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南京市2025届高三年级第二次模拟考试
英 语
2025.05
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到
答题卡上。
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
。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：Howmuchisthe shirt?
A.£19.15. B.£9.18. C.£9.15.答案
是C。
1.Where arethe speakers?
A.At a restaurant. B.Inapetstore. C.On a plane.
2.What is Jane doing?
A.Visiting Mike. B.Givingdirections. C.Purchasingacoat.
3.Whatarethe speakerscomplaining about?
A.The arrival ofa cold front. B.Inaccurateweatherreport. C.Risingtemperatures.
4.What doestheman think ofSean?
A.Hedeservesagoodsalary. B.Helackscookingexperience. C.Hegetsangryeasily.
5.What canbeinferred aboutthe woman?
A.She likes the man's headphones.
B.Sheprefersplayingthe digitalpiano.
C.Sheisbotheredby herneighbor's music.
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，各小题给
出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段对话，回答第6至第7两个小题。
6.Whatdoesthe woman suggest?
A.Analyzing competitors'strategies.
B.Developingnew skincareproducts.
C.Boostingpromotion on socialmedia.
7.Whatistheman'sattitudetowardsthewoman's suggestion?
A.Dismissive. B.Supportive. C.Unclear.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。
8.Whatistheprobablerelationshipbetweenthespeakers?
A.Relatives. B.Workmates. C.Strangers.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司9.Howdoesthewomanconfirmtheownershipofthephone?
A.By trying the phone's password.
B.By studying the phone's model.
C.By checking the phone case.
10.Where will the speakers meet?
A.At the hotel entrance. B.At the bus stop. C.At the meeting room.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。
11.Why did the woman wake up at about 2 a.m.?
A.She had a terrible dream.
B.She heard unusual noises.
C.She was disturbed by thunder.
12.What did the woman do when the two people drove away?
A.She screamed abuse at them.
B.Shetook a photo oftheir car.
C.She called the local police.
13.What happened to the woman's laptop in the end?
A.It was recovered. B.It was stolen. C.It was damaged.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。
14.What was Danni's biggest concern?
A.High school fees. B.Limited financial resources. C.Intensejob pressure.
15.How does Danni afford homeschooling?
A.By reducing some expenses. B.Bylandingastablejob. C.By taking out a loan.
16.What does Danni do to have a rest?
A.Draw with her daughter. B.Do mild exercise. C.Read uninterruptedly.
17.What makes Danni's choice ofhomeschooling worthwhile?
A.Connection with her daughter.
B.Respect from family members.
C.Freedom of handling everything.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。
18.What was the best part ofIreland according to the speaker?
A.The rural scenery. B.The National Museum. C.The local pubs.
19.What was Ireland's weather like during the speaker's stay?
A.It was hot. B.It was damp. C.It was changeable.
20.What happened on the speaker's birthday?
A.Mel Gibson joined her table.
B.She got a photo with Mel Gibson.
C.Her friend upset Mel Gibson in the end.
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、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A
Garden enthusiasts,get ready for an exciting year ahead!The US Garden Shows 2025 will
highlight breathtaking flower arrangements,innovative landscaping ideas,and the latest gardening
trends.
Choosing the Right Shows
Pick shows that match your interests.The Northeast offers classic flower displays.Northwest
exhibitions highlight native species.Southwest shows focus on desert plants.Check show dates
carefully.Some run for just a day or weekend,while others last a week or more.Think about what
youwanttoseemost.
Ticketing and Entrance Fees
Buy tickets early as the shows offer discounts for advance purchases.Some shows have
multi-day passes ifyou want to visit more than once.
Prices vary by show and location.VIP or preview night tickets often cost more but give you
early access.Some shows include free workshops with admission.
Travel Tips
If you're flying,compare prices at different airports.Some cities have multiple options.Rental
cars give you freedom to explore,but parking can be tricky at show venues.
Volunteering Opportunities
Helping out at garden shows is a fun way to meet people and learn new skills.Many events
need volunteers to greet guests,answer questions,or help with setting up the exhibitions.
Checkshowwebsitesorsocialmediatofindouthowtosignup.Volunteeringoftencomeswithfree entry
and behind-the-scenes access.It's a great way to network while you're supporting the gardening
community.
21.What might be a benefit ofbuying tickets early?
A.Reduced prices. B.Multi-day admission.
C.Flexible show dates. D.Guaranteed free workshops.
22.Being a volunteer of the events,you can
A.run a social media account B.enjoy free Internet service
C.approve exhibit layouts D.develop your social ties
23.What is the author's main purpose in writing the text?
A.To attract exhibition volunteers. B.To sell flowers and plants.
C.To share information on garden events. D.To offer practical tips for travelers.
B
Anyonewhohaseverbeenaroundacatforanylengthoftimewellknowscatshavegreatpatience.
Yikes!Mycatchangedalotrecently.Injustaweekorso,mycalm,adorable,long-hairedRustyturned
intotheattackcatofthecentury!ItwasnotwhatIneededatall!Wasn'ttherestofmylifeinenough
chaos?Changesatwork.Changesinrelationships.Ialreadyfeltasifmyentireworldwasfallingapart.
Nothingcalmedmycatdowneither.Herananddoveineverydirection.Hebrokeeverysinglerulewe
hadeverhadtokeeppeaceinthehomeweshared.He'dturnedintoacatI'dnevermetbefore!Finally,I
tookRustytothevet.Aftercarefulexamination,thevetshookhishead,"Notathingwrongwithhim,
Miss.He'sdoinggreat."
"No,"Iarguedwithanger,"he'snotgreat.He'sabsolutelyawful."Ialmostburstintotears.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司Thenthevetaskedthemostinsightfulquestionthatanyonehadeveraskedme—atleast,anytime
recently."So,"saidmycat'skindheartedvet,"howhasyourlifebeengoinglately?"Shockshotthrough
me."Me?"Istaredathim,essentiallyspeechless,readytothrowmyselfintohiscat-cradlingarms.I
managedarelativelycoherentresponse."Notsogood,"Iadmitted.
Thekindlycatdoctornoddedandreplied,"JustwhatIsuspected.Often,thehuman-to-catbondisso
powerfulthataperfectlyhealthycatwillactoutinresponsetohishuman'semotionalstresses."
I nodded along.thinking."Yes.yes.yes.yes.yes!"
"Do your best,"our doctor told us both,"to be calm,patient and kind.Once you're doing better,then
Rusty willdo better,too."
That day turned us around.I got some good,professional treatment for my super stressors.
Rustygotakinder,gentlermewithmoreeartouchesandbackpetting.
24.Why didthe authortake Rusty to the vet?
A.He suffered heavy hair loss. B.Helosthis senseofdirection.
C.He became unusually wild. D.Heshowedtemporaryinactivity.
25.The author nearly cried because shc thought
A.the vet announced good ncws
B.the vet didn't find the problem
C.the vet didn't express sympathy
D.the vet drew an awful conclusion
26.WhatdoestheunderLinedsentenceimply?
A.The authorfeltunderstoodby the vet
B.The authorwas impatientwith the vet.
C.The author favoredthetreatment for Rusty.
D.The authorknew Rustywas to recover soon.
27.How didthe author feel aftervisiting the vet?
A.Relieved and calm. B.Amused and proud.
C.Motivated and passionate. D.Grateful and determined.
C
A father told his son that he should not accept the Theory of Evolution just because he leaned
about it in Biology class at school.He went on to say that he is teaching his son to think critically.But
heisn't.
Many people assume that critical thinking refers to questioning and criticizing in the more
negative sense of the word. If they are rejecting what they are told by experts, they falsely believe
that they are thinking critically. This is not uncommon. Many people claim that everything is just
someone’s opinion and no one is actually right or wrong. They believe they are thinking critically
whenthey’reactuallydoingtheveryopposite.
There are many definitions of critical thinking.To put simply,it refers to identifying and
evaluating arguments,finding inconsistencies in arguments,problem solving,and thinking about our
ownbeliefs and why we hold them.
Diane Halpern,author of Thought &Knowledge,uses this definition:“Critical thinkers are able
to change their mind or the conclusion that they reached,when new information warrants such a
change.”
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A closed-minded person responds negatively when presented with new ideas that challenge
their existing beliefs.These are the people who insist that even an expert's opinion is no better than
anyone else's.In contrast,an open-minded person suspends judgment.They seek out more
information,including information that goes against beliefs they currently hold.They review the
evidence that's available and are always open to new ways ofthinking.They consider all options and
insist on finding a solution.
Soyouneedtoaskquestionsandbeopen-mindedabouttheanswers.Youneedtoknowhowtodo research
and look for reliable sources.You have to think about your own thinking and questionwhyyouhold
thebeliefsyoudo.Beawareofthepre-setideasyoubringtotheargument,andlearnto evaluate evidence.
28.Why does the author mention the father-son example in paragraph 1?
A.To promote the practice ofcritical thinking.
B.To criticize the current education system.
C.To present a widespread misconception.
D.To introduce an innovative idea.
29.What does the underlined word "warrants"in paragraph 4 mean?
A.Justifies. B.Matches. C.Transforms. D.Identifies.
30.How are open-minded people different from the closed-minded?
A.They respect expert authority. B.They internalize their own beliefs.
C.Theykeepanoption-solutionbalance. D.They resist the urge tojudge prematurely.
31.What is the main idea ofthe last paragraph?
A.How to evaluate evidence. B.The process of critical thinking.
C.How to become a critical thinker. D.The benefits of being open-minded.
D
This might sound impossibly old-fashioned,but I still like the idea that education is about
learning:facts,skills,culture,analysis,inspiration.It's supposed to make us better citizens.But over
the last decade,the goal of learning has given way to grades and degrees.The unfortunate result has
beeninflation(膨胀)of both.They rise ever higher;learning doesn't.
To avoid discouraging students,some school districts did away with D and F grades.
Grade-point averages have consistently risen even though scores on nationwide standardized exams
such as SAT have not.It's not that I think standardized tests arc the final word n measuring
excellence.But when the gaps between grades and test scores are this wide and consistent,parents
and the public should notbe fooled.
That'struenotjustoflow-achievingstudents.Ina2023survey,educatorssaidthatclosetohalfofstudents
argueforhighergradesthantheyearn,and8of 10teachersgive in.It's hardto blamethem:A third or more
ofstudents andparents disturb them when they don't.
Unearned grades are damaging in many ways.Some students,armed with good grades,march
off to college to find themselves in remedial(补习的)classes because they haven't learned enough to take
college-level courses.Employers complain that high school and even college graduates lack basic
skills needed in the workforce.There are also complaints from college professors that the
students aren't even good at reading books.
Grade inflation has followed students into college.Some professors hesitate to grade accurately
because of student evaluations,which are often more negative for tough graders.Remember that
about 70%of college instructors are adjunct(兼职)professors who have few job protections.Many
学科网（北京）股份有限公司Ivy League students have learned to cherry-pick easy-grading professors.Yet a Brown University
study found that students taking courses from professors with stricter grading standards learned more.
We have to ask ourselves as a society:Do we want college to be a place of intellectual growth-or a
performative exercise in grade fishing?
32.What are parents fooled into thinking?
A.SAT is the best measure oftheir children's abilities.
B.The purpose ofeducation is to make better citizens.
C.Grade-point averages are vital for college application.
D.Children's high grades reflect their exceptional abilities.
33.What is a consequence ofgrade inflation?
A.Employers favor students with higher degrees.
B.Graduates fall short of employers'expectations.
C.Remedial classes become required courses in college.
D.Low-achieving students find it harder to enter college.
34.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A.Tough graders desirejob security.
B.Strict grading promotes real learning.
C.Student evaluations fuel intellectual growth.
D.Easy-grading professors start grade inflation.
35.What is the best title ofthe text?
A.The game of scores B.Today,Grade A is for average
C.The force behind grade inflation D.Now,learning takes the front seat
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。
Visit a zoo,and you may love watching polar bears as they swim through a pool.Zoos can be
important places for polar bear research. 36 The more we can learn about how global
warming is affecting them,the better we can design conservation plans.
However,tracking them is tricky due to their wide-range movement.The main type oftracker has
been a radio collar,attached like a necklace around the bear's neck.This device sends location
information back to researchers. 37 It's not safe to put them on younger bears—as they
grow,the collar may get too tight.And male bears' heads are narrower than their necks,so the collars
slide right off.
An international team developed new tracking methods inspired by"burr(芒刺)on fur"idea.The
device stuck to the bears'fur,like burrs on your dog after a walk in the woods. 38 Theyfound
that in the warmer months,the animals hung out on land,moving little and conserving energy. As
temperatures dropped,they returned to the ice to hunt.
39 But it was invaluable to confirm it with reliable data.Additionally,it's always a
bonus to have one more way to track,understand—and hopefully help—these impressive white
mammals ofthe north.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司To aidpolarbears further,we must address the root cause:climate change.What can we do then?
Ride your bike to school instead of asking a parent to drive you.Unplug devices when they are
chargedto conserve energy.Turn offcomputers and lightswhenthey arenotinuse. 40
A.Little things can indeedhelp a lot.
B.Butneverunderestimatethe effect ofclimate change.
C.Unfortunately,the collars only work on adult females.
D.As sea ice declines,polarbears spendmoretime on shore.
E.Theresearchershadalready suspectedthis iswhat they did.
F.TheresearchersusedthedesigntoobservebearsalongthecoastofHudsonBay.
G.Butobservingtheseanimalsinthewildisthetopwayto study andprotectthem.第
三部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Mylifeusedtobelikeeveryminutewasrushing.Mythoughtswerecontrolledbya scheduleof
41 tasks.Howeverhard I tried,there was never enough time to 42 _·
Six years ago,I was blessed with a stop-and-smell-the-roses type ofchild.When I 43 to
leave,she'd slowly choose her purse.When I needed to 44 a quick lunch,she'd chat with
strangers.My 45 phrasetoherwas“"Hurryup!”
One day,everything changed.At the grocery store,my daughter complained,“You're so slow!”She
crossed her arms and sighed(叹气) 46 .Suddenly,I saw in her how I pushed her to hurry all the
time,and how my hurried lifestyle was 47 her.
"Sorry,”I whispered,"I'll be more patient.Thank you for 48 me."She looked
surprised,but accepted it.
Removing "hurry up"from my speech is easy;developing. 49 is hard.Now,I try to
give her extra time to 50 before we go somewhere.During outdoor walks,I let her set the
51 .If she stops to 52 something,I'll push my 53 out ofmyhead and simply
observeher—hersmileandthewayshespotted interesting insects.She'sa"Noticer",whofindsjoyin 54
things.
Now,I never say,"Hurry up."Those words 55 life itself.Pausing for simplejoys is the
only way to truly live.
41.A.endless B.limited C.minor D.finished
42.A.workout B.cheerup C.hangout D.catchup
43.A.hesitated B.claimed C.dreamed D.rushed
44.A.prepare B.grab C.deliver D.select
45.A.tricky B.unique C.constant D.magic
46.A.inrelief B.withregret C.inannoyance D.withconfusion
47.A.inspiring B.hurting C.moving D.toughening
48.A.teaching B.training C.defending D.comforting
49.A.vision B.awareness C.patience D.closeness
50.A.complain B.chat C.relax D.prepare
学科网（北京）股份有限公司51.A.goal B.pace C.standard D.example
52.A.buy B.change C.recall D.admire
53.A.memory B.agenda C.promise D.doubt
54.A.imaginary B.boring C.small D.original
55.A.deny B.simplify C.reveal D.waste
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。
Withtherapidrise ofe-commerce overthepast decade,China's physical shopping environment
is no longerjust about making purchases,as more and more people are going to malls 56
(mere)to window shop.Having noticed this trend,department stores and shopping malls are starting
to focus more on providing things that people can't buy online—the shopping experience 57
(it)—by rolling work,play,dining and entertainment into 58 place calledFusion Hub.
Mallownersarebecomingincreasinglycreativetoday,somehavingtheirproperties 59
(transform)into modern art spaces. 60 exhibitions,art shows,performances andlecturesare
held.Othersarehostingfoodanddrinkfairs.Stillothersoffervisitorstheexperienceofanoutdoorsightseeing
tour, 61 (model)themselves after famouslandmarks.
Innovationintheretail(零售)fieldcomesinmanyforms.Onecommontrendis 62 malls are shifting
from being retail-centered to becoming more human-centered,with a focus oncreating spaces that are closely
integrated into their surrounding communities.Some have set up
63 (maintain)stations to handle repairs,while others havc launched school drop-off and pickup
services to better meet the needs of local residents.The future of shopping centers 64 (lie)
in becoming lively community centers that are less 65 shopping than aboutpromoting an
all-round lifestyle experience.
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
你校英文报现面向全校征集关于改进校园图书漂流(book-drifting) 项目的建议。请你写 一篇短
文投稿，内容包括：
(1)主要问题；
(2)你的建议。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
学科网（北京）股份有限公司My Suggestions on the Book-drifting Program
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。
It was 1975.I left school at 16 to work at the Tibooburra Pub,which had special significancefor
my family.The pub had first been run by my great-grandfather,Walter,back in 1913 and then he sold it.In
the late 1940s,my grandfather bought itback.Having spent so much time there as a kid,1 thought it was
a great place to work in.Grandfather's cheerful smile and comforting voice made those years precious
to me.Unfortunately,grandfather died from a heart attack and the pub was eventually sold to a
family,which meant I had to find work elsewhere.
Ithengotajobatthelocalhospitalandenjoyed it,though nothingfeltthesameasworkingforone's own
family.Aged 20,I connected with a man named Craig.Later we got married.Running asheep property
kept us busy,but one thing stayed on my mind."I'd love to buy back the pub oneday,"I said to
Craig.Part of me still longed for the days of being behind the bar and welcomingcustomers with a
smile,just like my grandfather had.
In 2014,the pub came on the market again,so Craig and I went for it.Our offer was successful.
Running it again was like stepping back in time;nothing much had changed,and I enjoyed slipping·into
my old job.But Craig and I had plans to expand.We used our savings and did some renovations (翻新),like
putting in a beer garden outside and building more motel(汽车旅馆)rooms.I felt like I was not only doing
a great business,but also keeping alive our family tradition.
In February 2021,I went to the neighboring state to get some supplies and on the way back,I
got a call from Craig."There's been a fire at the pub,"he cried.Being hours away was hard as I
didn't know how bad the damage was.
注意：
(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
学科网（北京）股份有限公司When I returned home and saw it with my own eyes,I broke down.
“We're going to rebuild it,”I said to Craig,firmly.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司南京市二模英语答案
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)
1.A 2.A 3.B 4.C 5.C 6.C7.B 8.C 9.C 10.A
11.B12.B13.A14.B15.A 16.B17.A18.C19.C20.B
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)
21.A22.D23.C24.C25.B 26.A27.A28.C29.A30.D 31.C32.D33.B34.B 35.B
第二节 (共5小题;每小题 2.5 分，满分12.5分) 36.G37.C38.F39.E40.A
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)
41.A42.D43.D44.B45.C 46.C47.B48.A49.C50.D 51.B52.D53.B54.C55.A
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56.merely 57.itself 58.a 59.transformed 60.where
61.model(l)ing 62.that 63.maintenance 64.lies 65.about
第四部分写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节(满分15分)
MySuggestionsontheBook-driftingProgram
Ourschool'sbook-driftingprogramiswell-received,yetI'venoticedsomeissues.
Firstly, many books are damaged during the process of drifting, probably due to the lack of a
more effective management system. Secondly,most drifting books are non-fiction, our need for
diversityignored.
Therefore, I suggest our school regularly collect damaged booksand repairthem timely for
future drifting. Additionally, fiction like detective stories, sci-fi and poetry could be included to
addtothevariety.
Hopefully,myideascouldmakeourbook-driftingprogrammorefruitful.(85words)
第二节(满分25分)
WhenIreturnedhomeandsawitwithmyowneyes,Ibrokedown.Theoncelivelypubwas
nowacharredskeleton,withitswallsblackenedandtheroofcollapsed.Thegardenwasreduced
toashes,theroomsbarelyrecognizable.Istoodthere,tearsstreamingdown.Craigheldmyhand
tightly,hispresencesilentlysupportingme.Thenmemoriesofthepast,thelaughter,theclinking
ofglasses,theexpectanteyesofmygrandfather...allemergedinmymind.Notlikethis,Idecided,
adeterminationtokeepgoingonreignitedandtakinghold.(80words).
"We'regoingtorebuildit,"IsaidtoCraig,firmly.Henodded.Thenextmonthswitnessedus
workingtirelessly,pouringourheartsintoeverydetail.Ournewdesignhonoredthepub'shistory
while adding modern touches-an even larger beer garden and better facilities. When the
reopeningdayarrived,Istoodbehindthebar,welcomingeveryone.Watchingcustomerschatting
and drinking happily,I felt the good old days were back and my grandfather was smiling beside
me.Itwasasifhewassayingtome:youcarriedonourfamilyspirit.(80words)
1英语听力原文 2025.05
Text1
M:Welcome to The ElephantBistro. Have you dined with us before? W: No, this is myfirst time
here.
M:Wouldyouliketositbythewindoworsomewheremoreprivate?W:Thewindowsoundsnice.
Text2
M:Hi,Jane.Atlast!Weweregettingworried.
W: Yeah, sorry,Mike. Your apartment was hard to find, but your directions helped. M: Here, let
metakeyourcoat.Comein.
Text3
M: It's freezing outside! What happened to the weather report? I thought this cold front had
passed.W:Yeah,Ithoughtsotoo.That'swhatIreadonlinethismorning.
Text4
W:IthinkyouhavetoacceptthatSean'stalentsasachefarealltiedupwithhisexplosive
personality.
M:Oh,I'mperfectlyawarethathistalentscomeataprice,butthepriceisveryhigh.
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W:Howdoyoupracticeyourmusicwhenyouliveinanapartment?
M: Well, I use headphones while playing my digital piano, so I won't make a lot of noise in the
building.
W:Iwishmyneighbordidthesame.
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W: If we want to increase sales of our new skincare products, we need to be more visible on
socialmedia.
M:Whydoyouthinkthat?
W: Our customers are moving there. And our competitors are already using social media to
promotesimilarproducts.
M:Butwhataboutthecosts?
W:I'vedoneacostanalysis.We'llhavetoincreaseouradvertisingbudget,butthereturnwillbe
wellworthit.
M:Impressive!Makeaplanandwewilldiscussitlater.
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W:Hello,whoisthat?
M: Hi,thisisRobert. Ithink that's mymum'sphone! Shemusthaveleftitnear the Maple Street
busstop.
W:Yes,Ifoundithereontheground.ItriedtoreachyoubutIdon'tknowthepassword
M:Oh,that'skindofyou!We'reheadingbacknow.Canyouholdontoitforafewminutes?
W:Well,justtoconfirm,howdoIknowit'syours?
M:Oh,thephonecaseispink,withawhitecatonit.
W:Yes,thatmatches!ButrightnowI'minahurrytoattendameetingattheGrandMapleHotel.
It'sjustfiveminutes'walkfromthebusstop.Couldwemeetattheentrance?
M:Sure!Howwillwerecognizeyou?
W:I'mwearingaredscarf.M:OK!Seeyou!
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W:Youcan'timaginewhataterriblenightIhad!M:Whathappened?
W:Iwasaloneinthehouse.Iusuallysleepdeeply,eventhroughthunderstorms!Butthatnight,I
wokeupatabout2a.m.M:Why?
W:Iheardtwopeoplespeakingdownstairs.AndIwassuretheyweresearchingforsomething.
M:Whatdidyoudothen?
W: I felt really scared, and I reached for my phone to call the police. And they heard me. Then
oneofthemshouted “Let'sgo!"Luckily,Itookaphotooftheircarbythewindowastheydrove
away.
M:Didtheystealanything?W:Mylaptop.
M:Didthepolicecatchthem?
W:Yes.Theyarrestedthemyesterday.AndIgotmylaptopbackthismorning.
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M:Hi,Danni!Thanksforjoiningme.Whenyoufirstdecidedtohomeschoolyourkid,what
concernedyoumost?
W:Honestly,themoneyissue.Asasinglemom,Ihadtoquitthewell-paidjobasaloanmanager.
IworriedifIcouldmakeendsmeetwhilefocusingonmydaughter'seducation.
M:Thenwhatdoyoudotoaffordhomeschooling?
W: Well, we cut back on things likevacations, dining out, and other unnecessary expenses. And
attimes,I'vehadtorelyonsomefinancialhelp frommyfamily.Theyunderstandmewell,given
thatIdon'thaveastablejobnow.
W:Itcanbetough.Torechargemyself,Iusuallydosomeexerciselikeyogaandgentlestretching
fora coupleofuninterruptedhours. Thankfully,mydaughter understandsthisand respects that
time.Sheusuallyfindssomethingquiettodo,likedrawingorreadingherownbooks.
M:Whatisthebestpartofhomeschoolingasasingleparent?
W:Thestrongbondwithmydaughter.Wehavequalitytimetogether,whichispriceless.
M:Oh,thatisrewarding,butalsodemanding.W:Yes,managingeverythingalone,definitely.
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W: Hi, guys! Today, I'd like to share with you my recent trip to Ireland. My first impressions? It
was really beautiful-green, and quite rural. There are plenty of wonderful museums, like the
National Museum,which houses treasures from ancientIreland. But what I loved mostwere the
pubs.Guinnesswasdelicious--evenifyou'renotabeerfan,youmightjustgetaddicted.Thelive
music in the pubs was fantastic too. However, I hated the weather. I remember it was in the
middle of August, but I had to wear a woolly jumper! The weather changed quickly, too. You
could wake up to a sunny day, but at midday it began to rain. Then in the afternoon, the sun
mightcomeoutagain.Thefunniestmoment?Onmybirthday,myfriendstookmetoarestaurant.
While we were waiting for our food, Me1 Gibson suddenly sat down next to us! You know, he
starredin the filmBraveheart. I froze. Butone ofmyfriends tookaphoto ofuswith him in the
background.Itdidn'tturnoutperfectly,butit'sstillacrazymemory!
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