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沈阳市五校协作体2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试
英语试卷
考试时间：120分钟 考试分数：150分
试卷说明：试卷共两部分：第一部分：选择题（共95分） 第二部分：主观题（共55分）
第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共95分）
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. Who is the woman probably talking to
A. An assistant. B. A deliveryman. C. A patient.
2. What is the weather like
A. Sunny. B. Windy. C. Snowy.
3. When is the man leaving for Russia
A. At 6:00 p. m. B. At 1:00 p. m. C. At 8:00 a. m.
4. What does the man want at first
A. An egg. B. A glass of water. C. Some coffee.
5. Where is the supermarket
A. On Green Street. B. Beside a flower store. C. Opposite a flower store.
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 does the man say about the first shirt
A. It is similar to one of his old shirts.
B. Its color doesn’t suit him.
C. Its price is too high.
7. Which shirt will the man buy
A. The white one. B. The green one. C. The black one.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What will the woman probably do at Christmas
A. Stay at home alone.
B. Go shopping with her son.
C. Have dinner with the man’s family.
9. Where is the man likely to shop
A. At the mall. B. At the bookstore. C. At online shops
10. What present will the woman give the man
A. A tea box. B. Books. C. Chinese tea.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What example does the man give to prove his point
A. His aunt’s example. B. His father’s example. C. His own example.
12. What did the man do last month
A. He took part in a competition.
B. He learned to play the violin.
C. He taught his father to play the guitar.
13. What does Susan’s example prove
A. Hard work is more important.
B. Talent is more important.
C. Talent is as important as hard work.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. Why does the man speak Chinese well
A. Because his colleagues are Chinese.
B. Because he likes watching Chinese movies.
C. Because his company does business with Chinese firms.
15. What kind of Chinese movies does the man especially like
A. War films. B. Comedies. C. Action movies.
16. What does the man suggest the woman do
A. Check movie reviews.
B. Speak Chinese more often.
C. Watch the movie herself.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Which resolution did the speaker mostly stick to last year
A. Exercising every day.
B. Quitting social media.
C. Doing 20-minute housework each day.
18. How long does the speaker spend on her phone every day
A. One to two hours. B. Two to three hours. C. Three to four hours.
19. What percentage of people typically make New Year’s resolutions
A. At least 25%. B. More than 35%. C. Around 45%.
20. Why do people make resolutions on January 1st
A. To follow the cultural tradition.
B. To decrease the obstacles of old habits.
C. To increase the chances of achieving their goals.
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
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Flamingo (火烈鸟)
Biologist and photographer Claudio Contreras Koob spent 20 years travelling deep into the wetlands and forests of his native Mexico—and beyond—to feed his flamingo attraction. This book offers a unique window into the behavior and life of red-feathered birds, with more than 120 show-stopping shots displaying their beauty. teNeues, 35.
Around the World in 80 Birds
Inspiring secrets, national pride or scientific discoveries, every bird has a story to tell, from the weaver bird building multi-nest “apartment blocks” in Namibia to the bar-headed goose taking on a twice-yearly trans-Himalayan journey at an extreme altitude. Mike Unwin’s tour is accompanied by beautiful illustrations from Ryuto Miyake. Laurence King Publishing, 22.
A World on the Wing
Pulitzer-shortlisted Weidensaul, who’s at the forefront of research into bird migration, here tracks some of nature’s most remarkable journeys. He sails through the stormy Bering Sea, encounters trappers in the Mediterranean and visits former headhunters in northeast India, where a bird migration crisis has become a conservation success story. Pan Macmillan, 9.99.
Galapagos Crusoes: A Year Alone with the Birds
Explore this updated version of the 1968 title, Galapagos: Islands of Birds, by late bird expert Bryan Nelson, with previously unpublished material from his wife, June. The couple spent a year living on two Galapagos islands, studying birds, including the Galapagos albatross (信天翁). This is their clever and amusing account. Bradt Guides, 11.99.
21. By whom is the second costliest book illustrated
A. Claudio Contreras Koob. B. Mike Unwin.
C. Ryuto Miyake. D. Weidensaul.
22. Which book best suits those concerned about the survival of migratory birds
A. Flamingo. B. Around the World in 80 Birds.
C. A World on the Wing. D. Galapagos: Island of Birds.
23. What feature may Galapagos Crusoes: A Year Alone with the Birds have
A. Its humorous description. B. Its romantic style.
C. Its vivid imagination. D. Its moving plot
B
My neighbors across the street take pride in one of the most striking trees in the neighborhood—a towering oak that is over 75 years old. This year, after a wet, warm summer, leaves were a bit different in my Massachusetts town. And through some combination of events, that glorious oak seemed to have dropped all of its uncountable leaves on a single windy day. I arrived at home that afternoon to find our front walkway, driveway and sidewalk completely blanketed.
My son and I had a great time making a leaf pile for jumping and enjoying pillowy fun. The whole time, I was fascinated by the speed of this year’s leaf drop. Even though I was aware that it was an accident of wind patterns that left all the leaves in our yard, I kept looking up and feeling a rush of awe at the suddenly bare branches that watched quietly over our neighborhood, starting its restful season before setting spring leaf buds.
And I felt thankful for those fallen leaves as I was reminded of my favorite quote from the author and naturalist Hal Borland. He wrote it referencing October, but this year’s later drop had me change the month: “November is the fallen leaf, but it is also a wider horizon more clearly seen. It is the distant hills once more in sight, and the enduring constellations (星座) above them once again.”
When I lay in that pile of dry, crisp leaves and looked up into the oak tree across the street, I felt a clarity and peace that comes along with the inconveniently early sunsets and chilly temperatures of the transition from fall into winter. I could still admire the tree as I had in spring and summer, but I could also see through it, beyond it, to the big sky that blankets us all.
24. What’s unusual this year
A. Outdoor activities are limited due to heavy winds.
B. A series of special events happened in the neighborhood.
C. The weather is especially cold in winter in Massachusetts.
D. The neighbors’ big tree almost dropped all its leaves within a day.
25. How does the author feel at the suddenly bare branches in Paragraph 2
A. Anxious. B. Sorrowful. C. Astonished. D. Comfortable.
26. Why are Hal Borland’s lines quoted in Paragraph 3
A. To express the author’s admiration for the naturalist.
B. To emphasize the importance of getting close to nature.
C. To stress the beauty of the author’s childhood memories.
D. To convey the author’s feelings about the leaf-falling season.
27. What is the best title for the text
A. The Fall of Massachusetts B. The Beauty of a Newly-bare Tree
C. The Sky Far Beyond D. The Memories of Peace and Beauty
C
Earth is lighted up by bioluminescence (生物发光) but, for many of us, seeing the natural phenomenon is a rare treat: Catching the glow (光) of a firefly or witnessing a dolphin swimming through electric blue waters is a thrill.
Researchers are currently engineering glowing flowers and decorative plants that can cast a green light onto our living rooms. Observing plant’s health via its glow can be a way to instantly measure its health, and the side effect is anybody who wants a healthy glowing plant in their living room can have one.
A study published on Monday in Nature Biotechnology shows that this goal is well on its way to being a reality. The study authors announce they’ve created a method that causes plants to glow much brighter, and for a longer period of time, than previous efforts. Plants adapted by this method should be available for purchase within a few years.
The research was conducted through a teamwork between three scientific institutions and Plant, a biotech startup in Moscow. When this team examined a poisonous mushroom, they discovered that caffeic acid is responsible for its bioluminescence. In this new study, the team employed that information and inserted (嵌入) enzymes (酶)—which are specific to the mushroom—into the DNA of tobacco plants. In turn, the enzymes were able to interact with the caffeic acid in the tobacco plants, and cause them to glow both in the dark and in the daylight.
This method, the scientists claimed, made the plants 10 times brighter than previous efforts and the continuous light production didn’t harm the health of the plants. Interestingly, the light decreased as the leaves aged—but it also increased when the leaves were damaged. In turn, the team suggested this method could also help other researchers monitor plant responses to various pressures and changes in the environment. If a plant is short of water or a hungry sheep is harming a plant, bioluminescence could warn of this damage before it’s too late.
28. How can people quickly identify a decorative flower’s health condition
A. By making it greener. B. By monitoring its glow.
C. By testing the chemicals in it. D. By putting it in the living room.
29. What can we expect of the adapted glowing plants
A. They may take the place of lamps.
B. They can light up a whole living room.
C. They will appear on the market.
D. They glow less bright than previous efforts.
30. What did the team do with the mushroom in the new study
A. They inserted caffeic acid into it.
B. They made it give out brighter light.
C. They grew it on the tobacco plants farm.
D. They put its enzymes into the tobacco plants.
31. What is the last paragraph mainly about
A. Warning of potential damage from glowing plants.
B. Increasing light when glowing plants receive damage.
C. Benefits of combining specific enzymes with caffeic acid in plants.
D. Effects of continuous light production on the glowing plants.
D
A decade ago, I attended a banquet in Guangzhou where the food was exceptional. The bird’s nest soup, made from chicken and possibly ham with dried scallops (干贝), was gentle and slippery. The sea cucumber was rich and sticky, and the fish was sparklingly fresh and steamed to perfection. However, what stood out was the plain white soup of broth (肉汁), served at the end. It was simple, plain, and perfect.
Ending a banquet with soup may seem odd to Westerners, who are used to sweets at the end of meals. But as an English food writer named Fuchsia Dunlop explains in her book Invitation to a Banquet, soup is a unique expression of a chef’s art, much like a singer’s voice. The transparent, almost invisible soup is an ideal conclusion to a banquet, with its luxury and strong flavors.
Invitation to a Banquet is Dunlop’s seventh book. Unlike her other books on Chinese cuisine such as The Food of Sichuan and Revolutionary Kitchen, this one is not a cookbook. Instead, she has chosen 30 dishes from different regions of China to illustrate different aspects of Chinese cuisine and history.
What makes Dunlop’s writing unique is her perspective. She argues that Chinese cuisine is superior (更胜一筹的) not only in taste but also in its ability to incorporate foreign influences while still maintaining its own identity. Furthermore, Dunlop makes an equally compelling case that what Westerners think of as “Chinese food” is neither false nor wrong. It is merely a diasporic (离散的) branch that reflects local tastes and is representative of the cuisine’s diversity. Immigration and adventurousness have made authentic Chinese food more accessible outside China than ever before.
In conclusion, Invitation to a Banquet by Fuchsia Dunlop provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of Chinese cuisine. Through her well-researched book and insightful discussions, she encourages readers to appreciate the complexity and richness of Chinese food.
32. To the author, what is the most memorable dish about the banquet in Guangzhou
A. A sweet dessert.
B. A bowl of plain white soup.
C. A dish made from expensive ingredients.
D. A fish that was rich and strong-flavoured.
33. What does the underlined word “incorporate” mean in Paragraph 4
A. Include. B. Reject. C. Strengthen. D. Reduce.
34. What is the unique perspective of Chinese cuisine in her book Invitation to a Banquet
A. Chinese desserts are the highlight of Chinese cuisine.
B. Immigration makes little difference to Chinese dishes.
C. Chinese food is limited to traditional ingredients and flavors.
D. Chinese food is influenced by foreign elements while preserving its own identity.
35. What’s purpose of writing the passage
A. To introduce a dish. B. To recommend a book.
C. To share an experience. D. To compare different cultures.
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。
A Great Way to Teach Children to Take Responsibility
As parents, one of the most important things to teach children to take responsibility is to include chores as a part of their daily routine. In order to make a family function smoothly, every member must contribute. Teaching your children to take responsibility at an early age makes it easier for them to shoulder greater responsibilities as they grow older.
36 If your children leave their crayons lying on the table after drawing, picking up those crayons is not a chore. It is cleaning up a mess they have created. 37
38 . For example, if it is to feed the dog every day, make sure the children understand that if they fail in their responsibility, the dog will go hungry.
Make rewards and punishments a part of the lesson. Together decide whether they will be rewarded or not. 39 Some parents make their reward a monetary payment, while others choose to reward with certain privileges, such as extra television viewing time.
Children need to be taught that there are punishments for their actions in case of not doing their assigned chores. Decide and agree from the start what the punishment will be. Teaching your children the importance of contributing to the family is of great importance. 40 By taking this step, you have done a wonderful thing for your children by providing them with life skills they can take with them into society.
A. A chore is a specific task a child has been assigned which helps improve the life of the entire family.
B. And what punishment they will receive if a chore isn’t done.
C. Actually you are taking a critical step in empowering them for their future.
D. Start by teaching children the difference between a chore and cleaning up after themselves.
E. Teach children the importance of each assignment, and why it matters.
F. Children will not be rewarded at all for merely cleaning up.
G. And if so, what the reward will be for a job well done.
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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
During my stay at the University of Michigan, one of the senior professors asked me to join a seminar on culture and emotion. In a general 41 of self-introductions, I introduced myself in a(n) 42 Dutch way as one of those who are “interested in culture and emotion”. The professor supplemented (补充) my self-introduction to 43 American standards, saying I was one of the world’s experts on the 44 . In response, I looked down in 45 , and thought that “expert” was a big word.
When I lived in North Carolina, my new friends came over to 46 . Conversations were full of interest and energy, and there was a lot of 47 . At the end of the evening, when my guests left, they thanked me for the dinner. My heart 48 , because I was born and raised in the Netherlands, where “thanking for dinner” means the relationship is 49 .
Emotions are different enough to feel 50 when you move from one culture to another. The professor at the University of Michigan meant to make me feel 51 , but instead made me uncomfortable. My friends meant to show 52 , but they made me think they were distancing themselves from me.
We think about emotions as feelings deep inside us, but in 53 , our emotions happen in interactions with others. In my own culture, it was hard to observe the 54 emotions of others, but I was able to see them when I moved to the US—a different 55 from where I was raised.
41. A. analysis B. state C. letter D. round
42. A. understated B. interesting C. dramatic D. proud
43. A. set B. fit C. evaluate D. recommend
44. A. approach B. situation C. topic D. course
45. A. curiosity B. pity C. disappointment D. embarrassment
46. A. play B. dine C. work D. perform
47. A. support B. noise C. fun D. arguing
48. A. sank B. melted C. raced D. opened
49. A. harmonious B. normal C. strong D. distant
50. A. out of date B. out of shape C. out of place D. out of sight
51. A. reliable B. good C. serious D. careful
52. A. gratitude B. respect C. admiration D. affection
53. A. total B. advance C. detail D. reality
54. A. unbelievable B. pure C. invisible D. powerful
55. A. level B. culture C. standard D. value
第Ⅱ卷（主观题 共55分）
第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
An island off the coast of Cape Cod is open to the public for the first time in 300 years. Sipson island 56 (own) privately since 1711, when it was sold to White settlers. Now, the new Sipson Island Trust, with the help of a local non-profit, hopes to renew and care for the island, 57 (use) the Native American values to see land 58 a gift for all to use.
It is really important for us to be able to communicate the 59 (important) of its history, and teach the values of those that lived on the island before 1711. President Blough told CNN.
The 24-acre island, which opens on Saturday, 60 (locate) just off the coast of Cape Cod in 61 area known as Pleasant Bay, 62 is of critical environmental concern. When it was for sale, there were a number of conservation organizations who wanted to find a way to raise the money to protect it, preserve it, and make it 63 (access) to the public, Blough said.
Now it is 64 (full) open to the public. Visitors are encouraged to access the island from the eastern shore, 65 only shallow boats under 22 feet can land due to the sensitive ecosystem in the water.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
假如你是李华，在你校学习的英国交换生Jack计划寒假回国看望亲友。他email你希望给他推荐几件有中国特色的礼物带回国。请根据提示给他写一封电子邮件。主要内容包括：
1. 推荐的礼物（至少两种）；
2. 推荐的理由；
3. 希望和祝愿。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Ali and his younger sister, Zahra, lived with their parents in a poor neighborhood. Their mother was very sick and their father was struggling to find a job, and they had only a little money with which to buy food. As they had not paid the rent for several months, the landlord was breathing down their necks.
One day, Ali took Zahra’s shoes to a shoe repairman to be fixed, but he lost them on the way home. It wasn’t until he got home that he realized he had lost the shoes. He was afraid that his parents would be angry and disappointed, so he begged his sister to keep it secret. Zahra agreed and the two decided to share Ali’s running shoes. Zahra’s school hours were in the morning, so she would wear them first. After school, she would rush back and give them to Ali. He could then run to his school, which began in the afternoon. Although he ran as fast as he could, Ali often arrived late and was warned by the school. Ali heard about a long distance race that was held for the boys in the city. When he learned that the third prize was a new pair of shoes, he decided to take part. He ran home excitedly and promised his sister that he would win her the new shoes.
The day of race arrived. Ali had a strong start, but halfway through the race he began to get tired and his legs began to ache. But dreaming of the new shoes gave him strength, and he stayed right behind the two fastest runners, determined to finish third. Suddenly, as the finish line drew near, another runner collided (碰撞) with Ali from behind and he crashed to the ground.
注意：
1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2. 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
注意：
(1) 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
(2) 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
Ali looked up and saw the other boys rushing ahead. ____________________________________________________
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Paragraph 2:
With the prize in his bag, Ali walked home quickly, filled with delight. ______________________________________
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沈阳市五校协作体2023-2024学年高二上学期期中考试
英语试题答案
考试时间：120分钟 考试分数：150分
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41-45 DABCD 46-50 BCADC 51-55 BADCB
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61. an 62. which 63. accessible 64. fully 65. but
应用文范文
Sample 1
Dear Jack,
Glad to receive your email. You asked me to recommend some Chinese traditional gifts that you will buy for your family and friends. Here I’d like to make some recommendations.
The first one is the Chinese knot, which stands for friendship, love and good luck. The second one is the Chinese paper cutting, for it is a world cultural heritage. Paper-cuts vary in form and style and they are attractive. Chinese silk is one of the most popular handcrafts representing China , so I think the silk scarf is a very good choice for you. In addition, it is convenient to take along.
Hoping my suggestions can help you. Have a good vacation!
Yours,
Li Hua
Sample 2
Dear Jack,
In your last email you asked me about some Chinese gifts. I am writing to recommend some to you.
As is often the case, tea is your first choice because tea does good to health and there is a variety of tea for you to choose from. Another common gift is Chinese paintings, which have a long history and special beauty. In addition，you can choose some Chinese knots or some traditional Chinese food, like Beijing Roast Duck.
I think your friends and relatives will be excited with these gifts. All the best!
Yours,
Li Hua
续写范文
Paragraph 1:
Ali looked up and saw the other boys rushing ahead. Refusing to give up at this point, he jumped to his feet and ran as fast as he could. He dashed across the finish line and won the fourth prize. Thinking he would let her sister down, Ali couldn’t help sobbing. Just then he suddenly heard the announcement from the broadcast that he won the third prize as the runner who collided with Ali was disqualified for breaking the rule. Holding the shoes close to his chest during
the award ceremony, Ali felt overjoyed and relieved as he eventually won the shoes for his sister.
Paragraph 2:
With the prize in his bag, Ali walked home quickly, filled with delight. He could not wait to see his sister and share the good news. On his arrival, Ali found Zahra was waiting outside. Nervous and anxious, Zahra wondered whether her brother had brought her what she was expecting. “Zahra, see what I have got for you.” Ali said excitedly, taking the prize out of his bag with his trembling hands. The instant Zahra saw the shoes, her face lit up. So thrilled was she that she threw herself at Ali. “Thank you! Ali.” Tears of joy welled up in their eyes as the brother and the sister hugged tightly together.
听力原文
1. A
【text 1】
W: The medicine we ordered has arrived. We should be careful with that big blue box. And the medicine in the red box should be kept refrigerated.
M: OK, Dr. Lin. What should we do with the gray box
W: Oh, there are face masks in it. Just put the gray box in storage.
2. B
【text 2】
W: Oh, my goodness. A gust of wind almost blew my hat off.
M: I guess wind speeds have reached force five. The weather forecast said there would be heavy snow tonight.
W: Oh, I really miss the sunny days.
3. C
【text 3】
M: Hello. I’d like to book a ticket to Russia on July 6th.
W: All right, sir. We have flights leaving at 8:00 a.m.,1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Which flight do you want to take
M: I want to book a ticket for the morning, please.
4. C
【text 4】
W: David, would you like one more egg
M: No, thanks. I’m full. I’d like some coffee.
W: Sorry, I don’t have any coffee.
M: That’s OK. I’ll have a glass of water.
5. B
【text 5】
M: Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the supermarket
W: Certainly. Go straight for about one mile on Green Street, and then turn right at the traffic light. Walk a few more steps and you’ll see a flower store. The supermarket is on its left.
6. C 7. B
【text 6】
W: Hello, sir. May I help you
M: Yes, can I see that shirt on the left shelf please
W: Sure. Here you are.
M: How much is it
W: 55 dollars.
M: 55 dollars That’s too expensive.
W: How about the one next to the yellow sweater It’s cheaper and very similar to this one. It comes in three colors: white, black and green.
M: Well, white one gets dirty easily and black would make me look dull.
W: Then I’ll pack the green one for you
M: OK.
8. C 9. C 10. A
【text 7】
M: Dorothy, what are your plans for Christmas
W: Oh, it’s almost Christmas. I nearly forgot. And I’m not sure what I’ll do then.
M: Well, if you don’t have any plans, you could have dinner at my house.
W: OK. That’s very nice of you. Have you finished your shopping yet
M: Not yet. I have to buy some gifts for my wife and my son. I think I’ll go to the mall this Sunday.
W: It’s going to be really crowded at the mall then. You can try shopping online.
M: Good idea.
W: What are you going to buy
M: My family loves reading. So I’ll get some books.
W: What do you like I’m planning to buy something for you.
M: Really Thanks a lot. Maybe a tea box. I bought a lot of tea from China, but I got no place to store it.
W: All right then.
11. C 12. A 13. B
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W: Ken, what do you think is more important, hard work or talent
M: They both play an important role in whatever task you do. But personally, I think hard work is more important than talent.
W: Why do you say so
M: Well, I knew nothing about music in the past. But with the help of my father, I learned to play the violin three years ago. I have been practicing four times a week. And last month I even went on stage and won second place. I am proud of myself.
W: Wow, what an amazing example! But the success of so many people around me proves that talent is more important. Susan, one of my aunts, is a quick learner. I remember once she told me that she had done nothing to prepare for a meeting, but she pulled it off, because she collected all the key information she needed in a short time.
M: Well, maybe. But for most ordinary people, all they can do is to spend more time and energy on what they are trying to accomplish.
14. B 15. A 16. C
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W: Thomas, your Chinese is so good.
M: Thanks. Everyone in my company can speak Chinese.
W: Why Your company does business with Chinese firms
M: No, you might not believe this. We love Chinese films. My colleagues and I watch a Chinese film every week. We check the newly released movie online. And then we look at the reviews about it. Finally we decide whether to see it or not.
W: Good. I haven’t seen any Chinese films. Can you recommend one
M: Of course. What kind of films are you interested in Comedies, action movies or war films Chinese war films are quite excellent.
W: Which movie impressed you the most
M: That must be The Battle at Lake Changjin.
W: I heard of it before. What is the main plot of the movie
M: Well, if you want to know it, see it yourself.
17. A 18. B 19. A 20. C
【text 10】
W: Are New Year’s resolutions powerful or pointless Almost every year of my life, I’ve started the New Year with a set of resolutions that I’ve been determined to keep. The results, predictably, have been variable. Last year, I mostly kept to my fitness goal of doing 20-minute sports each day, but I failed miserably at my aim of quitting social media. According to my weekly screen-time reports, I still spend between two and three hours each day on my phone. I am far from alone in my determination to start each new year with a plan for self-improvement. At least a quarter of people typically make New Year’s resolutions, and a large portion of those good wishes end in disappointment. Rationally speaking, January 1st should be no better than any other day to make a life change. So why put the needless pressure on ourselves to “upgrade” our lives at the opening of a new calendar Recent psychological research, however, suggests that there are many good reasons to begin a new habit on the first day of a new year. That’s because we can all increase our chances of sticking to our new goals for the new year.

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