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高一英语试题
2024. 7
注意事项：
1. 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。
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3. 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
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。
1. What does the man like most?
A. Cappuccino. B. Coffee latte. C. Mocha.
2. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Robot service. B. A sci-fi film. C. A new restaurant
3. When will the man have his next class?
A. At 9: 30. B. At 10: 00. C. At 10: 30.
4. What does the man think of A Bite of China?
A. Popular. B. Boring. C. Simple.
5. Where does the woman prefer to go?
A. The park. B. The beach. C. The mountains.
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。
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A. June. B. July. C. August.
7. What is the relationship between the speakers and Tom?
A. Family members. B. Neighbors. C. Roommates.
听第7段材料, 回答第8、9题。
8. How much did the man spend in the hedgehog cafe?
A. $9. B. $18. C. $30.
9. Why do people open animal cafes in Tokyo?
A. To make money. B. To protect animals. C. To help relax.
听第8段材料, 回答第10至12题。
10. When did Hoffner make her first parachute jump?
A. At the age of 100. B. At the age of 103. C. At the age of 104.
11. Where does Hoffner come from?
A. Mexico. B. America. C. Sweden.
12. What do we know about Hoffner?
A. She set a new world record.
B. She skydived herself alone.
C. She disliked a hot-air balloon.
听第9段材料, 回答第13至16题。
13. Why does Mike talk to Sue?
A. To discuss a concert. B. To borrow some money. C. To ask for suggestions.
14. What does Miguel ask Mike to do?
A. Build a big house. B. Spend holiday together. C. Play the piano.
15. What has Celia been doing recently?
A. Working hard. B. Studying math. C. Looking for a job.
16. What is Mike going to do next?
A. Make a travel plan. B. Work part-time. C. Speak to Miguel.
听第10段材料, 回答第17至20题。
17. What was Noah Verin before 2020?
A. A chef. B. A businessman. C. A scientist.
18. Where does Noah Verin grow his plants?
A. In a parking lot. B. In a garden. C. On a farm.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司19. How many kinds of plants does Noah Verin grow?
A. 20. B. 40. C. 50.
20. What can we learn about Noah Verin's vegetables?
A. They are far away. B. They are expensive. C. They are fresh.
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。
A
With the seasons changing, now is the perfect time to start planning summer experiences at
outdoor theatres in parks, city squares, woodlands and even the side of a cliff! We've put together
a list of the best ones to visit across the UK.
Grosvenor Park, Chester
Every summer, Storyhouse theatre packs up their items and builds an entire amphitheatre (圆
形剧场)in Grosvenor Park. This year's programme sees an eclectic trio:
The Gangs of New York, The I’m portance of Being Earnest and The Wizard of Oz. I'm most
excited by the first: a new adaptation written by Kieran Lynn and directed by John Young. I don't
think this story has ever been staged before and it seems like a wild pick for a summer outdoor
show.
Minack Theatre, Cornwall
Built into a cliff face in Porthcurno, you hardly need an excuse to visit this theatre. Seeing
anything at all, backgrounded by the azure Cornish sea, will be an unforgettable experience. This
year sees touring productions of Little Shop of Horrors, and the less-known works of Shakespeare.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Highland Perthshire
Throughout most of the year, the Pitlochry Festival Theatre's indoor concert hall and studio
serve as their regular performance spaces. But this summer, you can see equally lavish
productions at the amphitheatre, located in the woods and overlooking Ben-Y-Vrackie mountain.
This year they'll be staging Dido and Aeneas.
Shakespeare in the Squares, London
Is there anything more luxuriously summery than lazing down to your local square for a bit
of Shakespeare and a picnic? These guys do what they say on the tin, travelling across the squares
of London with a new Shakespeare production every year. This year will be All's Well That Ends
学科网（北京）股份有限公司Well.
21. Which play fascinates the author most?
A. The Gangs of New York. B. The Importance of Being Earnest.
C. The Wizard of Oz. D. Little Shop of Horrors.
22. Where can you enjoy a play in the Pitlochry Festival Theatre this summer?
A. On the cliff. B. In the woods. C. At a concert hall. D. On city squares.
23. What is a proper choice for a Shakespeare fan?
A. Grosvenor Park and Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
B. Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Minack Theatre.
C. Minack Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares.
D. Pitlochry Festival Theatre and Shakespeare in the Squares
B
I teach English in developing countries. One day, while I was traveling alone, I saw a
teenager selling paintings on the street. He called out to me, saying that he made all the pictures
himself, and he was saving up money for school. In a different city, I might have bought one, but I
figured that he could be some sort of scam artist, so I thanked him and kept walking. As I left, he
asked if I had just a bit of change to spare. I did, but I told him no.
After a few hours of shopping and roaming, I found myself back on the same street.
Everyone was shouting and everyone looked really excited, and it seemed they were celebrating a
special festival. I tried to leave down a side alley, but it was full of people shoving each other. A
group of at least six policemen was walking right toward the crowd. They were clearly trying to
keep the order, and I had walked right into the middle of it.
Suddenly, I heard a voice yell at me from a half-opened door. “Hey! ”I didn't know who it
was, but I knew right away that this was someone trying to help me. I rushed toward the door and
saw the face of that teenaged artist. He opened the door enough for me to enter, and I did. He said
he'd recognized me from before. I asked him why he wanted to help me, and he just shrugged.
As we waited for the noises outside to die down, he gave me a tour of the place. It was truly
beautiful. He didn't try to sell me anything or demand any sort of payment for his help. When
finally it was a good time to leave, I asked if I could buy one of his multicolored landscapes, and it
was a way to have something to remember him by. I still have that landscape up on my wall.
When I look at it, I think about the warm-hearted young artist
学科网（北京）股份有限公司24. What can be inferred about the author from paragraph 1?
A. He was saving up money. B. He thought he met cheating.
C. He had no change with him. D. He had bought a painting before.
25. What happened to the author in paragraph 2?
A. He got injured on the way back. B. He called the police for help.
C. He was engaged in the activity. D. He was trapped in the crowd.
26. Why did the teenaged artist open the door for the author?
A. He was curious about the author. B. He had to ask the author for a favor.
C. He recognized and assisted the author. D. He invited the author to enjoy his works.
27. What impressed the author most?
A. The beauty of the place. B. The young artist's talents.
C. The multicolored landscapes. D. The young artist's kindness.
C
Monarch butterflies are native to North America, and their range extends from southern
Canada to northern South America. Every year, thousands of monarch butterflies travel between 1,
200 and 2, 800 miles across the Americas on an awe-inspiring migratory journey, which is among
the most remarkable scenes of animal migration in the world. In the process of finding food,
monarch butterflies pollinate plants across the Americas, spreading pollen(花粉)from flower to
flower and therefore playing an integral part in sustaining ecosystems.
But these bright orange and white creatures have neared the edge of extinction in the past
century. The plains and mountains where monarch butterflies once flourished have drastically
changed, mostly due to urbanisation. Illegal logging activity has degraded the forest areas in the
past three decades, cutting down the Oyamel fir tree on which monarchs hibernate in the winters.
Pesticides not only kill off milkweed plants, but also harm the butterflies themselves. Lastly, the
climate change also poses a threat to the habitats where monarchs breed and spend the winter.
To protect the monarchs from extinction, governments have taken positive actions
Communities also help protect monarch butterflies by planting milkweed in their gardens along
their migratory routes. Milkweed is highly decorative and easy to grow in harmony with flower
beds. Gardeners ensure to plant local milkweed to prevent spreading parasitic (寄生的)infections.
According to experts, it is ideal to plant milkweed in the fall and to plant them in sunny areas,
without using pesticides as this will harm the butterflies and their eggs.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司The joint work from federal and state agencies and communities to conserve these creatures
and their habitats has paid off. More monarchs are being spotted in some areas currently. If this
work is eventually successful, there may come a time when monarch numbers increase once
again.
28. What critical roles do the monarchs play?
A. Benefiting the tourism. B. Leading a new migration route.
C. Maintaining the ecosystem. D. Bettering the agriculture practices.
29. What largely causes the monarchs to become endangered?
A. Infectious diseases. B. Natural disasters.
C. Human activities. D. Severe desertification.
30. What advice is given to gardeners in planting milkweeds?
A. Choosing the native ones. B. Planting them in summer.
C. Keeping them out of the sunshine. D. Using pesticides when necessary.
31. What is the author's attitude to the future of the monarchs?
A. Optimistic. B. Uncertain. C. Doubtful. D. Indifferent.
D
Stress is a modern epidemic, but among all the stress management strategies out there we are
forgetting one essential solution—taking time for rest.
For a long time, psychology was based on a clear division between body and mind.
Psychologists focused almost only on what went on between our ears. The body was not their
responsibility. That was the work of medical doctors and gym instructors. Recently, however, there
has been a growing realisation within psychology circles that the body and mind are deeply related
to each other, far more than anyone ever imagined. The most recent insights have revealed that our
mental health is determined to a large extent by our physical condition.
When you are feeling poorly, you can combat it by taking better care of your body. Physical
exercise helps to relieve depression. A healthy sleeping pattern also offers protection against all
kinds of psychological disorders, and a healthy diet is known to reduce stress. Moments of rest
and relaxation ought to occupy a more prominent place in our lives. These significant moments
should not be regarded as a kind of “waste of time” in between jobs but as a natural and
fundamental part of our way of life. Rest is actually crucial to our wellbeing and is good for both
body and mind. We all need at least a little time to think, to reflect on life and even just to be
学科网（北京）股份有限公司bored.
At school, the key should not only be that you have to do your very best every day, but also
that you can only perform at your peak when you are adequately rested. It is only when we fully
embrace rest that we will be able to take a stand against stress and burnout.
Your free time is meant for relaxation and recovery. Active free time is spent on things like
hobbies, sport, friends and family. The other one is passive free time: reading, watching TV,
resting. Ideally you get to enjoy both—one to divert your attention from work and the other to
regroup and recover.
32. What do psychologists focus on recently?
A. Ways to define psychology. B. Strategies to handle mental condition.
C. Responsibilities for health. D. The relation between body and mind.
33. What does the underlined word “prominent” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Famous. B. Important. C. Sustainable. D. Passionate.
34. How can one reduce the pressure according to the author?
A. By getting enough sleep. B. By going on a diet.
C. By having a strong willpower. D. By centering more on work.
35. What is the best title of the passage?
A. What determines your mental health?
B. How physical health affects our mind?
C. The power of rest for stress management.
D. The difference between active and passive rest.
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能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多 余选
项。
Keeping a schedule can help you manage your time and be productive. 36__________ With a
few graffiti(涂鸦)in your planner or tabs on your screen, you can have an efficient plan for the day
in no time. Keep reading to learn how to schedule your day and be as productive as possible.
37 __________Think about what you need to do today(or even for the whole week). Put
every task or goal on a piece of paper or in a notes app on your phone. Now, you can see
everything you need to do for the day in front of you.
Check your planner throughout the day. Make it a habit to check your planner every morning
学科网（北京）股份有限公司and night to stay on task and prepare for the day ahead. This way, you can always be on top of the
game and know what's to come—it's a great way to stay motivated. Schedule alarms to remind
you of certain tasks. 38___________
Adjust your schedule as needed. Although you should try sticking to your schedule as much
as possible, things happen, and adjustments may be needed. Don't hesitate to move flexible or
low-priority items to other time periods. 39___________ You're only human. Focus on high-
priority or timely items, and worry about the rest later.
Reward yourself when you've completed your tasks. Who says you have to be strict all of the
time? If you've completed all your tasks for the day, don't hesitate to reward yourself.
40__________ It also gives you time to rest and recharge, especially after a busy day.
A. This way, you will not miss a thing.
B. Not everything has to get done in one day.
C. This positive boost is to keep you motivated.
D. Pick a planner to use that meets your daily needs.
E. Write down everything you need to accomplish for the day.
F. Thankfully, making and keeping a schedule isn't hard to do.
G. Keeping some free space in your schedule can help you relax.
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四个选项中选出最佳选项。
After a three-year separation with my best friend, our hearts were filled with the desire to
reconnect. We both shared a dream of an exciting adventure in Australia.
As our 41 unfolded, every moment was filled with a grin on my face. My 42 was beyond
description. And my friend and I 43 to have a try of the Canyon Swing tandem jump, a
breathtaking 60-meter fall that is like bungee jumping(蹦极)yet offers a unique and 44 experience
of staying upright in the harness.
After several failed 45 , we knew it was time to gather our courage. With our throats
tightening and hearts thundering, we finally kept our eyes tightly closed to 46 the edge.
With fear gripping me, I was convinced my heart would 47 in my chest as we fell quickly
towards the jagged rocks below. Our faces 48 , our hair tossing about by the extremely strong
wind. The surrounding 49 and the rocky mountains became a blur of greens and browns as they
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The fall felt both 50 quick and like an endless cinematic masterpiece. For a moment, my
mind 51 , and I knew the meaning of meditation(冥想). I was unaware that I had been 52 the
entire time until we flew gracefully at the end of the string, 53 above the crystal-clear water
beneath us.
Of course it was full of terror, yet it was also a moment that I realized I had the 54 of my life.
The sense of achievement and the joy of sharing this experience with my best friend made it a 55
moment that I will cherish forever.
41. A. search B. holiday C. research D. survey
42. A. frustration B. calmness C. excitement D. confusion
43. A. decided B. pretended C. promised D. remembered
44. A. relevant B. educational C. rich D. thrilling
45. A. procedures B. approaches C. attempts D. experiments
46. A. cut in B. hang out C. step off D. climb up
47. A. break B. sink C. ache D. explode
48. A. froze B. softened C. brightened D. clouded
49. A. tourists B. trees C. villages D. birds
50. A. rain B. sound C. lightning D. storm
51. A. emptied B. wandered C. changed D. restarted
52. A. commandingB. complaining C. responding D. screaming
53. A. skipping B. slipping C. floating D. swinging
54. A. reminder B. time C. peace D. impression
55. A. decisive B. brief C. precious D. creative
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。
As spring has come with blossoms, it's time to enjoy this year's fresh tea.
Among the various green teas, there is a special one called Anji white tea which is, in fact,
not 56________ member of the white tea family. Rare 57 _______ expensive, the tea has a
short harvesting period, often only one month.
The reason why Anji white tea is called “white tea” is primarily due to the tea plant it
comes from, 58_________ is known as “White Leaf No. 1”. This is a temperature-sensitive
学科网（北京）股份有限公司whitening variety, and the color of 59_________ (it)tea buds ( 芽 ) changes with the
temperature. In early spring when temperatures are low, the tender leaves come to spread
60___________(gradual). The buds, along with the leaves, change from a slight green
61_________ a jade-like white color. As the temperature rises, the color of leaves deepens step
by step, eventually 62_______ (turn)green.
Originally 63 __________ (produce)in Anji county in Zhejiang province in East China, Anji
white tea 64________ (discover)in the 1980s. Anji white tea is known for its 65_______ (rich)of
theanine(茶氨酸)as well as amino acids that are essential to the proper functioning of the body. It
also contains strong antioxidants that are critical in keeping the heart healthy.
第四部分写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华, 上周参加了校学生会组织的“美丽校园齐动手”活动。请写信给英国笔 友
Jack, 分享活动经历, 内容包括：
(1)活动介绍；
(2)感想收获。
注意：
(1)写作词数应为80个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
Dear Jack,
Last week, I participated in an activity “Hands-on efforts for a beautiful campus”.
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Best wishes!
Yours,
Li Hua
学科网（北京）股份有限公司第二节(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一段, 使其构成一篇完整的短文。
I was sitting in my eighth-grade literature class when Mrs. Smith announced a new project. In
groups of four members, we were to create a presentation about the book we were reading.
On a piece of paper, we wrote the names of three friends we wanted in our group. After
collecting all the requests, Mrs. Smith informed us that she would take into consideration the
names we chose and would let us know the results the next day. I had no doubt I would get the
group of my choice. There were only a handful of sociably decent people in the class, and I knew
we had chosen each other.
The next day, after the bell rang, Mrs. Smith started to call out names. With butterflies in my
stomach, I was expecting the perfect result. Suddenly, I heard my name “Emily” followed by
“Mike, Julie and Cathy”. I could feel the tears well up in my eyes. How could I face being in that
group. They are not in the circle of my “good” friends. They are always thought as the
“misfits” of our class, who are not so smart, look weird and even have difficulties in fitting in
with others. Oh, how badly I wanted to be with my friends.
I fought back tears as I walked up to Mrs. Smith. I was determined to convince her I should
be in the “good” group. She gently placed a hand on my shoulder. “I know what you want,
Emily, ”she said, “Give yourself a chance to see your group members in a new light. Cooperate
with each other, and your group shares an equal chance of winning an A. ”I was stunned. “Do you
have faith in yourself and your group members? ”She asked. I stood straighter. “Yes, ”I replied. I
couldn't believe it came out of my mouth, but it did.
注意：
(1)续写词数应为100个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
During our first group meeting, I was extremely surprised.
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高一英语试题参考答案
第一部分听力(共20小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分30分)
1—5 CACAB 6—10 ABBCA 11—15 BACBA 16—20 CAABC
第二部分阅读(共20小题；每小题2. 5分, 满分50分)
21—23 ABC 24—27 BDCD 28—31 CCAA 32—35 DBAC 36—40 FEABC
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—45 BCADC 46—50 CDABC 51—55 ADDBC
第二节(共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分)
56. a 57. and 58. which 59. its 60. gradually
61. to 62. turning 63. produced 64. was discovered 65. richness
第四部分写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
参考范文
Dear Jack,
Last week, I participated in an activity “Hands-on efforts for a beautiful campus”. During the
activity, we students can choose whatever time that is convenient to do something to make our
campus more attractive.
I arrived early last Saturday at the school hall, where participants were assigned different tasks. I
was excited to be in a group to maintain the school's garden, weeding the flowerbeds and watering
the plants. With joint efforts, our school took on a refreshingly new look after about two hours.
I felt lucky to have the opportunity to show my appreciation for school. The activity not only
bonded us together but also impressed on us the significance of labor, teamwork, and gratitude.
Best wishes!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节(满分25分)
学科网（北京）股份有限公司During our first group meeting, I was extremely surprised. I discovered that Mike, Julie, and
Cathy were actually really kind and funny. They had unique perspectives on the book we were
reading, and I found myself enjoying our discussions. Slowly, I began to see them in a new light,
beyond the labels that had been placed on them in class. We worked hard on our project, each
bringing our own strengths to the table. Finally, we delivered an impressive presentation. We
ended up receiving an A, just as Mrs. Smith had promised. Through this experience, I learned a
valuable lesson. Mrs. Smith was right— giving ourselves a chance to see others in a new light can
lead to unexpected friendships and successes.
高一听力录音材料
Text 1
W: Hello, sir. What would you like, cappuccino or coffee latte?
M: Neither. I like mocha best.
Text 2
W: I was really impressed. I saw all the dishes in the restaurant were delivered by robots. M: Yeah.
It's like something from a science fiction film.
Text 3
W: I want to take a walk on the snowy campus. Would you like to go with me?
M: Yes, I'd love to, but it's 10 o'clock. I'm afraid I have only half an hour before my next
class begins.
W: It's enough time. Let's go!
Text 4
W: Have you seen the food documentary series A Bite of China?
M: Yes, of course. It was quite a hit.
W: That's true. It is not only a simple introduction to food, but also explores the history,
culture and cuisine of China through the eyes of top chefs and foodies.
Text 5
M: How about going to the park or to the mountains during the coming holiday? W: Well, I love
the seashore. Sailing, swimming, and fishing sound great to me.
Text 6
W: Good morning, Mr. Rich. Have you heard that Tom is going to move? M: What? Are you sure
学科网（北京）股份有限公司about that?
W: Yeah, he's going to move in August. There is two months to go.
M: Where is he going?
W: He's going to Canada to live with his son.
M: What a pity!
W: Why did you say that? It's a good thing for him to live with his son.
M: I know that. But it's a pity for us to lose such a good neighbor. You know, I always
appreciate Tom's company.
W: Me too. But anyway, we hope he lives happily in the future.
Text 7
M: Do you know the hedgehog cafe in Tokyo?
W: No, I've never heard of it. Tell me more about it.
M: In the cafe, there are 30 hedgehogs. Every hedgehog is of a different kind. You can play with
them when you drink coffee there. One hour costs 9 dollars. I spent two
hours in the cafe last time.
W: Do they have other animal cafes there?
M: Yes. They also have cat, rabbit, owl, and snake cafes.
W: Sounds interesting. Why do they run this kind of cafes? For money?
M: Well, it's said to relieve people's pressure.
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M: Wow, Hoffner jumped out of an airplane with a parachute at the age of 104. She completed the
skydiving with a skydiver. But she died a week after the jump. She made her first parachute jump
at the age of 100.
W: I am sorry to hear that. But it is unbelievable! Can you tell me something more?
M: Dorothy Hoffner comes from Chicago, the United States. She is the oldest person to
do it. She said it was a wonderful and pleasant experience for her.
W: Who was the previous world record holder for the oldest skydiver?
M: The record was set in May 2022 by Rut Larsson from Sweden. At the age of 103, she
skydived with a skydiver.
W: Oh, I get excited just thinking about it. Hoffner was brave and curious, and she could be an
inspiration to all of us.
M: Yeah. She also once thought about riding in a hot air balloon. Hoffner's story shows that age is
学科网（北京）股份有限公司not important. We can always have fun and try new things. It is never too
late.
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M: Hey Sue. Have you got time for a little chat? I'd like your advice.
W: Of course. What is it, Mike?
M: Well, do you remember Miguel?
W: Yes. He's a good piano player and fond of studying math, isn't he?
M: That's right. Well, I got a letter from him and he invited me to spend a holiday with his family
this year. They have got a big house on a river, and they've got a boat. You
know how crazy I am about boats.
W: Mike, that's great. What a wonderful chance for you!
M: Yes, but it's not that simple.
W: What's the problem?
M: It's Celia. You see, we've been saving like mad to go on a trip together this year.
W: Ah I see. You don't want to disappoint her, of course.
M: That's right. She'd be so upset. She's been doing all sorts of jobs these days. She is
well worthy of this holiday. It seems so unfair.
W: Look, Mike. Why don't you tell Miguel about the plan you had already made with
Celia? He might even suggest a good way to settle the problem.
M: Hmm. I'll talk to Miguel about it right now.
Text 10
Noah Verin studies environmental science. He was a chef in Sydney, Australia, but in 2020, he
started an unusual business. Verin's company is called Urban Green, and the man grows herbs and
vegetables in a car park in the center of Sydney. Currently, he grows 40 different plants, and he
uses lights and fans to keep the air fresh. Verin wants his business to be carbon neutral by 2026.
He already cut down the energy use by 50%. And now, he is replacing plastic packages with other
materials. He also uses natural medium to grow his plants. Verin delivers his products to local
restaurants, and they are very satisfied with the quality. The plants don't travel from far away, and
they come in the pots and not cut, so they are very fresh.
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