2022-2023学年江苏省扬州中学高一上学期期中检测英语试题含答案

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 江苏省扬州中学2022-2023学年度第一学期期中试题
高一英语 2022.11


本试卷共12页，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。

注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上。
2. 作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。
3. 非选择题必须用黑色字迹钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液，不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
4. 考生必须保持答题卡的整洁；考试结束后，将答题卡交回。

第一部分：听力（共两节，20小题，每题1.5分，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 does the man want to be?
A. A cook. B. A teacher. C. A gardener.
2. What will the woman do this weekend?
A. Visit Amy. B. Watch a movie. C. Be busy with her work.
3. How much should the man pay?
A. $1.25. B. $2.25. C. $2.50.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In the street. B. In a school. C. In a bank.
5. What are the speakers talking about?
A. A cure for flu. B. A kind of drink. C. A kind of medicine.

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. Where will Johnny go next?
A. To the school. B. To the cinema. C. To his house.
7. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Schoolmates. B. Brother and sister. C. Boyfriend and girlfriend.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. When will Jude give a presentation?
A. In a short time. B. Tomorrow morning. C. As soon as possible.
9. What will the woman do next?
A. Play a game. B. Practise her lecture. C. Help the man practise.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How did the family probably feel about the questions?
A. Annoyed. B. Satisfied. C. Embarrassed.
11. Why did the man ask the questions?
A. He was curious. B. He was nervous. C. He was impolite.
12. What does the woman advise the man to do?
A. Send them an email and apologize.
B. Don’t be nervous any more.
C. Look for answers online.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. When did the man buy his electronic dictionary?
A. Last Sunday. B. Last Saturday. C. Last Wednesday.
14. Why did the woman fail to buy an electronic dictionary?
A. She didn’t like the type.
B. She didn’t take enough money.
C. She thought it rather expensive.
15. What does the man think of the department store?
A. Things are expensive there.
B. Fewer products are for sale.
C. The electronic dictionaries there are out of date.
16. Where will the woman probably buy her electronic dictionary?
A. At a department store. B. At an electronic mall. C. At an online shop.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What makes some poor countries even poorer?
A. Poor schooling.
B. Learning crisis.
C. No help from developed countries.
18. How can the UN deal with the global “learning crisis”?
A. By forcing girls to go to school.
B. By improving the primary teachers.
C. By training the girls from poor countries.
19. What percent of girls can read and write in Yemen?
A. 75%. B. 36%. C. 25%.
20. What makes the UN relieve the global “learning crisis”?
A. More girls drop out of school.
B. School teachers are well trained.
C. More children go to school in some countries.

第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分55分）
第一节（共17小题；每小题2.5分，满分42.5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
Love sugar-white sand beaches? Whether you’re looking to ski down the side of a mountain or surf in the sunshine, you’ll find the following three places in the best winter travel destination list.
Best for: Families and water babies
The newly-built Coral Towers at the Atlantis resort (旅游胜地) in Paradise Island, Bahamas, with new next-door neighbor Marina Village, an open-air shopping and dining marketplace, are just two of the newest reasons to visit this Caribbean popular travel destination. Don’t forget about Aquaventure, the world’s largest open-air water park. With the average winter temperatures between the mid 60°F and high 70°F, it’s a perfect place to escape the cold.
Best for: Adventurers
Iceland in the winter is simply dreamy and temperatures aren’t as cool as you might think. Plus, there’s no better time than winter to view the Northern Lights. Short winter days mean you’ll have an even greater chance to catch the magic. An increasing number of flights in and out of Reykjavik make it easier than ever to visit.
Best for: Families and theme park lovers
Whether you come for the Pro Bowl in January, the new Toy Story land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Supercharged ride at Universal Studios Florida, Orlando is yet another warm-weather destination for winter travel. The weather is at its best and the crowds are at their thinnest.
21. Which of the following is a good place for shopping?
A. Iceland. B. Aquaventure. C. Marina Village. D. Ski City.
22. To escape the cold in winter, you can go to _______.
A. Salt Lake City B. Orlando C. Reykjavik D. Brighton
23. What makes Iceland become one of the best winter travel destinations?
A. The new Toy Story land. B. Sugar-white sand beaches.
C. An open-air dinning marketplace. D. The magic of the Northern Lights.

B
Over the years, I bought countless pairs of shoes that brightened my mood, picked out dresses that improved my figure, and turned over my credit card for lots of cosmetics (化妆品) that I had hoped would make me look fresher and happier. But all those things failed to bring relief to my pain inside.
But one afternoon in October 2021, I walked out of one store with something more valuable than anything money could buy. I found hope in the unlikeliest place after months of hopelessness, thanks to a woman who decided to start a conversation with me in the store’s café.
It had been a painful time for me. Married a little over four years, I had suffered five heartbreaking miscarriages (流产) and, at 42, was slowly accepting the cruel idea that I might never be able to have a child.
On that fateful day, a smartly dressed, slightly older woman seated beside me offered to share the photos and stories of her adopted daughter to break the silence in the half-empty café. Her girl was about seven years old.
“She’s pretty,” I said. “But what made you decide to adopt her?” I asked, uncertain whether I had stepped into an area which seemed too personal. “I don’t want work to be my whole life,” she said. I wasn’t sure whether she saw the tears welling up in my eyes as I replied, “I don’t either, but I’m afraid it’s too late!” “I was 51 when I adopted Melanie,” she said, “And it’s the most rewarding and exciting thing I’ve ever done.”
When our checks came, she handed me her business card, and I finally learned her name — and in that minute, I saw a happier and more satisfied myself, a reborn “mother-to-be”.
24. What did the older woman intend to do when talking with the author?
A. Advise the author to forget her pain.
B. Share her feelings of being an adoptive mother.
C. Show off her beautiful daughter to the author.
D. Advertise the benefits of adopting a Chinese girl.
25. Which of the following best describes the older woman?
A. Inspiring. B. Patient. C. Outgoing. D. Responsible.
26. Why did the author see a happier self after the encounter?
A. She could adopt children because she was still young.
B. The older woman set an example as a good mother.
C. She realized life was more important than work.
D. Her hope of owning a child was built up again.

C
Friendship is something that everyone needs. Success is nothing without friends. You share life, happiness and sadness. A friend is someone you can depend on in a time of need and that can trust you with every secret he or she has.
So what happens when a friendship of eight years is broken over something out of their control? Does that mean it was never a true friendship to begin with?
My friend and I met in high school and have known each other for nearly eight years. What happened recently broke our lifelong friendship.
This makes me think about what friendship really means. I always thought my friend and I could get through any argument, fight, or the sadness of life. We promised each other we’d always be friends, through thick and thin. We even joked about how we would sit in a circle and laugh at some jokes when we had grandchildren. We always laughed at every little thing.
But then her grandfather passed away (去世) and suddenly our friendship was nothing. It happened so suddenly that I never found out about it until I discovered a note she had written on the Internet. I was sad and hurt that she would post (发帖子) what I told her for other people to see. I understand that she was sad and wanted to vent (发泄) her sadness, but I wish she’d kept everything between us.
I don’t understand why she broke our friendship, and I don’t think I ever will. I think friendship means we’ll always forgive each other for our mistakes. I hope that finally I’ll find that true friend who will always be there for me, and I there for her.
27. In Paragraph 1, the author mainly talks about _______
A. how to make friends B. the importance of success
C. what to share with friends D. the importance of friendship
28. What broke the author’s friendship with her friend?
A. The internet. B. The death of her friend’s grandfather.
C. Something unhappy between them. D. Their jokes.
29. What is the passage mainly about?
A. A true friendship. B. An unsuccessful friend.
C. The author’s idea of friendship. D. Sharing success with friends.

D
Have you ever wondered what happens to all of the old objects launched into space, such as rockets and satellites? It’s called space junk, and much of it is still out there now. According to NASA, the definition of space junk is “any man-made object in orbit (轨道) around Earth that no longer serves a useful function”.
One large piece of space junk, a disused rocket, hit the dark side of the moon on March 4. The rocket’s origin is not clear, but scientists know that it was massive — weighing about 3 tons. It must have left a large crater (坑), estimated 10 to 20 meters wide, on the moon’s surface. It won’t be visible right away, but scientists are trying to locate it. “We will find the crater, eventually,” Mark Robinson, lead investigator for NASA Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera, told USA TODAY. “Depending on its location, it could take as long as 28 days.”
What’s significant about this space junk crash is that it draws attention to some of the potential dangers of space junk. First, the accumulation of space junk in Earth’s orbit means that satellites and the International Space Station (ISS) are at risk. In 2016, tiny space debris (残骸), smaller than a millimeter, caused a tiny chip in the ISS’ window. Imagine the damage that a larger piece of debris could cause. The European Space Agency website states that objects “up to 1 cm in size could disable an instrument or a critical flight system on a satellite” while objects over 10 cm “could shatter a satellite or spacecraft into pieces”. If this sounds terrifying, that’s because it is. Any collision with larger pieces of debris could be especially dangerous for manned spacecraft.
In addition to potential damage to spacecraft and satellites, space junk also poses a threat to the Earth itself. Crashes can send debris into the atmosphere where it can remain for many decades. Some powerful crashes can even send large debris hurtling (猛冲) toward Earth’s surface where it can affect the local environment. Leftover rocket debris can contain toxic (有毒的) materials that are harmful to plant and animal life. Some people in Siberia have even reported serious health problems after rocket debris landed in their regions in 2012, a local doctor told the BBC.
30. Which of the following can be regarded as space junk?
A. An abandoned space station. B. A spacecraft orbiting the moon.
C. A crater on the moon’s surface. D. A satellite working in low Earth orbit.
31. What does the underlined word “it” refer to in paragraph 2?
A. Tracking the rocket. B. Locating the crater.
C. Cleaning up the space junk. D. Finding out the rocket’s origin.
32. Why does the author mention the damage caused by tiny space debris in 2016?
A. To compare the effects of debris of different sizes.
B. To prove the space debris problem is getting worse.
C. To illustrate the potential dangers of space junk.
D. To explain the necessity of removing space junk.
33. What can be inferred about space junk from the last paragraph?
A. It’s likely to cause a global environmental crisis.
B. It can pose a lasting threat if it remains in the atmosphere.
C. It’s impossible to stop it from entering the atmosphere.
D. The biggest threat comes from the toxic materials contained in space junk.

E
As is known to us all, the stories we share with one another are significant, which shows our wisdom, providing our inspiration and attaching importance to our development. But occasionally people choose not to tell.
Consider the negative effects of not sharing a story in the news: People are wondering if public health officials are holding back too much information about the recent outbreak of Ebola.
There is a danger in holding back stories that ought to be told. Bobette Buster said it was like this, “The fact is, history has shown us that stories not told can become like a dangerous genie (妖怪) left in a bottle. When they are finally uncorked, their power to destroy is set free.”
There are a number of reasons why we hide parts of our story: they often show our weaknesses or expose our disadvantages; they require courage and strength to share, and of course, there are some stories that should be kept secret — especially those that embarrass someone else.
Most of us have two selves: the one we display on the outside and the one we actually are on the inside. And the better we get at hiding the stories that show our true selves, the more damage we may be causing to ourselves and to others.
Honesty and openness is important. It proves we are trustworthy. It displays we are human. We are not perfect or better. It highlights the importance of hard work and personal development. Hard work may not allow us to overcome our disadvantages completely. But with hard work, we do not have to be restricted to our mistakes.
Does this mean we admit every weakness, every disadvantage, and every secret regret to everybody we meet? No, of course not. There is a time and a place and a certain level of relationship necessary for some stories to be told in an appropriate manner.
34. What’s the function of the example in paragraph 2?
A. It reflects that people are concerned about the spread of Ebola.
B. It proves not sharing a story can cause trouble.
C. It concludes that one should share a story at a proper time.
D. It shows the bad effect caused by sharing a story.
35. Which is close in meaning to the underlined word “uncorked” in paragraph 3?
A. freed B. broken C. cleaned D. untouched
36. One of the reasons why people are unwilling to share experiences is that _______.
A. story-sharing highlights the importance of hard work
B. some stories make people feel sad
C. people are used to exposing their weaknesses
D. people sometimes have no courage to share their stories
37. The writer aims to convince us to _______.
A. remove the dangers that can be caused by untold stories
B. be open to people close to you by sharing some secrets
C. share stories appropriately for the good of others and ourselves
D. realize the importance of being honest when making friends

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。
Camping is a great way to enjoy nature. You can breathe fresh air, cook over a campfire and sleep under the stars. However, camping also means dealing with bugs, bad weather and few, if any, toilets. 38 But there is a way to enjoy the natural world without giving up the comforts at home. It’s called glamping, and interest in it has been growing since 2007!
Glamping, a combination of the words glamorous (有魅力的) and camping, is a fairly new word. 39 Since around 600 B.C. Nomadic Mongolians have enjoyed the benefits of glamping. Their tents were so comfortable that they inspired the design of modern glamping tents!
There are many reasons why you should consider glamping for your next vacation. One of them is that glamping gives you access to some wonderful places. 40 Nowadays, glamping can be less expensive than staying in a hotel. But you can still enjoy the modern comforts of a hotel!
41 Glampsites often make generous use of eco-friendly materials and avoid using much plastic. So, there is less waste, and the area stays beautiful.
No matter what kind of experience you’re looking for, a glampsite exists for you. From Three Camel Lodge in Mongolia to Clayoquot Wilderness Resort in Canada, adventure is waiting for you. Sites can include a spa, a swimming pool and dinner under the stars. Activities can include exploring on horseback or camel and sightings of elephants, mountain sheep or tigers.
42
A. You don’t have to give up beauty for comfort!
B. These are all the benefits and problems camping can bring.
C. These troubles can discourage people from ever trying camping.
D. But it describes an activity that people have been doing for ages.
E. Another reason to go glamping is that it’s good for the environment.
F. A wide variety of glamping experiences are available all over the world.
G. You can also lend a hand with protecting the environments of these places.











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 successful at my job and had worked my way up to department director. 43 , one afternoon last May, I was called to the office, and it was explained to me that they were letting me go. I just sat there 44 they talked on and all I could think was, “I’ve
45 .” I’d been so well respected, but 46 I was of no value.
For six weeks, I was in a very 47 place. I wandered around my house like a zombie (僵尸). I could 48 things needed doing, but would not do anything. My beliefs in looking forward deserted me.
Then, in late June, my youngest son’s football team 49 the city cup final. The year before, he’d been very sad when I 50 the same final, so he was delighted when I told him I’d go. Not only did they win, but the look on his face as he saw me cheering him on
51 with joy. From then on, I spent the summer enjoying my sons and their passions. I attended match after match and performances of my elder son’s band — I 52 went to another city to watch him play. These moments were so 53 . My life had been so much devoted to 54 for so long, and I felt 55 that my sons were happy to welcome me into their world.
56 , being unemployed gave me back a sense of purpose — I was someone’s mum! I felt a sense of being 57 again. Now I feel more positive about my professional experience and I’m getting on better with my family than I ever have.
43. A. Therefore B. Anyhow C. Otherwise D. However
44. A. until B. after C. as D. before
45. A. changed B. finished C. tried D. failed
46. A. suddenly B. finally C. immediately D. shortly
47. A. secret B. dark C. lonely D. quiet
48. A. see B. get C. suggest D. understand
49. A. had B. competed C. made D. defeated
50. A. watched B. missed C. lost D. won
51. A. lit up B. showed up C. made up D. picked up
52. A. just B. even C. still D. almost
53. A. hopeful B. meaningful C. difficult D. strange
54. A. work B. family C. matches D. performances
55. A. successful B. thoughtful C. thankful D. peaceful
56. A. Naturally B. Doubtfully C. Arguably D. Unexpectedly
57. A. employed B. comforted C. valued D. encouraged

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。
In 2011, Amy Chua put out the book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, in which she describes the challenges of 58 (keep) to the strict upbringing (抚育) she knew as a child. Miscommunication about the purpose of the book 59 (arise) because many readers did not get the impression that Chua was trying to be humorous about her parenting methods.
In the book, Chua compares Western and Chinese beliefs and methods of parenting. In general, Chinese parents believe a child’s 60 (academy) success is directly linked to parenting skills. It is common for such parents to take severe measures to make their children do exactly what they say. 61 contrast, Western parents worry more about their children’s self-esteem (自尊). As a result, parenting methods have become less strict and children
62 (hold) to lower standards than they were in the past.
Interestingly, in the West, many people agree that Western parenting methods could use
63 (improve) because more and more children are not learning how to face and overcome challenges. 64 , experts also say that being too strict with children can cause rebellion (反叛), low self-esteem and poor parent-child relationships.
What everyone can agree on is that there is no perfect way 65 (parent). What’s more, a method that works with one child will not necessarily work with 66 . Parents are challenged with finding the best method 67 helps each child learn to be a responsible and confident person.

第四部分 语言知识（共两节，满分20分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
阅读下面句子，根据句意和首字母或中文提示，在空白处填入1个适当的单词。
68. It was the pub owner’s silver wedding anniversary and he gave all his r_______ customers a free drink.
69. The night school provides various courses d_______ to meet the needs of different ages.
70. My college roommate and I lost c_______ for years, so I have no idea how she’s doing now.
71. Can you keep me c_______ for a while? I’ve felt so bored without anyone to talk to.
72. Sorry, guys, because we’re on a tight s_______, the coffee break has been canceled.
73. Misunderstanding among coworkers can lead to workplace _______ (紧张关系).
74. I said hello to Jim, but he _______ (没理会) me and carried on with his war game.
75. All children should be encouraged to realize their full _______ (潜能).
76. Some people go to e_______ (极端) to lose that extra weight before going to the beach.
77. Many young people go to big cities to _______ (寻找) their fortune.


第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
根据课文内容，完成下面的句子。每空一词。
78. 在迎接挑战的时候，你们将有机会掌握大量的知识，并享受个人的成长。
When you _______ _______ the challenges, you will have the opportunity to acquire great knowledge and enjoy personal growth.
79. 我相信你们有能力改变你们的家庭、改变你们的社区、改变我们的国家。
I have confidence in your ability to _______ _______ _______ _______ your family, to your community and to our country.
80. 最后但同样重要的是，要一直看到事情好的一面，即便身处困境，也永远不要失去希望。
Last but not least, always _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ and never lose hope, even in difficult situations.
81. 你是否觉得，你已无法在任何事情上与父母达成一致？
Do you feel that you just cannot _______ _______ _______ _______ with your parents on anything?
82. 你可能会感到焦虑，因为你发现自己发育的速度和朋友们不同：要么个头猛蹿，要么远远落在其他人后面。
You may feel anxious that you are developing at a different rate to your friends, _______ _______ in height or getting left far behind.
83. 我们不用去城里从妈妈的银行账户里取钱了。
We did not have to go downtown and _______ _______ _______ _______ Mama’s Bank Account.
84. 这种情况带来的压力让我难受死了，我不知道接下来该怎么办。
The stress of this situation is killing me, and I’m _______ _______ _______ what to do next.
85. 我发现自己被他欺骗之后，真的好伤心，我放弃了那份友谊。
When I found out that I was tricked by him, I was really hurt and _______ _______ _______ our friendship.
86. 通常，亲密的友情能助我们踏平时而坎坷却又注定要经过的道路。
More often than not, close friendships will help _______ _______ the sometimes rocky road that we are all meant to travel.
87. 与真正的朋友，我们可以毫无顾忌、毫无保留地分享我们的欢乐和悲伤。
With true friends, we feel free to share our joy and sadness _______ _______ _______.






第五部分 写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，是校报 “Can I help you?” 专栏编辑。阅读下面一封读者来信，给他回信。
内容包括：1. 表示理解；
2. 提出建议。
注意：1. 词数100左右； 2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。



Dear Li Hua,
My roommates at my dorm isolate (孤立) me all the time. They have their own group chat and never talk to me. We have never had any real conflicts (冲突). I don’t know whether it’s because of different hobbies or my personality. Should I do something to change the situation?
Jiujiu

Dear Jiujiu,
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
Best wishes,
Li Hua










江苏省扬州中学2022-2023学年度第一学期期中试题
高一英语答案

第一部分 听力（共两节，共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
1-5 ABCAA 6-10 BABCC 11-15 BAACA 16-20 BABBC

第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共17小题；每小题2.5分，满分42.5分）
21-23 CBD 24-26 BAD 27-29 DCC 30-33 ABCB 34-37 BADC

第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
38-42 CDAEF

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）
43-47 DCDAB 48-52 ACBAB 53-57 BACDC

第二节（共10小题; 每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. keeping 57. arose 58. academic 59. In/By 60. are held
61. improvement 62. However 63. to parent 64. another 65. that

第四部分 语言知识（共两节，满分20分）
第一节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
68. regular 69. designed 70. contact 71. company 72. schedule
73. tension(s) 74. ignored 75. potential 76. extremes 77. seek

第二节（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
78. rise to 79. make a difference to
80. look on the bright side 81. see eye to eye
82. shooting up 83. draw money out of
84. at a loss 85. let go of
86. smooth out 87. in full measure

第五部分 写作（满分15分）
Dear Jiujiu,
Sorry to know that you have unfriendly roommates. This is, unfortunately, a common situation in life when interacting with others.
I know it can be difficult and awkward to take the initiative in talking with others. But, in life, it is often up to us to make the first move if we want to improve our relationships with others. What I suggest is this: Start with simple, small conversations when you see the right moment. Try to look for similarities you have in common and offer your opinion on how you relate. Knowing how to “break the ice” in this way is an essential social and life skill that is sure to help you in the years to come.
If you have further trouble, don’t hesitate to write to me.
Best wishes,
Li Hua


听力原文
Text 1
W: What’s your dream job?
M: From junior high school days, I knew how to make things taste good and I am really good at it. So I think that’s what I’d like to do when I graduate.
Text 2
W: Have you ever seen the movie Nezha? I’m going to see it this weekend.
M: No, not yet. Who are you going with?
W: With Amy. You can come with us if you want to.
M: I’d like to, but I have a few things to do on the weekend.
Text 3
M: Excuse me, I think you charged me too much for the tea.
W: Oh, let me see. Sorry, it’s correct.
M: But tea is only $1.25.
W: You are right. Tea is $1.25, but you drank two.
Text 4
W: Excuse me, can you tell me the way to the nearest bank please?
M: Yes. Go along this street and turn right. The bank is on the left, opposite a school.
W: Turn right and it’s on the left. Thank you!
M: You’re welcome!
Text 5
M: What do you recommend to me to ease my flu?
W: Try making a combination of honey, lemon, and a little cinnamon, and heat it slightly. A few spoons of this will help you feel better.
M: Ah, that sounds helpful! I should try it. Thank you for your tip!
Text 6
W: Hi, Johnny! Where are you going?
M: Hi, Dorothy! I’m going to the cinema.
W: Oh, really? With whom? Your girlfriend? Anyone in your class?
M: Hey, Dorothy. I don’t have a girlfriend. Don’t upset me. I go alone.
W: Oh! Sorry! I didn’t know that. That’s too bad. I’ll go with you.
M: No, thanks. Just leave me alone.
W: Hmm... Okay. Have a good time, Johnny.
M: Thanks. See you tomorrow at school.
Text 7
W: Hey, Jude. What are you doing here?
M: Oh, thank goodness you’re here. I need your help.
W: What’s the problem?
M: Well, I have to give a presentation in class tomorrow morning and I really need to practise it beforehand.
W: So, you need someone to help you give it a try?
M: Bingo! Do you have time to help me out?
W: No problem. When do you want to practice?
M: Right away.
Text 8
W: How was your trip?
M: It was really fun, but I don’t think the family that I visited will invite me back.
W: Why not?
M: Well, I guess I asked some embarrassing questions while I was visiting.
W: What do you mean? What did you ask?
M: I asked the father how much his car cost. And I asked the mother how much money she made in her job.
W: Oh, yeah. That’s considered to be personal information.
M: I know. I’m not sure why I asked those questions. I guess I was just nervous.
W: Why don’t you send them an email and explain that you didn’t mean to ask inappropriate questions, but that you were nervous? And thank them for letting you stay with them.
M: That’s a good idea. At least it will make me feel better.
Text 9
W: When studying English, don’t you think an electronic dictionary is necessary?
M: I can’t agree more. So I bought one last Sunday.
W: Really? It is considerably expensive.
M: Will you buy one, too?
W: Yes, I will. I went to a department store last Saturday. But I didn’t buy one, because it was too expensive for me.
M: A department store? Everything is expensive there.
W: Well, where should I go and buy one then?
M: I bought mine at the Young Electronic Mall. That place offers low priced goods, and has various sorts of electronic dictionaries to choose from.
W: Well, then I could make a careful comparison of them and see which one is better. How about going shopping with me at the Young Electronic Mall?
M: Of course, I will!
Text 10
W: The United Nations says over 250 million children of primary school age cannot read, write or do basic maths. 120 million children have spent little or no time on school. Countries are poorer when children do not go to school. Each year, countries lose up to $130 billion. The UN says there is a global “learning crisis”. In one-third of countries, 75% of primary school teachers do not have enough training. The UN says it is important “to focus on quality”.
Most children not going to school are girls. Countries get richer if girls go to school — up to 25% richer in 40 years. Almost two thirds of girls in Arab countries and parts of Africa may never go to school. In Yemen, just 36% of girls can read and write. Reuters says poorer girls in developing countries won’t be able to read or write until 2072. The good news is that in Laos, Rwanda and Vietnam, the number of children not going to school has fallen by 85% in the last five years.