2022届江苏省如皋市高三上学期11月期中调研试题英语含答案（含听力）


2022届江苏省如皋市高三上学期11月期中调研试题
英　　语
2021.11
本试卷分四个部分。满分150分，考试用时120分钟。
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 happened to the woman probably?　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
A. She was thirsty. B. She ate something hot.
C. She was allergic to chicken.
(　　)2. What are the speakers concerned about?
A. The price. B. The food. C. The environment.
(　　)3. What might the young man be building?
A. A model train. B. A model airplane. C. A model car.
(　　)4. Who might the speakers be?
A. A lawyer and his client. 　　B. A policeman and a crime victim.
C. A passenger and a pedestrian.
(　　)5. Where might the speakers be?
A. In a cave. B. On a dark road. C. On the subway.
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. How does the woman feel at the moment?
A. Sick. B. Sore. C. Dizzy.
(　　)7. What were the speakers most likely doing?
A. Riding a roller coaster. B. Riding a bus. C. Riding a boat.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
(　　)8. Which state was the coldest last year?
A. Florida. B. California. C. Illinois.
(　　)9. How does climate affect hurricanes according to the scientists?
A. It causes more of them to happen. 　　　　　B. It makes them more powerful.
C. It has no effect on them at all.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
(　　)10. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A dangerous performance. 　　B. A famous actor. C. Some old movies.
(　　)11. Where did pioneer actors once work?
A. In the circus. B. In sports field. C. In the theater.
(　　)12. What happened in the woman's favorite scene?
A. A man was hit by a train.
B. A man swung from a tall building.
C. A man was missing when going through a window.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
(　　)13. How does the woman feel at first?
A. Curious. B. Surprised. C. Excited.
(　　)14. What in the forest made the man think about rotting?
A. Flowers. B. Mushrooms. C. Trees.
(　　)15. How many colors of the mushrooms does the woman mention?
A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.
(　　)16. When will the speakers return to the forest?
A. On Thursday. B. On Friday. C. On Saturday.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
(　　)17. Where is the button on the sunglasses?
A. Near the ear. B. On the inside of the frames.
C. Under the front of the frames.
(　　)18. What might be considered a shortcoming of Bose Frames?
A. They aren't lightweight. 　　B. They aren't very fashionable.
C. They don't provide protection from sunlight.
(　　)19. How much should you pay if you buy one pair of sunglasses?
A. $200. B. $300. C. $500.
(　　)20. What can people do with the Bose Companion Speaker?
A. Take phone calls. B. Use it to protect eyes. C. Wear it around the neck.
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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
As much of the world is slowly reopening, travel is front of mind for so many of us. Here are some attractive destinations listed for 2022.
Mauritius
The island paradise of Mauritius is inhabited by a multi­racial, peaceful people, covered in great golf courses, offering myriad water sports, mountain trekking, hunting, birdwatching, luxurious resorts，an old colonial capital, great food, three­ and four­star hotels, one of the world's best botanical gardens, good nightlife, beautiful beach bars, one of the oldest horse racing tracks in the world, and great sightseeing.
Belize
Want to explore Mayan ruins, swim in electric­blue waters and view incredible wildlife? Belize has all of this and more, accessible via direct flights from multiple North American cities.
Its UNESCO World Heritage­listed Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System is breathtaking, and US travellers won't need to worry about jet lag.
Meanwhile, the language­cautious will appreciate that Belize's national language is English.
Oman
Think Norway is the only place in the world with fjords? Think again. In Musandam, Oman, bordering the Strait of Hormuz, mountains reach heights of 2，000 meters to create a spectacular backdrop for narrow stretches of water.
But that isn't all that Oman has to offer. Within the same trip, you can also experience “the Empty Quarter”， an expanse of desert where Oman meets Yemen, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Malawi
Malawi is considered one of the friendliest countries in the world.
There are treasures to be had in the “Warm Heart of Africa”， all with fewer tourists for space along the stunning Lake Malawi, the world's ninth largest lake.
Malawi has many of the same attractions its African cousins are beloved for, like safaris where you can watch elephants, baboons，hippos and other animals in their native habitats.
(　　)21. What makes Belize an ideal place to visit for US tourists?
A. They can explore ancient Maya civilization.
B. They can enjoy the trip without language barriers.
C. They can view incredible wildlife while swimming.
D. They can fly directly to Belize Barrier Reef Reserve.
(　　)22. What special activities can you experience in Malawi?
A. Exciting wild camping. B. Hunting and water sports.
C. Getting close to wild animals. D. Boating on the Lake Malawi.
(　　)23. Where would you go if you want to explore diverse local cultures?
A. Belize. B. Malawi. C. Mauritius. D. Oman.
B
Afternoon was Mrs Conroy's favorite time of day. After a hard day at work, her eyes were tired and her feet hurt. She enjoyed the nice long nap she took on the bus. Mrs Conroy had made friends with the bus driver, Mr Angstrom. He always woke her up before her stop. She usually felt fresh as a daisy(精神饱满的) when she got off the bus.
But today was different. Mr Angstrom wasn't driving. A small man in a wrinkled uniform sat in the driver's seat.
“Where's Mr Angstrom？” asked Mrs Conroy, dropping her money into the box. “I don't know. Sick, I guess. I just work here, lady. Step to the rear.” Mrs Conroy hoped that Mr Angstrom was all right. She didn't like this new driver. She decided not to sleep on the way home today. She didn't want to ask this driver to wake her up. He didn't look like the type who'd want to do anyone a favor.
Mrs Conroy looked out the window. It was a warm afternoon. Though she tried to keep her eyes open, the gentle rocking of the bus had a lulling effect. Within a few minutes her eyes closed. Her head dropped to her shoulders. In spite of herself, Mrs Conroy fell fast asleep.
The next thing Mrs Conroy knew, a hand was on her shoulder. Someone was shaking her awake. “Wake up, lady. We've come to the end of the line. Wake up.”
Mrs Conroy blinked and opened her eyes. The bus driver looked down at her. “I said, this is the end of the line, lady. Time to get off the bus.” Mrs Conroy peered out the window. “Where am I？” she asked. “I was supposed to get off at Essex Avenue.” “You're at the last stop, lady. Come on, get off the bus. I have a schedule to keep to.”
Mrs Conroy was having trouble waking up. She staggered to her feet. The bus driver took her arm and helped her down the aisle. As she stepped off the bus, she felt a sense of panic. “Wait a minute，” she said in a shrill voice. “This isn't Essex Avenue. Where am I? How can I get home？”
“Cool off, lady. I told you, you're at the end of the line. We all make it here sooner or later.”
“But why can't I ride back with you？” she pleaded. “I have the fare！”“Sorry, lady，” he said as he closed the door. “It's against the rules.”
Mrs__Conroy__watched__the__bus__disappear__down__the__road. She looked around and tried to figure out what part of the city. She couldn't get her bearings. There was nothing to see in any direction. Nothing at all. Mrs Conroy wondered if she were still dreaming.
(　　)24. Mrs Conroy always felt energetic because ________．
A. Mr Angstrom helped her so she could have a nap
B. Mrs Conroy's favorite time of day was afternoon
C. Mrs Conroy had made friends with the bus driver
D. Mr Angstrom was so energetic about her daily life
(　　)25. What made Mrs Conroy dislike this new driver?
A. The new driver was so rude to her.
B. The new driver replaced Mr Angstrom.
C. The new driver didn't want to wake her up.
D. The new driver was unfamiliar with her habits.
(　　)26. Why can't Mrs Conroy ride back with the old man?
A. The rule can't be changed by Angstrom.
B. Maybe the passengers only go one way.
C. The passengers were more than expected.
D. The old man was unwilling to pick her up.
(　　)27. The underlined sentence may probably mean that ________．
A. Mrs Conroy was disappointed with the company
B. Mrs Conroy was still dreaming about the future
C. Mrs Conroy was still having a fantastic daydream
D. Mrs Conroy was unable to ride back with the car
C
If going on vacation and taking time off from your usual workouts fills you with panic, don't fear. A training break can actually boost your fitness progress, according to Luke Worthington, a personal trainer.
He told Insider that it's actually when we're resting that we make gains. “Something that not every exercise enthusiast realizes is that we don't get fitter, stronger, lose body fat, or build muscle while we train，” he said. “All of those things happen in the time when we recover in between workouts, and most of those things actually happen when we sleep.”
“When we work out, we cause damage to both our bodies and our nervous systems. When we rest, our bodies repair themselves and get stronger so we can deal with that stress better next time，” Worthington said.
“If we have been working out regularly and effectively, then taking a planned break while on holiday can actually be one of the most physiologically beneficial things we can do，” he said.
However, if you've been exercising sporadically and struggling to get into a routine, a break may disrupt your rhythm. In that case, working some movement into your vacation may be beneficial for creating healthy habits.
While physiologically taking a break from training is “nothing to worry about，” according to Worthington, keeping active can be a good idea for your mental health.
Some people benefit psychologically from a break, but others can benefit from adding some movement to a vacation. Worthington recommends sticking to low intensity steady state exercise, like walking or swimming, to gain the mental rewards while also giving your body a chance to recover.
“If you can't talk while doing your exercise, it's too intense，” Worthington said, and he advises doing no longer than 40­minute sessions.
“If your main reason for exercise is physical fitness, don't worry about it！” Worthington said. “If your main reason for exercise is emotional well­being, then don't set yourself back by taking an enforced break, but do dial it back to lower intensity work to allow you to physically rest, but still maintain your well­being.”
(　　)28. What's Worthington's opinion on working out during vacation?
A. Ambiguous. B. Critical. C. Neutral. D. Supportive.
(　　)29. What does the underlined word mean?
A. Consistently. B. Regularly. C. Severely. D. Occasionally.
(　　)30. What's Worthington's advice on taking exercise?
A. Taking exercise with low intensity regularly.
B. Forming the habit of taking intense exercise.
C. Taking a physical rest for your mental health.
D. Adding outdoor activities to the working out list.
(　　)31. What's the best title of this article?
A. Time off can be great for muscle gains
B. How to keep healthy while on vacation
C. Frequent rest helps you maintain fitness
D. The benefit of working out during holiday
D
Being named a UNESCO World Heritage site is the__ultimate__feather__in__the__cap for travel destinations. Along with the fame increased popularity, and tourism dollars, the designation brings greater responsibility—both in heritage preservation and sustainable development. More locations are trying to change how travellers interact with these heritages, and will, hopefully, increase the flexibility of these sites in the face of growing environmental impacts and over­tourism.
Anyone who's been to the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu knows just how busy its crown jewel, the Inca Citadel, can get. Peru's Ministry of Culture announced last year it would be limiting capacity numbers.
Reduced tourism during the pandemic allowed the team to build new routes to better distribute travellers that currently crowd the site. In the future, with new routes and real­time monitoring of possible impacts, they hope to increase the capacity up to almost 6，000.
Tourists behaving disrespectfully (lying down in the grass, running, shouting, eating, and whistling are all against the rules) is still a major concern. Bastante says they're hoping to address this by carrying out visitor fines, reducing the maximum group size from 16 to 12，and building a new visitor center.
In Greece, as climate change­induced flames rage closer to the ancient sites of Olympia and the Acropolis of Athens, intergovernmental organizations are pushing to use new technology to save UNESCO World Heritage sites from natural disasters. The UNESCO World Heritage Centre and the Hellenic Group on Earth Observation teamed up to launch a new global platform this spring, which will use real­time satellite data, advanced sensors, and artificial intelligence to quickly identify the presence of wildfires, floods, and landslides near heritage sites and create post­disaster assessments to better shield vulnerable places.
“This is now the era when most countries are trying to build national adaptation plans due to climate change but in most of these plans, the cultural heritage piece is missing，” says Evangelos Gerasopoulos, director of the Greek GEO office. “Symbolically, we are trying to use Ancient Greece, the cradle of western civilization, to mobilize efforts. If we forget the past, we're doing nothing for our future.”
(　　)32. Which of the following can replace the underlined phrase in the first paragraph?
A. An important aim. B. A great reputation.
C. An intense pressure. D. A unique achievement.
(　　)33. What measures will be taken to protect the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu?
A. Reducing the opening time of the Inca Citadel.
B. Limiting the number of tourist group to sixteen.
C. Fining those who damage the objects in Citadel.
D. Constructing new travel routes and tourist centers.
(　　)34. What can we infer from what Evangelos Gerasopoulos said?
A. Protecting cultural heritages is meaningful for our future.
B. Climate change has influenced the cultural heritages greatly.
C. We have developed the awareness of protecting cultural sites.
D. Most countries plan to protect the sites despite climate change.
(　　)35. What's the purpose of writing the passage?
A. To call on visitors to participate in protecting heritages.
B. To make us realize the importance of cultural heritages.
C. To tell us what measures have been taken to protect heritages.
D. To persuade us to apply new technologies to protect heritages.
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。
College students need to prioritize cybersecurity awareness. Hackers target college students because of their unique vulnerabilities. For example, scammers focus on college students because of their social media use, lax monitoring, and poor cybersecurity awareness. __36__ They often fail to follow safety practices to secure their information. Many simply see data breaches(泄露) and cyber attacks as an unavoidable fact of modern life.
__37__ However, certain scams target college students. They invest a lot of time into looking for jobs. But criminals use fraudulent(欺诈性的) job postings to capture private information. These job scams convince students to enter their Social Security number and other data. Some scammers even reach out with job or interview offers without being asked for. However, these scams are actually phishing attempts disguised(伪装) as job postings.
If you identify a cybersecurity threat，report it to your college—IT department or information security office. __38__ You can protect yourself in several ways. First, report cybercrimes to law enforcement. Filing a police report can also help you recover money and protect your identity. Second, notify your financial institutions and freeze your accounts. __39__
Students in online learning environments must protect themselves against threats like cyber­bullying, ransomware, phishing，and other threats to their Internet safety. College students taking online classes should avoid sharing personal information or other forms of student data to protect themselves from identity theft and other cybercrimes. __40__ They need to update their Anti­Virus frequently，because latest anti­virus can more efficiently identify malware & other viruses and protect your devices from common online threats.
A. Cybersecurity is also a concern for college students.
B. What if you fall for a scam or criminals steal your identity?
C. College students, like everyone else, worry about data theft.
D. Your bank can help you cancel your credit cards or take additional steps.
E. Strong password is an effective tool to prevent social engineering attacks.
F. College students face many of the same online threats as the general public.
G. Do not share their social security number, e­mail id and credit card number with any stranger.
第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When it comes to BMI—the most common measure of obesity—the price is right.
BMI, or body mass index, is __41__ by dividing weight in kilograms by your height in meters squared. A result between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered healthy. A BMI of 25 or __42__ would then be classified as either overweight or obese.
Medical experts rely on BMI to assess the extent of obesity. The index, however, does not distinguish __43__ from muscle or other tissue, and that causes some people to be placed in the wrong category. Very muscular people can be __44__ for obese, while those who are tall with a high percentage of body fat can be wrongly __45__ as healthy. So why not just replace it with other measures of body fat?
Dual­energy X­ray absorptiometry (DXA) is generally recognized as one of the most __46__. The X­ray __47__by differentiating tissue density, so it is able to detect the difference between your body's muscle, bone and fat __48__， the number of which can then be used to calculate your fat percentage. Another __49__ that is more familiar to many of you will be the use of body fat scales. They function by passing a subtle __50__ current through your body. As muscle contains more water, it __51__ electricity better than fat does. The greater the electrical __52__， the more body fat you have.
DXA is certainly accurate, but very __53__， requiring specialized equipment, which makes it unsuitable for use in large­scale studies. BMI is cheap, simple and generally accurate, and is still a suitable method for __54__ the weight and health of entire populations. However, it is not a diagnostic tool for disease risks. If you find that your BMI is high, go to a medical professional and see what that may mean for you and your __55__ health risks.
(　　)41. A. applied B. calculated C. explained D. regulated
(　　)42. A. less B. lower C. higher D. heavier
(　　)43. A. fat B. organ C. health D. weight
(　　)44. A. announced B. mistaken C. infected D. registered
(　　)45. A. appointed B. rewarded C. preferred D. categorized
(　　)46. A. abstract B. impressive C. precise D. realistic
(　　)47. A. exists B. reflects C. shows D. works
(　　)48. A. content B. data C. quality D. mixture
(　　)49. A. access B. account C. approach D. assessment
(　　)50. A. additional B. emotional C. electrical D. physical
(　　)51. A. conducts B. distributes C. produces D. releases
(　　)52. A. flow B. device C. power D. resistance
(　　)53. A. extraordinary B. expensive C. economical D. educational
(　　)54. A. acquiring B. distinguishing C. preventing D. tracking
(　　)55. A. unexplained B. potential C. changeable D. alternative
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。
Chinese scientists have created starch(淀粉) using carbon dioxide, hydrogen and electricity, according to a study __56__ was published in the journal Science on Sept 24.
It's the first time in the world that synthesis(合成) of starch from CO2__57__(achieve). Scientists believe it will have a __58__(revolution) impact on future agricultural production and bio­manufacturing.
According to Ma Yanhe, __59__ author of the study, the process of plants __60__(create) carbohydrates like starch through photosynthesis(光合作用)is complex and __61__(efficient). It takes a plant about 60 steps of metabolic(新陈代谢的) reactions to turn CO2，water and sunlight into starch. But now Chinese scientists have simplified the process from 60 steps into 11.
Creating carbohydrates more efficiently is so important for __62__(sustainable) on Earth, noted ChinaDaily. If such an approach can be scaled up(扩展) to the level of industrialization, it __63__(save) more than 90 percent of the farm land and freshwater resources, and avoid negative effects on the environment __64__ pesticides and chemical fertilizers(肥料), and it will improve food __65__(secure) and promote sustainable societies, according to Cai Tao, another author of the study.
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节　应用文写作(满分15分)
假设你是髙三学生李华，你在平时生活中养成了一些不良习惯，很是苦恼。你用英语给 你的心理辅导老师(Locke)写信求助，希望得到帮助。要点如下：
1. 陈述写信原因；
2. 简要描述一些不良习惯；
3. 苦恼不知如何改变这些习惯；
4. 期待回复并表示感谢。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3. 开头、结束语已为你写好。
Dear Locke，
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Yours Sincerely，
Li Hua
第二节　读后续写(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 December, on a Saturday afternoon, three kids were laughing as they took turns riding a scooter(滑板车) on their quiet street in Wichita Falls, Texas. 11­year­old TJ Smith had just jumped off the scooter as his neighbor Kim, age 7, claimed her turn and her sister Julie, 9, looked on. Kim stood on the scooter and paused to catch her breath. That was when the bearded man with a head of messy curls appeared. The kids didn't see where he came from, but they know exactly what happened next: Without uttering a word, he picked Kim up off the scooter and calmly walked away.
“He cradled her like a baby and just walked down the street，” says TJ. In fact, the calm way the man held Kim led TJ to believe he must have been a relative. But something wasn't right. “I could see her face，” TJ said. “She was scared.”
Kim's fear increased and cried for help. She began kicking and flailing, trying to get free of the man's grip. “What are you doing？” Julie shouted. But the man, unfazed(泰然自若的), walked the length of the block until he reached an alley and disappeared.
TJ's first impulse was to chase after them. But what was a four­foot­tall, 70­pound kid going to do to stop a grown man? “I wanted to help, but I couldn't do it myself，” he says. So he ran to his grown­up neighbor, Brad Ware's home.
“Brad！” yelled TJ. “A man just picked up Kim and took her into the alley！” And just like that, TJ was gone, back on the street sprinting after his abducted(被劫持的) little friend. “I ran back to where I saw him take her to see if they were still there，” says TJ. Ware jumped into the car and trailed close behind.
TJ ran to the end of the street and turned the corner. He had no idea what to expect or who might be waiting for him. But he needed to find Kim.
Once TJ hit the alley, he spotted the man a couple of blocks down, standing in front of an abandoned white house. He was pushing the panicked girl through a window.
注意：
1. 续写的词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
Just then, Ware pulled up.
___________________________________________ ______________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Alerted by Julie and other neighbors, the police and Kim's mother had arrived on the scene. ________________________________________________________________________
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2021～2022学年高三第一学期期中试卷(如皋)
英语参考答案及听力材料

第一部分
1～5　BCBAA　6～10　CACBC　11～15　ABABB　16～20　CCBAC
第二部分
第一节
21～23　BCC　24～27　ADBD　28～31　CDAA　32～35　BDAC
第二节
36～40　CFBDG
第三部分
第一节
41～45　BCABD　46～50　CDACC　51～55　ADBDB
第二节
56. which/that　57. has been achieved　58. revolutionary　59. an　60. creating　61. inefficient
62. sustainability　63. will save　64. from/of　65. security
第四部分
第一节
Dear Locke，
I'm Li Hua, a senior three student. Knowing that you are a helpful psychologist, I'm writing to consult you about some problems I have come across, hoping to get help from you.
There are quite a few headaches flooding to my mind. What annoys me most is that whenever I felt hungry, I would eat snacks like chips or candies without normal meals. Apart from this, I'm easily satisfied with what I am and what I have done. I read books only for school. I always hesitate to work out, keeping myself indoors. All the above have made me suffer a lot. I am wondering if you could recommend some effective methods of getting out of the habit to me.
I would be grateful if you can give me some positive response.
Yours Sincerely，
Li Hua
第二节
Justthen, Warepulledup. “Stay here，” Ware told TJ as he took off toward the house. With Ware now bearing down on him, the man let go of Kim in the window frame and walked away, almost calmly, before breaking into a run. Ware caught up with him. They struggled. Ware kicked the man and wrapped him in his arms. The man got rid of Ware and fled across the street. Ware chased after him and took hold of him when he tripped over.
AlertedbyJulieandotherneighbors, thepoliceandKim'smotherhadarrivedonthescene. Kim dashed into the safety of her mother's arms, and the two cried and hugged. Meanwhile, officers arrested the kidnapper. Later, this incident was reported. Though admitted that he was scared, TJ said he never thought about the danger to himself. Ware insisted that the quick­thinking 11­year­old boy deserves most of the credit. “You know, it's his bravery that saves a little girl from the unimaginable，” Ware told the press.
听力材料
Text 1
M: What do you think of my chicken recipe, Mary? Can you guess what the special ingredient is?
W: Wait... I can feel my tongue going numb... Ah! Quick, give me some water!
Text 2
M: I won't be coming for dinner at this restaurant again, even if it is cheap. They use throw­away plastic cups and straws.
W: I don't understand why they still do that sort of thing when they know how bad it is for the planet.
Text 3
W: That looks really difficult to put together, Jeff. Do you need any help?
M: Sure. If you could just hold the wing in place while I apply this glue, that would be great.
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M: So, after the man's car hit yours, you hit your head on the wheel?
W: That's right. It's all there in the police report. Do you think we have a good case?
M: Yes, but it depends on who had a green light.
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M: I didn't know this passage went so far underground. Do you remember the way back?
W: I think so, but we should probably go back to the entrance. My flashlight is almost dead, and we don't want to get lost down here.
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M: Wow! There were a lot of twists and turns on that ride. Are you OK?
W: I'm fine. I just need a moment to find my balance.
M: Take your time. Did you see the people sitting in front of us? I don't think that man's girlfriend liked it very much.
W: No wonder. I heard her say that she often gets carsick before she got on that.
M: That happens to me sometimes when I am on the water.
W: Let's get something to eat. I could use a break from all the excitement.
M: Good idea. My neck hurts.
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M: It's crazy to think that some people don't believe in climate change.
W: I know. There were record high temperatures in California last year. Florida suffered from the heat and was always hit with more heavy hurricanes, while Illinois was experiencing freezing temperatures.
M: I heard someone say the climate can't be warming, because there are still places with extremely low temperatures. Is that true?
W: Perhaps they are confusing weather and climate. Weather is measured over a short period of time, and climate is the measure of long­term temperature patterns. And our climate is experiencing higher and higher averages in temperature every year.
M: Do you think this rise in temperature directly affects forest fires, hurricanes, and snowstorms?
W: Scientists believe so. As of now, they can't say if it actually causes more hurricanes, but they are certain it affects their power.
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M: I like modern movies but some of my favorites are the old ones.
W: You mean cowboy films and war films from the 1940s and 1950s?
M: No, even older than those—the comedies from the 1920s.
W: Ah, that was at the start of the movie industry.
M: They were very funny. Some of the difficult actions they did were amazing.
W: Yes, and they actually did all those dangerous things. There were no special effects and no persons who did those things in place of actors in those days.
M: Those actors must have been very brave and very fit. Were they theater people or sportsmen?
W: A lot of them had worked as circus performers.
M: Have you seen the one where a man is nearly hit by a train? And there's another where the front of a house falls on a man, but he is missed because he goes through a window.
W: The one I like most is where a man is swinging from a tall building.
M: I suppose it would be too expensive to make films like that today.
W: It would be too dangerous.
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W: You said a strange thing on our walk today. You said you love to see things rotting. I'm curious to know why you said that.
M: It's nothing to get excited about, but I'm happy to explain. Nature is so clever in the way it makes some things rot away to nothing and then creates new life from what is left over.
W: But why did you mention it on our walk? We were in the forest at the time.
M: I saw some mushrooms growing on a fallen branch. They help recycle the dead wood, so that more trees and flowers can grow. It's a beautiful system.
W: Yes, nature is an expert recycler—and mushrooms can be as beautiful as flowers. Those little yellow ones were unusual—and do you remember the large orange ones? Best of all were the red ones.
M: I could look at things like that all day. The subject really interests me. We'll have to walk there again next Friday.
W: Thursday would be better for me.
M: I can't make it then. I have booked an appointment at the dentist. What about Saturday?
W: It's a date. We'll explore the magic of mushrooms.
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Bose is an internationally­recognized leader in audio equipment. Their music speakers and headphones are consistently ranked among the best in the industry. Now, Bose is using their successful brand to create high­tech audio sunglasses called Bose Frames. They use Bluetooth technology so you can listen to music hands­free. There are two built­in speakers located by the ear. Switching between songs, answering calls and turning them on or off are easy. Just press the button below the front of the frames. To charge them, just attach your charger to the connection point on the inside of the frames. Although Bose Frames offer superior sound quality and eye protection, they are a little bigger than most sunglasses. They definitely aren't heavy—but they can look a little strange. However, if you are going for a run or enjoying the outdoors, they are a perfect companion. You'll be able to hear what's going on around you without bothering people nearby. You'll also have two styles to choose from: round or square. They are currently advertised at just $200, but you can get both styles for just $100 more. And if this kind of hands­free technology interests you, there is also the Bose Companion Speaker. Its U­shaped design fits comfortably around your neck. It has a battery that lasts 12 hours, and only takes 15 minutes to charge. At a price of $500, it's a little more expensive, but you won't find anything else like it.