2025—2026学年度上期高2028届期末考试
英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 满 分：150分
第一部分 听力（共两节；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答
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。每段对话读两遍。
1. When will the meeting be held
A. At 2:00 pm. B. At 4:00 pm. C. At 5:00 pm.
2. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Shop assistant and customer. B. Mother and son. C. Teacher and student.
3. What is the man probably doing
A. Reading a menu. B. Placing an order. C. Making a complaint.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a school office. B. In a hotel room. C. In a restaurant kitchen.
5. How much will the man pay
A. $100. B. $135. C. $150.
第二节（共 15小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5分）
听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选项中选出最
佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5
秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第 6段材料，回答第 6、7题。
6. What’s wrong with the man
A. His face gets sunburnt. B. His teeth ache terribly. C. His voice is almost gone.
7. What does the woman ask the man to do now
A. Take some medicine. B. Have a rest. C. Have an X-ray.
听第 7段材料，回答第 8至第 10题。
8. What are the speakers doing
A. Touring a museum. B. Reading a history book. C. Watching an old movie.
9. What does the woman say about the vase (花瓶)
A. It was sold on TV. B. It is worth a lot. C. It was created 400 years ago.
10. What is the man’s plan
A. To frequent the museum.
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第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（共 11小题；每小题 2.5分，满分 27.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C 和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Going underground
The Subway is the easiest way to get around the City Centre and West End of Glasgow. Running every
four minutes at peak times, it takes just 24 minutes to complete a circuit of the 15 stations and costs only
1.80 for an adult to travel anywhere on the system.
First Trains Last Trains
Outer Circle Mon. to Sat. Sun. Outer Circle Mon. to Sat. Sun.
From Govan 06:30 10:00 From Govan 23:16 17:50
From St Enoch 06:34 10:03 From St Enoch 23:30 18:03
Inner Circle Mon. to Sat. Sun. Inner Circle Mon. to Sat. Sun.
From Govan 06:30 10:00 From Govan 23:16 17:50
From St Enoch 06:32 10:00 From St Enoch 23:28 18:00
Subway tickets
Type Adult Child** * Unlimited travel for one day.
Single 1.80 0.85 **Applies to children under 16 years old.
Return 3.40 1.60 Children under 5 travel for free if accompanied by
One-day* 4.30 2.15 a fare paying adult.
21. According to the notice board, which of the following is TRUE
A. An adult ticket for a full circuit costs 1.80.
B. The subway is the only way to travel in the city.
C. The subway runs every 4 minutes any time of the day.
D. An entire journey of 24 stations takes less than 15 minutes.
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22. To arrive at Kelvinbridge on a weekday morning as soon as possible, you can take the earliest train from
St. Enoch at ________.
A. 06:34 B. 10:03 C. 10:00 D. 6:32
23. A couple taking a 15-year-old and a newborn on a ONE-DAY trip in Glasgow can maximize their
subway experience by paying ________.
A. 6.45 B. 8.40 C. 10.75 D. 12.90
B
As Ginni Bazlinton reached Antarctica, she found herself greeted by a group of little Gentoo penguins
longing to say hello. These gentle, lovely gatekeepers welcomed her and kick-started what was to be a trip
Ginni would never forget.
Ever since her childhood, Ginni, now 71, has had a deep love for travel. Throughout her career as a
professional dancer, she toured in the UK, but always longed to explore further. When she retired from
dancing and her sons eventually flew the nest, she decided it was time to take the plunge.
After taking a degree at Chichester University in Related Arts, Ginni began to travel the world,
eventually getting work teaching English in Chile. And it was in Chile that she discovered she could get
last-minute cheap deals on ships going to Antarctica from the islands off Tierra del Fuego, the southernmost
tip of the South American mainland. “I just decided I wanted to go, ” she says. “I had no idea about what I’d
find there and I wasn’t nervous. I just wanted to do it. And I wanted to do it alone as I always prefer it that
way. ”
In March 2008, Ginni boarded a ship with 48 passengers she’d never met before, to begin the journey
towards Antarctica. “From seeing the wildlife to witnessing sunrises, the whole experience was amazing.
Antarctica left an impression on me that no other place has,” Ginni says. “I remember the first time I saw a
humpback whale; it just rose out of the water like some prehistoric creature and I thought it was smiling at us.
You could still hear the operatic sounds it was making underwater.”
The realization that this is a precious land, to be respected by humans, was one of the biggest things that
hit home to Ginni.
24. Which of the following best explains “take the plunge” in paragraph 2
A. Bring back lost memories. B. Try challenging things.
C. Take a degree. D. Stick to a promise.
25. What made Ginni decide on the trip to Antarctica
A. Lovely penguins. B. Beautiful scenery.
C. A discount fare. D. A friend’s invitation.
26. What does Ginni think about Antarctica after the journey
A. It could be a home for her. B. It should be well preserved.
C. It needs to be fully introduced. D. It should be easily accessible.
27. What is the text mainly about
A. An unforgettable travel experience. B. Meeting animals in Antarctica.
C. Sailing around the world. D. A childhood dream.
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C
Eat more when you are stressed You’re not alone. More than a third of the participants in a survey said
they change their diets during stressful times.
Many of us are quick to turn to either sugary foods or highly refined carbohydrates (碳水化合物) when
the stress hits. “There can be a bit of a vicious cycle,” says David Ludwig, a professor at Harvard University.
“When we feel stressed, we seek foods that are going to relieve us immediately, but often those foods lead to
surges and crashes in hormones and blood sugar that increase our new stresses”.
So, if eating lots of refined carbohydrates and sugar may worsen our responses to stress, are there other
types of food that make us more resilient Researcher Joe Hibbeln believes the answer is yes. He has spent
the past two decades researching connections between the omega-3 fatty acids (omega-3s) found in fish and
emotional health. He also points to clinical trials that have found that omega-3s may help control depressive
symptoms. And a study of schoolchildren in England linked omega-3s to more pro-social behavior.
Drew Ramsey, a psychiatrist (精神病学家) at Columbia University, says a nutrient-rich diet is best for
beating stress. He points to his favorite breakfast: scrambled eggs mixed with the greens and topped with
pumpkin seeds. With this meal, you are covering all your bases, Ramsey says. The eggs are a good source of
B vitamins and protein, which can be more satisfactory than a carbohydrates-based breakfast. The greens are
incredibly nutrient-dense, and are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin K and potassium. And the pumpkin
seeds are a good source of magnesium, which is thought to play a role in fighting off anxiety — and zinc,
which may help boost the immune system.
The bottom line The foods we choose can’t magic away stress. But Ramsey says he believes “There is
a very, very strong connection between food and mood”.
28. What does David Ludwig say about the foods we seek when stressed
A. They are full of nutrients.
B. They help get rid of stress.
C. They have long-term benefits.
D. They provide instant comfort.
29. What does Joe Hibbeln’s research focus on
A. The working principle of omega-3s.
B. Depressive behaviors of schoolchildren.
C. The links between omega-3s and emotional health.
D. The reasons why refined foods contribute to anxiety.
30. Why does Ramsey introduce his favourite breakfast
A. To illustrate his ways of beating hunger.
B. To show the emotional support from a diet.
C. To attach importance to all kinds of vitamins.
D. To give examples of making delicious breakfast.
31. Which of the following might be a suitable title for the text
A. More Food, More Comfort.
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B. Healthier Diet, Better Mood.
C. Regular Eating, Reduced Stress.
D. Authentic recipe, Excellent Fitness.
第二节（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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
What began as a simple backyard game in 1965 has exploded into a global phenomenon. 32 Its
growth is so rapid that enthusiastic “picklers” are actively trying to get it included in the 2028 Olympic
Games. But what exactly is this sport
Pickleball is played on a badminton-sized court with a slightly lowered tennis net, using square paddles
and a small plastic ball that’s similar in size to a tennis ball, but much lighter. 33 If your opponent
fails to return the ball over the net, either from the serve or in a rally (对打), you get the point. Matches can
be played in doubles or singles, and games are played to 11 points.
Part of the appeal is that you don’t have to be super athletic to pick it up. 34 You can vary
the intensity — going all out or taking a slower pace. As a low-impact workout, it is also easy on the joints
(关节), making it a lifelong sport that attracts everyone. Fans range from kids to seniors.
35 You don’t need to join a league or have a pickleball court to get in on the action. It can be
played in non-traditional spaces like gymnasiums and parking lots. Any smooth surface will work, as long as
you have a net, a ball and a paddle.
As you rally back and forth on the court, you’re not just working on your skills but also sharing laughs
and creating memories. You meet players of varying ages and backgrounds, which enriches conversations
and broadens perspectives. Joining local leagues or casual matches creates opportunities to build friendships
and gain support networks centered around shared passion. 36
The growing popularity of pickleball reflects its universal appeal, uniting people through a common
love of play. So grab a paddle and join this exciting global movement.
A. This accessibility extends to where you can play.
B. The aim is to hit the ball over the net to the other side.
C. Pickleball suits serious athletes and weekend players alike.
D. Experienced players use spin shots to gain an advantage during a game.
E. The equipment required is specialized but widely available in sports stores.
F. By 2026, pickleball is expected to be played by over 36 million people across the globe.
G. No wonder the sport is becoming a favorite for those seeking greater social engagement.
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分 40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。
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I once worked in the remote but beautiful countryside. All farm work can, in my experience, 37 a
person to develop a Spartan (斯巴达的) will.
From the age of eight, I had to contribute my share of 38 along with my parents and two elder
brothers. On the hottest summer days when the air 39 flowed, I knelt in a paddy (稻田) field with my
knees deep in mud. The bugs and worms in the water 40 into my skin, and the sun burned my back as I
41 . Sweat streamed down; if a drop ran into the eyes, it would 42 tears. So I always kept my face as
low as possible.
I told myself, “Be 43 !” If my parents and brothers could go on taking it, so could I. 44 , I
pulled myself together and dragged myself forward. I learned not to be afraid of difficulties and the meaning
of “You reap (收获) what you 45 .”
“Judge a man not by his face, but by his 46 .” My mother used to say. The land is 47 as long
as you are willing to work on it. When the wind blew and the rice plants moved like 48 in the sea,
breathtakingly beautiful, a deep sense of satisfaction 49 in me.
Although later I went into academic research, I shall always remember what working in the paddy fields
taught me: 50 your feet firmly on the ground, never give up and you will be 51 .
37. A. warn B. train C. remind D. attract
38. A. luck B. wisdom C. wealth D. labour
39. A. hardly B. usually C. gently D. loudly
40. A. climbed B. fell C. bit D. cut
41. A. turned around B. lay down C. stood up D. bent down
42. A. produce B. replace C. hold D. drop
43. A. proud B. patient C. quick D. quiet
44. A. Safely B. Sadly C. Slowly D. Slightly
45. A. find B. sow C. wish D. tend
46. A. books B. clothes C. fields D. neighbours
47. A. acceptable B. enjoyable C. affordable D. dependable
48. A. weeds B. waves C. boats D. fishes
49. A. broke up B. picked up C. welled up D. brought up
50. A. kick B. lift C. drag D. plant
51. A. promoted B. educated C. comforted D. rewarded
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。
When I arrived in China to teach law, I didn’t expect what tea would come to mean. In fact, some of the
most 52 (memory) moments of my time in China happened with a teacup in hand.
In Chengdu, Sichuan province, I enjoyed green tea brewed with exceptionally tender young buds. I
53 (tell) that tea poured from the iconic long-spouted kettle (长嘴壶) is the soul of the local culture:
Bashi (Leisure). In Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, my colleagues took me to a traditional teahouse and asked
the hostess to lead me 54 the full ceremony. She explained every step with 55 (patient).
When it was my turn 56 (take) over, my hands felt awkward — I handled things poorly and made
a little mess. Yet no one stepped in to correct me. The point wasn’t mastery. It was being present, 57
(offer) your full self to the moment. In Quanzhou, Fujian province, I was exploring the historical district
58 I wandered into a tiny studio. The owners invited me to sit for tea. For over an hour, we talked not
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about prices, but about life, family and dreams. It reminded me that in China tea is 59 unique
language of friendship.
In all these moments, I saw something I rarely encounter in my home country — a drink 60
meaning gets as much respect as its flavor. In the West, we often treat tea as functional: something to
energize or calm. In China, it is ceremonial. Even when 61 (share) casually between friends, it
carries an unspoken respect.
第三节 （共 10小题；每小题 1分，满分 10分）
根据下面句子的语境提示和首字母提示，写出所需单词的正确形式，每空一词。在答题卡上作答时，
请写出完整单词。
62. When the fire alarm went off suddenly, people in the building p__________ and rushed towards the exit.
63. After reading the warning label carefully, she became a__________ of the potential risks of using the
chemical product.
64. D__________ the great pressure from the tough training, the young athlete never gave up and finally
won the championship.
65. After he ordered his lunch on Meituan, the meal was d_________ to his address shortly.
66. We are deeply grateful for the g__________ of the local community, who donated a large amount of
money to help the homeless.
67. Modern a__________ has developed rapidly with farmers applying AI technology to their daily work,
greatly increasing crop production.
68. Some mushrooms growing in the wild are p__________, and it’s extremely dangerous to eat them.
69. The weather forecast said it was going to rain for three days in a row, so the sports meeting had to be
p__________ until the following week.
70. This book is highly r___________ by readers as it tells an inspiring story and offers valuable insights
into how you should live your life.
71. Many Chinese families hang red lanterns and red Chinese knots during the Spring Festival, as the red
color usually r__________ happiness and peace in Chinese culture.
第四部分 任务型阅读（共两节，满分 20分）
阅读下面短文，并按要求完成相应任务。
Mary was the art teacher for primary school students. On this particular day, she was guiding them
through the process of drawing a scenic landscape. Akila yawned, clearly disinterested — drawing wasn’t
her thing. A small group of students gathered around Tina, laughing at her unusual drawing: a sun wearing
sunglasses and trees topped with ice cream cones.
Mary instructed Tina firmly but with unease, “Draw it the way I showed you.” As the lesson continued,
Mary started to feel doubtful. Had the joy of creativity been ruined by the pressure to be right She scanned
the room, observing her students’ faces — some concentrated, others uncertain. Akila’s disinterest was
clear and Tina’s imaginative drawing had been met with ridicule (嘲笑) instead of praise.
After class, Mary sat down with Tina, her tone softening, “Why did you draw the sun with sunglasses
and the trees with ice creams ” she asked gently.
Tina’s eyes sparkled with a touch of rebellion (叛逆), “I love ice cream, and I thought the sun would
look cool with sunglasses. Why do we always have to draw like everyone else ”
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Mary paused, her thoughts racing. Tina’s drawings weren’t just curious — they were a window into a
world where imagination ruled, where rules could be bent into delightful chaos. “Am I ruining that very
creativity ” Mary thought.
The next morning, Mary walked into the classroom with a renewed sense of purpose. She placed a large
sheet of paper in front of the class and announced a new project: they would create a collective (集体的)
artwork titled “Our Dream World” with no rules. They were free to use colors, shapes, and patterns however
they wished.
At first, the students hesitated, unsure of this newfound freedom. Akila leaned back, skeptical (怀疑的)
of what seemed like another pointless exercise. But Tina, her creativity no longer restricted (限制), eagerly
grabbed her crayons and began to draw freely. Then, Maya joined in. And then Michael... As the students
were busy working, Mary observed them with curiosity.
任务 1 从方框中选择恰当的单词，并用其正确形式填空，每词限用一次，有两词为多余选项。（每
小题 1分；共 10分）
imagine react purpose inspire start question
free change bore instruct busy collective
Mary, an art teacher, taught students to draw a landscape. Students had different
72. _______ — Akila was 73. _______; Tina drew a picture full of 74. _______
but it received teasing laughter. Mary asked Tina to draw as 75. _______ but deep
down she 76._______ whether her focus on being right was ruining students’
creativity.
This reflection drove Mary 77. _______ her approach. The next day, she
introduced a rule-free group project “Our Dream World” where students had
absolute 78.________ to draw.
At first, students were hesitant with only Tina 79. _______ to draw to her heart’s
content. 80. ________ by Tina’s enthusiasm, more and more students joined in.
Mary observed with curiosity as the students were 81. ________ engaged in their
artwork.
任务 2 根据文本内容回答下列问题。（共 10分）
82. What made Mary doubt her teaching (3分)
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
83. How might Akila’s attitude change and what would she do (3分)
______________________________________________________________________________________
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______________________________________________________________________________________
84. What kind of artwork would the students create together and how would it influence Mary’s future
teaching (4分)
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
第五部分 写作（满分 20分）
假定你是李华。农历新年将至，你校英语俱乐部将举办主题为“云端过大年”的线上庆祝活动。
请给你的外国朋友 Chris写一封邮件，邀请他参加，内容包括：
（1）活动的时间和平台；
（2）活动内容与亮点。
注意：
1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：云端过大年 Spring Festival in the Cloud
Dear Chris,
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第 10 页 共 10 页2025——2026 学年度上期高 2028 届期末考试
英语参考答案
听力(共 20小题，每小题 1.5分。满分 30分)
1-5CBCAB 6-10BCABA 11-15CABAA 16-20 BBCCO
阅读理解(共 11小题，每小题 2.5分。满分 27.5分)
A篇 21-23 ADC B篇 24-27 BCBA C篇 28-31DCBB
七选五(共 5小题，每小题 2.5分。满分 12.5分)
32-36 FBCAG
完形填空(共 15小题，每小题 1分。满分 15分)
37-41 BDACD 42-46ABCBC 47-51 DBCDD
语法填空(共 10小题，每小题 1.5分。满分 15分)
52. memorable 53. was told 54. through或 throughout 55. patience 56. to take
57. offering 58. when 59. a 60. whose 61. shared
单词填空(共 10小题，每小题 1分。满分 10分)
62. panicked 63. aware 64. Despite 65. delivered 66. generosity
67. agriculture 68. poisonous 69. postponed 70. recommended 71. represents
任务型阅读
任务 1 (共 10小题，每小题 1分。满分 10分)
72. reactions 73 bored 74. imagination 75. instructed 76. questioned
77. to change 78. freedom 79. starting 80. Inspired 81. busily
任务 2 (共 10分)
82.(3分) The students’ reactions made her doubt her teaching method.
或 Akila’ s disinterest, Tina’ s imaginative drawing being ridiculed, and other students’ uncertainty
made Mary doubt her teaching.
整体性地答到“同学们的各种反应让Mary开始怀疑自己的教学方法”得 3分；
或者
分别答到“Akila无兴趣、Tina的画遭嘲笑、其他同学的不确定”这些具体反应也可接受。(这三个
具体反应中答到任意两个可得 3分；如果只答到其中一个，得 2分)”
83.(3分) She might become interested and join in the collective artwork.
答到“感兴趣”得 2分；答到“加入大家一起画画”得 1分；
两者都答到得 3分。
84.(4 分) An imaginative/ creative artwork with free colors and shapes. In future teaching, she would
design more open-ended activities and try to encourage students' creativity.
描述作品的特点(rule-free, colorful, imaginative, creative...)得 2分;
答到对Mary的积极影响：重视、鼓励、保护(或其它合理的词)学生的创造力得 2分：
两者都答到得 4分；
以上三个问答题，语法错误严重扣 0.5-1分；单词拼写错误酌情扣 0.5-1分。
应用文写作(满分 20分)
(一)评分标准
档次 分值 语言要点表达情况划档依据
第五档 17~20 内容表达完整，语言基本无误，行文连贯，表达清楚。
内容表达比较完整，语言有少量错误，行文基本连贯，表达基本清
第四档 13~16
楚。
第三档 9~12 只写出了部分要点，语言有一些错误，尚能表达。
第二档 5~8 内容遗漏较多，语言错误很多，影响表达。
第一档 0~4 只能写出与要求内容有关的一些单词或个别句子。
(二)内容要点认定及计分参考标准
第一段：恰当的开头(计 2分)：
寒暄并引出话题，发出邀请
第二段：活动的基本信息(计 6分)：
活动的时间(Time);
活动的平台(Platform/ Online channel)
第三段：活动的内容与亮点 (计 10分)：
具体有哪些活动；
强调活动亮点 (Highlights/ What makes it special. is...)
第四段：恰当的结尾(计 2分)
(三)扣分参考标准
1.其表达未能达成正确句意的，不给分，如：写出了主语或谓语等关键词，但未能达成符合要
点要求、意义正确的句子；
2.句子结构完整，但关键点出现错误或漏掉部分关键词，扣半个要点分，如：主谓一致错误，或
关键词拼写错误，或谓语动词时态/语态错误等；
3.凡使用铅笔答题，或答题中使用了涂改液或不干胶条，一律不给分；
4.凡多次出现非关键性单词拼写错误或其它同类错误，原则上每 4处扣 1分；
5.文章内容要点全面，但写出了一些多余内容(连接或过渡词句不在此列)，原则上不扣分；凡书
写超出规定的答题区域，全卷不给分。
6.书写潦草凌乱、但基本不影响阅卷的，酌情扣卷面分 1~2分。
参考范文 1
Dear Chris,
Knowing that you have a keen interest in traditional Chinese culture, I am writing to invite you to
participate in our upcoming online celebration themed“Spring Festival in the Cloud”.
Organized by the English Club, the event is scheduled to start at 7:00 p. m. next Friday and will be
streamed live via Tencent Meeting. This digital celebration is designed to bring us together in a joyful
festive atmosphere.
The celebration will be a visual feast of Chinese traditions, featuring a virtual exhibition of paper-
cutting and calligraphy. What you' ll probably enjoy most is an interactive workshop where you can
learn how to make dumplings online —— a perfect hands-on way to experience Spring Festival customs.
Isn't it a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Chinese culture Looking forward to seeing
you online！
Yours,
Li Hua
参考范文 2
Dear Chris,
How is everything going With the Spring Festival around the corner, the School English Club is
going to hold a special online event——“Spring Festival in the Cloud”. I warmly invite you to join us.
Here are the details about the event. It will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on January 30th.
You can access the activity through the school's official website.
The celebration will include several engaging activities. We' ll begin with an introduction to the
history and customs of the Spring Festival, followed by wonderful performances such as folk songs and
cross-talk comedy. The highlight will be an interactive online quiz about Chinese culture—— both fun
and educational！
Given your interest in Chinese traditions, I think you would really enjoy experiencing the festival in
this way. Please let me know if you' re able to join.
Yours,
Li Hua
听力原文
Text 1
W: Hi, Jim. I wonder if it's possible to reschedule the meeting at 2:00 this afternoon Something urgent
has come up.
M: How about four o' clock
W: I am afraid not. Five o' clock
M: That will be OK.
Text 2
W: You look puzzled. Do you need any help
M: Yes. I can't find my blue T-shirt anywhere.
W: Is it on your bed I saw it when I cleaned your room this morning.
Text 3
M: Excuse me
W: Yes, sir. What can I do for you
M: I've been sitting here for ten minutes and no one has brought me a menu yet！
Text 4
M: I'd like to sign up for my courses for next term. Is this where I can register
W: Yes. I' ll need your student ID.
M: Here you are.
Text 5
M: This dress is really nice！ I want it for my daughter. How much is it
W: That one is 150 dollars. If you'd like it, I can offer a 10% discount.
M: OK. I will take it.
Text 6
W: Hey, Gary, please have a seat. So tell me, what seems to be the problem
M: Thanks, doctor. I've got a really bad toothache. I can't eat anything, and look, my face is all red. And
my throat hurts a bit too.
W: Well, let's have a look. Open wide. It's your wisdom teeth. They need to be pulled. But first I'm
going to order an X-ray.
M: Is it painful
W: No, not at all. Just lie down and relax.
Text 7
M: May, come here. It's amazing. Is this the hall of ancient China
W: Yes. Look at these historical relics here. Splendid But it is odd.
M: I wonder how old these things are. Thousands of years
W: One thing is for sure—— they all come from a very ancient time.
M: Hey, look at that vase. I've seen it on TV.
W: It was made 4,000 years ago. It's priceless！
M: I'm so glad I came with you on this museum tour.
W: It took me quite a lot of effort to persuade you into coming with me. But it's worth it.
M: Yes, absolutely. I think I' ll come to the museum more often. It's like taking a trip back in time.
W: I'm glad you feel that way. There's so much we can learn from these relics. They tell us stories of
people who lived long before us.
Text 8
W: Are you still playing computer games You were playing when I went to the office this morning！
You have been playing all day.
M: But look at the scores I have earned. It has broken my previous record.
W: I don't care. Turn off the computer now. This is serious.
M: Alright. I'm coming.
W: My friends are coming over for the party. But look at this messy house. We need to tidy up now.
Here's a list of chores we need to get done. I' ll do the dishes and get all the groceries for tonight. You
can sweep the floors. Oh, the furniture also needs to be done.
M: You know what I have to pick something up at the mall, so why don't you clean the floors and the
furniture I' ll go to the supermarket and get all the groceries.
W: Are you sure You hate driving.
M: Never mind. I will bike there.
W: OK. This is the list of the things you need to get. Can you also pick up a bottle of wine on your way
home
M: I won't forget this time.
Text 9
M: Jean, I'm heading to London next month.
W: Oh, my home city. How exciting！
M: I was hoping for some advice！ I've already booked tickets for the Tower of London and the London
Eye.
W: A boat trip down the Thames can be more interesting, particularly if you get a good tour guide.
M: Okay！ I' ll try it. My air ticket costs enough！ Any cheap or free activities you'd recommend
W: Plenty！ I suggest Buckingham Palace, where you can watch the changing of the guard. Plus,
Borough Market is the place to go if you' re hungry. If you want a taste of London's street culture, then
go to the Southbank Skatepark. It's near the Thames, so you can visit it right off the boat.
M: Great！ I'm interested in street culture.
W: Many of the big museums are free to visit. Personally, I love the National Portrait Gallery.
M: Does it have something special
W: Each piece there carries specific historical backgrounds, character stories, and cultural meanings. It
provides an important window and rich resources for people to understand British history and culture.
Text 10
W: Have you ever heard of a man named Buckminster Fuller He was not just a brilliant scientist and
inventor,but also an architect whose ideas ahead of his time still inspire us today. What made
Buckminster truly well-known was his deep concern for human survival. Thus, he claimed that to solve
humans' major problems, we have to anticipate what will become problems as resources reduce.
He was especially passionate about developing more efficient housing. His goal was to create a
new way of constructing buildings that could provide more livable space while using far fewer
materials, energy, and resources. One solution he came up with in the late 1940s was a structure shaped
like a piece of the globe,which amazed the world and brought him international reputation.
That's it for today's Daily Takeaway. Tomorrow we' ll introduce one of the most influential
lecturers in Oxford University, whose ideas have shaped countless minds in academia and beyond.
