2019-2020学年江苏省南京市高一上学期选拔考试英语试卷 Word版

2019-2020学年江苏省南京市高一上学期选拔考试英语试卷 Word版

英 语 试 卷 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，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 does the man suggest the woman do?‎ A. Learn slowly. B. Practise more. C. Take lessons.‎ ‎2. Whose birthday party will the speakers attend?‎ A. Karl’s. B. Derek’s. C. Amy’s.‎ ‎3. Why is the woman in a hurry?‎ A. She is heading for school.‎ B. She wants to get a book.‎ C. She has to pick up the man.‎ ‎4. What does the man ask the woman to do?‎ A. Lower her voice. B. Do the laundry. C. Paint the wall.‎ ‎5. Where does the conversation probably take place?‎ A. At the hotel. B. At the station. C. At the customs.‎ 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 do we know about the woman?‎ A. She enjoys the parties. B. She has put on weight. C. She does exercise regularly.‎ ‎7. What does the man advise the woman to eat?‎ A. Natural foods. B. Hot dogs. C. Cookies.‎ 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。‎ ‎8. What kind of coffee does the man prefer?‎ A. Black. B. Strong. C. Sweet.‎ ‎9. Which drink does the man like most?‎ A. Tea. B. Coffee. C. Juice.‎ ‎10. What is the man going to do?‎ A. Leave a tip. B. Get a jar. C. Meet a friend.‎ 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。‎ ‎11. What did Jay do on New Year’s Day?‎ A. He went back home. B. He joined in a parade. C. He stayed with the host family.‎ ‎12. When is the Rose Parade usually held?‎ A. On January 1st. B. On New Year’s Eve. C. Every Sunday.‎ ‎13. What are the speakers mainly talking about?‎ A. Pop bands. B. Sports events. C. New Year celebrations.‎ 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。‎ ‎14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?‎ A. Classmates. B. Colleagues. C. Teacher and student.‎ ‎15. When will the woman get the result of the in-person interview?‎ A. A few months later. B. In less than a month. C. After graduation.‎ ‎16. What does the man plan to do?‎ A. Focus on his studies. B. Attend job interviews. C. Look for solutions.‎ 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。‎ ‎17. Who founded the British Museum?‎ A. Sir Hans Sloane. B. King George II. C. The UK government.‎ ‎18. What can we learn about the museum?‎ A. It is round. B. It is totally free. C. It has global collections.‎ ‎19. Where is the Easter Island Statue exhibited?‎ A. In Room4. B. In Room24. C. In Room 40.‎ ‎20. Who is Neil?‎ A. A travel guide. B. A tourist. C. A program host.‎ 第二部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分40分）‎ 第一节 单项选择（10小题；每小题1分，共10分）‎ ‎21.As a splendid secretary, Mr.Howell always keeps the manager _____ of what's going on at home  and abroad, so he deserves ______.‎ ‎ A. to be informed;  to be praised B. informing;  praising ‎ C. informed;  praised D. informed;  praising ‎22. He is the person ______, I believe, has the ability to do this challenging job.‎ ‎ A. who B. whom C. him D. which ‎23. Every minute and every second should be made full _____of ______ the finals.‎ ‎ A. use;  to prepare for B. use;  to prepare C. use;  preparing for D. used; being prepared for ‎24.They only _______ me half price for the fashionable skirt. ‎ ‎ A. earned B. charged C. exchanged D. donated ‎ ‎25. I ______there with my friends every morning, since the opening of a new sports park near my community,‎ ‎ A. have jogged B. jog C. are jogging D. have been jogging ‎26. If you happen to go to that river, you’ll find it more dangerous than commonly _______.‎ A. supposing B. to have supposed C. being supposed D. supposed ‎27. — I’d like to book a room for tonight. ‎ ‎— Sorry, sir, but we don’t have any rooms______ right now. ‎ ‎ A. unable B. comfortable C. suitable D. available ‎28. The poor studying conditions the students are looking forward to _____ have attracted the local government’s attention.‎ A. see improved B. seeing improved C. saw improving D. seeing ‎ ‎29. At the end of last year, a gas explosion happened in a coal mine in Chifeng Inner Mongolia, _____ at least 30 people, some of _____ were local people.‎ A. having killed; them B. killed; who C. killing; whom D. killing; them ‎30. — Honey, I regret to say I can’t go to the get-together tonight. I’m tired out.‎ ‎ — Oh, come on! ________.‎ A. Don’t pull my leg B. Don’t be a wet blanket C. Don’t be a black sheep D. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket 第二节 完形填空 (20小题；每小题1.5分,共30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 Dog’s Day in Court We used to live about a quarter mile from a train crossing. Our dog, Lenny, had a very annoying habit: he howled (嚎叫) whenever a train whistled for the crossing, due to his very 31 hearing. Outside or in the house, he howled and howled 32 the train went by. When the wind was 33 , he would even howl for the crossings farther down the 34 . We learned to 35 the noise, mainly because we loved our pet so much.‎ Early one morning while we were eating breakfast, we heard a long very high sound of a train’s 36 efforts followed by a terrible crash. We 37 out and discovered a twisted car jammed on the cowcatcher (排障器) of the massive locomotive (火车头). Unfortunately, the driver of the car had died 38 .‎ Back in the house, we called the local rescue workers. But we all immediately said to each other, “Lenny didn’t howl. The whistle could not have blown!”‎ At the 39 , my brother recognized what was left of the car 40 that of his friend’s father and knew the sad news would now have to be 41 to the family. When the rescue team arrived, my brother told them, “The engineer couldn’t have blown the 42 because our dog did not howl. And he always does!”‎ The story of Lenny’s howling 43 rapidly around our small town as everyone 44 in the sorrow of the wife and family. Left without the 45 , the family of nine was in a difficult situation. One of the county’s best-known lawyers 46 to pursue a claim against, by now, the infamous (声名狼藉的) Soo Line Cooperation for the sake of the widow and children. The lawyer hired an investigator and recording technician, who, for days, at all hours, visited our home listening for oncoming trains and 47 recording Lenny’s howl. Lenny never 48 to respond with his howl to the sharp sound of an approaching (靠近地) train.‎ The taped evidence, 49 in court, along with the testimony (证词) of my family members, convinced the judge and jury. The settlement 50 to the family secured their home and future. County court records give evidence of the success of a “dog’s day in court!(法庭)”‎ ‎31. A. sensitive B. public C. dull D. enough ‎32. A. unless B. until C. before D. although ‎33. A. soft B. right C. small D. sharp ‎34. A. car B. train C. house D. track ‎35. A. keep up with B. give in to C. put up with D. live up to ‎36. A. speeding B. approaching C. operating D. braking ‎37. A. headed B. marched C. dashed D. started ‎38. A. peacefully B. naturally C. eventually D. immediately ‎39. A. agency B. corner C. scene D. entrance ‎40. A. as B. for C. like D. by ‎41. A. introduced B. conveyed C. declared D. leaked ‎42. A. sign B. whistle C. howl D. wind ‎43. A. spread B. disappeared C. flowed D. delivered ‎44. A. suffered B. abandoned C. shared D. struggled ‎45. A. assistant B. master C. breadwinner D. host ‎46. A. happened B. decided C. refused D. demanded ‎47. A. lively B. occasionally C. secretly D. honestly ‎48. A. failed B. bothered C. refused D. managed ‎49. A. bought B. exposed C. borrowed D. presented ‎50. A. donated B. awarded C. fetched D. distributed 第三部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）‎ 第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30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。‎ A Adult Education Courses Computer Studies Technology is advancing at a rapid pace, and we rely more and more on computers for everything from cooking to organising our taxes. This six-week course will give you an understanding of computer fundamentals, including the use of software packages (Word, Excel and Powerpoint) and how to use the Internet.‎ Start: May 2,2019‎ Time: Wed 7 pm-9pm Cost:$300‎ Length:6 weeks Place: Sydney College Woodwork Learn the basics of woodworking with simple hands-on projects to build your confidence and skills. Each lesson explores a different area of woodworking that will provide you with the skills needed for any woodworking project. Flexible learning allows you to choose only the lessons that interest you.‎ Start: April 15,2019‎ Time: Mon 5 pm-7pm Cost:$30 per lesson Length:12 weeks Place: Adult Learning Centre Web Design Provides advanced training in software, design, and coding for the web. Students must have already completed a recognised basic web design course or have at least 2 years' relevant work experience. Students completing the course will receive the Diploma in Advanced Web Design.‎ Start: June 1,2019‎ Time: Weekdays 9 am-4pm Cost:$4,990‎ Length:40 weeks Place: University of Technology Art This practical course is intended to help established artists take their creativity further. From sketching and colour, to composition, painting and experimenting with style, you will study and explore an engaging variety of creative media and subject matter.‎ Start: April 21,2019‎ Time: Thur 3 pm-6pm Cost:$750‎ Length:15 weeks Place: City Art ‎51. Which courses are suitable for beginners?‎ A. Web Design and Art. B. Computer Studies and Art.‎ C. Woodwork and Web Design. D. Computer Studies and Woodwork.‎ ‎52. Which course awards students an official certificate?‎ A. Art. B. Woodwork. C. Web Design. D. Computer Studies.‎ ‎53. How much will a student who attends only half of all the Woodwork lessons pay in total?‎ A. $30. B. $180. C. $250. D. $360.‎ B Based on new analysis, we are rapidly approaching major climate change and the effects on society and the environment could be quite severe. Geographers predict that within the next eighty years, current world climate zones could shift and some could completely disappear. Polar regions will get colder while tropical regions will get even hotter, forcing animals to migrate (迁徙) north.‎ Climate changes like these could lead to the spread of diseases. Tropical storms and hurricanes will not only increase but may also become more intense. If the changes come too quickly, animal and plant species may not be able to adapt fast enough and could disappear.‎ According to Science Daily, a new study predicts that by the year 2100, many of today's familiar climates will be replaced by climates unknown in today's world. It is urgent that we reduce the risks of these farreaching consequences for the whole world. The planet itself has been showing signs of change. In 2004, a serious tsunami created by a major earthquake killed thousands in Sumatra and in 2008, thousands died in China because of another severe earthquake. Egypt was hit in 2009 with a major earthquake and Haiti was devastated in 2010 by yet another massive earthquake. ‎ Within just the last few months, new reports from around the world have been coming in and most agree that our climate situation is much worse than previously thought. At this point, it doesn't matter what is causing it, but rather, what can be done about it. What's more, our world is getting more and more unstable every year. There is war and threat of war everywhere. Natural disasters are becoming more frequent and serious.‎ However, other planets are experiencing global warming as well as our own and some scientists believe there may be some connection between this. No one knows anything for sure at this point because there is simply not enough data.‎ ‎54. Which of the following would be the best title for the passage ?‎ A. Ways to protect our planet B. Solutions to climate change C. Be prepared for climate change D. Climate change and its effects ‎55. What is the author's purpose in using the examples of earthquakes?‎ A. To show the damage earthquakes caused. ‎ B. To remind people to prevent future earthquakes.‎ C. To show major changes are taking place on the planet.‎ D. To tell us more earthquakes will happen in the future. ‎ ‎56. What does the underlined word “devastated” in Paragraph 3 mean?‎ A. separated.　　 　B. destroyed. C. removed. D. affected.‎ ‎57. What can be inferred from the passage?‎ A. Animals and plants won't die out as long as climate changes slowly.‎ B. There's enough data for us to predict the future of climate change.‎ C. The world is getting more unstable because of animal migration.‎ D. The earth is not the only planet that is experiencing climate change.‎ C Two years ago, photographer Gen started his latest project visiting local communities in Latin America. The photo that gave birth to his “You are so beautiful” project was entirely unplanned.‎ In January 2015, Gen was in San Cristobal de las Casas, Mexico. He had been trying to get his female subject to feel more comfortable before his camera, and when a request for her to smile didn’t quite work, he found himself telling her she was beautiful. The result of his shot was so sincere and heartwarming that he decided he had found the concept of his new project. Gen is still on his journey to capture the power of this compliment (赞美). The photos he’s already published on his website, however, show the unbelievable effect these simple words can have.‎ When asked to have her photo taken, Mathilda from Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, said, “I don’t have any teeth. Please don’t make me laugh.” After being told she was beautiful, she didn’t seem to mind anymore. “She and I laughed a lot. It was a nice moment.” Gen said.‎ Margarita was selling fruit on a street in Otavalo, Ecuador, when Gen approached her. She agreed to pose for a picture after the photographer bought some of her fruit, but still didn’t smile when he asked her to. Her smile was genuine, though, when she heard the compliment.‎ Gen met Juliana in a village in northern Colombia where desert meets the Caribbean Sea. The region is extremely dry, with some months seeing almost no rain, and Juliana wore a mask to protect her face from the sun. She was selling handicrafts when Gen approached her, and smiled happily when she received the compliment.‎ Mimba and baby Maya are from Brazil’s Marubo tribe. Mimba was shy, and it was only on the second visit to her home that the photographer finally got her permission to take her photo. She seemed to relax, though, when he paid her a compliment.‎ ‎58. Where was the inspiration for Gen’s latest project from?‎ A. His unplanned travel. B. Praise for his photos.‎ C. A shooting experience. D. His love for photography.‎ ‎59. Who did Gen meet twice?‎ A. Mimba. B. Margarita. C. Mathilda. D. Juliana.‎ ‎60. What do the examples convey?‎ A. Gen thought highly of his subjects.‎ B. Sincere praise makes successful shots.‎ C. Complimenting applies to nearly all women.‎ D. Women are nervous when having photos taken.‎ ‎61. What is the author’s purpose in writing the text?‎ A. To introduce the effect of photography.‎ B. To provide some advice on complimenting.‎ C. To share his experiences of complimenting.‎ D. To show the amazing power of complimenting.‎ D ‎“Regardless of social class, race and age, men say they hate to shop,” says Zukin, City University of New York sociology professor. “Yet when you ask them deeper questions, it turns out that they like to shop. Men generally like to shop for books, music and hardware. But if you ask them about the shopping they do for books or music, they'll say, ‘Well, that's not shopping. That's research.’”‎ In other words, what men and women call “buying things” and how they approach that task are different.‎ Women will wander through several 1,000squaremetre stores in search of the perfect party dress. Men will wander through 100 Internet sites in search of the perfect digital camcorder. Women see shopping as a social event. Men see it as a special task or a game to be won.‎ ‎“Men are frequently shopping to win,” says Ann, a marketing professor at Loyola University of Chicago. “They want to get the best deal. They want to get the best and latest one and if they do that, it makes them happy. When women shop, they're doing it in a way that they want everybody to be very happy,” says Ann. “They're kind of shopping for love.”‎ ‎“Teenage girls learn to shop from their mums and elder sisters, and they also learn to shop by examining articles in magazines like Seventeen,” Zukin says. “And although men's magazines such as GQ and Esquire have long had shopping articles, it's TV that has the eye of young male shoppers,” say Ann and Zukin.‎ ‎“Television shows are used by young men in the same way Seventeen or Lucky is used by girls,” says Zukin, “to help make clothing and toiletry choices.”‎ ‎“Of course, there are men who love to shop and are proud of it,” Ann says. And that is important no matter whether you buy a car or a frying pan. All men love to buy but don't want to get cheated. Ann adds, “There actually are men who are interested, for example, in cooking or shopping or chinaware or things around the home—they become kind of girl magnets. Women like it.”‎ ‎62. From the first paragraph we can find that .‎ A. men like to shop in fact B. men are all dishonest ‎ C. men hate to shop actually D. men are all booklovers ‎63. Compared to women, men usually treat shopping .‎ A. honestly B. frequently C. seriously D. foolishly ‎64. As is shown in this passage, teenage girls go shopping .‎ A. only with their sisters B. often following magazines C. only with their mums D. often following TV shows ‎65. The underlined word “magnets” in the last paragraph means “ ”.‎ A. vegetables that make women beautiful B. magazines that attract young women C. persons that have a powerful attraction D. tools that can help housewives much 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。‎ One of the areas of our body which conveys most about how we feel is how we move our hands and arms. 66 ,but most often they occur unconsciously and naturally.‎ ‎ 67 . Open hands and arms, especially extended, and with hands up in front of the body at chest height, indicates that what you're saying is important, and, especially when people are speaking in public, a pointing finger or a hand waving above the shoulders stresses a personal point. However, research shows that people often find speakers who point their fingers a lot rather annoying.‎ Openness or honesty. 68 , they will often hold one or both of their hands out to the other person. Footballers who have just committed a foul(犯规) often use this gesture to try to convince the referee that they didn't do it.‎ Nervousness. If a person puts his hand to his mouth，this either indicates that he is hiding something, or that he is nervous. 69 , and so does holding a bag or briefcase very tightly in front of the body.‎ Feeling defensive. Arms folded tightly over the chest is a classic gesture of defensiveness and indicates that you are protecting yourself. It is often seen among strangers in queues or in lifts or anywhere where people feel a bit insecure. People also sometimes use this gesture when they are listening to someone, to show that they disagree with what is being said. 70 !‎ A. Saying something important B. When people want to be open or honest C. Hand and arm gestures are sometimes intentional D. But this gesture can simply mean that the person is cold E. This gesture is typical of lawyers，accountants, and other professionals F. Playing with your fingers, like tapping the table, also shows anxiety G. When someone puts up his both hands, he probably gives in to his enemies 第四部分：语法填空(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)‎ 阅读下面文章，在空白处填入1个适当的单词，或括号内单词的正确形式。‎ There are always some people spreading negativity in the work place. For them, the temperature is never right, the boss is always a fool, the canteen food is awful, and they feel they are treated (71) ______ (fair).‎ Career experts say such habitual complainers are highly contagious(会蔓延的), (72) ______‎ ‎ attitudes can easily affect an entire team in a company. “While some complaints might be reasonable, (73) ______ are taken from thin air (无中生有).” said Li Ming, HR manager at Wal-Mart. ‎ It is especially hard to deal with complaints (74) ______ work as you can’t just walk away or put your colleagues’ words out of mind. If you do, it will hurt your co-workers and you might be isolated(孤立). In a team-based company you belong to a group and need to behave properly. But don’t show too much sympathy(同情、支持). Listening passively to others’ complaints could damage your image and give others the impression (75) ______ you agree with them. “Listen to the whiners (抱怨者) actively,” said HR Li. “Help them find a solution, or see (76) ______ there are ways to improve the situation.”‎ Zhai Min, 24, a software engineer at Kingdee International Software Group in Shenzhen, found that three elderly workers liked to complain about everything, (77) ______extended working hours to cheap hotels on business trips. “I let them talk about their opinions,” she said, “They feel better when (78) ______ (tell) someone how they want things to be.”‎ But listening actively is far from enough. Wang Dianxue, 27, is an Internet engineer at Beijing Push Marcom Group. His co-workers always complain that their computer systems are not working properly. “I ask about the specifics (细节) and work together with them (79) ______ (handle) everything technically.” he said.‎ HR managers believe that when staffs complain, it is more a matter of recognition than an actual problem. “The real problem is that the whiners don’t feel they are being taken seriously,” said Xu Jun, HR manager at Guangqi Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. “(80) ______ (give) them advice and the problem will usually disappear.”‎ 第五部分: 书面表达 (满分25分)‎ 在许多地方，家长开汽车接送孩子上下学已成为一个普遍现象，人们对此做法褒贬不一。请你根据下表提示用英语写一篇短文，并发表自己的看法。‎ 赞成 反对 ‎1．为学生节约时间；‎ ‎2．安全；‎ ‎3．增加家长跟孩子交流的机会。‎ ‎1．使交通更加拥挤；‎ ‎2．增加家长的负担；‎ ‎3．使学生更加依赖家长。‎ 注意：1．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；‎ 2． 开头已给出。‎ 3． ‎120个词左右。‎ In many places, it is common for parents to drive their children to and from school, which causes a heated debate in society. ‎ ‎___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________‎ 参考答案 一、听力（20小题，每小题1.5分，共30分）‎ ‎1-5 BCBAC 6-10 BACAA 11-15 CACAB 16-20 ABCBC 二、单项选择（10小题，每小题1分，共10分）‎ ‎21- 25 DAABD 26-30 DDBCB 三、完形填空（20小题，每小题1.5，共30分）‎ ‎31- 35 ABBDC 36 - 40 DCDCA 41- 45 BBACC 46 - 50 BDADB 四、阅读理解（20小题，每小题2分，共40分）‎ ‎51-53 DCB 54-57 DCBD 58-61 CACD 62-65 ACBC 66-70 CABFD 五、语法填空（10小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）‎ ‎71. unfairly 72. whose 73. others 74. at 75. that ‎76. whether (if) 77. from 78. telling 79. to handle 80. Give 六、书面表达（25分）‎ Possible version：‎ In many places, it ’s common for parents to drive their children to and from school, which causes a heated debate in society.‎ ‎ Some people think driving children to and from school can save children’s time, so their children can get more sleep. Besides, it is comfortable and safe for children to go to school in a car. Also, the time of being together on the way enables parents to communicate with their children , which benefits their growth.‎ ‎ However, others argue that it results in heavier traffic. And it will lay a burden on parents when they are busy. In addition, children may become more dependent on their parents, losing the ability of acting independently.‎ In my opinion, schools should offer school buses for young children. For older children, it is up to them to choose whether to take a bus, ride a bike or go on foot. （127 words）‎ 听力录音材料 Text 1‎ M: Mary, how are your Chinese lessons going?‎ W: I’m learning very slowly. It’s more difficult than English.‎ M: Well, do more practice. Rome wasn’t built in a day, right?‎ Text 2‎ W: Derek, whose birthday party are we going to?‎ M: Amy’s. She is my fellow worker Karl’s wife. I guess you’ve met them before.‎ Text 3‎ M: Tina, where are you headed?‎ W: Oh, hey Matt, I’m running to the bookstore to pick up a book I ordered. Want to come with me?‎ M: Sure.‎ Text 4‎ M: Excuse me. I just came in here to ask you to keep your voice down. My apartment is right next to this laundry room and you know how thin the walls are here.‎ W: Oh, sorry. I’ll try to be quieter.‎ Text 5‎ M: May I see your air ticket and passport?‎ W: Yes, here you are.‎ M: What is your purpose of visiting?‎ W: Sightseeing.‎ Text 6‎ W: I’m stressed out by holiday parties with lots of treats like cookies, candies, and chips! As if that wasn’t enough, I haven’t really been able to exercise and I think I’ve gained ten pounds recently.‎ M: I’m sorry to hear that, but you are not alone. Many people gain weight.‎ W: I think I should make my goal to lose fifty pounds! I could start by not eating sweets.‎ M: That’s a good idea. You could also try to eat more natural foods.‎ W: What do you mean by natural? I don’t want to eat vegetables only! I like to eat things with meat!‎ M: Eating natural foods means you eat more fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed meats.‎ W: Like what?‎ M: Instead of eating hot dog, you might choose to eat a salad with some grilled chicken instead.‎ W: Thanks for your advice, Paul!‎ Text 7 ‎ W: Hello, welcome to The Daily Grind. What can I get for you?‎ M: Good morning! I actually have no idea what I want to drink today! Any recommendations?‎ W: Do you drink your coffee black? Or do you prefer to add cream, sugar, or milk to it?‎ M: I definitely do not drink it black! The taste is so strong!‎ W: Ok, well, then, do you like sweet coffee?‎ M: I guess so. To be honest, I’m not much of a coffee drinker. I’ve always been more of a tea drinker, but lately my friends have all started going out for coffee and juice. I feel like a fool ‎ when it is time to order because I have no idea what to get!‎ W: Coming right up! You can pick up your drink at the end of the bar. Have a great day!‎ M: Thanks for your help! Where is your tip jar?‎ W: Down at the end of the counter with the drinks.‎ M: Great! Have a great day!‎ Text 8 ‎ W: Jay, how were your New Year’s celebrations?‎ M: I celebrated with my host family since I didn’t go home. It’s a long way from here to Beijing.‎ W: Did you have a good time with your host family?‎ M: Yeah, it was fun sharing our stories. What did you do to celebrate New Year’s?‎ W: Each family is different, I think. But one of my family traditions is the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade.‎ M: Wait, what’s the Rose Bowl? And what’s the Rose Parade?‎ W: Well, the Rose Bowl is an annual American college football game, usually played on January 1st. The Rose Parade is held on the same day, unless New Year falls on a Sunday.‎ M: Then, anything fun?‎ W: It includes flower-covered floats. There are also marching bands. It’s really cool!‎ Text 9‎ M: How was your interview, Emily?‎ W: It was pretty good. Two weeks ago, I had my phone interview with Teach for America, and then this weekend, I had the in-person interview.‎ M: How was the in-person interview? I heard it’s really stressful.‎ W: It was. It lasted all day. When we started we were in a group of ten people or so. We each had prepared a five-minute lesson, then we had to discuss a problem in a group and reach a solution, and finally we interviewed one-on-one. It was really a long day.‎ M: Yeah, I can imagine! When do you hear back?‎ W: They said three to four weeks, so it’s worth waiting. Have you started looking for jobs yet? Can you believe graduation is only a few months away?‎ M: I’ve thought about it, but I get so anxious when I think about the future that I’ve stopped right now. I’m just going to focus on my studies for a bit longer. Once mid-term exams are over, I think I will start again.‎ Text 10‎ Welcome to On the Town from BBC, I’m Neil. This is the program where we visit some of the most interesting places in London. Today we’re at the British Museum.‎ Firstly, I’d like to brief you on the history of this world-famous museum. It was founded by King George II in 1753 to house the collection left by Sir Hans Sloane.‎ It contains collections throughout time, across the globe. You can see Egyptian mummies, ancient Greek statues and even Terracotta Warriors borrowed from Xi’an Museum under one roof.‎ ‎ Financed by the UK government, it is free to visit the permanent collection. You’ll need tickets to visit some rooms, though.‎ As for recommendation, you can visit the great Reading Room, round in shape in the center of the museum. You might also see the Lewis Chessmen. It is a large group of chess pieces carved from whale bone. See the chess set in Room 40. And you can see the huge head of Egyptian pharaoh in Room 4 as well as the Easter Island Statue in Room 24.‎ If you want to learn more, please go to our website.‎ Hope you enjoyed this program and see you next time.‎