2022-2023学年福建省南靖第一中学、兰水中学高二下学期期中联考英语试题含答案

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 2022-2023学年下学期南靖一中、兰水中学高二年期中联考
英语科试卷
考试时间：120分钟；
注意事项：
1．答题前填写好自己的姓名、班级、考号等信息
2．请将答案正确填写在答题卡上
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。
例：How much is the shirt?
A. £ 19.15. B. £ 9.18. C. £ 9.15.
答案是C。
1. What time is the man's meeting?
A. 2:10 p.m. B. 2:20 p.m. C. 2:30 p.m.
2. How is the weather today?
A. Rainy. B. Fine. C. Dry.
3. Which direction is the woman walking in?
A. North. B. East. C. South.
4. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
A. Worker and boss.
B. Student and teacher.
C. Customer and salesman.
5. What is the man doing?
A. Taking a road test.
B. Practicing driving.
C.Learning driving rules.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers talking about?
A. An arrangement. B. A meeting. C. Money.
7. What will the man do this afternoon?
A. Go to the shop. B. Attend a meeting. C. Wait for a guest.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What does the man want to do?
A. Buy a server.
B. Open a company.
C. Provide technical support.
9. What is the man's advantage?
A. He has rich experience.
B. He is good at communication.
C. He has received a good education.
10. What does the woman advise the man to do?
A. Work in a college.
B. Receive more training.
C. Run his own website.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In a hospital.
B. In the police station.
C. On the accident spot.
12. What happened in the accident?
A. Sarah ran a red light.
B. A car burst into flames.
C. Some bystanders got injured.
13. What is the reason for the accident?
A. It is not clear yet.
B. Sarah was using a phone.
C. The truck driver fell asleep.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. What does the woman want to do?
A. See a film. B. Fetch a report. C. Buy a card.
15. What does the woman think of her English teacher?
A. Best. B. Boring. C. Forgetful.
16. Which subject does the woman like best?
A. English. B. History. C. Spanish.
17. Why does the woman refuse to talk about her report card?
A. She is in a hurry.
B. She is angry with the man.
C. She does badly in her study.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How many villagers were unable to read?
A. Six percent. B. Fifty percent. C. Sixty percent.
19. What might the speaker be good at?
A. Making a speech. B. Singing. C. Farming.
20. What is the speaker's Chinese dream?
A. All children can receive a good education.
B. Hunger can be defeated in the world.
C. There is no war in the world again.
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

1. Exercise
Studies show that 30minutes of mild exercise a day will increase your life span. This doesn't mean you have to run three miles or start jumping. Simple activities such as walking, gardening or taking exercise classes will work.
2. Enjoy people
Contacts with family and friends help fight life-sapping depression and stress. Studies show that people socialize regularly live longer than loners. Interact daily with family members and friends. If you are isolated, make a point of joining social clubs, so you can laugh and share life's joys.
3. Stay mentally active
This is very important-use it or lose it!People who allow their mental faculties(能力） to decline run the risk of shortening their lives through falls and other injuries, and not being able to take care of themselves. Read the newspaper, visit the public library, balance your checkbook without a calculator, and exercise your brain by doing crossword puzzle.
4. Diet
The key words are"high-fiber, low-fat". Cut back on red meat, salt, white flour, white sugar, alcohol and coffee. Start eating a balanced diet including lots of fruit, grains, raw vegetables and nuts.
5. Positive attitude
By approaching life with a positive outlook you increase your chances of living longer. Stay optimistic-always search for the silver lining. Studies show people who see life as an enjoyable challenge, rather than a constant trial, cope better and prolong their life spans.
6. medication mix
As we age, we are more likely to take medications. Sometimes this leads to over-medication, which can be disabling and even deadly. Ask your doctor if the drugs you take are really necessary. Make sure there is no danger of a bad drug interaction from your medication. Used correctly, medicines can help you live longer and more comfortably.
7. Volunteer
Helping others increases your self-esteem and makes you feel like a valuable contributor.
21．Which of the following does NOT increase your life span？
A．Staying happy about life B．Exercising as much as possible
C．Exercising your brain frequently D．Enjoying your social life
22．People who do not stay mentally active are more likely to___.
A．become ignorant B．lose their minds
C．shorten their lives D．become slow in movement
23．Which of the following is correct about medication？
A．Appropriate medication is necessary.
B．Medication is always helpful to you.
C．Doctors suggest taking expensive medicines.
D．Drugs are unnecessary because of side-effects.
B
The day before we met, Juliette Binoche was in the French Alps. Today, she's sitting in her room in Berlin's Hotel Marriott. " We arrived last night at 12," she says, casually brushing off her tight schedule. It's been this way for four decades now, ever since she became a real hit at the Cannes Film Festival as a 21-year-old , starring in 1985's Rendez-vous. The film was well received and "La Binochas" the French call her , was born.
Almost immediately, people were deeply attracted by this charming young lady." After Rendez-vous, when I started, somebody asked me about doing an autobiography of my life… when I was 21 !" she reveals, quite shocked at this absurd(荒唐的)idea." Some people actually thought about it."
Instead, Binoche concentrated on a constant rise through the ranks of world cinema. Rather than addicted to the fame and wealth brought by Hollywood, Binoche simply continued working with celebrated filmmakers from-around the globe, developing a reputation as a risk-taker. "For me, the risk is to repeat myself or get into a comfort zone that is not opening my horizons(视野)." she says.
Now 58, there isn't much this extraordinary artist hasn't done. On stage, she starred with Akram Khan at London's National Theatre in dance piece In-i. "When you're not a dancer , then you see that you need courage, you need trust and you need magic that is inside you that is going to take place,"she says. She also sang in the show It's Almost Nothing and would love to film a musical. Which one? "I would never answer that," she smiles. "A film is a connection of different people." In other words, about creative magic.
24．What do we know about Juliette Binoche in Paragraph 1 ?
A．She stayed busy after gaining fame.
B．She acted as a film star in Rendez-vous.
C．She went sightseeing in European countries.
D．She was named "La Binoche" by the German.
25．What did Juliette Binoche do after Rendez-vous?
A．She wrote an autobiography.
B．She worked in her comfort zone.
C．She kept climbing the career ladder.
D．She sought more fame and fortune.
26．What does the author mainly intend to tell us in the text?
A．Youth time passes in an instant.
B．Fame and wealth make no sense.
C．Suffering is the best teacher of life.
D．Life needs challenge and innovation.
27．Where is the text most probably taken from?
A．A magazine. B．A novel. C．diary. D．A guidebook.

C
"You should get a cat," my therapist(治疗专家)said. "A cat?" I couldn't even look after myself. . . I took a deep breath and carefully considered the idea of welcoming a feline (猫科的)friend into my life. This seemed like too easy a fix for the fact that I couldn't leave the house without bursting into tears.
When my partner and I found Cinnamon, her adoption profile made her out as the perfect kitten. We filled out the paperwork and prepared for her arrival.
When she came home, it became increasingly obvious that Cinnamon didn't understand "no", "stop it" or "don't do that". She was the worst cat I've ever owned. I was beginning to doubt my therapist's advice.
After visiting our vet, she concluded that Cinnamon just wanted our attention. She fought tooth and nail to get a bite of our meals. She'd fearlessly lick sharp knives when left unattended for a split second. Cinnamon stole my heart with her bravery and kept me busier than I'd ever expected.
We decided to start taking her for walks. I could barely leave the house before, but my heart couldn't say no to Cinnamon. Cinnamon showed me what bravery looked like. She didn't stop to consider every possible outcome of a situation; she simply went for it. If there was a dog at a park, she would run toward it. She jumped without knowing where she would land. She loved adventure. I found myself mirroring her behavior after a while, jumping out of bed without a second thought. I began to find the motivation to get out of bed in the morning.
Cinnamon unfortunately passed away after a medical accident. I'm no stranger to sadness or grief, but losing my pet so suddenly was the most confusing emotional experience I've had to date. She no longer wakes me up at 5 am begging for breakfast, but she's still the reason I get up every morning.
Our time is often cut unpredictably, unmistakably short. It would be a shame to live life being anything less than brave and adventurous.
28．Why did the author's therapist recommend that she get a cat?
A．To learn how to interact with animals.
B．To help the author fill up her spare time;
C．To solve the author's fear of going out.
D．To distract the author's attention from her pain.
29．How did the author feel at first after Cinnamon came home?
A．Thrilled. B．Amazed. C．Pleased. D．Disappointed.
30．What can be inferred from the text?
A．Walking Cinnamon outdoors became an adventure for the author.
B．The author was positively affected by Cinnamon's courageous behavior.
C．Cinnamon loved going outside and took consequences into consideration.
D．The author decided to take Cinnamon outside as she was too troublesome to stay in.
31．What did the author want to convey in this text?
A．Life is short and unpredictable.
B．The loss of a pet can be painful.
C．We should have the courage to take risks.
D．Animal-assisted therapy is the best cure for mental illness.

D
Billionaire Sir Christopher Hohn expects the greatest"demand disruption (中断)" for oil since the 1970s shock to cause an increase in renewable energy investment.
He said high oil prices are "a positive thing" for the climate as the energy crisis results in a "dramatic speed-up" in decarbonisation (碳减排)."The whole world should now be focused on seeking alternatives, whether they're renewable or hydrogen(氢) fuels. All of these things are far more economic."
He pointed to the recent boost of EU (欧盟) for renewable energy funding, as part of a plan to reduce imports of gas. Even as oil and gas companies obtain record profits from the high prices at present, Hohn said climate-focused investors will ultimately benefit from the energy price shock.
"The oil price increase leads to plans for accelerated decarbonisation," said Hohn. "I personally believe that we'll have demand disruption as we had in the 70s, and that there will be a dramatic acceleration in decarbonisation. I actually view it as a positive thing."
Hohn has pressured companies to give shareholders a vote on their climate plans. Spanish airport operator Aena and aircraft manufacturer Airbus improved their emissions targets as a result. Hohn has also pushed for stricter regulation on corporate climate promises. "Corporate decarbonisation isn't going to happen through voluntary methods," Hohn said.
Hohn is also backing a new rating agency that will grade company emissions strategies, through his charity, the Children's Investment Fund Foundation. The Climate Action-plan Rating Centre (Climate-Arc) will analyse public company data and publish climate plan ratings.
Investors often struggle to analyse corporate climate plans. "Because though some organizations declare their commitment to environmental protection, they actually do the opposite," Hohn said, "I expect a large proportion of companies will get graded F if they're not doing enough. Even companies with net zero emissions targets have failed to set out plans about how to reach those goals. The impact is going to be a bit like, 'the emperor has no clothes'."
32．Why are high oil prices a positive thing according to Hohn?
A．They will reduce energy demand.
B．They will bring economic benefits.
C．There will be a shift to clean energy.
D．There will be a reduction in energy imports.
33．What does Hohn argue for in paragraph 5?
A．Climate regulation should be stricter.
B．Decarbonisation should be voluntary.
C．Emissions targets should be debated.
D．Climate plans should be informed to the public.
34．What can we learn from the last paragraph?
A．The method of avoiding being graded F.
B．The suggestion about helping investors.
C．The method of reaching zero emissions targets.
D．The suggestion about reducing carbon emissions.
35．Which would be the best title for the text?
A．Energy crisis—a hard nut
B．Energy crisis—a wake up call
C．Energy crisis—a cruel circle
D．Energy crisis—a cause of economic depression
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。
Camping Tips &Tricks for a Fun Trip
Many people idealize camping trips as being this easy, effortless encounter with destinations rich with natural landscapes and nights under the stars twinkling in the sky above. ____36____ That's why we've prepared the best camping tips for you!
Plan accordingly, and then plan again. When you're out in the middle of nowhere, you have to be equipped to nature's challenges. ____37____ Therefore, a plan for unexpected weather changes is essential to a successful camping trip. For example, consider packing extra suppliers like blankets. While that might seem like a huge inconvenience, the biggest and real issue occurs when you need something you don't have.
Know what you need. ____38__ Not all beginner campers will need the top-of-the-line, latest supplies. But you should have at least the basics! That includes a decent tent with enough room for people camping with you, a good sleeping bag appropriate for the season, and other supplies like food and water. You'd better create a convenient checklist that lays out everything that you should consider.
____39____ When you're far away from the major conveniences we rely upon like an urgent care center, police stations, and emergency rooms, you should always remember that safety is your first priority（优选）! ____40____ A first aid kit is a great starting point, but it's certainly not the end of maximizing your safety efforts. Depending on where you plan to camp, you'll want to grab these items that cover you in most emergency situations: a pocket knife, a fire starter, and a safety whistle.
Ready to go camping? Now you know what to expect and how to prepare for your next camping trip, so you actually have fun—rain or shine!
A．Always choose a safe campsite.
B．Never leave home without safety in mind.
C．We encourage you to create a safety supply kit.
D．Camping doesn't have to be complicated or expensive.
E．A clear 3-day forecast can easily shift into a sudden heavy rain.
F．To maximize your comfort, always bring appropriate clothes for cold and rain.
G．But for beginner campers, those expectations can rapidly turn into a mess of reality.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
More than a decade ago, while pursuing a hotel management degree in Switzerland, I had to move to Zurich for a six-month internship(实习). The hotel didn't offer ____41____ to its staff, so I had to find my own.
It was a difficult task, as Zurich is a(n) ____42____ city to live in, but I found a tiny room that suited my tight budget. I soon became familiar with the building ____43____ , among them a father and son singing group from Lahore, Pakistan. Their warm ____44____ made me feel as if I had known them for ages. When I ____45____ them I was from Amritsar, India, they seemed more delighted still. "We are from different 11____46____ , but the same highland. If you ____47____ anything, we are there for you," they said. True to their word, they ____48____ food, cheered me when I got homesick and gave me discount cards to help ____49____ money.
_____50_____ , my internship was extended by 15 days. My rental _____51_____ , however, was up and once again I had nowhere to _____52_____ . My Lahore neighbors invited me to move in with them the moment they _____53_____ my troubles. A manager at the hotel was able to arrange a(n) _____54_____ for me that day, but just the way this family opened up their home to me left my heart so full of _____55_____ and respect.

41．A．opportunity B．support C．training D．accommodation
42．A．expensive B．perfect C．large D．special
43．A．owners B．visitors C．residents D．managers
44．A．house B．welcome C．service D．feeling
45．A．told B．warned C．convinced D．showed
46．A．groups B．classes C．religions D．countries
47．A．attain B．hold C．need D．love
48．A．reserved B．shared C．produced D．lacked
49．A．save B．spend C．make D．value
50．A．Recently B．Obviously C．Unexpectedly D．Fortunately
51．A．income B．agreement C．house D．fee
52．A．complain B．hide C．reason D．live
53．A．dealt with B．brought about C．looked into D．heard of
54．A．room B．party C．interview D．feast
55．A．regret B．gratitude C．curiosity D．pride
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。
Ever since February, the public concern over the giant panda Ya Ya in the US has grown into a "campaign" among Chinese people all around the world to check how our cute and_____56 __ (innocence) pandas are surviving in overseas zoos.
Enthusiastic Chinese netizens (网民) around the world 57 (respective) visited nearby zoos and posted on Chinese social media platforms videos that showed pandas' living conditions.
In a video, a panda was showed 58 (eat) bamboos in the yard of the Beauval Zoo in France while another panda was sleeping on the grass and a third one climbing a tree.
Among all the overseas zoos "surprisingly _59 (inspect)", Moscow Zoo and the Panda World of Everland Resort in South Korea gained Chinese netizens' 60 (recognize). They stood out as Chinese netizens 61 (praise) their efforts in taking good care of two lovely pandas, 62 names are Ding Ding and Ru Yi.
"They are real kungfu pandas." Chinese commented 63 the videos of Ding Ding and Ru Yi.
The life of these energetic 64 lovely pandas revealed a sharp contrast to that of Ya Ya at the Memphis Zoo. We hope the issue of Ya Ya could raise public attention on the living conditions of pandas, animals that
__ 65 (refer) to as "living fossils".
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
66．世界海洋日即将来临，你校将举办一个以Protecting Our Blue Planet为主题的演讲比赛。请根据下列要点写一篇发言稿参赛。内容包括：
1. 海洋现状；
2. 保护措施。
注意：1. 词数80左右；2. 题目和首句已为你写好。
Protecting Our Blue Planet
Good morning, everyone!
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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。
As a young boy, I was carefree. Every vacation I looked forward to two things—seeing my grandpa and hearing his wonderful stories. My grandpa was a very good storyteller. He had worked various odd jobs when he was young and wove his adventures and misadventures into fantastic tales. These wonderful tales colored my childhood.
As I grew up, I had to admit that Grandpa's stories went on a little long, even a little boring and gradually lost their magic. However, not wanting to upset him, my brother and I would sometimes take turns sitting in the living room, listening to grandpa tell his stories.
When my grandpa was approaching 91, he suffered from serious memory-loss. It was kind of what doctors called dementia (痴呆), probably the earliest stage of Alzheimer's disease. Following the doctor's directions, we moved him into a Sunrise Assisted Living Community, where he could get a better care. After that, grandpa hardly came to our house.
One weekend before my grandpa's birthday, I came to visit him. Seeing grandpa sitting in his armchair, dull-looking, I was consumed with mixed feelings. I wheeled grandpa to the sunshine in the courtyard, talking to him. He couldn't express himself clearly and spoke in short bursts, but I listened to him patiently and carefully just as I used to be a little boy.
It was then that I noticed a shadow box with some old and yellowish photos in it. I picked one up, in which my brother, several boys in our neighborhood, and I were playing basketball with grandpa cheering us on twenty years before. My mind flashed back to those beautiful memories. Back then, Grandpa was in good physical condition and we were all wearing basketball jerseys, playing and laughing with abandon. I presented the photo to my grandpa, pointing at each member and reminding him of their names. Incredibly, grandpa could speak out the name of every player. I even caught a soft light in grandpa's eyes and a smile on his lips.
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。
A bright idea for grandpa's birthday came to my mind.________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Seeing "the same players" playing there, grandpa seemed to have thought of something.________________
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2022-2023学年下学期南靖一中、兰水中学高二年期中联考
英语科试卷
听力：1-5 ABACA 6-10 ABCBB 11-15 ABAAB 16-20 BCCBA
阅读：21．B    22．C    23．A 24．A   25．C    26．D    27．A 28．C    29．D    30．B    31．C
32．C    33．A    34．D    35．B
七选五：36．G   37．E    38．D    39．B    40．C
完形填空：41．D    42．A    43．C    44．B    45．A    46．D    47．C   48．B    49．A   40．C    51．B   52．D    53．D   54．A    55．B
短文填词：56. innocent 57. respectively 58. eating 59. inspected 60. recognition
61. praised 62. whose 63. on/upon 64. and 65. are referred
小作文：
Possible version:
Protecting Our Blue Planet
Good morning, everyone! It is such a privilege to stand here to share with you my perspectives on the ocean. As the cradle of life, oceans nurture thousands of creatures and provide us with abundant seafood and energy. However, the ocean is facing threats.
Definitely, pollution is the one that threatens the ocean most. For decades the ocean has been used as a receptacle for industrial toxins. Plus, overfishing has posed a threat to the fragile biosphere of the ocean.
To tackle the crisis, joint efforts from all countries are needed, from establishing related policies to promoting people’s awareness. Besides, we students can do our part by reducing disposable plastics, which are a great contributing factor to the degradation of the ocean.
In conclusion, for a sustainable future, we should care for the ocean. Together we can make a difference. Thank you.
读后续写：
A bright idea for grandpa’s birthday came to my mind. “Why not give grandpa a surprise?” I said to myself. I immediately got down to carrying out my plan. Luckily, I contacted all the players in the photo. To my great delight, they were greatly touched by the plan and all agreed to join in. To make the scene real, I even managed to find all the basketball jerseys, equipment and arrange for a similar-looking basketball court. The big day finally came. After wheeling my grandpa to the court, we began the special game. While playing, I kept an eye on grandpa, waiting for something deep down.
Seeing “the same players” playing there, grandpa seemed to have thought of something. Glancing at grandpa again, I found him cheering us on just like 20 years before. Sitting in the warm sunlight, he cheered and clapped, with a bigger smile. For a while, my mind seemed to flash back to those beautiful days. Indeed, my plan somewhat worked. I was overjoyed that I could do something to delight Grandpa, an important person in my 1ife. I was not sure whether this birthday would stick in his mind, but one thing was certain: it’d definitely stick in mine.
听力材料
Text 1
M: Excuse me, what time is it? I left my watch at home.
W: Yes...it's 1:50 p.m.
M: Oh, that means I only have twenty minutes before the meeting. Thanks!
Text 2
W: What lovely weather! I can finally climb the Great Wall. There's been a lot of rainfall this summer. I thought it was always so rainy in Beijing.
M: Actually the climate in Beijing is rather dry in summer.
Text 3
W: Excuse me, how can I get to the Cross Bakery building?
M: You're actually walking in the opposite direction.
W: I thought I was heading south.
M: No, south is the other direction.
Text 4
W: How long is this watch guaranteed?
M: You can return it in 7 days and exchange it in three months if it doesn't work. But it is really a good watch. Many students use it.
Text 5
M: I'm ready. We can begin. I've been practicing in my driveway all week.
W: Okay. But you will not only be tested on your knowledge of the rules of the road, but on your behavior toward other motorists.
Text 6
W: Jack, a Mr. Turner called you just now. He said your suit was ready.
M: Ah, I ordered a suit in his shop last week.
W: Yes, he said he would be waiting for you this afternoon.
M: Oh, dear, I have an important meeting to attend.
W: Don't worry, I can fetch it for you.
M: Thank you! You are so kind. Oh, this is the order note and here is the money. And the address is on the order note.
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W: What job are you looking for?
M: Actually, I want to work for a web hosting company. It's my dream.
W: What would you do there?
M: Well, web hosting companies provide space for people to store and run their websites. They allow people to run their websites without having to buy their own servers, and I'd like to work in technical support. You know I'm a good communicator.
W: Well, have you ever thought about going back to school to improve your job skills?
M: Wait, wait. What are you suggesting?
W: Well, more training might help you land a better job. You know, you did drop out of college.
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M: Where's Sarah?
W: She just came out of surgery.
M: What happened? I mean, how...how serious is it?
W: Well, one of the witnesses said a truck hit your wife's car when the truck ran a red light. And then her car burst into flames within minutes, but the good thing was that some bystanders pulled her out of the car just in time. She does have injuries though.
M: So, like what?
W: She has a broken leg, a broken arm, a broken nose, and some third-degree burns to her face.
M: Ah! So, was the driver drunk or something?
W: Okay, you...you need to calm down. I can see you're really upset. It looks like the truck driver got distracted by something, or maybe he fell asleep.
M: Probably using a cell phone.
W: We don't know. The police are trying to piece it all together.
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W: Dad, can I go to a movie with Sharon?
M: Yeah, sure, but wait. Weren't you supposed to get a report card sometime this past week?
W: Well, yeah. Can I call Sharon now?
M: You didn't answer my question. Did you receive it or not?
W: I love you, Dad! You're the best!
M: Don't try to ignore my questions. You didn't do well in some of your classes?
W: Well, my English teacher is so boring, and he blows up every time someone talks.
M: In other words, you're not doing so well?
W: Uh, a C.
M: Oh. Well, how are you doing in your Spanish class? You said you liked that subject.
W: Well, I do, but I forgot to turn in a couple of assignments.
M: And how are you doing in history?
W: Oh, that's my favorite class. Mr. Jones is always passing out candy if you know the answers to his questions. Dad, can I go now?
M: Well, but you need to come straight home from the movie.
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W: Ladies and gentlemen,
It gives me a great pleasure to be invited here to make a speech. Education is very important in my heart. I grew up in a small village in China. In those days, sixty percent of the villagers couldn't read and of them women accounted for over a half. So my father opened a night school to teach them how to read. With his help many people learned to read newspapers for the first time.
As his daughter, I know what education means to the people, especially those without it. After generations of hard work, China has come a long way in education. I myself benefit a lot from that progress. Otherwise I would never have become a singer and a professor of music.
Many years ago my father made a small difference in his village. Together we can make a big difference. I was once asked about my Chinese dream. I said I hope all children especially girls can have access to good education.
Thank you very much.