江苏省苏州市2021届高三上学期期中考试 英语(含答案+听力mp3)

2021届高三年级第一学期期中考试
英　　语 2020.11
本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分。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 is the woman probably doing?
A. Looking for a box. B. Doing some cleaning. C. Fixing the shelf.
(　　)2. What does the man say about the restaurant?
A. The food was not his thing. B. The waiters were noisy.
C．The atmosphere was friendly.
(　　)3. How much should the woman pay?
A. $14. B. $ 17. C. $29.
(　　)4. Why does Mary look worried?
A. She has lost her job. B. She didn't get promoted.
C. She is concerned about her father.
(　　)5. What are the speakers talking about?
A. An adventure. B. A vacation plan. C. A book.
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 did the man buy the necklace?
A. On the Internet. B. In a supermarket. C. In a gold shop.
(　　)7. Why did the woman apologize to the man?
A. She was rude to the man. B. She sent him the wrong goods.
C. She delayed sending the necklace.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
(　　)8. What is the woman doing?
A. Buying a map. B. Asking for the directions.
C. Borrowing a phone from the man.
(　　)9. What trouble is the woman facing?
A. Her phone is out of power. B. She couldn't walk any farther.
C. She is late for her first job interview.
(　　)10. How did the man order a taxi for the woman?
A. He made a call. B. He signaled one. C. He used a phone app.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
(　　)11. Who are the speakers?
A. A doctor and a patient. B. A teacher and a student.　C. A salesman and a customer.
(　　)12. What is probably the cause of the man's problems?
A. He often overeats. B. He works too hard. C. He smokes heavily.
(　　)13. What does the woman ask the man to do?
A. Stop working and go on a vacation. 　　　　　B. Give up smoking as soon as possible.
C. Change his diet and get some exercise.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
(　　)14. What interests the woman most about the job?
A. The training. B. The high pay. C. The work experience.
(　　)15. What did the woman major in?
A. Writing. B. Journalism. C. German.
(　　)16. How many languages can the woman speak?
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five.
(　　)17. What does the woman do to relax herself?
A. She goes swimming. B. She climbs mountains. C. She listens to light music.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
(　　)18. To whom is the speaker talking?
A. New employees. B. Foreign tourists. C. International students.
(　　)19. What are girls advised to do in a café？
A. Take care of their bags. B. Don't talk to strangers. C. Leave the place quickly.
(　　)20. What is the best place to park a car?
A. Beside a house. B. On a quiet road. C. In a public car park.
第二部分　阅读理解(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
Bermuda, the island known for its pink­sand beaches, blue waters, and year­round warm weather, has been announced the Official Sponsor of the U．S. Open. It's a fitting collaboration(协作), given the island's reputation as a destination for travelers in search of perfect adventures—just a ninety­minute flight from New York City. Lesser known, however, is that the long history of American tennis was introduced by this attractive Atlantic island.
Nearly a hundred and fifty years ago, the New York celebrity Mary Ewing Outerbridge sailed for days to vacation on this quiet island. She watched, fascinated, as some British soldiers stationed there played tennis, although a version different from one we know today. The courts in Bermuda were shaped like hourglasses, the net was also higher, and a number of the rules were different.
Mary became fascinated watching the ball flying back and forth, and ended up purchasing a kit containing all the materials needed to bring the sport home to Staten Island. Using a hand­drawn diagram, she laid out a court at her brother's cricket club, where the sport caught on among members. From there, the game's popularity quickly grew, leading to standardized rules and regulations—and then, in 1880, to the first U．S. tennis championship.
In only a few years, Mary's unexpected souvenir from her Bermuda trip helped set a national tradition: today, nearly eighteen million people in the US play the sport, from the public­tennis­court games in many cities to the annual U．S. Open, in NYC. Mary's role in bringing tennis from Bermuda to America has earned her a place in the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
It only serves to enhance the sport's appeal to learn that every swing of the racket in the US can be traced back to Bermuda, where island adventures still wait for all travelers—tennis lovers included. You're welcome!
(　　)21. What can we learn about Bermuda?
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

A. It is distant from New York City.
B. It is friendly to adventure seekers.
C. It is unfit to sponsor the U．S. Open.
D. It is better known for being the origin of tennis.
(　　)22. Which of the following is Mary's contribution to American tennis?
A. She held the first U．S. tennis championship.
B. She made the game become world famous.
C. She designed the first tennis court in the US.
D. She set standard rules and regulations of the game.
(　　)23. What is the real purpose of this passage?
A. To introduce the founder of American tennis.
B. To introduce the history of American tennis.
C. To attract more people to enjoy the sport.
D. To attract more people to tour Bermuda.
B
I took a job at a vet (兽医) clinic almost five decades ago. As an enthusiastic animal lover, I accepted the position on the condition that I wouldn't have to assist with any wounded animals. I couldn't bear to see any creature in pain.
At the end of my first week, we were closing the office for the day when a young man ran up to us holding a severely injured Doberman pinscher puppy(杜宾幼犬) in his arms and begging us to save his life. The four­month­old pup had been hit by a car.
The doctor and I ran back into the operating room. The only place the skin was still attached to this poor little animal's body was around one shoulder. The vet worked tirelessly for what seemed like hours, sewing him back together again. That was the easy part. The puppy had broken multiple bones, including his spine(脊椎) . If he survived the next few days, we were quite sure he would never walk again.
That day forever changed my life. I became the vet's assistant in all things medical. One of my first jobs was to give that Doberman puppy daily physical therapy. I remember moving his tiny legs to try to keep his muscles from weakening.
Weeks went by until one day, I felt this little fighter push back ever so slightly. And he continued to push back till he could finally use his legs.
Fast­forward about a year. I walked into the clinic's crowded waiting room and called the name of the next client. Suddenly, a huge Doberman who had been standing quietly with his owner on the opposite side of the room broke loose and dashed toward me. I found myself pinned against the wall with this magnificent dog standing on his hind legs, his front paws on my shoulders, washing my face with abundant and joyful kisses!
I still tear up in amazement at the display of love and gratitude the dog had for me that day all those years ago.
(　　)24. Which was the possible position the author took originally at the clinic?
A. A medical assistant. B. A professional vet.
C. An enthusiastic volunteer. D. A regular receptionist.
(　　)25. How did the author help the dog?
A. She sewed his wounds. B. She fixed his spine.
C. She helped him to recover. D. She taught him to walk.
(　　)26. What can we infer about the dog?
A. He struggled to be on his feet. B. He liked to lick people's faces.
C. He got well immediately. D. He got fierce afterwards.
(　　)27. What is the best title of this passage?
A. A loving vet B. A lucky dog
C. A grateful patient D. A life­changing story
C
The driver who cuts you off in traffic. The neighbors who don't pick up after their dog. Situations such as these get our hearts racing and send our stress levels skyrocketing. Anger isn't a pleasant feeling. Some of us __bottle__up__the emotion, while others explode in a wild rage(狂怒). Both habits do considerable harm to our bodies, our minds, and our relationships.
“Anger may feel uncomfortable and a lot of people think they have to get rid of their anger，” says Patrick Keelan, a registered psychologist in Calgary, Alberta. “But anger is an emotion built into us to signal that something needs to be addressed. When we take notice of that signal and actually wrestle with the problem instead of turning a blind eye to it, we're usually much better for it.”
Unfortunately, many of us have been conditioned to keep our emotions hidden. Increasingly, research is suggesting that this can have long­term effects on our health. Investigators at the University of Rochester noticed that people who contain their emotions tend to live shorter lives. When we're angry, stress hormones are released, which can make us more likely to develop a wide range of diseases, including diabetes, depression, immune­related conditions.
Is it better, then, to scream and howl whenever something makes you mad? That's probably the reason why “rage rooms” have popped up in many American cities, where folks are invited to let steam off by violently smashing(打碎) stuff in a“safe” environment. However, the research indicates that when people display anger aggressively, it can actually increase the intensity of the anger—and increase the likelihood of aggressive actions in the future. It doesn't take much imagination to predict how such behavior can affect your relationship with your spouse, your kids, or your colleagues. It also hurts your health. A large 2016 study at McMaster University found that people are more than twice as likely to have a heart attack after an angry explosion.
If we shouldn't bottle up our angry feelings but aggressive behavior isn't healthy either, how should we handle things that tick us off? It's the extreme highs and lows that cause the damage. If you're able to apply techniques that smooth out some of those peaks and valleys, you can have a gentler ride.
(　　)28. What does the underlined phrase “bottle up” in Paragraph 1 mean?
A. Build up. B. Hold back.
C. Let off. D. Bring out.
(　　)29. What does Patrick Keelan think of anger?
A. Uncomfortable and avoidable. B. Terrible and threatening.
C. Confusing and complex. D. Normal and natural.
(　　)30. What is the consequence of displaying anger aggressively?
A. It leads to people's depression. B. It warns people against violence.
C. It adds to people's anger. D. It helps people to calm down.
(　　)31. What will be talked about if the passage is continued?
A. Possible causes of anger. B. Tips on handling anger.
C. Possible harm of anger. D. Tips on avoiding anger.
D
Alexa is Amazon's cloud­based voice service available on hundreds of millions of devices from Amazon and third­party device manufacturers. With Alexa, you can build natural voice experiences that offer customers a way to interact with the technology they use every day.
Alexa is always eavesdropping(窃听). (So are Siri, Google Assistant, and any other virtual assistant you invite into your home.) This is and isn't as horrible as it sounds. Although it's true that the device can hear everything you say within range of its microphones, it is listening for its wake word before it starts recording. Once it hears that—“Alexa” is the default(默认), but there are other options—everything in the following few seconds is considered to be a command or a request and is sent to (and stored on) servers in the cloud, where the correct response is triggered. Think of a smart speaker like a dog: It's always listening, but it understands only “cookie”“walk” or “Buddy”. Everything else goes right over its head.
Every time Alexa hears a command, Amazon—its parent company—has just learned something about you. Maybe the company learned only that you like to listen to the Police, or that you like funny jokes, or that you turn your lights off at 11 p．m. every night. If you were to say “Alexa, where should I bury the body？” you're not going to have the police showing up at your door. (I know because I've tried it.)
Alexa does make mistakes. Sometimes this can be funny, such as when Alexa hears its wake word in a TV show. Other times it's more serious, including an instance in 2018 when Alexa mistakenly sent an entire private conversation to a random person's Echo device. Occasionally there are even humans listening to your request for weather reports or trying to figure out what you meant when you added “mangosteens” to your shopping list. Sound disturbing? You likely already agreed to it in the app's terms of use when you installed the device.
What bits of privacy are you willing to sacrifice for the convenience provided by a smart speaker? If you trust that Amazon's intentions are no more immoral than getting a better idea of what you want to buy on Prime Day, then you have your answer. If you worry about your private information falling into the hands of the wrong people, then you have another answer.
(　　)32. Why does the author compare smart speakers to dogs?
A. To show smart speakers are life companions like dogs.
B. To show smart speakers are sensitive to users' commands.
C. To show smart speakers are woken by specific words.
D. To show wake words for smart speakers are different.
(　　)33. What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A. The tech company knows less than users imagine.
B. The tech company is spying on users' everyday life.
C. The tech company turns a blind eye to some crimes.
D. The tech company is interested in users' music taste.
(　　)34. Which of the following best describes Alexa?
A. All­round. B. Imperfect. C. Funny. D. Immoral.
(　　)35. What does the author think of using smart speakers?
A. It is a matter of opinion. B. Privacy is a high price to pay.
C. It is part and parcel of life. D. Convenience always comes first.
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。
No one will be surprised to hear that the arts are under fire in this day and age. We view the arts as something of a hobby, something that's fun but certainly can't pay the rent. Do we really need art in our lives?
It seems as though the loss of art in daily life is a sad fact of life, but it doesn't have to be. __36__ For example, art therapy has helped people with a range of illnesses, both mental and physical, cope with their symptoms. Art is found almost anywhere you look in your home. Practical items, such as bedspreads, furniture or clothing, are all art forms in themselves and arouse emotions in the people interacting with them.
__37__ History tells us what happened and when it happened, but it can't tell us how the population at large felt about it, which is where art steps in. We know a lot about how people in the past lived and worked, because their art has given us such a deep insight into their daily lives.
Most of all, we need art in our lives as it gives us a form of self­expression. __38__ You may not think you talk about your feelings, but you may express them in other ways. Some like to cook or bake, some like to work on machinery, and others may like to paint or draw. __39__
So, do we need art in our lives? Many people would say no, but the art they're thinking of is the art you see in galleries. __40__ It helps those in need, gives people in the future an idea of what life was like, and is a vital form of self­expression.
A. Art also gives us insight into the world.
B. Art doesn't have to be something that everyone understands.
C. There are actually a lot of practical uses for art for many people.
D. Art is much more accessible and is truly needed in everyday life.
E. Being able to talk about our feelings is essential to staying healthy.
F. We use art to express ourselves, showcase talent, and grow as people.
G. Whatever you like to do in your spare time, you're probably creating art.
第三部分　语言知识运用(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。
We moved there on my third birthday. My first __41__ is our neighbor Arlene handing me strawberries from her garden through a hole in the chain­link fence. She and her husband, Bill, lived next door.
One day, my parents asked Bill and Arlene whether they'd watch me __42__ they were out on a date. This __43__ well for everyone, so it became a somewhat monthly occurrence. Arlene and Bill didn't have kids. They had a __44__ room in their house, which became “my” room. I had a cabinet and boxes of toys and books in that room, Arlene and I would do crafts together. Bill taught me how to __45__ the lawn tractor and eventually a car (stick and automatic)．
When I was about five, I had an idea. My parents were watching TV when I spit it out：“What if I adopt Bill and Arlene as my __46__？” My parents said I could go over and ask them. I __47__ on Bill and Arlene's door, sat down in their living room, and said, “Will you guys be my grandparents？” They started crying and __48__ accepted. Soon after, they printed out an adoption __49__， and it hung on their living room wall from then on.
I remember being surprised that they took my __50__ so seriously—not because I wasn't serious but because I was just a kid. They could have __51__ it off. Thinking of that moment still brings tears to my eyes. There is something truly magnificent about a child offering up her love and __52__ being so excited to accept it. Every child in this world __53__ enthusiastically responded love.
Arlene passed away in 2013, two days before our adoption anniversary. Bill gave her eulogy(悼词). At the end, he said, “Arlene __54__ her husband, Bill. And the greatest joy of her life, her granddaughter, Katie.”
After the funeral, Bill gave me the ring he'd gifted to Arlene on their 25th wedding anniversary. It's a simple gold band that I wear on my ring finger as a __55__ of the kind of love I wish to put into this world.
(　　)41. A. thought B. impression C. memory D. communication
(　　)42. A. while B. though C. unless D. because
(　　)43. A. improved B. worked C. performed D. operated
(　　)44. A. private B. spare C. public D. smooth
(　　)45. A. drive B. build C. store D. select
(　　)46. A. relations B. friends C. children D. grandparents
(　　)47. A. observed B. called C. knocked D. stroke
(　　)48. A. enthusiastically B. reluctantly C. voluntarily D. unwillingly
(　　)49. A. academy B. commitment C. certificate D. procedure
(　　)50. A. charge B. offer C. sentence D. favor
(　　)51. A. kicked B. laughed C. kept D. wiped
(　　)52. A. people B. parents C. adults D. friends
(　　)53. A. refuses B. hopes C. receives D. deserves
(　　)54. A. leaves behind B. counts on C. gives away D. submits to
(　　)55. A. reminder B. suggestion C. proof D. present
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。
The so­called STEM subjects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are popular study choices for young Saudi women. In total, 28% of scientific researchers in the Kingdom are women, in line __56__ the global average of 30%. Many women who graduate with STEM degrees from Saudi Arabia undertake __57__(advance) study in the U．S. or other nations and return to assume senior roles at institutions in their home country, __58__ their work often earns them an international reputation. Foremost among the female scientists is Yasmin Altwaijri, who __59__(carry) out groundbreaking research in two areas that have become national priorities: obesity and mental health. Altwaijri's study of the rise in obesity in the Kingdom inspired the government's Quality of Life program and its support for fitness, sports, gyms, and __60__(health) lifestyles. More recently, Altwaijri has turned her attention to the issue of mental health. As one of the driving forces behind the Saudi National Mental Health Survey, Altwaijri was important in measuring, for the first time, the scale of mental health problems in Saudi Arabia. Some 4，000 people across the country __61__(interview) for the study.
The findings from the survey have inspired a new effort to raise __62__(aware) of mental health issues across the Kingdom. Altwaijri, __63__ keen believer in the potential of digital healthcare technology, is now helping to roll out new apps and health services that will help Saudi Arabia fight some of its most pressing health issues. “Saudi Arabia is facing the same health challenges __64__ any other developed country，” she says. “Digital healthcare products can give us the tools we need __65__(fight) these global epidemics.”
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，你的朋友Frank询问你最近的情况。你校在教育部提倡的劳动教育中，开展了 “Let's do housework”活动，请你给他回一份邮件，告诉他相关信息，邮件内容包括：
1. 活动的目的；2. 活动的内容；3. 你的感想。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；2. 邮件开头和结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。
参考词汇： 劳动教育： education on the hard­working spirit
Dear Frank，
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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。
“I hate them! I really hate them！” shouted Tom angrily.
Tara and Mike looked at their friend. They couldn't believe it. He was really furious!
“Andy is OK now，” said Tara, trying to calm Tom down.
The three friends were in the park after school. They were talking about their friend Andy. Andy was the youngest in the class and today two bullies(欺凌者) pushed him against a locker and hurt him. Andy fell and cut his head. Now he has five stitches(缝针) in his forehead.
Their school was a nice, peaceful place until Brian and Mark arrived a few months ago. Brian and Mark were bullies and their favorite trouble spot was the locker room. That morning their victim was Andy, maybe because he was smaller and younger than everyone else in the class.
The teachers knew that there were some bullying incidents at school. But most kids didn't want to report the incidents. So bullying at their school wasn't an “official” problem.
During the incident Andy cut his head. As soon as the bullies saw the blood, they disappeared. Andy called for help and a teacher came and took him straight to the hospital. But Andy didn't tell the teacher about the bullies. When the head teacher asked him, he simply said，“I fell and cut my head.”
“Brian and Mark must pay！” repeated Tom. He was walking around in circles and hitting the palm of his left hand with his right fist.“Can't you see? You are behaving like the bullies，” Tara said sadly. Mike looked at Tom, too, and he knew Tom very well. Tom hated violence.“Bullying is not cool，” said Mike, waving his arms like he was dancing.“We have to tell someone about this，” said Tara.“Andy was hurt.”
But right now, Tom had other things on his mind. He not only hated the bullies but also hated violence. He was in a dilemma—he wanted to fight Brian and Mark but he didn't want to fight with the bullies by violence.
注意：
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150 左右；
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1：
“What can we do？” Tom and his friends decided to find a way out. ________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2：
The three friends started to put their anti­bully plan into practice.________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________


2021届高三年级第一学期期中考试(苏州)
英语参考答案及听力材料

听力
1～5　BBCCC　6～10　ABBAC　11～15　ABCAB　16～20　BCCAC
阅读
第一节
21～25　BCDDC　26～30　ACBDC　31～35　BCABA
第二节
36～40　CAEGD
语言运用
第一节
41～45　CABBA　46～50　DCACB　51～55　BCDAA
第二节
56. with　57. advanced　58. where　59. has carried　60. healthy　61. were interviewed/have been interviewed　62. awareness　63. a　64. as　65. to fight
写作
第一节
One possible version：
Dear Frank,
I am so glad to hear from you and I am writing to tell you about my life. To strengthen education on the hard­working spirit among students, our school has launched a campaign called “Let's do housework”. Students are supposed to acquire basic working capability and form good working habits through it.
We do whatever we can after study like washing the dishes, tidying the room and doing the laundry. Doing housework not only helps reduce parents' burden but also helps us to develop a sense of responsibility.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
One possible version：
“What can we do？” Tom and his friends decided to find a way out. It seemed that they had to solve the problem in a sensible and civilized way. “Listen guys，” said Tom. “I've got a plan.” “What is it？” asked both Tara and Mike with interest. “We can send messages to our friends and ask them to re­send the text to someone else. In this way, we can create a network.” said Tom. The three friends talked about this idea for the whole afternoon and their idea gradually turned into a solid plan.
The three friends started to put their anti­bully plan into practice. Tom wrote a message on his Facebook, appealing to all to take anti­bully action. All the people were impressed and wanted to stop the bullies for good. One day when Brian and Mark attempted to play their old tricks again, someone reported the incident to the police immediately. Soon two police officers came and took them back to investigate. Tom and his friends learnt something important — you are never too young to make a difference.

听力材料
Text 1
M: Amy, what's in that black box on the top shelf?
W: You will know if you come over and clean up the garage with me, Jim. All the stuff on the top shelf is Dad's.
Text 2
W: How do you like the restaurant?
M: Well, I have to say it's not my thing. The food was fine, but the restaurant was too crowded and the waiters kept shouting all the time. I thought they should be working in a quieter and friendlier way.
Text 3
W: Hello, I want to order two large pizzas. I'd like them for delivery. My address is 14 Walnut Drive.
M: The pizza is 12 dollars each and you need to pay 5 dollars for delivery. It should take about forty­five minutes to get to your place.
Text 4
M: You look worried, Mary.
W: Yes. My father didn't get the promotion he wanted at work, so he has been upset these days.
Text 5
W: Have you read this new best­seller by Mike Brooklyn?
M: No, I haven't. I'm not really into fiction.
W: I think you'd like this one—it's a very fast paced adventure, and Brooklyn has a wild imagination.
M: Really? Maybe I'll try to read it when I'm on vacation.
Text 6
M: Hello, my name is Lance Alien. I'm calling about the gold necklace I bought from you on the Internet five days ago.
W: What can I do for you? Is there a problem?
M: Please forgive me if I sound rude, but I wouldn't call you unless there was a problem. In fact, I never got the necklace. You sent me a cheap watch instead. The delivery person can prove that.
W: Oh, I'm terribly sorry for the mistake, sir. I will try to fix it as soon as possible.
M: Thanks. Would you please send me the gold necklace right now? My wife's birthday is the day after tomorrow.
W: Certainly, sir. I sincerely apologize for this problem. I will arrange it right away, and I promise you will receive the necklace before your wife's birthday.
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W: Excuse me? I'm sorry to bother you, but do you know where the Baxter Building is?
M: Yes. If you head down this way, go straight down this street for four blocks, then in the fourth block turn right and you should see it in front of you.
W: Thank you. I'm late for an interview. This is my second time for a job interview. My phone battery died so I cannot see a map or call the company to tell them I'm running late.
M: In that case you'd better get a taxi instead of walking.
W: I tried signaling three but none were stopping for me.
M: I have a taxi app on my phone. Maybe I could order one for you.
W: That's very kind of you. Please, take the money to cover the cost.
M: That's not necessary. I just hope you can get the job!
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W: How can I help you, Mr Daniels?
M: Well, I started having headaches a couple of weeks ago and they're getting worse. I can't sleep properly. I feel tired all the time. And the worst thing is my hair is going grey and I'm only 30.
W: I see. Let me ask you some questions. Do you smoke?
M: No. I gave it up a month ago.
W: Right. I see you're a salesman. How many hours a week do you work?
M: Normally, I do eight hours a day. But at the moment I'm working at least 10 hours and some Saturdays.
W: That's too much. What do you do when you don't have to work?
M: Well, I usually sit in front of the TV with a sandwich and a few beers.
W: Hmm. Do you do any exercise at the moment?
M: Not really. But I'm losing a lot of weight and I don't know why.
W: I think you are suffering from overwork. I want you to eat a wider variety of food and do some exercise. Come back and see me in four weeks and I'll give you a check­up.
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M: Good morning. Come in and sit down. Now then, I wonder if you could tell us why you are interested in this job.
W: Well, it's my dream to become a writer. And you offer higher pay than my previous job. What attracts me most is that your magazine provides training.
M: Thank you for the answer. What qualities do you have for this job?
W: I learned journalism in college. I'm good at writing and expressing myself. I have my own ideas and opinions on the things that I am faced with and I'm imaginative. And most importantly, I have great enthusiasm for the job. Besides, I can speak three foreign languages: German, French and Chinese, except our native language.
M: Now, I'd like to listen to your ideas about yourself. Do you have any hobbies?
W: Yes, I like swimming very much. I also spend some time climbing mountains, I turn to some light music when I want to relax.
M: Well, Let's finish this interview for the moment. If you want to wait in the library for about ten minutes, we'll let you know whether we need you or not.
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M: Hello everybody. My name is David Anderson. I'm glad to be invited by the International Student Centre to give you a talk on how to protect yourselves and avoid losses, both on and off campus. First, if you, especially the girls, are in a café or restaurant, make sure that your bag is where you can keep an eye on it. If you want to leave for a while, don't ask a stranger to take care of it. Just take it with you. Second, if you drive, park in a public car park, or at least in a well­lighted area if it's at night. Avoid the quiet dark roads, and don't leave your passport, laptop, or cash in the car. Third, if you have to walk home alone late at night, stick to well­lighted areas. If you really think someone is going to hurt you, go to the nearest house and ask for help. If a car stops to ask for information, just keep well clear of the door. At last, I just want to say that in this country, it is not allowed to carry a knife, or anything that can be used as a weapon, even if it's for self­defense. Actually, this isn't a dangerous town if you're careful enough.