高考模拟—三轮拉练（五）
英语试题
2025.05.19
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转
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。
1. What is improving according to the man
A. Medical science. B. Renewable energy. C. Global economy.
2. Why does the woman think nature is important
A. It makes people relaxed. B. It provides many resources. C. It supplies living places.
3. When is the man’s flight
A. On Monday. B. On Tuesday. C. On Wednesday.
4. What are the speakers mainly discussing
A. Aging problems.
B. The secret of the brain.
C. Benefits of learning a new language.
5. How did the woman probably feel before walking over the glass bridge
A. Calm. B. Proud. C. Frightened.
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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What made the man take up running recently
A. Invitation from a club. B. Encouragement from a friend. C. His desire to keep fit.
7. Which sport does the man like best
A. Swimming. B. Tennis. C. Running.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. Why does the woman want to change her apartment
A. It’s not big enough. B. The transportation there is bad. C. It's too close to the office.
9. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
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A. Neighbors. B. Co-workers. C. Buyer and seller.
10. What kind of apartment does the woman prefer
A. One with an open kitchen. B. One with some outdoor space. C. One with a bigger living room.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Where did the woman know about the Internet of Things
A. From a show. B. From her phone. C. From a friend.
12. What is the man’s job probably
A. A cook. B. A repairman. C. A decorator.
13. How can the shared service system work for a bike
A. By analyzing the data from the smart lock.
B. By following the users’ habits.
C. By making sure of road safety.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a classroom. B. In a library. C. In a bookstore.
15. Why did the man need a new student pass
A. His old photo looked different.
B. His pass was for a different building.
C. His teacher asked him to change it.
16. What does the man hope to do in his second year
A. Study abroad. B. Learn English Literature. C. Change his major.
17. What will the woman do next
A. Go back home. B. Leave for school. C. Work on her research.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. When did Zhang Guimei start the school
A. In 2006. B. In 2008. C. In 2010.
19. What inspired Zhang to open the school
A. Her dream of being a headmaster.
B Her desire to help poor children.
C. Her ability to solve the financial problems.
20. What has Zhang achieved
A. She’s changed the education policies.
B. She’s offered girls work opportunities.
C. She’s turned some girls’ life around.
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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
New year, new you ... at least that’s the plan, right We all start January with big intentions, but
actually sticking to those shiny New Year’s resolutions is a different story. Luckily, there’s an app for
that — actually, there are loads!
AllTrails
AllTrails is a great exercise app as it encourages you to get out into nature instead of hitting up an
overpriced gym. With detailed trail maps that guide you through numerous outdoor activities, you’ll be
working up a sweat in no time while taking advantage of natural beauty!
Rocket Money
Cutting back on spending is the most popular New Year’s resolution globally, every year. This
user-friendly app simplifies everything that comes along with budgeting and expense tracking, while also
helping you manage subscriptions and bills. With features like automated bill negotiation and credit score
monitoring, you can think of Rocket Money as your personal financial assistant.
Imprint
Want to cut doom-scrolling but not ready to drop your phone Imprint is here to help. The app takes
big ideas from the world’s greatest thinkers and breaks them down into simple, visual snippets that you can
actually remember. Whether you want to master essential topics, or just have a few fun facts to throw into
your conversations, Imprint makes learning quick, and easy!
Duolingo
This language app really is one of the best for sticking to your goals. From the way it gamifies your
progress to the user-friendly interface, Duolingo makes learning a new language both easy and enjoyable!
There’s just one major setback for Hong Kongers: the app only offers Cantonese lessons for Mandarin
speakers, so if you’re hoping to pick up some of the local language, you’ll have to look elsewhere.
21. Which app best suits people who want to effectively manage their budgets
A. AllTrails. B. Rocket Money. C. Imprint. D. Duolingo.
22. What is Duolingo’s key limitation for Hong Kong users
A. It avoids games in teaching. B. It lacks a user-friendly interface.
C. It has limited language choices. D. It requires expensive subscriptions.
23. What is the shared purpose of the four apps
A. To encourage healthy lifestyles. B. To support self-improvement.
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C. To track real-time user progress. D. To help make new year resolutions.
B
These days, I have been gathering contributions for Class Notes from my classmates at the Brearley
School. Seven contributions have come in. They are long or short, emotional or matter-of-fact, and now my
job will be to cut and select, rephrase and quote, and count words from each contributor — our entire
collection will have to add up to no more than six hundred and fifty words.
The tough part is trying to give more or less equal space to each of these life accounts, since some of us
tend to relate incidents in great detail while others are tight-lipped. If nine of us altogether, including me,
contribute notes, then each note is allowed a little over seventy words. If another contribution comes in at the
last minute, we all go down to about sixty-five. Do I cut out the trip to Costa Rica, or the visit to the nephew
in New Jersey The recent grandchild, broken leg, or Scrabble (拼字游戏) competition
Why did I decide I would not mind being a class-notes agent I suppose I pursue any piece of writing for
two main reasons. First, I like the challenge of trying a new form. In this case, my task is to rearrange the
writings of a range of personalities to create one fairly smooth whole. The second reason is always emotional.
Here, one source of my emotion was the years-long experience of the school itself. I was also touched that my
classmates suggested me for the job, their sensible reason being: “You’re a writer. ”
As a 65-year-old lady, I feel tired sometimes, but I’ve never stopped valuing every moment in this job.
For me, my classmates are still full of youthful energy, passion, or disgust or tearful hurt. I’m not sure I’m
naturally gifted at turning all these colorful details into a brief and entertaining account. That’s how I do it —
quote their own words as often as I can.
24. What does the author need to do with the contributions
A. Edit and adjust them. B. Collect and grade them.
C. Ensure the variety of them. D. Add personal comments to them.
25. How does the author explain the difficulty of the job
A. By citing quotes. B. By listing examples.
C. By making comparisons. D. By giving definitions.
26. What can we infer about the author from paragraph 3
A. She prioritizes new forms. B. She prefers emotional writing.
C. She is hesitant about the role. D. She is acknowledged by her classmates.
27. What does the author think of the job
A. It’s stressful. B. It’s worthwhile. C. It’s straightforward. D. It’s troublesome.
C
Heidi Tait, co-founder of Tangaroa Blue, an organization committed to beach cleaning, was puzzled when
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she and her teammates started finding strange tire-shaped capsules washed ashore along the Cape York coast,
near Australia’s northeastern tip. But Tait eventually connected with Satlink — a Spanish satellite
communications company. Satlink’s GPS-enabled buoys (浮标) , the ones the beach cleaners kept finding,
help commercial fishers track their nets, lines etc. Tait had a brainwave that would see the buoys not just
recycled but reused.
For more than a decade, boat crews working farther west, in Australia’s Gulf of Carpentaria, had been
telling Tait about how abandoned fishing nets were circling the gulf, hurting sea creatures. These so-called
ghost nets had either broken free from commercial fishing boats and gotten lost, or were cut loose by fishers
after getting caught on rocks. Weighing a few tonnes each, the nets that boat crews had chanced upon in the
gulf were often too big for them to pull out of the water. They’d typically report the finds to the authorities,
but by the time anyone with an appropriately equipped boat could head out to get one, the mass of messy rope
had often gone from sight.
However, once one of the GPS-enabled buoys is attached, it sends its location every few hours to a
website, which lets Tangaroa Blue monitor the nets’ movements’ and warns the organization of danger. So far,
the reused GPS trackers have helped Tangaroa Blue recover three ghost nets from Australian waters.
Tangaroa Blue’s idea to track ghost nets isn’t entirely new; researchers with the Commonwealth
Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia’s national science agency, suggested it a
decade ago. Taking the idea on board, the authorities tried using battery-powered trackers to monitor a few
ghost nets. Tangaroa Blue’s approach differs in that its recycled buoys are solar powered and require less
upkeep.
28. What were the tire-shaped capsules originally used for
A. Removing beach waste. B. Recycling vehicle tires.
C. Locating fishing equipment. D. Strengthening satellite signals.
29. What does the author intend to do in paragraph 2
A. Illustrate a future possibility. B. Describe a technical process.
C. Present a practical solution. D. Frame a problem context.
30. How do Tangaroa Blue’s buoys outperform earlier trackers
A. They need less maintenance. B. They monitor broader regions.
C. They receive government funding. D. They provide precise tracking data.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. Turning Waste into Treasure: A Fix to Ghost Nets
B. Fighting Threats: The Hidden Harm of Ghost Nets
C. Financing Change: Innovative Ocean Cleanup Plans
D. Protecting Seas from Waste: An Activist of Conservation
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D
In health research, determining true causes — like whether drinking wine affects health — is vital for
informed decisions. But “correlation does not equal causation (因果关系)” is widely recognized. Then how
do researchers move beyond correlations to find answers
Correlations often exist without implying causation. For instance, chocolate consumption correlates with
the number of Nobel Prize winners in some countries. Does eating chocolate boost Nobel wins No. This
correlation likely exists because chocolate consumption serves as a proxy for wealth. In turn, wealth relates to
education and research funding — key factors behind Nobel achievements. So, just finding a link isn’t
enough. Scientists need more strong evidence to establish causation.
Unlike highly controlled chemistry or physics experiments, which can easily show how X affects Y,
human biology often relies on indirect evidence. It requires “inductive reasoning” — drawing general
conclusions from available evidence. It’s like how a prosecutor (检 察 官 ) builds a criminal case using
circumstantial evidence. While individual pieces might not be persuasive, their build-up strengthens the case.
There’s one interesting contrast, however. In criminal cases, the standard of proof is “beyond reasonable
doubt”, but science demands proof based “on the balance of probabilities”. This reflects scientists’ willingness
to revise their beliefs when better evidence emerges.
Indirect evidence is crucial for inferring causation, but it is not always conclusive. The gold standard for
direct evidence of causation is the randomised controlled trial (RCT), where participants are randomly
assigned to either receive an intervention or to be a “control”. This ensures if you see a difference between the
two groups, this can only be due to the effect of the intervention, which effectively proves causation.
Unfortunately, ethical (道德的) considerations often prevent us conducting RCTs. For instance, we lack RCT
evidence that smoking causes lung cancer because the indirect evidence is so strong that such studies would
be unethical.
Causation in health doesn’t work in a simple way. Factors like lifestyle, genes, and environment interact
to determine disease risk. Achieving perfect health requires a variety of actions, as no single habit, superfood,
or magic pill is the answer.
32. What does the underlined word “proxy” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Replacement. B. Condition. C. Indicator. D. Preference.
33. How do scientists’ inferences differ from prosecutors’ conclusions
A. They remain open to update.
B. They guarantee absolute certainty.
C. They rely largely on indirect evidence.
D. They require higher standard of proof.
34. Why is RCT considered the gold standard for establishing causation
A. It offers wide application. B. It ensures fair assignment.
C. It avoids ethical considerations. D. It identifies intervention effects.
35. What is the author’s suggestion for health improvement
A. Counting on good habits. B. Integrating multiple strategies.
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C. Taking a cure-all pill. D. Leading an active lifestyle.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
I’ve always disliked getting up in winter. As a child, I would drag myself out of bed, my eyes half-closed,
and watch my school uniform warming on the radiator. ____36____ It’s too dark, and I am always half-asleep.
____37____ Most of them are fun, but few really change my life in the long run. Sunrise alarm clocks,
however, are different. They’ve become a fundamental part of my morning routine. My top picks, the Lumie
Bodyclock Spark 100 and Philips SmartSleep, have greatly benefited me. I’m waking up every day feeling
more energetic and mentally sharper.
Essentially, sunrise alarm clocks are a combination of alarm clock and light treatment device that shines
with increasing brightness as your wake-up time approaches. The light interacts with our natural sleep-wake
cycle, much as the sun does when it rises. ____38____
Sunrise alarm clocks also promote healthier sleep habits. In our tech-driven world, waking up often
means immediately checking our phones. An important strength of sunrise alarm clocks is that your morning
wake-up no longer involves your phone. Stopping a smartphone alarm means your day begins with eyes
on-screen. ____39____ But with these clocks, you can start the day with a clearer mind and more
concentration.
Sleep is personal, and no single device fits everyone. But for me, sunrise alarm clocks have been a
game-changer. They’re affordable, with quality models available for under 30. ____40____ After all, some
morning people are made, not born.
A. They prove to fall into this unique category.
B. Interested in tech, I often test fascinating devices.
C. Therefore, we wake up biologically prepared for the day.
D. The path to endless screen time is just a fingerprint away.
E. These days, I set multiple alarms to ensure I’m woken up. F. If you are struggling with dark mornings, it’s worth a shot.
G. All of the sunrise alarm clocks I’ve tested have their strengths.
第三部分 语言知识运用（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，从短文后各题所给 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was excited about the London Olympics and wanted to be part of it. I didn’t ____41____ if I was
outside the venues dancing. Searching online, I thought they might need ____42____. Figuring there’d be
thousands of applicants for the role, I never expected to____43____. Yet weeks later, I was invited to a
two-day ____44____ at the London Swimming Centre. It was ____45____ — there were knockout stages
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and you only got one chance. In the first round, the ones ____46____ to make it to the bottom of a
5-metre-deep pool were cut. Followed were skill exams and theory tests. When I finally passed, I felt
____47____.
Online, some ____48____ us as having “the easiest job in the world”, but Olympians valued us and
sometimes even ____49____ us. I once got a Team GB swimming cap. You could be a top surgeon, but if you
don’t know how to pull somebody out of the water ____50____, you’ve done the damage before they even get
treatment. And ____51____ did happen. I remember helping an athlete swimming headfirst into the wall.
There are starstruck moments. That said, it’s very ____52____ when you’re in the chair. You forget all
about those star athletes because you’re so focused on making ____53____ in your head while checking each
athlete’s movement to see if anything doesn’t look right.
Not everything is shown on TV. Guarding pools is the stuff going on ____54____. But our silent
readiness represents the Games’ true spirit, where every role, however ____55____ matters.
41. A. care B. admit C. doubt D. know
42. A. coaches B. athletes C. lifeguards D. firefighters
43. A. step away B. hear back C. show off D. sign up
44. A. routine B. practice C. experiment D. trial
45. A. dangerous B. simple C. intense D. valuable
46. A. pretending B. intending C. failing D. desiring
47. A. misfortune B. disbelief C. dishonesty D. misunderstanding
48. A. trusted B. admired C. discovered D. dismissed
49. A. gifted B. assisted C. bothered D. ignored
50. A. correctly B. immediately C. gently D. hurriedly
51. A. wonders B. accidents C. changes D. events
52. A. annoying B. painful C. impressive D. professional
53. A. health warnings B. risk assessments C. safety rules D.work arrangements
54. A. behind the scene B. at random C. by chance D. in the spotlight
55. A. unexpected B. undisturbed C. unhurt D. unseen
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。
Two hours before his performance, Jia Zixiang, a young Yu Opera actor from Henan, started his
livestream. He detailed the process of applying his makeup and putting on his costume of Mu Guiying, a
___56___ (distinguish) female general symbolizing courage. He was supposed ___57___ (perform) the classic
Yu Opera Mu Guiying Takes Command, and many of his viewers saw for the first time ___58___ a male
performer got prepared for a female role. “Does your head hurt ” they questioned.
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Livestreaming has become ___59___ inseparable part of the 27-year-old performer's life. In China,
performing at different venues is the main source of income for opera performers. But as the opera market
declines, more opera actors have turned to livestreaming ___60___ a lifesaver, The art form, once ___61___
(consider) dying, is seeing a second act due to the accessibility of short-video platforms and the gradually
___62___ (increase) recognition of the need to preserve traditional culture. The government’s efforts to
broaden awareness, including promoting artistic performances, ___63___ (draw) more followers to opera
culture online so far.
However, it doesn’t mean opera actors put all in livestreaming. “For opera performers, I believe
___64___ is just a promotion channel to stream opera online, and only by our continuous effort and
innovation can we ___65___ (possible) win the hearts of audiences and pass the art on to the future, ” Jia said.
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，外教 Mr. Pullen 计划使用 Al 工具为学生提供全天候的英语口语练习支持。然而，
你认为这种做法可能存在问题。请你给外教写-封邮件，内容包括:
1. 说明问题;
2. 提出建议。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为 80 左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Pullen,
________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
Warm regards,
Li Hua
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。
Harry Caine retired from a local power company. After his retirement, he just wanted to do something for
his community. One day, he spotted many abandoned bikes, which were gathering dust in the neighbouring
garages. “Why not fix them up and give them to those needy ” he thought. So he posted to an online group in
his Alaska Homer, offering to fix people's bikes for free.
Soon some neighbors began to donate their abandoned bikes after their kids had outgrown them or adults
had upgraded to new models. Then, in Harry’s tidy little garage, he set about working. Its inner walls lined
with tools, the garage held a workbench and repair stand. Classic rock music often drifted from its open doors,
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a sign that Harry was working hard. After Harry’s highly skilled repairs, the donated bikes took on new looks
and functioned very well.
One Saturday, Harry transported the first batch of six repaired bikes to a nearby food bank, a place that
gave food to the poor. He camped out with his Free Bikes sign and waited to see whether the bikes were
needed. Five minutes later, a little boy wearing worn-out clothes came up to Harry with a doubtful look, his
eyes glued to a blue bike, “Is it really free ” the boy asked. “Yes. If you like it, it’s yours.” Harry answered
joyfully. The boy beamed abroad smile. He briskly walked towards the blue bicycle. Then he touched its
handle, pressed its bell, and explained how he had dreamed of owning one bicycle. Grinning with delight,
Harry watched him pedal away and disappear in the distance. The following 30 minutes saw the remaining
bikes ridden away, which gave him a sense of satisfaction.
As word of Harry’s project spread, neighbors admirably called him Uncle Harry, and they kept him busy
with a steady supply of bikes, helmets and even locks. However, with more abandoned bikes flooding in,
Harry had his hands full and the repairing work was more than he could deal with.
注意：
1．续写词数应为 150 词左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Knowing Harry’s situation, a group of volunteers came to help him.
______________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
To match each bike with its new owner, Harry gathered their specific
needs.________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
第 10页/共 10页高考模拟—三轮拉练（五）
英语 答案
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
1-5 BABCC 6-10 BCAAB 11-15 CCABA 16-20 ACBBC
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）
21-23 BCB 24-27 ABDB 28-31 CDAA 32-35 CADB
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
36-40 EBCDF
第三部分 语言知识运用（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 CBDAA 51-55 BDBAD
第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
56. distinguished 57. to perform 58. how 59. an 60. as
61. considered 62. increasing 63. have drawn 64. it 65. possibly
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分） 应用文（DeepSeek 版本）
Dear Mr. Pullen,
I truly appreciate your innovative approach to enhancing our spoken English through AI tools. However,
I’d like to share some concerns regarding the 24/7 AI-based practice plan.
Firstly, AI tools may lack authentic human interaction. While they can simulate conversations, they
might fail to provide nuanced feedback on pronunciation or emotional expressions, which are crucial for
meaningful communication. Overreliance on AI could also reduce students’ motivation to engage in real-life
dialogues.
To address this, I suggest combining AI with scheduled live sessions. For instance, organizing weekly
group discussions with teachers or English-speaking volunteers would allow personalized guidance.
Additionally, setting fixed “AI practice hours” could prevent students from becoming overly dependent on
technology.
Thank you for considering my perspectives. I believe a balanced approach would maximize learning
outcomes.
Warm regards,
Li Hua
读后续写
参考范文：94+94
Knowing Harry’s situation, a group of volunteers came to help him. They came from all walks of life -
students, retirees and even some stay-at-home parents, each eager to lend a hand. They selflessly devoted their
time, skills, and knowledge to tackling piles of the donated bikes. Together, they sorted the bikes by size and
condition before the repairs. Harry’s garage came alive with energy, filled with laughter and lively
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conversations as the volunteers worked side by side. With volunteers’ support, Harry was determined to
expand the project to more people. And he thought it was necessary to offer each of them a right bike.
To match each bike with its new owner, Harry gathered their specific needs. Along with the volunteers,
Harry carefully took into account individual preferences, such as bike styles, colors, and sizes, as well as ages,
addresses and occupations. With the valuable information, every bike was perfectly tailored to meet the
recipients’ needs. Once the bikes were fully repaired, they delivered each bike in person to the recipients’
home, ensuring it was an ideal fit. The recipients were overjoyed, expressing their heartfelt gratitude for the
thoughtful gesture. This personalized approach not only warmed their hearts but also strengthened community
bonds, fostering a deeper sense of belonging and connecting.
下水作文：122+114
Knowing Harry’s situation, a group of volunteers came to help him. Inspired by his selfless dedication,
they wanted to contribute to the noble cause. Among them were retired mechanics, high school students, and
even parents whose children had received bikes from Harry. Together, they transformed Harry’s small garage
into a bustling workshop, laughter, the sounds of tools and the classic rock music filling the air. Local
businesses also reached out, one offering tires at a discount and another donating some repair supplies. With
their assistance, the repair process became faster and more efficient. The pile of abandoned bikes shrank
steadily and one restored/reborn bikes after another was in place, waiting to be given away. Harry was deeply
moved by the community’s support, realizing that his simple idea had grown into a community-wide effort.
To match each bike with its new owner, Harry gathered their specific needs. He partnered with the food
bank to create a wish-list for people to record what they wanted for their bikes. This way, everyone could get
the bike tailored to their needs. For children, he equipped each bike with a helmet and offered them
instructions to ensure safety; for adults, he focused on comfort and durability. Sometimes, he even added
functional touches, like baskets, locks and things like that. When the bikes were handed over to the receivers,
they all expressed sincere gratitude for Harry’s kindness and generosity. Seeing the joy on their faces made all
the effort worthwhile, His project not only provided transportation but also brought a sense of connection to
the community.
听力原文
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W: Some people are much concerned these days, but there are lots of reasons to stay positive.
M: I couldn’t agree more. Look at all the advances in renewable energy and increasing global cooperation.
W: Exactly. And medical science keeps improving so that more illnesses can be cured.
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M: Nature is extremely important to people; don't you think so The variety of nature forms a system that keeps us
alive.
W: Of course. It provides a sense of calm and connection to the world. People might feel light-hearted in nature.
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W: Let’s go for a coffee before you leave. Would Wednesday morning suit you
M: I’d love to, but my flight is the day before, unfortunately.
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W: How about Monday afternoon then A new café just opened up nearby.
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M: Do you know that learning a language can improve our brain and give us a longer life
W: I can’t believe it! How can that possibly be true
M: Studies have shown that it can put off some problems of old age.
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W: I walked over the Zhangjiajie glass bridge on my holiday.
M: You’re braver than me! I know it’s supposed to be safe, but I’m frightened of heights.
W: No one will ignore this, but once you have done it, you will feel proud. Just like me.
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M: You know, I’ve always been a bit lazy, but lately, I’ve started to enjoy staying active.
W: Really What made you change your mind
M: Well, I decided to join a local running club after a friend of mine encouraged me. The first run was tough, but
after that, I felt so much better.
W: That’s interesting. I bet your friend was happy to see you get involved.
M: Absolutely! And I noticed my energy levels have been much higher since I started.
W: That’s great! So, do you do any other exercises besides running
M: I also swim and play tennis on the weekends, but running seems more like my cup of tea. It’s so refreshing, and
I feel free on the way.
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W: I’m searching for a new apartment.
M: Why
W: Well, my current place is just too small. I can hardly move for all my stuff. I need more space.
M: But I thought you liked living in our neighborhood.
W: I do. But it’s no good living somewhere that isn’t suitable for my needs.
M: Fair enough. What are your requirements for the new apartment
W: I want a larger kitchen and space for open-air activities if possible. Living close to the office would be even
better.
M: I hope you find the perfect place soon.
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M: Did you watch the show about the Internet of Things
W: No. I’ve only heard it from my friend. What is it exactly
M: It’s where everyday objects are connected and can communicate with each other.
W: What do you mean
M: Like smart heating in a house which can change the temperature based on your habits. And think of home safety
and kitchen supplies that you can control from your mobile phone. And many of my customers prefer such
equipment when decorating their houses.
W: Ah, I see. Like bike sharing, the smart lock on it sends data to the shared service system to control the bike’s
operating condition in real-time.
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M: That’s right. It’s all about making life more connected.
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】M: Hey, Lucy. Fancy meeting you here! Are you here to borrow books, too
W: Hi, Tom. No, I come here to make sure I can enter it.
M: That is a wise decision! I couldn’t enter it at first. It had something to do with my student pass. I had to go to the
teachers’ office to get a new one. Thankfully they let me change my photo. The old one was out-of-date and looked
strange.
W: So have you signed up for your first term
M: Yes, I’ve selected all the courses that meet my requirements.
W: I know you chose English Literature as a major, but what optional courses did you pick
M: History and Italian. I’m hoping to take part in the exchange program in my second year and go to Italy to study
for six months.
W: That would be amazing. Good luck with that. Anyway, I should get back to my research.
M: See you later.
W: Bye.
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W: Zhang Guimei, born in 1957, is a woman who has dedicated her life to education and helping
disadvantaged children. At the age of 51, she founded a school for girls in Lijiang, Yunnan Province, China. Zhang
has always been passionate about education and the well-being of children in remote areas. After years of teaching
in various schools, she realized that many children in rural areas were unable to attend school due to financial
difficulties. This inspired her to open a school for girls from poor families, offering them free education and a
chance for a brighter future. Despite facing many challenges, including limited resources and difficult working
conditions, she continues to lead the school with determination and love. Over the past 17 years, she has helped
over 1, 000 girls achieve their dreams, with many of them going on to attend universities and finding fulfilling jobs.
Even now at the age of 68, she still sticks to her position and inspires more people to support education in rural
areas, hoping to give children from disadvantaged backgrounds a better life. Her efforts have made her a symbol of
hope for many families.
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