2025年育才高级中学高二年级12月月考英语试题
考试时间：120分钟 满分：150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。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 gift did the woman get from her friend
A. A watch. B. A scarf. C. A book of poetry.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A picture. B. A snack. C. A country.
3. What will the man do today
A. Book plane tickets. B. Finish a performance report. C. Have lunch with the woman.
4. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Good friends. B. Parent and child. C. Salesperson and customer.
5. Why does the woman make the call
A. To check the delivery progress.
B. To ask about the location of a port.
C. To complain about the bad weather.
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。每段对话或独自后有几个小题，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. How old is David
A. 15 years old B. 23 years old. C. 28 years old
7. What does David look like
A. He is short. B. He has small eyes. C. He has straight hair.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What kind of shows does the man dislike watching
A. Reality shows. B. Wildlife shows. C. News shows.
9. How did the man feel about the drama he saw yesterday
A. It was satisfactory. B. It was disappointing. C. It was just so-so.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How does the man know that Cathy did well in the exams？
A. From her teacher. B. From their parents. C. From her expression.
11. In which of the following exams did Cathy perform best this time
A. Math. B. Physics. C. History.
12. What kind of ticket did the man buy for Cathy
A. One to a movie. B. One to a concert. C. One to a talk show.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. Why did the man take a trip to Sia Oasis
A. It was a very popular tourist spot.
B. His family suggested going there.
C. He wanted to get away from work stress.
14. How many nights was the man supposed to stay in Siwa Oasis
A. Two nights. B. Three nights. C. Five nights.
15. What did the man think of his lunch on the first day of the trip
A. It was tasteless. B. It was overdone. C. It was too spicy
16. What did the man do on the first day of the trip
A. He went hiking. B. He had a picnic. C. He saw a doctor.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Why have some Finnish schools brought books back to the classrooms
A. To spend less on electronic products.
B. To avoid depending heavily on educational technology.
C. To get rid of the negative effects of screens on children.
18. When did Rihimaki's middle schools stop using most books
A. In 2018. B. In 2017. C. In 2014.
19. What did Miko Mantila and Inka Warro say about the return of books
A. They missed using electronic products.
B. It improved their ability to focus.
C. It made them go to sleep late.
20. Who is Minna Peltopuro
A. A teacher. B. A psychologist. C. A government official.
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题，每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项
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School Library Notice
Welcome to our school library. It’s a lively center for learning, stocked with over 10,000 books, 50 kinds of magazines, and a range of digital resources — from e-books to educational videos. Whether you’re prepping for exams, exploring new hobbies, or just relaxing with a story, there’s something here for everyone. To keep this space enjoyable for all, please follow these guidelines.
Borrowing Books
Each student can borrow up to 3 books at a time. This includes popular novels, science textbooks, and history books — perfect for both study and leisure. Borrowed books can be kept for 2 weeks, but if you need more time, you can renew them once for an extra week.
Note that magazines (like Teen Life and Science Today) and reference books (such as Oxford dictionaries and world atlases) stay in the library. They’re often needed by many students, so keeping them on-site ensures everyone can use them when required.
Upcoming Activities
1. Book Talk
On October 15th, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm, join Mr. Brown (our librarian with 10 years of experience) in the lecture hall. He’ll share tips on finding books that match your interests — whether you love fantasy stories or need help picking study guides. No sign-up is needed; just bring a notebook if you’d like to take notes!
2. Reading Competition
Test your reading skills on October 22nd, 3:30 pm — 5:30 pm in the activity room. Tasks include answering questions about classic novels, summarizing short stories, and even acting out favorite book scenes. Winners get gift cards to the school bookstore (up to $50) — perfect for buying new books or stationery. To join, sign up by October 20th at the front desk — don’t miss out.
Rules for All Visitors
Keep voices low — whisper when talking to friends.
No snacks or drinks (we don’t want spills on books).
If you flip through a book but don’t borrow it, place it in the “return cart” near the exit — staff will put it back in the right spot.
Always bring your student ID — scan it at the entrance to get in.
21．How long can a student keep borrowed books at most
A．A week. B．Two weeks. C．Three weeks. D．A month.
22．What can students do in the Book Talk activity
A．Win gift cards for the school bookstore.
B．Learn how to choose books that interest them.
C．Act out favorite scenes from classic novels.
D．Summarize short stories with other participants.
23．Which of the following is TRUE according to the notice
A．Magazines can be taken home for 2 weeks.
B．The Book Talk will be held on October 20th.
C．Students need to sign up to join the reading competition.
D．Students can enter the library by scanning their faces.
B
Bill Brown, a 96-year-old soldier, has lived through everything from World War II to the rise of the Internet. But of all the history he’s seen, Brown says it was the Great Depression that might have had the greatest impact on his life. “People came to help me and my parents during the Depression, and I always felt I had a debt (债务) to pay,” Brown said.
The Browns have lived in Bronson for about 35 years. When Bill was in his 60s, he helped tend a vegetable garden at their home. Whenever they had a lot of produce, they would give their vegetables to nearby families in need. As they began serving more communities, they founded the Children’s Table. The small community food bank in North Central Florida has served thousands of families in around ten counties over the years. These are counties with high poverty rates, and little to no public transportation, as well as many areas that could be considered “food deserts”.
In these areas, the Children’s Table is a lifeline, not only providing fresh food but helping families make ends meet. The food bank holds weekly distributions (分发) every Monday at its headquarters in Bronson. They ask for a suggested $10 donation (捐赠), and in return customers receive about $100 to $150 in groceries. The donations are what keeps the organization running because they don’t rely on outside financial support. But no one is ever turned away if they can’t pay.
The organization has served more than 1.5 million meals this year alone. Each week, around 200 cars pass through to pick up food. Some begin arriving more than an hour before the distribution starts, and the line can spread half a mile down the road.
24. What inspired Bill Brown to help others
A. His parents’ behavior. B. The rise of the Internet.
C. His past experiences. D. The crisis facing his neighbors.
25. Why did the Browns found the Children’s Table
A. To promote their products. B. To make money for a living.
C. To earn a good reputation. D. To help more communities.
26. What can we infer from the last paragraph
A. There is a great need for food. B. People are eager to donate money.
C. The organization has limited service hours. D. The organization provides high-quality food.
27. What is the main idea of the text
A. A family garden’s development into a big business.
B. A community’s collective effort to fight against poverty.
C. A man’s lifelong commitment to paying forward kindness.
D. A soldier’s remarkable military career and personal growth.
C
The development of small, portable tracking tags (标签)has changed biologists’ understanding of animal behavior, but limitations in technology have left much of underwater life unresearched, according to Robert Lennox, a biologist at Dalhousie University.
Take the delta smelt, a silvery fish native to California’s Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. There were lots of them before, but pollution, non-native species and pumping too much water have made them almost extinct. To help with their recovery, scientists aim to restore the area and manage water flow, but fundamental questions about the fish’s behavior remain unanswered, such as their migration (迁徙) patterns and egg-laying locations.
Existing tracking tags are too heavy for the tiny delta smelt, often harming or killing them when being put in. However, recent breakthroughs in tagging technology are offering new insights into the lives of these small swimmers. Designing underwater trackers is challenging because water weakens signals, requiring larger batteries and making tags more burdensome. Researchers aim for tags weighing no more than 2% of an animal’s weight, translating to just 0.06 grams for the delta smelt.
Scientists at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have taken on this challenge and made energy-rich tiny batteries and better signal senders. Their experimental tags, roughly the size of a grain of rice, can transmit (传输) signals for nearly 40 days, enabling the tracking of fish migrations over long distances. PNNL researchers have already begun using these tags to study juvenile American shad, an at-risk species affected by dam construction.
Eric Chapman, a fish biologist, and his team are eager to use PNNL’s new tags on the delta smelt, hoping to put tagged fish into the delta by 2026. However, challenges still exist, including the need for high-frequency receivers to find signals from small tags. Despite these problems, new technology promises to deepen our understanding of small species that support entire ecosystems, potentially transforming conservation efforts.
28. What is a major challenge in designing underwater tracking tags
A. The size of the animal. B. The cost of materials.
C. The water weakening signals. D. The need to carry a battery.
29. What can we learn about the tracking tags of the PNNL
A. They are too large to be used on the delta smelt.
B. They are designed to transmit signals for a long period.
C. They have been widely applied to study various fish species.
D. They require little improvement for immediate conservation use.
30. What is the author’s attitude towards the new tagging technology
A. Neutral. B. Uncaring. C. Pessimistic. D. Optimistic.
31. What can be the best title for the text
A. Tiny Trackers Take to the Water.
B. Tracking Devices Face Technical Difficulties.
C. A New Method Helps Fish Species Migrate.
D. A Long-Standing Problem Fish Biologists Meet.
D
There have been claims that left-handed people（左撇子）, about 10% of the population, would have a slight advantage in creativity. Divergent (发散性的)thinking — the ability to explore many possible solutions to a problem in a short time and make unexpected connections — is supported more by the right half of the brain.
The researchers conducted a meta-analysis — sorting through nearly 1,000 relevant scientific papers published since 1900. Most were weeded out（淘汰）because they did not report data in a standardized way or included only rightsies（惯用左手的人）, leaving 17 studies reporting nearly 50 effect sizes.
The meta-analysis showed that handedness made little difference in the three most common laboratory tests of its link to divergent thinking; if anything, rightsies had a small advantage in some tests. “If you look at the literature on the whole, the data do not support any advantage in creative thinking for lefties,” said Daniel Casanto, associate professor of psychology at Cornell University. “In fact, there is some evidence that rightsies are more creative in some laboratory tests, and strong evidence that rightsies are overrepresented in professions that require the greatest creativity.”
What has maintained the belief in lefties’ special creativity One factor, the researchers consider, is left-handed exceptionalism: the idea that it’s rare to be a lefty and rare to be a creative genius, so perhaps one explains the other. Another is the popular opinion that creative genius is linked to mental illness. It turns out lefties, who are more likely to be artists, experience higher rates of depression and schizophrenia（a mental illness）.
Finally, Casanto said, the urban legend is a case study in statistical (数据的)cherry picking — frequent quoting over the years from a small number of studies with small or biased (片面的)samples. “The focus on the two creative professions where lefties are overrepresented, art and music, is a really common and tricky statistical error that humans make all the time,” Casanto said. “People generalized that there are so many left-handed artists and musicians, so lefties must be more creative. But if you survey many professions without bias(偏见), that so-called lefty advantage will perish.”
32. How was the meta-analysis carried out
A. By testing people in labs. B. By studying some previous data.
C. By comparing scientific papers on rightsies. D. By surveying creative professionals across many fields.
33. What did the meta-analysis find
A. Lefties have clear advantages. B. Laboratory tests are sometimes unreliable.
C. Rights show a slight advantage in some areas. D. There are obvious differences between lefties and rights.
34. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about
A. The factors that keep the belief in left-handers’ special creativity alive.
B. The evidence that proves right-handers are more creative.
C. The statistical error in judging left-handers’ creativity from rare cases.
D. The link between left-handedness and artistic jobs.
35. What does the underlined word “perish” in the last paragraph probably mean
A. Disappear. B. Surface. C. Function. D. Form.
第二节 七选五(共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。有两项为多余选项。
Don’t think it’s an impossible task to pass your reading tests. Lots of people have shared their successful reading secrets here. 36
Read a passage twice before looking up an unknown word.
If you’re reading to gain new vocabulary,you should treat it as a “fill in the blanks” exercise. At first, you’ll have to read every paragraph twice. 37 The second time you read it, focus on the words you don’t know. Try and work out what each word means from the sentences before and after. If you had to guess the meaning, what would it be
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Whenever you are reading in English and learn a new word, don’t let it slip away! Write it down with a short definition (定义) or a little drawing. Some students like to keep a specific notebook for this—their own personal dictionaries! Several studies have shown that writing a piece of information down on paper helps you to remember it more easily.
Read out loud.
If you’re going to put time in your reading skills, you may as well get some extra practice for your speaking skills too! 39 It’s a great way to get used to speaking English too.
Divide your time into skim reading and deep reading.
You should spend some of your reading time “skim- reading” texts. This way, you learn how to get a general sense of what’s going on without understanding every single word. 40 This is when you really focus on understanding everything that’s going on.
A. Write down new words.
B. Try reading some passages out loud to yourself.
C. It’s normal to forget how to read words correctly.
D. Reading resources should be a little hard for you to skim.
E. You should spend the rest of your reading time “deep reading” texts.
F. Follow these tips to make use of your reading time as effectively as possible.
G. The first time, you’ll probably get the general idea but be confused by a few words.
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题;每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I’ve spent my life avoiding uncomfortable situations.
As a work-from-home mother of three, I spent my days driving children to school and then sticking to my daily 41 . I’d go to the same gym, 42 at the same store, and walk the same neighbourhood path.
One fall morning, I was out on a walk with a close friend. This woman is independent and brave, to whom I often turn for advice. As we talked about our daily life, I 43 the topic to fear. I admitted that I felt 44 in my comfortable zone but didn’t know how to walk out.
The advice she gave me changed my life. “Starting 45 , get started no matter what,” she said. “Starting today, do something every day that 46 you.”
I decided to 47 her advice and began to make conversation with the cashier at my regular store and order something 48 at my favourite restaurant. I gave myself permission to 49 new and frightening opportunity.
My wise friend’s advice became my life’s 50 . In the years to come, following this advice 51 changed my life and opened doors which I didn’t even know had been closed. Heart racing, and stomach aching were once signs of danger, but now they were signs of opportunity. I get to try and fail, feel fear and choose to be 52 every single day.
Fear is a 53 . Without it, I’d still be at my regular seat asking for the same sandwich instead of sitting in a café telling the waiter to “ 54 me.” Accepting opportunities that frighten me has 55 me with the knowledge that I can do hard things.
41.A. schedule B. exercise C. update D. report
42.A. chat B. work C. shop D. wait
43.A. continued B. followed C. changed D. applied
44.A. annoyed B. trapped C. grateful D. regretful
45.A. early B. big C. late D. small
46.A. delights B. frightens C. confuses D. attracts
47.A. take B. share C. oppose D. seek
48.A. new B. expensive C. quick D. simple
49.A. offer B. exchange C. miss D. explore
50.A. story B. challenge C. belief D. style
51.A. completely B. extremely C. specifically D. formally
52.A. anxious B. brave C. independent D. determined
53.A. wonder B. moment C. gift D. matter
54.A. strike B. contact C. embarrass D. surprise
55.A. lectured B. crowded C. touched D. provided
第二节 语法填空 (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。
Immersive (沉浸式的) experience brand “Deep Space 8K 3D” has undergone an update with two groundbreaking new themes: “Deep Space Ocean” and “Deep Space Uniview”.
This update, ____56____ centers on exploring the ocean and the universe, will provide audiences with ____57____ even more breathtaking sensory experience.
“Deep Space 8K 3D” covers an area of 400 square meters. Since its opening at the West Bund Museum in December 2023, more than 1,800 performances ____58____ (present), making it a destination popular among ____59____ (visitor).
The two themes deeply combine ____60____ (advance) technology with the spirit of Chinese exploration. Professor Cui Weicheng remarked that the best approach ____61____ science popularization is to make people feel the most dynamic pulse (脉搏) of science. Under his ____62____ (guide), “Deep Space Ocean” took root in the latest achievements of China’s deep-sea exploration tasks. By ____63____ (transform) scientific data from 10,000-meter dives into appreciable visual language, it gives audiences an opportunity to ____64____ (vivid) observe the technological advancements and scientific spirit of China’s deep-sea exploration.
“Deep Space Uniview” combines the cosmic (宇宙的) observation databases from NASA and the ESA with the discoveries from the Chang’e and Tianwen probes, creating an active story that allows the audience ____65____ (witness) significant cosmic occurrences, including the formation of galaxies. Besides, it represents a strategic change from single-point innovation to ecological development within the industry’s landscape.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假定你李华，你们学校举办了一个英语演讲比赛，请你以“Healthy eating”为主题写一篇演讲稿，内容包含以下三点：
1.健康饮食的意义；
2.学生中存在的不良饮食现象；
3.给出健康饮食的建议。
注意：1.写作词数应为80个左右；2.可适当增加细节，以使行文流畅。
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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。
A Father’s Day Surprise
“Mano, do you know when Father’s Day is celebrated ” Ali asked his sister.
“Yes, it is going to be celebrated on June 19 this year. Yesterday my friend and I were talking about it.” Mano replied.
“Do you have any idea how we should celebrate this day and make it memorable for Dad ” Ali asked.
“Hmm... I was thinking about it too and have some ideas.” Mano answered excitedly. “What are you kids talking about ” their mum asked, entering their room.
“Mum, we were wondering about how to celebrate Father’s Day.” Mano said.
“Oh, I am surprised you kids remembered! Well, I am thinking of cooking some favorite dishes for your father. You both should think of ways to decorate(装饰) the house beautifully.”Mum said.
“That would be great!”said Mano and Ali together. Both of them got up smiling, thinking of hundreds of ways to celebrate Father’s Day. Mum went to the kitchen, and Mano and Ali started doing their homework. But soon Ali noticed Mano deep in thought so he asked what the matter was. “Ali, I was thinking that our parents do everything for us and in return they want nothing. Isn’t it bad that we never think about them and are always concerned about our needs ” Mano replied. “Sometimes we are so busy with our lives that we don’t pay proper attention to our parents. We should listen to whatever they say properly and answer them. We must also study hard to get good grades.” Ali nodded.
The next day, all three of them, Mano, Ali and their mum, got busy preparing their surprise celebration for Father’s Day. Mano drew a family picture with her crayons, Ali bought balloons and candles and began writing a poem which he planned to sing that day. In short, a lot of things were being planned and prepared.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
Finally, when Father’s day came, both Ali and Mano came home from school and started decorating the house.
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Paragraph 2:
Ali and Mano cried out together, “Happy Father’s Day!”
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听力
1-5:CBACA 6-10:BCABC 11-15:ABCBA 16-20:CCABB
阅读
21-23：CBC 24-27: CDAC 28-31:CBDA 32-35:BCAA
36-40: FGABE
完形填空
41-45：ACCBD 46-50：BAADC 51-55：ABCDD
语法填空
56. which 57. an 58. have been presented 59. visitors 60. advanced
61. to 62. guidance 63. transforming 64. vividly 65. to witness
作文
小作文范文：
Good morning, everyone!
I feel honored to deliver a speech here. As we all know, we are what we eat. Therefore, it’s very important for us to form healthy eating habits.
However, bad eating habits are still very common among us students. Some of us often go to school without eating breakfast, some like to have snacks, some others are particular about food. All these bad habits will surely do harm to our health.
From my point of view, we should have various foods in order to keep fit. Besides, we should try to develop healthy eating habits to build up a strong body. Only in this way can we have enough energy to study better.
That’s all. Thanks for your listening!
续写范文：
Finally, when Father’s day came, both Ali and Mano came home from school and started decorating the house. Ali quickly cleaned the living room and continued with the decoration, putting up the colorful balloons and presenting the birthday cake. At the same time, Mano took out the family picture. They were about to practice singing the poem when the delicious smell came from the kitchen. Surely it was Mom that prepared the big meal. French toast and chicken porridge, both of which were father’s favorite dishes, were ready. Eventually, everything was settled. Ali and Mano stood beside the door, waiting for their father eagerly. Then Dad came in.
Ali and Mano cried out together, “Happy Father’s Day!” Hearing the words, so glad was Dad that his face lit up. “We have a surprise for you!” added Ali, pointing at the decorations. When he saw the dinner, his eyes widened and twinkled with excitement. He couldn’t help tasting a bit of chick soup, explaining that it was the best dish he had ever had. Mom smiled heartily and exchanged a gentle glance with Ali and Mano. What a beautiful and sweet surprise! The room was filled with happiness.
听力原稿：
Text 1
最珍贵的礼物
M: The best gift I ever received is a watch from my grandfather. It reminds me of him every day.
W: That's meaningful! I have two special gifts handmade scarf from my mom and a book of poetry fro my friend.
Text2 糖葫芦
W: What's the red thing on a stick It looks so interesting.
M: Oh, it's called tanghulu, a traditional Chinese snack. The red part is sugar-coated hawthorn fruits.
Text3 订机票
M: Mary, have you made our plane reservations yet
W: Oh, sorry. I've been too busy with my sales performance report to do that.
M: Never mind. I'II call the airline and book the tickets during the lunch break today.
Text 4 买玩具
W: Hello, I'd like to get a toy for my friend's child.
M: What kind of toy are you looking for
W: I want to get him something special.
M: We have a robot that is very rare and unique among children's toys.
Text5 咨询物流进度
W: Hi, I'm calling about the order I placed. The goods are supposed to arrive today, but there's been sign of them. What's going on
M: I'm sorry. There was a delay at the port due to bad weather. The shipment will be put off by three days.
Text6 老友
W: When did you last see David
M: Eight years ago.
W: Do you think you’ll still recognize him
M: I don’t think so. He was only fifteen years old then. I remember he had big bright eyes. But who knows what he looks like now
W: I actually saw him a few days ago. He’s really changed a lot. His hair used to be curly, but now it’s short and straight. And he’s grown much taller.
M: I hope to see him one day.
Text 7
电视节目
W: Besides the news and wildlife shows, what else do you watch on TV
M: Actually, not much. Most TV shows these days are not to my taste. Reality shows are everywhere. They are too dramatic and I can't get anything of value from them.
W: I agree. But sometimes, there are good TV dramas. I watched a drama about art history recently. It was really interesting
M: I watched a drama yesterday. The storyline was too hard to understand and the acting was not good.
I like educational channels better, because they have more useful information.
Text8 取得好成绩
W: I got the exam results today.
M: I'm certain you got good grades.
W: Yes. Wait, how can you be so sure Did Mom and Dad say anything Or my teacher
M: Look at your smile! It's written all over your face, Cathy.
W: Alright. What a relief, though! All the hard work finally paid off. I was a bit worried about the math exam, but I actually got a perfect score! But in history and physics, I got A minus. I was aiming for at least an A in all my subjects.
M: A perfect score in math is no easy feat. You should be proud of yourself! You've worked so hard. So, how will you celebrate
W: I'm thinking of having a movie night or watching a talk show with some friends.
M: Actually, I've already bought you a ticket to the concert you've always wanted to go to.
W: You're the best, bro!
Text 9
“难忘”的旅行经历
W: Have you ever had a really memorable travel experience
M: I'm thinking about a trip I took with my family. I was super stressed out from working on a big project, so I decided to plan a trip to Siwa Oasis. I hoped it would help me forget all my worries. I thought the trip would be fun, but it turned out to be quite the opposite.
W: Really What happened
M: We set off on Friday morning and planned to be back on Monday night.
On the first day, we stopped at a restaurant for lunch. But the food was terrible. It wasn't cooked for long enough and didn't have any flavor. I like spicy food, so it was disappointing.
W: That's too bad. Then what else
M: After checking into the hotel, I got a severe stomachache. I had to go to the hospital. The doctor said the stomachache might be caused by the food I ate. I was so sad because I wanted to have fun, like going hiking or having a picnic by the lake. Instead, I was in the hospital. My parents finally took me home early for proper treatment.
W: That's a tough experience. But at least your parents were there with you.
M: Yeah, that's true.
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W:In the autumn of 2024, students in the Finnish town of Rihimaki headed back to school with backpacks full of books. This marked a change from recent years. For the past 10 years, the Finnish government has pushed computers and other electronic products in the classroom. But Finnish parents and teachers have become increasingly concerned about the effects of screens on children.
Rihimaki is a town of about 30,000 people. It sits 70 kilometers north of the capital, Helsinki. In 2018, the town's middle schools stopped using most books. But in 2024, schools in Riihimaki went back to pens and paper.
Across Finland, children's learning results have been slowly getting worse in recent years. Therefore, the government plans new laws to ban the use of electronic products, such as phones, during school hours to cut back on screen time.
Eighth-graders Miko Mantila and Inka Warro, both 14, said their concentration has improved since books returned to the classroom. "If you have to do homework late at night, it's easier to go to sleep when you haven't just been looking at an electronic product," Warro said.
Minna Peltopuro is a psychologist working with the town on the change. She said that too much use of electronic products comes with both physical and mental risks, such as eye problems and growing anxiety.
