北仑2025学年第一学期高二年级返校考试英语试卷
（1-17班使用）
命题： 审题：
第Ⅰ卷（选择题部分）
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 can Ricky’s team be described
A. Strong. B. Disorganized. C. Rude.
2. What does the woman mean
A. Blue looks good. B. Any color is OK for her. C. The walls don’t need painting.
3. What are the speakers talking about
A. Families and jobs. B. Working parents. C. A new way of working.
4. What does the woman advise the man to do
A. Try the campus store. B. Buy the pen tonight. C. Attend the class early.
5. Which sport will the man do
A. Sailing. B. Swimming. C. Diving.
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至7题。
6. How did the man find this place
A. He read about it in a newspaper.
B. He saw an ad posted on the window.
C. He knew about it through the Internet.
7. What is good about the apartment according to the woman
A. It is conveniently located.
B. It is partly furnished.
C. It is fairly priced.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8. What is the man’s opinion on teachers
A. They can influence students with their passion.
B. They tend to have the same feeling about teaching.
C. They should explain their subjects effectively.
9. What has the woman been trying to do
A. Present more theories.
B. Develop student-led classes.
C. Enhance students’ practical abilities.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What can we learn about the theater
A. It is difficult to find.
B. It has recently moved.
C. It is very familiar to the woman.
11. How did the man feel about the size of the theater
A. Surprised B. Satisfied C. Unconcerned
12. What disappointed the man about the actors
A. They made no effort to act well.
B. They wore inappropriate make-up.
C. They didn't understand their roles.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Why does the woman come to the man
A. To make an apology B. To improve her grade. C. To get the result of a test.
14. Why didn’t the woman do well in the last test
A. She was too careless B. She missed some classes. C. She didn’t have enough time.
15. What will the man do for the woman
A. Give her a full mark. B. Let her complete the test. C. Go over the questions with her.
16. What do we know about the man
A. He tries to be fair to his students.
B. He’s a bit strict about his policies.
C. He’ll give the woman some extra lessons.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What do tourists do on the second day of the tour
A. Go sightseeing B. Fly in space. C. Attend briefings.
18. What problem is NOT mentioned about the space trip
A. Waste gases B. Water shortage C. Noise pollution
19. What does the speaker suggest listeners do at the end
A. Contact Russian space agencies directly.
B. Read scientific articles about space travel.
C. Visit the company’s website for more details.
20. Why does the speaker give the talk
A. To promote the space flight.
B. To discuss problems in space travel.
C. To introduce the development in space exploration.
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，共37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
A
For the students, researchers or simple lovers of knowledge and art, it is a privilege to have a free virtual library at hand, being able to download important texts without spending a single dollar.
◆Internet Archive
It is a non-profit digital library created in 1996 by Brewster Kahle. In addition to millions of books available to the general public, it also hosts a large number of video (movies), audio (music) and software files, etc. It is not necessary to register to access the information, so any user can easily view and download it, although those who decide to register obtain other benefits such as access to more than 1.3 million copyrighted e-books.
◆InfoBooks
Read, Learn, Grow… is the slogan of the digital library. It is divided into three sections to facilitate the search for content, and the first called “Best books to read” focuses on a special collection of various topics classified by famous authors. The second is “Free books and texts”, where you will find public domain literature that you can download, and the third section contains resources to improve your reading.
◆Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg is a site that has available sixty thousand “free” books that are free of copyright so to speak, since the rights according to certain laws have expired in this case. That is why they can be downloaded with total peace of mind. The Project Gutenberg also has an Open Audio book Collection, almost 5,000 titles from 2023, via a Project Gutenberg collaboration with Microsoft and MIT. These use neural text-to-speech technology for more natural-sounding computer-generated audio books. These audio books are also available on major music/podcast platforms.
21. What most attracts users to Internet Archive
A. Private software files.
B. Easy access to plenty of e-books.
C. Classic music of limited edition.
D. Various movies of authorized edition.
22. Which of the following approaches is most likely to find Mark Twain's works
A. Search InfoBooks, Section 1 online.
B. E-mail Brewster Kahle to obtain directly.
C. Download Software files from Internet Archive.
D. Wait for distributions from Project Gutenberg.
23. What does Project Gutenberg have in common with Internet Archive
A. Audio resources are provided online.
B. Materials can be adjusted to different users.
C. Copyrights of some books are out of date.
D. They provide reading strategies training.
B
When Marguerite Richards posted a TikTok video about her father’s decade-old thriller novel, she was hoping to inspire a little interest. A few dozen new readers, maybe. As the first few positive comments started rolling in, she was pleased to have done something nice for a dad who definitely deserved it.
She had no idea that, within days, millions of people would see her video, and her father’s book would rise to the top of Amazon’s Best Seller list.
Lloyd Richards first published Stone Maidens in 2012. It’s a thriller about an FBI agent following a killer in Indiana and, by his daughter’s account, it’s quite attractive. However, his original release (出版) failed to drum up excitement.
It’s a different world now, with social media making somebody and something rise to fame overnight. Richards, the daughter, decided to try her luck. “I saw how much time and effort and passion my dad put into his book. I know what a lovely storyteller he is,” she told CNN. “He never stopped writing, and he always stayed positive.”
Whether it was the interesting thriller, or the efforts of a proud daughter, the story of Lloyd Richards and Stone Maidens struck a chord.
Marguerite Richards posted the first TikTok about Stone Maidens about two weeks ago. It has since received 48 million views and numerous positive responses. After that, Richards posted more videos of her father, delighting in his unexpected success.
“My dad wasn’t really sure what TikTok is, but he has been so pleased and grateful,” Richards says. The experience has breathed new life into a labor of love. Now, Lloyd Richards has more than 360,000 TikTok followers and a brand-new story to tell. He has plans for the future, too.
24. What initially motivated Marguerite Richards to post about her father's book on TikTok
A. To help her father become an online influencer.
B. To attract a modest number of new readers for the book.
C. To introduce her father’s daily life on social media.
D. To prove that older books could outsell new releases.
25. What do we know about Stone Maidens when it was first published
A. It immediately became a bestseller on Amazon.
B. It was widely promoted on social media platforms.
C. It failed to gain significant attention at the time.
D. It received negative reviews from thriller readers.
26. Why did Lloyd Richards' book suddenly become successful years later
A. His daughter’s TikTok video went viral unexpectedly.
B. He rewrote the book to fit modern readers’ preferences.
C. A famous celebrity recommended it on social media.
D. The original publisher relaunched a marketing campaign.
27.How did Lloyd Richards feel about what his daughter had done for him
A.Puzzled but pleased B.Surprised and regretful
C.Unexpected and shocked D.Delighted and thankful
C
It is a strange coincidence that as humans attempt to greatly reduce their carbon emissions, they are also rushing to develop a technology that could, in theory, consume an unlimited amount of energy.
Doing things against facts is a dangerous game, but you can picture a world in which, having chosen to start dealing with climate change properly in the 1990s, we would be just wrapping up the gentle path to net-zero emissions in time for a rapid AI increase fueled by green power. Instead, we find ourselves at risk of running a 21st-century technology on a 20th-century energy supply.
If you live in the US, every time you use an AI model, around 20 per cent of the electricity required will be produced by burning coal. The explosive growth of AI makes this an even more pressing concern. According to one analysis, if Google chose to shift to an entirely AI-powered search business, its electricity consumption could match that of some countries.
Such estimates may be magnified, but evidence of rising power consumption from AI is all around. Microsoft is placing bets on nuclear plants to power its data centers, while the English government has promised to boost its national computing capacity by 50 per cent by 2025, which would help it keep pace with rapid AI developments in the world.
Thankfully, we may soon reach a turning point. As is reported, this year the global power department came close to reaching peak greenhouse gas emissions, as the switch from fossil (化石) fuels to clean and renewable sources is well underway. The question now is whether we can quicken the pace of decarbonization (脱碳) to match the coming growth in energy consumption as AI becomes increasingly embedded in our society. Silicon Valley’s intelligent machines may grab the headlines and the imagination, but the people really inventing the future are working on the energy sector.
28.What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about
A.Carbon emissions have been reduced a lot.
B.The reality is far from what we expected.
C.The rapid AI increase brings many benefits.
D.Climate change has to be dealt with properly.
29.Why is electricity consumption a major concern
A.Extensive use of AI will consume more energy.
B.Many countries haven’t switched to clean energy.
C.There is no limit on tech-giants’ electricity consumption.
D.20% of the power is produced by burning coal in the US.
30.What does the underlined word “magnified” in paragraph 4 mean
A.Undervalued. B.Overstated. C.Common. D.Reasonable.
31.What would be our primary task before we reach a turning point
A.Shifting to a fully AI-powered search business.
B.Achieving net-zero emissions as soon as possible.
C.Balancing energy-hungry AI with decarbonisation.
D.Creating an unlimited energy-consuming technology.
D
The cliché (陈词滥调) of a knitter is a white-haired lady. But in the 1940s, young male Royal Air Force pilots used needles as they waited for their next mission. Wartime pilots crashed a lot and “lap crafts” like knitting, helped rebuild flexibility in wounded limbs while also helping to settle wounded minds. They were the foundation of early occupational therapy (治疗).
Today, millions of people around the world employ these same techniques. “They are closely associated with our mental health,” says Janine Smith, the owner of a store that sells supplies for knitting and crocheting (用钩针编制). “I know that if I haven’t knitted for a few days, I really miss it. It’s like meditation.”
Physiotherapist Betsan Corkhill and occupational therapist Jill Riley were part of a team from Cardiff University that, ten years ago, surveyed more than 3,500 knitters and found that the more frequently people knitted, the calmer and happier they felt.
In reality, it is a “Flow”, which is a concept first named by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi as he wrote in his book, “The best moments in our lives are not the passive, receptive, relaxing times. The best moments usually occur if a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult and worthwhile.”
Shauna Richardson knows just how true this is. The artist spent 18 months in a state of flow when she crocheted three seven-metre-long lions for the 2012 Cultural Olympiad. To complete the task, which required nearly 38 miles of wool, she says she had to “zone everything out and sustain a state of mind driven by rhythm and process.”
But smaller projects will also get you there. Even a simple knitting or crochet pattern requires attentiveness to ensure that each stitch（针脚） is made correctly. And if there’s not enough challenge in the straightforward, you can make additions, from colour changes to textured stitches to highly complicated patterns.
The Cardiff research team found that even though most of the people surveyed were employed, three-quarters of those who knitted three or more times a week felt significantly more able to organise their thoughts and forget their problems.
32.What’s the purpose of the first paragraph
A.To explore early occupational therapy.
B.To stress knitting is not only for old women.
C.To distinguish between two types of pilots.
D.To introduce the early uses of knitting.
33.On which occasion will a person experience “Flow”
A.Playing computer games to one’s heart’s content.
B.Figuring out a good solution all of a sudden.
C.Working on a technical problem devotedly.
D.Hanging out with a long-lost good friend.
34.What can you infer from the last two paragraphs
A.One stitch missed may result in the loss of one’s attentiveness.
B.Colors and patterns make a difference to the beauty of the project.
C.Smaller projects will not contribute much to experiencing “Flow”.
D.Frequent knitters are better at handling their thoughts and challenges.
35.What is the best title of the text
A.Active Hands, Calm Minds. B.Unique Therapy, Effective Healing.
C.Special Techniques, Organized Thoughts. D.Simple Knitting, Strong Body.
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。
Living off grid
When you need electricity, you just plug in the machine and switch it on. If you need water, you turn on the tap. 36 For many people, these facilities are the basics of civilized society and the idea of living without them seems risky. Yet for a growing number of people, the idea of living off grid — without electricity, water or sewage (污水) — is an increasingly attractive lifestyle.
Off-gridders do not have to give up electricity or a modern lifestyle — some choose to, but most use small hydroelectric(水电的) power systems, solar panels or windmills to generate enough power for their needs. Heating and cooking needs are met by solar energy or wood burning systems, and toilet facilities range from non-water toilets to outside compost（堆肥）toilets. 37 It ranges from traditional yurts (a type of tent) to luxury house with high-speed internet and central heating. Whether they live in simple homes or luxury houses, what they all have in common is that their lifestyles do not create any pollution or carbon emissions — the ultimate goal for off-gridders.
Around 100,000 people are thought to be living off grid in the UK now. 38 They grow their own food, home-school their children and provide their own medical care. They are people who have been priced out of the housing market or who have grown disillusioned with what modern society can offer and who decides that an alternative lifestyle isn’t a pipe dream, but a viable (可行的) option.
39 Off-grid houses are far cheaper to build than ordinary homes since they don’t need to be connected to the electricity or water supplies and even road access is not necessary. Materials tend to be cheaper, too. Popular options include straw or old tyres and cement.
Surprisingly, the biggest problem off-gridders face is not building their homes or becoming self-sufficient but getting permission to build. Rural areas away from town are the perfect choice but these are often protected by law from construction of any kind or have building restrictions. There are now several websites dedicated to land-sharing so that the costs of buying land and getting permission can be shared, and there are increasing numbers of off-grid communities. 40 Off-gridding could soon be common all over Europe and America.
A. Many are self-sufficient, not just providing their own electricity, water and sewage systems, but in all
aspects.
B. After you use the toilet, you flush it and the waste disappears.
C. This shift from individual to group off-gridding reflects the fact that the trend is growing noticeably.
D. Living off-grid still has a long way to go before it becomes a mainstream way of living.
E. Rather than building permanent homes, vans or mobile homes or even old shipping containers are other
options.
F. They live in a huge variety of types of accommodation.
G. A part from living an alternative lifestyle, cost is a big factor in choosing to live off-grid.
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。
When I was fourteen, my brother Barney and I set out to climb The Tooth with our uncle, Tom Campbell. Tom was a(n) 41 mountaineer, who taught us the basics on climbing.
That morning, we hiked through an ancient forest, 42 northwestwards. Leaping from one rock
to the next, we gradually arrived at the destination. Directly ahead was a wall of rock. Tom 43 over a gap to the rock face, climbed up a while, and found a good position where he could use holds to support the next climber. He 44 the rope firmly between himself and Barney, yelling, “Climb!”
Barney looked to his left with a slight 45 , then he moved slowly and cautiously forward. I watched his moves carefully, so I could use the same 46 he used. But I was 47 , wondering what was taking him so long. Finally, it was my turn. I stepped up to the gap edge, began to move to the cliff. 48 , when I glanced down, I was absolutely terrified. The cliff plunged (猛跌) straight down for what looked like a thousand feet. Then my legs began to shake. “Come on,” they encouraged. 49 , I willed myself across the gap, struggling to 50 the pull of the abyss (深渊) below. When I finally reached them, my mouth was as dry as a 51 .
Enjoying a good 52 at the top of the mountain, I felt proud that I had 53 my fear. Hard work will 54 eventually. Those who have reached the peak will find 55 that exists as long as life lasts.
41．A．overwhelming B．experienced C．humorous D．optimistic
42．A．escaping B．wandering C．heading D．fleeing
43．A．traced B．jumped C．hung D．bent
44．A．placed B．burnt C．tied D．cut
45．A．hesitation B．passion C．relief D．distraction
46．A．devices B．sticks C．gloves D．holds
47．A．amused B．concerned C．impatient D．delighted
48．A．However B．Otherwise C．Moreover D．Therefore
49．A．Satisfied B．Inspired C．Discouraged D．Relaxed
50．A．adjust B．settle C．quit D．resist
51．A．volcano B．desert C．plain D．glacier
52．A．entertainment B．remark C．view D．postponement
53．A．overcome B．accepted C．recalled D．expressed
54．A．carry on B．pay off C．take over D．figure out
55．A．property B．emotion C．strength D．fortune
第Ⅱ卷（非选择题部分）
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。
The origins of the umbrella can be traced back over thousands of years to early human societies. Initially used as sunshades, these early umbrellas were fashioned from materials like silk or paper, and waterproofed with wax (蜡) and lacquer (漆) 56 (offer) rain protection.
According to Chinese legend, the first umbrella in ancient China was invented by Lady Yun, the wife of Lu Ban, a renowned craftsman in Chinese history. At the time, people relied on straw hats and capes during rainy days, which proved 57 (convenient) for travel. Inspired by 58 sight of people taking shelter under eaves (屋檐), Lady Yun created a folding device made of bamboo and fabric. LuBan later improved this design, making it 59 (practical) for rain and sun protection than before, paving the way 60 the modern umbrella — a proof of the wisdom and 61
(creative) of early Chinese people.
Pioneer 62 China may be in the development of umbrellas, similar devices appeared in other ancient civilizations, such as Egypt, Assyria, and Greece, 63 (primary) for sun protection. The word “umbrella” 64 (it) originates from the Latin “umbra”, meaning “shade”. Over time, as waterproofing techniques advanced, umbrellas changed from simple sunshades to essential tools for rain protection, 65 (gain) widespread popularity across the globe.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：（满分15分）
假定你是李华, 上周五你们班组织了“共读一本书” (Reading A Book Together) 的阅读分享活动, 你的英国朋友Chris对此很感兴趣。请你给他写一封邮件分享这次经历, 内容包括:
（1）活动介绍;
（2）你的收获。
注意：
（1）写作词数应为80个左右；
（2）可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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。
Callie was a high school student. Because of her parents’ business, her family moved from London to Los Angeles, where she grew up. Living in a quiet and warm community with her parents, Callie was very interested in various volunteer activities in the community, and almost no one in the community didn’t know her.
On a sunny afternoon, Callie was reading a poem when she heard a soft knock. She stood up at once and opened the door. Her Favorite neighbor, Mrs. Baker, stood outside the door.
“I need your help, Callie,” Mrs. Baker said, “and do you know the empty lot (场地) down the street ” Callie nodded, smiling. “The place is a mess, covered with trash. The city is letting us use the lot as a community garden,” she explained. “We need help to clean up the lot on Saturday. “Sure, Mrs. Baker!” Callie said cheerfully, “just have nothing to do this Saturday. I will be happy to help you!” Mrs. Baker looked pleased and said, “Thanks, Callie. We want to get the garden planted before summer. By then, adults and children in our community will have had a good place to go.”
At school the next morning, Callie’s close friend Tamara was waiting for her by their classroom, who had a surprise for her. Tamara said, “My mom bought tickets to Fun World this Saturday. She has an extra one for you!” The girls had been waiting for months for the amusement park to reopen.
Callie sighed and worried over how to choose for the rest of the day. Her mother noticed her mood when she arrived home. “Did something go wrong at school ” her mother asked. Callie explained her problem. “What should I do, Mom " Callie asked. “I know you want to go with Tamara and also want to help Mrs. Baker. Think carefully about your choice, and you need to make your own decision. But I know you will do what is best,” her mother answered.
注意：
（1）续写词数为150左右；
（2）请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Callie spent the rest of the evening thinking about her decision.
On Saturday, Callie met Mrs. Baker at the empty lot.北仑2025学年第一学期高二年级返校考试英语试卷参考答案
听力（每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）：
1-5 CBCBA 6-10 BCACA 11-15 ACBCB 16-20 ABBCA
阅读理解（每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）：
21-25 BAABC 26-30 ADBAB 31-35 CDCDA
七选五（每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）：
36-40 BFAGC
完形填空（每小题 1 分，满分 15 分）：
41-45 BCBCA 46-50 DCABD 51-55 BCABC
语法填空（每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）：
56. to offer 57．inconvenient 58．the 59．more practical 60．for
61. creativity 62．as 63．primarily 64．itself 65．gaining
应用文（满分 15 分）
范文一：
Dear Chris,
Last Friday, our class organized an event named “Reading A Book Together", which was fueled by a shared passion for literature and a desire to connect with our classmates.
During the event, we took turns to discuss the engaging plot, underlying themes and complex character relationships of the collectively-chosen book Great Expectations. It was fascinating to hear diverse perspectives! This experience significantly deepened my appreciation for literature. I particularly enjoyed the sharing of various perspectives on character analysis, which enabled me to critically appreciate the classic work, Most importantly, the relaxing exchange boosted my confidence in voicing my own insights.
If you were here, you would love it too. I hope we have the chance to read a book together. Best wishes!
范文二：
Dear Chris,
Knowing that you’re interested in the event that we had last Friday called "Reading A Book Together”, I’m delighted to share it with you.
Our class selected The Kite Runner, a novel enjoying popularity over years. During the activity, Everyone took turns sharing their thoughts, analyzing key themes, and discussing how the story impacted them personally. The atmosphere was lively, with all the classmates eagerly exchanging ideas and insights. I was particularly fascinated by how the theme of the novel sparked different interpretations among us.
This experience reinforced my love for reading and enhanced my ability to appreciate literature. More importantly, it highlighted the importance of sharing thoughts, which made me realize different perspectives could reveal new layers of meanings in the same novel.
续写（满分 25 分）
范文一：
Callie spent the rest of the evening thinking about her decision. She wanted to go to Fun World, but in the end she decided that her promise to her neighbor was more important. The next day at school, Callie told Tamara that she would not be able to go to Fun World. Tamara tried to understand, but Callie could tell Tamara was disappointed. The girls hardly spoke for the rest of the week.
On Sunday, Callie met Mrs. Baker at the empty lot. “Your mother said you made a tough choice. Thank you for giving a hand today.” Callie smiled as she cleaned with a large trash bag. “Do you need any help ” a voice behind her asked. Callie turned, surprised to see Tamara. “I know you made a promise to clean up the garden, and I wanted to come to help you. My mom said she could take us to Fun World next weekend.” With joint efforts, they finished the cleaning. Both Callie and Tamara realized that once a promise is made, it needs to be kept.
范文二：
Callie spent the rest of the evening thinking about her decision. The amusement park! It was like a magical place she had dreamed of for such a long time. Just thinking about those amazing roller coasters that make your heart pound like crazy. It was as if every part of her was shouting, "Go and have an awesome time!" However, the promise to her neighbor was bothering her a lot. It was like a heavy burden on her. How could she just break her word Her mind was a mess! In the end, she decided that her promise to her neighbor was more important, but it was a decision that cost her dearly, like sacrificing a precious jewel.
On Sunday, Callie met Mrs. Baker at the empty lot. Callie arrived, armed with a large trash bag, ready to start the battle. As she bent down to pick up trash, a familiar voice rang out. Turning around, she was shocked and overjoyed to see Tamara. "I know you have this promise to keep, so I'm here to help. We can go to Fun World Later,” Tamara said with a bright smile. Callie's trash bag swallowed up the trash like a hungry beast, while Tamara's rake moved swiftly, gathering the mess like a skilled adult. Callie thought it had once been a tough choice. However, looking at the fruits of their labor, Callie felt it was a happy choice, a blissful choice, and a right choice.
听力原文
(Text 1)
M: How did Ricky's soccer game go
W: It's the same old story. How I wish that for once they would just accept the fact that the other team played better than them and stop shouting at the referee.
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M: What color should we paint the walls Does blue look good in here
W: It makes no difference to me.
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W: Working from home is a great way for people with kids to balance jobs and families.
M: Yes. In fact, more and more positions at my company allow working from home. We have a lot of working parents.
W: Right, and it is good for the environment.
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M: I forgot to get a new pen for tomorrow's art class. Do you know when the campus store opens in the morning
W: You'd better try the mall tonight. Your class starts early.
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W: The sports center has two newly added pools: a heated baby pool, and the other one for underwater diving. You can also have sailing lessons on the lake.
M: I know, but they're not starting diving lessons until next year, so there's only one choice left for me.
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W: How did you find our place From the Internet or the newspaper
M: Oh, I saw a for-rent sign on your window. I am looking for a two-bedroom apartment.
W: You are in luck. We do have a two-bedroom apartment available. It is rather new and the rent is quite reasonable. In fact, I don't think you will be able to find a place like this anywhere near here.
M: How about the furniture
W: It is equipped with all the furniture that you'll need.
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W: I worry about whether my students are inspired by the activities I do with them sometimes. I just expect them to be as excited about math as I am.
M: I think when a teacher's motivated, that can't fail to make an impression. Sure, your students will think you're crazy if you talk about math as if it were an exciting sport, but eventually they'll start feeling the same way.
W: Yeah, I was reading about some techniques I could try in the classroom to keep their interest levels up. I've been trying to get some more hands-on stuff into my classes rather than sticking to boring theories.
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W: Did you go to that play in the end
M: I did, and it was an interesting experience.
W: Why's that
M: Well, for a start, the theater was in Pelham Street. Now I've walked up and down that street many times, but I never realized there was a theater there.
W: No, nor had I. Has it always been there
M: Apparently. Anyway, it took me forever to locate this theater and when I finally got inside, wow, can you believe how tiny it is I shouldn't think it holds more than about forty people.
W: And the play
M: Only a handful of people turned up for last night's performance. I'm not surprised though — it was rather unprofessional. They could have done with using at least a bit of make-up and learning their parts better. They just about managed to cover up their mistakes by sparing no effort to act.
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W: Would you please spare me a few minutes, please, Mr. Brown
M: Yes, of course. What's the problem
W: I've never gotten a D in my life ... before this, I mean. I never miss classes. I just don't know what happened on that test.
M: I think I remember this. You stopped after Question 15. There were 5 questions you left blank.
W: You know, as soon as I finished Question 15, you announced that it was time for us to hand in the paper.
M: Oh, I see. But you did a good job on the questions you responded to.
W: Maybe you won't believe me, but I know the answers to the 5 questions. I was hoping you might give me a chance to do an extra test.
M: Hmm, I don't know about that. But if you want to finish the test right now, and your answers are satisfactory, then I'll add some points to your grade.
W: You will I know the answers.
M: I can't give you full credits for your answers. That wouldn't be fair to other students. OK, now you will have 15 minutes to finish the 5 questions you left blank.
W: That'll be great. Thank you very much.
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M: I want to tell you today about a travel company called Space Adventures. It offers ordinary people the chance to experience what it is like to be an astronaut. The trips involve a three-day tour. On the first day, tourists fly to Moscow and have pre-flight briefings. On the following day they transfer to Star City, the center of the Russian space program. They are given the opportunity to experience weightless flight in space in a Russian aircraft for two hours. They spend the next day doing some sightseeing in Moscow. Concerns have been expressed that fuel is wasted on these purely leisure trips and that this may result in the creation of waste gases. However, the company points out that the rocket fuel is oxygen combined with hydrogen which, when burnt, makes the familiar and environmentally safe compound called water. It insists that the only environmental problem is noise but the impact be minimized by putting the vehicles in places where there are not many people. If you want to have a once-in-a-lifetime trip, why not experience a space flight yourself Go to the company's website at www. and start your wonderful journey.
