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新蔡一高高一年级下学期 5 月半月考英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）
第一部分 听力（共两节，20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
1．How will the man get to work today?
A．By bus. B．By car. C．On foot.
2．Where is Paul right now?
A．In a hotel. B．In his office. C．At home.
3．When was Tim born?
A．On February 24. B．On February 28. C．On February 29.
4．What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．A romantic movie. B．Some research results. C．The man’s new books.
5．Why can’t the man use his car at the moment?
A．It is insured. B．It is under repair. C．It has been lent out.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分 22.5分）
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6．What is the relationship between the speakers?
A．Neighbors. B．Husband and wife. C．Colleagues.
7．What is the man most worried about?
A．The frequent noise. B．The air pollution. C．The traffic jam.
听下面一段对话，回答第8 至第9题。
8．What position is currently available?
A．A journalist. B．A marketing assistant. C．A salesperson.
9．What is the woman asked to do?
A．Send an e-mail. B．Call another time. C．Bring an application form.
听下面一段对话，回答第10 至第 12题。
10．Where does the woman do most of her paper?
A．At home. B．In the classroom. C．In the library.
11．What does the woman’s paper mainly concern?
A．Australian health care.
B．Australian population in 2033.
C．Australian birth and death rates.
12．What is the woman’s opinion about her paper?
A．Practical. B．Satisfying. C．Time-wasting.
听下面一段对话，回答第13 至第16题。
13．What does the woman say about her French class?
A．She likes the teacher.
B．She hates the loads of work.
C．She finds it really difficult.
14．What can we learn about some of the woman’s classmates?
A．They have already been into town.
B．They haven’t got time to go out.
C．They are going into town later.15．What did the man’s teacher advise him to do?
A．Do some shopping. B．Watch a film. C．Go sightseeing.
16．Why doesn’t the man want to eat in town?
A．His host family will prepare a meal for him.
B．He has no time.
C．He dislikes the food there.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20题。
17．What can the listeners get at the Information Desk?
A．A map. B．A gift. C．A guidebook.
18．How will the listeners get to the Main Exhibition Center?
A．By continuing on up the entrance hallway.
B．By going through the left door of the entrance hall.
C．By going through the right door of the entrance hall.
19．What does the speaker think of the presentation in the 3D Theater?
A．Too long. B．Very interesting. C．Worth watching.
20．What will the speaker probably do next?
A．Meet an artist. B．Introduce a zoo. C．Go to the museum.
第二部分 阅读理解（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）
A
Small regular actions performed over 21 days can create a significant impact in our personal
lives. When these actions are done by groups of people, the impact are even further. That’s why
Kindspring is organized. It is a program which includes various 21-day challenges, such as a
Kindness Challenge, a Mindfulness Challenge, a Gratitude Challenge, an Eco-Footprint Challenge
and so on.
Leading research indicates that we can address social issues by changing the way we view and
interact with the world. We each are part of a whole and everything we do (every thought, word and
deed) affects the whole. Taking on a challenge as a group offers the opportunity to grow as a
community. It’s a great way to build positive habits. It’s a whole lot of fun!
You will find a list of resources describing the drivers behind the experiments of KindSpring.
This includes the latest research within each topic area, from the subjects of the challenges
themselves to the structure of the challenge. It also includes links to beautiful stories that can happen
inside ourselves and in our communities through these practices.
If you only want the basics of why this program works, just check out these links:
• Benefits of Happiness in Organizations
• How Small Changes Lead to Big Shifts
• Science of Generosity
• Kindness Boomerang
And for those who want to take a deeper dive of science of kindness, the following links are
helpful.
• Psychology (心理学) of Kindness in Workplace
• Students Stepping up the Kindness
• Giving is the Best Communication
• Rewire Your Brain To Your Benefit
We hope to see you in a future 21-day challenge.21．What can we learn about Kindspring?
A．It rewards challenge winners. B．It is organized by researchers.
C．It encourages actions in groups. D．It focuses on 4 challenge subjects.
22．What is the benefit of participating in KindSpring?
A．Realizing our own shortcomings.
B．Knowing more about culture shocks.
C．Improving our skills for better job chances.
D．Shaping participants’ positive habits.
23．Where does the passage probably come from?
A．A research journal on psychology.
B．A community project’s website article.
C．A government report on social policies.
D．A newspaper article about recent events.
B
Teri Russo, who provided food, shelter and clothing for people with Down Syndrome(唐氏综
合征), died on April 8. She believed that children with Down Syndrome were often treated badly and
neglected based on what they look like. Ms. Russo devoted her life to disabled, abandoned children.
Her motto was to live life to the fullest with love in your heart and a smile on your face and
remember never to hurt anyone.
Born in Rosebank, Ms. Russo was the eldest child of Dorothy and Louis Russo, who moved to
Grasmere during the early 1950s. Educated at St. John Villa Academy, Ms. Russo then joined the U.
S. Navy and went to California where she worked for children with Down Syndrome as a nurse. It
was at that time that she first met children with Down Syndrome. She tried to convince the parents
that their children had greater possibilities than anyone had ever believed.
In 1972, she started the Down Syndrome Learning Center in Tottenville, but later, because of a
lack of funding, she moved the school to her home. The program included kindergarten and graded
elementary classes, as well as reading classes, a wood shop, day trips and a sleep away camp. She
was a committee member at Community Health Action. Throughout the years, she applied to city
and state officials for better programs for Down Syndrome children. Her goal was to bring healthcare
services to those with disabilities and to educate the public about their abilities. She was named an
Advanced Woman of Achievements of the Year in 1988 for her achievements, support and selfless
devotion.
24．What made children with Down Syndrome neglected according to Teri Russo?
A．Their abilities. B．Their movements.
C．Their languages. D．Their appearances.
25．Where did Ms. Russo first get to know the children with Down Syndrome?
A．In Rosebank. B．In Grasmere. C．In California. D．In Tottenville.
26．What did Ms. Russo need most to run the Down Syndrome Learning Center?
A．Classrooms. B．Money. C．Teachers. D．Facilities.
27．What is the main idea of the text?
A．Teri Russo devoted her life to fighting for disabled children.
B．An energetic nurse tried her best to explore Down Syndrome.
C．Ms. Russo successfully started programs to help disabled students.
D．Kids with Down Syndrome need more attention from their parents.C
The ability to remember and recognize a musical theme does not seem to be affected by age,
unlike many other forms of memory. People with severe Alzheimer’s might not recognize faces, but
can still sing the songs of their childhood, says Sarah Sauvé, a music scientist at the University of
Lincoln.
The effect of age on the ability to recall music has been investigated, but Sauvé was interested
in exploring this effect in a real-world setting such as a concert.
In her study, she tested how well a group of 90 healthy adults aged 18 to 86, were able to
recognize familiar and unfamiliar musical themes at a live concert and another 31 people watched a
recording of the concert in a laboratory. They listened to three pieces: a well-known Mozart piece
and two new ones. One new piece had clear melodies (旋律), while the other was more unusual.
Participants had to recognize a short melody repeated later in each piece.
The melodic piece from Mozart was equally well recognized across all ages and musical
backgrounds, with no loss of recognition as age increased. All participants were less confident in
recognizing the theme in the new melodic piece, and even less confident with the unfamiliar and
unusual piece, but this didn’t change with age either. The study also found no differences between
concert-goers and lab participants.
Steffen Herff, a cognitive (认知) neuroscientist at the University of Sydney, Australia, says the
reason music memory stay strong might have to do with the emotions that music stirs in people,
which helps it stick in our memory. “We know from general memory research that, effectively, the
amygdala — or emotional processing — operates a little bit like an importance stamp,” he says.
The study collected limited data on some participants’ cognitive health, and so did not provide
detailed insights into how neurodegenerative (神经退行性的) diseases affect memory recall. But
Herff says there is great interest in using music as a form of ‘cognitive scaffolding’ — that is, as a
memory aid for other information — in individuals with neurodegenerative conditions.
28．What does Sauvé’s study focus on?
A．The role music plays in recognition tasks.
B．The difference between live and recorded concerts.
C．The ability to recognize unfamiliar musical themes.
D．The impacts of aging on music recognition in real-life situations.
29．What is paragraph 3 mainly about?
A．The design of the study. B．The reflection of the study.
C．The results of Sauvé’s study. D．The background of the study.
30．What role does the amygdala play in memory, according to Steffen Herff?
A．It helps with reasoning. B．It processes musical notes.
C．It identifies emotions in people. D．It acts as a marker of importance.
31．What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A．Music is of no use as a memory aid. B．More data is needed for further study.
C．Music is useful for treating most diseases. D．The data on cognitive health is not
objective.
D
Wearing noise-cancelling headphones ( 降 噪 耳 机 ) to block out distractions has become
increasingly common, especially among young people. However, recent studies suggest that the
widespread use of these headphones has led to a significant rise in hearing issues. Upon further
investigation, it was revealed that the problem is not actually related to the ears but rather resultsfrom the brain.
This condition, known as Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), occurs when the brain has
difficulty in processing sounds or words, distinguishing them from background noise, which makes it
difficult for individuals to engage in conversations in social situations or clearly hear instructions at
work or school. While APD has historically been linked to childhood brain injury, ear infections, or
genetic factors, experts now suggest that the rise in noise-cancelling headphones may be contributing
to the condition.
Although noise-cancelling headphones can be useful in protecting people from loud noises,
experts believe they may untrain the brain’s ability to naturally block out background noise. Claire
Benton from the British Academy of Audiology explained that by blocking everyday sounds like
train noise or traffic, the brain might “forget” how to filter out distractions. It’s similar to relying too
often on a crutch (拐杖) — just as leg muscles weaken from lack of use, constant use of noise-
cancelling headphones may create an artificial environment, where the brain no longer practices
filtering out distractions, making it harder to function naturally.
“Those complex, high-level listening skills in your brain don’t fully develop until your late
teens. If you have only been wearing noise-cancelling headphones during this crucial period, you
may be slightly delaying your ability to process speech and noise,” explained Claire Benton.
“Therefore, using them in moderation and occasionally exposing yourself to natural environments
can help maintain the brain’s auditory processing abilities. The key lies in balance — protecting your
hearing from harmful noises while still giving your brain opportunities to exercise its natural filtering
abilities.”
32．What do recent studies find about noise-cancelling headphones?
A．They are popular among young people.
B．They can lead to serious hearing damage.
C．They are more harmful than regular headphones.
D．They can weaken the brain’s ability to process sound.
33．How do people with APD typically behave?
A．They become intolerant of loud noises.
B．They constantly hear sounds in their ears.
C．They get easily distracted by background noises.
D．They struggle to distinguish sounds in noisy environments.
34．Why does the author mention “crutch” in paragraph 3?
A．To stress the risks of overusing noise-cancelling headphones.
B．To show the necessity of blocking out loud noises in daily life.
C．To state the reasons for inventing noise-cancelling headphones.
D．To explain the working principle of noise-cancelling headphones.
35．What does Claire Benton want to tell us in the last paragraph?
A．High-level listening skills are crucial for personal growth.
B．Noise-cancelling headphones bring long-lasting threat to people.
C．We should avoid relying too much on noise-cancelling headphones.
D．Natural background noise has a negative impact on brain development.
第二节（共5小题, 每小题2. 5分, 共12. 5分）
Do Actions Speak Louder than Words?
Our society is fast paced. We are all rushing from one place to the next, blowing our horn atslow drivers who may be singing songs in the car with their children or pointing out some interesting
sights. We don't have time for that silliness today. But we try to say to ourselves that we will make
time for fun tomorrow. It is time to take a few deep breaths and think about our actions and our
words. 36
Have you ever really thought about the saying “Actions speak louder than words”? Think about
it now. If you say one thing and act in an opposite way, will the words be ignored and just the actions
remembered? I don’t think so. 37 It is also equally important to use words to show
appreciation, love, approval and happiness and then follow those words with a hug, pat on the back
or smile.
38 What about that saying? True? Yes! Words carry a lot of weight and will be
remembered for years especially when they are written down. Mean words can hurt for that moment
and for a lifetime. I am sure that each of us remembers a time when a friend made an unkind
comment. 39 Let’s not be a member of that “club”. When was the last time that you hid a
love note in a lunch box or in your mate’s coat pocket? If you want to see a bright smile, that will do
it! The power of this written note will be remembered for many days, even years.
“I can live for two months on a good compliment(夸奖)”, said Mark Twain. Children grow
stronger when they feel appreciated and understood. 40 A perfect way to turn a bad day
around is to praise your child. “I noticed that your hair looked very nice today.” “Did you hang your
coat up all by yourself?” It is amazing how those few words can change a child's outlook... almost
immediately. Don’t stop there... One of my sisters ended a phone conversation with three words
－“I love you”! Boy, that put a spring in my step! Mark Twain is right. I still feel the positive effect
of those three little but very powerful words.
A．The pen is more powerful than the sword.
B．Is it really reasonable to do something like that?
C．Do they display the attitude that we want to convey?
D．It is important to have your words match your actions.
E．Behavior is a mirror in which everyone shows his image.
F．Those words did lasting damage to you, the relationship or both.
G．Don’t be afraid to shower your child with encouraging words all day long.
第三部分 语言运用（共二节, 满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分, 共15分）
Seven-year-old Everett Wright with autism (自闭症) fell in love with Star Wars Kraft Dinner, a
noodle product of Kraft Heinz Canada. Like many children with autism, Everett also 41 with
smell and taste of many foods. So his parents were excited when he 42 a love for Star Wars Kraft
Dinner. His father Reed Wright said “It was 43 . I haven’t seen him interested in a new 44
for a long time.”
But soon after 45 all the boxes they could find, the family still needed more. Reed found
it 46 to find any Star Wars Kraft Dinner at local stores. So he 47 a post on Facebook, asking
for help tracking down Star Wars Kraft Dinner. The 48 spread quickly online. Thousands shared
Reed’s post on social media and 49 to help. Star Wars Kraft Dinner 50 from across North
America. Kraft Heinz Canada 51 144 boxes to the Wrights and even asked Everett to select the
new shape for the company’s noodles.
Reed had to ask people to stop with their 52 after just a few days, because the 53
was far greater than he could have imagined. He said, “Till now, we have received over 800 boxes.
We are 54 for all that they have done. Everett is 55 thank-you cards for every donor.” He
added that the outpouring has taught his four kids a lesson: “There is good in the world.”41．A．struggled B．finished C．lived D．competed
42．A．needed B．begged C．developed D．required
43．A．confusing B．unbelievable C．unacceptable D．embarrassing
44．A．food B．toy C．friend D．restaurant
45．A．borrowing B．donating C．eating D．buying
46．A．unnecessaryB．impossible C．inconvenient D．meaningless
47．A．noticed B．issued C．spread D．received
48．A．request B．trouble C．order D．secret
49．A．volunteeredB．agreed C．preferred D．hesitated
50．A．took over B．stood out C．flooded in D．showed off
51．A．sold B．left C．lent D．delivered
52．A．posts B．calls C．offers D．services
53．A．response B．event C．challenge D．satisfaction
54．A．anxious B．grateful C．responsible D．concerned
55．A．sharing B．folding C．signing D．printing
第二节 （共10小题；每小题1. 5分, 满分15分）
In most people’s eyes the pit (果核) of a fruit is a waste, but in the hands of a miniaturist (微雕
师), this tiny nut can 56 (turn) from waste into wonder. As both a time-honored and young
art, nut carving began to appear as a national cultural heritage in 2008. Dating back to Song Dynasty
(960-1279), the complicated process is like playing ballet on the pit, 57 the main tools being
file, chisel and drill. Small as it is, it has different styles, 58 (vary) significantly from
northern to southern regions.
The northern style is mainly practiced in Shandong Province where nut carving is often done
on peach pits, the surface layer of 59 is rich in fold texture (纹理) skillfully employed by the
miniaturist 60 (carve) vivid three-dimensional shapes.
The southern style particularly finds its 61 (popular) in Jiangsu Province. When
examining Suzhou nut carving 62 (specific); artists tend to select olive pits with thick outer
walls and smooth surfaces, allowing for the achievement of fine carvings.
Nut carving is young as it has only been trendy for about 20 years, featuring a shift from
handicrafts to 63 (fashion) items. Modern aesthetics(审美), 64 (combine) with
scientific and technological means, make nut carving works more up-to-date and push the craft to
65 new height.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假设你是李华，最近你校就“周末双休对高中生的影响”展开了讨论。请你根据以下要点，
给校报写一篇英文稿件。内容包括：
1. 阐述周末双休带来的积极影响；
2. 谈谈可能存在的消极影响；
3. 提出你对合理利用周末双休的建议。
注意：1. 写作词数应为100左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Editor,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
A few weeks before our summer holidays, news came that our school would organize a trip to
the amazing countryside of Scotland. What attracted me most was that we would be hiking and
camping in the beautiful mountains. As a nature lover, I couldn’t pass up this opportunity.
With two weeks of preparation time, the excitement of going on this journey with my friends
increased day by day. We came together to discuss what to pack, exchanging ideas and
recommendations. However, in the middle of the excitement, a bit of nervousness came in. It would
be my first time traveling without my family by my side. The unknown that awaited me also made
me a little worried. Still, the support of my friends made me believe that this journey would be an
unforgettable one.
The day of the journey finally arrived. With the teachers coming along, we boarded the train. To
our pleasure, my friend and I managed to get window seats. As the train traveled, we admired the
passing landscapes. We also chatted happily, exchanging stories and expecting the adventures that
lay ahead.
Upon arriving, I took a deep breath and smiled widely. We took a bus to a tourist village. When
we came together at the meeting point, the teachers gave us some guidelines. We were scheduled to
visit a local farm the next day and go camping on the third day. After having a quick but nice dinner,
we spent a night in the tourist village.
After breakfast, we headed to the local farm. Endless meadows (草地) spread out before us, with
colorful wildflowers moving in the light wind. A clear river flowed through the landscape, making
peaceful sounds. We watched some green farming practices and joined some fun farm games. At the
end of the day, we all felt it was a special and eye-opening experience. The next day, we set off as
planned with camping equipment, aiming to climb to the top of a mountain nearby.
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。
Paragraph 1:
At first, the fresh experience made everyone excited.
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Paragraph 2:
We realized we had to set up the tent first, as the weather suddenly turned bad.
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___________________________新蔡一高高一年级下学期5月半月考英语试题答案
听力
1-5：BBBCC 6-10：ABBAC 11-15：BBAAC 16-20：ACACB
阅读理解
21-23：CDB 24-27：DCBA 28-31：DADB 32-35：DDAC
36-40：CDAFG
完型填空
41-45：ACBAD 46-50：BBAAC 51-55：DCABC
语法填空
56．be turned 57．with 58．varying 59．which 60．to carve 61．popularity
62．specifically 63．fashionable 64．combined 65．a
写作
第一节
Dear Editor,
Recently our school has discussed the impact of the two-day weekend on high school students.
There are both positive and negative aspects.
The positive side is that it gives students time to relax and relieve stress, which helps improve
their learning efficiency. It also allows them to develop hobbies and interests. However, some
students may over-relax and waste time.
To make good use of the weekend, students can make a plan in advance, setting aside time for
study and rest, and also for doing some meaningful activities like reading or exercising.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
第二节
Paragraph 1: At first, the fresh experience made everyone excited. However, the hiking path
became more and more difficult. Rocks and plants spread here and there, making each step a careful
consideration. We felt more and more tired as we climbed, but we encouraged each other to move on.
And our teachers introduced us to much funny knowledge of local plants along the way, adding some
enjoyment to the trip. After a lot of effort, we finally made it to the top. Admiring the greatness and
strength of nature, we were filled with a sense of satisfaction.
Paragraph 2: We realized we had to set up the tent first, as the weather suddenly turned bad.
Dark clouds gathered quickly and clearly a storm was coming. Anxiously, we started to work with
the camping equipment together. Setting up a tent was not as easy as we thought. After several failedattempts, we finally managed to set up the tent. Inside the tent, while listening to the sound of the
rain, we talked about the special trip in a relaxed way. We exchanged interesting discoveries along
the trip. The journey turned out to be an educational and unforgettable experience, testing our
courage, patience and teamwork.
听力材料
1．B
【原文】M: Would you like a lift to the bus stop?
W: No, thanks, it’s only five minutes walk there. By the way, why are you driving to work today?
M: Oh, I overslept. I’ll be late if I take a bus.
2．B
【原文】M: Hello, Susan. This is Mike at the grand hotel. Is Paul at home?
W: No, Mike, he is still working. He’ll be home for dinner.
3．B
【原文】M: Are you going to Tim’s party on Saturday?
W: Yes, it must be strange being born on 29th, February. Have you only has a birthday every four
years?
M: No, actually his birthday is on Friday.
4．C
【原文】W: Mr. Brown, your new book is quite unlike your previous works.
M: Yes, I’m known for crime thrillers, but I couldn’t get the idea of this historical romance out of my
mind. I did a lot of research to finish the book.
5．C
【原文】W: Have you sorted your car out?
M: Yes, though it’s costing me a fortune to get it repaired and it cost about 50% more to get it
insured.
W: Ha, but you’re back on the road, right?
M: Not quite. My son’s borrowed it to go on a trip, so I’m using my bike to get around.
6．A 7．B
【原文】W: Sorry to bother you. I’m cooking, but I’ve got no salt at home. So I’m coming to askif...
M: Of course, wait a minute, here you are.
W: Thank you. What are you doing there? Writing a new novel?
M: No, I’m writing a letter to the government. You know, they are discussing a plan to build an
airport here.
W: Yeah, I’m also worried about that. The noise, the traffic jams.
M: I’m not that worried about that. You know, we’ve got double windows in our rooms and we don’t
drive. But the air here is already officially listed as poor quality. And it’ll get worse if the plan goes
ahead.
8．B 9．A
【原文】W: Hello, this is Joan Anderson. I’m calling about the job you advertised in the local
newspaper for a sales position at your computer store.
M: I’m sorry but that position has been filled. However, we do have an opening for a marketing
assistant position.
W: That sounds great. What sort of person are you looking for?
M: No previous experience is necessary. If you are hired, we’ll give you special job training for two
weeks, if you’re interested, you can send us your application by email. We will give you a call after
we review your application.
10．C 11．B 12．B
【原文】M: Hello Janet, it is the fourth time I’ve seen you in the library this week. What are you
busy with?
W: I’m here all the week round doing my paper. It’s quiet here so I don’t do much at home or in the
classroom and it is nearly completed.
M: Let me have a look at it. Well in what way do you think the Australian population will change in
2033?
W: Well, the major reason for population change is the change in birth and death rates. Over the past
150 years, the improvement on Australian health care has led to a drop in the death rates. So I think
in the year of 2033 the population in Australia will increase.
M: That makes sense. I know you must have done a lot of work on it.
W: Absolutely, I am sure it is a perfect paper.13．A 14．A 15．C 16．A
【原文】M: Hi Lydia, how was your French class?
W: I enjoy it. It is not difficult and Francois the teacher is really nice and friendly. What about you,
Eric? You’re in the exam class, aren’t you?
M: Yes, it is good. There’s a lot of work but I think I’m really enjoying it. Anyway, we are going to
see what this city centre like, aren’t we?
W: Yeah, some of the people in my class went into town last night and had a great time. What would
you like to do?
M: We could walk around for a while or do some window shopping. The teacher told me there are
some local sites and we can go to see. Also, I wouldn’t mind seeing a film later in the evening if
you’d like to. My host family are cooking and I don’t think I’ll be hungry for a meal then, so I don’t
want to eat in town.
W: Let’s just see how we feel when we get there. Shall I meet you after school?
M: Well, I need to go back to my host family first. I’ll give you a call on the afternoon.
W: Okay.
17．C 18．A 19．C 20．B
【原文】
W: Well, we certainly have a busy day ahead of us, so let’s get started, shall we? You’ll find a
map of the museum with the papers I’ve just handed out. The museum is our first port of call, so let’s
have a look at the map now. The door on the right of the entrance hall leads into the gift shop and
ticket center. If you want to pick up a guidebook, you can approach the information desk on the
right-hand side. Now once you come back into the entrance hall, the door on the opposite side to the
gift shop leads into the art gallery. There is a special exhibition there at the moment which is not to
be missed. If you continue on up the entrance hallway that leads into the Main Exhibition Centre at
the back left hand side, there are some toilets. Beside the toilets you’ll find the 3D theatre. I strongly
recommend that you make time for the thirty-minute presentation in the theater. It is well worth a
viewing. Running along the right hand side of the main exhibition center is the modern art studio.
Here, not only can you view some of the most famous works of the twentieth century, but you can
also listen to an interesting lecture by a local artist. So that’s the art museum. Next on the schedule is
the zoo. It’s not what I’d call a highlight of the day, but it would be a shame if we didn’t get to see it.
