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晋江市侨声中学 南安市侨光中学 2025 秋季高一年质量监测联考二
英 语 试 卷
（考试时间：120 分钟 满分：150 分 ）
注意事项：
1．本试卷共有四个部分。答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2．作答时，将答案写在答题卡上。在试卷上作答，答案无效。
第一部分 听力 （共两节, 满分30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳
选项。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 is Emma going to do tomorrow?
A. Publish her new book. B. Enter a writing competition.
C. Host a book signing event.
2. Where will the woman probably go next?
A. To the library. B. To the classroom. C. To Mr. Norton’s office.
3. What is the main topic of the conversation?
A. A kind of tea. B. The man’s hometown. C. The woman’s health.
4. Who does the girl want to make friends with?
A. Emily. B. Daniel. C. Mario.
5. What happened to the man?
A. He lost his job. B. He got the bills wrong. C. He made a mistake at work.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C三个选
项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5秒钟；听完
后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What will the man drink?
A. Coke. B. Juice. C. Soda water.
7. What does the woman suggest the man order?
A. A garden salad. B. A dish of potatoes. C. A dish of chicken.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. How does the woman deal with stress?
A. By playing the guitar. B. By doing yoga. C. By painting pictures.9. Whose book does the woman recommend first?
A. Matt Haig’s. B. James Dashner’s. C. Rick Riordan’s.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. What does the woman remind the man to bring?
A. Snacks. B. Bottled water. C. Warm clothes.
11. Why will the speakers climb Mount Tai around midnight?
A. To see the next day’s sunrise. B. To admire the night sky.
C. To avoid the crowds.
12. How does the man feel about climbing Mount Tai around midnight?
A. Excited. B. Worried. C. Calm.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. When did Morris become interested in tennis?
A. When he was in primary school. B. When he was in high school.
C. When he was in college.
14. What was the turning point for Morris to aim for a career in tennis?
A. Joining the high school tennis club. B. Receiving a tennis scholarship.
C. Winning a school tennis match.
15. What quality does Morris think matters most to a good tennis player?
A. Being determined. B. Being positive. C.Being hard-working.
16. What will Morris talk about next?
A. His training routine. B. His coach. C. His plan for the next season.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. How did Burus’ sister encourage Burus to come to China?
A. By teaching Burus Chinese in person.
B. By sending Burus traditional Chinese food.
C. By showing Burus pictures of her life in China.
18. What did Burus notice both Chinese culture and Türkish culture value?
A. Family gatherings during important holidays.
B. Traditions of creating a lively holiday mood.
C. The development of lifelong friendships.
19. Where does Burus study?
A. At Xiamen University.
B. At Tianjin University.
C. At Tianjin University of Technology.
20. What did Burus do on her birthday in 2024?
A. She enjoyed Tianjin street food alone.
B. She stayed with her family in Türkiye.
C. She made zongzi with her classmates.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）
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上
将该项涂黑。
A
Online book clubs have sprung up, breaking down physical barriers to bringing like-minded
book lovers into your living room. The following clubs are for you to join in 2023.
Reese’s Book Club
Actress Reese Witherspoon has been recommending her favorite books since 2017. She picks a
book with a woman at the center of the story every month. There’s no cost to join, which is definitely
SOMETHING. What’s more, Reese’s international reputation has authors flooding into her feed to
talk about books and answer your burning questions. Do note applicants must be unpublished,
including self-publishing.
Oprah’s Book Club
Oprah’s first book club was launched nearly thirty years ago, and her picks have shot to the top
of bestseller lists. On her book club’s website, you’ll find videos of Oprah introducing the month’s
book and sitting down with the author for an in-depth interview. You can also join the conversation
on Goodreads.
Book of the Month
Book of the Month, dating back to the 1920s, is about finding the best new reads. Each month
some lovely people with great taste search through hundreds of new releases to find the five best
books hitting the shelves. For $14.99 ($9.99 for your first book), you can have your favorite
delivered to your door.
Andrew Luck Book Club
Quarterback by day and book lover by night, football player Andrew Luck founded his book
club in 2016. The Andrew Luck Book Club features books hand selected by Luck each month. While
it’s open to readers of all ages and levels, Luck does provide different reading options for club
members.
21．What do members of Reese’s Book Club have chance to do?
A．Get free books. B．Publish their works.
C．Talk to authors. D．Meet Reese in person.
22．Which book club was founded earliest?A．Book of the Month. B．Reese’s Book Club.
C．Oprah’s Book Club. D．Andrew Luck Book Club.
23．What do the four book clubs have in common?
A．They are founded by celebrities.
B．They are targeted at female readers.
C．They recommend books monthly.
D．They deliver books to their members.
B
Peter loves baseball. Last summer, he helped to coach a school baseball team. When he first
watched the team of 12-year-olds play baseball, his first impressions were not really positive.
Some players often left as soon as they started losing. Other players paid too much attention to
all their mistakes during the game or preferred to dig up the grass when they weren’t in the play. A
lot of boys threw their baseball bats when they lost the catch.
While their baseball skills improved over time with more practice, there were still problems. The
team had a long way to go. For example, some boys were hard on those who made mistakes. Instead
of being supportive or encouraging, they blamed (责怪) each other.
Peter started one-on-one talks with each player to discuss things that he had noticed. Some were
about skills like holding the bat up higher or opening their eyes when they were making a catch. But
most were about staying positive and supporting each other.
Things began to change slowly. The boys began to take the duties for their play instead of
blaming others for mistakes. They stayed positive even when losing. The team culture was
improving.
Players began encouraging each other, high-fiving and supporting teammates. Peter was
especially pleased to see some of the boys taking leadership roles and having their own one-on-one
talks with their teammates.
Peter didn’t think he made huge progress in teaching the boys how to throw, catch or hit better,
but he was pleased that their conversations around the character led to something positive. Although
the team still lost games, their character became stronger. Next season, their character will be tested
again.
24．Which is one of the negative behaviors the players showed when Peter first watched them?
A．They gave up when they started losing.
B．They refused to practice baseball skills.
C．They paid no attention to their teammates.D．They argued with the coach during games.
25．What was the main focus of Peter’s one-on-one talks with the players?
A．Improving baseball techniques.
B．Keeping a positive attitude.
C．Blaming players for their mistakes.
D．Making plans to win more games.
26．How did the players themselves help improve the team culture?
A．By studying other teams’ game videos.
B．By practicing baseball skills every night.
C．By encouraging and supporting each other.
D．By asking Peter to punish players who played poorly.
27．What can be the best title for the text?
A．Team Success: Improved Baseball Skills
B．The Real Progress: Stronger Character
C．Team Culture: Ending Teammate Blame
D．Player Growth: Taking Leadership Roles
C
ChatGPT is an AI chatbot (智能聊天程序) from OpenAI, an AI technology company In San
Francisco. It can produce any kind of writing as required. Many schools are afraid that ChatGPT
could result in dishonesty and harm learning. So the tool, called AI Text Classifier from the same
maker, is invented. Its task is to decide whether the writing was produced by students or by AI
programs.
OpenAI warns that its new tool—like others already in use—is not perfect. The method for
detecting AI-written writing “will be wrong sometimes,” said Jan Leike of OpenAI. “Because of
that,” he added, “it shouldn’t be only relied upon when making decisions.”
Teenagers and college students were among the millions of people who began experimenting
with ChatGPT after it was put into use on November 30. The tool is a free service on OpenAI’s
website. Many people have found ways to use it creatively and harmlessly. Still, some teachers are
worried that it could be used to cheat.
So far public schools in some cities, such as New York City and Los Angeles, began to block (阻
止) its use in classrooms and on school computers. Public schools in Seattle blocked ChatGPT on all
school computers but then opened it to teachers. One spokesman Tim Robinson said teachers wanted
to use ChatGPT as a teaching tool. “We can’t afford to ignore (忽视) it,” Robinson said. Studentscould also use the service as a “personal teacher” or to help create ideas when doing homework,
Robinson said.
OpenAI talked about its new tool on a blog recently. But the company added that the tool could
help to find some mistakes in writing as well as catch cheating. The longer a piece of writing is, the
better the tool is at deciding whether an AI system or a human wrote something.
28. Who are more likely to use AI Text Classifier?
A. Students. B. Teachers. C. Parents. D. Writers.
29. What is Leike’s attitude towards AI Text Classifier?
A. Positive. B. Unconcerned C. Cautious D. Satisfied
30. Why are some teachers worried about ChatGPT?
A. It costs the users a lot of money.
B. It often makes wrong decisions.
C. They can’t use it as a teaching tool.
D. Students will take advantage of it to cheat.
31. What can we learn from the example of ChatGPT?
A. Every coin has its two sides. B. Rome was not built in one day.
C. A good beginning is half done. D. A bit is better than nothing.
D
Many teachers believe frequent quizzes (小测验) help students better grasp classroom material.
Crede, an associate professor of psychology, was skeptical that something as simple as a quiz could
positively affect students’ academic performance. He decided to dig deeper and conduct an analytic
study of existing research to see if there was any proof to the idea. What he discovered truly
surprised him.
Crede analyzed data from previously published studies that examined 52 classes with almost
8,000 students, primarily college-level courses, to determine if frequent quizzes improved the
students’ academic performance. Laboratory settings were kept out of the study because Crede
wanted to observe whether similar studies from labs would apply to general classrooms.
Crede discovered that when students are quizzed over class material at least once a week they
tend to perform better on midterm and final exams compared to students who did not take quizzes.
He also found that students who took frequent quizzes were less likely to fail the class, especially if
they were struggling with the course content. Students who struggle the most in a class seem to
benefit the greatest from frequent quizzes. The other surprising thing was how much quizzes helped
reduce failure rates in classes. The chances of passing a class went through the roof whereinstructors used this. In addition to quiz frequency, another factor that seemed to positively affect
students’ performance was immediate feedback from instructors. Also, quizzes that required students
to answer with written responses proved more beneficial to their understanding of class material
compared to multiple-choice questions.
Asking teachers to grade written quizzes daily or weekly may discourage some from carrying
them out in their classes. Instead, it is recommended that instructors give online quizzes that can be
automatically graded by a course management system. Quiz attributes (属性) proved insignificant in
the study, including whether the tests were pop quizzes or planned, or if they were online or on
paper.
32. What did Crede do to ensure his study’s accuracy?
A. He focused on what happened in classrooms.
B. He researched as many students as he could.
C. He made laboratory settings as real as possible.
D. He gave easy quizzes to make every student do well.
33. What does the underlined words “went through the roof” mean in paragraph3?
A. rose B. appeared C. faded D. lost
34. What did Crede discover in his study?
A. Frequent quizzes could remove students’ failure in classes.
B. Instructors’ feedback was more important than frequent quizzes.
C. Frequent quizzes were especially useful to the struggling students.
D. Multiple-choice questions shouldn’t be included in frequent quizzes.
35. What may be a disadvantage of frequent quizzes for teachers?
A. Accessing the Internet less frequently.
B. Having too many exam papers to mark.
C. Being unable to get appropriate test materials.
D. Finding it hard to choose the right type of quiz.
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。
With so many gyms around, finding a satisfying one can be a tough search. 36 The
ideal gym needs equipment and classes that you’ll consistently use to make it a worthwhile
investment. To help make this process a bit easier to navigate, here’s a guide for you.
37One of the first things you’ll notice is the overall atmosphere of the space. Is it friendly with the
front desk welcoming you in? Is the space open to fitness enthusiasts of all ability and training
levels? These are the things to get a sense of, because you’ll want one that is accepting of you
whether or not you are a fitness expert.
Fitness Starts with Cleanliness and Maintenance.
The cleanliness and maintenance of a gym is the most important aspect to look for in the venue.
This includes all areas of the gym. Are machines and weight-lifting equipment cleaned down after
each use, at least once a day? 3 8 A gym that prioritizes cleanliness is more likely to be
concerned about the overall health of its members.
Budget-Friendly Membership matters.
Looking for gym membership deals that fit your budget is crucial. Some of the best deals available
on gyms may come with the condition that you have to sign up for a minimum number of months or
attend a specific number of classes, but these may also come at a promotional price. 39
A good gym is a place with a culture that fits who you are. 40 Remember, it’s just a matter
of trial and error to find the right fit.
A．Keep an eye out for them.
B．Variety fuels fitness progress.
C．Gym atmosphere affects motivation.
D．It also helps you both emotionally and physically.
E．It’s not just about finding a gym that is affordable.
F．Does it feel like a place where you won’t be accepted?
G．Is the locker room area clean and feels like you’re at home?
第三部分 英语知识运用（共四节, 满分45分）
第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分, 满分20分）
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中,选出可以填空白处的最
佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Only someone who has competed in a sports event knows what it's like. It's in those kinds of 41
that you find you feel courage and, 42 , you feel fear. What left me the deepest impression was
my last Horse-riding Championship in Brazil three years ago.
The person 43 for setting the hurdles sequence is the best in my country and well-known
internationally, which meant I would face many possible 44 .
What made the competition 45 was that it happened in the coldest Brazilian winter, when a
horse becomes more 46 and excited than in hot weather. What I had to face was 47 differentfrom the one I was used to.
48 stressed and also proud. I woke up that morning. As the time of my ride was arriving, I had
49 feelings: "fear, courage"; "stress, pride"; "worry, 50 "; "upset, honour. I 51 myself and my
horse for our ride. Suddenly, a(n) 52 happened almost in front of me. A girl from another state
fell and 53 herself and the horse in the fall. I was scared at that 54 and thought hopelessly that
my goal was never 55 .
My coach was helping the injured girl. 56 enough, a friend of mine, who is also professional,
realized that I was worried, and came to 57 with me like my coach about how I could 58 this
kind of accident.
I don't really remember what exactly happened 59 the competition. I just remember how I
controlled the situation and how I loved it. The moment my ride was completed, all my friends were
60 me on my perfect performance.
41. A. events B. schedules C. lifestyles D. tracks
42. A. thus B. meanwhile C. so D. however
43. A. eager B. suitable C. particular D. responsible
44. A. occasions B. customs C. responses D. challenges
45. A. previous B. extra C. special D. specific
46. A. amazed B. dynamic C. muddy D. capable
47. A. completely B. regularly C. immediately D. originally
48. A. Feeling B. Intending C. Looking D. Turning
49. A. tough B. formal C. various D. joyful
50. A. confidence B. tension C. convenience D.disappointment
51. A. removed B. prepared C. contacted D. flashed
52. A. laughter B. accident C. gathering D. replacement
53. A. injured B. dragged C. suffered D. defended
54. A. weekend B. year C. moment D. while
55. A. changeable B. unstable C. believable D. achievable
56. A. Besides B. Unfortunately C. Therefore D. Fortunately
57. A. cycle B. crash C. chat D. summarize
58. A. feature B. remind C. avoid D. prohibit
59.A. after B. before C．onto D．throughout
60.A.packing B．congratulating C．defeating D．inspiring
第二节 单句选词填空 (共5题，每小题2分，满分10分）
根据下列句子语境从所给词块中选择合适的词块填空，所给词块中有两个多余。注意：
请在答题卡把每小题所选词块的相应序号涂黑，在横线上直接写出该词块不得分。
A. warm up B. gathered around C. take advantage of D. get ready for
E. be capable of F. sweeping away G. paid off61.Learning that his hard work finally___________ , he was wild with joy.
62.You should ___________ a little bit before running to avoid injury.
63.Every children are believed to ___________contributing to some necessary tasks.
64.The foreign teacher is helping him ___________ the English competition.
65.Before Spring Festival, people will have their houses cleaned, ___________the dirt of the past
year.
第三节 语法填空（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。
Chinese tea culture is divided into four parts that show the origin (起源) of it, the philosophy (哲
学) behind it, the 66 (connect) with other cultures and its modern development.
The origin is often connected with the story of Shennong 67 is said to have
discovered the medicinal use of tea leaves in ancient times.
68 (drink) tea includes more than just preparation and beautiful tea set, and also
shows the philosophy of how the Chinese get along with the outside world. The ancient Chinese used
the word chadao, the way of tea 69 (honor) their dream of living an honorable life, as well
as of keeping a good relationship with nature and the world.
In history, many emperors were tea addicts. Over ten tea houses 70 (build) in Beijing by
Emperor Qianlong, a die-hard tea lover. The tea house is 71 mix of
different cultures. It also shows the openness and tolerance (包容) of 72 (high)
civilized Chinese culture. As for tea culture, we can see the development of Chinese culture is 73
(color) and tolerant.
Apart from the tea sets and paintings, tens of tea bricks of different sizes and shapes 74
(make) in different places during the Qing Dynasty are on show. People can sit in a modern tea
house, examine different kinds of leaves 75 finally, have a cup.
第四部分 读后续写（满分25分）
Friendship is truly a great thing, and I have a friendship with my dear friend Lily that means a
lot to me.
I met Lily in high school. We were in the same class. Because we both liked music and art, we
quickly became friends. We spent a lot of time together, having fun and talking about all kinds of
things. Her laughter sounded so nice to my ears, and her smile could brighten up any place. Wewould walk home arm in arm after school, sharing our secrets and hopes.
One day, there was a big misunderstanding between us. Someone spread a rumor (谣言) that I
shared Lily’s secrets with others. Hearing this, Lily believed it right away, without giving me any
chance to explain. I was very sad and I felt like my heart had been taken away. I was so sad that I
didn’t even have the strength to get out of bed. I didn’t know what to do or where to go. I tried to tell
her it wasn’t true, but she wouldn’t listen.
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。
The misunderstanding between us got bigger and bigger.
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_________ A few days later, I received a letter of reply from Lily.
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_____________________1—5 CAABA 6—10 BCBAC 11—15 ABACB 16—20 CCABC
第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
21．C 22．A 23．C 24．A 25．B 26．C 27．B 28. B 29. C 30. D
31. A 32. A 33. A 34. C 35. B 36．E 37．C 38．G 39．A 40．
F
第二部分 语言运用（共三节，满分45分）
第一节 完形填空（共20小题，满分20分）
【答案】41. A 42. B 43. D 44. D 45. C 46. B 47. A
48. A 49. C 50. A 51. B 52. B 53. A 54. C 55. D 56. D 57. C
58. C 59. D 60. B
第二节单句选词填空（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）
61-65 G A E D F
第三节语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
66. connections 67. who 68. Drinking 69. to honor 70. were built
71. a 72. highly 73. colorful 74. made 75. and
第四部分 读后续写
The misunderstanding between us got bigger and bigger. I felt lonely and helpless, as if I had lost my
best friend forever. Days passed, and I couldn’t concentrate on my studies or enjoy anything I used to
love. I even started to avoid seeing her in the hallways, afraid of the awkward silence between us.
Finally, I decided to write a heartfelt letter to Lily, explaining everything and expressing my true
feelings. I poured out my soul, hoping she would understand that the rumor was just a
misunderstanding.
A few days later, I received a letter of reply from Lily. To my relief, she apologized for not believing
in me and said she had realized the truth after thinking it over. She admitted that she should have
given me a chance to explain before jumping to conclusions. We met up and hugged each other
tightly, with tears of joy in our eyes. Our friendship was stronger than ever, and we promised to
never let a rumor come between us again.
听力原文：Text 1 新书签售会
W: Do you know Emma published her new book last month?
M: Yes. She will hold a book signing event tomorrow. And she has been invited to judge a writing competition
next month.
Text 2 向同学请教
M: Caroline, do you have a moment? I still don’t understand the math problem Mr. Norton explained.
W: Well, I can help you, but I have to return these books first. I don’t want to pay late fees.
M: Alright.
Text 3 武夷岩茶
M: Hey, Elsa. I brought you some tea from my hometown. I hope you’ll love it.
W: Oh, thank you. What kind of tea is it?
M: It’s Wuyi Rock Tea, a kind of oolong tea. It’s good for your health.
W: I can’t wait to try it.
Text 4 新朋友
M: I’m glad I made two friends, Emily and Mario, on the first day of high school.
W: Sounds good. I’ll try to chat with my new deskmate Daniel tomorrow. I hope it could be the start of a
good relationship.
Text 5 失业
W: You don’t look well. What’s going on?
M: I’m out of work due to the failure of the company. I don’t know how I can make money to pay the bills.
W: I’m sorry to hear that. Have you been looking for another job?
Text 6 点餐
W: Hello, sir. What would you like to drink? We have soda water, juice and Coke.
M: ⑥I’ll have a cup of juice, please.
W: ⑥Alright. What would you like to order for your main dish?
M: I’m not sure. ⑦Could you recommend something special?
W: ⑦Our chef’s special is Coq au Vin, a dish of chicken cooked in red wine. It’s very popular.
M: Sounds delicious. I’ll try that. And I’d like a serving of garlic mashed potatoes and a garden salad.
Text 7 兴趣爱好
M: I’ve got a few new hobbies recently, such as playing the guitar and painting. How about you?
W: ⑧I’ve been busy with my work and under a lot of pressure. My colleague suggested I try yoga. It’s been
really helpful. Besides, I’ve also been reading a lot more.
M: I’m getting back into reading. ⑨Could you please recommend some good books?
W: ⑨I’d recommend The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. It made me think deeply about life choices.
M: That sounds interesting! Anything else?
W: Percy Jackson and the Olympians by Rick Riordan and The Maze Runner by James Dashner are great, too.Text 8 夜爬泰山
W: Hey, Steven, I’m so excited about climbing Mount Tai tonight! Have you packed your stuff?
M: Well, I’ve got some snacks and bottled water.
⑪⑫
W: ⑩Oh, you’d better bring some warm clothes. It’ll get cold at night.
M: That’s a timely reminder to me. By the way, how long does it usually take to reach the top?
W: It depends, about 6 hours, I guess. We’ll start around midnight so we can catch the next day’s
sunrise at the top.
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M: Midnight? That’s late! What if we get lost?
W: Don’t worry. The path is well-marked, and there are plenty of people climbing at night. We can take breaks
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along the way and even enjoy the stars.
M: Honestly, I’m nervous about hiking at night. You know, I’ve never done anything like this before.
W: I get it, but trust me, watching the sun rise from above the clouds is unforgettable.
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Text 9 采访一位网球运动员
W: Hello, everyone! Today, we have a special guest with us—a great tennis player. Welcome Morris Potter!
M: Thank you so much for having me! I’m excited to be here.
W: We’re excited to have you, too, Morris. I’m curious about how you first got interested in tennis.
M: Well, when I was a primary school student, my parents often took me to the local tennis center. I was
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gradually attracted by the sport.
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W: Then what inspired you to work as a tennis player?
M: I joined my high school tennis team, and in my second year, I won first place in a school match. It
became the turning point that inspired me to be a professional tennis player. My parents also encouraged
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me to pursue it further.
W: That’s a great story! What qualities do you think a good tennis player should have?
M: A good tennis player should be determined, hard-working, and most importantly, positive even when
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things are tough.
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W: Can you tell us a bit about your training routine?
M: I usually start my day with a morning workout. After that, I spend several hours practicing on the court, and I
often discuss strategies with my coach.
W: What’s your plan for the next season? Any major competitions or goals you’re focusing on?
M: Absolutely! I’m preparing for…
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Text 10 体验中华文化
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M: Nursena Burus, a 19-year-old from Türkiye, has developed a taste for Chinese culture thanks to its cuisine and
her travels around the country.
Burus’ sister, who studied at China’s Xiamen University, encouraged Burus to come and explore
China. “My friends thought learning Chinese was too difficult, but my sister showed me pictures of her
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life in China—her friends, festivals and food,” Burus said. “I saw it as more than just a place to study. Itlooked more like an adventure.”
Burus arrived in China in February 2024, right before the Chinese New Year, and quickly experienced the
lively festive atmosphere. “Everywhere I went, the streets were filled with red. It was a new experience for
me,” she said.
After settling into Tianjin University, Burus noticed that the usually busy campus was almost empty
at the Spring Festival. “It reminds me of the Ramadan Feast in Türkiye when we return to our
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hometowns to celebrate with family. I love how both cultures value family gatherings during important
holidays,” Burus said. As classes began in March, Burus quickly adapted to learning and living at
Tianjin University. Her best Chinese friend Meiqi taught her how to use chopsticks and introduced her to
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Tianjin street food. One of Burus’ most special memories was celebrating the Dragon Boat Festival in
2024. That day happened to be her birthday, and she learned how to make zongzi with her classmates.
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Now, Burus feels that China has become a second home where she has made lifelong friends and experienced
the beauty of its culture.
