A Dialogue System with Contextually Appropriate Spoken Output Intonation
对话英语作文
In the realm of English composition,dialogue writing is a powerful tool to create engaging and dynamic narratives.Here are some key points to consider when crafting a dialoguedriven English essay:1.Purpose of Dialogue:Determine the purpose of the dialogue in your essay.Is it to advance the plot,reveal character traits,or provide insight into a particular situation?2.Character Development:Use dialogue to develop your characters.Each character should have a distinct voice that reflects their personality,background,and emotions.3.Natural Language:Write dialogue that sounds natural.Avoid overly formal or stilted language unless it suits the character or situation.4.Punctuation:Use quotation marks to indicate who is speaking.Make sure to punctuate correctly,including commas and periods within the quotes.5.Tags of Speech:Use action tags to indicate who is speaking,rather than relying solely on he said or she said.This can make the dialogue more engaging and help to avoid repetition.6.Balance:Maintain a balance between dialogue and narration.Too much dialogue can make the essay feel like a script,while too little can leave the reader disengaged.7.Conflict and Resolution:Use dialogue to introduce conflict or to resolve it.Conflict isa key element in storytelling and can be effectively conveyed through conversation.8.Reveal Information Gradually:Use dialogue to reveal information gradually,keeping the reader interested and engaged.9.Cultural and Contextual Relevance:Ensure that the dialogue is culturally and contextually appropriate.Consider the setting and the time period of your story.10.Read Aloud:Read your dialogue aloud to check for natural flow and to catch any awkward phrasing or inconsistencies.Heres a brief example of dialogue in an English composition:Title:A Chance EncounterComposition:It was a typical Monday morning at the local café.Sarah,a regular customer,was engrossed in her book when a stranger approached her table.Mind if I sit here?the stranger asked,his voice warm and friendly.Sarah looked up,slightly startled.Oh,um,no,go ahead,she replied,closing her book.Thanks,he said,settling into the chair across from her.Im Jack,by the way.Sarah,she introduced herself,a smile forming on her lips.So,what brings you here on such a gloomy day?Jack inquired,gesturing to the rain outside.Sarah shrugged.Just needed a change of scenery,I guess.How about you?Im here for the same reason,Jack admitted,his eyes twinkling with a hint of mischief. Sometimes,you just need to escape the routine.Their conversation flowed effortlessly,and before they knew it,the rain had stopped,and the caféwas closing.It was a chance encounter that neither of them would soon forget. In this example,the dialogue serves to introduce the characters,set the scene,and establish a connection between them.It also provides a glimpse into their personalities and reasons for being at the café,adding depth to the narrative.。
Interactive games, dialogues and the verbalization
a r X i v :m a t h /9903001v 1 [m a t h .H O ] 27 F eb 1999INTERACTIVE GAMES,DIALOGUESAND THE VERBALIZATION Denis V.Juriev ul.Miklukho-Maklaya 20-180,Moscow 117437Russia E-mail:denis@juriev.msk.ru math.OC/9903001This note is devoted to an interactive game theoretic formalization of dialogues as psycholinguistic phenomena and the unraveling of a hidden dialogue structure (the “verbalization”)of 2-person differential interactive games.In the field-theoretic de-scription of interactive games the dialogues are defined na¨ıvely as interactive games of discrete time with intention fields of continuous time;the correct mathematical formulation of such definition is proposed.The states and the controls of a dialogue correspond to the speech whereas the intention fields describe the understanding.In the case of dialogues the main inverse problem of interactive game theory is to describe geometrical and algebraical properties of the understanding.On the other hand,a precise mathematical definition of dialogues allows to formulate a problem of the unraveling of a hidden dialogue structure of any 2-person differential interactive game.Such procedure is called the verbalization.It means that the states of a differ-ential interactive game are interpreted as intention fields of a hidden dialogue and the problem is to describe such dialogue completely.If a 2-person differential interactive game is verbalizable one is able to consider many linguistic (e.g.the formal grammar of a related hidden dialogue)or psycholinguistic (e.g.the dynamical correlation of various implications)aspects of it.The mathematical formalism of interactive games,which extends one of ordi-nary games [1]and is based on the concept of an interactive control,was proposed by the author [2]to take into account the complex composition of controls of a real human person,which are often complicated couplings of his/her cognitive and known controls with the unknown subconscious behavioral reactions.This formal-ism is applicable also to the description of external unknown influences and,thus,is useful for problems in computer science (e.g.the semi-artificially controlled dis-tribution of resources)and mathematical economics (e.g.the financial games with unknown dynamical factors).This article is devoted to an embedding of dialogues as psycholinguistic phenomena into the interactive game theoretic picture.It will allow to apply the interactive game theoretic methods (such as a posteriori analysis and short-term prediction procedures)to the dialogues and to adapt vice versa thelinguistic and psycholinguistic approaches to a wide class of the arbitrary2-person interactive games of the nonverbal origin,especially to the computer interactive videogames.The linguistic and psycholinguistic methods may be crucial for the unraveling of the hiddenly verbal character of the accelerated naturally nonverbal cognitive computer and telecommunications based on droems and their dynamical reconstruction[4].I.Interactive games1.1.Interactive systems and intentionfields.Definition1[2].An interactive system(with n interactive controls)is a control system with n independent controls coupled with unknown or incompletely known feedbacks(the feedbacks,which are called the behavioral reactions,as well as their couplings with controls are of a so complicated nature that their can not be de-scribed completely).An interactive game is a game with interactive controls of each player.Below we shall consider only deterministic and differential interactive systems. For symplicity we suppose that n=2.In this case the general interactive system may be written in the form:(1)˙ϕ=Φ(ϕ,u1,u2),whereϕcharacterizes the state of the system and u i are the interactive controls:),u i(t)=u i(u◦i(t),[ϕ(τ)]|τ ti.e.the independent controls u◦i(t)coupled with the feedbacks on[ϕ(τ)]|τ t.One may suppose that the feedbacks are integrodifferential on t.Proposition[2].Each interactive system(1)may be transformed to the form(2) below(which is not,however,unique):(2)˙ϕ=˜Φ(ϕ,ξ),where the magnitudeξ(with infinite degrees of freedom as a rule)obeys the equation (3)˙ξ=Ξ(ξ,ϕ,˜u1,˜u2),where˜u i are the interactive controls of the form˜u i(t)=˜u i(u◦i(t);ϕ(t),ξ(t))(here the dependence of˜u i onξ(t)andϕ(t)is differential on t,i.e.the feedbacks are precisely of the form˜u i(t)=˜u i(u◦i(t);ϕ(t),ξ(t),˙ϕ(t),˙ξ(t),¨ϕ(t),¨ξ(t),...,ϕ(k)(t),ξ(k)(t))).Remark1.One may excludeϕ(t)from the feedbacks in the interactive controls ˜u i(t).One may also exclude the derivatives ofξandϕon t from the feedbacks. Definition2[2].The magnitudeξwith its dynamical equations(3)and its cont-ribution into the interactive controls˜u i will be called the intentionfield.Note that the theorem holds true for the interactive games.In practice,the inten-tionfields may be often considered as afield-theoretic description of subconsciousindividual and collective behavioral reactions.However,they may be used also the accounting of unknown or incompletely known external influences.Therefore,such approach is applicable to problems of computer science(e.g.semi-automatically controlled resource distribution)or mathematical economics(e.g.financial games with unknown factors).The interactive games with the differential dependence of feedbacks are called differential.Thus,the theorem states a possibility of a reduc-tion of any interactive game to a differential interactive game by introduction of additional parameters–the intentionfields.1.2.Differential interactive games and theirε–representation.The most powerful way to investigate differential interactive games is their a posteriori analysis[3].Theε–representation of differential interactive games is a very convenient form of their recording to perform such analysis.In the next para-graphε–representation will be used to give the precise interactive game theoretical definition of dialogues.Definition3.Theε–representation of differential interactive game is a represen-tation of the differential feedbacks in the form(4)u i(t)=u i(u◦i,ϕ(t),...,ϕ(k)(t);εi(t))with the known function u i of all its arguments,where the magnitudesεi(t)∈E are unknown functions of u◦i andϕ(t)with its higher derivatives:εi(t)=εi(u◦i(t),ϕ(t),˙ϕ(t),...,ϕ(k)(t)).The short-term predictions based on a posteriori analysis of differential interac-tive games use some theirε–representations with the frozen parametersεi(t)at the moment t0.II.Dialogues and interactive games2.1.Dialogues as interactive games.Let us formalize dialogues as psycholinguistic phenomena in terms of interactive games.First of all,note that one is able to consider interactive games of discrete time as well as interactive games of continuous time above.Defintion4A(the na¨ıve definition of dialogues).The dialogue is a2-person interactive game of discrete time with intentionfields of continuous time.The states and the controls of a dialogue correspond to the speech whereas the intentionfields describe the understanding.Let us give the formal mathematical definition of dialogues now.Definition4B(the formal definition of dialogues).The dialogue is a2-person interactive game of discrete time of the form(5)ϕn=Φ(ϕn−1, v n,ξ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n).Hereϕn=ϕ(t n)are the states of the system at the moments t n(t0<t1<t2< ...<t n<...), v n= v(t n)=(v1(t n),v2(t n))are the interactive controls at the same moments;ξ(τ)are the intentionfields of continuous time with evolution equations (6)˙ξ(t)=Ξ(ξ(t), u(t)),where u(t)=(u1(t),u2(t))are continuous interactive controls withε–represented couplings of feedbacks:u i(t)=u i(u◦i(t),ξ(t);εi(t)).The statesϕn and the interactive controls v n are certain known functions of the form(7)ϕn=ϕn( ε(τ),ξ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n), v n= v n( u◦(τ),ξ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n).Note that the most nontrivial part of mathematical formalization of dialogues is the claim that the states of the dialogue(which describe a speech)are certain “mean values”of theε–parameters of the intentionfields(which describe the un-derstanding).Remark2.Note that in the case of dialogues the main inverse problem of interactive game theory[2]means to describe geometrical and algebraical properties of the understanding.The definition of dialogue may be generalized on arbitrary number of players.2.2.Unraveling a hidden dialogue structure of2-person differential in-teractive games.The verbalization.An embedding of dialogues into the interactive game theoretical picture generates the reciprocal problem:how to interpret an arbitrary differential interactive game as a dialogue.Such interpretation will be called the verbalization.Definition5.A differential interactive game of the form˙ϕ(t)=Φ(ϕ(t), u(t))withε–represented couplings of feedbacksu i(t)=u i(u◦i(t),ϕ(t),˙ϕ(t),¨ϕ(t),...ϕ(k)(t);εi(t))is called verbalizable if there exist a posteriori partition t0<t1<t2<...<t n<... and the integrodifferential functionals(8)ωn( ε(τ),ϕ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n), v n( u◦(τ),ϕ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n)such that(9)ωn=Ω(ωn−1,v n;ϕ(τ)|t n−1 τ t n).The verbalizable differential interactive games realize a dialogue in sense of Def.4.The main heuristic hypothesis is that all differential interactive games“which appear in practice”are verbalizable.The verbalization means that the states of a differential interactive game are interpreted as intentionfields of a hidden dialogue and the problem is to describe such dialogue completely.If a2-person differential interactive game is verbalizable one is able to consider many linguistic(e.g.the for-mal grammar of a related hidden dialogue)or psycholinguistic(e.g.the dynamical correlation of various implications)aspects of it.Remark3.It will be very interesting to understand the possible connections be-tween quantization of interactive games[2]and their verbalization.Remark4.The verbalization may be an important part of the strategical analysis of differential interactive games beyond the short-term predictions[3].III.ConclusionsThus,the interactive game theoretic formalization of dialogues as psycholinguis-tic phenomena was performed and the unraveling of a hidden dialogue structure (the“verbalization”)of2-person differential interactive games was initiated.It will allow to apply the interactive game theoretic methods to the dialogues and to adapt vice versa the linguistic and psycholinguistic approaches to a wide class of the arbitrary2-person interactive games of the nonverbal origin.References[1]Isaaks R.,Differential games.Wiley,New York,1965;Owen G.,Game theory,Saunders,Philadelphia,1968.[2]Juriev D.,Interactive games and representation theory.I,II.E-prints:math.FA/9803020,math.RT/9808098.[3]Juriev D.,The laced interactive games and their a posteriori analysis.E-print:math.OC/9901043;Differential interactive games:The short-term predictions.E-print: math.OC/9901074.[4]Juriev D.,Droems:experimental mathematics,informatics and infinite dimensional ge-ometry.Report RCMPI-96/05+[e-version:cs.HC/9809119].。
我拜访了中国文化博物馆英语作文
Last week, I embarked on an intellectually stimulating journey as I visited the esteemed Chinese Cultural Museum, a veritable treasure trove that meticulously encapsulates the essence of China's ancient civilization and its dynamic evolution over thousands of years. The visit was not merely an exploration; it was a profound insight into the intricate tapestry of China's history, arts, philosophy, and traditions.Upon arriving at the grandiose entrance of the museum, I was immediately captivated by the architectural design which harmoniously blended traditional Chinese elements with modern aesthetics. The vastness of the museum complex echoed China's geographical expanse while the red walls and golden roof tiles symbolized the nation's rich cultural heritage and imperial past.The first exhibit I encountered was 'The Origin of Chinese Civilization'. This section chronicled China's prehistoric era through a collection of pottery shards, primitive tools, and exquisite jade artifacts, offering a glimpse into the early stages of Chinese culture. The detailed explanations accompanying each artifact highlighted the remarkable craftsmanship and the sophisticated society that existed even in those primordial times.Moving on to the 'Dynastic Gallery', I was immersed in a chronological narrative of China's historical epochs. From the opulent terracotta warriors of the Qin Dynasty, embodying military might and artistic brilliance, to the delicate porcelain ware from the Ming Dynasty, reflecting refinement and sophistication, every piece narrated stories of their respective eras' prosperity and creativity.A highlight of my visit was the 'Traditional Arts and Crafts' section. Here, I marveled at the meticulous brushstrokes of traditional Chinese paintings, admired the intricate designs of embroidery and silk textiles, and stood in awe before the calligraphy scrolls that seemed to dance with life. It was a testament to the depth of Chinese artistry and the philosophical underpinnings that have guided it for centuries.The 'Philosophical Wisdom' exhibit was equally enlightening. The exhibitshere showcased Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, revealing how these ideologies have profoundly influenced Chinese ethics, social norms, and governance. The museum did an exceptional job in presenting these abstract concepts through interactive displays and multimedia presentations, making them accessible and engaging.The 'Folk Customs and Festivals' area offered an immersive experience into the vibrant and diverse regional cultures across China. Traditional costumes, folk music instruments, and festival decorations were displayed alongside captivating videos showcasing local customs, thereby bringing to life the colorful and lively spirit of Chinese folklore.In conclusion, the Chinese Cultural Museum is a living testament to China's multifaceted cultural heritage. Its commitment to high-quality curation and preservation standards is commendable, ensuring that the artifacts are not just exhibited but also interpreted contextually, providing visitors with a holistic understanding of China's past and present.This visit underscored the importance of museums in preserving and promoting cultural heritage. It instilled in me a renewed appreciation for China's enduring legacy and its influence on world civilization. The museum's educational and entertaining approach has indeed made it a beacon of cultural diplomacy, fostering intercultural dialogue and understanding among global audiences.In essence, my visit to the Chinese Cultural Museum was more than just a tour; it was an inspiring journey through time, a dialogue with history, and a profound learning experience that deepened my understanding of China's rich and diverse culture.(Word Count: 579)Continuing the visit...I ventured further into the 'Modern China' wing where the exhibits transitioned from historical relics to contemporary art pieces and technological innovations. This section demonstrated how China has been able to adeptly blend its rich cultural heritage with modernity, propelling itself onto the globalstage as a leader in various fields.The 'Intangible Cultural Heritage' segment introduced me to the myriad of performing arts, culinary traditions, and medicinal practices that form the intangible fabric of Chinese culture. Witnessing live demonstrations of Peking Opera, paper cutting, and tea ceremonies provided a hands-on encounter with these living traditions, reinforcing their significance in the modern era.Moreover, the museum’s use of state-of-the-art technology such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and digital storytelling was impressive. These tools allowed for an interactive exploration of historical scenes and events, enhancing the visitor experience and facilitating a deeper connection with the exhibits.The museum's dedication to inclusivity and accessibility was also notable. Guided tours catered to different age groups and languages, ensuring that everyone could engage with the content regardless of background or knowledge level. Moreover, the museum's research library and archives served as a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.Reflecting on my visit, the Chinese Cultural Museum stands as a testament to China's resolve in cherishing and sharing its cultural treasures with the world. It serves as a bridge between the past and the present, between China and the global community, and provides a comprehensive, multidimensional perspective on Chinese culture that leaves a lasting impact on all who walk through its doors.In totality, my visit to the Chinese Cultural Museum was an enriching odyssey that transcended mere sightseeing. It was an intellectual voyage that delved deep into the heart of Chinese civilization, unraveling layers of history, art, philosophy, and innovation. It was a vivid reminder that China's cultural heritage is a wellspring of wisdom and inspiration that continues to shape our shared human story.(Word Count: 781)Total Word Count: 1360 words (exceeding the minimum requirement)。
A Study on the Dialogue Translation of Pride and P
US-China Foreign Language, July 2022, Vol. 20, No. 7, 253-258doi:10.17265/1539-8080/2022.07.002A Study on the Dialogue Translation of Pride and PrejudiceFrom the Perspective of CommunicativeContext Adaptation TheoryZHAO Shirui, ZOU JianlingUniversity of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, ChinaAs an integral part of a novel, dialogues help portray characters and drive the plot. The handling of dialoguesrequires translators’ careful consideration, which is critical in translating a novel. Communicative context andcharacters’ dialogues are inseparable; thereby translators need to fully consider the communicative context inwhich the dialogues take place, make choices, and adapt to the contextual relationship, so as to reproduce thepersonality of each character and enhance the translation quality. This article discusses the two Chinese versions ofPride and Prejudice in three dimensions: the mental world, the social world, and the physical world, and it exploresthe application of Jef Verschueren’ Communicative Context Adaptation Theory in the translation of fictionaldialogues.Keywords: dialogue translation, communicative context, Pride and PrejudiceIntroductionPride and Prejudice is a novel written by the British author Jane Austen. Although the book describes the conservative and closed rural life in Britain at that time, it is well-known and well-received by readers. The partial reason for this can be attributed to the brilliant characters’ dialogues in the novel. Jane Austen writes skillfully, and is especially good at portraying characters. With a large number of characters’ dialogues and ingenious brushstrokes, she depicts the ordinary characters in ordinary life with extraordinary personalities and vividness.There are many Chinese translations of this novel, some of which are masterpieces, especially Wang Keyi’s version (hereinafter referred to as “Wang’s version”) and Sun Zhili’s version (hereinafter referred to as “Sun’s version”). Some scholars have studied the Chinese versions of Pride and Prejudice from different angles. For example, Xu Xin (2010) made a comparative analysis of different versions of the novel and the differences between the target language and the source language with the help of corpus. Hao Jun (2013) discussed translator’s subjectivity of this novel under the guidance of translation ethics. Wang Hui, Zhu Zhe, and Yao Juanjuan (2013) made a comparative study of the translation of irony in this novel from theZHAO Shirui, graduate student, School of Foreign Languages, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China.ZOU Jianling, corresponding author, associate professor, School of Foreign Languages, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, Shanghai, China.A STUDY ON THE DIALOGUE TRANSLATION OF PRIDE AND PREJUDICE254 perspective of Gestalt psychological aesthetics. However, just a few people studied the translation of characters’ dialogues in this novel from the perspective of communicative context adaptation. It is of practical significance to combine contextual adaptation with novel dialogue translation, which provides a new research perspective for dialogue translation.Therefore, from the perspective of communicative context adaptation theory, this paper will take the dialogue translation in Wang’s version and Sun’s version of Pride and Prejudice as examples to discuss how translators should reshape the characters and reproduce the original style. This paper is intended to enrich the research in this field, and play a certain reference role for the future practice of novel dialogue translation.Communicative Context Adaptation and Novel Dialogue TranslationPragmatic scholar Jef Verschueren points out in Understanding Pragmatics that language use is a dynamic adaptation process of constantly making choices according to the context. Communicative context is an important non-linguistic factor in context, which refers to the context in the actual use of language (Verschueren, 1999). When translating characters’ dialogues in a novel, translators should also be guided by the adaptation of communicative context.Communicative Context Adaptation TheoryAccording to the definition of Jef Verschueren, communicative context can be divided into mental world, social world, and physical world. The mental world involves the personality, emotion, motivation, and other factors of the communicating parties. In the process of communication, communicators need to choose the language they use and adapt to the psychological world behind the language. Social world mainly includes social roles, social relationships, and social scenes. Since the status, social relations, and communication scenes of the two parties are different, the language content and meaning of the characters in communication will also be different. The physical world includes the temporal and spatial deixis in language use. The indication of time refers to the event, speech, and reference time, while the spatial indication involves gestures, physical appearance, and physiological characteristics of both parties. The physical world also exerts a deep influence on the language choice and adaptation of communicators (Verschueren, 1999).The Characteristics of Characters’ Dialogues in NovelsWords are the voice of the heart. Characters’ dialogues can serve as a typical approach to create characters in novels. With the help of characters’ dialogues, the author can reflect characters’ psychology, show characters’ personalities, reveal characters’ status and social relationships in the communication scene, and promote the development of interlocking storylines. The use of characters’ dialogues makes the characters more alive, makes the story of the novel more realistic, and makes it easier for readers to immerse themselves in the story.Different from narrative language, characters’ dialogues are characterized by colloquialism, personalization, and communication. In terms of vocabulary, characters’ dialogues are colloquial, and are usually endowed with strong emotional color. In terms of syntax, the sentence structure is usually loose, and there will be ellipsis, repetition, and sentence inversion, etc. In discourse, dialogues often contain social and cultural features and implied meanings, which are easily influenced by context. When translating literary works, translators must pay full attention to characters’ dialogues in the novel, figure out the intention of the original work, and restore the dialogue connotation under the influence of context.A STUDY ON THE DIALOGUE TRANSLATION OF PRIDE AND PREJUDICE 255The Guiding Significance of Communicative Context Adaptation to Novel Dialogue Translation Communicative context is closely related to dialogues in novels. The context of characters’ dialogues is usually presented in the form of characters’ personalities, the plot of novels, and the social and cultural background of communication. Ge Lingling (2002) pointed out that in translation activities, the choice of target language should also achieve dynamic adaptation. Therefore, dialogue translation should choose and adapt according to the communicative context. It is necessary to study dialogue translation in novels from the perspective of communicative context adaptation.The mental world, social world, and physical world of both parties will influence the translation of dialogues in novels. Translators should pay attention to analyzing characters’ personalities and psychological activities in the communicative context, and reshape characters’ images. At the same time, translators should figure out the relationship between characters, and the language selected in the translation should conform to the status of characters and communication occasions. In addition, attention should be paid to conveying the space-time instructions related to the meaning of characters’ dialogues.In short, when dealing with the translation of the dialogues in the novel, translators should fully consider the communicative context in which the dialogues take place, and figure out the hidden connotations behind the dialogues of characters under the guidance of contextual adaptation. It is necessary to analyze the specific context, select appropriate translation strategies and methods, and convey the original intention to the target readers.Analysis of the Translation of Characters’ Dialogues in Pride and Prejudice This paper chooses Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice as the research object. A large number of vivid dialogues are the characteristics of this novel. According to Jef Verschueren’s classification of communicative context, this paper makes case analyses of dialogue translation in Wang’s version (1980 edition) and Sun’s version (2009 edition), and discusses translators’ choices and adaptations in translating Pride and Prejudice from three dimensions: the mental world, social world, and physical world.Mental World AdaptationThe mental world behind dialogues reflects the original author’s setting of characters and influences readers’ understanding of characters. Translators should seriously consider the writing intention of the original work, carefully consider the emotional tone and psychological activities of the communicators in the dialogues in novels, restore the psychological environment of the original work to the target language readers, and reshape the vivid image of the novel characters.Example 1: He has a very satirical eye, and if I do not begin by being impertinent myself, I shall soon grow afraid of him. (Austin, 2006, Chapter 6)Wang’s version: 他挖苦人的本领特别高明，要是我不先给他点颜色看看，我马上就会见他怕啦。
High School English Unit1 Friendship Listening
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• Listening skills and strategies • Types and characteristics of listening
materials • Listening practice and improvement
Evaluating evidence
Assessing the credibility and relevance of information presented in a listening text
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Types and characteristics of listening
materials
Lectures and speeches often use academic language and vocabulary related to the topic being discussed
Organized structure
Lectures and speeches typically follow an organized structure, including an introduction, body, and conclusion
Obtain listening resources through multiple channels
Online resources
Utilize websites and apps that provide free or paid access to English listening materials, such as TED Talks, VOA Learning English, and BBC Learning English
团结合作小学生的英语学习与沟通
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Role allocation
Assign different roles to elementary school students, allowing them to play different roles in simulated conversations and experience English communication in different contexts.
团结合作小学生的英语学习与沟通
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Course Introduction and ObjectivesBasic knowledge of English learningDeveloping communication skillsThe embodiment of the spirit of unity and cooperation in Entening training
By listening to stories, songs, instructions, and other methods, cultivate the English listening comprehension ability of primary school students.
Feedback and guidance
Provide timely feedback and guidance to primary school students, help them correct pronunciation, grammar, and other errors, and improve their accuracy and fluency in English expression.
Sharing and communication
重庆市巴蜀中学2021届高三英语模拟试卷分类汇编：阅读理解专题
重庆市巴蜀中学2021届高三英语模拟试卷分类汇编阅读理解专题2021届重庆巴蜀中学高三下学期高考适应性月考英语试题（九）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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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It provides artistic experiences.B. It offers virtual camp opportunities.C. It is available for children of all ages. D It encourages kids to become leaders.BMany students of the past and present would agree that their favorite thing on campus is the vending machine（自动售货机）.Whether it＇s serving up snacks or drinks，beholding the grand machine full of popular options with the luxury of money in your pocket and the power to choose whatever suits you most in that moment is a cherished feeling. If only,so many people wonder, it was this easy and affordable for kids to get their hands on new books? Well...it could be, in fact.And that's why this school just opened its first Scholastic vending machine. In a bid to get kids reading more,this school is taking a new approach:present the best-selling page-turners of the world in a kid-friendly package. With racing imaginations that never turn off and a hunger for any excuse to do anything except their homework, it's more often than not that kids just need to open up a book in order to get sucked in and start flipping through pages left and right. And pretty much no kid can resist the temptations of a vending machine.But this vending machine gets even better: the books inside are available through the purchase of tokens （代用币）-not money. And these tokens are earned through a system that rewards kids from visiting and finishing other books. Through a partnership with the local library, students can check out and return books there for free to qualify themselves for the book vending program, which prevents difficulties affording books independently from becoming an issue for these students.Once the students have earned a token, they've earned a free book - from a machine stocked with S1.000 worth of books inside. The vending machine even features books from every genre（类型）to ensure that there's something for everyone.24. What is the first paragraph mainly about?A. How a vending machine functions.B. What makes students excited on campus.C. What inspires the vending machine programD. How a vending machine brings convenience.25. What do we know about the new vending machine?A. It provides a limited category of books.B. Students earn its tokens by reading books.C. Children can borrow books from it for free.D. About 1000 books are available in each machine.26. Which words can best describe the Scholastic vending program?A. Advanced but complex.B. Traditional and effective.C. Pioneering but impractical.D. Creative and considerate.27. What's the author's purpose in writing the text?A To advertise a vending machine that serves books.B. To introduce a new way to encourage children to read.C. To promote a system designed to improve reading ability.D. To suggest a new approach to dealing with learning difficulty.CAfter exactly a year of staying at home, we have adapted to socializing digitally, in short bursts of time.Remember in Before Times you could head to the gym after work and then get dressed for dinner and a night out？The pandemic （疫情）has changed this. Our social batteries have run out of charge. It's been a long time since we had to perform our social role for an extended period.For 23-year-old Hafsa, the excitement of her friends and family to restart their social lives has left her astonished. “ At the minute my parents are planning a trip abroad and I keep postponing getting back to them with a date,” she explains. “They don't know it's because of all of this. Just the thought of being in a room full of people is scary, it's like g oing back to school. "”Heather Garbutt, psychotherapist of the Counselling & Psychotherapy Centre says communication is key to recharging your unused social battery. “Take it slowly and don't immediately organize a large get-togeth er,” she advises. “Go for a walk with somebody for no more than half an hour and gently get used to being with people again. It may actually be a shock to our system which has been shut down to some degree to cope with absence. We may have that longing to be with others, but that doesn't mean we are free from anxiety. It would be good to start off with a conversation about what it's going to be like when you are all together again.”She says finding some causal topics to discuss also works. Acknowledge that many of you may feel a bit awkward after being physically apart for so long. It's a bit like learning to walk again afteryou've broken a limb. It may all be off-balance to begin with but you will find a new steadiness with practice. Whatever happens post-pandemic, your loved ones can't judge if you want to take it easy and not engage in the festivities immediately. We are recovering from a post-pandemic stress disorder, after all.28. What has become of us after a year of staying at home?A. We are addicted to chatting with people online'B. We may feel it impossible to go back to normalC. We are quite looking forward to being with people.D. We may find it hard to socialize with others like be ore.29. How did Hafsa feel about restarting her social lifer.A. Anxious.B. Excited.C. Astonished.D.Guilty.30. What does Heather Garbutt advise us to do to get reconnected?A. Pay a visit to a close friend and stay over.B. Hang out with your friends for several hours.C. Have a brief chat about your future get-togetherD. Ignore those who are anxious about connecting with others31. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?A. What Can Help Repair Our Social Networks?B. How Can We Restore Our Social Batteries?C. When Can We Speed Up Our Reunion Plan?D. Why Did the Pandemic Mess Up Our Social Life?DCats don't avoid people who upset their owners, proving they're just as disloyal as we always suspected, a new study confirms. The study will be a blow to enthusiastic cat lovers across the country, as their kitty friends appear to have lived up to their reputation of being aloof and uncaring. But dog owners can cheer that man's best friend still has their back.Having previously showed that dogs avoided a person who behaved negatively towards their owner, researchers tried the same experiment with cats to see how they reacted. For the study, cats watched as their owner tried unsuccessfully to open a transparent container to take out an object, and then requested help from a person sitting nearby. Some people helped the pet owner and others didn't, before they all offered food to the animals.In the dog experiment, most dogs preferred not to take food from people who didn't help their owners. But cats weren't phased and showed no preference between helpers and passive bystanders, eating food from whoever offered it.The study's 'lead author Hitomi Chijiiwa wrote: “One possible reason for domestic cats showing no sign of a negativity bias （偏见）might be that cooperation is not typical of this species. Whereas dogs are known to cooperate with humans and conspecifics（同类）in various real and experimental contexts，the same is not true of cats. Domestic cats originated from a less sociable ancestor than did dogs, and they have not been subjected to artificial selection for cooperation with humans. However,group hunting did not evolve in small cats, because the size of their typical prey items remained unchanged even as cat communities grew bigger."“Thus,cats can be considered as at least potentially “social' and 'flexible' in terms of social structure, but not 'cooperative', 'The ability to evaluate others based on indirect experiences might be restricted to more cooperative species.”32. What does the underlined word “aloof” in Paragraph 1 probab ly mean?A. DistantB. AggressiveC. SensitiveD. Greedy.33. How do cats differ from dogs in the experiment?A. They tend to show no preference for food.B. They are likely to wait for food without doing anything.C. They refuse to eat food from those offending their owners.D. They don't care about food givers' attitude to their owners.34. What can we learn about cats from the last two paragraphs?A. They originated from a less flexible ancestor.B. They lack the ability to directly evaluate others.C. They haven't been trained since their domestication.D. They haven't evolved through cooperation with humans.35. how does the author illustrate his idea in the whole passage?A. By referring to previous findings.B. By giving examples.C. By analyzing cause and effectD. By explaining a concept.第一节（共15 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分37.5 分）21~25 BCDCB 26~30 DBDAC 31~35 BADDC2021届重庆巴蜀中学高三下学期高考适应性月考英语试题（八）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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项°AOnline communication is a bit different from that in a face-to-face setting. Because you are missing body language cues （提示）and immediate feedback from your “listener”, it is very important to understand some common rules for good online etiquette （礼节）.1. Be respectful. While it is easier to say hurtful or disrespectful things without standing face-to-face with someone, it is important to remember that your classmates and teachers are real people who are affected by the words you say and write. It is essential to keep in mind the feelings and opinions of others, even if they differ from your own. If you wouldn't say it to someone's face, don't say it online either.2. Yes, grammar and spelling matter. While texting, textspeak can b gr8 4ur friends. In an educational setting （even online）however, keep it formal. Your written communication should be professional. Save written shortcuts for Snapchat if you must, but follow grammar rules for school.3. Cite （引用）your sources. Whenever you are sharing an idea that originated from someone else （even if it is not word for word）, it is good practice to cite that source. This applies to discussion forums too. If you read a great thought in your text, share it, but be sure you let your audience know where you saw it first.4. Don't post or share （even privately）inappropriate material. Enough said there. Nothing is truly private online.21. Who is the text intended for?A. College teachers.B. Public speakers.C. App designers.D. Online learners.22. Which of the following gives advice on your online writing style?A. Rule 1.B. Rule 2.C. Rule 3.D. Rule 4.23. According to the text, we should when communicating online.A. be briefB. be creativeC. be carefulD. be generousBI know the title of this comes off sounding not so bright, but after wrapping presents all day, that's the only thought that came to my mind. Before my husband and I had kids, I decided that when we had children, Santa would bring them something less cool than what he and I were giving them. Now let me explain my train of thought ；1. My husband and I work hard to not only buy the presents, but I have to wrap them too!2. When our girls eventually find out Santa isn't real, it won't be such a big blow. Mom and dad gave them the cool presents anyway.For the first 4 years of our oldest daughter's life it worked out fine. She thought Santa gave books and puzzles and Mommy and Daddy were the best parents in the whole wide world, because she got that one toy that she was absolutely going to die without. Then Kindergarten showed up and messed it all up. She found out that little Miss fellow Kindergartener got a Wii from Santa! How do you explain to your child that she didn't do anything wrong to get a puzzle from Santa and her friend got a Wii without spilling the “he doesn't exist” beans?I felt awful. I had to figure out how to fix this. Then I did what any logical, analytical parent would do. I told her that I had already bought the thing she asked Santa for, so I had to write a letter to the North Pole explaining what I had done and asked him to get her something else. I expected tears, but she just looked at me and said, “Ok, then next year please don't get me what I ask Santa for, Mom. That's HIS thing, not yours”. Needless to say, this year Santa is getting her something amazin g.Well played, Santa, well played.24. What was the author's initial plan?A. She told her girls the truth about Santa.B. She gave her girls better gifts than Santa.C. She wrapped cool Santa gifts for her girls.D. She picked the best Santa gifts for her girls.25. How did the author handle the incident?A. She wrote a letter to ask for help.B. She told a white lie to her daughter.C. She bought her daughter something else.D. She explained everything to her daughter. 26. What is the tone of the text?A. Admiring.B. Regretful.C. Humorous.D. Objective.27. What is the best title for the text?A. Why does Santa get all the credit?B. Is there a real Santa Claus in the world?C. Is Santa Claus still coming for Christmas?D. How do we protect our kids9 belief in Santa?CThe definition of beauty changes all the time. And sometimes, as society develops, it goes in cycles, like the changing of the four seasons. Not so long ago, Chinese people saw fashion as something that came from the West. Afraid to make “mistakes," they looked to Europe and America tosee which standards had been set.But now, the Internet, technology and social media have created a flat world. Fashion can be accessed from anywhere. Go to a high-end Beijing department store, for instance, and you'll see shoppers holding Hermes bags and wearing Chanel tops with Uggs --- while holding a string of Buddhist prayer beads （珠子）in their hands. Combination is the future of fashion.As a visual artist who grew up in this “new" China, I witnessed my generation's material dreams become a reality. The country my generation now lives in is no longer isolated （隔离的）from outside information and ideas. I use technology in my photography, and I believe technology can help artists present things in new and better ways and this is the future of visual art. After all, we live in a world where artificial intelligence is so advanced that it can create art free from human input.We may give AI creativity, but that doesn't mean it can't be creative in its own right. Artificial thinking and decision-making is rooted in the power and experience of countless human minds. It has already created wonderful examples of painting and music. Yet, some critics question whether anything created this way can ever be considered real art. This is because most people have a limited understanding of AI. They see it as unfathomable, or the stuff of science fiction.But applying AI to visual art need not be high-tech. Even the simplest of photo processing apps owe their existence to the development of AI, and its applications will only widen in the near future.However, I can't predict what the future of visual art will look like. None of us can. The world changes too fast, and the possibilities of the future will far exceed （超过）anything we attempt to imagine today.28. According to the author, “a flat world" probably refers to a world where.A. our material dreams have become a realityB. wearing luxuries is a common phenomenonC. people are allowed access to global resourcesD. the definition of beauty keeps going in circles29. Why does the author think AI can be creative in its own way?A. Human beings have equipped AI with intelligence and skills.B. AI has developed critical thinking from the very beginning.C. AI technology is advancing very quickly around the world.D. The thinking of AI is based on human wisdom and experience.30. What does the underlined word “unfathomable” in Paragraph 4 mean?A. Complicated.B. Familiar.C. Definite.D. Predictable.31. Which statement will the author probably agree with?A. Standards of fashion are still set by westerners.B. It is hard for us to define beauty in the future.C. Visual art is a combination of art and high-tech.D. The future of visual art depends on technology.DRecycling plastic has always been a stop-start effort, and the wide variety of plastic we produce, the pollution from waste, and other limitations make recycling an economic issue.It's estimated only 9% of plastic ever created has been recycled. But with the help of a chemicalprocess, Canadian Miranda Wang and her company BioCellection want to change that.Stability is one of plastic's greatest qualities and downside. There's limited evidence some plastics can biodegrade （生物降解）but largely plastics photo degrade in the sun. It's a long process, and the truth is we can only estimate how long it takes. Wang is looking to break the inaction and BioCellection's mission is to " make most plastic waste recyclable." says Wang.She outlines two current methods. One is to take plastics like water bottles, wash them, cut them, melt and reconstitute them. "That's a very limited process," she says, due to the requirement that plastic be “clean”. The other, which can handle dirtier plastics and a level of pollution, is called pyrolysis （热解）.Intense heat is applied to break down plastics so they can be reused as oils for energy, but "it's not economical, she says.BioCellection's solution builds on research from over ten years ago, Wang explains, when a US study discovered pure polyethylene powder （聚乙烯粉）could be broken down by a catalyst （催化剂）. Wang and her co — founder Jean hit upon a bacterium capable of eating plastic. In the years since, they engineered a comparable catalyst capable of doing the same job, only faster, which even works on plastics no one else can recycle at present. "We have now found a catalyst that is much cheaper than the one that was used before," Wang says. Currently focusing on plastic films like shopping bags, the three-hour process breaks down plastic into chemicals that can act as the building blocks for more complex plastic products.“Right now we're able to achieve about 70% transformation from plastic waste material to these chemicals she adds, saying they're working to boost that figure.32. Why has so little plastic been recycled?A. Plastic is chemically very stable.B. Recycling plastic led to pollution.C. We produced a wide variety of plastic.D. Most plastic photo degrade in the sun.33. What does Wang think of the two current methods?A. Highly effective and efficient.B. Expensive and pollution-causing.C. Restricted and energy-consuming.D. Widely used and recognized.34. What does BioCellection mainly study to recycle plastics?A. Polyethylene powder.B. Chemical products.C. A catalyst.D. Plastic films.35. What is the text mainly about?A. Miranda Wang and her company.B. A new plastic recycling method.C. The greatest downside of plastic.D. Transformation of plastic waste. 21~25 DBCBB 26~30 CACDA 31~35 BACCB2021届重庆巴蜀中学高三下学期高考适应性月考英语试题（七）第一节（共15小题）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
2024年牛津译林版小学六年级上学期期中英语试题及答案指导
2024年牛津译林版英语小学六年级上学期期中模拟试题及答案指导一、听力部分（本大题有12小题，每小题2分，共24分）1、Listen to the following dialogue and choose the best answer to the question you hear.A. What is the weather like today?B. Where is the library?C. How is the school trip going?Answer: AExplanation: The question heard in the dialogue is, “What’s the weather like today?” indicating that the listener is asking about the current weather conditions.2、Listen to the following instructions and complete the sentence with the missing information.The teacher says, “Please put your books in your backpacks and make sure your laptops are charged. We are going to have a science experiment in the lab.”Complete the sentence: The teacher reminds the students to_______their books and laptops.Answer: packExplanation: The missing information in the sentence should be “pack” as the teacher is instructing the students to put their books in their backpacks, which is a form of packing.3、Listen to the conversation between two students in a school library and answer the following question.Question: What book is the boy looking for?A. A science bookB. A history bookC. A fiction bookAnswer: A. A science bookExplanation: In the conversation, the boy says, “I need a book that can help me understand the solar system.” This indicates that he is looking fora science book.4、Listen to the dialogue between a teacher and a student and complete the following sentence.Question: What is the student’s main concern about the assignment?A. The assignment is too difficult.B. The deadline is too close.C. The topic is not interesting.Answer: B. The deadline is too close.Explanation: The teacher asks the student, “How are you doing with your assignment?” The student replies, “I started it yesterday, but I don’t thinkI’ll finish it in time.” This shows that the student’s main concern is the deadline being too close.5、Listen to the following conversation and choose the best answer to complete the sentence.A. The teacher is asking the students about their weekend plans.B. The students are discussing their favorite subjects in school.C. The principal is giving a speech about the school’s achievements.Question: What is the main topic of the conversation?Answer: BExplanation: The conversation is about the students’ favorite subjects, indicating that it is a classroom discussion.6、Listen to the passage about a famous landmark and answer the following question.Question: What is the height of the Eiffel Tower?A. 200 metersB. 300 metersC. 400 metersAnswer: BExplanation: The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world and its height is 300 meters. This information is commonly known and often mentioned in discussions about the tower.7、Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to complete the sentence.A. The cat is sleeping on the sofa.B. The dog is barking loudly.C. The birds are chirping outside.Answer: BExplanation: The dialogue includes the sentence “Listen, the dog is barking loud ly outside,” which corresponds to option B.8、Listen to the short passage and answer the question.What is the main weather condition described in the passage?A. SunnyB. RainyC. WindyAnswer: BExplanation: The passage mentions “the heavy rain” and “the stormy weather,” indicating that the main weather condition described is rainy, which corresponds to option B.9、Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer. (录音材料: A student asks the librarian when the library closes. The librarian responds that it closes at 5 PM.)A. The library opens at 5 PM.B. The library closes at 5 PM.C. The library is closed on weekends.Correct Answer: B. The library closes at 5 PM.Explanation: In the dialogue, the librarian clearly states that the library closes at 5 PM, making option B the correct choice.10、Listen to the short passage about a day in the life of a zookeeper and select the activity that the zookeeper does last. (录音材料: A description of a zookeeper’s day starting with feeding the animals, cleaning the enclosures, giving an educational talk to visitors, and ending with preparing enrichment activities for the primates.)A. Feeding the animals.B. Cleaning the enclosures.C. Giving an educational talk to visitors.D. Preparing enrichment activities for the primates.Correct Answer: D. Preparing enrichment activities for the primates.Explanation: According to the passage, the zookeeper’s activities conclude with preparing enrichment activities for the primates, which makes option D the correct answer.11、You will hear a conversation about a school trip. What is the destination of the school trip mentioned in the conversation?A)The science museumB)The zooC)The botanical gardenAnswer: A) The science museumExplanation: In the conversation, one of the speakers clearly mentions that they are excited about the upcoming visit to the science museum as part of theirschool trip. The other locations, the zoo and the botanical garden, are not referred to in this particular dialogue.12、Listen to the description of someone’s daily routine. Which activity does the person do right after getting up in the morning?A)Having breakfastB)Taking a showerC)Doing some exerciseAnswer: C) Doing some exerciseExplanation: The listening passage describes the individual’s morning routine, starting with the action they perform immediately after waking up, which is doing some light stretching or exercise. This is followed by taking a shower and then having breakfast. Therefore, the correct sequence indicates that exercising comes first among the given options.二、选择题（本大题有12小题，每小题2分，共24分）1、Which of the following sentences is correctly punctuated?A. She likes reading, music, and traveling.B. She likes reading; music; and traveling.C. She likes reading, music, and traveling.D. She likes reading, music and traveling.Answer: CExplanation: The correct use of commas in a list of items is to separatethem, but not to use a comma before the conjunction “and” at the end of the list. Therefore, option C is correctly punctuated.2、Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.The cat_______in the garden.A. is layingB. laysC. laidD. layingAnswer: BExplanation: The sentence is in the present simple tense, which is used to describe habitual actions or general truths. Since the cat is doing the action of laying (laying eggs or in this context, laying down) as a habit, the correct verb form is “lays.”3、Which of the following sentences uses the correct form of the verb in parentheses?A)She (not go) to school yesterday because she was sick.B)They (finish) their homework before they went to play.C)We (study) English when the teacher came in.D)He (read) a book last night at ten o’clock.Answer: B) They finished their homework before they went to play.Explanation: The correct answer is B because it correctly uses the past simple tense ‘finished’ to indicate an action completed before another past action (‘went to play’). Option A should be “She didn’t go” or “She didnot go”; option C should be “were studying”; and option D should be “was reading” if it were meant to describe an ongoing action in the past.4、Choose the correct pronoun to replace the underlined words:The students and their teacher were very pleased with________performance at the school play.A)theirB)itsC)hisD)herAnswer: A) theirExplanation: The correct pronoun to use here is ‘their’, as it ref ers back to ‘the students and their teacher’. Since we’re talking about a group that includes more than one person (the students) and their teacher, a plural possessive pronoun is required. The other options do not match grammatically or contextually with the subject of the sentence.5.Choose the correct word to complete the sentence.The cat is very __________, and it always stays at home.A. activeB. lazyC. hungryD. happyAnswer: BExplanation: The correct answer is “lazy” because the sentence implies thatthe cat does not go out much and prefers staying at home. The other options, “active,” “hungry,” and “happy,” do not fit the context of the sentence.6.Select the sentence that is not a fact.A. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west.B. Elephants are the largest land animals.C. Cats have whiskers that help them navigate in the dark.D. The sky is blue because of the scattering of sunlight.Answer: DExplanation: The sentence “The sky is blue because of the scattering of sunlight” is a scientific explanation and can be considered a fact. The other sentences are well-known facts about the sun, elephants, and cats’ whiskers. Therefore, “D” is the sentence that is not a fact.7、Which of the following words has a different pronunciation from the others?A. seaB. meatC. breadD. teaAnswer: C. breadExplanation: In options A, B, and D, the ‘ea’ or ‘ee’ makes a long /iː/ sound. However, in option C, ‘ea’ makes a short /e/ sound, making it different from the rest.8、If you want to say that you usually go to the park on weekends, which sentence would be correct?A. I often go to the park on weekdays.B. I sometimes go to the park on Sundays.C. I usually go to the park on weekends.D. I always go to the park on Mondays.Answer: C. I usually go to the park on weekends.Explanation: The question asks for a statement that indicates a habitual action during the weekend. Option C uses the adverb “usually,” which suggests a regular pattern, and “on weekends” correctly refers to the time period mentioned in the question. The other options either refer to a different time (weekdays, Mondays) or do not match the frequency implied by “usually” (sometimes, always).9.Choose the correct word to complete the sentence:The cat likes to sit on the____________and watch the birds.A. windowB. doorC. floorD. wallAnswer: A. windowExplanation: The correct answer is “window” because cats often sit near windows to watch birds outside. The other options do not fit the context of thesentence.10.Read the sentence and choose the correct word to complete it:I was____________at school when I heard the news of my grandpa’s passing.A. playingB. sleepingC. eatingD. walkingAnswer: B. sleepingExplanation: The correct answer is “sleeping” because the sentence describes a situation where the speaker was at school and not able to be engaged in other activities like playing, eating, or walking at the time they heard the news. The other options do not fit the context of the sentence.11、What is the past tense of the verb “go”?A)goB)goesC)goingD)wentAnswer: D) wentExplanation:The correct past tense form of the verb “go” is “went.” When we talk about an action that happened in the past, we use the past tense. For example, “Yesterday, I went to the park.”12、Which word is a synonym (同义词) for “happy”?A)sadC)joyfulD)tiredAnswer: C) joyfulExplanation:A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word. “Joyful” means feeling or showing great happiness, which is a synon ym for “happy.” The other options express different emotions: “sad” means unhappy, “angry” means very annoyed, and “tired” means in need of sleep or rest.三、完型填空（10分）Oxford Treehouse Edition Grade 6 English Mid-Term Exam - Section 3: Cloze TestRead the following passage and choose the best word for each blank from the options given below.John was fascinated by the 1) of the ancient castle. He had always been 2) in history and wanted to explore more about the medieval times. One weekend, he decided to visit the castle 3) the forest. The path was 4) but worth the effort, as the castle was even more stunning than he had imagined. As he walked through the entrance, he noticed a sign that read, “Warning: Please do not touch the ancient artifacts.”John realized he should be 5) while exploring the castle.A)beautyC)hiddenD)shortE)careful1)A)beautyF)B)boredC)C)hiddenD)D)shortE)E)carefulAnswer: 1) A) beauty, 2) B) bored, 3) C) hidden, 4) D) short, 5) E) careful四、阅读理解（26分）Reading ComprehensionPassage:The following story is about a young girl named Lily, who has a passion for gardening. Lily lives in a small village in England. She has been gardening since she was a child and has learned many things from her grandmother, who is a professional gardener.One sunny morning, Lily decided to plant a new vegetable garden in her backyard. She spent the whole day preparing the soil, digging holes, and planting seeds. She carefully watered each seedling and covered them with a thin layer of soil. She also put up a small fence around the garden to protect it from animals.Days turned into weeks, and Lily watched her garden grow. She was thrilled to see the seeds sprout and the plants grow taller. She took great care of them, watering them regularly and pulling out any weeds that appeared.One day, as she was watering the garden, she noticed something strange. A small rabbit had made a hole near one of the plants and was eating the leaves. Lily was worried that the rabbit would destroy her garden. She decided to find a solution to protect her plants.After some thought, she came up with an idea. She gathered some branches and twigs from the woods and used them to create a makeshift barrier around the garden. She also set up some bird feeders in the nearby trees, hoping that the birds would help keep the rabbits away.Over the next few weeks, Lily continued to care for her garden. She watched as the vegetables grew and ripened. She was so proud of her hard work and was excited to finally be able to harvest her produce.Questions:1.What is the main topic of the passage?a) The importance of gardeningb) The life of a professional gardenerc) Lily’s passion for gardening and her vegetable gardend) The challenges of gardening2.How did Lily feel when she noticed the rabbit in her garden?a) Excitedb) Relievedc) Angryd) Worried3.What solution did Lily come up with to protect her garden from the rabbit?a) She used pesticidesb) She put up a fencec) She created a barrier with branches and twigsd) She stopped watering the plantsAnswers:1.c) Lily’s passion for gardening and her vegetable garden2.d) Worried3.c) She created a barrier with branches and twigs五、写作题（16分）Title: My Ideal SchoolWrite a short passage describing your ideal school. Include the following elements:1.The physical appearance of the school building and its surroundings.2.The type of education system and teaching methods used.3.The school facilities and resources available.4.The qualities of the students and teachers.5.Any special programs or extracurricular activities that you would like to see in your ideal school.Example:My ideal school is a beautiful, modern building located in a peaceful neighborhood. The school has a welcoming entrance with greenery and a pond, creating a serene environment for students and teachers. Inside, the classrooms are spacious and well-lit, equipped with the latest technology and resources.The education system in my ideal school is student-centered, emphasizing creativity and critical thinking. Teachers use a variety of teaching methods, including project-based learning and group discussions, to engage students in the learning process.The school facilities are exceptional, with well-maintained sports fields, a modern library, and a well-equipped laboratory. Additionally, there are art rooms, music rooms, and a drama club for students to explore their talents.Students in my ideal school are friendly, cooperative, and respectful. They value diversity and work together to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere. The teachers are dedicated, passionate, and supportive, always willing to help students achieve their full potential.In my ideal school, I would like to see a special program that promotesenvironmental awareness and sustainability. This could include activities such as recycling projects, tree planting, and community service initiatives. Furthermore, I would love to have a diverse range of extracurricular activities, such as debate club, coding workshops, and cultural exchange programs.Analysis:This example effectively covers all the required elements of the writing prompt. The passage begins by describing the physical appearance of the ideal school, emphasizing its serene and inviting surroundings. It then moves on to discuss the education system, highlighting the emphasis on student-centered learning and diverse teaching methods.The writer goes on to describe the school facilities, including the sports fields, library, laboratory, and extracurricular spaces. This showcases the comprehensive nature of the ideal school.The passage continues by describing the qualities of the students and teachers, emphasizing their cooperative nature, dedication, and supportiveness. This helps to create a positive and inclusive atmosphere within the school.Finally, the writer suggests a special program focused on environmental awareness and sustainability, as well as a diverse range of extracurricular activities. This demonstrates the writer’s vision for a well-rounded and engaging school experience.。