2021乐山十校高一下学期期中联考英语试题含答案

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乐山十校高2023届第二学期半期联考
英语试题
英语试卷分为第Ⅰ卷（选择题）和第Ⅱ卷（非选择题）两部分，共10页，满分150分。
注意事项：
1、 答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级、考号填写在答题卡上的相应位置。
2、 选择题答案用2B铅笔填写在答题卡上对应题号的位置上，填涂在试卷上无效。
3、 非选择题部分用0.5mm黑色签字笔填写在答题卡对应题号的位置上，填写在试卷上无效。
第I卷
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，并标在试题的相应位置。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 need?
A. A bike. B. A lock. C. A camera.
2. Where is the woman going for the winter holiday?
A. Japan. B. Canada. C. Australia.
3. How will the man go to his meeting?
A. By bus. B. By taxi. C. By subway.
4. What will the weather be like according to the man?
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Snowy.
5. What does the man think about the model?
A. It’s cheap. B. It’s worthy. C. It’s expensive.
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。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 can we learn from the conversation?
A. It is going to rain soon.
B. The woman is in a hurry.
C. The traffic is heavy now.
7. Where is the woman going?
A. To her house. B. To her office. C. To a bank.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What is the relationship between the speakers?
A. A couple. B. Friends. C. Parent and child.
9. How much will the speakers pay for the concert in total?
A. $20. B. $40. C. $50.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What will the speakers see first?
A. The birds. B. The snakes. C. The pandas.
11. What time will the zoo be closing?
A. At 4 o’clock. B. At 5 o’clock. C. At 6 o’clock.
12. What will the speakers do next?
A. Buy tickets. B. Pick up some food. C. Meet the woman’s mother.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is the man’s major?
A. Tourism. B. Marketing. C. International business.
14. What is a requirement of the job?
A. Traveling a lot. B. Being married. C. Living abroad.
15. What does the man think of the job?
A. Boring. B. Challenging. C. Pleasant.
16. How soon will the man get a reply?
A. In three days B. In six days. C. In ten days.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. What is The Bookworm?
A. A café. B. A restaurant. C. A bookstore.
18. What was the speaker excited about?
A. Traveling in Beijing.
B. Meeting his favorite singer.
C. Hearing someone give a speech.
19. How long had the speaker waited at The Bookworm?
A. One hour.
B. One and a half hours.
C. Two hours.
20. What was the speaker wrong about?
A. The place. B. The month. C. The day.




第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 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。（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Coolest Hotels in the World
Ariau Amazon Towers
The Ariau Amazon Towers hotel lets you sleep in a tree house. Eight towers make up this hotel that offers over 300 rooms. If you really want to get into the spirit, book the Tarzan Suite which is large enough for a big family. You’ll be thirty feet up in the air and can travel between the towers through their wooden walkways.
Prices, starting at $300 one night for each person for a regular room and going all the way up to$3000 for the Tarzan Suite.
For more information, visit the website:http://www.ariautowers.com
The Ice Hotel
Every winter in Jukkasjarvi, Sweden kind of hotel called the Ice Hotel is built. Each year,world-famous artists are invited to design and produce works of art from the ice, many of which can be found in the rooms. You’ll have your choice between hot or cold rooms, but you will be well advised to stay at least one night in a cold room for a true experience.
Prices: starting at $318 one night for each person for either a cold room or a warm one.
For more information, visit the website:http://www.icehotel.com
Propeller Island
Propeller Island City Lodge is a very special hotel that was designed by a German artist. Each room provides you with the possibility of living in a work of art. Every single piece of furniture in the thirty rooms of the hotel has been hand-made and each room is completely different. You’ll be able to choose a room based on your own personal tastes.
Prices: starting at just $91 a night, and an additional person for only 20 extra dollars.
For more information, visit the website: http://www.propeller island.com
For information about other cool hotels in the world, visit the website:
http://www.bahamabeachclub.com
21. What is special about the Ariau Amazon Towers hotel?
A．You can sleep in the tree houses B．You can choose any of the towers
C．It is designed for big families D．Every room has a walkway
22. For two persons spending a night in one of these hotels, they have to pay at least______
A．$111 B．$182 C．$600 D．$636
23. Which website should you visit if you have a unique taste for hand-made furniture?
A. http://www.icehotel.com B. http://www.ariautowers.com
C. http://www.bahamabeachclub.com D. http://www.propeller-island.com
B
One morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen, a restaurant where everyone from the humblest to the most powerful came for breakfast. I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man, who looked somewhat disheveled. He was wearing a worn-out hat and was alone. I asked if I might join him. He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast.
We cautiously began a conversation and spoke about a wide range of things. We never introduced ourselves. I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat. So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked,
“May I get you something?”
“A coffee would be nice.”
Then I bought him a cup of coffee. We talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee. Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and headed for the exit. At the door I met one of my friends. He asked,
“How did you get to know Mr. Galbreath?”
“Who?”
“The man you were sitting with. He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs.”
I could hardly believe it. I was buying, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the world’s richest and most powerful men!
My few minutes with Mr. Gallbreath changed my life. Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and to meet another human being with kindness and sincerity.
24. What does the underlined word “disheveled” mean?
A. Unfriendly B. Untidy C. Gentle D. Kind
25. The author bought coffee for the old man because_________.
A. he thought the old man was poor B. he wanted to start a conversation
C. he intended to show his politeness D. he would like to thank the old man
26. How did the author probably feel after he talked with his friend?
A. Proud. B. Pitiful. C. Surprised. D. Regretful.
27. What is the message mainly expressed in the story?
A. We should learn to be generous.
B. It is honorable to help those in need.
C. People in high positions are not like what we expect.
D. We should avoid judging people by their appearance.
C
Meeting people from another culture can be difficult. From the beginning, people may send the wrong signal. Or they may pay no attention to signals from another person who is trying to develop a relationship.
Different cultures emphasize the importance of relationship building to a greater or lesser degree. For example, business in some countries is not possible until there is a relationship of trust. Even with people at work, it is necessary to spend a lot of time in “small talk”, usually over a glass of tea, before they do any job. In many European countries- like the UK or France- people find it easier to build up a lasting working relationship at restaurants or cafes rather than at the office.
Talk and silence may also be different in some cultures. I once made a speech in Thailand. I had expected my speech to be a success and start a lively discussion; instead there was an uncomfortable silence. The people present just stared at me and smiled. After getting to know their ways better, I realized that they thought I was talking too much. In my own culture, we express meaning mainly through words, but people there sometimes feel too many words are unnecessary.
Even within Northern Europe, cultural differences can cause serious problems. Certainly, English and German cultures share similar values; however, Germans prefer to get down to business more quickly. We think that they are rude. In fact, this is just because one culture starts discussions and makes decisions more quickly.
People from different parts of the world have different values, and sometimes these values are quite against each other. However, if we can understand them better, a multicultural environment will offer a wonderful chance for us to learn from each other.
28. In some countries, eating together at restaurants may make it easier for people to __________.
A. develop closer relations
B. share the same culture
C. get to know each other
D. learn their countries
29. The author mentions his experience in Thailand to show that __________
A. the English prefer to make long speeches
B. too many words are of no use
C. people from Thailand are quiet and shy by nature
D. even talk and silence can be culturally different
30. According to the passage, how can people from different cultures understand each other better?
A. By sharing different ways of life
B. By accepting different habits
C. By recognizing different values.
D. By speaking each other’s language
31. What would be the best title for the passage?
A. Better working environmentB. Cultural differences
C. How to understand each otherD. How to build up a relationship
D
The novel coronavirusoutbreak has spread far and wide. As of March 17, there had been over 180, 000 reported cases in more than 130 countries.
As more areas become affected, you may have noticed that countries are fighting the virus differently. This is because countries have their own unique laws and healthcare systems. Even though they are different, they all share the same goal of keeping people safe and healthy.
In Southeast Asia, there are many different types of healthcare systems. Take Singapore as an example. The government runs hospitals that provide basic healthcare. It is cheap but people can pay extra for private rooms and better service.
Medical treatment in Singapore is paid for in a very interesting way. First, workers save money in required savings accounts. Then, this money can be used to pay for things like healthcare, housing and education.
In Europe, many countries have universal healthcare. In this type of system, this costs of healthcare are usually covered by taxes. In this way, the rich help pay for the poor and younger people help pay for the elderly. Universal healthcare helps reduce medical costs for anyone who may need to see a doctor or get treatments.
“We live in a system in which we guarantee health and the right of everyone to be cured,”Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said. “It’s a basis, a pillar (支柱), and I’d say a characteristic of our system of civilization.”
The United states, however, does not have universal healthcare. Instead, many US citizens have healthcare through private insurance or government programs.
“Dealing with the coronavirus with tens of millions of people without health insurance…will be a uniquely American challenge among developed countries,” Larry Levitt, the executive vice president for health policy at Kaiser Family Foundation wrote on Twitter (推特).
Healthcare systems are designed to help people who are sick. But if too many people get sick at once, it can be difficult for countries with even the best healthcare systems to handle.
32.Why does the author mention Singapore?
A. To promote its medical treatment. B.To share its healthcare practices.
C. To introduce its society system. D. To study its medical system.
33. Where do the costs of healthcare in Europe usually come from?
A. The government’s Taxes. B. The citizens’ donations.
C. Bank savings accounts. D. Medical insurance.
34. What do Larry Levitt’s words on Twitter indicate?
A. Developed countries need more healthcare.
B. America will lose control of the coronavirus.
C. Health insurance is troubling many countries.
D. The coronavirus is challenging American health policy.
35. Which of the following can be the best title for the text？
A. Attitudes to Basic Healthcare
B. Ways to Handlethe Novel Coronavirus
C. Novel Coronavirus Spreading Worldwide
D. Global Healthcare Facing New Challenges
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。
How to Make Friends
Friendship is a very important human relationship and everyone needs good friends. Good friendship has many benefits. It offers companionship, improves self-worth and promotes good health. There are times in our lives such as when we have recently moved into a new town, or changed our jobs or schools. Such changes often leaves us without a friend 36. But for many of us the process is difficult and requires courage. Below are some helpful suggestions on how to make and keep friends.
1. Associate with others.
The first step to making friends is associating with other people. You can go to public places to meet new people. Besides, you will need to make yourself known by becoming an active member of such places.
2. Start a conversation
Starting a conversation is the second most important step in making new friends. 37 You can always start the conversation. Being able to make small talk is a very useful skill in relating with other people.
3. 38
Choosing friends with common interests is important in building friendship as these interests would always bring you and your friend together, Hanging out will always be a pleasant experience .
4. Let it grow.
It is a good thing to stay in touch. However, try not to press your new friend with calls, messages or visits as this would likely wear him or her out and finally you may lose your friend. 39 . The best friendships are the ones that grow naturally.
5. Enjoy your friendship
The best way to enjoy your friendship is to allow your friends to be themselves. 40 Try not to change them from who they are to what you want them to be. Become the kind of friend you will want your friend to be to you.
A. Be cheerful.
B. Do things together.
C. Do not wait to be spoken to.
D. Try not to find fault with your friends.
E. Making new friends comes easy for some people.
F. For a friendship to develop you need to stay in touch.
G. So you will need to give your friend time to react to you.

第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Every day after school, my dad and I had blown out fights about where I would go to college. Ijust knew I would get nowhere 41 in my hometown. He 42 to give me no financial help at all.
Eventually I signed my family up for a(n)43of the state university. My dad and I travelled around the44, and even though it was very cold, my dad fell in love — or at least seemed very45about every corner of the campus.
I could46he was  softened by this visit, but the fights about where I was going to get the money47until the day I packed everything into our minivan (小货车) .Itwas then 48 my dad said he wasproudof me. He hadn’t 49 I would actuallyleave, and that he would be impressed. As my parents50me off at my dorm room, my mom started51madly, and even my dad was in tears,52me on the forehead, which was the first time I could remember getting53and kissed by them in years.
At this point, my54with my parents changed. No longer were they the disciplinarians (严师) but they became advisors andexcellent55. Sometimes I still56to get suggestions for my decisions, but they’ve done quite well to let me decide57to be, and they’re delighted when I call home. No matter what happens now, I know58my ground on where to go for school has been the best59of my life, as I have gained both a good education and a precious life experience I would never have been exposed to if I had taken any other60.
41. A. stayingB. waiting C. wandering D. adventuring
42. A. refusedB. threatenedC. stopped D. failed
43. A. designB.tour C. report D. interview
44. A. suburbB. neighborhoodC. playground D.campus
45. A. upset B. anxious C. enthusiasticD. particular
46. A. bear B. prove C.tell D. explain
47. A. ended B. continued C.formed D. changed
48. A. that B. how C. when D. why
49. A. thought B. said C. agreed D. declared
50. A. paid B. threw C. forced D. dropped
51. A. performing B. struggling C. shouting D. crying
52. A. watching B. beating C. kissing D. biting
53. A. lifted B. hugged C. followed D. surrounded
54. A. agreement B. relationship C. background D. discussion
55. A. supporters B. interviewersC. expertsD. trainers
56. A. forget B. regret C. expect D. promise
57. A. what B. whoC. where D. whom
58. A. replacing B. changing C. protecting D. standing
59. A. description B. advantage C. pleasure D. decision
60. A. measure B. example C. road D. class


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。
How words came into being is unknown. It’s widely thought that some early men invented certain sounds61.( express ) themselves. Later they agreed upon certain signs, which could be put together to show those sounds. Now those sounds, whether spoken or written in letters, 62.
( call )words.
The power of words, then lies63.their associations -the things they bring up to our minds. Words become filled with meaning for us by experience. The64.( long ) we live, the more certain words bring us back to our past events; and the more we read and learn, the more65.number of words that mean something to us increases.
Great writers are those66.not only have great thoughts but also express these thoughts in words whichhave powerful effects on our minds and feelings. This clever use of words67.( be ) what we call literary style. Above all, the real poet is a master of words. He can express68.( he ) meaning in words which sing like music, and which by their position and association can move men to69.( tear ). We should therefore learn to choose our words carefully and use them correctly, or they will make our70.( communicate ) silly and common.

第四部分 写作（满分35分）

第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改所写故事，请你修改你同桌写的以下故事。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。
修改：在错的词后划一横线并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及修改均仅限一词。
2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Last week my parents and I took a two-day trip to Emei Mountain in Sichuan. As everyone know, it’s a famous mountain with all kinds of plants and animal. The weather was well. It was about 1:00 pm when we arrived at the foot of the mountain. The three of them were very excited. As we climbed mountain, we fed monkeys, visited temples and told stories. On the way I was busy take pictures since the scenery was so beautiful. The time pass quickly. Evening came. We spent on the night in a hotel at the top of the mountain. The food was expensive and the service was good. I was such tired that I fell asleep the moment my head touched the pillow.

第二节 书面表达（满分25分）

假定你是李华。你的美国笔友Tom对中国文化有浓厚的兴趣。恰好你校今年暑假将为外国学生举办一场汉语夏令营活动(Chinese Summer Camp)，请你给他发一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1.时间和地点;
2.内容：①学习汉语、体验传统文化；②参观博物馆;
3. 报名方式和截止时间。
注意： 1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Tom,






Yours,
Li Hua



乐山十校高2023届第二学期半期联考
英语试题答案 2021.05
第一部分 （共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分）
1-5 BACBC6-10 CAACB11-15 CACAB16-20 AACBB
第二部分
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）
21-23AAD 24-27 BACD 28-31 ADCB 32-35 BADD
第二节（共5 小题；每小题2，满分 10分）
36-40 ECBGD
第三部分
第一节（共20 小题；每小题1.5 分，满分30 分）
41-45ABBDC 46-50 CBAAD 51-55 DCBBA 56-60 CADDC
第Ⅱ卷（共50 分）
第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）
61.to express 62. are called 63. in 64. longer 65. the
66. who/that 67. is68. his 69. tears 70. communication
第四部分
第一节（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）

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Last week my parents and I took a two-day trip to Emei Mountain in Sichuan. As everyone know, it’s a famous mountain with all kinds of plants and animal. The weather was well. It was about 1:00 pm when we arrived at the foot of the mountain. The three of themwere very excited. As we climbed ^mountain, we fed monkeys, visited temples and told stories. On the way I was busy takepictures since the scenery was so beautiful. The time passquickly. Evening came. We spent onthe night in a hotel at the top of the mountain. The food was expensive and the service was good. I was suchtired that I fell asleep the moment my head touched the pillow.

第二节书面表达（满分 25 分）
（一）评分原则
本题总分为 25分，按5 个档次给分。
评分时，先根据文章所表达的要点和语言质量初步确定其所属档次，然后以该档次的要求来衡量，
确定或调整档次，最后给分。
词数少于 80 或多于 120 的，从总分中减去 2 分。
评分时，应注意的主要内容为：内容要点、应用词汇和语法结构的数量和准确性以及上下文的连
贯性。
拼写与标点符号是语言准确性的一个方面，评分时，应视其对交际的影响程度予以考虑。英、美
拼写及词汇用法均可接受。
如书写较差以致影响交际，可将分数，降低一个档次。
（二）内容要点
1.时间和地点;
2.内容：①学习汉语、体验传统文化；②参观博物馆;
3. 报名方式和截止时间。
4.合理的开头和结尾
（三）各档次的给分范围和要求
第五档（21~25分）：完全完成了试题规定的任务，完全达到了预期的写作目的。
—覆盖所有内容要点。
—应用了较多的语法结构和词汇。
—语法结构或词汇方面有些许错误，但为尽力使用较复杂结构或较高级词汇所致；具备较强的语
言运用能力。
—有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。
第四档（16~20分）：完成了试题规定的任务，达到了预期的写作目的。
—虽漏掉一两个次重点，但覆盖所有主要内容。
—应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
—语法结构或词汇方面应用基本准确，些许错误主要是因尝试较复杂语法结构或词汇所致。
—应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。
第三档（1l~15分）：基本完成了试题规定的任务，基本达到了预期的写作目的。
—虽漏掉一些内容，但覆盖所有主要内容。
—应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
—有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，但不影响理解。
—应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文内容连贯。
第二档（6~10分）：未适当完成试题规定的任务，信息未能清楚地传达给读者。一漏掉或未描述
清楚一些主要内容，写了一些无关内容。
一语法结构单调、词汇项目有限。
—有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响了对写作内容的理解。一较少使用语句间的连接成分，
内容缺少连贯性。
第一档（1~5分）：未完成试题规定的任务，信息未能传达给读者。
—明显遗漏主要内容，写了一些无关内容，原因可能是未理解试题要求。一语法结构单调、词汇
项目有限。
一较多语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响对写作内容的理解。
—缺乏语句间的连接成分，内容不连贯。
不得分（0分）：未能传达给读者任何信息：内容太少，无法评判；写的内容均与所要求内容无关
或所写内容无法看清。
One possible version：
Dear Tom,
Here comes a piece of good news. The Chinese Summer Camp, which is intended for international students, is going to be held in our school this summer vacation. Since you are obsessed with Chinese culture, I’d like to invite you to join it.
The Camp is scheduled to take place in the Grand Hall of our school, from July 18 to July 28,
lasting 11 days. It covers a wide variety of cultural activities, ranging from studying Chinese daily 
expressions to attending some lectures on Chinese history and traditional culture. As we all know, language is closely related to culture, so I’m convinced that you can dig out Chinese cultural features from language study. In addition, the Camp provides a chance for you to visit some famous museums, which is the best way to learn about the country. By admiring the historical relics, you will definitely gain a better understanding of the country.
If you want to be part of it, please sign up for it before July 2 at our school website. Looking forward to your early reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
听力原文
Text 1
W: Can I help you find something, sir?
M: Yes. I need a lock for my bike.(1)I’m a photographer, and I often have to leave my bike for long periods of time to go take pictures.
Text 2
M: Are you going to spend the winter holiday in Australia?
W: No. I was planning to go to Canada, but my children begged me to take them to Japan instead, and I agreed.(2)
Text 3
M: Why is the bus so late? I don’t know how I can make it in time for my meeting. But taxis are too expensive.
W: How about taking the subway instead?
M: Good idea. (3)
Text 4
W: Will it rain, or will it snow? Those clouds look heavy.
M: It looks like rain to me, (4) but the weatherman said it will get sunny.
Text 5
W: If you buy this model today, there’s a special where you’ll get a second one for free.
M: It seems a bit expensive for me.(5)
W: Well, I think it’s worth it.
Text 6
W: Thanks for stopping. Sometimes it can be impossible to get a taxi in the rain.
M: No worries. Where to?
W: I’m going to Fifth Avenue and East 22nd Street. No rush at all.
M: That’s good, because it looks like we can’t move more than a few feet per minute now! The traffic is terrible. (6)
W: Well, that’s what happens when it rains during rush hour. I’m one of the lucky ones. Usually, I would be on my way to an appointment at the bank around this time,but today I get to go home from work early. (7)
M: That’s great, madam. I’ll try to get you home as early as possible.
Text 7
W: Rick, there will be a rock concert at Riverside Theater tonight. Do you want to go? (9)
M: It sounds interesting. When will it begin?
W: Let me see… It will begin at 7:30 this evening.
M: But I told our daughter that we might go out to dinner tonight. (8) I should have told you earlier.
W: She told me about that. We can take her along. (9) We can eat first and then go to the concert.
M: That sounds perfect.(9) How much are the tickets?
W: $20 per ticket for adults and half that price per ticket for children under 10 years old. (9)
M: Luckily, our daughter is nine.(9) We’d better hurry, though. We don’t have very much time to enjoy our meal.
Test 8
W: Let’s go to the pandas first. Then I want to see the giraffes. They are my favorite, because they are so tall!
M: Well, the snake area is what I want to go to, and it is on the way to the other animals, so let’s see snakes first. (10)
W: OK. (10) And don’t forget about the bird area!
M: We may not make it to the birds. I told your mother we would meet her at the Zoo’s Restaurant at 5 o’clock. We have to have dinner and then leave before the zoo closes at 6 o’clock. (11) It’s 4 o’clock now, so we just have an hour to visit some of the animals.
W: All right, Daddy! We are losing time sitting in this parking lot. Let’s go buy ticketsand get inside! (12)
M: Right. Let’s go. (12)
Text 9
W: To start with, tell me about your education, please.
M: All right. I will graduate from Columbia University next year. I’m majoring in international business. (13)
W: Are you single or married?
M: I’m still single. I’d rather have a career before I start a family.
W: That’s the kind of man we are looking for. Our work requires a lot of travel.(14)So, do you mind going on business trips? There will be six to ten trips abroad every month.
M: Six to ten? Hmm...that is quite a lot…
W: Yes. This job is not for everyone.
M: Uh… I think it will be a challenge for me,(15)but I can do it. At least I’ll never be bored!
W: Good. Well, it has been most pleasant talking with you. We’ll inform(告知) you of our final decision in three days. (16)
M: Thank you, Mrs. Hudson. I hope to see you soon.
W: Goodbye.
Text 10
I was walking around the other day when I saw a sign(招牌) for The Bookworm.It’s a really cool café that has great food,(17) and sometimes they have music and other special events. Well, I happened to hear that Peter Hessler was going to be speaking at 7:30 that very night. Peter Hessler is probably my favorite writer at the moment.He used to write about China for The New Yorker, and he also wrote 3 books about his experiences living and working in Beijing. I was so excited to hear him speaking that I went right over to The Bookworm at 7:00,(18) (19) took a seat at the bar, and waited for him to arrive. I waited and waited, but he didn’t show up. Finally, at 8:30, I asked one of the staff when Peter Hessler was supposed to be there. (19) “Peter Hessler?” he replied, “He’s not supposed to be here tonight. He was here last month, though.” It was then that I realized my mistake. I had come on the right day, just not in the right month! (20)
★ Peter Hessler：美国记者，出生于美国匹兹堡，成长于密苏里州。曾任《纽约客》驻北京记者，著作有关于当代中国的三部曲《消失中的江城》、《甲骨文》和《寻路中国》。