英语期中模拟
第一部分 听力（满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1. How is the weather now？
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Snowy.
2. Where is the library？
A. On Green Street. B. Opposite a museum. C. Across from a flower shop.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about？
A. Their children. B. A social issue. C. A traditional festival.
4. Who is the woman probably talking to？
A. Her co-worker. B. A repairman. C. Her brother.
5. What will the woman probably do next？
A. Put on the gloves. B. Go back home. C. Buy new gloves.
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、7题。
6. Why does the woman talk to Tom？
A. He has been late recently.
B. She isn＇t content with his grades.
C. She wants to help him move house.
7. How does Tom probably sound in the end？
A.Tired. B. Relieved. C. Ashamed.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. When does the conversation take place？
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
9. Why does the woman refuse the invitation？
A. She has to take exams.
B. She has a terrible headache.
C. She has another appointment.
10. What does the man suggest the woman do？
A. Have a physical exam. B. See a doctor. C. Take some medicine.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why does Tomas call Mary？
A. To put off an appointment.
B. To confirm an appointment.
C. To inform her of his lateness.
12. How does Tomas go to the destination？
A. On foot. B. By taxi. C. By car.
13. What is Mary going to do next？
A. Have a meal with others.
B. Continue to wait for Tomas.
C. Go to the Greenfield Bridge.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What＇s the relationship between the speakers？
A. Friends. B. Mother and son. C. Husband and wife.
15. What has the woman been thinking about？
A. Whether to change the job.
B. Whether to go back to work now.
C. How to balance her work and life.
16. Which word can best describe the man？
A.Selfish. B. Considerate. C. Humorous.
17. What is the woman＇s final decision？
A. Look after Max. B. Look for a new job. C. Give up the job offer.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How long has Mananne Krutsch been learning Chinese？
A. 14 years. B. 13 years. C. 11 years.
19. What does Miriam Mitchell plan to do next year？
A. Work in China. B. Travel to China. C. Study Chinese fashion.
20. What makes students study Chinese for long according to Ji Xiang？
A. Their interest in Chinese culture.
B. Their love for classmates and teachers.
C. Their expectations of future opportunities.
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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
American Museum of Natural History was made for explorers and adventurers-it was made for people like you， with a passion for science and a love for discovery. Here is the general information about it:
Open daily: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Closed: Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Ticketing
All tickets must be reserved online in advance of your visit.
Pay-What-You-Wish Admission
Facial coverings are strongly recommended for all visitors ages 2 and up.
Please note that same-day reservations and certain time openings may be unavailable due to limited capacity.
Museum Members: Sign in to your profile before reserving tickets to access member pricing.
Address
200 Central Park West
New York， NY 10024-5102
Entrances and Exits
Visitors can enter and exit at the accessible entrances on Rose Center for Earth and Space or Columbus Avenue at Gilder Center.
For priority access， members and their guests can use the member entrance at Central Park West and 79th Street.
School groups arriving by subway can enter from the 81st Street B/C station.
Accessibility
The museum is committed to ensuring that its facilities exhibitions， and services are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities Caregivers accompanying visitors with disabilities receive free museum admission.
Ticketed Exhibitions
To buy admission tickets， select the number of tickets. plus a date and time of entry. You will have the option to add Ticketed Exhibitions during the checkout process.
All Ticketed Exhibitions are free for members.
21. What must you do if you want to visit the museum？
A. Sign in to your profile. B. Make advance payments.
C. Book tickets online beforehand. D. Wear self-protection equipment.
22. Which entrance is convenient for a school group arriving by subway？
A. Central Park West at 79th Street. B. The 81st Street B/C station.
C. Columbus Avenue at Gilder Center. D. Rose Center for Earth and Space.
23. What can we learn about the museum from the text？
A. No entry is for kids under age two.
B. Members have access to it on Christmas.
C. Caregivers of disabled visitors are admitted free.
D. Visitors have to include Ticketed Exhibitions in their visits.
D. Visitors have to include Ticketed Exhibitions in their visits.
B
In January， 2021， the life of the 17-year-old high school student Mason Branstator took an unexpected turn. Skiing down a hill he had been on countless times， he hit a jump too fast. When waking up in the intensive care unit， he learned from the doctor he was left with a severely broken back， which would significantly impact his lower body functions.
Despite being told that he might never walk again， Mason＇s unbending optimism and determination have fueled his extraordinary journey of recovery and self-discovery. Following his accident， Mason entered a health recovery center at Craig Hospital， Colorado. There he was surrounded by others on similar paths， which， coupled with his positive outlook， played a crucial role in his recovery. Mason＇s journey was not just about regaining physical strength but also about overcoming mental barriers. Through willpower， he began to walk again， proving that the impossible could be made possible.
Mason＇s newfound viewpoint on life led him to try activities that he once thought were beyond his reach. From surfing and rock climbing to competing in triathlons， he rediscovered parts of himself. He documented his adventures online， which ended up as a source of inspiration for millions worldwide.
＂It all started with me just wanting to find more people like me I could connect with and talk through all the hard things I was going through，＂said Mason. ＂And it turned into what inspired millions of people around the world， an incredible thing -I didn’t even intend for it to.＂ Mason＇s story strikes the heartstrings of people， not merely for the physical goals he has achieved but for the message of hope and determination he represents. He challenges what it means to live with a disability and redefines the boundaries of what is possible， inspiring millions to do the same. Alongside the communities he has built online， and the one he already has-his supportive family， he has no intention of slowing down.
24. What was the turning point in Mason＇s life？
A. His sightseeing tour. B. His first attempt at skiing.
C. A sports-related accident. D. A chance encounter with a doctor.
25. What matters most for Mason＇s recovery apart from his positive outlook？
A. The comfort from his family. B. The company of those like him.
C. Donations from kind-hearted people. D. Advanced medical instruments.
26. What was Mason＇s initial intention of sharing his story online？
A. To appeal for more attention. B. To showcase his survival skills.
C. To motivate like-minded souls. D. To seek connection and understanding.
27. What can we learn from Mason＇s story？
A. Practice makes perfect. B. Better late than never.
C. Action speaks louder than words. D. Where there’s a will， there is a way.
C
Jumbo Supermarket is tackling shoplifting by laying hands on new technology: Artificial Intelligence（AI）. Smart cameras， equipped with software from French company Veesion， detect questionable behaviour and help report thieving from shops. With 100 million euros lost to shoplifters last year， Jumbo is starting a trial in its own shops this week.
The smart AI technology uses complicated software connected to the existing cameras and security network through the Internet. It then automatically monitors all the cameras at the same time for potential shoplifting activity. The technology is not faultless， but it significantly increases the chances of being caught. When a customer puts a product in his pocket or bag， the smart camera notices and reports it. This ensures that shoplifters can be caught in the act.
At Jumbo＇s supermarket in Hengelo， Netherlands， 47 cameras have been fitted. AI is also being applied at other Jumbo locations. The cameras are strategically placed to identify questionable behaviour as effectively as possible. The system doesn＇t actually label people as
thieves； rather， it reminds the staff to check on those people as they might steal things. Sometimes the system raises an unjustified alarm. Nevertheless， it has proved a valuable tool for staff.
More than 110 supermarkets in the Netherlands have already used Veesion＇s technology. According to the Personal Data Authority， supermarkets are allowed to use such technologies，provided they can properly justify why it is necessary.
The use of AI in stories is not just limited to stealing prevention. Globally, various AI technologies are being used to improve the shopping experience and take full advantage of business processes. Also， shops use them for customized marketing. Michaels Stores， for example， a shop selling handmade goods， uses AI to tailor its advertising to each customer，which makes them feel more engaged and more likely to receive special offers that suit them. The company has created a system that helps create advertising copy and understands which messages work best for different types of customers.
28. On getting an alarm from the system， what should shop staff do？
A. Arrest the suspect. B. Find out the truth.
C. Make an emergency call. D. Preserve photographic evidence.
29. On what condition is Veesion’s technology permitted in supermarkets？
A. They can prove it reasonable to use.
B. They stop reporting thieving to the police.
C. They can indicate it isn’t meant for thieves.
D. They’ve suffered massive shoplifting losses.
30. What does the underlined word ＂tailor＂mean in paragraph 5？
A. Equalize. B. Promise. C. Personalize. D. Teach.
31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text？
A. AI: End of Stealing B. Benefits and Drawbacks of AI
C. Can AI Dominate Us？ D. Jumbo Uses AI to Fight Shoplifting
D
Imagine waking up one morning to find your smartphone missing. You can no longer get guided to work, order your coffee, or connect with friends. For most of us, it is a nightmare（噩梦）. But it should not be exactly far-fetched.
Despite being more digitally connected than ever, we are lonelier and more anxious. Anxiety rates increased by 25% globally. Depression now affects over 280 million people worldwide. All of this is due to our growing dependence on social media and smart technologies designed to offer quick relief but often at the expense of deep, meaningful engagement, which may further cause our loss of something easy to be ignored.
While these conveniences offer short-term relief, they may weaken our thinking skills. For example, GPS has undeniably transformed how we travel. But a 2020 study found that frequent GPS users struggle more with self-guided navigation. Over time, those who depended more on GPS showed a sharp decline in spacial memory and problem-solving skills. However, reducing dependence on these conveniences can lead to discomfort. In seeking comfort today, we might be trading away some discomfort.
That is the problem: the very discomfort we avoid is often what strengthens us. Viewing stress, a kind of discomfort, as a challenge rather than a threat leads to better outcomes. Research shows that mild stress can enhance adaptability. Neuroscience（神经科学） reveals that neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to form new connections—is enhanced through challenging experiences. This adaptability is crucial for developing resilience, （抗逆力）, a process fueled by both mental challenges and active effort.
But this doesn't mean we should reject comfort entirely; it's to balance it with intentional discomfort. Think of it as “microdosing hardship”—a series of small, manageable difficulties that keep our mental and emotional muscles strong, such as writing with a pen, or washing dishes by hand. These small acts are enough to reawaken the resilience we've buried under layers of ease. So, the next time you feel the pull of ease, pause. Ask yourself: Is this momentary comfort helping me grow or is it keeping me stuck Choosing discomfort isn't easy, but sometimes, it's worth it.
32. What does the underlined word “far-fetched” in Paragraph 1 probably mean
A. Possible to change. B. Certain to function.
C. Unlikely to be settled. D. Unable to be accepted.
33. What may digital conveniences cause according to the text
A. The fast but worthless relief. B. The meaningful engagement.
C. The loss of thinking capacity. D. The lack of necessary comfort.
34. Which is a real-life application of “microdosing hardship”
A. Taking the stairs instead of the lift. B. Ordering take-out food after work.
C. Exploring a new city by using GPS. D. Writing an email using voice-to-text.
35. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. GPS: the invisible cost of convenience
B. Stress: the main cause of brain damage
C. Discomfort: a hidden source of resilience
D. Smartphones: barriers to human progress
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。
How to Achieve Your Dreams
If you’re in a position where you want to achieve your dreams, but you’ve lost your way, you’re not alone. ____36____ If you’d like to give yourself another chance, there are a few key considerations you’ll want to make.
Mindset
If you’re prone (倾向) to negativity, it’s not uncommon. It’s easy for people to pick up on negativity and spread it. Be very intentional about the development of a positive mindset. Whether you choose to watch motivational films, or read inspirational books, work on developing a positive mindset. ____37____
Environment
When you’re looking to fulfill a dream, the environment is so critical. Pay attention to the people within your environment. If your friends wake up late, hang out a lot and avoid responsibilities, it’s only a matter of time before they try to get you to do the same thing. ____38____ Focus on the goal-oriented tasks you’re called to.
Tools
____39____ If your dream is to open up a fashion store, you’ll want to start doing research to learn more about the industry. You can purchase a few books and courses to gain a better understanding of how you’d like to approach your business model. You might need to purchase storage space or a small office space to hold all of your merchandise (商品). These details might seem small, but you’ll want to prepare for all of your expenses.
Discipline
In order to achieve any worthwhile dream, you’ll have to develop a high level of discipline.
When you’re disciplined, you’ll sit down to complete a task without giving in to your emotions. ____40____ Develop a habit of producing excellence at all times. When you’ve developed that muscle, you’ll create a name for yourself as someone who’s reliable, committed and dependable.
A. Take a detailed look at the goals you have.
B. When you don’t feel like working, you still get it done.
C. Therefore, limit the amount of time you spend with them.
D. It’s one of the most desired qualities to become a model.
E. There are plenty of people who give up on dreams in the process.
F. Think about the tools for packaging such as tape, boxes and bubble wrap.
G. You’re more likely to achieve your dreams when you’re positive through challenges.
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。
Praying for Bea
I suddenly woke up in the middle of the night with Bea on my mind. I could not seem to ____41____ her name or her face from my thoughts so I decided to pray for her. I had no idea why but I knew that I should pray.
Bea had been my son’s ____42____ writing teacher three years earlier. We were just acquaintances (相识). I didn’t understand why I had such a strong ____43____ to pray for her.
The next morning, I had my usual Bible study group to ____44____. It was at the church where my son had attended kindergarten.
When I arrived early and entered the meeting room, a friend called out to me to see this woman who had to decide whether or not to ____45____ a heart transplant. She needed it badly, but her husband had just ____46____ and she worried about who would raise her four young boys if she didn’t ____47____ it through the transplant.
The woman was Bea. In shock, I told my friend, “I have been ____48____ for her all night.”
I had no idea that Bea had been on the waiting list for a heart transplant at UCLA, looking out a window at Bea sitting in her car making that ____49____.
I have often wondered since that night how many other people might also have had the same wake-up call to pray for Bea.
Bea decided to get the _____50_____. She told me later that she had asked God if He could please make that transplant last for ten years so that she could raise the boys before it _____51_____
God answered her prayers and the new transplanted heart _____52_____ eleven years. This brought the ages of her sons to eighteen through twenty-eight years of age. They were well past the age of needing to be _____53_____.
Bea received yet a second heart transplant and is _____54_____ doing very well, enjoying her family and her grandkids. And the _____55_____ is that we ended up becoming good friends!
41. A. shake B. have C. get D. bring
42. A. high school B. primary school C. college D.kindergarten
43. A. envy B. sympathy C. urge D. belief
44. A. go B. attend C. prepare D. skip
45. A. undergo B. relieve C. cease D. examine
46. A. stopped B. retired C. injured D. died
47. A. sustain B. restore C. make D. refresh
48. A. praying B. criticizing C. thinking D. starving
49. A. policy B. guarantee C. decision D. plan
50. A. favour B. examination C. transplant D. guidance
51. A. turned down B. wore out C. stressed out D. gave off
52. A. refreshed B. submitted C. invested D. lasted
53. A. arisen B. raised C. risen D. cared
54. A. currently. B. frequently C. repeatedly D. tightly
55. A. motive B. bonus C. comfort D. expectation
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。
ChangYu Wine Company， the largest and oldest wine producer in China，56___________（locate）near the port of Yantai in Shandong Province. It was established by Zhang Bishi，an extraordinary industrialist considered as one of the wealthiest self-made 57.________（figure）of the time.
Bishi initially imported 2000 vines（葡萄藤） from America， which were 58._________（entire）unused to the new environment and died. Once more， 640，000 vines were imported from Europe with 30 percent of vines surviving. Three years later， wild grapes were then sourced from northeast China and transplanted onto the European rootstocks. They successfully 59.______（bear）fruit.
In 1905， Changyu completed 60.________ was then Asia＇s largest underground wine cellar(酒窖）， and later opened for business. In 1915， Changyu＇s brandy rose wine won four gold medals at the Panama Pacific International Exposition，61._______（gain）the first international recognition of Chinese wine. Devoted to continuous trial and 62.___________（innovate）， Changyu＇s founder managed to develop a greater variety of grape-Cabernet Gernischt in 1931， which remains China’s only internationally 63._________（recognize）variety of grape for wine production.
Later, using Cabernet Gernischt as the main material, Changyu produced a red wine with a totally different flavor. ____64____ (give) it a stylish name, then Changyu manager created a translation of cabernet — Jie Bay Na, drawing on the Chinese proverb “All rivers flow into the sea”. Since 1937, Changyu has been using “cabernet” _____65_____ a registered trademark.
Today ChangYu Wine Company, with its wine well received both at home and abroad, is moving ahead for a better future.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是校英语社团负责人李华，计划开展新一轮的社团招新活动，请在校英文报
上登一则通知，内容包括：
1.社团活动介绍；
2.招新要求。
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。
Notice
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
English Club
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。
The boiling hot sun beamed onto us as we walked out for the state-cup finals. The mix of excitement and nervousness created tension in the air as everyone walked out onto the football field. I could feel my heart pounding everywhere in my body as both teams lined up.
Starting midfield, like always. 90-minute game, like always. But this was the most extraordinary stage we’ve ever played on. All parents of us were invited to watch the match. As we got ready for kickoff, fear took over my body. Coach says confidence is the biggest part of the game, but for me, it’s my biggest enemy.
My thoughts were interrupted as the high-pitched whistle stabbed my ears, and the game began. The ball came straight to me. I drove forward, slipped around a defender (后卫), and lost it. On the very next play, I gave it straight away again. I could feel my confidence just seeping away. I told myself I wouldn’t lose it again.
“Come on, Aidan, keep the ball!” shouted Griffin, my teammate. It wasn’t mean or anything. We’ve known each other for years and played together for a long time. But it was not helping. I just played it safe next time and passed it back. Barely even on target, I was losing it. I could feel our coach, Caden’s eyes burning into the back of my head.
“Aidan, stay out wide on the start and get up that field. You’ve done it before, it’s coming to you on this kickoff. Use your speed.” once again shouted Griffin. But I didn’t feel fast enough. I felt like there were rocks tied to my ankles when I ran.
The whistle blew twice for halftime. The score was still 0-0. It was a bad game on our part, sun peeked through my hair into my eyes. My mouth was as dry as a desert.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按下列格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“Are you OK ” Griffin passed me a bottle of water._________________________
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Exchanging a high-five with the coach, we walked back onto the field.____
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附加题
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。
Chinese Medicine Food
Medicine food is a unique cooking style in Chinese cuisine. It is ____36____ perfect combination of Chinese cooking and traditional Chinese medicine to get the effects of health keeping. It is also a skillful ____37____ (apply) of the yin and yang (阴阳) theory ____38____ (strengthen) the function of food and herbs.
The Chinese sort each type of vegetable and meat in terms of yin and yang, and combine vegetables with meat, ____39____ will make each cooked dish balanced.
During the 5th century BC, cooks created cuisines with medical values and developed Chinese art of cooking, ____40____ (use) the nature of food to balance the diet. There were rules on how to arrange daily diet and lists of certain herbs and vegetables that were ____41____ (benefit) to the body.
In the Song Dynasty, ____42____ was recorded that many diseases could be cured through proper diets. Different foods were sorted according to their original nature. Cold foods ____43____ (believe) to remove fever while warm foods reduce running noses.
Knowing the nature of individual foods ____44____ (enable) the Chinese to eat right food to protect varieties of inside organs and balance the yin and yang of the body. For example, sour food eases some disorders. _____45_____ (slight) sweet food relieves illness related to the veins and bitter food helps to cure an overheated body.
参考答案
听力 1-20. CBBAA BCAAC CCBCB BACBA
21—23 CBC 24—26 CBDD 27—31 BACD
【答案】32. D 33. C 34. A 35. C
【答案】36. E 37. G 38. C 39. A 40. B
【答案】41. A 42. D 43. C 44. B 45. A 46. D 47. C 48. A 49. C 50. C 51. B 52. D 53. B 54. A 55. B
56.is located 57.figures 58.entirely 59.bore 60.what 61.gaining 62.innovation 63.recognized 64.To give 65,as
应用文范文
Notice
Dear fellow students，
Our English Club is now accepting new members!
Our club regularly holds a wide range of wonderful activities such as English speech contests, debates, presentations and dramas, where you can display yourself and boost your confidence. Besides, we provide special opportunities for members to interact with English natives.
We are looking for English lovers with a desire to learn English and the willingness to follow the club rules. Team spirit and a strong sense of responsibility are also essential. Our club is open to all levels. If interested, submit your application to englishclub@ by May 8.
Looking forward to meeting you in our dynamic club!
【续写参考范文】
"Are you OK " Griffin passed me a bottle of water. I nodded weakly, feeling the cool liquid slide down my throat as the cold water eased my dry throat, washing away some tension. He patted my shoulder, "Just stay focused, Aidan. You’ve got this." His words soothed me like a gentle breeze, boosting my confidence a bit more than before. I took a deep breath, shaking off the lingering nerves, and firmly fixed my mind on the upcoming game.（81词）
Exchanging a high-five with the coach, we walked back onto the field. The sun blazed on, but a new determination filled me. I was ready to play my best. The whistle blew for the second half. Staying wide, I used my speed to dash up the field. When the ball came, I drove it forward firmly. Slipping past defenders, my confidence grew. The team united, and together, we started to take control of the game.（75词）
附：高二听力录音材料
Text 1 M: It’s freezing outside! The weather forecast said it would stop snowing today, but it didn’t. W:Yeah, I really wish it would be sunny tomorrow.
Text 2 W: Excuse me, is there a library around here
M:Yes, of course. Go along Green Street, and then turn right at the second crossing. You can see the library on your left. It’s across from a museum, next to a flower shop.
W: OK. Thank you.
Text 3 W:According to statistics, there are more than 60 million left-behind children in China. M: There are many such children in my class. Their parents only come back during the Spring Festival.
Text 4 W: Myphone doesn’t work. Can you fix it for me
M: It has a black screen. You’d better go to your brother’s store. After all, he is a professional in repairing phones. Oh, we can leave work in 5 minutes. W: OK.
Text 5 W: I left my gloves in my room, Bob. I’ll go back to get them.
M:You needn’t do that. I bought you a new pair. Look!
W: Oh, they’re cute. I can’t wait to try them on.
Text 6 W:Tom, I’m glad you haven’t been late lately. But your grades have been dropping recently. What caused this sudden change in your performance
M: Well, I just moved house, so I have to take two buses to get to school every day. It’s very tiring.
W: I see. But there are some other students who live far away and attend classes. Their grades are improving all the time. If they can overcome this difficulty, I’m sure you can, too.
M: Oh, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t make excuses for my failure, Mrs. Banks.
Text 7 M: Hey, Amy! Would you like to go to the movies with me this Saturday That is, the day after tomorrow. W: I’m afraid not. I’ll have final exams all weekend.
M: What a pity! Oh, you look unwell. What’s wrong
W: Maybe I’ve had a flu. I have a slight headache and cough.
M: That’s terrible. You should take some medicine.
W: No. Taking medicine would make me sleepy. I’ll go to see the doctor after the exams.
M: Come on. Health is the most important thing.
Text 8 M: Mary, this is Tomas speaking. It seems that I can’t arrive at your home by 12 noon. W: What happened We’re all expecting you, Hans,Archie, Dick…
M: I’m so sorry. I’ve been held up by the traffic jam for half an hour. I’d have arrived but for that.
W: I see. Where are you now
M: On the Greenfield Bridge. W: It’s not far away from here. Let me see — it’s about 20 minutes’ walk. Can you walk here
M: I’ve thought of that, but what can I do with my car If only I had taken a taxi!
W: That’s too bad. But don’t worry. We’ll put off the meal till 1:00 p.m.
M: I’m terribly sorry to keep you waiting. W: It doesn’t matter. Bye.
Text 9 M: What are you doing
W: Just drawing. Hmm… I’ve been thinking about our responsibilities in the past few weeks. I’m considering whether to work or not.
M: I see. Tell me what you think.
W: Actually, I’m confused. I really want to go back to work and pursue my career in fashion design. But now... I have to take care of Max as a full-time mother when he’s a baby.
M: I fully understand. You should follow your heart. I can call my parents and ask them to take care of Max. Or we can hire a professional babysitter. And I can adjust my working schedule to yours. So I can share the responsibility of taking care of Max.
W: Thanks, Richard. It’s also my career as Max’s mother. He’s only six months old. I’ll postpone my plan.
M: OK. No matter what you plan to do, I’m behind you.
Text 10 M: The Chicago Intercultural Montessori Language School introduced the Mandarin program in 2009 based on suggestions from parents. Since then, the program has grown. Of the 300-odd students at the school, more than 100 are taking Chinese classes. Mananne Krutsch started to learn Chinese when she was 2. Her parents encouraged her to do it because they thought it may give her more work opportunities when she grows up. “But I am still learning Chinese, because I like my teacher and classmates, and I like Chinese culture,” says Mananne, now 13. Miriam Mitchell, 12, started to learn Chinese when she was a first-grader. “My parents want me to have more work opportunities,” says Miriam, adding that her family is planning a trip to China next year. Lily Rabb, 14, chose to learn Chinese in 2011. She wants to be a fashion designer, and she’s interested in Chinese fashion. “Initially, interest came from parents of Chinese origin, but then non-Chinese Americans who are doing business with China joined in,” says the school principal Roderick Shaw. Ji Xiang has worked at the school for 11 years. “Most of the students who take Chinese class at the school are from native American households,” she says. “They may initially take up studying Chinese as another language, or a gateway to future opportunities. After studying for a period of time, it’s their love for the language and culture that keeps them going.”
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