吉林地区普通中学2024-2025学年度高中毕业年级第二次调研测试
英 语 试 题
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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 is probably the man’s main form of exercise
A. Volleyball. B. Running. C. Kung fu.
2. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A sportsman.
B. A kind of pet.
C. A family member.
3. What does the man decide to order this time
A. The steak. B. The pizza. C. The meatball.
4. Who is probably making the speech right now
A. Jennifer. B. Carl. C. Tim.
5. How does the woman sound
A. Humble. B. Surprised. C. Disappointed.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. How much will the speakers probably sell one candy for
A. Half a dollar. B. One dollar. C. Two dollars.
7. Who are the speakers probably raising money for
A. Old people. B. Children. C. Animals.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What do the speakers probably think of the weather forecast
A. They are pleased with its dress advice.
B. They always find it unreliable.
C. They are disappointed by it.
9. How will the man probably get home tonight
A. By subway. B. By bus. C. On foot.
10. What is the weather probably like today
A. Sunny. B. Rainy. C. Windy.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. What object is the woman admiring
A. The table. B. The chair. C. The bookshelf.
12. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a wood yard.
B. In a furniture shop.
C. In the man’s apartment.
13. What does the man do probably
A. He is a teacher. B. He is an engineer. C. He is a designer.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14. What is the woman doing at the beginning of the conversation
A. Taking photos. B. Posting online. C. Sending a message.
15. What is the woman’s main purpose in using social media now
A. To create a record of her daily life.
B. To gain attention from the Internet.
C. To keep in touch with distant friends.
16. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Friends.
B. Father and daughter.
C. Grandpa and granddaughter.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where was Will West raised
A. In China. B. In Jamaica. C. In Britain.
18. What did Will West practice before high school
A. Breakdancing. B. Gymnastics. C. Ballet.
19. When did Will West become a commercial dancer
A. At the age of 16. B. At the age of 20. C. At the age of 23.
20. Which song made West famous
A. “Volcano”. B. “Back on 74”. C. “Jungle”.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题2.5分，满分 37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
A
● The Photography Show returns — save money on tickets
The Photography and Video Show is returning to the Birmingham NEC from 16-19 March. Now moved to early spring rather than September, this excellent show in the UK photography calendar will feature more than 250 exhibiting brands including top camera, lens（镜头）and accessory makers, and an impressive line-up of speakers and seminar（研讨会）leaders.
Needless to say, AP will have a stand (K207) at this year’s show, featuring a gallery of AP Awards 2024 winners and vivid images from experienced music photographer Jill Furmanovsky.
Visiting our stand is also a great opportunity to meet the AP team. Book online at /welcome/get-tickets — you can get 20% off a standard entry ticket using the code AMPHOTPS24.
● All change for The Photography Show
Next year’s Photography & Video Show is taking place at the ExCeL in east London rather than the Birmingham NEC. However, the show will be returning to the NEC in 2026, with the plan being to take turns between the two places every two years.
Johnny Sullens, representing the show organizer Future, mentioned the changing needs of exhibitors as the reason for the move, along with the opportunity to attract new audiences. “This strategy helps us attract new visitors from London and the South East — areas which are usually hard to attract to the NEC, while still keeping our influence in the Midlands and Northern regions.” The opening of the Elizabeth Line（the name of a subway）means visitors from central London could get to the show in 15 minutes (30 minutes from Heathrow airport) and it is another attraction of the new venue.
The Photography and Video Show will take place from 8-11 March in 2025. See www.
21. What can be expected when visiting the AP stand at the show
A. Visiting a gallery of Jill Furmanovsky.
B. Having the chance to meet the AP team.
C. Attending seminars led by top camera and lens makers.
D. Receiving discounted entry tickets in any case.
22. What changes will the photography show have in 2025
A. It will be held in a different show place.
B. It will attract new visitors from other countries.
C. It will take place from 8-11 September.
D. Visitors will get to the show in 15 minutes.
23. Where can the text probably be found
A. A shopping brochure. B. A course plan.
C. An art magazine. D. A science report.
B
I hated writing growing up. It felt like navigating a chaotic jungle, unsure where to reach next. But I couldn’t avoid the jungle: High school English classes. I often sat for hours staring at blank pages, trying to turn my scattered thoughts into fluent sentences. My teachers’ red-inked feedback, criticizing my essays for lack of organization and transitions, left me frustrated. How could I know what was good if there was no objectively right answer Maybe I wasn’t meant for writing, and that was OK.
I was drawn to the orderly world of math and science, where objective truth could be found. In college, I joined a research lab. I spent weeks setting up a test for a design, only to be disappointed by the results. I felt down, but I knew in the orderly world of math and science, a solution must exist—all I had to do was find it. I kept trying new designs, using the results to brainstorm ideas with a team of researchers. After a year of trial and error, we finally succeeded. I was overjoyed until my professor told me to write the research paper, which felt like being thrown back into the jungle I had avoided.
I knew that to become an academic, I needed to write papers, but my awful track record with writing scared me. Panicked, I asked a graduate student in my lab for help. I carefully outlined a paper and asked him for feedback, only to receive it back covered in red marks. The graduate student explained that red didn’t mean I was a bad writer. It just requires revising your work, often several times. Suddenly I realized that writing, like research, is a process of revision and improvement. With help, I was making my way through the “jungle”, and surprisingly, I was having fun.
From then on, writing became one of my favorite parts of research, and it still is today. It’s a future I could never have imagined during my early struggles with English classes. But I’ve come around through trial and error.
24. Which can best describe the author’s experience with writing in high school
A. He felt it worth exploring but time-wasting.
B. He struggled with organizing his thoughts.
C. He cared little about his teachers’ feedback.
D. He usually left the pages empty for lack of ideas.
pared with writing, how did the author face the challenge in his research
A. He adopted a problem-solving mindset despite unexpected results.
B. He had a sense of disappointment and uncertainty about the final solution.
C. He was initially uninterested in research but found joy after success.
D. He felt being thrown back into the jungle in the research process.
26. What can be inferred about writing from paragraph 3
A. It involves constant improvement like conducting research.
B. It isn’t a necessary step on the path to an academic.
C. It acts as a minor part of the overall research.
D. It’s a hard process to improve even with others’ help.
27. Which of the following might be the best title
A. Jungle of Writing: a Peaceful Writer’s Paradise
B. Struggles with English Classes and Research Paper
C. From Hating to Loving: My Writing Journey
D. Predictable Journey to a Successful Researcher
C
The unceasing spread of buildings and roads turns urban areas into heat islands, discomforting residents and worsening dangerous heatwaves, which are in any case likely to become more frequent as the planet warms.
A possible answer to the problem of heat is trees. To cool an area effectively, though, trees must be planted in quantity. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin find that American cities need 40% tree coverage to cut urban heat back meaningfully. Unfortunately, not all cities — and especially not those now springing up in the world’s poor and middle-income countries — are blessed with parks, private gardens or even street trees in sufficient numbers.
Japanese botanist Miyawaki Akira has developed a way to rapidly grow miniature （微型的）natural forests for urban areas. His insight is to deconstruct and rebuild the process of forest growth, making bare land develop naturally into mature forest. Normally, the first arrival is grass. Shrubs sprout later, followed by small trees and, finally, larger ones. Miyawaki’s method skips some early stages, directly planting the kinds of species found in mature forests.
When starting a Miyawaki forest, gardeners first analyse and improve the soil with suitable fertilisers. They then select 100 or so local plant species. Using a wide mix of species, not all of them trees, is important. Trees, shrubs and ground-covering herbs all coexist in natural forests, developing lots of positive ecological relations, where vines rely on trees for support, trees shade shrubs, and roots interact with fungi（真菌）for nutrient exchange, which encourages the plants to grow faster. After selecting species, the gardeners gather seeds and plant them randomly and densely, rather than in rows. The seedlings therefore have to fight for sunlight, so only the fastest-growing survive. The gardeners tend the forest for three years before it is left to mature on its own. A couple of decades later the forest reaches maturity.
Dr. Miyawaki has supervised the planting of more than 1,500 miniature forests, starting in Japan and extending to other parts of Asia. India is particularly keen. Miyawaki forests are becoming popular and can be found outside Asia, in Europe and Latin America.
28. What might be a solution to the problem of urban heat
A. Developing poor cities.
B. Adjusting the layout of trees.
C. Promoting more eco-friendly parks.
D. Establishing substantial tree cover.
29. What is unique about Miyawaki’s method
A. It accelerates forest maturity.
B. It starts with large trees.
C. It transforms bare land into forests.
D. It introduces all plant species.
30. What can we learn from the process of building a Miyawaki forest
A. Soil preparation matters little.
B. Biodiversity alone ensures success.
C. Human intervention is continuous.
D. Dense planting drives natural selection.
31. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To show the negative effects of urban development.
B. To describe the specific steps of growing natural forests.
C. To introduce an approach to solving urban heat islands.
D. To encourage urban planners to plant a variety of trees.
D
Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney have become well known for creating text and visuals according to our direct commands. Next up: reconstructing our thoughts.
In a study published in May 2023 in Nature Neuroscience, a team of researchers from the University of Texas at Austin showed that an AI decoder（解码器）could translate the words people heard while listening to podcasts（播客）and the images people saw while watching silent movies. Matching specific patterns of brain activity to specific phrases, the AI was trained on three people as they consumed 16 hours of storytelling. From that learning, the technology could decode the thoughts of someone “imagining a story in their head,” says neuroscientist and senior study author Alexander Huth, though its accuracy was greatly reduced for individuals who were not involved in its training.
According to the team, the AI could one day be used to assist stroke patients and others who have lost the ability to speak, by decoding their brain activity into words. And the team’s decoder isn’t alone in its mind-reading applications. In March, researchers from Osaka University reported that they’d developed a similar model, Stable Diffusion, that reconstructs images from fMRI(Functional magnetic resonance imaging) scans.
If it feels invasive（侵扰的）, researchers stress that it’s unlikely AI will be able to read your mind without your consent anytime soon. “The current technology is still very far removed from a general-purpose（通用的）mind-reading device,” says Iris Groen, a neuroscientist at the Informatics Institute at the University of Amsterdam.
Both approaches require participants to spend hours in fMRI scanners, and the University of Texas AI can make mistakes, sending out gibberish（胡言乱语）if a person thinks unrelated thoughts. And researchers are still prioritizing the privacy of our internal imaginings, given the pace of AI’s progress.
“The brain contains extremely sensitive personal information,” says Yu Takagi, a neuroscientist involved in the Stable Diffusion project. “It should not be subjected to any form of analysis without informed consent.”
32. What can we learn about an AI decoder from the text
A. It can create images of films.
B. It can train people for storytelling.
C. It can read mind to some extent.
D. It can decode the imagination of anyone.
33. What does the word “consent” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Suggestion. B. Participation. C. Application. D. Permission.
34. According to the text, which of the following is true about current AI technology in mind-reading
A. It’s used as a universal mind-reading device.
B. It remains in an immature stage.
C. It can accurately read people’s thoughts.
D. It can be used to regulate people’s thoughts.
35. What should be taken into consideration according to Yu Takagi
A. We should respect people’s privacy when doing research.
B. We should keep up with the pace of AI’s development.
C. We should avoid making mistakes when doing analyses.
D. We should prioritize progress rather than personal feelings.
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。
How to Stay Motivated in Class
Do you have those days when you say to yourself, “I don’t need school,” or when you just can’t find the motivation to pay attention in school or get your homework done
36 We’re here to share all the best tips to keep yourself motivated in school so that you can succeed and achieve your goals.
● Set concrete academic goals.
It’s easier to stay motivated if you have specific goals. 37 Are you just trying to pass Sit down and set specific aims for yourself. You might say you want to maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, or that you want to get at least an Aˉ in history this year.
● Break big assignments into small chunks.
Prevent burnout by tackling things in smaller, manageable pieces. Don’t get overwhelmed by a class presentation or a long paper. Remember that you don’t have to finish a project in one day. You can list all the different steps you must complete to finish the project. 38
● 39
Avoid cramming and focus on creating your own understanding. It’s easy to just sit in front of your book and read passively without really absorbing the information. Study in a way that makes the most sense to you. If you find it most efficient to focus on one subject at a time, do that. If bouncing between a few similar subjects helps you stay on task, that’s fine, too.
● Reward yourself for accomplishing your tasks.
Tie your goals to something you really want so you stay motivated. If you want to stay motivated in school, you need something to look forward to. Bargain with yourself: if you study for two hours, you can watch your favorite TV show at 8:00. If you get an A on your paper, you’ll take the whole weekend off and just relax. 40 Give yourself a little time off when you deserve it.
A. Study efficiently.
B. Focus on one certain subject.
C. Remember that nobody can work all the time.
D. If you just want to “do better” in school, does that mean an A or a B
E. Use an advanced method to set concrete and meaningful goals for yourself.
F. Then make a schedule that forces you to finish one small piece of the project per day.
G. You’re not alone, but doing well in school will set you up for the life you desire ahead.
第三部分 语言知识运用 (共两节，满分30分)
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I, Jane Goodall, almost 90 years old, always share my reasons to feel optimistic. Someone may be thinking, “If she is aware of what is going on in the world, how can she be writing about 41 ”
In 1990 I visited Nagasaki, the city where the second atomic bomb was dropped at the end of World War II. The fireball produced by the 42 reached temperatures equal to the sun. Scientists 43 that nothing would grow for decades. But, 44 , two 500-year-old camphor trees had survived.
I was taken to see one of the survivors. It’s now a large tree, but its thick trunk has
45 and you can see it’s all black inside it. But every spring, that tree puts out new leaves. Many Japanese 46 it as a holy monument to peace and survival. I stood there,
47 of the destruction we humans can cause and amazed by the unbelievable
48 of nature.
Last year, I took part in a very special ceremony in New York City, along with about 20 49 from across America. We all gathered around the Survivor Tree, who 50 after she was wounded on 9/11. We stood silently and 51 for peace on earth. I looked around at the young men, who would inherit（继承）the planet 52 by countless generations of humans. And then I saw the nest of some small bird. The students were also 53 at it. Some smiled, others had tears in their eyes. They, too, were ready to 54 the world. The Survivor Tree, had not only put out new leaves herself but also 55 the lives of others.
Now do you understand how I dare hope
41. A. future B. dream C. hope D. ambition
42. A. exploration B. invasion C. consumption D. explosion
43. A. predicted B. encountered C. denied D. instructed
44. A. sadly B. amazingly C. consistently D. roughly
45. A. cracks B. leaves C. pests D. marks
46. A. employ B. appoint C. regard D. assign
47. A. afraid B. ashamed C. careful D. fond
48. A. company B. secret C. scenery D. recovery
49. A. colleagues B. students C. experts D. artists
50. A. rotted B. disappeared C. survived D. transformed
51. A. exchanged B. looked C. paid D. prayed
52. A. betrayed B. wounded C. declined D. created
53. A. staring B. aiming C. shouting D. knocking
54. A. accelerate B. assess C. consume D. embrace
55. A. saved B. disturbed C. inspired D. attained
第二节（共10个小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Lunyu, or the Analects of Confucius, is 56. ________fine example of world literature and the publication of the Maltese version of the ancient Chinese book would further enhance cultural exchanges between China and Malta, says Maltese Sinologist and translator of the book Salvatore Giuffre.
It is the first time that the book, which is a collection of ideas and sayings from the ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius (551-479 BC), 57. ________ (translate) into Maltese.
58. ________made us moved was that Giuffre spent around two years making the anthology accessible to Maltese readers, especially to young students, by translating it. 59. ________ (current), the Maltese version is available for local readers. The translated version is complete with an introduction to the life of Confucius, the era he lived in, his teachings and the key concepts, terms, names and figures 60. ________ (mention) in the book.
Giuffre says he added comments and explanations to make the text 61.________(easy) for Maltese readers to understand. “I tried to keep my Maltese version as understandable as possible to enable a larger circle of readers to benefit 62. ________ it,” Giuffre says. “I hope my translation will contribute to the spread of Chinese culture 63. ________ knowledge of Chinese philosophy in Malta.”
Giuffre notes that Confucius not only teaches people how to become good rulers but also how to govern a country. The Chinese initiative of building a community with a shared future clearly expresses the vision of today’s China 64. ________ (promote) a peaceful system of good global governance.
“Confucius’ idea of good governance would then be taken as a model for world harmony, 65. ________ (cooperate) and governance,” he says.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节 （满分15分）
假定你是李华，你校本周末将举办“书画进校园”传统文化活动。请你给外教Smith写一封邮件，邀请他来参加本周六在校图书馆举办的传统书画艺术展。
内容包括：
1. 活动时间和地点；
2. 活动的主要内容和形式；
3. 活动目的和意义。
注意：词数80左右。
Dear Smith，
Yours，
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Anika pulled her suitcase behind her as she followed her parents through the airport. She looked all around her in the huge building that seemed to be filled with thousands of people. It was going to be her first time on an airplane. She was very excited, and maybe just a little nervous. She hugged her favorite doll tightly. That made her feel better.
She walked down the narrow passage of the plane to find her seat with her parents. The tall flight attendant smiled at her and asked where they were going. “Walt Disney World,” Anika said with a smile.
“I thought so,” replied the flight attendant. “Most of the families on this flight are headed that way.” She pointed to her name tag. “I’m Leanne. You let me know if you and your pretty doll friend need anything.”
“Thanks. I’m Anika, and this is Pansy,” said Anika, holding the doll up to show her.
“Nice to meet you both,” replied Leanne.
It was a long journey. Anica read a book with Pansy and did some puzzles. Soon she was getting a little tired, and bored too.
Anika’s mom suggested she try and get some sleep. “That way you won’t be tired when we arrive.” They asked Leanne for a pillow, a blanket, and a sleep mask to cover her eyes. “That should keep you warm and cozy,” Leanne said. “Night-night!” She winked at the young girl and walked down the passage.
Anika put Pansy under the blanket with her and settled in. She fell asleep quickly. In no time, it seemed, she was being woken up again because it was time to land. They had arrived!
Anika was delighted to be in Florida. She couldn’t wait to swim at the hotel pool and then see all the rides at the magical amusement park. When her family got to the hotel, they put down their bags and luggage. Anika thought that she would bring Pansy along to see all the amazing sights with her. She looked around, but she couldn’t find her doll. “Mommy Daddy Have you seen Pansy ”
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: Her parents searched through the bags and luggage — no doll.
Paragraph 2: When she boarded the plane, Anika was surprised to see that Leanne was one of the flight attendants again.
吉林地区普通中学2024-2025高三第二次模拟考试答案
英 语 试 题 答 案
阅卷截止时间：1月17日下午14：00
听力： 1-5 ABBCA 6-10ACCBA 11-15 ACBBA 16-20 CCBAB
阅读： 21-23. BAC 24-27. BAAC
28-31. DADC 32-35. CDBA
七选五：36-40 GDFAC
完型： 41-45 CDABA 46-50 CBDBC 51-55 DBADC
语法填空：
56. a 57. has been translated 58.What 59.Currently 60. mentioned
61.easier 62. from 63. and 64.to promote 65.cooperation
应用文参考范文：
Dear Mr.Smith,
I hope this email finds you well.I am writing to invite you to join us for an upcoming event“Calligraphy and Painting into Campus,”which is scheduled this Saturday at our school library.
The event will take place from 9 a.m.to 12 a.m.,featuring diverse traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting works.There will be live demonstrations,workshops,and an exhibition of student artworks. Furthermore, you’ll also have the opportunity to try them out yourself!
The purpose of this event is to promote and appreciate the rich traditional culture of China. It’s a great opportunity to understand the significance of these arts and their role in Chinese history.
We’d be honored by your presence. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Best regards,
Li Hua
读后续写参考范文：
Her parents searched through the bags and luggage — no doll. Anika’s heart sank as she realized Pansy might be lost. Her eyes welled up with tears, feeling a sense of loss. Her parents didn’t want Anika to get upset, so her father said, “Anika, your Pansy will turn up somewhere soon. But for now, how about we go out and explore ” “Yes, we can search for her later,” suggested her mother. Anika reluctantly agreed. It had been a great vacation. The only time she got sad was at bedtime when she remembered that Pansy was still lost.They tried every means but Pansy wasn’t to be found. Anika was unhappy that her vacation was over and still sad that she didn’t have Pansy anymore. （尾句方向或为As they prepared to leave Florida, Anika couldn’t help but hope that she might see Leane again and ask about Pansy.）
When she boarded the plane, Anika was surprised to see that Leanne was one of the flight attendants again. Leanne also saw the little girl and walked to her. “I’m so glad to see you again,” said Leanne, with a big smile. “I have someone here who has missed you very much!” Leanne reached into her bag and pulled out a familiar face. “Pansy!” gasped Anika. “How did you … Where … ” She didn’t even know which questions to ask. “I can’t believe you found her, and I can’t believe you found me again!” Anika hugged her doll tightly, smiling up at Leanne. “Well, you can believe it,” Leanne said. She leaned down to the girl and whispered, “After all, it really is a small world.” She winked.
听力原文
Text 1
W: How do you stick to a fitness routine
M: For me, it’s all about team sports. Nobody really cares if I miss a run or a kung fu class. But if I don’t show up to volleyball practice, suddenly five people are shouting at me on the phone! (1)
Text 2
W: What about a boxer (拳师狗) They’re energetic and great with kids. Plus, they’re known for their protective nature.
M: Oh, that’s interesting. I’ve heard boxers are quite the family dogs. My cousin was talking about wanting to get a new pet. I’ll check with her about it. (2)
Text 3
W: What can I get you
M: Well, I always order the steak when I come here. I’m a little boring like that! But you made the mushroom pizza sound so good. I’m going to give it a go! (3) You know, I hardly ever eat meat-free dishes.
W: Great choice, sir!
Text 4
W: Great speech, Carl!
M: Thanks, Emma! But hang on… I thought you were going on straight after me. Shouldn’t you be onstage right now
W: No, Tim has to leave the competition early today, so the judges switched our places. (4) I’m now scheduled to speak between Jennifer and Martin.
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W: I’ve only been growing vegetables for about a year, so I still have lots to learn.
M: No way, that’s amazing! I’ve been growing for almost a decade, and my results are nowhere near as good.
W: Well, thanks! I think I’m just really lucky with my garden’s soil. (5)
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W: An old lady just dropped off this donation.
M: Wow, look at all those candies on the top! (6)
W: I know! Plus, the filling is chocolate, so it’ll definitely sell well with the kids. Where should I put it
M: Give it here. How about we sell two for a dollar (6)
W: Sounds reasonable. (6) Oh, also…there’s no more banana bread left.
M: No problem. Let’s put this apple pie out instead.
W: Okay. Any idea how we’re doing so far
M: At last count, we’d raised over $400. (7)
W: Amazing! The dog shelter will be so pleased. (7)
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W: Can you believe this The forecast said it was going to rain cats and dogs! (8)
M: I know! So here I am, wearing thick wool trousers and a long dress shirt. (8)
W: Oh, no! (8)
M: Luckily, I didn’t wear the tie. But still… I’m probably going to pass out on my way home. (9) And that’s if I even survive the walk to the station!
W: Oh, there’s no way I’m suffering the London Underground today. I’ll find a bus. (9) At least most of them have air conditioning.
M: True. That’s a good idea, actually. I might do the same. (9)
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W: Wow, I love this! It must have cost you thousands! Is it an antique (11)
M: Actually, it’s only a few years old. And all it cost me was a bad back from carrying half a tree home from the wood yard!
W: What do you mean You made this table (11) (12)
M: Yeah! In fact, I made a lot of the furniture in my apartment. That big bookshelf over there, those dining chairs… (12)
W: You’re so talented!
M: Thanks! We had a great woodworking teacher at my school, so quite a few of us got really into it. And as it turns out, it’s a pretty useful hobby for an engineer. (13)
W: Oh
M: Yeah, it involves all kinds of skills I need at work. (13) Maths, problem-solving, product design, spatial reasoning… But also, it’s just fun and creative. I find it really relaxing.
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M: If you’re sending a message to your father, will you ask him to pick up my new glasses The shop phoned earlier and told me they’re ready.
W: Oh, actually I’m on Weibo right now. (14) But sure… I’ll let him know.
M: Thank you. Weibo
W: Yeah, I’m just sharing some photos of our day together. (14) Look, here’s us at the park earlier, and having lunch…
M: What’s that you’ve written beneath
W: It just says, “Amazing day out with the world’s best Grandpa!”
M: That’s nice. However, I still don’t understand why your generation wants to share everything you do with the world.
W: Actually, only my real friends can see what I post. Most of us live quite far apart, and it’s nice to see what everybody’s doing occasionally. When I was younger, I really wanted to get lots of “likes” and attention. But nowadays, I just use it to document my day-to-day experiences. (15)
M: Like keeping a diary
W: Exactly! Social media can definitely be used in a negative way. But for me, it’s mostly just a useful tool to help me remember all of life’s lovely little moments. (15)
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Next on the show… He’s been called a “once-in-a-generation talent”. Will West grew up in Birmingham, UK, the son of a British mother and a Chinese-Jamaican father. (17) (18) (19) As an athletic child, he started with gymnastics before being introduced to his high school dance teacher. (18) The teenage West spent every lunch break training, throwing himself into every style from breakdancing to ballet. Then, aged just 16, he moved to London to start a career as a commercial dancer. (19) Luckily, this risky move paid off. He first booked a job dancing in Thriller Live, the long-running Michael Jackson show at the Lyric Theater. But his career really exploded in 2023 when West was a featured dancer on Volcano, the visual album created by a British dance music group, Jungle. The song “Back on 74” was a huge hit, with many crediting its success to West’s intense and emotional performance. (20) Overnight, thousands of videos appeared online with creators trying to recreate his moves. But there is only one Will West! Please welcome him to the show…

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