福建省龙岩市一级校联盟2024-2025学年高二上学期11月期中英语 联考试题（ Word版含答案，无听力音频含听力原文）

龙岩市一级校联盟2024—2025学年第一学期半期考联考
高二英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 总分：150分）
命题人：永定一中 卢晓艳 长汀一中 孟海菱 锦山学校 范玲丹
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必用0.5毫米黑色签字笔将自己的姓名、座号、考生号、县区和科类填写在答题卡和试卷规定的位置上。
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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。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. Why did the man go to the mail room this morning
A. For a postcard. B. For a bank statement. C. For a Christmas gift.
2. What will the woman do this weekend
A. Go fishing. B. Have a barbecue. C. Work out in the gym.
3. What does the man think of riding in a driverless car
A. It’s boring. B. It’s exciting. C. It’s dangerous.
4. How is the weather now
A. Stormy. B. Windy. C. Sunny.
5. What does the woman mean
A. The project is simple. B. She is satisfied with Jack. C. Jack isn’t patient enough.
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. Where was the man on the 19th of this month
A. At school. B. At a party. C. At an art show.
7. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Classmates. C. Workmates.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. How long has it been since the speakers last saw each other
A. About six months. B. Nearly a year. C. About two years.
9. What did the woman study in college
A. German. B. English. C. Spanish.
10. Where does the conversation take place
A. Over the phone. B. At the woman’s home. C. On a campus.
听第8段材料，回答第11至14题。
11. Why does the woman give up Ridgeway House
A. It costs too much. B. It doesn’t provide meals. C. It isn’t available all year.
12. How much does a single room in International House cost
A. $130 a week. B. $150 a week. C. $175 a week.
13. Which of the following is the woman probably more interested in
A. The computer room. B. The volleyball court. C. The swimming pool.
14. What will the woman do next
A. Get the key. B. Fill in the form. C. Pay the deposit.
听第9段材料，回答第15至17题。
15. What did the man mainly do at his previous company
A. Promote the website. B. Produce digital products. C. Monitor fashion trends.
16. Why does the man want to change his job
A. To look for a friendly team. B. To seek greater development. C. To get a higher salary.
17. What might be the man’s biggest advantage for the job
A. His qualifications. B. His experience. C. His passion.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. The streets of Germany. B. The education of Germany. C. The reading culture of Germany.
19. What do we know about the free-for-all libraries in Germany
A. Readers have to return books on time.
B. Readers can exchange books for books.
C. Readers need to register to borrow books.
20. Who takes care of the public bookshelves
A. The library staff. B. The local officials. C. The volunteers.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Here are four of the U. S. ’s least crowded parks, plus what to see and do in them.
Channel Islands National Park, California
Tourists find many ways to explore this group of five wild islands off the coast of Santa Barbara. Beginner-friendly paddling trips let visitors take in abundant sea caves and wildlife, such as gray whales and sea lions. Strong currents （洋流） and shifting weather make going with a guide a smart move.
Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska
This coast-meets-mountains reserve takes wildlife watching to the next level. Use the park’s only maintained long path to the outlook over Harding Icefield for breathtaking views of this icy landscape. Along the way, keep an eye out for black bears, wolves and mountain goats. From a tour boat, look out for whales and dolphins among the waves and sea lions and seals on the beaches.
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico
Brazilian free-tailed bats are a star attraction at this park. Each year, these bats make their way back from their winter grounds in Mexico to rest in the park’s network of limestone （石灰岩） caves. August and September bring the best bat watching when the year’s babies take to the skies with their parents. Around sunset, the bats leave the caves by the hundreds of thousands to eat insects.
North Cascades National Park, Washington
Known as the “American Alps”, this park holds more than 400 miles of paths that take hikers and horseback riders to wildflower fields, old-growth forests, glacier viewpoints and remote lakes. One standout is the Desolation Peak Trail, which leads to a mountaintop cabin where Jack Kerouac, a famous 20th-century American novelist, spent a summer.
21. What’s the role of a guide in Channel Islands National Park
A. Avoiding wild animals. B. Finding the most attractive spots.
C. Managing currents and varying weather. D. Finding suitable ways to explore wild islands.
22. What wildlife might tourists see on a boat ride in Kenai Fjords National Park
A. Sea lions and seals. B. Gray whales and black bears.
C. Brazilian free-tailed bats. D. Wolves and mountain goats.
23. Which park might appeal to someone who loves literature
A. Channel Islands National Park. B. Kenai Fjords National Park.
C. Carlsbad Caverns National Park. D. North Cascades National Park.
B
“When you experience a difficult period of time, there’s nothing wrong with crying a little, but you have to soldier on,” according to late billionaire Charlie Munger. “You can cry, all right. But you can’t quit.” Munger said that challenging times are unavoidable in everyone’s life. What matters is how you deal with them and then move on.
On the surface, Munger’s life may have appeared perfect. He was a successful lawyer and investor, extremely wealthy, and he lived a long, seemingly happy life. But his struggles and sadness were intense: a divorce in his 20s, blindness in one eye as a result of failed surgery and the death of his 9-year-old son Teddy, who had leukemia （白血病）.
“Your ability to recover from struggles or disappointments, whether in your personal life or career, is essential for your success and happiness in the long run,” experts say. Often, that can mean properly feeling sad or processing your disappointment before moving forward. As Munger noted, crying can be a healthy way of doing that. It literally helps you let go of emotional suffering through the release of endorphins （内啡肽）, research shows. In contrast, repressing （压抑） those emotions can make a variety of mental and physical health problems severer.
“The iron rule of life is: Everybody struggles,” Munger said. People who have the strength to carry on are more likely to live happily, sometimes, learning a valuable lesson in the process. “It’s your only option. You can’t bring back the dead. You can’t cure the dying child. You can’t do all kinds of things,” said Munger. “You have to move forward.”
24. What does the underlined phrase “soldier on” probably mean
A. Keep going. B. Take a break. C. Stay committed. D. Be passionate.
25. What can be learned about Munger according to the text
A. He lived a life free of sadness and stress.
B. He was always successful and never failed.
C. He experienced significant personal losses.
D. He was a millionaire known for his success.
26. What does the research suggest about the role of crying during tough times
A. It is a typical sign of weakness. B. It can only be beneficial for a short time.
C. It is a helpful way to process emotional pain. D. It promotes someone’s ability to recover immediately.
27. What’s Munger’s suggestion for dealing with hard times
A. Focusing on the positive aspects of life.
B. Accepting the challenges and keeping on.
C. Seeking professional help to cope with struggles.
D. Avoiding sadness and focusing on moving forward.
C
Angus Neish dared to hope that his fine-looking cattle, raised at Rodmead Farm in Wilt-shire, would win a prize at the Royal Bath and West Show last month. The annual fair, held near Shepton Mallet, in Somerset, is England’s oldest and grandest. As well as a fiercely competitive livestock （家畜） parade, it features Morris dancing, sheep-shearing and a vintage fairground. Its pony-chariot races are second to none. Many contestants performed spiritedly before a large crowd. 100,000 turned out for some of the three-day show.
Britons love a fair. No one is sure exactly how many shows there are across the country, but at least 365 days of such rural events happen annually across the country. Roughly one in ten Britons attend them each year. It appears their popularity is rising.
In late June, it was the turn of the Royal Highland Show, near Edinburgh, where 217,000 people breaking a record set in 2019 rolled up. It is estimated that the event last year boosted nearby businesses by almost 40m ($51m).
Why do people go Nostalgia （怀旧） is evidently a draw. At Bath and West, as colored flags flapped, visitors formed queues, bought cream teas and listened as a military band played wartime hits. Rural shows also have a purpose. Many fairs were founded to spread the knowledge of new farming technology among rural populations. Some of that mission lives on.
A secondary goal is to better educate those who flood in from towns and cities—urban folk make up a decent share of those who pack the grounds. Some consumers also come armed with powerful knowledge of food supply chains as well as sometimes picky personal preferences for organic, local, animal-friendly and environmentally sound products. Laura Williams, of the Royal Welsh Show, notes that visitors are “much more invested in farming and interested in where their food comes from” than in years past.
A last purpose, naturally, is for farmers to excel against their rivals （竞争对手） in friendly competition. In this respect, Mr. Neish enjoyed an utterly successful day. In a first for Bath and West, his cattle scooped all four of the top prizes on offer in their categories. Such victories do not bring immediate, large financial rewards, but should boost the reputation of his program.
28. What do we know about the fair last month
A. It was held in the oldest city. B. It was a monthly show.
C. It witnessed high attendances. D. It had the fiercest competition.
29. What’s the purpose of the shows
A. To narrow the urban-rural gap. B. To promote wartime hit record.
C. To remove competition among farmers. D. To offer an insight into farming.
30. What will Mr. Neish gain from Bath and West
A. An opportunity to advertise. B. An instant and large profit.
C. A marketing strategy. D. An academic reputation.
31. Which of the following is the best title for the text
A. Farm products: sweeping British B. Rural shows: victors’ stage
C. Masses of farmers: true winners D. Fun of the fair: gaining popularity
D
The maker of ChatGPT recently announced its next move into generative artificial intelligence. San Francisco-based OpenAI’s new text-to-video generator, called Sora, is a tool that instantly makes short videos based on written commands, called prompts.
Sora is not the first of its kind. Google, Meta and Runway are among the other companies to have developed similar technology. But the high quality of videos displayed by OpenAI—some released after CEO Sam Altman asked social media users to send in ideas for written prompts surprised observers.
A photographer from New Hampshire posted one suggestion, or prompt, on social media. The prompt gave details about a kind of food to be cooked, gnocchi （意大利团子）, as well as the setting, an old Italian country kitchen. The prompt said, “An instructional cooking session for homemade gnocchi, hosted by a grandmother, a social media influencer, set in a rustic （土气的） Tuscan country kitchen.” Altman answered a short time later with a realistic video that showed what the prompt described.
The tool is not yet publicly available. OpenAI has given limited information about how it was built. The company also has not stated what imagery and video sources were used to train Sora. At the same time, the video results led to fears about the possible moral and social effects.
The New York Times and some writers have taken legal actions against OpenAI for its use of copyrighted works of writing to train ChatGPT. And OpenAI pays a fee to The Associated Press, the source of this report, to license its text news file. OpenAI said in a blog post that it is communicating with artists, policymakers and others before releasing the new tool to the public.
The company added that it is working with “red teamers”, people who try to find problems and give helpful suggestions, to develop Sora. “We are working with red teamers-express in areas like misinformation and hateful content—who will be adversarially （对抗地） testing the model,” the company said. “We’re also building tools to help detect misleading content such as a detection classifier that can tell when a video was generated by Sora.”
32. What makes Sora impressive
A. Its rapid development. B. Its remarkable video quality.
C. Its moral and social influence. D. Its written commands and prompts.
33. What’s the writing purpose of paragraph 3
A. To give a definition. B. To make a comparison. C. To introduce a topic. D. To present an example.
34. What can we infer from the text
A. The public has access to the tool easily.
B. Some disagreements over Sora have arisen.
C. Much information has been given on how Sora was built.
D. Open AI have been approved for using copyrighted works.
35. What is the author’s attitude towards Sora
A. Objective. B. Subjective. C. Doubtful. D. Critical.
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。
Why is a compliment （称赞） so powerful One of the most important things to humans is to feel valued and respected by others, says Vanessa Bohns, a social psychologist, who has researched compliments. 36 With that in mind, we asked her to share some of her favorite compliments.
“You handled that situation so well.”
Bohns recently used her favorite compliment when she saw a server address a difficult situation with a customer at the bar. “I like it so much because you use it in anxious moments where the other person is often unsure of whether they handled a situation OK,” she says. 37 Give your compliments generously. People sometimes worry that they’re going over and will start to sound insincere. That concern is unfounded.
“ 38 ”
This compliment—one of Bohns’ favorites—works well among romantic partners and close family members. “It’s a beautiful way to stress how their presence turns life into something meaningful, despite boring routines of our everyday lives,” she says. If you’re afraid that giving a compliment like this will feel strange, you’re not alone. 39 If it makes you personally feel like the bar is lowered for you to give a compliment if you write it down, or if you practice saying it out loud or giving your pet cat the compliment first, do that.
“Hey, great dress!”
Feel free to compliment strangers. In Bohns ’research, students on a college campus were told to approach a stranger of the same gender and compliment them about, for example, their nice shirt. Before heading out, the study participants tended to underestimate their positive effect while overestimating how annoying it would be. Across all contexts, strangers are more likely to be pleased than confused. Plus, who knows 40
A. Respect is vital when you deliver compliments.
B. You make even ordinary moments feel extraordinary.
C. One way to overcome this fear is to do a practice run.
D. In situations that call for a compliment, don’t hesitate.
E. You bring out the best in people when giving a compliment.
F. You might make a new friend in addition to making someone’s day.
G. She holds that people feel better after giving and receiving a compliment.
第三部分 语言运用 （共两节，满分30分）
第一节 （共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Max Han is contributing to bringing about environmental change through Youths United For Earth (YUFE). When he was 19, he 41 the grass-roots organization with his friend, Nurfatin Hamzah. The group’s aim is to create a 42 planet.
Now 22, Han is a graduate student in environmental science at Yale University. He 43 in Malaysia, an Asian country. Recently I spoke with him about the 44 behind his environmental efforts. Their YUFE began, he said, with an important 45 : People are more motivated to seek change when they learn about 46 environmental issues. For example, Han noticed that many young Malaysians, aware of the 47 to polar bears, took appropriate actions.
48 , they knew little about deforestation （毁林） in Malaysia, whose effects he witnessed growing up. “We need to start localizing our climate narratives （叙述） since people are especially 49 to act upon issues that are familiar to them,” Han told me. “They’ll 50 to save the things they love.”
YUFE’s mission is to 51 kids about environmental challenges and inspire collective action. Han emphasizes the vital role young people, including himself, play in 52 climate change. “Whatever we 53 in experience,” he said, “we make up for in passion.”
This year, Han was awarded the Diana Award for his efforts. He has set up a program for young people 54 to careers in environmental science. Han is 55 of the necessity to protect the planet for future generations.
41. A. joined B. promoted C. founded D. expanded
42. A. larger B. better C. heavier D. smoother
43. A. grew up B. broke up C. showed up D. cheered up
44. A. result B. confusion C. principle D. inspiration
45. A. policy B. agreement C. observation D. assessment
46. A. global B. artificial C. local D. virtual
47. A. threat B. approach C. attachment D. response
48. A. Instead B. However C. Gradually D. Similarly
49. A. likely B. unwilling C. grateful D. worthy
50. A. refuse B. prefer C. pretend D. fight
51. A. ask B. interview C. educate D. bother
52. A. addressing B. causing C. showing D. making
53. A. obey B. lack C. teach D. forget
54. A. opposed B. exposed C. addicted D. devoted
55. A. informed B. warned C. reminded D. convinced
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。
Facial makeup is a painting on the faces of Chinese opera actors used for makeup and plastic arts during stage performance. Facial makeup and costumes are two distinguished 56 (characteristic) of Peking opera. The audience can know what kind of character the role is from the colors and patterns.
Red faces, generally speaking, have a positive meaning symbolizing the brave, upright and wise men. Black faces usually have a neutral （中性的） meaning, 57 (represent) the just men and uprightness. Blue and green ones also have neutral meanings 58 symbolize the hero or some kind of evil leaders. Meanwhile, yellow and white ones represent the tricky men 59 negative meanings such as acts of dishonesty. Good-natured people are painted with relatively simple colors while the makeup of doubtful characters, such as robbers, evil persons and alike, 60 (bear) complex marks.
Costumes of Peking opera 61 (base) mainly on the official and civilian costumes of the Ming Dynasty style, with the frequent use of deep red, green, yellow, white, black and blue. The rules for costumes are strictly grounded on rank, 62 (occupy) and life style, and there are costumes specially 63 (make) in different colors and designs for each role.
There is no doubt that it is 64 (true) and undoubtedly the most precious treasure of Chinese culture. It represents 65 wisdom and creativity of generations, carrying with it a profound historical and cultural connotation （内涵）.
第四部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
本学期，你校新开设了一门课程——“英语歌曲赏析”。请你写一篇短文向校英文报投稿，内容包括：
1. 课程介绍；
2. 你的评价。
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。
English Song Appreciation Course
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。
It was on the warmth of a summer day. After finishing the spring semester at high school, my cousins and I had two months to rest and go somewhere. A beach trip in the summer was always a sparking idea for us who lived far away from the beach. Hence, my cousins and I made a plan to go to Fort Walton Beach in Florida because we heard Florida has the most amazing beaches. The trip was such an unforgettable vacation for me with mixed emotions. Sometimes, when I recall, everything seems to have just happened yesterday.
We were very excited about this trip because this was the first chance for us to go out of Texas. We prepared and packed up everything about three weeks before the day of departure. We drove straight to Florida and arrived at Walton Beach in the evening.
The instant we got out of the car, I went to check in two rooms. My cousins went straight to the beach to find a place to go fishing. I stayed behind and got my things settled in since I don’t like fishing. After unpacking, I called a taxi to take me to them. Night fell down completely by the time I got there. The cool wind covered my body when I walked on a bridge where my cousins were fishing. They didn’t notice me because they were so concentrated on fishing. I ended up leaving them behind because I started to get bored and went down to the beach. Suddenly, far from the beach, I heard someone yelling, “Help, help me!” I looked around shocked and tried to determine where the sound was coming from about a half mile away from me. I saw something rising out of the surface. It looked like a person and she was about to sink into the water, fighting to stay up.
For a second, I really did not know what I should do instead of just standing there with surprise. Thoughts inside my mind were going crazy because I wanted to save her, but my consciousness did not allow me to do that because I was not skilled at swimming.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
However, only with seconds of hesitation, I looked around and saw a life jacket. Exhausted, we laid our bodies on the sand.
龙岩市一级校联盟2024—2025学年第一学期半期考联考
高二英语参考答案
第一部分 听力理解
1—5 BCABC 6—10 CABAA 11—15 CBABA 16—20 BCCBC
第二部分 阅读理解
21—23 CAD 24—27 ACCB 28—31 CDAD 32—35 BDBA
36—40 GDBCF
第三部分 语言运用
第一节 完形填空
41—45 CBADC 46—50 CABAD 51—55 CABDD
第二节 语法填空
56. characteristics 57. representing 58. which/ that 59. with 60. bears
61. are based 62. occupation 63. made 64. truly 65. the
第四部分 写作
第一节
One possible version:
English Song Appreciation Course
This term, our school has launched an English Song Appreciation course for the students, which is a refreshing addition to our curriculum.
Scheduled for every Friday afternoon, the course features a variety of English songs, ranging from classic works to contemporary ones. By engaging in interactive discussions about the background and the emotions conveyed, we are able to explore the profound depths of the English songs.
The English Song Appreciation course has undoubtedly been a highlight of this term. Not only has it helped us gain a deep insight into the vast world of western music, but also inspired a newfound passion for English learning within us. (107 words)
第二节
One possible version:
However, only with seconds of hesitation, I looked around and saw a life jacket. I put on the life jacket and jumped into the water without delay. The sea was rough, and the waves kept crashing over me, making it hard to swim towards the girl. I could feel my strength draining away, but I pushed on, determined to save her. When I finally reached her, I grasped her hand firmly. It took all my effort to pull her up and keep her head above the water. I did all I could to bring her to the shore.
Exhausted, we laid our bodies on the sand. The girl looked at me with gratitude in her eyes and said, “Thank you so much for saving my life. I can’t imagine what I would have ended up without your help.” I smiled and replied, “It’s okay. I’m just glad I could help.” Then, I heard the sound of waves rushing to the sh ore and the water was running up on the sand, filling in the gaps of my toes. It was not until I experienced this event that I realized I should learn to swim well, not only to keep myself safe but also to help others. (183 words)
听力文稿
Text 1 (35词） 归还失物
M: Hi, Lucy, here’s your postcard! I happened to find it this morning when looking for my bank statement in the mail room.
W: Many thanks, Jim! It’s a Christmas gift from my best friend.
Text 2 (38词） 要去健身
M: Shall we go fishing this weekend
W: Sounds fun, but Francis has invited me to go to the gym.
M: Come on. We can have a barbecue after fishing.
W: Well, I have to lose some weight.
Text 3 (32词） 无人驾驶车
W: Do you think technological development may threaten your job, especially the driverless car reported recently
M: Well, the driverless car may be safer, but it’ll take away the fun of driving.
Text 4 (42词） 天气
M: Fancy a game of table tennis if the sun comes out in a little bit
W: Really The ball will get blown about all over the place in this weather!
M: You’re right. I think we may have a storm later.
Text 5 (36词） 评价杰克
W: Jack has some of the qualities, but he’s not exactly what we need.
M: What do you mean
W: For this project, we need someone who is just as tough, but a lot more patient.
Text 6 (94词） 参加艺术展
W: Hey, Jim. I didn’t see you at Jing’s party on the 19th.
M: The 19th I was at Art Hong Kong that day.
W: What’s that
M: It was a modern art exhibition lasting four days. My school was invited to enter the Xiling Cup, a painting competition for young people. My work was one of the 80 pieces chosen. So, my parents took me to see it!
W: Wow!
M: It was so cool. The theme was “Tradition and Modernity”, and there were art classes, lectures, and forums. It really inspired me.
Text 7 (125词） 电话闲聊
M: Hi, Connie, I haven’t seen you for ages. How have you been
W: Not too bad, Dennis. It has been a long time, hasn’t it It must be almost two years.
M: No. We talked on Christmas Eve at Leo’s house last December. Don’t you remember
W: That’s right. Time flies! Christmas is coming again.
M: Well, how are you Still working at Harvard University
W: Yes, but I transferred from the German Department to the Spanish Department.
M: Don’t tell me you speak Spanish, too
W: Sure, I’m English but I grew up in Spain. You know, German was what I studied in college... Oh, someone is knocking at the door. I’ll talk to you later, Dennis. Don’t hang up.
M: OK.
Text 8 (187词） 想搬宿舍
W: I’d like to move into a college room. Can you tell me a bit about what’s available
M: Certainly. We have two blocks for women students . The first is Ridgeway House. Well, I’m afraid it is closed in the summer, but not in the winter vacation.
W: I need somewhere for the whole year.
M: International House may suit you better. It’s quite cheap, $130 a week to share a room or$150 for a single room. Food is not included in the price.
W: I’d like to have a single room.
M: There’re a few singles still available. But you’ll have to make up your mind soon, as it is popular. You see, there’s an outdoor swimming pool for the warmer months and an all-weather volleyball court.
W: I think I’m probably more interested in having access to a computer.
M: No problem. There’s a computer room in the basement.
W: Sounds great. What do I need to do now
M: Please fill in this application form. The fee is $25, which you pay now, and a further$100 deposit when you get the key.
Text 9 (190词） 面试
W: Good morning, Mr. Brown. What responsibilities did you handle at your company
M: Since my company was in the education field, we mainly focused on digital marketing —using various tools and techniques to promote our website. I also provide regular reports on the team’s performance and provide insights if there are any new trends in the world of digital marketing. That way, I can ensure that my team is up-to-date with the current trends and they can plan their work accordingly.
W: Sounds impressive. It seems like you already have a good job. So why do you want to work with us
M: Yes, and the salary is satisfactory, but I feel like I have reached my ceiling at my previous company.
W: Why do you think you would be a good fit for our company
M: First, I have the qualifications and experience necessary for this job. Then, my passion. I’d say my biggest driving force to join your company is my passion for this line of work.
W: Great. Many people became less enthusiastic after working for several years. That’s actually what our company cares about most.
Text 10 (155词） 德国的街头阅读文化
W: When you walk on the streets of Germany, you feel you are surrounded by books. In Germany, public bookshelves are lined across the nation on street corners, in city squares, and in supermarkets. In the free-for-all libraries, people can take whatever they want to read and leave behind anything they want to leave for others. There’s no need to register, no due date, and you can take or give as many as you want. This project is aimed at anyone who likes to read without regard to age or education. Each shelf holds around 200 books and it takes about six weeks for all the old titles to be replaced by new ones. The public bookshelves are usually cared for by local volunteer groups. Germans think they should make it easy for everyone to enjoy reading in this “reading culture on the street”. They are planning to put up more shelves in the future.