local culture.
I hope you find this experience interesting!
Best regards,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
【作答示例】
One possible version:
Inspired by Mrs. Benny’s words, I started to practice right away. In Mrs. Benny’s kitchen, I carefully selected the materials, paying close attention to their freshness. I experimented with different combinations, adjusting the seasonings and cooking techniques based on how the materials reacted. The following days witnessed my daily efforts. By the end of the week, my dishes were improving, and I felt more confident and decided to present a noodle. During the class competition, I was surprised that my dish earned the teacher’s praises on the flavors of my presentation.
After the competition, I went home with the dish cheerfully. I placed the dish on the table with a smile, announcing what I had achieved to my family. My mom tasted the noodle and looked at me with surprise and pride. “Malia, this is wonderful! You’ve really put your heart into this,” she said. The twins enjoyed that too, and I felt a warm sense of accomplishment. My hard work had paid off, and I truly learned that cooking was not just about following recipes but about creativity, patience, and using all my senses.
泉州市2025届高中毕业班质量监测（一）英语听力部分录音稿
Text 1
W: A computer company is looking for a programmer. You can give it a try.
M: That sounds interesting. What are the requirements
W: You can check on the website.
Text 2
W: Hi there! I’m looking for a birthday gift for my niece. She’s turning 14 next month. She’s into novels.
M: Matilda by Roald Dahl is really a hit. It’s about a girl who stands up against injustice with the help of her teacher. By the way, we also offer packaging service.
W: Sounds good! Give me one copy, please.
Text 3
W: When will they arrive The train is leaving in half an hour. We can’t wait here forever.
M: It’s 9:30 already! They are supposed to be here by now. I told them to meet here by 9:15.
Text 4
M: There will be a lecture in our conference hall this Saturday morning.
W: Really Is it about the career planning for the graduates
M: I’m not sure. You can go and ask Mr. Johnson.
Text 5
M: What are you cooking It smells delicious.
W: I’m making a carrot cake.
M: Nice! I see a roast chicken, and an apple pie over there too.
W: The chicken is for dinner, and the pie is for Jeff. He has to take something to school tomorrow.
Text 6
M: Hello. City Bank. Can I help you
W: Hi. I’m calling for information on opening a savings account.
M: Have you had any accounts in our bank before
W: No, I don’t think so.
M: Then you’ll have to go in person to one of our branches and talk to a clerk there.
W: I see. Is there a bank near Brown College
M: We have one branch at 135 Dudley Road and one at 512 Kingfield Street.
W: I think I will go to the one on Dudley. Thank you.
Text 7
W: David, have you heard the news Our school volleyball team is in the finals.
M: I know. I watched the match on TV last night.
W: Do you think they were good
M: They certainly were. A group of us have decided to go and support them in the finals. Will you come along, too
W: I’m not sure. When is it
M: It’s at 3:30 on Saturday afternoon and we’ll get at the school gate at 3:00. So, are you coming
W: I am afraid not. I’ve got piano lessons at 2:30 every Saturday.
M: Can’t you have it on another day
W: But my mother has made an appointment with the teacher.
M: Come on, Lisa. This is the finals. Our school team has been working hard and they need our support.
W: Well, let me ask for my mom’s opinion first, okay
M: Once you have made a decision, just give me a call.
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W: What’s that, Brett
M: It’s my new e-book reader. I’m just downloading some new books onto it.
W: I haven’t bought one yet. I still prefer a printed book.
M: But if you haven’t tried it yet, how do you know you wouldn’t like it better, Fiona This e-book reader can store over 10,000 digital books. Imagine trying to carry an entire library from place to place.
W: I don’t usually read 10,000 books all at once and I like the look of text on a printed page.
M: Don’t worry. You can experience it on an e-book reader. You can even adjust the text size and line spacing.
W: Can I get all of the out-of-print books on my shelves in digital format
M: Well, I’m not sure.
W: Until I can, I’ll stick to my low-tech books. Let’s take our seats. The class is about to begin.
Text 9
M: Hi, Lynn. I saw you at registration yesterday. I sailed right through, but you were standing in a long line.
W: Hi, Anderson. I was signing up for a distance-learning course.
M: Well, what is it
W: It’s a course on child psychology. We need to watch a twelve-week series of televised lessons. The department shows them seven different times a day.
M: Don’t you have to meet with the professor
W: Yeah. After each part of the series I talk to her and other students on the phone about our ideas. Then we’ll meet on campus three times for reviews and exams.
M: It sounds pretty non-traditional. But it makes sense, considering how it will cut down on traffic.
W: Not only that. Last year my department did a survey and they found out that 80 percent of all psychology majors were employed. That’s why they came up with the program.
M: Doesn’t it seem impersonal I mean, I enjoy having class discussions and hearing what other people think.
W: Well, I guess that’s why phone contact is important. Anyway, it’s an experiment. Maybe I’ll end up hating it.
M: Maybe. But I’ll be curious to see how it works up.
Text 10
Lynn Colwell is an artist in Redmond, Washington. In grade school, a teacher told her she had no artistic talent and Lynn believed her. Until 2015, that is, when she retired. She started painting striking pictures of women’s faces, combined with short messages of hope. In five years, she’s completed about 1,000 paintings. Then she read about a movement called Art Abandonment, which encourages artists to leave their art in public places for anyone to pick up. That gave her the idea of putting her work into the hands of strangers through Facebook.
Lynn wanted to feel she was making a difference in the world. She was interested in living simply, protecting the environment and giving back. She wondered if her paintings could inspire others. What if she asked people to donate to their favorite nonprofit in exchange for one of her works Five years later, her paintings have raised more than $57,000 for nonprofits such as animal rescue centers, homeless shelters and for people who have lost their jobs or been struggling with medical bills. Lynn spends most of her time in her art studio – there’s painting to be done. “I wake up every day and can’t wait to get started,” she says.
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