安庆市2026年高三模拟考试(二模) 英 语 试 题
全卷满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
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第一部分 听力(共两节,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.Where is the bakery
A.At the end of the street. B.Next to the bookstore. C.Across from the cafe.
2.What kind of magazine does the man want to read
A.A sports one. B.A fashion one. C.Amusic one.
3.Why is the man talking to the woman
A.He's ordering some food. B.He's looking for someone. C.He's buying a coffee.
4.What music does the woman like best
A.Jazz music. B.Pop music C.Rock music.
5.What will theboy do first
A.Check his sister's math exercise.
B.Finish his math homework.
C.Brush his teeth on time.
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 do we know about the man
A.He speaks for a government project.
B.He works for a company group.
C.He is looking for global partners.
7.What green power does the man want to use
A.Solar power. B.Wind power. C.Water power.
听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。
8.What will the man do in France
A.Visit his sister. B.Work on his writing. C.Stay in a lake house.
9.What does the woman say about her summer
A.She will stay in an old castle.
B.She will learn a new language.
C.She will spend time with her family
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10.How does the man like the woman's summer plan
A.It's shocking. B.It's strange. C.It's wonderful.
听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。
11.Where are the speakers now
A.In a hospital. B.In a classroom. C.In a studio.
12.What problem has been the most common lately according to the woman
A.Dry coughs. B.Tiredness. C.High fevers.
13.What does the man think of the woman's advice
A.It is highly practical. B.It doesn't apply to him. C.It is mainly for illnesses.
听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。
14.When was the house built
A.About two years ago. B.About ten years ago. C.About twenty years ago.
15.What is the relationship between the speakers
A.Fellow workers. B.Homeowner and agent. C.Husband and wife.
16.How did the man know the woman
A.From local agencies B.From some salesmen. C.From his friends.
17.What style is the man's current home
A.A high-rise apartment. B.Atraditional cottage. C.An attractive townhouse.
听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。
18.How long did the Queen hold her job
A.40 years. B.70 years. C.52 years.
19.Who told the speaker about the Queen
A.A prime minister. B.A news reporter. C.A school teacher.
20.What is the speaker going to do
A.Do some interviews. B.Watch a video. C.Tell a story.
第二部分 阅读(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A 、B 、C 、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Search Volunteer Opportunities
EcoFair at Evergreen Brickworks-Fundraiser
Organization: Transition Toronto
Date Posted:December 13,2025
Date Needed:January-February 2026(pre-event preparation)
Type of Position: Virtual-Flexible Scheduling
Description &Details
EcoFair Toronto is expanding!Coming straight from the success of our 2025 fall EcoFair at Wychwood Barns,we are jumping into our first ever April EcoFair at the Evergreen Brickworks. EcoFair is a fun,family-friendly event that informs and inspires people to make greener choices in their homes and communities.In previous years,thousands of people have come out to learn about green initiatives and achievements in our neighbourhood and in our city,to explore new ideas,and to share green tips.In April 2026 we're going even bigger.Be part of the first crew to ever bring a big EcoFair to the city,and help us build community around the sustainable changes we need to see in Toronto!
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Required skills:
●Strong written communication
● Customer relations
●Ability to work well with the wider fundraising group
● Competence in using email
Time commitment:
●A few hours per week in January and February 2026
Benefits:
●Make a difference -through your efforts expand the excellent and impactful tradition of EcoFair Toronto,attract more people to the event who will learn about how to make eco-friendly changes in their lives,and contribute to Toronto's green culture.
●Gain fundraising experience.
●Apply your skills to a grassroots,not-for-profit event.
How to Apply/Contact
Email andrew@transitiontoronto.org expressing your interest in the position to apply.Include a resume (简历)
21.Whatdo we know about EcoFair
A.It is an initiative. B.It is a program. C.It is an activity D.It is an organisation.
22.Which is a requirement for volunteers
A.Rich public speaking experience. B.Basic ability to raise money.
C.Good written communication skills. D.Strong environmental awareness
23.What is an advantage of participating in EcoFair Toronto
A.Connect with green experts. B.Learn money collection skills.
C.Gain community leadership. D.Earn public recognition.
B
Raymond Briggs,a beloved British illustrator and storyteller,left a lasting mark on readers of all ages with his unique aristic style.Two years ago,the 88-year-old master passed away,and shortly before his death,a remarkable exhibition charting his decades-long career opened.Having traveled from Cambridge to Kirkcudbright,the major exhibition has now found its latest stop at Ditchling Museum of Art+Craft,where it will be on display for five months to celebrate his extraordinary works.
At the heart of the exhibition lies a treasure collection of early drafts and drawingseach filled with corrections that reveal Briggs'strict pursuit of artistic excellence.Over a third of the 100-plus exhibits are new additions to the Ditchling stop,mixing well with the original collection organized by the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration.For example,a set of carefully arranged wardrobe (衣柜) doors perfectly matches the previously displayed pencil drawings from Ethel and Ernest,creating a complete story of his creative journey.
Briggs was a born storyteller who combined picture books and comics.He mastered the art of balancing joy and sorrow:his famous Snowman brought tears with its silent,heartbreaking melting scene,while his easily annoyed yet warm Father Christmas caused constant laughter.Having improved his skills at Wimbledon School of Art and later the Slade School of Fine Art,he laid a solid foundation for his distinctive style that resonated deeply with both children and adults.
Even after achieving fame,Briggs kept a simple heart.A newly found Finnish edition of The Snowman bore his 2014 note:"I got my most famous character's arms wrong."This exhibition is a love letter to his fans,who,standing before his works,feel close to his creative struggles and joys.
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Leaving the museum,they are eager to revisit his books,stepping again into the magical world he created with simple yet deeply touching lines.
24.What is the main focus of the first paragraph
A.Briggs'influence on readers B.An event after Briggs'death.
C.A celebration of Briggs'works. D.An exhibition of Briggs'career.
25.What can we learn about the new exhibits
A.They feature items from Ethel and Ernest. B.They concentrate on Briggs'early pieces.
C.They take up half of the total exhibits. D.They match the original collection well
26.What does the underlined word“resonated”in paragraph 3 probably mean
A.Agreed. B.Connected. C.Struggled. D.Remained.
27.What does Briggs'note in The Snowman show about him
A.His humble attitude towards his own work. B.His desire to correct earlier mistakes.
C.His regret over the creation of the character. D.His perfectionism about artistic details.
C
From Florida's Wetlands,the Miccosukee people have long shared islands with a 7-foot female alligator (短吻鳄),warmly called Mama Gator.For 60 years,they've observed her shape the ecosystem:digging ponds to hold water in dry seasons and building raised nests for eggs in rainy seasons,with humans keeping a respectful distance during nesting.This close coexistence mirrors a broader truth—alligators are vital "ecosystem engineers,"not just cold-blooded killers.
Scientific research now backs the Miccosukee people's wisdom.Alligator ponds serve as shelters for fish,frogs and plants during dry seasons,while their nests create dry platforms for other animals and birds.Water birds even nest above alligators,which act as bodyguards against ring-tailed bears,in a two-way beneficial arrangement.As top predators ( 捕 食 者 ) ,alligators move nutrients around by moving between habitats,eating in coastal areas and answering the call of nature upstream,boosting the food web from water plants to larger animals.
Once on the edge of extinction due to hunting for their skins in the 19th and 20th centuries, American alligators made a remarkable comeback after 1967 protection laws,with wild populations recovering to over three million in Florida and Louisiana.Today,researchers uncover more hidden benefits:alligator-rich wetlands store high levels of carbon,aiding climate change control,and some alligators exhibit surprising adaptability—from resident individuals staying close to home to highly mobile ones traveling hundreds of kilometers to coastal waters for food,despite lacking salt-processing glands(腺体).
Conservation efforts,including landowners'head-starting programs and the Miccosukee people's egg-rescue initiatives,continue to safeguard alligators.Biologists stress that these animals deserve recognition not as monsters,but as kind guardians that maintain freshwater ecosystems, support biodiversity and fight climate change.As the Miccosukee know,coexisting with alligators means respecting nature's delicate balance.
28.How does Mama Gator affect the local environment
A.By living with the Miccosukee people. B.By keeping a distance from humans.
C.By creating ponds and high nests. D.By boosting the original food web.
29.Which of the following best describes the impact of Alligator ponds
A.Wide-ranging. B.Double-edged. C.Short-lived. D.Time-limited.
30.What does the author imply in paragraph 3
A.American alligators can process salt. B.The 1967 laws have proven effective.
C.Nearby habitats have been destroyed. D.Adaptability of species is significant.
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31.What can be the best title for the text
A.Alligators:Protectors of the Ecosystem B.Mama Gator:A Star of the Grassland
C.The Miccosukee:Guardians of Nature D.Wetlands:Sites of Conservation Efforts D
Sleep is risky.When you fall asleep,your defences are down,making you an easy target for predators and other threats.And yet,the majority of living things do it,including most animals, insects and even many plants.So,why did it first develop It's a mystery that scientists have been trying to solve for decades.
Recently,a team of Israeli scientists decided to dive into the ocean in search of an answer, placing two ancient sea creatures in their sights:the upside-down jellyfish and the starlet sea anemone, which are among the oldest animals to have developed on Earth.Publishing their findings in the journal Nature Communications,the scientists report that these early creatures need about as much shut-eye as humans do and that sleep may have first emerged as a means of protecting delicate nervous tissue.
Both jellyfish and the starlet sea anemone sleep about a third of the day—about 8 hours in human terms—in their natural habitats,and that the sleep schedules they keep respond heavily to sleep loss, environmental light,and body clocks.Feeding the creatures melatonin—a natural hormone (荷尔蒙) involved in sleep control,whose production is influenced by light—led to increased sleep during times when each creature would normally have been more active,but had little impact on their activity during normal rest periods.It also reduced DNA damage in both species during times of the day when they were normally awake.
The scientists measured DNA damage in the two creatures under different conditions as well and found that it climbed when they were awake and worsened when they were short of sleep,but declined when they were asleep and following "recovery"sleep.They found that DNA damage pushed the creatures to sleep more.Most surprisingly,they conducted further research,and the results showed that more DNA damage led to more sleep,and more sleep reduced DNA damage.
The findings suggest that sleep may have arrived on the scene to allow living things to survive the destruction of time.
32.How does the author present the issue in the first paragraph
A.By comparing different species. B.By explaining a key concept.
C.By raising a puzzling question. D.By showing research findings
33.What discovery did the scientists make about the two simple sea creatures
A.They have regular sleep patterns. B.They sense food in bright conditions.
C.They live in shallow coastal waters D.They take in oxygen through their skin.
34.Why does the author mention “DNA damage”
A.To indicate the harm of staying awake. B.To illustrate the initial function of sleep.
C.To present the risks of cell damage. D.To introduce a basis for clock control.
35.What does the author imply in the last paragraph
A.Rest keeps off dangers. B.Wakefulness hurts cells.
C.Light affects activities. D.Sleep fixes DNA damage.
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。
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Tips for Talking to a Chatbot
How often do you talk to an AI assistant A few times a week Every day Short conversations with AI can be helpful or entertaining._ 36 Here are tips to keep in mind when talking to AI-powered tools.
Your voice matters.You should feel proud to make your unique voice heard.Sometimes you might feel discouraged or embarrassed as your own writing can't live up to the smooth sentences and clever vocabulary of a chatbot. 37
Look to real people for important advice.When you need help,you should reach out to real people who you know and trust will get you meaningful,honest feedback. 38 By contrast,a chatbot doesn't know you and can't comfort you.A very serious mental-health crisis can be horribly mishandled by a chatbot.
Don't fall for flattery(奉承).Chatbots love to shower praise and they'll agree with almost anything you say.But sometimes you don't need a cheerleader so much as a firm coach.After all, people know that criticism and correction help us leam and grow.Also,watch out for made-up facts.
39 When an honest person doesn't know the answer to a question,they'll say,“I don't know.” However,chatbots don't do that.They tend to confidently answer every question.So if you're using a chatbot for something important,you'd better be very,very careful.
40 That means you shouldn't share very personal information.Talking with a free chatbot is like posting on social media.On free mode,the company that built the bot and anyone they hire can see and use your data.Anything you say has the potential to spread far and wide.
A.Don't use free chatbots.
B.But sometimes,things go wrong.
C.Keep private information to yourself.
D.Have you ever seen chatbots saying this
E.The answers you're getting may not be what you really need.
F.A true friend will call you out when you do something wrong.
G.But what you're creating matters more than what a machine creates.
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。
Ivy Lawrence never planned to become a farmer,yet life guided her onto this path.Growing up on a small farm in Houston,she owed many of her- 41 lessons to the hours spent outdoors, simply observing nature.As a curious seven-year-old,she 42 a bird nesting and gradually learned the value of 43 —a quality that would later apply to her work as a farmer.
In August 2020,she 44 Ivy Leaf Farms,where she grows cabbages,carrots,and other organic_ 45 .She offers the produce for free to neighbors,organizes plant pop-up events,and runs school gardens to 46 young people to pursue farming.
Starting the farm was a courageous 47 After careful consideration,she 48 her medical career for a life of farming,believing that food is fundamentally linked to public 49 _· Through her efforts,she hopes to _ 50 local issues related to wellness,green spaces,and mental health.
Her greatest 51 in transitioning from her nine-to-five to a full-time business owner was breaking the news to her mother,who found the idea of leaving a stable job to dig holes quite 52 _ But besides convincing her mother,she had to mentally 53 the traditional definition of success. "Finally,I 54 that being dirty most of the day didn't count—what mattered was that I found
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fulfillment in this work,"she said.Now,she sees farming not merely as a job,but a meaningful way to 55 her community.
41.A.failure B.survival C.life D.reality
42.A.prevented B.imagined C.lefft D.watched
43.A.patience B.kindness C.optimism D.honesty
44.A.discovered B.expanded C.founded D.purchased
45.A.crops B.vegetables C.flowers D.plants
46.A.allow B.inspire C.force D.order
47.A.step B.attitude C.plan D.resolution
48.A.exchanged B.sacrificed C.abandoned D.intended
49.A.safety B.space C.service D.health
50.A.address B.study C.highlight D.face
51.A.dream B.challenge C.hope D.decision
52.A.fresh B.meaningful C.crazy D.practical
53.A.reanalyse B.redefine C.review D.reconsider
54.A.realized B.expected C.agreed D.promised
55.A.participate in B.contribute to C.work for D.set up
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。
Designed by Pritzker Prize winner Wang Shu and completed in 2008,the Ningbo Museum is a meaningful architectural statement 56 challenges usual modern design.More than a simple container for objects,the building itself is a 57 (strength)exhibit of cultural memory and new ideas.
Its most eye-catching feature is its large front, 58 (make)from countless reused bricks, tiles,and stones.All these materials 59 (save)from local villages that had been pulled down. This "Wapan Wall"method 60 (true)plants the area's history into the structure,making a real link to the past in a city that is becoming modern at 61 fast speed.
The building 62 (look)like a mountain or an old rock coming from the earth.This reflects the nearby environment of Zhejiang Province.Inside,large areas are set around a central hall,with slopes and bridges leading 63 (visitor)as if going up a valley.Natural light comes in to light up plain concrete surfaces,helping to create a quiet mood.
The Ningbo Museum does more than its basicjob.It shows how modem buildings can be deeply connected_64 local conditions.It is a bridge between past 65 present,telling a silent story as if it speaks about time,memory,and the heart of a place.
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,你校将举行“我是家乡文化推介官”活动,你的笔友Chris 很感兴趣。请 给Chris写一封邮件,内容包括:
(1)活动的内容;
(2)活动的意义。
注意:
(1)写作词数应为80左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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Dear Chris, I am writing to share with you an exciting activity titled"I Am a Promoter of My Hometown Culture”. Let me know what you think. Yours, Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The grey English winter had settled not only over the landscape,but deep within Gina's soul.At the age of sixty-four,she found the shortening days,the cold rain and lasting darkness increasingly difficult to bear.It wasn't the cold that troubled her—it was the fading(渐暗的)light,the absence of the brilliant sunshine that had always felt like a promise of adventures yet to come.She feared her own adventuring days had ended before she'd even realized they were over.
Her sadness was interrupted one afternoon by the sound of the front door shutting hard,followed by her granddaughter Beth’s anxious entrance into the kitchen.Tearfully,Beth explained that her carefully planned long-distance trip to Asia had collapsed.Her travel partner had withdrawn,and Beth's parents had firmly refused to let her travel alone.Gina's heart ached as she watched the young girl's dreams break—she saw so much of her own youthful spirit reflected in her granddaughter's disappointed eyes.
In the days that followed,Gina found herself reflecting on her own lost opportunities.She remembered her youthful travels across Europe,adventures that had ended suddenly when marriage and motherhood arrived.Now as a woman whose husband had passed away,she resigned herself to quiet days,believing adventure belonged only to the young.
The turning point came during one of their quiet,treasured evenings together.As they sat by the ire,Beth cleverly turned their conversation toward literature,recalling heroines from classic novels who traveled with older partners."In those days,""Beth remarked thoughtfully,"young women often traveled with relatives who kept them company."Her eyes met Gina's,and in that quiet moment,an unspoken question passed between them.
"Gran,"Beth began hesitantly,“would you consider...coming to Asia with me in January ”
Time seemed to stand still.Gina felt something shift inside her—a long-silent fire starting to bum.Looking at Beth's hopeful face,she saw not just her granddaughter,but a chance to regain a part of herself she thought was lost forever.
注 意 :
(1)续写词数应为150左右;
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Gina took a deep breath,feeling a wave of excitement. Then,fully prepared,they boarded the plane to Asia.
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安庆市2026年高三模拟考试(二模)英语答案
第一部分 听力 1—5 CABAB 6—10 AABCC 11—15 BAABB 16—20 CCBCA
第二部分 阅读 第一节
21—25CCBDD 26—30BACAB 31—35ACABD
第二节36—40BGFDC 第三部分 语言运用
第一节 完形填空
41—45CDACB 46—50BACDA 51—55BCDAB
第二节 语法填空
56.that/which 57.strong 58.made 59.were saved 60.truly
61.a 62.looks 63.visitors 64.with 65.and
第四部分 写作
第一节
One possible version Dear Chris,
I am writing to share with you an exciting activity titled "I Am a Promoter of My Hometown Culture”.It is open to all senior high school students.
Participants can sign up either in teams or individually.They are required to submit an original short video introducing a local culture,including its name,origin,history,characteristics and influence.All entries will be posted on our school's official WeChat account,where viewers can like,comment and vote for their favorites.
The activity is highly meaningful.It helps us better understand and promote our hometown culture,while improving our creativity and communication skills.It also strengthens our cultural confidence.
Let me know what you think.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
One possible version (高级版)
Gina took a deep breath,feeling a wave of excitement.Her kitchen table disappeared beneath a sea of guidebooks and maps,their pages heavily marked with highlighted routes and possibilities.Evenings were devoted to mastering basic local and tourist phrases.Their awkward pronunciations soon gave way to fluent greetings,filling the small kitchen again with the sound of their shared laughter.Even Lucy,who had been deeply doubtful,found herself quietly softened by the fresh energy shining in her mother—a change too deep and joyful to deny
Then,fully prepared,they boarded the plane to Asia.They wandered through local markets, tasted unique street food,and admired ancient temples.In Beijing,they rose early in the morning to witness the sun warming the Badaling Great Wall,their hands held tightly together.For Gina, every new experience felt like rediscovering a part of herself she had long forgotten.The woman once worried that her adventuring days were gone.Now she's walking through forests and exploring foreign cities with her beloved granddaughter by her side.
One possible version ( 简易版)
Gina took a deep breath,feeling a wave of excitement.Her kitchen table was covered with guidebooks and maps.All the pages were marked with many different routes and plans.They spent their evenings learning some simple local words and tourist expressions.At first,they could not pronounce them well,but they soon learned to speak smoothly.Their laughter filled the small kitchen again.Even Lucy,who had been very doubtful,was touched by her mother's new energy. It was such a big and happy change that no one could deny it.
Then,fully prepared,they boarded the plane to Asia.They walked around local markets, tasted special street food,and visited old temples.In Beijing,they got up early in the morning to see the sun rise over the Badaling Great Wall.They held each other's hands tightly.For Gina, every new experience made her find a part of herself that she had forgotten for a long time.She once thought she could no longer travel and have fun.Now she is walking through forests and visiting foreign cities with her dear granddaughter.
高三英语听力试题
Text 1
W:I'm looking for Sweet Goods Bakery.Can you tell me where it is
M:Walk two blocks down the street,and then take a left.The place you are looking for is right across the street from Melissa's Café,and next to the grocery store.
Text 2
M:Doyou have any magazines,Mary
W:Yes,of course.Here are some interesting ones about clothes and fashion.And I still have some
about movies and music.Which one would you like M:Oh,I'd like to learn about some sports news.
Text 3
M:Hi,madam.Have you seen the man in this photo He might live near your shop.
W:Sorry,officer.Most neighbors buy coffee from my shop,but I've never seen him.I'll call your station ifI see him.
M:Please do.We appreciate your help.
Text 4
W:I didn't grow up with rock or pop music.In my hometown,the most popular type of music is jazz.
M:Oh,that's why it's your favorite music!
W:Yes,but I'm happy to listen to other types of music once in a while.
Text 5
M:Mom,I only have three problems left to solve.Then,I'll let you check them before going to bed.
W:Alright,dear.I'm checking your sister's work now—she's also solving math problems.When you're done,go and brush your teeth.
Text 6
W:It's great to be at this Green Energy Conference.Are you a speaker for a company group M:No.My country is seeking business partners for our national green energy program.
W:Oh,you work for a government program
M:Exactly.And the world's efforts really inspire me.Today,I've learned that China uses more green energy than before.And nations like Iceland,Costa Rica,and Norway are using nearly 100%green power.
W:Yes.They use green energy sources like the sun,water,and wind.
M:I’m from an African country in the Sahara Desert.We have enough solar power to last forever —we plan to use it!
Text 7
W:What are you doing this summer
M:I'm attending a writing program in France.I get to stay in an old castle and write all day W:That's incredible!Do you speak French
M:I speak a little bit,but I’m hoping to learn more.What are you doing
W:I am going to my parents'lake house for two weeks at the end of June.
M:That sounds great.Are you going by yourself
W:No,my mom and sister will be there.We try to do something as a family every year.
M:That's realy nice.I should do that with my family too.My dad may come out to France to visit me.
Text 8
M:Today,we have a special guest joining our class.Please,welcome Nurse Betty.
W:Hi,everyone.Thanks for inviting me to your classroom.I’m here to offer health tips for keeping everyone healthy and happy.
M:Yes.Let's all work together on this in class
W:As the weather gets colder,we see increases in illnesses.In previous years,feeling sleepy and having fevers were the most common.But recently,we have seen more dry coughs.
M:We still must be careful.
W:Yes.We must do our part to keep ourselves and others safe.Hopefully,this advice can keep us out of hospitals.
M:Everyone,please pay attention.This information is important for all of us,myself included.
W:Thanks,Mr.Carson.First,even if it isn't convenient,wash your hands before eating.Avoid
touching your face or mouth.And remember,it's now more important than ever to have hot drinks instead of cold water.
M:I will start using this advice immediately —Ihopeyou all will too.
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W:It's a fantastic home,sir.How long have you been trying to sell it
M:Thanks,madam.We first tried to sell it two years ago.My wife and I bought it when it was built around a decade ago.We've loved living here,but we want more space.
W:Well,I'd beglad to help you sell it,sir.
M:Thanks.Some friends recommended you as one of the city's best agents.
W:Yeah,I have helped with local rentals and sales for twenty years.
M:Are people looking to buy townhouses now
W:These days,many people are moving downtown.So,most buyers I've helped are seeking apartment units in high-rise buildings.But your home's style is still attractive.
M:We hope so.Living in a townhouse has been great.But my wife and I might move into a cottage next.
W:In this urban area,we've listed and sold many townhouses like yours.So,don't worry.Now,
inside,every room has clean and fresh paint.And you have all the new kitchen products.
M:Yes.A full kitchen and a comfortable living room are important.But the best room in the house is the master bedroom.It's been professionally decorated.
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The UK's Queen Elizabeth II passed away at age 96 in Scotland.My home is on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.But I’m reminded that my country is part of the British Commonwealth of Nations.Indeed,countries like Australia,New Zealand,and my home here in Canada are still represented by a shared British history.
In memory of the great Queen Elizabeth Ⅱ,I'd like to share some information about her.In 1952,Queen Elizabeth II took power from King George VI.Until 2022,she's had royal power through 15 prime ministers'terms.Plus,she's made overseas trips many times,including tours of China in 1986.But the first time I knew the great woman was when my teacher told me a story about her.He told me how the Queen trained to join the military during World War II. Stories like this really show her devotion.
I have posted some videos of remarkable moments throughout her life on my blog.Follow me and watch the videos soon.Afterward,I will interview passers-by in the street and ask them what they know about the great figure.