2019-2020学年山东省威海市文登区高二上学期期末考试英语试题 （Word版）

2019-2020学年山东省威海市文登区高二上学期期末考试英语试题 （Word版）

‎2019-2020学年山东省威海市文登区高二上学期期末考试英语试题 本试卷共 10 页。满分 150 分。考试用时 120 分钟。考试结束后，将本试卷答题卡交回。注意事项：‎ 1. 答卷前，务必用 0.5 毫米黑色签字笔将自己的姓名、座号、考试号填写在答题卡上。‎ 2. 选择题，选出每小题答案后，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。笔答题，用 0.5 毫米黑色签字笔将答案写在答题卡上。不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。‎ 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. What is the man trying to do?‎ A. Play chess with the woman.‎ B. Encourage the woman to hold on.‎ C. Find out the reason for the woman.‎ 2. What does the woman suggest?‎ A. Forwarding the mail on.‎ B. Turning to Mary for help.‎ C. Asking Sally for the new address.‎ 3. What might the man do then?‎ A. Invite the woman to dinner. B. Go on as planned. C. Choose another restaurant.‎ 4. What do we learn from the conversation?‎ A. The man appreciates the woman's help.‎ B. The man often lends books to the woman.‎ C. The woman often works overtime at weekends.‎ 5. What did the man decide to do?‎ A. Go sightseeing. B. Start work earlier. C. Walk to work.‎ 第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）‎ 听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，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。‎ 1. What seems to be the man's problem?‎ A. Making a career choice.‎ B. Using self-assessment tools.‎ C. Getting a career counselor(顾问).‎ 2. What's the woman's most important advice?‎ A. Looking at the job description.‎ B. Learning about oneself thoroughly.‎ C. Taking earnings into top consideration.‎ 听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。‎ 3. What are the speakers talking about?‎ A. Problems in their study. B. News in the newspaper. C. A blood disease.‎ 4. Why won’t Julia go into the city center at night?‎ A. She is too exhausted.‎ B. She is still scared of darkness.‎ C. The news of murder scares her.‎ 5. What is TRUE about the local girl mentioned in the conversation?‎ A. She is seriously ill. B. Her family is rich. C. She is now in the US.‎ 听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。‎ 6. What does the woman intend to do?‎ A. Build her shape. B. Do homework in time. C. Change her eating habits.‎ 7. What will the woman be offered?‎ A. A personal training plan. B. Personal equipment. C. A custom-made diet.‎ 8. What’s the woman’s decision?‎ A. Having a try for a month.‎ B. Learning a new technique.‎ C. Trying another fitness center.‎ 听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。‎ 9. Where did the woman find the job advertisement?‎ A. In the newspaper. B. On the Internet. C. From her hostess.‎ 10. How many hours will the woman have to work a day?‎ A. ‎2 hours. B. 3 hours. C. 4 hours.‎ 11. What can be said about the job?‎ A. It offers￡75 a day. B. It needs no experience. C. It involves preparing lunch.‎ 1. When will the woman take the interview?‎ A. At 2:00 this afternoon.‎ B. At 10:00 a.m. next Wednesday.‎ C. At 2:30 p.m. next Wednesday.‎ 听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。‎ 2. Which might be the feeling of those standing while working?‎ A. Being more sleepy. B. Being concentrated. C. Time going by faster.‎ 3. What is the outcome of the study mentioned in the passage?‎ A. Standing while working improves working efficiency.‎ B. Sitting for over 6 hours a day is harmful to health.‎ C. Sitting comfortably does some good to health.‎ 4. What do some professors suggest?‎ A. Doing as leaders and colleagues do.‎ B. Moving around instead of just standing.‎ C. Finding a natural way to stand while working.‎ 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分 50 分）‎ 第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 37.5 分）‎ 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。‎ A Olivia Ries was just seven years old when she and her eight-year-old brother Carter adopted a cheetah(猎豹) in South Africa.‎ ‎“When my sister and I first learned back in 2009 that species like the cheetah may be extinct in the wild by the time we have kids, it scared us. We knew we had to do something to help them,” says Carter. “There are so many people (young and old alike) who just don’t know what is happening to so many species, just like we didn’t. Olivia and I want to make sure we reach as many people around the world as possible and help them to understand how serious the situation really is.”‎ To do that, the kids started One More Generation (OMG), an organization with the motto: “Preserving endangered species for one more generation and beyond.”‎ Now, ten years later, Olivia and Carter have traveled all over the world spreading their message. They’ve been interviewed on national television, participated in marches and fundraisers and won awards for their work. In 2015, they were invited to Vietnam by the United States Embassy to participate in a program to save rhinos. All that they’ve accomplished for animals and the environment is much too long to list!‎ ‎“Our number one message to everyone we meet is 'Remember, anyone can make a difference... if we can, you can too, ' ” says Olivia. “We want all people to understand that what Carter and I are doing is not necessarily something special; it is something that we all should be doing. You can start small by simply adopting an animal. Do some research on the species you are interested in, and find a good organization offering adoptions. My brother and I take our birthday money and allowance money and adopt animals all the time.”‎ 1. How did Olivia and Carter feel when learning cheetahs faced extinction?‎ A. Angry and guilty. B. Shocked and concerned.‎ C. Anxious and helpless. D. Hopeful and determined.‎ 2. What does the underlined “that” refer to in Paragraph 3?‎ A. Helping endangered species survive.‎ B. Telling people the situation cheetahs face.‎ C. Making the situation of dying species known.‎ D. Calling on people to adopt endangered species.‎ 3. What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell about Olivia and Carter?‎ A. They organized activities to raise money. B. They took measures to save rhinos.‎ C. They made efforts to list extinct species. D. They contributed a lot to dying species.‎ 4. What do Olivia’s words suggest?‎ A. Anyone can help by starting small.‎ B. Anyone can do something special.‎ C. Anyone should do research on species.‎ D. Anyone should donate to adoption organizations.‎ 5. If you’re to offer Olivia a gift, which might she expect most?‎ A. ‎"Adopting a panda in name of both her and me."‎ B. ‎"Making her a furry dog with my own hands."‎ C. ‎"Buying her a doll of the latest style."‎ D. ‎"Mailing her a handmade postcard."‎ B Mindy Scheier is on a mission to make fashionable clothing accessible to everyone. In 2014, she started the Runway of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps bring adaptive clothing to disabled people.‎ Scheier explained the inspiration behind her efforts. “My son, Oliver, was born with rigid spine muscular dystrophy,” she said. “His lack of strength created challenges with typical clothing. After spending years in the fashion industry, I decided that there was an opportunity to combine my fashion experience with my others.”‎ Scheier began to create trendy clothing that her son could wear with ease. For example, she used magnets and elastics(松紧带) in place of buttons and zippers. Those adjustments have enabled Oliver to wear the same style as his friends do, even jeans.‎ Scheier’s vision extends beyond just helping her own son. “I soon realized that millions of disabled people were also struggling to access fashionable clothing that meets their needs,” she said. That was why she started the Runway of Dreams Foundation.‎ On September 5, 2018, the foundation held its annual fashion show during New York Fashion Week. The event showcased the foundation’s new adaptive clothing. The show featured several disabled models, including Cole Gottlieb and Maddie Hostetter. Cole, a 9-year-old boy born with cerebral palsy, loves to play baseball and soccer. He was excited to participate in the fashion show. “It lets me be a role model to others,” he said. Maddie, aged 8, was born with only one full arm. “I heard about Runway of Dreams from my mom,” explained Maddie. “Even though I can button clothes with one arm, the magnets have made it much easier for me.”‎ Scheier—whose TED Talk was released in January 2018—credits her passion with the progress Runway of Dreams has made in the last few years. “Passion allows you to not take no for an answer,” she encourages. “It allows you to keep going when faced with challenges.”‎ 1. What motivated Scheier to start Runway of Dreams?‎ A. Her fashion experience. B. Her talent for designing clothing.‎ C. Her sympathy for the disabled. D. Her son’s special needs in clothing.‎ 2. What most features Runway of Dreams?‎ A. It is a non-profit organization.‎ B. It employs the disabled as models.‎ C. It produces trendy clothing for the disabled.‎ D. It decorates its clothing with buttons and zippers.‎ 1. Why does the author mention Cole and Maddie in Paragraph 5?‎ A. To draw people’s attention to disabled models.‎ B. To promote the foundation’s new adaptive clothing.‎ C. To call on models to participate in the fashion show.‎ D. To stress the influence of the foundation on the disabled.‎ 2. What can we infer from what Cole and Maddie said?‎ A. They accepted the fact of being disabled. B. They were hopeful for their future.‎ C. They were grateful to Runway of Dreams. D. They dreamed of being role models.‎ 3. What’s essential in the growth of the foundation according to Scheier?‎ A. Dreams. B. Passion. C. Progress. D. Challenges.‎ C We’ve all been in a situation where we ask our friend to the restaurant for lunch and find ourselves waiting at a table alone. We look around the room, notice all the other customers dining with someone, and suddenly become insecure that we’re alone. Instead of starting a conversation with someone, we rush to grab our phones and stare at the screen until we are finally rescued by our late friend.‎ Long gone are the days when we start a conversation with the person next to us while sitting on the subway during the morning or evening commute. However, small talk, as well as the willingness to engage in it, is very important.‎ When humans engage in small talk, it actually provides a feeling of happiness. Those who socially interact are likely to increase their happiness and health, while others who shy away from social interaction are reported to feel disappointed and unhealthy, according to the Huffington Post. And small talk not only keeps us feeling happy and healthy, but teaches us how to stay calm in situations that we might not normally find ourselves in. Instead of feeling anxious and nervous, starting a conversation with people you don’t know helps calm the nerves and provides a feeling of inclusion. An unfamiliar event with people you don’t know suddenly becomes gratifying.‎ But perhaps the most important reason why everyone should learn to engage in small talk is that it teaches us how to listen and truly form relationships. By asking a stranger some questions and showing interest in them, it helps establish new relationships, whether they are personal or business-related.‎ You should learn how to connect with someone and identify with people you don't know. So next time you’re alone in a public place, try to reach out to others and start a conversation. It’s really not that hard.‎ 1. What does the writer intend to describe through Paragraph 1?‎ A. Anxiety of being alone. B. Impatience with waiting for friends.‎ C. Addiction to smart phones. D. Absence of communication between strangers.‎ 2. How many benefits of small talk are mentioned in the passage?‎ A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. D. Five.‎ 3. Which does the writer think most valuable for taking small talk?‎ A. Developing new relationships. B. Avoiding negative emotions.‎ C. Having more people to turn to. D. Learning some social skills.‎ 4. Which word can replace the underlined one in Paragraph 4?‎ A. Typical. B. Peaceful. C. Enjoyable. D. Instructive.‎ 5. Which might be the best title?‎ A. Let’s Start Small Talk. B. How to Make Friends.‎ C. Drive Away Shyness. D. How to Start Small Talk.‎ 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。选项中有两项为多余选项。‎ Just thinking about your favorite food probably makes you hungry, right? Food provides us with the energy we need to live. 36 For some people, food is a tool to deal with emotional problems. However, you may overeat when you’re feeling stressed, sad or worried, which will do harm to your health.‎ Have you ever wondered why you reach for food when you’re feeling down? 37 They include cultural rules and mental problems. Many people overeat when they are trying to deal with feelings.‎ ‎ 38 After a while, though, overeating may lead to feelings of regret. It may even worsen the negative feelings it was meant to remove. You may gain weight and meet with body image problems, leading to a cycle of more emotional eating.‎ Emotional eating may even lead to overeating disorder. 39 You may feel completely out of control and unable to stop eating. You may eat much more rapidly than normal and eat until the point of feeling uncomfortably full.‎ Although stopping overeating can be challenging, it is certainly not impossible. It is important to look for medical help if it becomes overeating disorder. If you’re upset and longing for food, try to distract your attention. 40 ‎ A. Then you will get rid of overeating.‎ B. There are many factors to explain it.‎ C. Eating may help reduce stress or worry at first.‎ D. Beyond that, food can be a big source of pleasure.‎ E. And overeating may satisfy your eagerness for food.‎ F. This disorder involves eating very large amounts of food.‎ G. Go outside for a quick walk, read a book or do some housework.‎ 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 30 分）‎ 第一节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 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 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。‎ After Grandma passed away, Grandpa moved in with us from China in 1983. Although we 41 different languages, we still communicated well in our own way.‎ Playing Monopoly(大富翁) with my brother and I created a 42 bond between us.‎ Although he failed to figure out the 43 or much of what my brother and I said, he got a kick out of 44 with us.‎ I think of Grandpa when I play games with my sons. Truthfully, I don’t care if I win or lose these games. What 45 is spending time with children and understanding their 46 .‎ Grandpa would spend his days sitting on the couch, staring out the window and singing ‎ 47 . I often thought he was 48 , but as I age, I find peace in taking moments to stare out a window. Maybe I got that from him.‎ He passed away the night before his 80th birthday. One of my biggest 49 is not spending more time with him. What I learned from my grandpa was to 50 simple pleasure in life, see a single leaf fall from a tree and play games with my sons.‎ I think it’s time to visit Grandpa’s grave.‎ ‎41. A. exchanged B. spoke C. learned D. loved ‎42. A. close B. similar C. mysterious D. free ‎43. A. laws B. opinions C. lessons D. rules ‎44. A. shopping B. staying C. traveling D. singing ‎45. A. exists B. permits C. matters D. differs ‎46. A. answers B. decisions C. problems D. interests ‎47. A. quietly B. skillfully C. perfectly D. regularly ‎48. A. relaxed B. sleepy C. stressed D. bored ‎49. A. concerns B. mistakes C. regrets D. puzzles ‎50. A. enjoy B. select C. picture D. remember 第二节（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（不多于 1 个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。‎ China's first documentary on 51 (it) overall counter-terrorism( 反 恐 ) efforts in Xinjiang aired Thursday night 52 (cause) wide discussions among the audience with never-seen-before real crime scenes of terrorism, 53 highlighted the high prices China has paid and the country's resolution in wiping off terrorism.‎ A lot of the video and audio clips in the English-language documentary 54 (make) public for the first time as solid evidence of the horrible crimes 55 (commit) by terrorists in Xinjiang. It also revealed hard evidence of interactions 56 terrorists and overseas masterminds( 幕 后 策划者).‎ ‎"The authorities did not publish the video and details of terrorist 57 (attack) in Xinjiang before, out of concern that they may cause panic. This proves China had paid a high price in fighting terrorism before, and the international community should have 58 clear understanding of this," Li Wei, a counter-terrorism expert said.‎ Li noted that the video and audio films justify China's Xinjiang policies in countering terrorism, including 59 (start) the vocational education and training centers, which have been 60 (high) effective in fighting extremist forces.‎ 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）‎ 第一节 书面表达（满分 20 分）‎ 假设你是李华。你校英语俱乐部将举办课本剧展演, 你将在“ The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn”中扮演Huck，在准备过程中你遇到一些问题。请你给美国笔友 Paul 写一封 80 词左右的E-mail，向他征求建议。‎ 第二节 概要写作（满分 20 分）‎ 阅读下面短文, 根据内容写一篇 60 词左右的内容概要。‎ Alipay Ant Forest has been awarded the United Nation’s highest environmental honor — the “U.N. Champions of the Earth” award. The statement was issued by UNEP(联合国环境计划署) on September 20.‎ The Ant Forest was started in the Alipay app in August 2016. It encourages users to adopt low-carbon activities — such as paying online and walking or taking buses to work instead of driving. Such behavior produces virtual “green energy points.” With enough energy points, users can grow a virtual(虚拟的) “tree” on their mobile phone. Then the virtual tree is planted by Alipay in areas that need reforesting.‎ By August 2019, Alipay Ant Forest has attracted over 500 million users. Their low-carbon behavior has resulted in 122 million trees in arid areas in China, including regions in Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Qinghai and Shanxi. The influence has also traveled beyond China. Inspired by Alipay Ant Forest, the Philippines’ leading mobile wallet service GCash added GCash Forest to its App in June 2019. Local users are encouraged to contribute to reforestation and environmental protection by adopting low-carbon activities in their daily lives.‎ ‎"Alipay Ant Forest shows how technology can change our world," said Inger Andersen, Executive Director of the UNEP. “Although the environmental challenges we face are disappointing, we have the technology and the knowledge to defeat them.” she said.‎ Champions of the Earth is the U.N.’s flagship global environmental award. It was established in 2005 to recognize outstanding figures that have had a positive effect on the environment.‎ ‎"We are truly honored to receive this Champions of the Earth award," said Eric Jing, Chairman and CEO of Ant Financial. “Alipay Ant Forest reflects our belief that technology can and should be used for social good. Its popularity shows that the public is ready to take action to fight climate change,” he said.‎ 高二英语参考答案 I 听力（每小题1.5分，满分30分）‎ ‎1~5 BBCAC 6~10 ABBCA 11~15 AAAAC 16~20 CCBBB II 阅读（每小题2.5分，满分50分）‎ ‎21~25 BCDAA 26~30 DCDCB 31~35 DBACA 36~40 DBCFG III-1 语言运用（每小题1.5分，满分15分）‎ ‎41~45 BADBC 46~50 DADCA III-2 短文填空（每小题1.5分，满分15分）‎ ‎51.its 52.(has) caused 53.which 54.were made 55.committed ‎56.between 57.attacks 58.a 59.starting 60.highly IV-1 写作（满分20分）(Two possible versions)‎ Dear Paul,‎ How are things going?‎ I’m writing to ask you to do me a favour. Our English club will hold a textbook drama show and I’ll play the role of Huck in The Adventures of Hucklebery Finn. When preparing for the show, I’ve come across some problems such as how to express Huck’s emotion better with proper intonation and body language.‎ Attached to this letter is our script and I’ve made marks where I have problems. Since you have some experience in stage performance, I really hope you can give me a hand.‎ Looking forward to your reply.‎ Li Hua Dear Paul,‎ How are you doing recently? ‎ Over the last two weeks, I’ve been occupied with a drama rehearsal. The English Club in our school will hold a Drama Show. I’ll play the role of Huck in The Adventure of Huckleberry Finn. I feel extremely excited but a little nervous as well. I still have some problems with the performance. For example, how can I act out Huck’s curiosity and bravery? Shall I prepare some special costumes? Could you help me find some audio and video materials which enable me to have a better understanding of Huck? ‎ ‎ I’m earnestly looking forward to your early reply.‎ Li Hua Iv-2 概要写作（满分20分）‎ ‎ 评分要点：‎ ‎ 1.“蚂蚁森林”获奖； 2.其获奖原因（成果；技术应用）； 3.其运行模式； 4. 其影响。‎ ‎(要点2、3、4不计顺序)‎ Two possible versions:‎ ‎ Alipay‎ Ant ‎Forest got “the “U.N Champions of the Earth” award, the world highest environmental honor, because of its efforts and achievements in reforestation. Launched in the Alipay APP, The Ant Forest plants real trees in honor of its users who live a low-carbon life. It’s a good example where technology plays a vital importance role in changing the world for better. ‎ Alipay‎ Ant ‎Forest‎ has won the “UN champions of the Earth” for its contributions in protecting environment. It encourages people to put low-carbon lifestyle into practice by turning their virtual trees planted in the Alipay app with "Green energy points" into real trees in most-needed areas. The achievements make us believe technology can cause good changes and also show the public willingness to fight climate change. ‎ Scripts:‎ Text 1‎ W: I'm going to give up playing chess. I lost again today.‎ M: Just because you lost? Is that any reason to quit?‎ Text 2‎ M: Do you know Sally's new address? She has got some mail here, and I'd like to forward it to her.‎ W: Well, we've not been in touch for quite a while. Mary should know it.‎ Text3 ‎ M: I'm taking my girlfriend to the fancy new restaurant for her birthday tonight.‎ W: I went there last weekend. I found it rather disappointing.‎ Text 4‎ W: Thank you for giving the books back.‎ M: I thought you need them over the weekend. Many thanks for letting me use them.‎ Text 5‎ W: Are you working flexible hours?‎ M: No. I'm not. The weather today is so nice. So I decided to walk to work, and that meant I had ‎ to leave an hour earlier than usual.‎ Text 6‎ M: There are hundreds of career options out there. How can I make a choice?‎ W: Well, before you can make a career choice, I think you have to learn about yourself. For example, you should know your values, interests, skills and your personality.‎ M: How can I decide which occupation is appropriate for me?‎ W: You can use self-assessment tools or career test. You can find free tests online. Or, you can simply ask a career counselor for help.‎ M: And then, what's the next step?‎ W: After that. you can look at the job description, educational requirements, job outlook, advancement opportunities, earnings and those kinds of things. ‎ M: There's a lot to do!‎ W: Surely there is. ‎ Text 7‎ M: Hello, Julia. What are you reading about in the newspaper?‎ W: Hello! I was exhausted from studying, so I decided to read the newspaper to relax. Unfortunately, the news is so depressing. There has been another murder in the city center. I'm scared stiff about going to the city center at night.‎ M: There must have been some good news in the newspaper. ‎ W: Well, there was one good piece of news. You remember the local girl who was dying of a rare blood disease?‎ M: Yes. Her parents were raising money to have her treated in the United States.‎ W: Well, they've got the money and she's going tomorrow for treatment.‎ M: I'm so happy for the family! ‎ Text 8‎ M: Good afternoon, madam. How can I help you?‎ W: Well, I am a bit out of shape. I'm thinking about getting some exercises to keep fit.‎ M: Oh, that's good news for us. ‎ W: So what do you provide?‎ M: First of all. we'll design a custom-made work out plan according to your habits.‎ W: What else?‎ M: Since everyone is different, your personal trainer will find you suitable exercise equipment and teach you all the techniques to help you achieve your fitness level and goal.‎ W: Sounds pretty good. What about the charge?‎ M: That depends. We offer membership for one month, half a year and one year.‎ W: Maybe one month. Just have a try first. ‎ M: Wise decision. You'll find it's totally worth it.‎ Text 9‎ M: Hello, John Adams speaking.‎ W: Good morning, Mr Adams. I saw your advertisement in the newspaper for a hostess and I wondered if you could give me a few more details about the job.‎ M: Yes, certainly. Perhaps I should make it clear from the start that it is a part time job. We would need you from ten in the morning until two in the afternoon, roughly.‎ W: Yes, yes. I didn't realize that, actually. ‎ M: Are you still interested?‎ W: Well, I am interested, but it would depend to some extent on what the salary is.‎ M: We're offering about ￡‎75 a week. Have you had any experience in catering?‎ W: I have been doing work rather similar to the kind of work described in the ad.‎ M: Yes, so your duties will be to prepare and serve food just at lunchtimes.‎ W: I see. I'm sure to be able to manage that.‎ M: That sounds right. Perhaps you could come down for an interview sometime?‎ W: When would be suitable for you?‎ M: What about next Wednesday at about 2: ‎30 in the afternoon?‎ W: I think that would be fine. Thanks very much.‎ Text 10‎ ‎ Mark is a leader in an American company. He can work while sitting in a comfortable chair if he wants. However, he prefers to stand most of the day while he is working.‎ ‎ "It feels more natural to stand. I feel more energetic." He said. ‎ ‎ In recent years, more and more American people have chosen to stand while they are working. There are many reasons. For example, standing makes people pay more attention to their work: standing stops them from feeling sleepy; standing while working makes them feel as if they are leaders.‎ ‎ According to many reports, sitting for many hours a day is very bad for health. According to one report, people who sit more than six hours a day are at least 18% more likely to die earlier than those who sit less than three hours a day. The study was done on 123, 000 adults and it studied them for over 14 years.‎ ‎ Standing while working seems to provide people with a new, good way to live healthily. At the same time, some professors suggest that people also move around, rather than just stand while they work.‎