河北省衡水中学2017年高考押题英语试题（三）（有答案）

河北省衡水中学2017年高考押题英语试题（三）（有答案）

第Ⅰ卷 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）‎ 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）‎ 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，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 did the speakers plan to do at first?‎ A.G.shopping. B.Watch a movie. C.Play a game.‎ ‎2.What are the speakers mainly talking about?‎ A.Human health. B.The environment. C.Water.‎ ‎3.When is Mr.Smith supposed to be back?‎ A.At 4:55. B.At 5:15. C.At 5:35.‎ ‎4.Where does the woman work now?‎ A.In a hotel. B.In a travel agency. C.In a restaurant.‎ ‎5.What do the speakers decide to do?‎ A.Go shopping after work. B.Eat out for dinner. C.Go back home late.‎ 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）‎ ‎ 听下面5段对话或对白，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。‎ ‎6.Why can't the woman concentrate on the book?‎ A.She is worried about a test. B.She can't understand the book. C.She is uninterested in it.‎ ‎7.Which subject does the woman prefer to study?‎ A.Physics. B.Chemistry. C.English.‎ 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。‎ ‎8.How many rooms does the apartment have?‎ A.2. B.3. C.5.‎ ‎9.What does the man care most about the flat?‎ A.The rent. B.The floor. C.The environment.‎ ‎10.What does the woman invite the man to do?‎ A.See the apartment in person. B.Call back tomorrow. C.Come to her home now.‎ 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。‎ ‎11.When does the conversation take place?‎ A.Before work. B.At work. C.After work.‎ ‎12.What will the woman do after finishing the report?‎ A.She will go to Linda's house. ‎ B.She will go to Ted's father's house in Florida.‎ C.She will call Linda.‎ ‎13.What advice does the man give the woman?‎ A.She should work harder. ‎ B.She should pay more attention to her private life.‎ C.She should do more exercise.‎ 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。‎ ‎14.What has happened to the man's car?‎ A.It is put aside. B.It is stolen. C.It is broken.‎ ‎15.What does the man think of riding to work?‎ A.Timesaving. B.Convenient. C.Dull.‎ ‎16.What did the man use to do in his morning hours?‎ A.Breathe the new fresh air. B.See true life story going on. C.Drink coffee to refresh himself.‎ 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。‎ ‎17.Where did the traffic accident happen?‎ A.On the NM 451. B.On the 101 South. C.On the 405 North.‎ ‎18.What do the scientists hope the new planet will do?‎ A.Tell them about life on other planets.‎ B.Teach them more about Earth's history.‎ C.Suggest solutions for Earth's climate problems.‎ ‎19.What did Pancho get as a reward?‎ A.His picture on a website. B.A special meal. C.A story about him in a magazine.‎ ‎20.Where did the couple find their son?‎ A.In a shop. B.In a hospital. C.Near a small lake.‎ 第二部分 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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。‎ A TO DO THIS WEEKEND: Outdoor activities,plays,chocolate featured ‎☆☆☆☆‎ Local golf courses are likely to see a rise in business this weekend as golfers dust off the clubs and hit the course to take advantage of spring-like temperatures.‎ Golfers could be heading to Leavenworth Golf Club,455 W.Eisenhower,Lansing.Call 913-727-6600 to book a time.‎ For more information,call the clubhouse at 913-651-7176.‎ ‎☆☆☆☆‎ Stage actors will be performing in downtown Leavenworth and at Leavenworth High School.The River City Community Players will present "Red Velvet Cake War" on Friday,Saturday and Sunday at the Performing Arts Center in downtown Leavenworth.Show times are 8 p.m.Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m.Sunday.‎ High school performers will feature "Dear Americans" this weekend.Show times are 7 p.m.Friday and Saturday at the Performing Arts Center at the school,239 10th Ave.Half of the income from the show will be donated to local veteran's organizations.‎ For more information,call 913-682-2012.‎ ‎☆☆☆☆‎ The Heritage Center in downtown Leavenworth will host "Malt Shop Memories" on Friday and Saturday nights. Many of the people attending will be wearing period clothing for the dinner and show that celebrates "Yesterday Once More".‎ The dinner begins at 6:30 p.m.and the show starts at 7:30 p.m.‎ The Heritage Center is located at 109 Delaware St.,Leavenworth.‎ For ticket information,call 913-682-2122.‎ ‎☆☆☆☆‎ Do you have a sweet tooth?The Women's Community Y is having the ninth annual Chocolate Event from 10:30 a.m.to 1:00 p.m.Saturday at the C.W.Parker Carousel Museum,320 S.Esplanade St.,Leavenworth.The event serves as a fundraiser for children's programs at the Women's Community Y.‎ For more information,call 913-682-6404.‎ ‎21.If you want to learn more information about the golf courses,which number will you call?‎ A.913-682-2122. B.913-651-7176. C.913-682-6404. D.913-682-2012.‎ ‎22.When is the "Malt Shop Memories" performed?‎ A.From 10:30 a.m.to 1:00 p.m.Saturday. B.At 8 a.m.on Friday and Saturday.‎ C.At 2 p.m.on Sunday. D.At 7:30 p.m.on Friday and Saturday.‎ ‎23.Where can you go for the weekend if you want to be engaged in charity?‎ A.Attend Chocolate Event at the Women's Community Y. B.Book a time at Leavenworth Golf Club.‎ C.Go to the Heritage Center in Leavenworth. D.Watch a show at Performing Arts Center.‎ B Not many parents realize that by encouraging their children to drink plenty of fresh water,they're helping them build healthier,stronger bodies.‎ Water is the ideal drink to prevent thirst and ensure hydration（水合作用）.Our bodies need water to regulate body temperature and to provide the means for nutrients to travel to all our organs.Water also transports oxygen to our cells,removes waste,and protects joints and organs.Poor hydration can affect a child's concentration levels, memory and learning ability.‎ ‎"While most parents know that everyone should be drinking 6~8 glasses of water each day,they often find it difficult to get their children to drink water,"says Megan Pentz-Kluyts,a leading registered nutrition coach. However, there are healthy ways of making water tastier.‎ Keep a big bottle of water in the fridge that has been flavored with fresh fruits and herbs,such as chopped lemons,strawberries,apples,or oranges,as these flavor the water and up the intake of nutrients.‎ Mix fruit juices with water to increase water consumption.However,it's better to eat fruit whole as it provides nutrients such as fiber,vitamins,and minerals,which may not always be found in the same quantity once the fruit has been made into a juice.‎ Freeze bottles of water overnight so that the water is still cool later in the day when the sun is beating down.Use fun containers with your children's favorite characters on them to match the fruit or herb that's been used to flavor it for easy reference when grabbing from the freezer for school.‎ By encouraging your children to drink water from an early age,you'll help them form a habit that will be easy to follow through for the rest of their lives.You can set the best example by always reaching for water when you're thirsty or by making sure that there's always cool water readily available,whether in the fridge at home or packed into the car for after-school runs or family outings.‎ ‎24.What does the author intend to tell in the passage?‎ A.Ways to get your kids to drink more water. B.Tips on what to do for your children.‎ C.Hydration is connected with a healthy body. D.Means as to getting water from kinds of fruit.‎ ‎25.Which is NOT the function of drinking water according to the passage?‎ A.Make all our organs nourished. B.Protect your joints and organs.‎ C.Make your skin more beautiful. D.Develop your learning ability.‎ ‎26.The author recommended fruit juices .‎ A.because fruit juices are better than water B.to make kids consume more water C.because kids prefer juices to water D.to show fruit juices are rich in vitamins ‎27.What do you think of the author from the passage?‎ A.Enthusiastic. B.Defensive. C.Subjective. D.Considerate.‎ C ‎"Sorry,but I don't agree with you ..."This is usually followed by unbearable silence and angry tears.I've always found it difficult to disagree with someone,because I don't want to lose a friend.I've found it even harder to accept it when someone disagrees with me,because my ego（自尊心）is hurt.‎ Before the other person gets a chance to explain why she disagrees with me,my usual response would be,"If you aren't able to see my point of view,then what you think isn't worth my time or consideration,either."But now I've come to realize that when a friend disagrees with me,sometimes she is simply saying,"I don't agree with the way things are done."She still respects me as a person,and is only pointing out a better way to look at a matter.However, there may be times when my friend disagrees with me because I'm against the truth.That's when need to listen to what she says.‎ I've learned that one way to help my friend is for me to be open and honest with the other to voice my thoughts and listen to the other carefully.While we can't control how a person will respond to our views,we must learn to disagree with our friends in love.We will never feel that we are better than the other person.And that will help us to be less emotional,and more objective in the way we express our opinions.In the same way,we can also stay open to feedback（反馈）from others,knowing that our friends may be correcting us in love.‎ Good friendships build each other up,sometimes through disagreements and honest opinions.Though I don't like being disagreed with,I'm starting to see the value of such disagreements.‎ ‎28.The author has found it difficult to disagree with someone because .‎ A.he is a friendly person B.he usually hides his ideas C.he has no mind of his own D.he wants to keep the friendship ‎29.When a friend disagreed with him,the author used to .‎ A.be unhappy B.argue with the friend C.break up with the friend D.explain things calmly ‎30.The author will listen to a friend when .‎ A.he is against the truth B.he doesn't tell the truth C.he is respected by a friend D.he does things in the wrong way ‎31.What does the author mainly talk about in the text?‎ A.How to keep friendship. B.How to avoid hurting a friend.‎ C.How to express disagreements. D.How to deal with disagreements.‎ D A museum in the Netherlands is trying to show visitors more of the objects it has and bring them more excitement.It is using an augmented reality（增强现实）device made by Microsoft to reach its goal.However,the use of this high-technology device started with a basic problem.‎ The Dutch National Museum of Antiquities does not have enough space to put all of its artifacts（人工制品）on display.So,the museum asked experts at Delft University of Science and Technology to find a way to let more visitors—especially young people—experience what the museum has to offer.‎ The experts used the Hololens（全息透镜）.It is a computer that shows visitors holograms,or virtual pictures that appear to have three dimensions.‎ Annelies Maltha,a researcher at the University,says that almost 80 percent of the artifacts at the museum are not shown to the public."So by using the Hololens,"she adds,"people can virtually visit the exhibit and see so much more."‎ The Dutch National Museum has artifacts like the Egyptian Temple of Teffeh.The structure was reconstructed inside the museum in 1971.It is not currently available to the public.‎ ‎"The Hololens enables you to have augmented reality,instead of virtual reality,which means you can still see the temple,you can still feel the ancient vibe（氛围）around you,so to speak."The augmented reality technology gives visitors the ability to interact with their surroundings.‎ The researchers are using the Hololens to make three dimensional images of every room in ‎ the temple.Erik Hoglund,another researcher,explains that his team can create 3D models and add different images,movies,or animations.The effect is to make visitors feel like they are interacting with the temple.‎ The Hololens program is still being developed.But museum officials hope that,in the future,the Hololens will serve as a tour guide for exhibits that have been hidden from public view.‎ ‎32.What does the underlined part "its goal" in Paragraph 1 mean?‎ A.The experience of excitement. B.The solving of the basic problem.‎ C.The showing of more museum objects. D.The use of the augmented reality device.‎ ‎33.What can be learnt about the augmented reality device?‎ A.It has been widely applied to museums. B.It is what we call virtual reality.‎ C.It is developed by Microsoft. D.It has many hidden dangers.‎ ‎34.Which of the following statements about the Hololens is TRUE?‎ A.It makes interactions possible. B.It gives the museum much more space.‎ C.It enables visitors to have virtual reality. D.It is a must-have item for the common people.‎ ‎35.What would happen if the technology were to be applied in the museums?‎ a.More young people would be attracted to the museums.‎ b.More items of the museums would be on display.‎ c.People would travel back to ancient times.‎ d.Fewer guides would be needed.‎ A.abd B.abc C.acd D.bcd 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。‎ Encouraging your high school student to do their best isn't as hard as you may think.It does take time and effort, but it should become part of a daily routine that both you and your teen can enjoy more than dread._36_This is excellent dinner table conversation if you can keep it light and positive.And these suggestions can help you along:‎ ‎◆Set the expectations.‎ Teens need a clear map of what you want them to do.You wouldn't do your teen any favors by not telling him/her what grades you'll be expecting.Send a clear message to your teen about the grades you expect to see in each class._37_Keep your expectations in line with what your teen feels he/she can do.‎ ‎◆_38_‎ While your teen will need to keep his/her goals in line with your expectations,he/she may need your assistance. Learning to establish goals teaches independence,one of the things your teen needs to learn to become a successful adult.Have what they need at home,or a way to get it.Resources are important for high school students.Your family should have library cards and a way to access the Internet for homework._39_It's also a good idea to set up a mobile homework center.‎ ‎◆Stay involved.‎ Show support for your teen's school by attending parents' nights and other activities or functions.Sign up for the school's online grade reports and/or have a list of teacher's email addresses.Always be respectful to your teen's teachers._40_Learning in a classroom is a two-way street.Please be your teen's advocate when necessary.‎ A.Help him/her set goals.‎ B.Praise your teen for a job well done.‎ C.You can talk to your teen about school.‎ D.But don't be afraid to ask them tough questions.‎ E.Without these things,your teen could be at a disadvantage.‎ F.Set consequences for poor grades as well as rewards for good grades.‎ G.Tell your teen school is just the beginning and gaining knowledge should be enjoyed.‎ 笫三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）‎ 第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每题1.5分，满分30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。‎ Kindness is a simple answer in a sometimes difficult and challenging world.For a long time it has been my work to_41_and appreciate all people and to_42_others to do the same.‎ When my granddaughter Skylar was young and we'd go out,we had a(n)_43_called "Who can make the most people smile?" And we continue it today.It_44_for a wonderful day.When Skylar sees someone walking down the aisle with her_45_down,she'll walk up to her and gives her a big_46_.I watch her walk on.turn around and smile at Skylar_47_ perhaps smile at someone else.‎ Kindness is a chain that_48_us all together.In 2002,my dad had a series of strokes and other illness.At that time, I was in a women's networking_49_.One day I asked the ladies if they could send their_50_energies and maybe do something nice for someone to whom they would not_51_think about doing something nice.‎ That same day,I made cookies for the_52_at the post office.When I gave him the cookies he_53_looked a little embarrassed."Why,Linda?"he asked."Because I_54_you!"I answered."When I get here at 6 a.m.and it is still_55_ outside,knowing you are inside makes me feel_56_.And when I first moved here and my post office_57_was always empty,you always_58_me on.And you keep this place_59_."That evening his wife called me and said that he was _60_."No one even knows his name,let alone bakes him cookies!"‎ ‎41.A.observe B.recommend C.acknowledge D.judge ‎42.A.encourage B.train C.praise D.comfort ‎43.A.contest B.speech C.surprise D.involvement ‎44.A.answers B.applies C.searches D.makes ‎45.A.luck B.head C.hand D.shoulder ‎46.A.sign B.shout C.smile D.gift ‎47.A.but B.still C.so D.or ‎48.A.takes B.pulls C.urges D.protects ‎49.A.achievement B.communication C.organization D.skill ‎50.A.positive B.possible C.exact D.common ‎51.A.adequately B.properly C.increasingly D.normally ‎52.A.manager B.businessman C.guard D.protector ‎53.A.consequently B.strangely C.otherwise D.actually ‎54.A.trust B.appreciate C.admire D.inspire ‎55.A.dark B.cold C.lonely D.inconvenient ‎56.A.excited B.pleased C.safe D.curious ‎57.A.address B.box C.window D.seat ‎58.A.counted B.turned C.put D.cheered ‎59.A.spotless B.cheerless C.fearless D.fruitless ‎60.A.interested B.touched C.focused D.worried 第Ⅱ卷 第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45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 many debates about_61_to allow cell phones in school.Cell phones have benefits,but they also provide disadvantages.‎ ‎_62_(cheat) in school has increased to 75 percent since 1940s.Technology has helped to increase this number and half of students say they don't think cheating with cell phones is_63_(difficulty).With built-in cameras,cell phones enable students_64_(take)a picture of tests and answers.Then,students can send those_65_(picture) to the others.Texting is another way to cheat.Smart phones also have access to the Internet,and students can find answers _66_(they).‎ Cell phones in school also make teens seldom communicate with others face to face.Even at lunch time a cell phone_67_(allow)a student to listen to music instead of talking with friends.‎ Cell phones provide new tools in teaching,_68_is more likely to make students absentminded._69_most obvious is the ringing at wrong times.Because texting is_70_(believe)immediate,you can also use a cell phone to carry on a dialog in the middle of class.‎ 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）‎ 第一节 短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）‎ 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下短文。短文中共有10处错误，每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。‎ 增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在此符号下面写出该加的词。‎ 删除：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。‎ 修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。‎ 注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；‎ ‎ 2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。‎ Dear classmates,‎ It is a pleasure for I to have a chance to make a short speech today.Recently,I had found that some of our classmates study late into the night and do not spare some time to take a rest during the day either.They often cannot help fall asleep in class.And some classmates seldom have breakfast,that is also a bad habit and will surely do harm to our health.‎ In my opinion,it is extreme important for us to have enough sleep and a proper diet.We must learn to make a wise use of our time,and only in this way can we keep fit or study well.I wonder if you agree me.‎ Thank you for listening.‎ 第二节 书面表达（满分25分）‎ 假定你是李华，你在某英文网站看到一个关于“Food ＆ Culture”的征文活动。请根据下表内容提示写一篇短文。‎ 中国饺子与文化 历史 大约1,500年 文化习俗 新年食物，家庭团聚，好运象征 做法 蒸、煎、煮等 注意：‎ ‎ 1.词数120左右，题目已为你写好；‎ ‎ 2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。‎ Chinese Dumplings and Culture ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ 河北省衡水中学2017年高考押题 英语试题（三）答案 第一部分 听力 ‎1～5 ABCAB 6～10 CBCCA 11～15 CCBAB 16～20 CBABC 第二部分 阅读理解 ‎21～25 BDAAC 26～30 BDDAA 31～35 DCCAA 36～40 CFAED 第三部分 英语知识运用 ‎41～45 CAADB 46～50 CDBCA 51～55 DCDBA 56～60 CBDAB ‎61.whether 62.Cheating 63.difficult 64.to take 65.pictures ‎ ‎66.themselves 67.allows 68.which 69.The 70.unbelievably 第四部分 写作 第一节 短文改错 Dear classmates,‎ It is a pleasure for I to have a chance to make a short speech today.Recently,I had found that some of our ‎ me have classmates study late into the night and do not spare some time to take a rest during the day either.They often cannot ‎ any help fall asleep in class.And some classmates seldom have breakfast,that is also a bad habit and will surely do harm ‎ falling which to our health.‎ ‎ their In my opinion,it is extreme important for us to have enough sleep and a proper diet.We must ‎ learn to make a ‎ ‎ extremely 去掉a wise use of our time,and only in this way can we keep fit or study well.I wonder if you agree ∧ me.‎ ‎ and with Thank you for listening.‎ 第二节 书面表达 Chinese Dumplings and Culture Chinese dumplings or jiaozi,mainly with meat and vegetable fillings,is a traditional Chinese food,which dates back to about 1,500 years ago.China has been perfecting the art of dumpling making since the Ming Dynasty.‎ As the Spring Festival marks the start of a new year,people choose to eat jiaozi to express their wishes for good fortune,so it is part of the Chinese culture.Traditionally,family members get together to make dumplings on New Year's Eve.Making dumplings is really teamwork to create harmonious family atmosphere.Ways of cooking Chinese dumplings vary from place to place.Generally,they are steamed,boiled or pan-fried.Some are served dry with vinegar while others in soup.‎ As for details of Chinese dumplings and culture,it's well worth exploring.‎ 听力录音材料 Text 1‎ W:So,what do we do now?‎ M:Look!It is raining outside so we can't go to the supermarket.Why don't we watch a movie?‎ Text 2‎ W:I wonder if future people will still be able to breathe fresh air,drink clean water and see the ‎ blue sky.‎ M:I think that's really a problem and it's time man learned to live in harmony with nature.‎ Text 3‎ W:When do you think Mr.Smith will be back?‎ M:When he left at 5:15,he promised to be back in 20 minutes.‎ Text 4‎ M:How did you get this job?‎ W:Last year I took a visit to London.I went to lunch at the Palace Hotel and thought,"I'd really like to work here."So I wrote to see if they had any positions,and I was lucky they did.‎ Text 5‎ W: Mike,there's not much left in the fridge.Well,might be able to pick up a few things after work,but I have to be back rather late today.‎ M: In that case,we'll have to have a meal out at McDonald's.‎ W: Well,I'm afraid so.‎ Text 6‎ M:Hey,Karen,what are you reading? Physics?‎ M:You haven't turned the page in the last ten minutes.It doesn't really hold your interest?‎ W:No,not really.But I have to read it for a test.I should say!I don't like Dickens at all and I'm starting to like the whole course less and less.Although the course itself isn't really that bad.It's me,I suppose.I wanted to do chemistry rather than English,but my parents took me out of it.‎ M:So you'd better choose a different one.‎ W:But my parents don't think so.They only care if I can find a good job in the future.‎ Text 7‎ M: Hi.I'm calling about the apartment.Is that still available?‎ W:Yes,it is.‎ M:Now,that's a two-bedroom apartment?‎ W:That's right.There are two bedrooms,a kitchen,a living room,a bathroom,and the living room can also be used as a dining room.‎ M:Uh-huh.How much is that?‎ W:It's 425 dollars a month.‎ M:Mm-hmm.Where I live now is ...it's really noisy.Is this like a fairly quiet building?‎ W:Oh,yes!Well,the neighbors are really considerate,and no pets are allowed.‎ M:Oh,that's good.What floor is the apartment on?‎ W:Well,it's on the second floor,but there is no lift.‎ M:It's all right.I don't mind the stairs.‎ W:Look!Why don't you just come down and see for yourself?‎ Text 8‎ M:Shall I wait for you,Rose?I'm leaving now.‎ W:No,thanks.I have to work overtime.‎ M:But today is Friday.You're not going to work overtime on Friday evening,are you'l W: Well,I am.I have to finish this report for next Monday's meeting...Is Ted coming to pick you up?‎ M:No.We'll meet at my house.His parents invited my family to spend the weekend with them.‎ W:That's nice.Where is his father's house?‎ M:I think it's somewhere in Florida.I'm not sure myself.‎ W:Sometimes I envy you a lot.How happy you are!‎ M:Come on.You just haven't met the right person.And I think you work too much.You should learn how to entertain yourself and enjoy life.‎ W:I know,but I enjoy my work very much.‎ M:Well,suit yourself!I've got to run now.‎ W: Have a nice weekend!‎ M:You too ...Oh,I forgot to tell you one thing.Linda called this afternoon.She said she wanted to invite you to her house on Saturday morning.‎ W:Thank you.I will call her when I finish the work.See you Monday.‎ Text 9‎ W:Peter,where is the car?I haven't seen you drive to work for a long time!Is it broken or stolen?‎ M:Of course not!I gave up driving to work.Instead,ride to my work place.‎ W:Why is that?‎ M:You see,it is only a stone's throw from my home to my work place.I think riding a bike to work is more convenient.‎ W:I don't think so.It will take you at least 25 minutes to get to your company from here.‎ M:Yes,sometimes,30 minutes.But I love riding to work now.‎ W:Why do you think so?‎ M:You see,every morning,after I set off for work,I can breathe the new fresh air along the way.By the time I reach my office,I feel rather comfortable.I even don't rely on coffee to spend my morning hours.‎ W:Will you continue riding to work in the future?‎ M:I think so.When I ride,I don't have to see through the grey car windows.It is as if I could see the true life story going on around us.‎ Text 10‎ And now,the evening news.‎ A traffic accident on the 101 South in Los Angeles has caused a major traffic jam.No deaths have been reported, but four people have been taken to the hospital.In the meantime,we advise drivers to take the 405 North instead.But prepare to be at least one hour behind schedule this afternoon if you're in the area.Better yet,just stay indoors and don't drive at all!‎ A new planet was discovered early this morning by scientists at the New Mexico Observation Tower.The planet, named NM 451 for now,is about 1,200 light years away from Earth.Still,the scientists hope that this planet might tell them something about whether life might exist somewhere else in outer space.A picture of the new planet can be seen on our website.‎ A dog is being called a hero after saving a three-year-old child yesterday in a park in Glasgow,Scotland.Mr.and Mrs.Darvish,the owners of the dog,were relaxing in MacIntosh Park when they noticed that their son Joseph was missing.Their dog Pancho started barking and making a lot of noise.The dog ran away and kept looking back at his owners.When the couple finally followed Pancho,he led them straight to a small lake,where their son was about to go in the water.The couple was able to get to their son in time,and Pancho got his picture in the paper...plus a nice steak from the meat shop!‎