2018-2019学年浙江省嘉兴市第一中学、湖州中学高二下学期期中考试英语试题 Word版

2018-2019学年浙江省嘉兴市第一中学、湖州中学高二下学期期中考试英语试题 Word版

‎ ‎ ‎2018学年第二学期高二英语试题 ‎ 选择题部分 第一部分 听力（共两节, 满分30分）‎ 第一节 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. What is the weather like today? ‎ A. It’s windy. B. It’s warm. C. It’s sunny.‎ ‎2. What does the woman think of the film class? ‎ A. Entertaining. B. Completely new. C. Better for her major.‎ ‎3. What will the speakers do tonight? ‎ A. Talk to some kids. B. Do some shopping. C. Go running.‎ ‎4. What type of movie did the speakers probably see? ‎ A. A comedy. B. A sad movie. C. An action movie.‎ ‎5. What do we know about the city? ‎ A. It is very modern. B. It is very remote. C. It is very old.‎ 第二节 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有2至4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5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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 part of the show does the man dislike? ‎ A. The actors. B. The endings. C. The style.‎ ‎7. What does the woman suggest? ‎ A. The writers should be fired.‎ B. The producers should end the show.‎ C. The show should be turned into a movie.‎ 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。‎ ‎8. What are the speakers doing? ‎ A. Playing a game. B. Reading a book. C. Having a class.‎ ‎9. Where is the woman from? ‎ A. San Francisco. B. Hong Kong. C. Qufu.‎ 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。‎ ‎10. Where does the conversation take place? ‎ A. At a company. B. At a shopping mall. C. At a school.‎ ‎11. Which project will the speakers help with? ‎ A. Solar power. B. Roof garden. C. Recycling.‎ ‎12. What will bees mainly do for the school? ‎ A. Make honey. B. Help plants grow. C. Help lower the cost of flowers.‎ 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。‎ ‎13. What’s the probable relationship between the speakers? ‎ A. Friends. B. Boss and secretary. C. Coach and athlete.‎ ‎14. What does the woman intend to do? ‎ A. Ask the man to see a film. ‎ B. Invite the man to play sports.‎ C. Sign up for the Workers Club.‎ ‎15. Where does the man probably work? ‎ A. At a cinema. B. At a high school. C. At a computer center.‎ ‎16. What do we know about the club? ‎ A. People can skate there.‎ B. It’s open until midnight.‎ C. Three buses pass by the club.‎ 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。‎ ‎17. Why is it the speaker’s last year? ‎ A. He will never teach again.‎ B. He will stop teaching at this school.‎ C. He will teach a different subject next.‎ ‎18. Where will the speaker go first? ‎ A. India. B. China. C. Australia.‎ ‎19. What kind of children will the speaker help? ‎ A. Lazy and poor. B. Smart but disabled. C. Intelligent but poor.‎ ‎20. What does the speaker hope to do in Australia? ‎ A. Start a travel project.‎ B. Assist natives to find jobs.‎ C. Help local people go to university.‎ 第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分35分）‎ 第一节（共10个小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分）‎ 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。‎ A All across the nation，in Americans’ backyards and garages and living rooms, wild animals kept as pets live side by side with their human owners. It’s believed that more exotic animals live in American homes than are cared for in American zoos. The exotic-pet business has drawn criticism from animal welfare advocates and wildlife conservationists alike, who say it’s not only dangerous to bring wildlife into households but it’s cruel and criminal. Yet the issue is far from black or white.‎ The term exotic pet has no firm definition. It can refer to any wildlife kept in human households or simply to a pet that’s more unusual than the common dog or cat. Privately owning exotic animals is currently permitted in a handful of states with no restrictions in America. Adam Roberts of Born Free USA keeps a running database ‎ of deaths and injuries caused by exotic-pet ownership: In Connecticut a 55-year-old woman’s face was permanently disfigured by her friend’s lifelong pet monkey；in Ohio an 80-year-old man was attacked by a 200-pound kangaroo；in Nebraska a 34-year-old man was strangled(勒)to death by his pet snake. And that list does not include the number of people who become sick from coming into contact with zoonotic(动物传染的) diseases.‎ Some people see wild animals as pets as a way to connect with the natural world. Other exotic-pet owners say they are motivated by a desire to preserve threatened species. They believe climate change and human population growth could wipe out a species in record time, so having a backup population is a good idea. ‎ But some groups like Born Free USA and the World Wildlife Fund say that captive breeding(圈养)of endangered species by private owners—whether for commercial, conservation, or educational reasons—serves only to continue a booming market for exotic animals. That, in turn, results in a greater risk to animals still living in their natural habitat.‎ ‎21. Which word can replace the phrase “far from black or white” in Paragraph 1?‎ A. contradictory B. ridiculous C. controversial D. universal ‎22. What’s the main idea of Paragraph 3?‎ A. The reasons for keeping exotic animals as pets.‎ B. The concerns about the endangered wild animals.‎ C. The different opinions between people who keep exotic pets.‎ D. The disadvantages of privately owning exotic animals.‎ ‎23. The last paragraph of the text is intended to_______.‎ A. introduce some animal protection groups B. argue against keeping exotic animals in captivity C. warn people of the danger of animals being caught D. prove captive breeding can encourage exotic-pet business B The American dream is the faith held by many people in the United States of America that through hard work, courage, creativity and determination, they can achieve a better life for themselves. More specifically, they agree on how to get ahead in America: get a college education, find a reliable job, and buy their own house. But do Americans still believe in that path, and if they do, is it attainable?‎ The most recent National Journal poll(民意测验，投票) asked participants about the American dream, what it takes to achieve their goal, and whether or not they felt the control over their ability to be successful. Obviously, the results show that today, the idea of the American dream and what it takes to achieve it looks quite different from it did in the late 20th century. By the large, people felt that their actions and hard work --- not outside forces --- were the deciding factors in how their lives turned out. But the participants had definitely mixed feelings about what actions make for a better life in the current economy.‎ In the last seven years, Americans have grown more pessimistic about the power of education to lead to success. Even though they see going to college as a fairly achievable goal, a majority 52 percent think that young people do not need a 4-year college education in order to be successful.‎ Miguel Maeda, 42, who has a master’s degree and works in public health, was the first in his family to go to college, which has allowed him to achieve a sense of financial stability(稳定) his parents and grandparents never did. While some, like Maeda, emphasized the value of a degree rather than the education itself, others still see college as a way to gain new viewpoints and life experiences. Sixty-year-old Will Fendley, who had a successful career in the military and never earned a college degree, think “personal drive” is far more important than just go to college. To Fendley, a sense of drive and purpose, as well as an effective high-school education, and basic life skills, like balancing a checkbook(支票簿), are the necessary elements for a successful life in America.‎ ‎24. It was commonly acknowledged that to succeed in America, one had to have ____.‎ A. a sense of drive and purpose B. an advanced academic degree C. a firm belief in their dream D. an ambition to get ahead ‎25. What is the finding of the latest National Journal poll concerning the American dream?‎ A. More and more Americans are finding it hard to realize.‎ B. It remains alive among the majority of American people.‎ C. An increasing number of young Americans are abandoning it.‎ D. Americans’ idea of it has changed over the past few decades.‎ ‎26. How do some Americans view college education these days?‎ A. It helps broaden their minds. B. It needs to be strengthened.‎ C. It widens cultural diversity. D. It promotes gender (性别) equality.‎ C The earliest known copy of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa—thought to have been painted at the same time as the original masterpiece—has been discovered at the Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain. The work offers art-lovers an attractive clue to what the model for the world’s most famous painting really looked like. Controllers of the museum found the picture hidden beneath layers of paints during restoration work on a picture initially thought to have been a later replica（exact copy） of the Mona Lisa.‎ The restored version shows the same woman that Leonardo depicted (描画), against a landscape similar to that shown in the background of the original, which now hangs in the Louvre in Paris. And while the features of Leonardo’s Mona Lisa have been dulled by centuries of dirt and layers of cracked paints—which are unlikely ever to be removed—in the recently-rediscovered copy, she appears fresher-faced and younger than her better-known “twin”.‎ News of the find was revealed at a meeting at London’s National Gallery, linked to its “Leonardo da Vinci: Painter at the Court of Milan” exhibition. “This sensational (轰动的) find will transform our understanding of the world’s most famous ‎ picture,” the Art Newspaper reported, adding that the clues found on the Madrid version suggest that the original and the copy were begun at the same time and painted next to each other, as the work went on.‎ Miguel Falomir, manager of Italian painting at the Prado, told reporters that expert analysis suggested a strong link between Leonardo and the artist who painted the copy. “The painting was done in the painter’s own workshop,” he said. “It is absolutely consistent with Leonardo’s work, but Leonardo didn’t actually do any work on it himself.”‎ ‎27. Which of the following is TRUE about the new version of the Mona Lisa?‎ A. It was a restored version by Leonardo. ‎ B. It was painted much later than the original version.‎ C. It is better preserved than the original one. ‎ D. It has been dulled by layers of cracked paints.‎ ‎28. We can learn from the third paragraph that ________.、‎ A. the new version of the Mona Lisa went on display at a meeting.‎ B. there would be two versions of the Mona Lisa at the exhibition.‎ C. Leonardo was made to paint with another painter meanwhile.‎ D. the new finding affects the understanding of the original version.‎ ‎29. What can we infer from the text?‎ A. The artist painted the copy in his home.‎ B. The artist who painted the copy must have been Leonardo’s student.‎ C. The artist finished painting the copy under Leonardo’s guidance.‎ D. The artist who painted the copy had close relation with Leonardo.‎ ‎30. What is the main idea of the text?‎ A. The Prado Museum has discovered the earliest copy of the Mona Lisa.‎ B. The Prado Museum restored the earliest copy of the Mona Lisa.‎ C. The Prado Museum displayed the recently-rediscovered copy of the Mona Lisa in Spain.‎ D. The Prado Museum offers art-lovers a better understanding of Leonardo.‎ 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。选项中有两项为多余选项。‎ How to Be Happy ‎ 31 Being happy often means continually finding satisfaction, a feeling of joy, and a sense that your life is meaningful during all kinds of problems—that does not depend upon finding ease or comfort. A sense of happiness is good for your health, so what can we do to have that?‎ Change your thoughts.‎ People have a natural tendency to remember negative experiences but forget positive ones. However, thanks to adaptability, you can actually change the way your brain functions. You can train yourself to be happier by seeking your kind of fun. 32 ‎ Cultivate optimism.‎ ‎ 33 It's a way of interpreting everything that happens to you. For example, a pessimistic person might say, “I’m terrible at math. I'm going to fail that test tomorrow. I might as well just watch TV.” However, an optimistic person would say something like “I’m concerned about doing well on that test tomorrow, but I'm going to study as well as I can and do my best.” Optimism doesn’t deny the reality of challenges, but it interprets how you approach them differently. ‎ Practice active gratitude. ‎ A lot of researches confirm that gratitude is good for you. It reduces anxiety and depression, helps you become more positive, strengthens your relationships with others, and encourages compassion. 34 ‎ Determine your core values.‎ Your core values determine how you think about yourself, your life, and the world around you. These beliefs guide your decision-making. They may be spiritual, or they may not, but they’re the things that are fundamental to how you look at life. Whatever your values are, research suggests that when you aren’t living your life and making choices that are not fit for your values, you’re likely to feel unhappy and dissatisfied.‎ ‎ 35 ‎ Begin by imagining yourself in the future when you have gotten to where you want to be. Pick a few goals and imagine that you have achieved them.‎ A. For example, occupy your mind with positive thoughts by practicing mindfulness. ‎ B. Happiness is not a simple goal, but is about making progress. ‎ C. Contact a hotline.‎ D. It also has been shown to increase your feelings of happiness. ‎ E. Visualize your “best possible self.” ‎ F. Optimism is more than just positive expectations. ‎ G. Look for the positive in all your experiences. ‎ 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分45分）‎ 第一节： 完形填空（共20题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）‎ 阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和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。‎ For many people today, reading is no longer relaxation. To keep up their work, they must read letters, reports, trade publications, interoffice communications, not to mention newspapers and magazines: a never-ending flood of words. In 36 a job or advancing in one, the ability to read and comprehend 37 can mean the difference between success and failure. Yet the unfortunate fact is that most of us are 38 readers. Most of us develop poor reading 39 at an early age, and never get over them. The main deficiency 40 in the actual stuff of language itself—words. Taken individually, words have 41 meaning until they are strung together into phrases, sentences and paragraphs. 42 , however, the untrained reader does not read groups of words. He painfully reads one word at a time, often regressing to 43 words or passages. Regression, the tendency to look back over 44 you have just read, is a common bad habit in reading. Another habit which 45 down the speed of reading is vocalization—sounding each word either orally or mentally as 46 reads.‎ To overcome these bad habits, some reading clinics used a(n) 47 called an accelerator, which moves a bar (or curtain) down the page at a predetermined speed. The bar is set at a slightly faster rate 48 the reader finds comfortable, in order to “stretch” him. The accelerator forces the reader to read fast, 49 word-by-word reading, regression and sub vocalization, practically impossible. At first 50 is sacrificed for speed. But when you learn to read ideas and concepts, you will not only read faster, 51 your comprehension will improve. Many people have found 52 reading skill drastically improved after some training. 53 —Charles Au, a business manager, for instance, his reading rate was a reasonably good 172 words a minute 54 the training, now it is an excellent 1,378 words a minute. He is delighted that how he can 55 a lot more reading material in a short period of time.‎ ‎36. A. applying B. doing C. offering D. getting ‎ ‎37. A. quickly B. easily C. roughly D. decidedly ‎ ‎38. A. good B. curious C. poor D. urgent ‎39. A. training B. habits C. situations D. custom ‎ ‎40. A. lies B. combines C. touches D. involves ‎ ‎41. A. some B. a lot C. little D. dull ‎42. A. Fortunately B. Actually C. Logically D. Unfortunately ‎ ‎43. A. reuse B. reread C. rewrite D. recite ‎ ‎44. A. what B. which C. that D. if ‎ ‎45. A. scales B. cuts C. slows D. measures ‎46. A. someone B. one C. the one D. reader ‎ ‎47. A. device B. screen C. obstacle D. equipment ‎48. A. then B. as C. beyond D. than ‎ ‎49. A. enabling B. leading C. making D. indicating ‎50. A. meaning B. comprehension C. reading D. regression ‎ ‎51. A. but B. nor C. or D. for ‎52. A. our B. your C. their D. such a ‎ ‎53. A. Set B. Take C. Make D. Consider ‎54. A. for B. in C. after D. before ‎55. A. come over B. go over C. get across D. get through ‎ ‎ ‎ 非选择题部分 第三部分 语言运用 （共两节，满分45分）‎ 第二节：语篇填空（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。‎ The British have been drinking tea for over 350 years. But in fact, the history of tea goes much 56 (far) back.‎ The story of tea begins in China. According to the legend, the Chinese emperor Shen Nung was sitting 57 a tree while his servant boiled drinking water, when some leaves from the tree blew into the water. Shen Nung, 58 expert in herbal medicine, decided to try the water his servant created. As a result, it tasted so good that later the drink was 59 we now call tea. ‎ It is 60 (possible) to know whether there is any truth in this story. 61 , tea drinking certainly was established in China many centuries before it had even been heard of in the west. Containers of tea 62 (find) in tombs dating from the Han dynasty (206BC-220AD) before tea was firmly established as the national drink of China in the Tang dynasty (618-906AD). It became 63 a favorite thing that during the late eighth century, a writer 64 (call) Lu Yu wrote the first book entirely about tea, the Ch’a Ching, or Tea Classic. It was shortly after this that tea was first introduced to Japan, by Japanese Buddhist monks who had travelled to China to study before. Tea drinking has become a vital part of Japanese culture, 65 may be rooted in the sprit described in the Ch’a Ching. ‎ 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）‎ 假定你是某高中学生会主席李华，为增强全校师生的安全意识，你校本周三上午准备进行一次消防演习，请你代表学生会写一份书面通知，要点如下： ‎ ‎1．活动目的；‎ ‎2．活动时间；‎ ‎3．活动安排（听到火警铃声有序撤离；听消防员安全讲座）。‎ ‎4. 注意事项。‎ 参考词汇：消防演习fire drill; 火警铃fire alarm; 消防通道firefighting accesses。‎ 注意：1．词数80左右；‎ ‎2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ 第二节 概要写作（满分25分）‎ 阅读下面短文,根据其内容写一篇 60 词左右的内容概要。‎ Over the past few years, there has been a big increase in the number of people sharing information online. In this article we will learn about some positive factors for people to share information online.‎ We often share information with our friends in the office or at home to educate, entertain or pleasantly surprise them. In this way we can connect with others. This is also true while sharing information online. If you look at the Facebook wall posts of your friends, you will realize that most of their updates are usually famous quotes, entertaining videos, inspirational images, funny jokes, etc. 94% of those who responded to a survey by the new York Times said they put a lot of thought into how the content they are sharing will be beneficial to others.‎ A lot of people share information online to represent their true self to the outside world. Some people, especially those who are shy and not comfortable talking about their areas of interest in the presence of others, find it extremely convenient to share that information online with like-minded individuals. ‎ ‎78% of the respondents in the study of The New York Times said they shared information online because it helps them develop better relationships. Today, a lot of people do not have the time to meet each other in person and the Internet has become ‎ a great substitute. A lot of people now “meet” each other online, rather than in conventional places like restaurants and pubs.‎ Lastly, when we share our thoughts online, we are actively engaging with the vast community of people who are a part of the World Wide Web. Sharing information will make a difference to the viewpoint of others, or add to their understanding about the world.‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎______________________________________________________________________________‎ ‎ 答卷 一.听力。‎ ‎1—5 AABAC 6—10 ACACC 11—15 BBABC 16—20 BBACC 二.阅读理解。‎ ‎21-23 CAB 24-26 BDA 27-30CDDA 三.七选五31-35 BAFDE 四. 完形填空。‎ ‎36-40 DACBA 41-45 CDBAC 46-50 BADCB 51-55 ACBDD 五.语法填空（共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分）‎ ‎ 56. further 57. under/beneath 58. an 59. what 60. impossible ‎ ‎61. However 62. had been found 63. such 64. called 65. which ‎ 六. 应用文。‎ ‎ Notice A fire drill will be held in our school on Wednesday morning this week in order to improve everyone’s awareness of fire safety. We are supposed to perform as follows.‎ When hearing the fire alarm, everyone should quickly and orderly leave the buildings through the firefighting accesses and gather together on the playground. Shortly afterwards, a lecture about safety knowledge will be given by a professional firefighter. ‎ The fire drill is of such instructive and educational importance that one shouldn’t miss it. Please be present on time and hope everyone will benefit from it.‎ Students’ Union ‎ ‎ 七. 概要写作 参考范文 ‎ Possible version: ‎ People increasingly share information online for several positive reasons.(要点1) Most people hope what they share will benefit others. (要点2)Some people show their true self by sharing information online. (要点3) People also meet each other online to keep in touch with friends instead of traditional ways.(要点4) Quite a few people share their thoughts online hoping to influence others viewpoints in a positive way.(要点5）‎ 听力参考材料 Text 1 ‎ W: The weather is terrible.‎ M: Yes. It was sunny and warm yesterday, but the wind is really strong now. (1)‎ Text 2 ‎ W: I’m not sure what to take next semester. The Italian film class is supposed to be a lot of fun, (2) but French history would be better for my major. ‎ M: You could just try something completely new and take music!‎ W: I’ve already done that…‎ Text 3‎ M: Mom, I need new clothes! My clothes are too small now, and the kids make fun of me.‎ W: We’ll go to the supermarket tonight. (3) Just shirts and pants?‎ M: My running shoes are tight, too.‎ Text 4 ‎ M: That was a very interesting movie. It was funny throughout, but there was a little action, too.‎ W: Yeah, but only a little. Most of the time I was crying with laughter. (4)‎ Text 5 ‎ M: There’s so much history in this city. Isn’t it amazing to think that these buildings have been around for centuries?‎ W: I know. It says in the guidebook this has been the capital city since the 1600’s. (5)‎ Text 6 ‎ M: This show has been running for too many seasons. The characters are so old and boring now. The TV producers should take it off the air! (6)‎ W: Why do you still watch it, then? ‎ M: I like the style of the show. I like the surprise endings. The show must have good writers. But it definitely needs new actors. ‎ W: Maybe they should just make it into a movie, (7) since it’s such a popular show. Then you would just have to watch about two hours of it, and the material could be so much richer.‎ M: That’s a good idea. They might also make more money that way, if it turns out well.‎ ‎★ off the air：停止播送（电视、广播）‎ The TV producers should take it off the air! 电视制片人应该停止这个节目的播放！‎ Text 7 (第8题为推断题) ‎ M: I have one: I’m the head of an Internet giant, and I’m worth more than 40 billion dollars.‎ W: I know! Jack Ma.‎ M: Right! Your turn.‎ W: I started as a house maid, but I became the only female emperor in China…‎ M: Easy! Wu Zetian! See if you can figure out this one. I was a great artist who died too young. I acted in many action movies…‎ W: Bruce Lee, of course. But we aren’t supposed to use people who were born outside of China. Bruce Lee was born in San Francisco.‎ M: He was raised in Hong Kong, so I thought that counted. ‎ W: I’ll let that one go. My next one is: I am a teacher from Qufu. (9)‎ M: It could be none other than Confucius. (9)‎ W: Wrong! It’s me. (9) Remember that you have the men and I have the women!‎ ‎★ giant：巨头；大公司 I’m the head of an Internet giant. 我是一家互联网巨头的领导者。‎ ‎★ none other than：不是别的；正是……‎ It could be none other than Confucius. 那一定就是孔子啦。‎ Text 8 (第10题为推断题) ‎ M: This year, class, our school is going green. It will be turned into a place that is good for the environment. We’re going to use solar power for the building’s electricity needs, and all of our waste will be sorted and recycled. And our class will be involved in one of the projects. We’re going to work on the living roof. (11)‎ W: Mr. Lin, what is a living roof? (11)‎ M: Good question, Ann. We’re going to build a large garden on the roof of the school building. (11) Have you heard of anything like that before?‎ W: I’ve seen one on the top of a shopping mall. ‎ M: Excellent! This trend is starting to catch on in China. Our school garden will contain many fruit and vegetable plants which will be used for cafeteria lunches. Besides helping the environment, it will lower the cost of lunch. There will be a lot of flowers, too. Do you know why, Ann? (12)‎ W: Because they will attract bees! And bees help plants grow. (12)‎ M: Exactly. Bees do more than just make honey!‎ ‎★ catch on：受欢迎；流行起来；变得时髦 The trend is starting to catch on in China. 这种趋势在中国开始流行起来。‎ Text 9 (第13题为推断题)‎ W: Are you busy tomorrow night? I’m going over to the Workers Club to play volleyball if you’d like to come along. (14)‎ M: Isn’t that far away?‎ W: Not really. If you take the No.3 bus, you can get there in 10 minutes. And if ‎ volleyball doesn’t interest you, they’ve got a huge indoor swimming pool, a weight room, and indoor tracks. It’s a great place to meet people.‎ M: Now that you mention it, it would be nice to get away from the computer center for a change, and I really should get some more exercise. (15) Working up a sweat in a ball game or the weight room would be nice. I’ve gotten so fat.‎ W: Look at me. You’re not the only one! In high school, I had a lot more time to play sports. Now, the little spare time I have must be used wisely! At least the club is open until midnight. (16)‎ M: I guess it’s worth a visit. Did you say you’re going tomorrow night?‎ W: Yeah. I try to go there a few nights a week.‎ M: OK, I’ll come, too. How about meeting me in front of the cinema at eight, and we’ll catch the bus there?‎ W: Sure, see you then.‎ ‎★ work up a sweat：冒汗；运动到大汗淋漓 Working up a sweat in a ball game or the weight room would be nice.‎ 打球或者举重直到大汗淋漓将会非常不错。‎ Text 10‎ Well, class, my last year of teaching high school has finally come. Many of my students have asked me not to retire, but I am getting old and have other things I would like to do. (17) I will always need to teach, and now my new projects are going to take me to different parts of the world. First, I’ll go to India. (18) I plan to help some friends start a school for very smart students who come from poor families. There are many highly intelligent kids who don’t get a chance to keep studying because they’re poor. (19) Our school will also get support from a China-based program that helps the families of these students, so the kids don’t need to drop out of school to work. When this project gets going, my next stop will be Australia. I have always wanted to visit that country, but what really attracts me is a group that helps the native people earn college degrees. (20) And after Australia, who knows? I’m sure I will find more educational projects to keep me busy!‎