德州市2023-2024学年高二下学期期末考试
英语试题
2024.7
本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。
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题卷指定位置上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每个小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第Ⅰ卷(满分95分)
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How did the man get to work today
A. By train. B. By bus. C. By taxi.
2. What was wrong with the package
A. There was no note on it.
B. It was sent to the man's apartment.
C. The woman's mother took it by mistake.
3. What are the speakers probably preparing for
A. Shopping. B. Hiking. C. Skiing.
4. What are the speakers doing now
A. Exchanging contact information.
B. Solving a difficult math problem.
C. Discussing after-school activities.
5. What time does the woman finish swimming
A. At 7:30. B. At 8:00. C. At 8:30.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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。听下面一段对话，回答第6 和第7两个小题。
6. What are the speakers talking about
A. Pieces to play. B. Plans for tonight. C. Shows in the theater.
7. What will the woman do tonight
A. Practice the guitar. B. See a doctor. C. Stay at home.
听第7 段材料，回答第8、9 小题。
8. Who will get the present
A. The man's son. B. The man's daughter. C. The woman's sister.
9. What feature of a computer does Steve suggest
A. A large memory. B. A touch screen. C. A free speaker.
听第8段材料，回答第10 至第13小题。
10. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Boss and assistant. B. Model and director. C. Shop manager and salesperson.
11. Why is the woman traveling to Milan
A. To attend a meeting. B. To try some new products. C. To have a holiday with her family.
12. What is the woman's field of work probably
A. Clothing. B. Film-making. C. Advertising.
13. What will the man do next
A. Look at some photos. B. Cancel the meeting today. C. Book a flight for the woman.
听第9段材料，回答第14 至第17 小题。
14. What is the app for
A. Chatting. B. Learning. C. Travelling
15. What is an advantage of the app
A. It offers cheaper choices.
B. It includes traditional destinations.
C. It has more convenient operations.
16. What does the man decide to do
A. To fund the woman. B. To buy the invention. C. To improve the new app.
17. Where are the speakers probably from
A. Australia. B. France. C. The U. S.
听第10段材料，回答第18至第20小题。
18. Who is Marmaduke
A. A pet dog. B. A neighbour. C. A volunteer.
19. Why did Diana's family leave without Marmaduke
A. Their car is full.
B. They left him in a safe place.
C. They were in danger as well.
20. How did they find Marmaduke
A. By posters. B. Via hotlines. C. Through social media.
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、D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。
A
Our Top Picks of Victoria Attractions
Victoria Butterfly Gardens Admission
You'll be able to walk around the scenic park, discover tropical plants and animals and enjoy guided explanations. Please note that pets are not allowed inside except for service animals. You can leave your pet in the office for your visit. It operates from July to September.
Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour
During the tour, you'll board a comfortable double-decker bus that will take you to 15destinations throughout the city. Along the way, live commentary in English will be provided, allowing you to learn more about the history of Victoria. Please note that neither luggage beyond handbags nor pets are allowed. It's not available in December for holidays like Christmas.
Whale-watching Cruise on a Covered Boat
You will spot species of marine life, including humpback whales. The tour will take place aboard a covered boat with a viewing area where you can enjoy free coffee. A knowledgeable guide will share facts about the whales and their natural habitat and also take photos throughout the trip. Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons. You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult. Whale-watching cruises are available in the summer, roughly between April and July.
Chinatown Food and History Tour
On this tour, you'll get the opportunity to take a walk around the Chinatown Victoria. Accompanied by a guide, you can gain insights into the city's history and culture and discover famous attractions like Market Square and Dragon Alley. Food venues are along the way and you can taste local food and drinks, including baozi and dumplings. Please inform the tour provider at least 24 hours before the tour starts in case you have food allergies. It takes place from November to March.
21. What is forbidden in Victoria Butterfly Gardens and the Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour
A. Taking photos. B. Carrying a pet. C. Keeping service animals. D. Reserving a guide.
22. What do we know about Whale-watching Cruise
A. It starts on August 1st. B. It runs in all conditions.
C. It offers coffee at an extra cost. D. It requires strict age restrictions.
23. Which tour can you take if you are free only in December
A. Victoria Butterfly Gardens Admission B. Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour
C. Whale-watching Cruise on a Covered Boat D. Chinatown Food and History Tour
B
They had a combined age of 155 years when they took the p lunge into internet dating. Now married, 85 and 86-year-old Gill and John live in York.
It's a far cry from the lonely days when Gill and John were widowed after 47 and nearly 50 years. John was in “a black hole” when a friend told him about a dating site for the elderly. Meanwhile, Gill was also feeling down and researching such dating sites. “Opportunities to meet a partner close down as you get older. Meeting online makes sense when you want to find some one with similar interests,” explain sretired Gill. They both took a leap of faith and joined Wrinklies Connection.com.
Gill admits, “I was scared to death. I didn't even tell my family at first.” John needed help from his grandson, Mitchell. “I ‘waved’ back to ladies who responded to my profile, but they thought I was waving goodbye and showing that I did not want to pursue contact!” A week or so later, he saw Gill's profile and recalls, “Gill's photo was very attractive and she described an active, interesting life.” Gill was drawn to John because “We are both people who enjoy the outdoor life.”
In June 2016, they met for coffee and Gill remembers, “John had an easy manner and lovely smile. I found him handsome with a lovely crop of hair!” John found Gill similarly attractive, genuine and easy to talk to.
They began to meet regularly and text every day. Gill laughs, “We have the same sense of humour. My elder son said we were just like a pair of giddy teenagers!” Happily, they became engaged at snowdrop time and Gills’ sons, Andrew and Julian, walked her down the aisle on April 22,2017 with 250 delighted friends and family sharing the celebration.
“We are immensely grateful to Wrinklies Connections for the joy it has brought us,” says Gill. John adds, “We never thought we would be internet dating in our late seventies. Now I say that life begins at 78!”
24.WhatledGillandJohntojoinWrinkliesConnection.com
A. Being encouraged by friends and relatives. B. Feeling lonely after being widowed for long.
C. Looking for someone with similar occupations. D. Working together to get out of black holes in life.
25. How did John unintentionally respond to ladies showing interest in his profile
A. Leaving messages indicating fear. B. Sending “wave” to say hello.
C. Ignoring their messages at first. D. Asking his grandson for help.
26. What was Gill's impression with John when they first met in person
A. He was good at an outdoor life. B. He looked easygoing and friendly.
C. He often waved to strangers kindly. D. He was more humorous than expected.
27. What's the best title of the passage
A. Online Friends across Time and Space B. The Beginning of a New Online Life
C. Wrinklies Connections for the Elderly D. The Elderly's New Life from the Internet
C
Buried in ash after Vesuvius’ eruption, hundreds of scrolls (卷轴) have kept their secrets hidden for centuries. But archaeologists have now been able to reveal some of the ancient text with the help of artificial intelligence.
Discovered in the ruins of a villa, the Herculaneum scrolls are a collection of around1,000 scrolls, along with other relics. In earlier times, many people tried to unlock the secrets of scrolls but in vain, mainly because most of them were fragile (易碎的) and would shatter into pieces if unrolled.
Until now, the only way to read what's inside the scrolls is to put together the thousands of pieces, which may take 500 years to reveal their content. Fortunately, a team led by professor Seales had already pioneered a way to “virtually unwrap” an ancient scroll using X-ray tomography (断层成像技术). But that was not enough to read the barely visible ink on the ancient documents. The chemistry of the ink from the ancient world is different than the chemistry from medieval times. It's largely invisible to the naked eye even when caught by the X-ray.
In 2019, they did come up with a solution based on artificial intelligence to “see” the ink, but it needed much data. So they launched the Vesuvius Challenge to accelerate the work and released software and thousands of 3D X-ray images of pieces and two rolled-up scrolls, in the hope that global research groups would take up the challenge.
In the end, a team of three students shared the grand prize. They could read 2,000letters from the scroll after training machine-learning algorithms on the scans. After creating a 3D scan of the text using a CT scan, the scroll was then separated into segments. A machine learning model—an application of AI—then detected the inked regions, allowing them to decipher the text.
Mastro, a professor at Naples’ University, called the technique “revolutionary.” “We worked literally day and night to study them, but I am more excited that using this method we can reveal what has been hidden in the scrolls for almost 2,000 years,” said Mastro.
28. What issue was resolved with X-ray tomography
A. The fragile nature of the scrolls. B. Putting together divided pieces.
C. Showing the scrolls without opening it. D. The difficulty in understanding ancient languages.
29. How did AI function in processing the scrolls
A. By unwrapping the scrolls. B. By analyzing the chemistry.
C. By separating them with relics. D. By detecting the barely visible ink.
30. What does the underlined word “decipher” mean in paragraph 5
A. Adapt. B. Summarize. C. Arrange. D. Interpret.
31. What is the passage mainly about
A. Scrolls promote technological revolution. B. AI advanced the way to read ancient scrolls.
C. New technology discovered relics in Vesuvius. D. Hidden secrets are recorded by archaeologists.
D
It's one of the most common questions adults ask children: what do you want to be when you grow up Although childhood is supposed to be fun, kids also discuss important topics regarding their futures. Now, a new study finds that children who set big goals regarding their future status and education often set themselves up for success as they age.
The findings, published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, are the first to reveal a connection between life goal development and future success in school or the workplace. Rodica Damian, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Houston, and other researchers discovered that as children grow up, their goals naturally begin to change. However, as some childhood goals fall away, other goals related to a family stay strong. These include being close to relatives, building more friendships or finding a romantic partner, and even becoming more involved in the community or helping others.
During the study, researchers compared how their goals evolved as children moved from adolescence to adulthood and how a person's goals impacted their success in school and as an employee later on. Overall, a child's goals focusing on their education and future status were the most consistent predictors of income in adulthood. Simply, when a child dreams big about doing well in school or achieving great success as an adult, these goals accurately paint a picture of how successful these children will be. So, the message is simple: dream big and dream of success, kids! Those goals can drive you to success when you grow up!
“Our work proves a strong connection between a child's life goals, educational achievement, and future occupational outcomes. This information is valuable for parents and educators who can use it to encourage children to set ambitious goals. Additionally, it helps develop strategies to support individuals in achieving their goals and reaching their full potential,” Damian concludes.
32. What does the study mainly focus on
A. Why children change their dreams over time. B. Whether childhood goals re late to future success.
C. How childhood education determines future career. D. What impact early experiences have on characters.
33. Which of the following goals remains strong as children grow up
A. Connecting with others. B. Achieving academic success.
C. Hunting for a high-salary job. D. Improving personal social status.
34. What message does the author convey in paragraph 3
A. Future careers is determined by Childhood achievements.
B. Childhood ambition is potentially connected with success.
C. Setting small goals is more beneficial than dreaming big.
D. Adjusting goals can create new opportunities for success.
35. What is the purpose of the last paragraph
A. To summarize learning strategies. B. To offer suggestions for future studies.
C. To stress the significance of the study. D. To point out the limitations of the study.
第二节 (共5 小题;每小题2.5分,满分 12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。
It is rightly said “Time and Tide wait for none”. But a number of people today have difficulty successfully managing time. 36 Now let's take a look at a list of 4 skills you should master about time management.
Set priorities.
Write out all the tasks you need to get through for the day and then prioritize them in accordance with their level of significance. 37 Meanwhile, it also assists to guarantee that the most important things are done on time.
38
Certain activities, though seemingly harmless, significantly affect productivity. Instagram and Facebook, for instance, could easily consume hours that are better spent on studying or rest. To combat this, using time management tools that track how much time you spend online highlights areas for improvement.
Do less.
This is a trick from Leo Babauta, who started the blog Zen Habits. In his opinion, doing less doesn't mean “less is more”. It means “less is better”. 39 This is achieved by slowing down and concentrating only on those things. Once you do, make every action count. As a result, you'll be creating more value instead of just fodder.
Relax at Appropriate Intervals.
Control your performance over time by taking more pauses. According to Nathaniel Kleitman, a sleep scientist, “our brains naturally desire rest after every 90 minutes of hard activity.” Your mind will let you understand that you require a break when you start to feel sleepy, restless, hungry or lose concentration regardless of whether or not you have such a timer set. 40
Embrace these strategies, adapt them to your specific needs, and reclaim control over your time management. Your future self will thank you for it!
A. Stay creative.
B. Eliminate Time-wasters.
C. Be aware of what needs to be done.
D. You can not apply that to time management.
E. It may improve the chances of achieving objectives.
F. You realize it's time to step back when you start feeling like this.
G. This in turn, leads to a decline in production as well as a rise in their anxiety levels.
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(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四个选项(A、B、C、D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Whenever photographer Casey Ryan heads into the wilderness, he brings along his drone (无人机) to capture photographs from a bird's eye view. On a recent expedition, Casey was 41 through the Willamette National Forest when he came across a stranger whose vehicle was stuck. He had been trapped there for days, so Casey decided to help him get his car out. 42 , Casey got his own vehicle stuck in a ditch while trying to help, leaving both people stranded (滞留) with no cell phone 43 for miles around.
Casey says his mind is always working to find 44 solutions to problems. He immediately 45 the situation and realized that in order to get cell service, he'd need to get higher up the mountain. He 46 a movie he’d seen recently in which a character uses a drone to raise their phone enough to catch a 47 , so he pulled out his device and got to work.
First, he 48 his cell phone securely to his drone. Then, he 49 a series of messages to his wife. “Hi sweetheart,” read the first text. “I'm sending my phone into the 50 with my drone. Hope to get this message through. I just keep 51 I have enough gas to get me through one more night.”
He told her where he was 52 in the park, then held his breath as he attempted to launch the now-heavy drone into the air. The drone soared (升空) several hundred feet into the air. Somewhere up there over the tall trees, it 53 a signal and whoosh! All of Casey's 54 were sent. They were saved! 55 arrived and saved both Casey and the other motorist.
41. A. flying B. walking C. driving D. running
42. A. Unfortunately B. Naturally C. Obviously D. Honestly
43. A. battery B. charger C. service D. store
44. A. temporary B. innovative C. significant D. familiar
45. A. ignored B. bettered C. followed D. assessed
46. A. recalled B. directed C. played D. commented
47. A. picture B. signal C. view D. look
48. A. attached B. linked C. adapted D. exposed
49. A. applied B. deleted C. copied D. typed
50. A. mountain B. forest C. sky D. movie
51. A. suggesting B. complaining C. imaging D. praying
52. A. lost B. located C. hidden D. set
53. A. picked up B. sent out C. set up D. took in
54. A. dreams B. concerns C. texts D. drones
55. A. Characters B. Visitors C. Researchers D. Rescuers
第Ⅱ卷(满分55分)
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第二节 (共10 小题;每小题1.5分,满分 15分)
阅读下面材料，在题后空白处填入适当的内容(每空一词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Yingxian Pagoda is located in Fogong Temple in the northwestern corner of the county town of Yingxian. It stands 56 the existing oldest full-wooden pagoda in China and the tallest among the ancient wooden buildings of the world, which is 57 must for visitors or architecture enthusiasts.
With 3000 cubic meters of wood 58 (weigh) 2600 tons, the octagonal-shaped pagoda was constructed with no nails and its whole structure is solid, impressive and 59 (elegance). Seen from the outside, the pagoda appears to be a five-story building. However, it has nine stories with four blind stories inside the pagoda. In each story, there are two circles of wooden pillars (柱子) 60 (firm) supporting the upper level.
What deserves to be mentioned is that the pagoda 61 (weather) wind and rain over the last 900 years and withstood numerous strong earthquakes and wars although 62 (build) entirely with wood. All this is due to its unique multi-store y structure, giving it the kind of 63 (stable) resembling those in the modern buildings, and its soft wood texture, 64 won't easily twist under the outside pressure.
Moreover, many a on-site investigation has been conducted and great efforts have been made 65 (repair) and reinforce the structure since 1949. Cultural relics found in the pagoda are rare treasures for the research of development of the printing technology and cultural exchanges among different nationalities in China.
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)
假定你是李华，你校计划邀请Robert博士来校做“AI 与高中学习”的主题讲座。作为主持人，请你写一篇欢迎辞，内容包括：
1.介绍专家；
2.鼓励学生提问；
3.表示欢迎。
注意：
1.词数应为80左右，开头结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests and students,
I am Li Hua. ________________________________________________________________________
Thank you for joining us for this enlightening session!
第二节 读后续写(满分25 分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使其构成一篇完整的短文。
Surprise (times two)!
My friend Ollie has lived with his grandmother, Abuela, since he was a baby. Abuela is the kindest, smartest, funniest person imaginable! On the morning of Mother's Day, I invited them to my house for a party.
“I love any kind of party if there's a cake!” Ollie said.
“Of course.” I chuckled, “I made a card for my mom, but I still want to find some present to go with it”. Ollie also wanted to buy roses for Abuela, but everything is so expensive at the flower store that he can barely afford a leaf!
Just then, our neighbor, Mrs. Nishikawa who was watering her garden, waved and called, “Good morning, kiddos!” Ollie waved back. “Good morning, Mrs. Nishikawa! Your garden is always so pretty.”
“Oy! It's a mess.” She groaned. “My back has been acting up, and I haven't weeded for days.” Ollie and I were eager to offer help. Half an hour later, both of us had a big pile of weeds. Mrs. Nishikawa smiled and said we could choose whatever flowers we liked for Mother's day bouquets (花束).
We clipped, arranged, and wrapped everything in big sheets of sparkly paper and string. Ollie and I both said that these look just as good as the ones at the store and even better.
As we headed back with flowers in arms, we came up with a plan. Nobody would think to look in my bedroom closet, a perfect place to hide these, except my two cats. It was a good idea that at the exact right time, we would shout “Surprise!” and amaze everybody. But you know perfect plans don't always work out perfectly.
Everybody elegantly sipped tea and not-so-elegantly gobbled cake. Then we took turns saying things we loved and appreciated about Abuela and my mom. Right when they were chatting, Ollie and I snuck(溜走) off to get our surprise.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
“NO!” I yelled as soon as our cats dashed out of the bedroom. “How can you get so beautiful flowers ” Abuela and my mom asked.
高二英语试题参考答案
第一部分 听力(共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)
1--5 ABBAB 6--10 BCABA 11-15 CABCA 16-20 ABACC
第二部分 阅读理解(共20小题；每小题2.5分，满分50分)
21—23 BDD 24—27 BBBD 28—31CDDB 32—35 BABC 36—40 GEBCF
第三部 英语知识运用(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 CACBD 46-50 ABADC 51—55 DBACD
第二节(共10 小题;每小题1.5分,满分 15分)
56. as 57. a 58. weighing 59. elegant 60. firmly
61. has weathered 62. built 63. stability 64. which 65. to repair
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
One possible version:
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests and students,
I am Li Hua. It is with great pleasure that we welcome Dr. Robert to deliver a lecture on the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and high school learning. Dr. Robert’s expertise in this field promises to offer valuable insights and perspectives on how AI is shaping the landscape of education. I am sure you will have a great time this afternoon. And we will have some lucky students to ask questions at the end of the lecture. Let us extend a warm welcome to Dr. Robert as we embark on a journey of exploration and discovery together.
Thank you for joining us for this enlightening session!
第二节(满分25 分)
One possible version:
“NO!” I yelled as soon as our cats dashed out of the bedroom. The sight that met my eyes was both amusing and a little heartbreaking. While our carefully crafted bouquets were now a chaotic blend of petals and stems scattered all over the floor, the cats were completely unaware of the mess they had caused. Ollie and I stood there, momentarily stunned, as our surprise was unveiled in the most unexpected way. The guests, including Abuela and my mom, quickly rose from their seats, trying to contain the playful cats and also attempting to rescue what was left of the bouquets.
“How can you get so beautiful flowers ” Abuela and my mom asked. Ollie and I exchanged a knowing look before bursting into laughter. “Well, it's a funny surprise actually,” I began, recounting our story with Mrs. Nishikawa. Abuela and my mom couldn't help but join in our laughter, their eyes sparkling with amusement. “Tomorrow, I will tell Mrs. Nishikawa what happened to her flowers,” Ollie joked. As we all sat together, talking about the surprises, we knew that the true gift of Mother's Day was the love and laughter we shared as a family.
高二听力录音材料
Text 1
W: You're early. Did you catch an earlier bus today
M: No, I tried the new city train. It's actually faster than I expected.
W: I heard about that, but I also heard it costs more than taking a taxi.
Text 2
M: I found this package in front of my door, but the note says it's for apartment 4B.
W: Oh, thanks, yes! I was wondering where this gift from my mother was. Now, here it is. Thank you.
Text 3
M: Outdoor jackets, sun hats, tent, hiking boots—all packed up. Is there anything else that we need
W: That's really a lot. How will we carry them all while walking
M: In our bags! And this is nothing. Imagine all the things we would need for skiing!
Text 4
W: We'd better stay in touch to discuss our math project. Can you type in my number and add my account
M: OK. And you add mine. Maybe we can meet again to talk more about it after school.
W: Sounds great.
Text 5
M: It's hard to find the time for daily exercise.
W: Absolutely. The only thing that works for me is to go swimming in the morning. I start work at 8: 30a. m., so I get to the pool by 7: 30 a. m. I can swim for about half an hour.
Text 6
M: Are you coming to the band practice
W: No. I'm going straight home after school today.
M: Why We get to practice in the school theater for the first time tonight.
W: I know! I'm not feeling great today. I had a bad headache last night.
M: Oh dear! Do you need to see a doctor
W: No. I just need to go to bed early tonight. I only had about five hours' sleep last night.
M: OK. Have a good rest. I hope you feel better soon. Hopefully we'll play the guitar together tomorrow.
W: Hope so!
Text 7
W: Hello there, Steve. Are you looking for a new phone as well
M: No, I'm looking at computers. My son has been saving up for one but it's his birthday next week. I'll buy one for him as a surprise.
W: Wow, that's a very good present.
M: Yes. He works hard and I know he would use it wisely. It would be a different story for my daughter. She would just use it for buying clothes.
W: Ha-ha, yes. That's what my sister is like. What kind of computer do you want
M: He wants a powerful one with a large memory. I think a touch screen would be a good idea.
W: Check this out. It also goes with a speaker for free.
Text 8
M: Ma'am, good morning. I have a list of your calls and messages. And there is a weekly meeting today.
W: Hi, Jerry. Thanks for that, but I have to catch a flight to Milan at 1: 00 p. m.
M: OK. Should I cancel the meeting today
W: Yes, please.
M: Are you going for the conference on the latest fashion design
W: No, it's a family trip and won't take long. I'll be back to work by next Monday. Until
then, I need my team to get new products prepared. These include next season's bags, jackets, shirts, and dresses.
M: Wow, quite a lot. I'll get the team on it. Also, we need a final look at our social media advertisements.
W: Big yes. The photos are great, and we love those models. I'll have the marketing director take a look. Is there anything else before I go
M: That's about it. We'll watch over your business while you're out.
W: All right, I'm off. Thanks for taking such great care of everything, Jerry.
Text 9
W: With my company, we'll make traveling more convenient and cheaper than ever. According to researchers, more than half of tourists cannot find affordable food, transportation, or hotels at major travel destinations.
M: Interesting. You know, I took a trip to New York with my family and couldn't find a meal under $15 or a room under $100 anywhere!
W: That's a common problem. With my service, Easy Travel, you could choose from a list of local people to guide your trip.
M: A personal tour guide would be pretty expensive, though, right
W: Traditionally, yes. Tour guides cost over $200 per day. But through Easy Travel, guides cost as low as $20 per day. Within the app, tourists are connected with local college students or people who can discuss prices.
M: Sign me up. My bank can provide the funding you need to start the app. Where do you plan to start
W: Right here in Paris, sir. Our home country, France, welcomes around 90 million tourists per year! Then, we can make our operations to other popular destinations in Australia, China, and the U. S.
Text 10
Marmaduke got out of his yard at the worst time. The neighborhood was flooded, but Diana's family hadn't noticed it yet. When they realized and called Marmaduke back in, he didn't come. The whole family walked through the heavy rain searching for him. They started on foot and when they didn't find him, they got in their car to cover more ground. However, they still didn't find him. That's when things went from bad to worse. Diana's house began to flood, so they had to leave without Marmaduke.
As soon as the family settled down in a safe place, they went back into their neighborhood and sent out as many “lost dog” posters as they could. Their kids put Marmaduke's picture on social media to ask for help as well, but nothing worked. A volunteer knocked at the door, just as the family were about to give up. He said he had just seen Marmaduke's picture online and realized that the brown dog he took care of in the animal home might be Marmaduke. Diana's family drove there to pick him up, more than a week after he had escaped the yard.
