期中卷一参考答案
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)
1-5 CBABA
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
6-10 CCBBA 11-15 CBBAC 16-20 ACACB
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）
21-25 CDBBA 26-30 DCADC 31-35 CABBD
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分）
36-40 DCEAF
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)
41—45 DCAAB 46—50 DBADB 51—55 CBACD
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
latest 57.detailed 58.description 59. into 60. has improved 61.a 62.and 63.Currently 64.creating 65.that/which
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Last Friday our school organized the social activity in the happy farm, deeply impressing us.
On our arrival at the destination after a one-hour trip, we were warmly welcomed by the local farmers. Enthusiastic and hospitable, they firstly shared with us great changes and development in the past two years and then showed us around their farmhouses. What impressed us most was that in the afternoon we were arranged to help the farmers pick vegetables and fruits, experiencing and enjoying the pleasure of the harvest.
We are very appreciative to be provided with such a valuable opportunity to help us value what the farmers have made and it also strengthens our sense of social responsibility.
第二节（满分25分）
With a deep breath, I stepped closer to the edge of the slide. The sunlight reflected off the water below, making it seem both inviting and threatening. I closed my eyes, crossed my legs, wrapped my arms around myself, and took that “Leap of Faith”. Initially, the drop was terrifying, and I could feel my heart racing. As I swung through the slide’s twists and turns, fear became a thrill of excitement. It took me only several seconds to get to the bottom of the slide, marking the end of the highest water slide adventure in Asia.
A moment later, my father came down. There was a note of excitement on his face. The teenage boy from before, who had warned me about the sharks, arrived next, wearing avictorious smile. We exchanged wide-eyed glances, both recalling the exciting journey we had just conquered. It was a moment of shared success, and my initial unwillingness had transformed into an unforgettable adventure. That day, I learned that everything we want could be on the other side of fear, and in a moment like this, I’d better take a leap of faith.
听力材料
Text 1
W: How did you like the basketball match last night
M: I missed it. I met up with my friend Ann to go to the cinema last night.
Text 2
W: May I help you
M: Yes. I’d like to try on some sports jackets. I prefer something like the one I’m wearing.
Text 3
M: Here are two packages for you from New York. Could you please sign your name here
W:Sure. Thanks.
Text 4
M: We are going to have a dance party at Tom’s. Can you come
W: I wish I could,but I have to nurse the patients on weekends.
Text 5
W: Have you used your vacation days yet It is almost the end of the year, and if you don’t use them, you’ll lose them.
M: Yes. I used five that extra time I spent in Hawaii after our weekend business trip there. I think I still have five left.
Text 6
M: Where do you want to go, Madam
W: Hilton Hotel, please. Brrr! It’s cold, eh I’m freezing.
M: Come in. San Francisco is usually cold in winter, you know. It’s often very rainy, which makes the weather colder and it sometimes ...
W: Well, it gets very hot in summer, doesn’t it
M: Not really. It gets warm in July and August. That’s the best time to visit the city. Uh, oh, here comes the rain!
W: It’s raining hard. By the way, how long does it take to reach the hotel, do you think
M: About half an hour if there is no traffic jam. Would you like to listen to some light music
W: That would be lovely.
Text 7
M: Sorry to call you so late, Lily. But I really have something to ask you. I have a very important job interview tomorrow.
W: Are you worried about it
M: You know,I am always nervous about meeting new people. I wanted to ask you if you have any advice.
W: Well, first, just be sure you dress neatly. Appearance can really influence people’s first impression on you.
M: OK, thank you. Anything else
W: You might also think about possible questions which may be asked during the interview, and prepare good answers for them.
M: Yes, that’s a good idea.
W: And last, don’t forget to smile. Be confident!
Text 8
W: Would you like some tea or coffee
M: No, thank you. It’s very late now. They will keep me awake the whole night.
W: Then, what about some water
M: Yes, please.
W: Don’t stay up too late since you are not in good health. You should be careful with your health.
M: I know,but I have to finish my paper tonight. I was required to hand it in tomorrow morning.
W: Can I help you with something
M: No, I’m afraid you can’t. Just turn down the TV a little so that it’s not so noisy.
W: I will. I do hope that you will finish the paper soon and get some sleep.
M: Don’t worry. It won’t take me too long.
Text 9
M: Hello, Betty. It’s me, Tim. Am I calling at a bad time
W: No, not really.
M: I have invited some of my friends to dinner at my house this evening. I thought maybe you’d like to come, too.
W: Well, that sounds good, but I’m afraid I’ve got to do some reading for my English course at home.
M: Today is Friday. You’ve got to relax and enjoy yourself on the weekend.
W: I know. But there is a lot of reading to do. Besides, I really ought to do my washing this evening.
M: Then would you like to come just for a drink later on instead
W: Actually, I’d like to go to bed early tonight. I’m a bit tired.
M: OK. Have a good rest. I’ll call you again tomorrow.
W: Don’t call me early. I usually sleep until 9:00 on Saturdays.
M: What That’ll be too late for our Saturday country drive.
W: Did I say I’d go with you for a drive to the country
M: No, but I have already planned everything.
W: Listen, Tim, I like to plan my own days myself.
Text 10
M: My mum has always told my sister and me to help others. One day last week I was walking back to my home and I passed by an old lady who seemed to be in trouble. I turned back and asked if she was OK. She explained that she was sick and had to struggle to walk with her shopping bags. I offered to carry these things and walked her back home but she refused because she didn’t want to give me any trouble. I told her it didn’t matter and her home was on my way home. It was a white lie. As I walked with her she talked with me and introduced herself. I in turn told her my name. She asked if I knew Ray Robert. I was shocked and said yes. That was my dad. It turned out that this lady was my dad’s neighbor who had looked after my dad and his sisters when my grandma died 30 years ago. My dad had often spoken of her but I had never met her as she had moved away with her family. It was a lovely moment for both of us. When I got home and told my dad about the thing, it made him cry. I was so moved. I am glad that my small activekindness ended in a chance meeting that meant so much to the two people.
3 / 4期中卷一
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. What did the man do last night
A. He picked up his friend. B. He watched a match. C. He went to the movies.
2. Where are the speakers
A. In a gym. B. In a shop. C. In a classroom.
3. What does the man probably do
A. He is a postman. B. He is a student. C. He is a policeman.
4. Why is the woman unable to go to the party
A. She is sick. B. She has to work. C. She isn’t interested in it.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. Vacation days .B. The business trip. C. Their holiday in Hawaii.
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、7题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Guide and tourist. B. Waiter and customer. C. Taxi driver and passenger.
7. What is the weather like now
A. Sunny. B. Snowy. C. Rainy.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. How does the man feel about the interview
A. Confident. B. Nervous. C. Terrible.
9. What is the woman’s last suggestion
A. Dress neatly. B. Keep smiling. C. Prepare for questions.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. When does the conversation take place
A. Late at night. B. In the afternoon. C. In the morning.
11. What does the man want to drink
A. Coffee. B. Tea. C. Water.
12. What is the man doing
A. Watching TV. B. Writing a paper. C. Listening to the radio.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is Tim going to do this evening
A. Do some reading. B. Entertain his friends. C. Wash clothes.
14. What does Tim advise Betty to do on the weekend
A. Have fun. B. Study English. C. Take physical exercise.
15. When does Betty usually get up on Saturdays
A. At 11:00. B. At 10:00. C. At 9:00.
16. How does Betty sound at the end of the conversation
A. Upset. B. Excited. C. Humorous.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. How did the speaker help the old lady
A. He took her to the hospital.
B. He drove her to the shopping mall.
C. He carried her bags and walked her home.
18. Why did the speaker tell the old lady a white lie
A. To make her accept his help.
B. To get paid from her.
C. To cheer her up.
19. Who is Ray Robert
A. A passerby.
B. The old lady’s husband.
C. The speaker’s father.
20. What does the speaker say about the old lady
A. She was very sick 30 years ago.
B. She helped his father a lot.
C. She looked after him once.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Gym Welcome
Price: free
Session duration: up to 25 minutes
Perfect for members new to a gym environment.
Familiarize yourself with all our facilities and services.
Understand the key health and safety aspects of the gym.
Learn the basic knowledge of fitness equipment.
A chance to speak with a member of staff and get exercise advice to help you get started.
Personal Program
Price: free
Session duration: up to 55 minutes
Suitable for everyone, especially if you’re new to the gym.
Programs are designed around an individual’s needs for a more effective workout.
Program length can be tailored (制订) to your requirements. Once the program is complete, you can choose to renew it or try one of our other program options.
Personal programs are limited to one per member every 12 weeks.
Personal Training
Price: 45 per session – Buy five sessions for the price of four at 180
Session duration: 60 minutes
Perfect for those who really want to make the most of their training. Suitable for athletes, people who need more guidance, people who lack motivation, or anyone who has a specific goal—sport, wedding, competition, etc.
Group Personal Training
Price:
– one two-person personal training session: 60
– one three-person personal training session: 75
– five four-person personal training sessions: 240
– five five-person personal training sessions: 330
How to book
If you would like to book or have any questions about the sessions on this page, please speak to a member of staff. This can also be done via email at fitness@sport.cam.ac.uk.
21. Who are the “Gym Welcome” sessions most suitable for
A. Athletes and competitors.
B. Experienced gym-goers.
C. New gym members.
D. Individuals with specific fitness goals.
22. What do we know about the “Personal Program”
A. It can be renewed at any time.
B. It lasts 45 minutes in each session.
C. It offers one-on-one fitness consultations.
D. It provides individualized workouts.
23. If someone wants to engage in “Group Personal Training” with two friends, what would be the total cost for five sessions
A. 180. B. 375. C. 300. D. 240.
B
The sound of my mother preparing breakfast fills the house—my morning alarm.
As I walk toward the kitchen, I’m greeted by my mother standing over the cooker. She effortlessly cooks a dish that blends (融合) Western and Eastern styles, a beloved breakfast classic in our family. This is my grandmother’s recipe.
Since my grandmother’s passing, I’ve become more aware of my mother’s aging and her devotion to cooking for us. She has cooked for her family for more than 30 years, dividing her time between three countries—Korea, Canada and Germany. When my parents visit us from Korea, they stay with us for several months. My mother helps around the house, showing her cooking skills to provide delicious meals for me, my partner and our kids. In every other year, she and my dad will travel to Berlin to spend a couple of weeks with my sister and her partner.
According to Statista, most Canadians report spending between 31 and 60 minutes preparing an average weekday dinner for themselves and others in their houses. Ten percent stated that they spend more than an hour preparing their evening meal. My mother belongs to that 10 percent.
Her cooking goes beyond the kitchen, starting with careful grocery shopping trips where she examines produce and finds the best deals. She takes everyone’s preferences and needs into account. The meal she creates
becomes a ritual (仪式), bringing the family together to connect and share. Helping her out in the kitchen requires a great deal of patience. Yet, I know it’s her way of expressing love.
As I prepare the vegetables, she notices that my carrots are not evenly sized. She pushes me aside to take over the task.
“Just do the dishes.’’
24. What do we know about the author’s mother from the text
A. She has three daughters.
B. She has great cooking skills.
C. She lives with the author in Korea.
D. She invented the author’s beloved breakfast classic.
25. What’s the author’s purpose in mentioning data about meal preparation time in Paragraph4
A. To show her mother’s love.
B. To present a common issue.
C. To explain the reasons behind infrequent cooking.
D. To stress the significance of home-cooked meals.
26. Why does the author say helping her mother in the kitchen requires patience
A. Her mother gets angry easily.
B. Her mother wants to teach her everything.
C. Her mother dislikes being bothered.
D. Her mother expects perfection in cooking.
27. Which would be the best title for the text
A. Mother’s Love Needs to Be Responded to
B. Mother’s Recipe Is the Best in the World
C. Mother’s Kitchen Draws Us Closer Together
D. Mother’s Selflessness Inspires My Family
C
With the purpose of revealing details about the art form in a direct way, a series of books in Chinese and English covering eight classic works of Peking Opera recently released. The bilingual(双语的)books are from the Translation Series of a Hundred Jingju Classics, a project originated from 2011, which is part of the effort by the central government to promote Chinese culture overseas.
Peking Opera, with its complex and colorful costumes and make-up, as well as the unique performance combining singing, dialogue, acting and acrobatics, has become a symbol of traditional Chinese culture. Over the last 200 years, more than 1, 000 Peking Opera shows have been produced telling the most classic historical stories in China, as well as giving glimpses of society, according to Wang. The art form was listed as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (非物质文化遗产) by UNESCO in 2010. Famous performers such as Mei Lanfang and Cheng Yanqiu have also taken Peking Opera abroad. And though foreign fans are impressed by it, few understand the stories told on stage.
To help foreigners understand the art form better, Sun Ping, dean, School of Art, Beijing Foreign Studies University, and her team have edited the new books. Different from previous English translations of books that mostly covered the scripts (剧本) of Peking Opera plays, the new series introduces nearly all aspects of the art form, including the script, actors and actresses, performance skills, musical instruments and costumes, according to Sun, who is herself a highly regarded Peking Opera artist.
“It fills the blank in overseas promotions of Peking Opera,” says Liu Jian, a professor at the National Academy of Chinese Theater Arts. “The inheritance and promotion of Peking Opera are very important. In a sense, promotion is even more important. The project sets a good example.”
Scott Ian Rainen, an expert from the United States, who works at China Foreign Languages Publishing Administration, says he was happy to read the new books. Foreigners often don’t understand the plot in a Peking Opera play, but the books introduce the cultural and historical background, its character modeling, costumes and props, artistic theories and so on.
Why are the set of bilingual books released
A. To present Peking Opera more effectively.
B. To attract foreigners to learn Peking Opera.
C. To promote the diversity of Peking Opera.
D. To stress the importance of Peking Opera.
29. What is the second paragraph mainly about
A. The advantage of learning Peking Opera.
B. The reason for people’s attachment to Peking Opera.
C. The benefits of releasing these bilingual books.
D. The brief introduction of Peking Opera.
30. What’s special about these translations of books
A. They cover stories about Peking Opera.
B. They share a more significant art value.
C. They are overall in showing the features of Peking Opera.
D. They are better in covering the scripts of Peking Opera.
31. What is Scott Ian Rainen’s attitude towards the new project
A. Subjective. B. Sceptical.
C. Positive. D. Tolerant.
D
A large number of people, from Mozart to Metallica, enjoy listening to various types of music while they paint, write, or draw. Most believe that music helps increase creativity, but an international study conducted by English and Swedish researchers is challenging that view. The study results were echoed by scientists from Lancaster University, and the University of Gavle, saying their findings show music actually weakens creativity.
To reach their conclusions, researchers had volunteers complete verbal(语言的)problems designed to inspire creativity while sitting in a quiet room, and then again while music played in the background. They found that background music significantly weakened the volunteers’ ability to complete tasks connected with verbal creativity. The team also tested background noises like those commonly heard in a library, but found that such noises had no influence on subjects’ creativity.
The tasks were simple word games. For example, volunteers were given three words, such as dress, rise, and flower. Then, they were asked to find a single word connected with all three that could be combined to form a common phrase or word. The single word, in this case, would be “sun” (sundress, sunrise, sunflower). Volunteers completed the tasks in either a quiet room, or while listening to two different types of music: rock music or light music.
“We found strong evidence of weakened performance when playing background music in comparison to quiet background conditions,” says co-author D. Neil McLatchie of Lancaster University. He and his colleagues find that music negatively influences the verbal working memory processes of the brain, preventing creativity. Also, as far as the library background noises having seemingly no effect, the study’s authors believe that was the case because library noises create a “regular state” environment that doesn’t affect concentration.
“To conclude, the findings here challenge the popular view that music increases creativity, and instead show that music, whatever type it is, is always a disadvantage for creative performance in problem solving,” the study reads.
32.The underlined word in Paragraph1 can be replaced by ________.
A. accepted B. doubted C. challenged D. heard
33. What were the volunteers asked to do in the study
A. To connect words with music. B. To create new words.
C. To combine given words. D. To play music.
34. What can we infer from the study
A. Quiet background inspires creativity best. B. Library noise does no harm to creativity.
C. Music has a bad effect on learning ability. D. Music types matter in creative performance.
35. Which is the main idea of the passage
A. Quiet Environments Prevent Concentration. B. Background Noise Affects Concentration.
C. Composing Music Weakens Creativity. D. Listening to Music Reduces Creativity.
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。
It’s now, more than ever, crucial to adopting a low-impact lifestyle since all kinds of waste, including that of the fashion industry, are piling up in landfills with astonishing speed. 36 Thankfully, the following tips can help you reduce clothing waste.
·Buy fewer clothes overall. 37 It’s a more cautious approach to shopping and consumption in general. Think twice about what you will buy and say no to overconsumption. You can even try out a minimalist (极简主义的) lifestyle. Shop for what you need only when necessary, keep things simple, and go back to basics.
·Shop for high-quality clothing. High-quality clothes can cost more at first but save you money in the long run. 38Moreover, quality clothes can make you feel more comfortable and confident, improve your fashion style, and help you look your best.
· 39Upcycling is very beneficial to the planet and your budget. Instead of throwing old clothes away, use parts of or entire old clothes to make something new and more valuable. You can even create stylish and unique pieces of clothing by upcycling.
·Donate (捐赠)your unwanted fashion items. Do a quick online search for your local options to donate clothes that are still in good condition. Be sure to contact organizations first and ask them what type of clothes they accept. You can donate clothing to for-profit companies or to homeless shelters and family service agencies.
40
A. Repurpose your old clothes.
B. Upcycle everyday household objects.
C. Limit your fashion consumption in the first place.
D. Thrown clothes have had a disastrous impact on the planet.
E. They are more likely to stay in good condition for a long time.
F. Heavy coats and sweaters can go to animal shelters in your local area.
G. Reducing clothing waste is necessary for making fashion more sustainable.
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。
I was then in my early twenties. Even though I was armed with a degree in Education, finding a
41teaching job was not easy. I had to try some temporary (暂时的） ones.
This year, when a golden opportunity42 ,I43 it and took things seriously. The job was to teach 5th grade students in a local school. I44 myself with lesson plans, taught with enthusiasm, and stayed45 with the students.I had no hesitation in46 the kids when they got the answer right, and encouraged them if they didn’t.
One day when the kids were47 ,a girl approached and handed me a48 before she went home. On it was a lovely drawing full o f childlike wonder,49 by the words, “You are the best teacher I have ever had!” It really amazed me that one of my kind comments had 50 that girl’s heart greatly. I took that note home and 51put it in a folder, looking on it as a 52 because it was very important. Anytime I was
feeling down I would look at it and it proved to be a 53.
That experience showed me the 54 of just a single kind word. It encouraged me to continue to try my best each day to 55 love and kindness through my words and actions. Wish the same for others.
41. A. first-rate B. well-paid C. labor-saving D. full-time
42. A. escaped B. demanded C. appeared D. arranged
43. A. jumped at B. thought of C. waited for D. dreamt of
44. A. busied B. amused C. concerned D. contented
45. A. familiar B. positive C. strict D. anxious
46. A. recommending B. supporting C. judging D. congratulating
47. A. graded B. dismissed C. tested D. taught
48. A. note B. gift C. parcel D. book
49. A. edited B. exchanged C. emphasized D. accompanied
50. A. hardened B. touched C. broken D. gladdened
51. A. simply B. casually C. carefully D. eagerly
52. A. reminder B. treasure C. proof D. secret
53. A. comfort B. fortune C. fantasy D. strategy
54. A. target B. application C. power D. style
55. A. prefer B. find C. feel D. spread
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。
OpenAI officially announced the launch of its 56 (late) text-to-video AI model, Sora, in February. The model outperforms (优于) others of its kind by creating diverse videos at suitable aspect ratios (屏幕高宽比) for different devices and social media. It can make smooth and realistic videos with 57 (detail) multi-character scenes and realistic movements. Imagine typing a58(describe) of a scene, like a snowy street in Tokyo with people and flying sakura(樱花) petals, and Sora turns it 59 a real video just from your words! How amazing!
Before Sora, making videos from text was tough and the results weren't that great. But recently Sora 60 (improve) a lot. It understands your words really well and know show things move and look in the real world. Sora works by “learning” from 61large number of videos. It first breaks them down into pieces 62 then generates (生成) a new, better video from the pieces. 63 (current), Sora is still being tested and not for everyone to use. When 64 (create) videos, the model may mess up a character’s movement or show scenes 65 don’t follow the rules of physics. For example, one of its videos shows a whole cookie even after someone has taken a bite out of it.
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，上周五你参加了学校组织的开心农场活动，请你用英文向校刊投稿，报道这次活动。要点包括：1.活动的内容；2.你的感受。
注意：
1. 词数80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。
Last summer vacation, I traveled to Sanya in Hainan, China. When my dad told me one of the items on the journey would be one of the highest water slides(水上滑梯) in Asia, I asked my dad repeatedly whether I could stay at home. But my dad said that I would love it and we should go together.
Three days later, I was standing in front of that water slide in Atlantics Water park. The slide was located in a building. When I looked up at the tens of thousands of stairs leading to the top of the building, I thought to myself, “If I fall from that place, I will definitely die.”
As we started climbing the stairs, I saw three words on the wall: Leap of Faith. I had never heard of these words, and at that time they reminded me of Road to Death. Five meters, ten meters...I looked down and thought, “I am going to die today.” Fifteen meters, twenty meters...I thought about the many things I hadn’t done and asked my dad whether I had life insurance (保险). Twenty-five meters, thirty meters...and we were finally at the top, ready to jump into the slide. I looked at the three people next tome and thought, “These are the last three people I will see in my life.”
Suddenly, the teenage boy ahead of me stopped in front of the slide and turned around, “Look down there. If we fall into the shark tank, we will be eaten by those hungry sharks.” We all paused and looked down at the shark tank above the slide tunnel (通道). Just then, a younger boy next to me said, “Excuse me, if you don’t want to go now, I will go first.” Then he walked past the teenage boy and me and jumped into the slide, disappearing in an instant.
My father said to me jokingly, “Look, that boy is not even half of your e on, Selina. You can do it.” The teenager turned and stared at me too, “Now, you go first.”
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With a deep breath, I stepped closer to the edge of the slide.
A moment later, my father came down.
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