江苏省沭阳县2018_2019学年高二英语上学期期中试题.doc

1、20182019学年度第一学期期中调研测试高二英语试题本试卷分第卷 (选择题) 和第II卷 (非选择题) 两部分，共120分。考试时间120分钟。第I卷 （选择题 三部分 共85分）第一部分 听力 （共两节，满分20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分，满分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 will the man probabl

2、y do? A. Ask Linda for advice. B. Tell his sister the truth. C. Lend some money to his sister.2. What does the man suggest the woman do tomorrow night? A. Stay at the party for a while.B. Study at school. C. Do her work.3. What band did the woman see? A. The one with a dancer. B. The one with a pian

3、ist. C. The one with three guitarists.4. Why does the man prefer magazines? A. They are cheaper. B. They are more interesting. C. They can be finished more quickly.5. Where does this conversation probably take place? A. At the womans home. B. At a hotel. C. At a hospital.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 听下面5段

4、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 does the girl think of the boys parents? A. Friendly. B. Understanding. C. Strict.7. What can we learn from the conversation? A. The girl likes chemistry very much. B. The bo

5、y got a good grade in chemistry. C. The boy did worse than the girl in chemistry. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. Why does the woman refuse to help the man? A. It is against the rules. B. His instrument is too heavy. C. She doesnt know where to make a call.9. Where will the man go? A. To the reception. B. To the

6、dining room. C. To the bag office. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. What is the man? A. A host.B. A news reporter. C. A fitness trainer.11. When will the fitness center be open? A. On June 10th. B. On July 16th. C. On August 21st.12. Which sport can people do outdoors in the sports center? A. Tennis. B. Volleyb

7、all. C. Basketball. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. When was the World Wildlife Fund founded? A. In 1916. B. In 1961.C. In 1969.14. What is the official sign of the World Wildlife Fund? A. A picture of a panda.B. A picture of a dolphin.C. A picture of a whale.15. What does the Audubon Society focus on? A. The

8、protection of birds. B. The protection of forests. C. The protection of ocean animals.16. What do we know about the Wilderness Society? A. It is named after an American wildlife painter. B. It has eighteen branches in the United States. C. Its head office is in Washington, D.C. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17.

9、 What is the talk about? A. An acting experience. B. A great book. C. College life.18. Why did the speaker decide to try for a part in The Finnegans? A. She thought the book would make a great film. B. She felt she was perfect for the part of Polly. C. She was encouraged by her grandmother.19. How d

10、id the speaker know the filming plans? A. Her mother sent an e-mail to her. B. The director called her. C. Her friend told her.20. How did the speaker manage to find time to do the filming? A. She asked her friends to help with her essays. B. She took time off and did her college work later. C. She

11、missed lectures and hoped nobody would notice.第二部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分35分）第一节 单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）请认真阅读下面各题，从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。21. I asked her what happened, but she made no .A. response B. explanation C. comment D. word22. This project resulted in farmers their crops with trees or g

12、rass.A. replaced B. replacing C. to replace D. replaces23. The worlds population has grown six times it was in 1800.A. by; what B. by; that C. in; what D. to; that24. We both started shouting at each other and it a horrible argument.A. turned down B. turned up C. turned into D. turned around25. All

13、the leaders were the street being named after a great man.A .in praise of B. in honor of C. in favor of D. in need of26.Jerry was so in the story that he didnt hear what I said.A. attracted B. absorbed C. fascinated D. drawn27. Our English teacher was so busy. She cannot afford enough time with her

14、daughter she wants to.A. as if B. even if C. because D. before28. - Do you think their football team will win the first place at the coming game.- . Ours is much stronger than theirs.A. Of course B. It depends C. Dont mention it D. By no means29. The audience themselves, the concert began.A. having

15、seated B. having been seated C. being seated D. seated30. Id appreciate if you prepare lunch for us.A. you B. this C. myself D. it31. Parents always get a bit if we dont arrive home on time.A. curious B. anxious C. conscious D. eager32. More and more teachers are from her teaching methods.A. adoptin

16、g B. harvesting C. benefiting D. discouraging33. As these new products are not selling well, the members of the board have decided to production.A. cut away B. cut up C. cut down on D. cut off34. - Have you finished reading Harry Potter.- No, I my homework all day yesterday.A. do B. would do C. had

17、done D. was doing35. Im a little nervous. The task hasnt been finished, but the time is .A. using up B. going out C. running out D. giving out第二节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。I was unbelievably proud of my nine-year-old daughter, Emily. Determined to buy a

18、 mountain 36 , shed been saving her pocket money all year, as well as doing small 37 to earn extra money. By Thanksgiving, she had collected only $49. I said, “You can have your pick from my bicycle 38 .” “Thanks, Daddy. But your bikes are so old.” She was right. All my girls bikes were 1950s 39 , n

19、ot the kind a kid today would like to choose. As Christmas 40 , Emily and I went bike shopping. As we left one store, she 41 a Salvation Army (基督教慈善组织) volunteer standing next to a big pot. “Can we give something, Daddy?” she asked. “Sorry, em, Im out of change.” I said. Throughout December, Emily 4

20、2 to work hard. Then one day, she made a surprising 43 . “You know all the money Ive been saving?” she said hesitantly. “Im going to give it to the poor people.” So one cold morning before Christmas, Emily handed her total savings of $58 to a 44 who was really very thankful. 45 by Emilys selflessnes

21、s, I decided to contribute one of my old bicycles to a car dealer who was collecting used bikes for poor children. 46 I selected a shiny model from my collection, however, it seemed as if a second bike took on a glow (发光). Should I contribute 47 ? No, one would be enough. But I couldnt 48 the feelin

22、g that I should give a second bike. When I later 49 the bikes, the car dealer said, “Youre making two kids very 50 , sir. Here are your tickets. For each bicycle contributed, were 51 one chance to win a girls mountain bike.” Why wasnt I surprised when that second ticket proved to be the 52 ? I like

23、to think it was Gods way of 53 a little girl for a sacrifice 54 her yearswhile giving her dad a 55 in the process.36. A. potB. bike C. cup D. car37. A. jobs B. practiceC. homework D. cleaning38. A. contributionB. club C. shop D. collection39. A. examples B. modelsC. cases D. scenes40. A. touchedB. s

24、kipped C. approached D. surrounded41. A. spotted B. sensedC. tracked D. monitored42. A. decided B. tended C. continued D. pretended43. A. adjustment B. commentC. announcement D. achievement44. A. neighbor B. passenger C. manager D. volunteer45. A. MovedB. Shocked C. Persuaded D. Suggested46. A. As B

25、. Because C. While D. Though47. A. someB. two C. one D. any48. A. excuse B. convince C. explain D. shake 49. A. shared B. returned C. chose D. delivered 50. A. pleased B. astonished C. devoted D. connected51. A. offering B. taking C. missing D. getting52. A. winner B. present C. harvest D. chance53.

26、 A. greeting B. sheltering C. rewarding D. praising54. A. under B. within C. before D. beyond55. A. lesson B. approval C. agreement D. experience第三节 阅读理解（共 10 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 20 分）请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AAmsterdamis one of the most popular travel destinations in the world,

27、famous for its beautiful canals, top art museum and cycling culture. It is the capital and most populous (人口稠密) city in the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” due to its convenient system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your

28、trip to Amsterdam.Must-See AttractionsMost visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers and coffee shops. Dont miss the Dam Square and the areas around Spui and Nieuwmarkt. Youll also want to check out Amsterdams Museum Quart

29、er in the South District, which is great for shopping at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark.TransportationTravelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest a airports in the world. You can catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Statio

30、n, which has many connecting routes. Cycling is very popular here, and its easy to find cheap bike rentals around town.Recommended RestaurantsAmsterdamis a top destination for foodies, so it is difficult to narrow down your dining choices. Here are a couple of our favorites.RestaurantCuisine (风味)Loc

31、ationPriceNotesFoodismMediterraneanNassaukade 122,1052 ECdishes from 20Small portions are served so order 2-3dishes per personCiel BleuFrenchHotel Okura.Ferdinand Bolstraat333, 1072 LHset-price menusfrom 110 fordinnerMake advance bookingand ask for a table bythe windowMoney Saving Tips Look for acco

32、mmodations in Amsterdams South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center. Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money. Check out our homepage to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.56. Where can you

33、enjoy dishes of Mediterranean cooking? A. The Albert Cuyp Market. B. Ciel Bleu.C. Foodism.D. Vondelpark.57. Which of the following is TRUE according the passage? A. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is the busiest a airports in the world. B. Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure from the Vondelpark

34、.C. Buying train tickets at the counter can save a bit of money.D. Amsterdam is well-known for its convenient system of bridges and canals.58. This passage is most probably taken from _. A. a business magazineB. a travel websiteC. a research report D. a scientific discoveryBWASHINGTONThousands of pu

35、blic schools stopped teaching foreign languages in the last decade, according to a survey. But another contrary trend has educators and policy makers abuzz: a rush by schools in all parts of America to offer instructions in Chinese. Some schools are paying for Chinese classes on their own, but hundr

36、eds are getting some help. The Chinese government is sending teachers from China to schools all over the worldand paying part of their salaries. No one keeps an exact count, but rough calculations based on the governments survey suggest that perhaps 1,600 American public and private schools are teac

37、hing Chinese, up from 300 or so a decade ago. And the number is growing exponentially (成倍地). “Its really changing the language education landscape of this country,” said Nancy C. Rhodes, director at the center. Other indicators point to the same trend. “The number of students taking the Advanced Pla

38、cement test in Chinese, introduced in 2007, has grown so fast that it is likely to pass German this year as the third most-tested A.P. language, after Spanish and French, ” said Trevor Packer, vice president at the College Board. “Weve all been surprised that in such a short time Chinese would grow

39、to surpass A.P. German,” Mr. Packer said. A decade ago, most of the schools with Chinese programs were on the East and West Coasts. But in recent years, many schools have started Chinese programs in heartland states, including Ohio and Illinois in the Midwest, Texas and Georgia in the South, and Col

40、orado and Utah in the Rocky Mountain West. America has had the study of a foreign language grow before, only to see the bubble burst. Many schools began teaching Japanese in the 1980s, after Japan emerged as an economic rival. But thousands have dropped the language, the survey found. Japanese is no

41、t the only language that has declined. Thousands of schools that offered French, German or Russian have stopped teaching those languages too, the survey found.59. Which of the following is FALSE according to the passage? A. More and more people choose Chinese in A. P. test.B.Japanese, French, German

42、 and French have declined in America.C. Chinese programs have been started in more areas in America recently.D. China supports Chinese programs abroad by paying all the salaries of the teachers. 60.What does the underlined word “surpass” in the fourth paragraph mean? A. Do or be better than.B. Be eq

43、ual to. C. Do or be worse than.D. Be junior to.61. What does the passage mainly talk about? A. American schools have stopped teaching French, German, Japanese and Russian.B. Chinese becomes more popular in America while other foreign languages fade. C. Chinese is being learned as an official languag

44、e all over the world.D. People are gradually fond of learning Chinese and Japanese in recent years.CCalifornia condors (大秃鹫) are North Americas largest birds, with wing-length of up to 3 meters. In the 1980s, electrical lines and lead poisoning(铅中毒) nearly drove them to dying out. Now, electric shoc

45、k training and medical treatment are helping to rescue these big birds.In the late 1980s, the last few condors were taken from the wild, and there are now more than 150 flying over California and nearby Arizona, Utah and Baja in Mexico.Electrical lines have been killing them off. “As they go in to r

46、est for the night, they just dont see the power lines,” says Bruce Rideout of San Diego Zoo. Their wings can bridge the gap between lines, resulting in electrocution (电死) if they touch two lines at once.So scientists have come up with a shocking idea. Tall poles, placed in large training areas, teac

47、h the birds to stay clear of electrical lines by giving them a painful but undeadly electric shock. Before the training was introduced, 66% of set-freed condors died of electrocution. This has now dropped to 18%. Lead poisonous has proved more difficult to deal with. When condors eat dead bodies of

48、other animals containing lead, they absorb large quantities of lead. This affects their nervous systems and ability to produce baby birds, and can lead to kidney failures and death. So condors with high levels of lead are sent to Los Angeles Zoo, where they are treated with calcium EDTA, a chemical

49、that removes lead from the blood over several days. This work is starting to pay off. The annual death rate for adult condors has dropped from 38% in 2008 to 5.4% in 2018. Rideouts team thinks that the California condors average survival time in the wild is now just under eight years. “Although thes

50、e measures are not effective forever, they are vital for now,” he says. “They are truly good birds that are worth every effort we put into recovering them. ”62. We can learn from the passage that _. A. California condors are Americas largest birds, which can fly up to 3 meters highB. California cond

51、ors risk of dying out attracted researchers interest in the 1980sC. electrical lines can lead to California condors kidney failures and death D. the annual death rate for adult condors has dropped by 48% since 200863. How does the author prove the efforts to recover California condors effective? A.

52、By listing and comparing data. B. By analyzing phenomena.C. By setting examples.D. By making comments.64. What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. The measures are only effective in a very short time.B. The measures will be vital forever if taken properly.C. The measures shouldnt be taken, for

53、it isnt effective forever. D. The measures should be taken, for the birds deserve recovering.65. Which of the following is the best title of the passage? A. California Condors Shocking RecoveryB. California Condors unexpected survivalC. California Condors longer lifeD. California Condors effective t

54、rainingDAlthough not as much as in the past, grandparents are the teachers of the Navajo (纳瓦霍人) youth. They make young people aware of life at an early age. The parents allow them to teach the children, and the grandparents take great pride in raising the children or at least having a big part in ra

55、ising them.Young children often stay with their grandparents for years at a time, developing a close and trusting relationship. The grandparents teach the children Navajo legends and the principle of life, emphasizing both new culture trends and the preservation of traditions.The grandparents are al

56、so often the leading figures in teaching the youth the arts of weaving (编织), caring for the animals, using herbal medicine, and other arts and crafts.The children are taught to respect their elders, to care for them, to help them whenever they are in need, and to learn from them. Young people are ur

57、ged to listen with care to the words of their elders and to keep as much wisdom as possible. Grandparents often go to social gatherings and traditional events, and the young have opportunities to learn more about their culture and traditions.I live with my grandmother for thirteen years, and she rai

58、sed me in the old ways of our people. Although I was going to school, she taught me as much as she could about our traditions. She was a beautiful woman. If I had a chance, I would listen again to her wise teachings, expressed with kindness in a soft voice that touched my heart.We used to plant corn

59、 and pumpkin every summer. They never grew big enough to feed us, but we planted them anyway. I asked my grandmother why. She said, “Grandson, our plants will be far more beautiful than the flowers outside the fence.” I did not understand until one day I saw their beauty as I was coming over the hil

60、l with her. She said, “Anything that is a part of you is always far more beautiful than the things which you pass by.” We had some beautiful years together. I am glad she is a part of me and I am a part of her.Children used to be well disciplined, showing more respect for culture, tradition, and bel

61、iefs than they do now. The world of the Navajo has been influenced by the western world, and the grandparents have less control and influence than they used to. But the young people who have been touched by their teachings have experienced a way of life beyond what most people know today.66. From Pa

62、ragraph 1 we can learn that _. A. grandparents feel proud of raising their grandchildren B. parents think only grandparents can raise their childrenC. there are not schools intended for the Navajo youth D. children are unwilling to learn from their parents67. What can children learn from their grand

63、parents according to the passage? legends and the principle of life becoming leading figures the arts of weaving making herbal medicine caring for the animals A. B. C. D. 68. The authors grandmother planted corn and pumpkin because _. A. they were short of food B. corn and pumpkin were her favoriteC

64、. she wanted to teach the author a life lesson D. no plants were more beautiful than corn and pumpkin69. In the authors opinion, _. A. grandparents arent involved in teaching grandchildren again B. his grandparents teaching could replace schoolingC. grandparents influence on grandchildren is stronge

65、r than expectedD. the western world has changed the Navajos completely70. The purpose of the article is to _. A. show respect for his grandparentsB. introduce a Navajo culture to readersC. emphasize the role of Navajo in the worldD. persuade readers to pay a visit to Navajo tribes第二卷（非选择题，共35分）第一部分：

66、任务型阅读 （共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） 请认真阅读下列短文,并根据所读内容在文章后表格中的空格里填入一个最恰当的单词。注意：每空填入一个最恰当的单词。请将答案写在答题卡上相应题号的横线上。Kids worry about things like grades, tests, their changing bodies, getting along with friends, the goal they missed at the soccer game, or whether theyll make the team. They may worry about social tro

67、ubles like cliques (朋党), peer pressure, or whether theyll be bullied (威吓), teased, or left out.There are some tips to help your kids handle whats worrying them as follows.Find out whats on their minds.Be interested in whats happening at school, on the team, and with your kidsfriends. Take casual opp

68、ortunities to ask how its going. As you listen to stories of a days events, be sure to ask about what your kids think and feel about what happened. If your children seem to be worried about something, ask them about it.Show your care and understanding.Being interested in your childrens concerns show

69、s theyre important to you. It helps your kids feel supported and understood. Reassuring comments can helpbut usually only after youve heard your children out. Say that you understand their feelings and the problems.Guide kids to solutions.When your children tell you about a problem, offer to help th

70、em. For example, if your son is worried about an upcoming math test, offering to help him study will reduce his concern about it. In most situations, dont simply jump in and fix the problem for your children. Instead, think it through and come up with possible solutions together. Solve problems with

71、 your kids, rather than for them. By taking an active role, kids learn how to handle a problem in an independent way.Be a good role model.Your response to your own worries can go a long way toward teaching your kids how to deal with everyday challenges. If youre at a loss or angry when dealing with

72、a to-do list thats too long, your kids will learn that as the proper response to stress.TitleHelping kids71. _ with worriesTypes of their worriesAcademic: their lessons, grades, testsPhysical:changeshappening to their 72. _ 73. _: relationships with their friends, peers, classmates and teachers, rol

73、es in a soccer game and the results of it, etc.74. _onremoving theworriesFind out whatson their minds. Take a(n)75. _ in what has happened to your kids. Find out your kidsattitude and reaction to the happenings.Show your careand understanding. Showconcernabout your kidslife and let them feel your 76

74、. _ and understanding. Tell them you understand their feelings and the problems.Guide kidsto solutions. Offer help to your kids when they are in trouble. 77. _ solving the problem for them, but with them. Help your kids develop a habit of solving problems 78. _.Be a goodrole model. Your response to

75、your own worries can 79. _ your kids deeply. Set them a good 80. _ byrespondingto stress or your worries properly.第二部分 书面表达 （满分25分）最近，你们班就长江污染的问题作了一次深入的讨论。现请你根据下面的提示要点用英语作一个总结，适当举例并提出自己的看法（至少两点）。请根据下列提示，写一篇150词左右的文章。开头已为你写好。长江受污染的状况引起了世人的关注问题1用水量大增 2排放到江里的有害物质和城市污水急剧增长结果1众多鱼类和野生动物濒临灭绝 2饮用水安全受到威胁 3生态

76、平衡遭到破坏原因分析1迅猛的工农业发展 2人口急剧增长看法与建议12As the third longest river in the world, the environmental problems of the Yangtze River have raised concern both nationally and internationally. 20182019学年度第一学期期中调研测试高二英语参考答案听力(每题1分，共20分)：1-5 CACCB 6-10 BCACB 11-15 CABAA 16-20 CABAB单选(每题1分，共15分)21-25ABACC 26-30 BBD

77、AD 31-35 BCCDC完形 (每题1分 共20分)36-40 BADBC 41-45 ACCDA 46-50 BADDA 51-55 AACDA阅读理解(每题2分，共20分)56-58 CDB 59-61 DAB 62-65 BADA 66-70 ABCCB任务型(每题1分，共10分)71. deal/cope 72. bodies 73. Social 74. Tips/Suggestions/Advice 75. interest 76. support 77. Avoid 78. independently /alone 79. influence / impact / affec

78、t 80. example作文范文：One possible versionAs the third longest river in the world, the environmental problems of the Yangtze River have raised concern both nationally and internationally. Not only is the amount of water taken from the river rising, but the waste being put back into the river has also be

79、en increasing. As a result, a lot of fish and wildlife are endangered. In addition, the drinking water, which hundreds of millions of people rely on the river for, is unsafe now. Therefore, the balance of the ecology has been badly broken.The main reason for the present situation of the Yangtze Rive

80、r is mainly because of the rapid growth of the population, which contributes to the rapid development of agriculture and industry. In order to focus on water conservation and survival of the wildlife, effective laws are needed and more measures should be taken forcefully to prohibit factories and ci

81、ties along the river from sending out waste and sewage into the river, and only when every one of us takes action, will we be able to win the battle against the pollution.听力原文Text 1M: My sister wanted me to lend her some money. But Im short of money myself. I dont know what I should do.W: Just tell

82、her the truth.M: Im afraid I cant. Maybe Ill ask Linda to give me some money.Text 2W: Im afraid I cant come to the party tomorrow night. I have to work on a report for school. M: Well, why dont you at least try to stop by for a little while?W: OK, then.Text 3W: I saw a good band at last Saturdays ro

83、ck festival. The singer was great!M: The band with the piano player? W: I didnt see anything with a piano. The singer was called Queen Cat. She could really dance, too.M: Oh, I know what you mean the band had three guitars.Text 4W: Which do you prefer, magazines or books?M: Um, I prefer reading maga

84、zines. Because I like a quick read.W: Yeah, you can pick them up and put them down just after a short reading. And theyre cheaper than books. And sometimes they have interesting ads.Text 5 M: Can we have a double room, please?W: Certainly. With a bath or a shower?M: We prefer the room which has a sh

85、ower.Text 6 M: How was your chemistry exam?W: I thought I was going to get a C in chemistry, but I got a B. My parents will be OK with that.M: You are lucky. I got a D in chemistry.W: Oh my gosh! Are your parents going to kill you?M: They know I hate chemistry. I told them not to expect good grades

86、in chemistry, and they understand.W: You are so lucky you have understanding parents like them.Text 7M: Hello. I wonder if you could help me. Would you mind if I left my instrument for just one minute? I have to make a phone call.W: No. Im sorry, sir. Its not allowed.M: Its only for a short time.W:

87、Its against the rules. No instruments can be left in reception for security reasons.M: Is there anywhere I can leave them?W: You can leave it at the bag office on the left.M: Wheres that?W: Its next to the dining room.M: OK. Thanks.Text 8 W: And just to finish our news Chris Peterson is going to tel

88、l us about the new Crossways sports and fitness center.M: Thanks. Its almost finished and the sports center will be open to the public on June 16th thats for sports and swimming. The fitness center isnt quite finished, and wont be open until 21st August, instead of 10th July as planned. W: And will

89、you give us some information now about what we can do in the sports center?M: Sure. The center provides volleyball, basketball and table tennis indoors. And there are also outdoor sports like football and tennis. Theres also a new swimming pool.W: OK, thank you for your report, Chris.Text 9M: Hey, J

90、udy, what are you reading?W: Well, a passage about wildlife protection organizations.M: Really? Ive read something about the World Wildlife Fund, you know, whose official sign is a picture of a panda.W: Yeah. It has been working to protect the worlds endangered species since it was founded in 1961.

91、You know there are organizations who focus on certain animals.M: Really? Thats interesting.W: Here it says the Audubon Society focuses on the protection of birds and the Oceanic Society has been working to protect sea wildlife, such as whales, dolphins and other kinds of fish since its foundation in

92、 1969.M: Oh, I know the Audubon Society is named after an American wildlife painter.W: Yes, thats right. Theres also this one, the Wilderness Society, who works to make sure that the forests, rivers and mountains of the United States remain untouched so that everyone can enjoy their clean air and wa

93、ter. The Wilderness Society tries to educate the public about that from its head office in Washington, D.C. to its eight branch offices across the United States.Text 10W: Hello, everyone. My name is Caroline Benson. I never expected to spend some of my first year at university filming The Finnegans.

94、 Id only ever acted at school, but Id loved the book since I was eleven. My grandmother used to say I was just like Polly Finnegan and I always imagined myself playing her. And I believe I could play the part well. Id taken a year off to go traveling before university. While I was in Chile, my mothe

95、r e-mailed me to say there were plans to turn the book into a film. I knew I had to go for the part. She was surprised at first, but sent my photo to the director and persuaded him to meet me. I flew back and got the part. The outdoor filming took a long time, so I got permission from the university to be away for three weeks. Once I was back at university, I got up at 6:00 a.m. to write the essays Id missed. I didnt tell my university friends, but they found out and thought it was great. It was a wonderful experience Im so lucky.