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安庆示范高中 2024 届高三联考
英语试题
2024.4
考生注意：
1．满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
2．考生作答时，请将答案答在答题卡上。选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上
对应题目的答案标号涂黑；非选择题请用直径0.5毫米黑色墨水签字笔在答题卡上各题的答
题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效，在试题卷、草稿纸上作答无效。
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:How much is the shirt?
A．£ 19.15． B．₤ 9.18． C．£ 9.15.
答案是C。
1．What will the man do tomorrow afternoon?
A．Take a test. B．Enjoy a flower show. C．Visit a history museum.
2．Who is probably the woman?
A．The man’s aunt. B．The man’s mother. C．The man’s grandmother.
3．How often does the man visit English websites?
A．Every day. B．Twice a week. C．Once a week.
4．Why does the woman want to lose weight?
A．To keep fit. B．To be a nice bride. C．To attend a wedding.
5．What is the conversation mainly about?
A．A park. B．A traffic aceident. C．A car race.
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至7题。
6．What did the machine on TV resemble?
A．A bicycle. B．A sports car. C．A motorcycle.
7．Why does the man want to keep the old machine?
A．To save money. B．To work out. C．To keep it as a souvenir.
听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。
8．What happened last night?
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A．Louise accepted Howard’s proposal.
B．Louise bought a diamond necklace.
C．Louise held a grand wedding.
9．What is the man likely to do first?
A．Make a phone call. B．Visit Louise. C．Go shopping.
听第8段材料，回答第10至13题。
10．What is the main purpose of the man’s move?
A．To live alone.
B．To pay less rent.
C．To live closer to his office.
11．What did the man do last week?
A．He cleaned the kitchen.
B．He visited his family.
C．He repaired the door.
12．What does the woman advise the man to do?
A．Borrow a truck. B．Turn to his cousin. C．Hire a moving company.
13．Where does the conversation probably take place?
A．In a street. B．At a cafe. C．At the man’s house.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14．What does the woman think of Tony?
A．He is well-behaved. B．He is naughty. C．He is interesting.
15．What did Tony have for dinner?
A．Pizza. B．Hamburgers. C．Noodles.
16．How much does the woman charge per hour?
A．20 dollars. B．25dollars. C．50 dollars.
17．What did the man do tonight?
A．He went to a party. B．He watched a video. C．He ordered takeout.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18．Where did the speaker’s grandmother compete in a con test this Friday?
A．At Guangming Theater.
B．At Heilongjiang University.
C．At City Center Square.
19．What does the speaker think of his grandmother’s dance?
A．Dull. B．Novel. C．Traditional.
20．What is the greatest benefit the speaker’s grandmother gets from dancing?
A．She can keep fit.
B．She makes her family proud.
C．She has made some friends.
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）
学科网（北京）股份有限公司阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Anxiety comes in many forms and can affect people in different ways. Anyone living with anxiety knows it
can have a direct effect on the quality of life. The good news is that anxiety is treatable. The books below offer a
variety of ways to deal with anxiety effectively.
Dare
Based on hard science and over 10 years helping people who suffer from anxiety, Barry McDonagh shares his
most effective technique in this new book, which focuses on facing anxious thoughts and challenging them instead
of trying to ignore them.
At Last a Life
This book by Paul David is based on a combination of his personal story and the research he’s done on
anxiety. He wants to give others hope that it’s possible to regain the life by sharing his story of recovery.
When Panic Attacks
The book by David D. Burns can help you face up to and quickly defeat negative thoughts and emotions,
such as shyness, public speaking anxiety and test anxiety, without lengthy therapy or prescription drugs.
Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now
In this book, Dr. Claire Weekes offers the results of years of experience treating real patients. With her simple,
step-by-step guidance, you will learn how to understand and analyze your own symptoms of anxiety and find the
power to conquer your fears for good.
The Anti-anxiety Food Solution
The book by Trudy Scott shows that food impacts brain chemistry and emotions. It also offers lifestyle tips on
how to reduce anxiety symptoms and how the food we eat plays a role in relieving symptoms.
21．Which book contains the author’s own experiences of fighting anxiety?
A．Dare. B．At Last a Life.
C．When Panic Attacks. D．Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now.
22．What is mentioned in The Anti-anxiety Food Solution?
A．Tips on how to reduce anxiety symptoms.
B．Ways of analyzing and understanding anxiety.
C．Facing anxious thoughts and challenging them.
D．Defeating every kind of anxiety without medicine.
23．What do Dare and When Panic Attacks have in common?
A．Study the reasons for anxiety.
B．Help you to face anxiety bravely.
C．Share the most effective technique.
D．Analyze effects of prescription drugs.
B
Time was introduced to us when we were just kids and only knew the playing hours; but when we grew up we
got our own senses about how important “The Time” is. There is a story on time management which can give
you some guidance.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司A philosophy professor, once, decided to teach the students a valuable lesson about Time Management, so he
stood before his class with some items on the table. When the class began, wordlessly he picked up a big and empty
jar and proceeded to fill it with rocks, about 2 inches in size. He then looked towards the class and asked the
students if the jar was full. They all agreed that it was full. Therefore, the professor then moved to pick up a box of
pebbles and poured them into the jar. He shook the jar gently. The pebbles, of course, rolled through the gaps
between the rocks.
He then again looked up to the students and asked if the jar was full. They all again nodded their heads. For
the last time, he turned towards the jar, this time, picked up a box of sand, poured it into the jar and shook it lightly.
Of course, the sand moved into the gap s and filled up everything else. He then asked students for the last time if
the jar was full or not. The students were surprised but gave a unanimous response “Yes.”
“Now,” said the professor, “I want you to realize that this jar actually is your life. The rocks are the
important things—like your family, your children, your health, your partner. If nothing remained but only these.
your life would still be full. The pebbles are the other things that matter—like your job; your career, your house.
The sand is everything else, the unimportant stuff.”
“If you put the sand into the jar first.” he continued, “there is no space for the pebbles or the rocks. The
same goes for your life. If you keep on filling the jar with the sand, it means that you keep on spending all your
time and energy on the pity things and you will never have room for the things that are crucial for you. First and
foremost, focus on-the rocks—the things that really matter. Set your priorities. The rest is just sand.”
24．What can we learn from the text?
A．The professor put the pebbles into the jar first.
B．The professor did four experiments altogether.
C．The result of the experiment was beyond students’ expectation.
D．The class aimed to make students realize the importance of time for success.
25．What does the underlined word “unanimous” in the third paragraph mean?
A．Unwilling B．Consistent C．Confusing D．Relevant
26．According to the text, what are the “rocks” in life?
A．Your job and family. B．Your career and children.
C．Your parents and fitness. D．Your house and money.
27．What is the main lesson the professor wants to convey in the class?
A．It is important to make full use of time efficiently.
B．It is crucial to strengthen the consciousness of managing time.
C．It is vital to arrange enough time for all aspects of life in advance.
D．It is necessary to attach more importance to what truly matters in life.
C
WOMAD（World of Music, Arts, and Dance）Festival is a famous event that brings together music fans from
all around the world. With its diverse lineup, exciting performances, and celebration of different cultures, WOMAD
has become a global leader in music and art.
WOMAD was created in 1980 by musician Peter Gabriel and other artists who wanted to show music and
culture from all over the world. The first WOMAD Festival took place in Shepton Mallet, England, bringing
学科网（北京）股份有限公司together artists from around the world to perform and celebrate their unique musical traditions. As WOMAD grew
in popularity, it began hosting festival s in various countries including Australia, New Zealand, Spain, and Chile.
Each festival offers a diverse lineup of artists representing different genres and cultures.
This mix of music and arts creates an exciting experience for attendees.
By featuring artists from different backgrounds, the festival provides a space for artists and audiences to
connect and appreciate the beauty of various cultures. It encourages unity and a global community. One of the
highlights of WOMAD Festival is the collaboration between artists. Musicians from different cultures come
together to create unique and memorable performances. These collaborations not only produce amazing music but
also encourage dialogue and appreciation between cultures.
WOMAD Festival goes beyond music and has made a great effect on social and political matters. It addresses
human rights issues and raises awareness about global challenges. The festival inspires attendees to engage with
important issues and promotes positive change. The history of WOMAD Festival shows the power of music to.
bring people together and overcome differences. From its small beginnings to its global influence, WOMAD
continues to attract audiences with its celebration of diversity, collaboration, and the global language of music. As
we look to the future, let us embrace the spirit of WOMAD and celebrate the beauty of world music and culture.
28．What is the purpose of hosting WOMAD Festivals in different countries?
A．To show the popularity of WOMAD.
B．To create wonderful performances.
C．To promote tourism and cultural exchange.
D．To provide diverse cultural experiences for attendees.
29．What can we know about the WOMAD Festival?
A．It is mainly celebrated by local artists.
B．It was created more than forty years ago.
C．It has not gained popularity outside of England.
D．It promotes global harmony through music and arts.
30．What’s the last paragraph about?
A．The social impact of WOMAD Festival.
B．The future of WOMAD Festival.
C．The evolution of WOMAD Festival.
D．The cultural significance of WOMAD Festival.
31．Where does the text probably come from?
A．A diary. B．A guidebook. C．A novel. D．A magazine.
D
Blame grandpa if you get fat eating junk food. It seems that the grandsons of obese male mice are more likely
to be affected by a bad diet, even if their fathers are slim and healthy.
Last year, a study found thousands of epigenetic（表观遗传的）changes to DNA in the sperm of
obese men, as well as differing amounts of short pieces of RNA, when compared with slim men’s sperm.
Epigenetic changes like these don’t alter the code of DNA, but may affect how active particular genes are.
Now Catherine Suter at Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in Sydney and her colleagues have
学科网（北京）股份有限公司investigated the longer-term effects of father-related obesity by mating obese male mice with slim females.
They found that, unlike those of slim males, both the sons and grandsons of obese ones were more likely to
show the early signs of fatty liver disease and diabetes when given a junk-food diet. The same effect wasn’t seen in
daughters or granddaughters.
Even when the sons of obese males were fed a healthy diet and kept at a normal weight, their own sons still
had a greater tendency to develop obesity-related conditions when exposed to a junk diet. However, the effect
didn’t seem to be passed on to great-grandsons.
“This is good news because it suggests that the cycle of obesity can be broken,” says Suter. Her
team’s research indicates that small RNA pieces in the sperm could be to blame, possibly influencing how
a male embryo（胚胎）develops. Such studies highlight the importance of men’s health when reproducing,
says Suter. “A baby’s health has long been considered the mother’s responsibility, but attention should also be
paid to the father’s health.”
32．What can be learnt from the text?
A．The code of DNA changes if one gets obese.
B．Short pieces of RNA is brought about by obesity.
C．Fathers affect male mice more than grandpas.
D．Junk food might not be the primary cause of your obesity.
33．What is true about Suter’s research?
A．The research didn’t last for a long time.
B．The subjects of the research were only male mice.
C．Fathers’ obesity would probably be passed on to daughters.
D．Great-grandsons were less likely to develop father-related obesity.
34．Which of the following statements would Suter agree with?
A．A father’s health determines his baby’s.
B．Mothers aren’t responsible for babies’ health.
C．Small changes in DNA results in a baby’s obesity.
D．A baby’s health is closely related to that of both parents.
35．What can be a suitable title for the text?
A．Obesity is passed on down generations
B．Eating junk food leads to health problems
C．The choice of diet is an art of parenting
D．A healthy diet keeps you away from obesity
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
The wildfires in the Amazon rainforest have produced alarm around the world. 36 However, there are
several steps you can take to help reduce your impact on the Amazon and other rainforests.
Buy fewer paper and wood products.
One of the main causes of deforestation in the Amazon is logging, which is driven by the high demand for
wood-based products. 37 For example, you can use both sides of a piece of paper. On top of that, look out
学科网（北京）股份有限公司for alternative paper products that are not made from tree materials as well as paper with a high percentage of
recycled materials.
Cut your fossil fuel consumption.
Some scientists think that climate change could significantly increase the rate of forest loss in the Amazon.
The burning of fossil fuels and the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere afterwards is one of the primary
drivers of climate change: 38 You might take a bike to work instead of driving a car and switch off electrical
appliances when you are not using them.
Hold businesses responsible.
39 If you believe that a business is operating in a manner that is environmentally irresponsible, make
yourself heard: Contact the company; call them out on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter; or
organize a boycott.
Direct action has the power to transform how companies do business. In 1999, Home Depot, the single largest
retailer of household. items in the world, agreed to gradually stop sales of old-growth wood. 40
A．Sadly, there is not much you can do to stop the fires.
B．So wherever possible, try to cut down on your carbon emissions.
C．This practice has led to great progress in the conservation of rainforests.
D．These fire s have brought about losses beyond measure to both humans and nature.
E．The company’s decision was largely the result of a campaign led by grassroots activists.
F．Educate yourself about the business practices of companies that are active in the Amazon.
G．Reduce the amount of wood products you purchase and make the most out of items you have bought.
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。
My mother changed my life. She had her own way of 41 children. If we complained about not having
what another kid did, we’d hear something like, “I don’t care what so-and-so got for his birthday, you are not
getting it.” We had to earn our allowance by doing chores around the house.
It was a summer day, my mother drove me to the bike shop to get a tire fixed—and there it was in the window.
White, shiny, plastic and decorated with flowers, the 42 winked at me and I knew I had to 43 it.
“It’s beautiful. Mom, can I please get it? I’ll do 44 chores for as long as you say. I’ll do anything, but I
need that basket. I love it. Please, Mom.” I was 45 . “You know,” she said, “if you save up, you could
buy this yourself.” “By the time I make enough, it’ll be 46 !” “Maybe Roger here could hold it for
you,” she smiled at Roger, the bike guy. “He can’t hold it for that long, Mom. Someone else will buy it.”
“There might be another 47 ,” she said.
And so our paying plan 48 . My mother bought the beautiful basket and 49 it safely in some
place I couldn’t find. Each week I 50 counted my growing savings increased by extra work here and there.
And then, weeks later, I counted, re-counted and jumped for joy. Oh, I made it! I finally had the exact amount we’d
51 .
Days later, the 52 happened. A neighborhood girl I’d played with milhons of times appeared with the
exact same basket fixed to her shiny, new bike. I rode hard and fast home to tell my mother about this 53 .
学科网（北京）股份有限公司This horrible turn of events! And then came the 54 I’ve taken with me through my life. “Honey, your
basket is different,” Mom said, gently wiping away my hot tears. “Your basket is 55 because you paid
for it yourself.”
41．A．fooling B．raising C．feeding D．lecturing
42．A．toy B．tire C．bike D．basket
43．A．use B．have C．love D．change
44．A．extra B．dull C．tough D．common
45．A．thrilled B．passionate C．desperate D．frustrated
46．A．gone B．empty C．fragile D．accessible
47．A．way B．chance C．request D．suggestion
48．A．carried B．performed C．unfolded D．evaluated
49．A．buried B．hid C．hung D．fixed
50．A．hurriedly B．cautiously C．roughly D．eagerly
51．A．depended on B．put forward C．figured out D．agreed upon
52．A．amazing B．awesome C．unthinkable D．influential
53．A．scenery B．matter C．disaster D．investigation
54．A．lesson B．information C．experience D．impression
55．A．rare B．special C．magical D．valuable
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。
One person with great strength can defeat ten 56 are skilled, but he needs to use tricks to win wisely.
This is the essential message of Huaquan Fist. Great strength leads to explosive force.
Wang Yuanxiang was born 5 7 a martial arts family in Cangzhou City, Hebei Province. All his
family members 5 8 （practiee）and teaching Huaquan Fist since the Qing Dynasty. He is one of
59 fifth-generation inheritors（继承人）of Huaquan Fist. In his opinion, martial arts are a kind of culture.
All kungfu schools should unit e and inherit Chinese martial arts 60 （joint）.
61 （achieve）his wish, Wang has kept practicing and reviewing fist formulas for decades. With many
years of practice, he has had his skills 62 （perfect）. What’s more, he has had a 63 （system）
understanding of the fist. There are four different styles of the fist, with less jumping but more hand 6 4
（position）. Feet are also used. There are many kinds of steps, like swooping, rounding, leaping and
skipping. Wang believes that 6 5 the reason for learning martial arts is, one must stick to the
virtues（美德）and use the genre correctly.
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，暑假即将来临，你按计划招募一些擅长英语或其他外语的学生为来你市旅游
的外国游客提供咨询服务。请就此写一则招募广告，内容包括：
1．工作内容；
2．申请条件及方式。
注意：1．词数80左右（题目已给出，不计入总词数）；
学科网（北京）股份有限公司2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：招募 recruit；咨询服务 counselling services
Volunteers Wanted
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The 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。
On my first summer vacation as a junior high school student, I climbed my first mountain—a fairly gentle
3,900-foot peak near where I live in Surrey, British Columbia. I was overweight at the time and out of breath when
I reached the summit. But I loved the challenge of conquering something bigger than myself. Soon I climbed nearly
100 peaks. My parents were happy I’d finally found a hobby. I often went climbing with my friend Mel Olsen,
whom I’d met in a Facebook group.
Last December, I, together with Mel, came to Oregon to tackle 11,240-foot Mount Hood. It’s safer to start
winter climbs at night when there’s less risk of the sun melting the snowpack. That day we started at 3 am,
following the paths alongside the ski runs. The temperature was about 14°F, and we wore layers we could easily
remove, knowing the sports would make us warm. Along the way, we met two other climbers, and the four of us
continued on together.
After about five hours, we reached Devil’s Kitchen, a plateau（高原）at about 10,000 feet. By this
point, the wind was howling. My exposed skin felt as though it were burning. The other climbers decided
to turn back, but Mel and I went ahead. We had ice axes, helmets, and crampons（攀登钉鞋）. We were
in high spirits and prepared for the climb.
The trail we followed grew narrower and steeper. At around 9 am, we reached a flight of ice step. It was about
three or four feet tall and sloped at a 75-degree angle. I volunteered to go first. I placed my left foot on the ice step.
Confident I was safe, I put my full weight on it. Suddenly, I heard a crack, and a whole slab of ice broke off the
step, right under my foot.
In an instant, I fell backward before I made any response. I could hear Mel calling my name in a trembling
voice as I tumbled down, bouncing off the rock face, and rolling down the mountain as if I were a character in a
video game. I remember thinking: This is it. You’re done.
注意：1．续写词数应为150词左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I stuck out my arms and legs hopelessly, grabbing at anything. _____________________________________
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As Mel made her way down, I yelled for help, and other climbers came to my rescue. ___________________
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学科网（北京）股份有限公司____________________________________________________________________________________________
安庆示范高中 2024 届高三联考
英语试题参考答案、提示及评分细则
第一部分：听力
1-5AABCB 6-10 CBACA 11-15BCBAC 16-20 BAABC
第二部分：阅读
21-23 BAB 24-27 CBCD 28-31 DDAD 32-35DDDA
36-40 AGBFE
第三部分：
完形填空：
41-45BDBAC 46-50 AACBD 51-55DCCAB
语法填空：
56．who/that 57．into 58．have been practicing/practising
59．the 60．jointly 61．To achieve 62．perfected
63．systematic 64．positions 65．whatever
第四部分：写作
参考范文：
Volunteers Wanted
Do you want to improve your language skills by doing something meaningful? If so, here is a great
opportunity for you. Aiming to provide counselling services for the foreign tourists visiting our city during the
summer vacation, our school is recruiting some volunteers.
As for the requirements, you must be fluent in at least on c foreign language, which allows you to better
communicate with the foreigners. Besides, you should have a good knowledge of some popular tourist attractions in
our city or be familiar with the map of our city. If you are interested and meet the requirements, please send your
application to lihua@126.com before Jul y 10th.
Looking forward to your joining.
The Students’ Union
参考范文：
I stuck out my arms and legs hopelessly, grabbing at anything. I was overwhelmed with fear and regret. If
only I had been more careful! I forced myself to calm down, pressing myself against the slope to slow down.
Fortunately, a few minutes later, I came to a stop on a shallow incline. My clothes were shredded, my helm et was
broken, and my face was bloodied from cuts and scratches. I made an attempt to stand up but in vain. Unable to
move an inch further, I lay on the ice shivering and in pain, waiting for rescue.
As Mel made her way down, I yelled for help, and other climbers came to my rescue. With them rushing
toward me, I sighed with relief and tears of excitement blurred my eyes. They made great efforts to relieve me of
the suffering. Some offered to splint my leg and some called Portland Mountain Rescue while Mel stayed by my
side, hugging me tightly to keep me warmer and less painful. So experienced and comforting were they that I was
学科网（北京）股份有限公司no longer as frightened as before. Eventually, I was sent to the hospital. I stayed for a long time. However, on my
recovery, with greater caution and better preparations I returned on the trails. One slip on a mountain can change
everything but never stops me from doing my favorite thing in the world.
听力原文：
Text 1
W: We are going to a flower show tomorrow afternoon. Do you fancy coming along?
M: I’d love to, but I will have a history exam then.
W: It’s okay. You can join us next time.
Text 2
W: It’s so nice to see you, John!
M: Me, too. This box of chocolate is for you. I know both my mom and you love chocolate.
W: That’s true, ever since we were kids. But your grandma didn’t allow us to have too many sweets!
Text 3
W: How often do you have English lessons?
M: I have a lesson once a week, but I try to practice speaking English every day. Besides, I look through English
websites and go to the local English Corner twice a week.
Text 4
W: I’ve been starving myself for days, but I haven’t lost my weight.
M: Why are you trying to lose weight?
W: My friend is getting married next month and I’m supposed to be a bridesmaid. I have to fit into my dress and
look nice.
Text 5
M: You look scared. What exactly did you see?
W: I was walking past the park towards the city center when a cyclist passed me and then a car came around the
corner. I guess the driver didn’t see the cyclist…
Text 6
W: What are you doing, Dad?
M: I’m cutting the grass. I have to push the machine to keep it running.
W: Are you tired, Dad? Do you want me to give you a hand?
M: No, thanks. It’s a kind of exercise for me.
W: Dad, I saw a different machine that cuts the grass on TV. It looked like a motorcycle. You can just sit on it and
drive.
M: Sounds good!
W: Then why don’t we go and buy one? It will save you a lot of time!
M: You are a good girl. But I still like this old machine. If I buy that machine you just said, what exercise can I do?
Text 7
W: Have you heard the news about Louise?
M: No, what is it?
W: She said yes to Howard’s proposal last night and Howard promised her a grand wedding.
M: Wow! She must have been walking on air.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司W: I feel excited for her. And you should see the diamond ring Howard gave her.
M: I must go and congratulate her in person.
W: What’s the rush? Let’s pick out some gifts for her first. And I can’t wait to ring Helen and tell her all about it.
M: Okay.
Text 8
W: Hi, Paul. I heard that you would move house. Is that true?
M: Yes. I’ve found another apartment at 42nd Street. Although it is a one-bedroom apartment, it is enough for me. I
don’t want to share an apartment with anyone else again.
W: It seems that you are not satisfied with your roommate.
M: Yes. My roommate and I often argue about the kitchen. I spent my last week at my parents’ house. When I went
back, I found that the kitchen was in a mess. What’s more, he sometimes even forgets to lock the door when he
goes out.
W: Oh, that’s terrible.
M: Yes. Therefore, I have to move out. And luckily, my new apartment is closer to my office and the rent is much
cheaper. But I haven’t found a truck to carry my stull yet.
W: You want to move on your own? Oh, that’s tiring. I suggest you hire movers. They will help you save a lot of
time and energy. My cousin runs a moving company. I can talk to him if you want.
M: No, thanks. My friend will help me with the moving. Oh, the coffee I ordered is already packed. I have to go
now.
Text 9
M: I’m home. Thank you for watching over Tony. Was he naughty while I was away?
W: No, he was great. I didn’t have to repeat myself at all. Every time I asked him to do something, he did it right
away. He was very well-behaved.
M: I’m glad to hear that. What did you have for dinner?
W: At first, he wanted to get hamburgers and pizza, but he changed his mind after we watched a video about
Chinese noodles. So we ordered some noodles around 8 o’clock.
M: I hope the 50 dollars I left you was enough.
W: Oh, it was more than enough! There is actually 20 dollars left.
M: Consider it a tip! So, how much do I owe you for tonight?
W: Let me see... I came over at 7 o’clock this evening, and it’s 11 o’clock now, so that’s 100 dollars altogether.
M: OK, here you are. Thank you so much!
W: Oh, it’s my pleasure! I hope you enjoyed your night out.
M: I just went to a friend’s house for a dinner party. And I surely had a good time there.
Text 10
M: Here I am, at City Center Square, watching my grandmother dancing. In fact, her team just came first in the
final contest at Guangming Theater this Friday. My family felt so proud that we held a congratulation party for her.
My grandmother taught music at a high school. She has always been into dancing and singing. After her retirement,
she goes square dancing every night with her friends. Their dance has a strong rhythm and a wide range of
movements, making it different from the slow traditional Chinese square dancing.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司She also goes to a dance class for seniors every week at Heilongjiang University. She often expresses that dancing
is the happiest part of her day, which not only keeps her fit, but most importantly, brings her many like-minded
friends.
With the development of our society, instead of just looking after grandchildren, increasing numbers of elderly
Chinese are enjoying their own lives.
Do you want to see how well my grandmother can dance? Follow my account and I’ll share the video I’m recording
with you tonight. I’m sure you’ll be surprised.
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