2022届江苏省南京市、盐城市高三上学期期末考试英语试卷含答案

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江苏省南京市、盐城市2022届高三上学期期末考试英语试卷
2022.1
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。
例： How much is the shirt?
A. ￡19.15.　　　　　　　　　B. ￡9.18.　　　　　　　　C. ￡9.15.
答案是C。
(　　)1. What did Johnson do at the weekend?
A. He attended a competition. 　　B. He prepared for a speech.
C. He played football with friends.
(　　)2. How often did the man go to the gym recently?
A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week.
(　　)3. What would probably be the woman's favorite way to travel?
A. Driving a car. B. Taking an airplane.
C. Taking a high­speed train.
(　　)4. Where does the conversation probably take place?
A. In Spain. B. In France. C. In the UK.
(　　)5. What's the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Strangers. B. Grandma and grandson. C. Mother and son.
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 will the man probably be for Halloween this year?
A. A soldier. B. A cowboy. C. A superhero.
(　　)7. What will the woman do for Halloween?
A. Eat candy. B. Visit her friends. C. See films.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
(　　)8. Where are the speakers?
A. In a restaurant. B. On a film set. C. In a studio.
(　　)9. What time did the speakers have breakfast?
A. At 8：00 a．m. B. At 9：00 a．m. C. At 10：00 a．m.
(　　)10. How does the woman feel about the director?
A. Excited. B. Worried. C. Annoyed.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
(　　)11. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Finding a new home. B. Making a weekend plan.
C. Exploring different areas of the city.
(　　)12. What do the speakers have in common?
A. They both love cooking. 　　　　B. They have similar work schedules.
C. They both live downtown currently.
(　　)13. How does the woman sound?
A. Surprised. B. Stressed. C. Excited.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
(　　)14. Why is the woman in a rush?
A. Her train is leaving soon. 　　　　B. A friend is waiting for her.
C. She has to get to Tokyo as soon as possible.
(　　)15. What can the man do to help the woman?
A. Locate the woman's friend. 　　　　B. Buy her a new train ticket.
C. Help interpret her request.
(　　)16. What will the woman probably do first?
A. Go to the ticket office. B. Print her train ticket. C. Board the train.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
(　　)17. What was the fastest­growing job according to the speaker?
A. Financial workers. B. Website designers.
C. In­home health care workers.
(　　)18. Where does the speaker live now?
A. In Boston. B. In Los Angeles. C. In New York.
(　　)19. What is the most important part of having a career?
A. Being enthusiastic. B. Progressing in your job.
C. Finding industries with a lot of opportunities.
(　　)20. What does the speaker say is the best way to find a job?
A. Attending job fairs. B. Moving to big cities.
C. Meeting people in the industry.
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
Natural. High quality. Unique.
That's Almased.




　　Selected ingredients(原料), an exceptional mix and production process: that's how we create the unique Almased effect.
◆Combination of ingredients that's more effective than individual nutrients(营养物质).
◆No artificial flavourings, fillers or sweeteners.
◆Supports fat­burning during digestion.
◆Supports resistance to common diseases.
　　Many products promise what only Almased can deliver. In order to achieve the unique Almased effect, it takes more than just mixing soy, yogurt and honey. The recipe for our Almased powder is as simple as it is unique: high­quality and natural soy, honey and yogurt.
　　SOY | The high­quality non­GMO soy(非转基因大豆) used in Almased is an environmentally friendly, sustainable source of plant protein. A single serving of Almased supplies 27 grams of protein.
HONEY | Unlike most regular honey, which is heat­treated, the raw honey in Almased is bursting with freshness even after it is canned. The honey's natural ingredients are still living and active when you open the can.
YOGURT | Cows that are naturally fed can even in turn encourage grass growth. This is why Almased sources its milk and yogurt from happy cows in Ireland and northern Germany, where they live in green grasslands.
　　Being a natural product, Almased has a very plain taste and can be prepared in many different ways. Whether you like it sweet or fruity, there are no limits to how you flavour it. This ensures Almased doesn't get boring and suits your personal taste perfectly. So quick and easy to prepare, Almased can be fitted into your daily routine with ease.
(　　)21. If you are on a diet, Almased could be a good choice because ________．
A. its nutrients are easier to absorb B. it can help burn fat
C. secret ingredients are included D. it cures common diseases
(　　)22. Why does Almased stand out among other similar products?
A. It manages to mix different ingredients together.
B. Selected ingredients can stay fresh as ever.
C. Soy, yogurt and honey are specially treated.
D. Superior natural materials generate uniqueness.
(　　)23. What can we learn from the last paragraph?
A. Almased can replace our regular routine diet.
B. It's hard to make Almased appeal to everyone.
C. There seem various ways of serving Almased.
D. Almased has just the same taste as plain yogurt.
B
I'm rather good at using maps. But I forgot the maps and here we were, late afternoon, last day of vacation, my daughter, my cousin and I, driving along a two­lane highway in Oregon. No other car in sight, and the sun had just gone down. Where was that sweet little village?
It was supposed to be right along this river. We drove on, farther into the unknown, river always at left as our guide. We kept passing farms and fields and now a few lights were coming out. In my head, I was doing a lot of self­criticisms: Why didn't we start earlier, bring the map and on and on? My cousin and I were both impatient and stressed. My daughter, at least, was happy in the back seat, text messaging a friend. I pulled up on the shoulder of the road to think.
Just then—WOW! Amazing! A new scene had appeared. Where did it come from?
Right there, out of nowhere: a magical misty landscape. Fields stretched in silent purples, with rows of tall trees, darkening in the dusk(黄昏). I turned the car engine off. All was silent in the hot summer air. Beside us, a plum­colored river hardly moved between a border of trees, its dark lazy water reflecting the last light of day.
How breathtaking! Where had it been? If I had seen even a bit of this beauty while driving along, I could have stopped and taken a look. I had missed it all.
We miss a lot, almost everything, in fact, in our world. Our task­focused filters(过滤器) take care of that, selecting only what we need. We need to get to work. Have some lunch. We see what we need to see, often for purposes of survival. Gregory Bateson, speaking of beauty, said the judgment is selection of a fact. In our daily lives, who or what is doing the selecting? Can we make a change? Can we see further?
(　　)24. Which of the following might be the destination of the author's driving?
A. Her own home. B. A vacation spot.
C. A tourist centre. D. Her cousin's farm.
(　　)25. What made the author keep blaming herself in the beginning?
A. That the vacation was below her expectations.
B. That she wasn't as good at using maps as before.
C. That her cousin and daughter couldn't get along.
D. That lack of full preparations got her to lose her way.
(　　)26. The author felt really amazed because ________．
A. her carelessness brought an unexpected pleasure
B. she discovered a tourist spot unknown to the public
C. she unintentionally reached what she had planned to
D. the right route to her destination came out of nowhere
(　　)27. What does the story intend to tell us?
A. Stay cool when you are trapped in trouble.
B. Make a change for the purpose of survival.
C. Slow down your paces to enjoy beauty in life.
D. Be positive because there's always an alternative.
C
Virtual reality can improve brain activity that may be crucial for learning, memory and even treating Alzheimer's, a study on rats has found.
After monitoring the rats' brain activity, researchers from the University of California Los Angeles discovered electrical activity in a region known as the hippocampus neurons(海马体神经元) differed depending on whether the rats were placed in real­world or VR environments. The new findings are significant as the hippocampus is a primary driver of learning and memory in the brain.
When rats walk around in real life, electrical activity in the hippocampus appears to synchronize(同步发生) at a rate of eight heartbeats per second. Heartbeats at this frequency are generally known as “theta(Θ) waves”， with stronger Θ waves seeming to improve the brain's ability to learn and keep sensory information. When placed in a VR environment, the rat's Θ waves became stronger.
“It turns out that amazing things happen when the rat is in virtual reality，” said Prof Mayank Mehta from UCLA. The scientists also found that VR environments could change different electrical rhythms(节律) in different parts of the neurons, which indicates that scientists may be able to control human brain rhythms.
“This is a new technology that has great potential，” Mehta said. The study also indicates why VR may stimulate these unique brain waves. A big part of it,__Mehta puts, may be down to the very different set of stimuli presented in VR.
Imagine that you're approaching a doorway in real life. Your eyes see the door getting larger. But how do you know that you're moving forward and the door isn't coming to you? The answer is that your brain uses information such as the acceleration of your head through space or the shift of weight from one foot to the other—information that may not be present during a VR experience.
(　　)28. According to the passage, why are the new findings important?
A. VR's contributions to learning have finally been identified.
B. VR can affect electrical activity in the hippocampus neurons.
C. VR produces the same effects on brains as real environments.
D. VR is likely to become another driver for learning and memory.
(　　)29. What can we learn about Θ waves?
A. They don't respond to different brain rhythms.
B. They remain stable in different environments.
C. They affect how human perceive knowledge.
D. They have little to do with the rate of heartbeats.
(　　)30. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 5 refer to?
A. The potential of the new technology.
B. The control of human brain rhythms.
C. The change in different parts of neurons.
D. The stimulation of the unique brain waves.
(　　)31. How does the author introduce VR's different set of stimuli?
A. By conducting further tests on rats. B. By comparing different environments.
C. By providing a detailed analysis. D. By explaining the theory of VR.
D
The new radio programme from Self­help expert Glennon Doyle unexpectedly disturbed me. In a session of WeCanDoHardThings, she focuses on boundaries and their importance to our mental happiness. I heartily agree with her, because saying a polite but firm “no” is one of the basics for a happy life. I was, however, interested when she raised the idea that perhaps, as well as learning when to confirm our boundaries, we also need to stretch them. When does a boundary become a cage that locks us away?
Isn't it always the case that just as you think you've got an area of life nailed; somebody comes along to show you that that's not the case? As I listened, I started to see boundaries that might cause more problems than they were solving.
There was the work boundary that said that unless a project fell exactly into my topics, I wouldn't take it—which meant that I turned down work that was otherwise interesting and rewarding.
There was the boundary that said I wasn't to buy anything until I'd reached my savings goal—which resulted in me having to restart my laptop 20 times a day.
And then there was a boundary around relationships that set out exactly how I should be treated and what I wanted in them. Helpful to some extent, it blocked me from allowing someone to express their love for me, even if it wasn't quite what I had predicted.
Had I been doing boundaries wrong all the time? Did I need to figure them all out again? I've spent the past few weeks looking at the boundaries I've secretly put in place, and I've let myself lower some that have been my protection over the years. Then I've come to the conclusion that, when it comes to boundaries, I'm a beginner again, and that's fine. In fact, being back at the beginning is a blessing because it means there are still lessons to be learned and adventures to be had and that is something for which I can only be grateful.
(　　)32. What has really interested the author in Glennon Doyle's programme?
A. The importance of confirming our boundaries.
B. The benefits of boundaries to our happiness.
C. The urgency of maintaining our boundaries.
D. The necessity of reassessing our boundaries.
(　　)33. What can be concluded as to the author's views on boundaries?
A. We should favour savings goals over boundaries.
B. Boundaries tend to keep us from potential friends.
C. Boundaries are very likely to relieve boredom at work.
D. We should stick to boundaries despite inconvenience.
(　　)34. How did the author feel about boundaries after the adjustments?
A. Relaxed. B. Depressed. C. Pressured. D. Amused.
(　　)35. What is probably the best title for the passage?
A. Just when you think you've got things sorted ...
B. Just where you believe there's no way out ...
C. How can we live a life without boundaries?
D. How do we become victims of boundaries?
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。
Shannan Hearne's oldest dream was to own a ranch(牧场). In February 2020, her dream finally came true when she opened the gates of Sun and Moon Ranch. Then, just a month later, the country slid into COVID­19 lockdown. __36__
With large areas of grasslands and plenty of sunshine and fresh air, there was no safer way for frightened neighbors to get out of the house. __37__ Sure, you can sign up for riding lessons or board your horse. But you can also drop by to play with the chickens, goats, and dogs, or join the younger ranchers playing on the big pile of freshly dug dirt. Hearne now saw the ranch as something more than a business—it would be a place the community could call home.
__38__ Many of them came not just for free cookouts, but for the chance to find peace of mind. “I had a vision for the space able to help cure those in need，” says Hearne. One of those people, now 15, was born without fingers on one hand. His grandmother brought him to Sun and Moon for riding lessons. Learning to control a horse with one hand helped him better manage his disability, and he grew closer to his grandmother over their shared love of horses. “__39__ And I believe this is especially true for children or anyone who struggles with any sort of psychological issues，” Hearne says.
Another boy became selectively silent because of his autism(自闭症). __40__ Taking the reins(缰绳), literally, helped him do so in his daily life too. “I could see how the empowerment of riding was helping him feel once again in control of the world around him，” says Hearne.
A. The ranch, Hearne realized, should be for everybody.
B. As the pandemic deepened, locals began to gather there.
C. Soon Hearne's dream began to grow into something bigger.
D. Locals desired to put up a tent there when they felt worn out.
E. Lesson by lesson, Hearne watched him slowly come out of his own world.
F. He went from not answering questions to literally talking our ears off.
G. There is something empowering about controlling a thousand­pound animal.
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。
Alvin, 66，was deep in the woods in Grand Cane, Louisiana, last December when something caught his eye. As Alvin __41__， he saw that the object was a broken balloon. Attached was a piece of paper __42__ with star stickers.
“Dear Santa，” the handwritten __43__ read.“My name is Luna. I am four years old. I live in Liberal, Kansas. I would like candy, Spider­Man ball, a puppy. With love, Luna.”
Moved by the note, Alvin __44__ he was going to make Luna's wish come true. On January 2，2021, Alvin posted a photo of the balloon and the Christmas list on his Facebook page, asking for help locating the __45__. At first, he wasn't confident that the __46__ would work. But as he saw the number of people sharing his post climb into the hundreds, “My hope grew into __47__，” Alvin says.
Meanwhile, Leticia, Luna's mother, whose family had a hard time in the past year, had no idea that such an effort was __48__. One day in early January, “Someone found Luna's balloon，” said a friend in the call. __49__ by her friend many times, she logged on to Facebook and saw Alvin's post. Leticia was __50__. But, before reaching out to Alvin, she __51__. She hadn't really expected anyone would find the balloons, let alone __52__ to buy gifts for her daughter. When Alvin told her it would mean a lot to him to __53__ the girl's wishes, she agreed to let him send some gifts.
Now, after having received much __54__， Leticia and Luna intend to pay it forward. “Luckily, our prayers are answered，” she says. “When you ask for something, it may not happen __55__， but it will happen some day.”
(　　)41. A. returned B. settled C. wandered D. approached
(　　)42. A. filled B. mixed C. wrapped D. decorated
(　　)43. A. note B. diary C. poster D. notice
(　　)44. A. explained B. admitted C. decided D. reported
(　　)45. A. editor B. sender C. sponsor D. organizer
(　　)46. A. advice B. desire C. strategy D. preparation
(　　)47. A. regrets B. doubts C. expectations D. curiosity
(　　)48. A. under way B. on air C. at hand D. in need
(　　)49. A. Tricked B. Warned C. Scolded D. Urged
(　　)50. A. bored B. touched C. shocked D. interested
(　　)51. A. hesitated B. insisted C. suffered D. complained
(　　)52. A. struggle B. offer C. afford D. continue
(　　)53. A. discover B. spread C. realize D. treasure
(　　)54. A. respect B. generosity C. guidance D. education
(　　)55. A. immediately B. completely C. eventually D. roughly
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。
For travelers who used to think that Chinese farmers live in poor conditions, the rural tours can be quite an eye opener. __56__(travel) to Jiangsu's rural villages, many of which look like beautiful postcard scenes, might be totally different from __57__ you have imagined. A rural tour to the province might allow travelers to have a glance at their daily lives as well as the __58__(develop) of China's rural areas in recent years.
Longshang village, which has 140 people from 51 households, is __59__(locate) at the foot of Youzi Mountain in Nanjing's Gaochun district. It used to have ruined houses, __60__(mud) roads and annoying flies everywhere. In 2017, experts __61__(invite) to design the village's landscape and help restore its ancient buildings. Now it has become __62__“internet celebrity” and attracted many visitors __63__(draw) by its tea houses, cafés and book stores.
Also in Nanjing, Bulao village in Pukou district, known as Never Aging village, has attracted many who are interested in finding the secret of staying young. __64__ clean water and refreshing air, the village impresses many by its stone streets, ancient­style farm houses and various sports venues __65__ people can go hiking, play baseball and go fishing.
第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是校学生会主席李华，你校将举办以“弘扬中华传统文化”为主题的校园英语戏剧 节。请用英语写一则书面通知，向全校各班级征集节目，内容包括：
1. 举办时间、地点等；
2. 节目要求。
注意：
1. 词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
NOTICE
January 11th, 2022
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Students' Union
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。
December 5, 2012, was a very special day for Josephine and Scott Lansing, as it marked the fourth adoption for the Lansings.
When they began the journey to adopt their first daughter, Cloe, years ago, Josephine and Scott Lansing never imagined they would eventually have a house full of girls. The couple later adopted Josie in 2011 and Annabelle in 2012. For the Lansing family, adoption is about giving every child the opportunity to grow healthily in a loving home. Scott and Josephine are great advocates for each of their daughters, and they make sure each child knows how special and loved they are.
In February of 2009, Bethany entered into the care of Child Protective Services due to her mother's inability to care for her and her brothers and sisters. Her experiences made it very difficult for her to trust adults, since she learned from an early age that she could only count on herself. She lived in a shelter for several months before moving into a foster home(寄养家庭). Still, Bethany struggled to understand why she had been taken away from the only family she had known. In May of 2010，Bethany was placed at Helping Hand Home for Children's Residential Treatment Center, where her journey to returning to normal finally began. With the patience, support, and guidance of the Helping Hand Home staff, Bethany developed healthy, appropriate ways to express her emotions. She was taught to respect herself, and she learned that it was okay to trust others.
When Bethany was introduced to the Lansing family in June of 2012, the meeting did not go as smoothly as everyone hoped. Bethany's insecurities resurfaced due to the suffering she experienced at such a young age, and she refused to talk or even look at the Lansings at their first meeting.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。
But the Lansing family had no intention to give up. ________________________________________________________________________
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Later, Bethany experienced a lot of exciting things. ________________________________________________________________________
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2021～2022学年高三年级期末试卷(南京、盐城)
英语参考答案及听力材料

第一部分　听力
1～5　BACBA　6～10　CCBAC　11～15　ABBAC　16～20　ACBAC
第二部分　阅读
第一节
21～23　BDC　24～27　ADAC　28～31　BCDB　32～35　DBAA
第二节
36～40　CABGE
第三部分　语言运用
第一节
41～45　DDACB　46～50　CCADB　51～55　ABCBA
第二节
56. Travel(l)ing　57. what　58. development　59. located　60. muddy　61. were invited　62. an
63. drawn　64. Besides　65. where
第四部分　写作
第一节
NOTICE
January 11th, 2022
To arouse students' awareness of promoting Chinese traditional culture and develop their interest in learning English, we'll hold a Drama Festival in our school at 2：00 p．m. on May 4th at the Concert Hall.
As to requirements, the theme should be related to Chinese Traditional Culture. Besides, each performance should be limited to 10 minutes.
Each class is welcome to sign up for the festival before this weekend. For more information, please contact us in our office.
Students' Union
第二节
But the Lansing family had no intention to give up. They were patient with Bethany and explained that they wanted to get to know her better and hoped she would one day be part of their family. The other girls shared their stories of coming from the foster care system, and they told her how scared they had been about meeting a new family too and how happy they were now. Soon Bethany's anxiety eased, and she agreed to go and see her new home. (77 words)
Later, Bethany experienced a lot of exciting things. From many hours spent at the neighborhood pool to her first trip to the beach, Bethany now lived the life every child deserves. The Lansings celebrated Bethany's 11th birthday with a superb cruise. When Bethany returns to Helping Hand Home to visit, the first thing everyone comments on is her self­confidence. The little girl who was once afraid to make eye contact is now a secure, funny young lady who would talk your ear off. (77 words)

听力材料
Text 1
W: Did you have anything exciting during the weekend, Johnson?
M: No, not really. I was thinking of playing football with my friends. But the speech competition is approaching, so I had to stay at home to prepare for it.
Text 2
M: If I work out twice per week, when will I have a six­pack stomach?
W: At least one month. But you'll also need to eat healthier foods and do running exercises.
M: Later on, I'll go to the gym three times per week rather than once.
Text 3
M: I've been scared to travel by plane ever since I was a kid. I love driving, though.
W: I agree about flying. It's so inconvenient to drive long distances, though.
M: I bet a really fast train would be the best alternative.
W: Yes, that would be perfect!
Text 4
M: Spain and France are some of the best football teams in the world. This will be a great game.
W: Are they playing here in Paris?
M: They chose a stadium in England to avoid giving either team home­field advantage.
Text 5
W: Thank you, young man. This bag is so heavy. I never could have carried it onto the train.
M: My pleasure, ma'am. I saw you struggling and felt I needed to help.
W: You're a kind boy—you remind me of my grandson. Thanks again!
Text 6
M: Should I dress as a soldier or a cowboy for Halloween?
W: You wear the same costume every year. Why don't you mix your costumes up and be a movie character like Iron Man?
M: Mom said she would buy me a superhero costume. That's a great idea. What are you being?
W: Probably nothing. I'm going to take a break from costumes and candy this year.
M: You'll be missing out on all the fun!
W: Not really. I'll stay home and watch some scary movies with Mom.
M: She'll love your company. After I go out with my friends, I'll join you.
W: It'll be so fun. I hope you can join us.
Text 7
W: Where is the director? This is the third time he's been late this week.
M: If he is not here, tell the crew to break for lunch.
W: But it's barely 10：00 a．m. We only had breakfast two hours ago.
M: I know, but that will buy us an hour. I'll contact the studio to see if they know where he is.
W: Tell them they should fire him and you should take over.
M: I'm just the assistant director. I don't want to direct this movie.
W: But if you step up and show your leadership, the studio will notice that and give you a film you do want.
M: I hadn't thought of it like that, but you're right.
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W: I want to find the perfect apartment, but I don't have time to wait.
M: I have many apartments. I promise to find you a good place to live.
W: I hope so. One of our requirements is a large kitchen, as my husband loves to cook.
M: I have a beautiful apartment downtown with new kitchen equipment.
W: My husband will take a look. I actually don't know much about kitchens. I'd also love to have big windows with a city view.
M: You'll love living downtown. The views are fantastic.
W: Living downtown would be nice. Now we live outside the city. This weekend I'll be out of town, and my work schedule keeps me busy most nights as well.
M: I have the same work hours.
W: Let's go as soon as possible. We need to move into a new apartment this month.
M: We can go on Monday. Then hopefully you'll be relaxing in your new downtown apartment by next week.
W: Thank you, but we need to keep our expectations low as we've had many problems recently.
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M: Excuse me, Miss. You must show your ticket to board this train to Tokyo.
W: I'm sorry. I bought a ticket online, but I can't find a place to print out the information.
M: There's no need to print it out. If you show me the information on your phone, that will be OK.
W: The other problem is that I bought a ticket for the wrong departure time. I'm trying to change it, but the woman at the ticket office doesn't speak English. I'm so confused.
M: I'm sorry to hear about your trouble. If you'd like, I can help you talk to the ticket office staff.
W: That would be great. I've been so confused about organizing my ticket.
M: What time would you like to leave and how many people are you traveling with?
W: I'm still waiting for one of my friends to join me here, but I think she's running late. The train we need to take is leaving in about 30 minutes.
M: Miss, that is barely enough time. Do you urgently have to get to Tokyo?
W: Not really. We just agreed to take that train. She'll be here soon. I'll tell her I'll wait for her at the ticket office.
M: I understand. Now let's go talk to the lady at the ticket office.
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W: Hello everyone, and welcome to today's job fair. We are here today to talk about choosing a career and exploring new job opportunities. Many young people look for careers in the most popular job markets such as computer programming or website design. These industries are important, because in the future we will continue to need more people working on computer technology. Additionally, many young people choose jobs in health care. Doctors and hospital workers will always be in high demand, but the fastest­growing job market in the country today is health workers caring for people in their homes. Finding career opportunities also depends on where you live. If you live in Boston, the largest field of work is in universities. If you live in New York City, the largest workforce is in finance. Or, if you live here in Los Angeles like me, the largest industry is entertainment. Whichever opportunity you'd like to pursue, remember these important rules for having a career. The biggest rule is to do something that you have a passion for. Once you choose something inspiring, you must try to meet people in that industry. Meeting these people is not only to find progressive advice for your career, but also the best way to develop professional contacts and find a job for yourself. There are many people here from different industries to advise you and explain their businesses. To all young people here today, have fun and feel free to ask a lot of questions！