邢台2024—2025学年第一学期第四次月考
高二年级英语试题
考试范围：选择性必修二 unit2—4
说明：1.本试卷共12页，满分150分。
2.请将所有答案填写在答题卡上，答在试卷上无效。
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，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。
1. How much did Tony pay for the book
A. $6. B. $12. C. $18.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Some students. B. A teacher. C. Teaching methods.
3. What kind of weather is normal in March
A. The hot weather. B. The dry weather. C. The cool weather.
4. Where are the speakers
A. In a library. B. In a bookstore. C. In the classroom.
5. Why does Michael take exercise
A. To get stronger. B. To lose weight. C. To relax himself.
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。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至7题。
6. Why is the man upset
A. He has to fix his car
B. He is short of money.
C. He has been too busy with work.
7. When will the speakers meet
A. At 4:00 p.m. B. At 12:30 p.m. C. At 12:00.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What did the man do just now
A. He had a history lesson.
B. He played a game.
C. He visited his cousins.
9. What makes the man surprised
A. His cousins all have their own iPad.
B. His cousins use video games to learn.
C. His cousins know little about history.
10. What is the woman worried about the kids at school
A. They ignore their textbooks.
B. They play games in the classroom.
C. They focus too much on fun instead of learning.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Moving into a new house.
B. Going out for sightseeing.
C. Having guests this weekend.
12. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Neighbors. B. Husband and wife. C. Close friends.
13. What will the man do tomorrow
A. Write an email. B. Have a barbecue. C. Do some shopping.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What does the man think of the apartment
A. It's in a crowded and noisy place.
B. It's bright, modern and very large.
C. It's a little far away from his school.
15. How will the man go to school every day
A. By bike. B. By bus. C. On foot.
16. How much does the man pay if he pays at the beginning of each month
A. $675. B. $750. C. $825.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What will Robert do in the club
A. Hold all the meetings.
B. Train the soccer players.
C. Collect fees from members.
18. Why does the club need the fees badly
A. To open another club.
B. To buy new equipment.
C. To attract more students.
19. How long has Jason worked as the head coach
A. For two years. B. For five years. C. For ten years.
20. What is the talk mainly about
A. Ways to join the soccer club.
B. Classes opened for this season.
C. Details of three club leading members.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Which fruit personality are you
In the workplace, we have to be able to deal with people who aren't like us. No one will change for you, so you just have to respect their differences. When identifying personality types, I like to talk in terms of fruit. Nobody is just one fruit, but we all have a preference. And we tend to emphasize our top two, especially under pressure. Here are some fruit personalities and how best to deal with them.
Types Introduction Management
Apple: Hard Core Apple types are direct and don't suffer fools. They are fast, logical thinkers who love to win and hate to lose control. They'll get a result at any cost, but see conflict as sport. 1. Get to the point.
2. Don't take it personally.
3. Always stand up to them.
4. Watch and learn from them.
Mango: Juicy and Messy Mango types love life and can't afford to miss a minute. They love variety because they tend to be easily distracted（注意力分散的）and naturally rule breakers. 1. Don't micro-manage.
2. Give them false deadlines.
3. Talk big picture, avoid details.
Lemon: Concentrated Lemon types love structure and order. They are worriers who like security and predictability. They excel at spotting gaps in a plan. But too many rules can also be frustrating. 1. Show your pace.
2. Listen with respect.
3. Don't surprise them.
4. Respect their need for space.
Banana: Sweet and Gentle Banana types enjoy peace and avoid conflicts. They are kind to react to others' requests. However, when they are too helpful, they can be seen as indecisive（优柔寡断的）. 1. Be nice to them.
2. Encourage regular feedback.
3. Create a positive environment.
4. Don't pressure them, motivate.
21. What do people of Mango and Lemon personalities have in common
A. They both prefer private space and strict deadlines.
B. They both serve as good ice breakers of the workplace.
C. They both dislike being restricted by too many regulations.
D. They both require frequent feedback and external motivation.
22. Who probably favors the Banana Personality
A. Adam, a patient worker who enjoys harmonious relationships.
B. Robin, an innovative thinker who is willing to face challenges.
C. Nancy, a brilliant planner who always sticks to his daily routines.
D. Jack, an open- minded leader who advocates the value of diversity.
23. Where can the passage probably be found
A. In a book review. B. In an entertainment book.
C. In an academic paper. D. In a psychology magazine.
B
For one overseas student who has been in China for over a decade, learning the moves and culture associated with Chinese martial arts（武术）has been his most valuable experience.
Souleymane Hima Oumarou, a Nigerien student at Hebei University in Baoding. Hebei Province, first came to the university in 2012 as an undergraduate, not only for an education, but also to achieve his dream of learning the Chinese martial art of kung fu. He became a fan of kung fu after watching movies starring famous martial artists such as Jackie Chan and Jet Li.
During his studies in Baoding, Oumarou joined the university's martial arts association and studied under Duan Shuxing, one of the association's instructors. Following Duan's instructions, Oumarou began to practise basic moves in 2015, including Eight Extremities Fist, or bajiquan, as well as the associated art of tai chi.
"Learning martial arts has not been easy because I was not young when I started." the 36-year-old said, adding that he was forced to overcome difficulties and make more of an effort to learn more advanced moves. As far as his instructor is concerned. Oumarou is hard-working and energetic. "He always trains hard and has made great progress in the past seven years," Duan said. So far, Oumarou has mastered multiple boxing techniques and known how to use many traditional Chinese weapons.
Apart from the skills he's learned, martial arts have brought him more. He has made many Chinese friends through learning kung fu and has been to many places around China to participate in competitions.
Oumarou is now a doctoral student and is expected to graduate this year. In the future, he plans to open a kung fu centre in Niger after he graduates, and to become an instructor and teach youngsters martial arts. He thinks that will also help him better understand the spirit of martial arts, and also become a cultural communicator between China and Niger.
24. What can we learn about Oumarou from the first two paragraphs
A. He came to China only to learn Chinese martial arts.
B. He had a terrible experience travelling around China.
C. He had a passion for kung fu after becoming an actor.
D. He went abroad to realize his dream over ten years ago.
25. Why is learning martial arts challenging to Oumarou
A. He encountered an extremely impatient instructor.
B. He had to deal with too much schoolwork every day.
C. He didn't set out to practise martial arts at an early age.
D. He took a negative attitude towards learning martial arts.
26. What will Oumarou probably do after graduation
A. He will compete in more competitions in China.
B. He will instruct children in martial arts in Niger.
C. He will travel in China together with his friends.
D. He will become an artist starring in action movies.
27. Which words can best describe Oumarou
A. Selfless and positive. B. Generous and talented.
C. Energetic and humorous. D. Determined and hard-working.
C
While rice and wheat are the two most commonly consumed cereal grains（谷物）worldwide, a study covering more than 100,000 people in northwest China has revealed that choosing rice as a main food may result in a lower risk of obesity.
Researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong University collected data from participants aged 35 to 74 who are residents of five northwestern provincial-level regions. They divided the participants into three groups. The first group eats rice as their main food, consuming it either daily or four to six times per week, while consuming wheat less than four to six times per week. The second group's main food is wheat, and the third group consumes both rice and wheat as their main food, with similar frequency.
Then the researchers compared results and found out that rice preference might be associated with a lower risk of certain obesity types in the population of northwest China. Higher wheat intake was associated with higher risks of excessive body fat and central obesity（stomach fat）in men and central obesity in women, according to the study findings published in the journal Nutrients.
According to the researchers, previous animal studies show that wheat gluten（谷蛋白）promoted weight gain by reducing heat production and energy consumption, while rice protein shows the potential for anti-obesity and triglyceride- lowering（抗肥胖和降低甘油三酯）effects. Meanwhile, rice-based dietary patterns often have more fresh vegetables, meat and fish servings. People with wheat preference in northwest China tend to eat large bowls of noodles with fewer vegetables or less meat, and sometimes even with a large amount of oil.
However, researchers noted that given the vast territory and diverse ethnic groups present in northwest China, further studies might be necessary to fully understand the regional specificity and potential hidden reasons for the observed links.
28. What do you know about the study in northwest China
A. People can eat rice to lose weight.
B. Eating rice will help you live longer.
C. Rice is the perfect choice for people who are fat.
D. Eating rice may reduce people's risk of being fat.
29. How did the researchers figure out the findings of the study
A. By offering examples. B. By referring to some data.
C. By making a comparison. D. By quoting an expert's opinion.
30. What do the previous animal studies show
A. Wheat gluten reduced weight gain by reducing heat and energy
B. Rice protein has the potential to fight obesity and lower triglyceride.
C. People often eat noodles with more fresh vegetables, meat and fish servings.
D. People who prefer wheat in northwest China tend to eat small bowls of noodles.
31. What will the researchers probably do next
A. They will carry out further studies.
B. They will promote rice as the main food.
C. They will change their research methods.
D. They will figure out the number of ethnic groups in China.
D
Deep within the Yukon, one of the most thickly wooded areas of Canada, sits a patch of land that is unlike any other forest on the planet. Instead of a canopy（树冠）of treetops spreading across the horizon, tens of thousands of signposts are placed haphazardly one on top of the other. They are all part of the Signpost Forest, the largest collection of signs from places around the world. According to the latest data, the Signpost Forest in Watson Lake, located about 10 miles north of the US-Canadian border. contains 91,000 signs from spots near and far.
The tradition began during the Alaska Highway Project in 1942, when US soldier Carl K. Lindley spent time in Watson Lake recovering from an injury. A commanding officer asked him to repair and build the directional signposts, and while completing the job, the homesick soldier added a sign that indicated the direction and distance to his hometown: "Danville, Illinois, 2,835 miles." Others followed suit, and the trend caught on. Each year, an average of 1, 000 new signs are being added to the collection. Lindley s original sign has since been lost to time. Fifty years later, in 1992, Lindley and his wife Elinor return to Watson Lake to place a replica, which is still there.
The Signpost Forest takes up a couple of acres, with huge panels snaking through the trees. There are street signs, welcome signs, signatures on dinner plates, and licence plates from around the world. There are also a lot of familial signs; for example, a grandfather will put up a sign and then years later the family will come back and try to find it. A lot of these are personal signs that people make to literally say that they are here. Though the visitor centre has wood and paints on hand to help create a sign, many people choose to bring their own signs, though illegally, by stealing a metal sign from their hometown and nailing it to one of the wood posts. The forest has grown so vast that the visitor centre no longer tries to keep a detailed list of the signs.
32. What is unique about the Signpost Forest
A. It is full of various signs.
B. It has spreading treetops.
C. It is the most thickly forest.
D. It crosses the US-Canadian border.
33. What can we learn about the first sign in the Signpost Forest
A. It remained in the Forest until 1992.
B. It was put up by an American soldier.
C. It was first put on the Alaska Highway.
D. It was brought from Lindley's hometown.
34. Which of the following is closest in meaning to the word "replica" in the second paragraph
A. list. B. trunk. C. copy. D. border.
35. What is the last paragraph mainly about
A. The origins and sizes of the signs.
B. The quantity and variety of the signs.
C. The difficulty of categorizing the signs.
D. The practice of nailing illegal signs to the posts.
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。
Many people experience culture shock when they travel to new countries and adjust to foreign cultures, which usually occurs in the first or two months. It is common and normal to have this experience. 36
Prepare ahead of time.
Preparation is key when learning how to manage culture shock. Doing some research on the new languages, cuisine, transportation and even customs before departure will help reduce uncomfortable feelings enormously. 37 Your school's study abroad office, academic advisor, and even some professional study abroad agencies will help with any questions you may have.
38
One of the best ways to alleviate culture shock is to interact with locals and learn from them. When you approach locals, like a university professor, new classmate, or even a museum tour guide, you're bound to receive a more welcoming response and learn a lot about not only their experiences, but the cultural differences between you two as well.
Take time to check in on yourself.
39 As you go through this new experience, it will help you know yourself if you're doing okay or if you need a little extra support. It will also help you catch those feelings faster and help you continue to enjoy your study abroad experience.
Stay connected with those at home.
Stay in touch with your friends and family with international messaging apps, like WhatsApp, or send them postcards as you bounce around from city to city, which will help keep you grounded as you continue your study abroad adventure and help prepare you for your return.
Culture shock is common when you are about to set out an international adventure. 40 You are bound to enjoy your time and manage the possibility of culture shock all at the same time.
A. Embrace the new culture.
B. Follow our advice and be confident.
C. Besides, rely on the resources available to you.
D. And the experience will make you that much stronger.
E. You can keep a journal to keep track of your thoughts and feelings.
F. Let's find how you can relieve the feelings associated with culture shock.
G. Let's take a closer look at some of these culture shock examples together.
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分55分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，共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。
A British friend told me he couldn't understand why Chinese people love eating sunflower seeds as a snack so much. "I've met a lot of older Chinese and many have a 41 in their front teeth: which, it's unbelievable, 42 cracking the seeds", he said.
I had never noticed the habit, but once he 43 it, I suddenly realized whenever I'm watching TV or 44 a report. I always mindlessly cracked sunflower seeds. My friend is unable to 45 why one works so much just to get one small 46 .
When we were young, the whole family would usually get together for Chinese New Year. I remember my parents would be in the 47 cooking. Out in the living room, a large table would already be 48 , complete with fancy tablecloth, ready-made dumping fillings, and dishes full of candy, fruits and sunflower seeds. I must have 49 how to crack sunflower seeds back then.
I don't think it's right to 50 one s choice in food or eating habits, no matter how 51 they may seem. Not only in China. I find people 52 have all sorts of habits when it comes to food. In Denmark, they put salted red fish on bread and eat it for dinner, no matter how much it 53 your breath. They think it's a delicacy, which is 54 to their culture. I think it's a wonderful 55 .
41. A. exposure B. slice C. crack D. peak
42. A. results from B. results in C. engages in D. differs from
43. A. recalled B. proceeded C. suspected D. mentioned
44. A. citing B. typing C. adapting D. applying
45. A. deny B. admit C. grasp D. approve
46. A. ingredient B. seed C. category D. quantity
47. A. courtyard B. kitchen C. restaurant D. mall
48. A. laid out B. set out C. put out D. cut out
49. A. learned B. anticipated C. convinced D. seen
50. A. highlight B. transform C. criticize D. revise
51. A. strange B. complex C. brilliant D. vivid
52. A. overall B. really C. alongside D. abroad
53. A. freezes B. ruins C. tricks D. attracts
54. A. devoted B. appealed C. contrary D. connected
55. A. tradition B. cuisine C. association D. recipe
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。
Shan Xinghua. a pioneer in modernizing China's railway ticketing system, 56 （award）the title "Role Model of the Times" by the Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee this month.
57 chief researcher at the China Academy of Railway Sciences Corporation, the 50-year-old Shan has devoted her 28-year career to developing and advancing China s online railway ticketing system. Her 58 （contribute）have helped to establish 12306, the world's largest real-time ticketing platform, which serves over 700 million users and handles more than 50 billion daily visits during peak periods.
Widely 59 （regard）as the "super brain" behind the 12306 platform, Shan has played 60 essential role in transforming railway ticketing from manual sales to fully digital operations 61 from station-based ticketing to a unified national network.
Today the 12306 platform can issue over 1, 000 tickets per second during peak periods, enabling users 62 （secure）their tickets in just 1.2 seconds.
Under Shan's leadership, the platform has become the primary ticketing channel for China s railway system, 63 （save）an estimated 300 million yuan yearly in ticketing costs.
Shan's expertise has extended internationally as well. Her team developed tailored ticketing systems for the China-Laos Railway 64 began operations in 2021, and the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway launched last year. Both systems were designed to accommodate local conditions and user preferences.
"Technological innovation should 65 （ultimate）serve society and improve people's lives," she said.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
假如你是李华，你的外国笔友Tom近期将来到中国留学，请你给他写一封信告知他相关事宜。内容包括：
1.表示欢迎；
2.在中国学习可能遇到的问题；
3.你的建议。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
Dear David, Looking forward to seeing you. Yours, Li Hua
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。
I entered my freshman year of high school with a clear goal: work hard, stick to whatever I could succeed at and graduate with great achievements. I wouldn't waste my time where I didn't perform as strongly. And this belief served me well. My academic awards were high. I was the star player of all the teams I joined. My friends would joke about my pursuit of perfection, but in my eyes, it was the only sure path to success.
In the second term I joined the cross-country running club. When I came to the first practice, I was filled with the desire to make the varsity（校队）team. But as the distance we ran each practice gradually increased from three, to four, to six miles, I realized that no matter how hard I tried, I was one of the slowest on the team. This realization disappointed me. And the pan in the muscles following every practice was unbearable. I wanted to quit! What was the point of putting myself through so much pain and being the slowest racer
Then we had our first cross-country race. When we got off the bus, the sight of the other teams warming up made my hands sweaty. When we started the race, I felt the enormous pressure of expectations sink onto my shoulders. It was a challenging course, consisting of a series of winding hills.
After a while I stopped running and struggled up the last hill. The steps under my feet felt as heavy as thousands of pounds, mirroring the weight of my despair. With other racers passing me, frustration washed over me. I would never win honor for my team. I'd just be letting them down.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式作答。
With every passing second, my ambition fell apart. My team's support encouraged me to move on.
邢台2024-2025学年第一学期第四次月考
高二英语试题（答案）
第一部分 听力1-5 BBCAC 6-10ABCBC 11-15CBCCB 16-20AABAC
第二部分 阅读21-23 CAD 24-27DCBD 28-31DCBA 32-35ABCB 36-40FCAEB
41-55 CADBC BBAAC ADBDA
56. was awarded 57. As 58. contributions 59. regarded 60. an
61. and 62. to secure 63. saving 64. that/which 65. ultimately
写作
应用文写作 话题对接U2 Bridging cultures
Dear David,
Thrilled to hear about your upcoming studies in China, I express my warm welcome to you.
However, there are several challenges you may encounter. Firstly, adjusting to the Chinese lifestyle can be challenging, especially with the different customs and habits. Besides, the diet might be quite different from what you're used to. Lastly, the language barrier might pose some difficulties in communication.
Here are some suggestions. Engage in local clubs to adapt to life faster. Start with milder Chinese dishes and gradually explore more. Grasp any chance to practice Chinese and expose yourself to Chinese culture. I believe you'll soon settle n and enjoy your study in China.（108w）
Looking forward to seeing you.
Yours,
Li Hu
读后续写Possible Version:
Paragraph 1:
With every passing second, my ambition fell apart. I was certain that I would cross the finish line last, confirming my fears that cross-country was not my sport. As I struggled forward, I felt defeated and ashamed. However, just as I was about to give up, I heard my coach and teammates calling my name and cheering me up in the distance. Their voice reminded me that finishing the race was an achievement in itself, regardless of the position I gained.
Paragraph 2:
My team's support encouraged me to move on. I stopped caring about my performance and ran to the final point with all my might. As I finished, lungs burning and legs aching, I was greeted by applause and smiles from my coach and teammates. Not until then did I realize my worth to the team was determined not only by how fast but by my resolve to persevere. That day, I learned an invaluable lesson: Occasionally, the victory lies not in the medals won but in the battles fought and the spirit with which we are faced.（162w）
听力原文
Text 1
W: I just bought this book in the sales. I paid only $18 for it, $6 off its original price.
M: It's really a bargain, but Tony bought the sane book for just half the original price at another store.
Text 2
W: Have you heard anything about our new English teacher People say she is very bright.
M: Well, I heard from her former students that she has great ways of teaching English. They learned a lot from her classes.
Text 3
M: Is it hot today
W: Yes, it is, I wish that it would rain and cool off.
M: Me too. This is unusual in March. I don't remember t being so hot and dry in March before.
Text 4
W: Excuse me, I really need this book for my research. Can I check it out, please
M: Sorry, books in this section cannot be borrowed. But I can find a similar book for you.
W: That's great! Thanks!
Text 5
W: Hey Michael. Where are you going
M: Nowhere special. I was just taking a walk to get a little exercise. I'm gaining weight.
Text 6
M: If I have to spend any more money on my car, I'll be so angry!
W: I saw you pass my house the other day. It looked fine then.
M: I left it parked in the snow the other day and then it wouldn't start.
W: I took a mechanics course in high school. Can I help
M: It's OK. I thought there was a big problem with the engine but I'm pretty sure it's just the battery.
W: We can take the train downtown to go to the car supply shop. I'm sure we can find you a new battery.
M: That sounds good. I've got about two hours of work to do at the office. We can go after finishing it.
W: OK, the store closes around 4:00 p. m., so let's meet in front of the train station at noon.
M: 12:30 is better. See you then! W: OK.
Text 7
M: I just came back from a visit at my uncle's, and you wouldn't believe how my cousins are learning nowadays. W: What do you mean
M: Well, they showed me a really cool game that they had on their iPad, and it was teaching them history lessons about the Mayflower.
W: Are you saying that they're using video games in the classroom
M: Yeah! What they're doing is using video games to make education fun.
W: You know, it does sound very interesting but I'm a little worried that they focus too much on entertainment and not on learning.
Text 8
W: Harry, guess what I've just received an email from Pamela. She and Peter are coming down to see us this weekend.
M: Oh, that's good news! We haven't seen them for ages.
W: Yeah. The last time we met them was at our wedding three years ago.
M: Did Pamela mention how long they would stay
W: About one week.
M: Great! I can't wait to show them around our new house.
W: Me too. We haven't had any guests since we moved in here. If the weather is fine, we can have a barbecue in the garden.
M: Good idea, I'll go to the market tomorrow to buy all the things we'll need.
Text 9
W: So Mr. Wang, here's the apartment-bright, modern and very large. What do you think
M: Yes, the area here is nice and quiet. But you know it's a little far away from our school.
W: Don't worry about that. There's very convenient public transportation available near here. It would take you less than half an hour to get to your school by bus, if you don't mind taking the bus to school every day.
M: No, I don't mind I can save a lot of money if I take the bus. So how much is the rent
W: $750 a month, a very good price for this area.
M: And when is it due
W: The last day of each month. But if you pay at the beginning of the month, I'll give you a 10% discount.
M: OK, sounds great. How about signing the agreement right now
W: Sure. OK, and you can come here to get the keys the morning before you move in.
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W: Now I'd like to introduce the leading members in the soccer club for this season. First, let me welcome Robert, the new president. He will hold all the meetings for the next two years. Robert's son has been playing football with the club for over five years now. Next, we have Gina, she's the accountant, and she will collect the fees from you for the season. Please try to give Gina your fees as early as possible in the season, as the club needs the money to buy some new equipment. Also I'd like to introduce Jason, who is the head coach. For all the new members here tonight, this is the third year that Jason has been with us as the head coach, and we are very lucky to have such an experienced coach at our club. He will continue to lead the teams for training terms and match days. If you want to know the details about your training, you can ask him after the meeting.
