A New Cell Phone

英语口语小对话：买手机英语口语小对话：买手机手机在现在已经不仅仅是一个简单的联系工具了，兼具娱乐性能的手机已经成为人们装扮自己的工具之一。

下面为大家送上一则相关的英语口语小对话。

A: Hey! Do you have a plan or tomorrow?A: 嘿，你明天有安排吗?B: Not yet. Why? Do you have some good ideas?B: 暂时没呢，怎么了?你有什么好想法吗?A: Well, let 's go out shopping. I want to buy a new cell phone.I can see whether there are some new stylesin the cell phone market.A: 那我们明天逛街去吧。

我想换个手机，正好去手机市场看看最近有什么新款吗。

B: What? Change it again? You just bought this one two months ago. Is it broken?B: 什么?又换手机?你现在用的这个是两个月前才买的。

坏了吗?A: No, but it's already out of time now. Last week, Xiao Li bought a great cell phone with all amazing functions.A: 没坏啊，不过这个于机都落伍了。

小丽上星期买的.那个新手机，功能超级棒的。

B: I really don't know what to say.B: 我真是没话说了。

A: The cell phone is a necessity for us to follow the fashion.A: 手机可是当今时尚达人的必备品。

B: Well, I really have no interest in your fashion theory. You are really a cell phone fan!B: 算了，懒得听你的这些时尚理论。

综合过关检测(A)(时间:100分钟分值:120分)第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。

A(导学号52000083)On December 6,2011,Karma Bridges,a 10-year-old girl,built ,a colourful and fun website including songs,games,and stories—all produced by Karma,her dad,and their team.The purpose of the site isn’t just to provide kids with a fun place to kill time.Instead,Karma and her team want to teach kids about topics such as math,science,and geography while also encouraging good manners(礼貌),honesty,and kindness.We sent Jill to interview Karma to find out more about the site!J:What made you create ?K:I created it because I want kids to have fun while they are learning.I hope that there will be no more “smartest kids in class” because every kid will be the smartest kid in class!J:Your site is filled with songs about math,good manners,outer space,and more.Do you think songs make learning easier?K:Yes,but not only easier—more fun,as well.J:Why is “keeping it green” important to you?K:Because if we don’t keep the Earth clean,then our time here is limited(有限的).J:What praise have you received about the website?K:Justin Bieber(a famous singer)said I’m changing the world with my website.J:When you grow up,do you want to work in entertainment(消遣) industry or do you want to be an educator?K:I think I can do both!Like my website—it’s both entertaining and educational.J:What advice would you give to other kids who want to realize their dreams?K:Work hard and play hard!That’s one of my songs,by the way.1.What do we know about ?A.It offers Justin Bieber’s songs.B.It was mainly set up for children.C.It was created by Karma herself.依据第一段的“The purpose of the site isn’t just to provide kids...want to teach kids about...”可以看出,主要是为儿童创建的。

新HSK四级全真模拟测试题集一、听力理解（共30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，共7.5分）听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

1. What is the man’s occupation?A. Teacher.B. Doctor.C. Scientist.2. What does the woman want to buy?A. A shirt.B. A dress.C. A pair of shoes.3. What will the man do this weekend?A. Study for his exam.B. Go hiking.C. Play basketball.4. What does the man think of the lecture?A. Interesting.B. Boring.C. Confusing.5. How much is the sweater?A. 150 yuan.B. 180 yuan.C. 200 yuan.第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，共15分）听下面4段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

6. What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Go to the library.B. Join a book club.C. Read more books.7. What did the man study when he was in college?A. Literature.B. Science.C. Business.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。

四川省泸州市2024年中考英语模拟试卷10小题: 每小题1分. 满分10分）1．—I guess you want to go fishing.—____. That' s exactly what I was thinking.A．You read my mind B．You are welcomeC．You never know D．It' s up to you2．Hejiang is ____ unforgettable city full of ____history, culture and mouth﹣watering food.A．the；a B．a；a C．an；the D．an；/3．It took us nearly eight hours to get to Zibo, ____ it was worth it because it's an amazing city, where people are kind and friendly.A．and B．but C．so D．or4．Slow cooking seems to hold the taste of the meat much ____.A．good B．well C．better D．best5．—____ are easily made, but not easily kept.—That's true. Once you make one, be sure to keep it.A．Speeches B．Decisions C．Promises D．Suggestions6．Paper cut﹣outs of " double happiness " are often____in the married couple' s home to bring good wishes.A．put back B．put up C．put on D．put off7．While everyone ____ the comics page, I picked up a copy to see what was so funny.A．is laughing at B．laughed atC．laughs at D．was laughing at8．____ healthy, we've got used to washing hands before meals and using public chopsticks.A．Keeping B．Keep C．To keep D．To keeping9．____ it was that made us see the main sights of the world in the World Park!A．How an amazing day B．How amazing weatherC．What amazing day D．What amazing weather10．—Mike, your first Dragon Boat Festival in China is coming. Shall we celebrate it together?—I'd love to, but could you tell me ____?A．what is the meaning of the festival B．where we would have the celebrationC．how you usually celebrate the festival D．when is this year's Dragon Boat Festival20分）完形填空Every early morning in Southwest China' s Chongqing, there is a common scene at the city's Subway Line 4: a group of farmers shouldering vegetables for sale were busy 11．on the subway to downtown. It has 12．local farmers near the town with a wider channel（渠道）for selling their products since its opening in 2022. Some netizens（网民）said the subway passengers should be prevented 13．carrying large items such as vegetable baskets during rush hours in the mornings and evenings, 14．this could cause inconvenience to other passengers and potentially（潜在的）damage public transportation facilities（设备）. The Chongqing Rall Transit replied that passengers are allowed to take the subways as long as they obey the riding rules. If passengers find that the vegetables brought onto the trains by the farmers 15． a bad smell or sell the carriage, they can report this to the subway stations, and the staff will deal with the situation properly. 11．A．to ride B．riding C．rode D．ridden 12．A．provided B．gave C．offered D．got13．A．for B．to C．from D．in14．A．as B．unless C．until D．though15．A．gave out B．gave away C．gave off D．gave in完形填空Avery and I are good friends, but once something unpleasant happened when we both tried for roles in Alice in Wonderland.Avery really 16．to be Alice and I was sure she could get the role. However, it 17．that I was picked to be Alice and Avery only got the part of the March Hare. " Do you want to practice together with me? " I asked. " Sorry, I' m busy this week, " said Avery, 18．looking at me. " And I will be always busy. "That night at dinner, my parents noticed I was not that 19．about getting the lead role. They wondered what happened. " Well, Avery was not picked to be Alice, but I was. She was unhappy. Maybe she will throw away our 20．. "My father said, " Don' t worry about it. I think this is a 21．for you to be an extra﹣good friend." Dad' s right, " said my mother. " Sometimes 22．our friends do well, we may have feelings of envy and don' t know how to act. Try giving 23． a little time, space and understanding, and she will change her mind soon. "Over the next week, I tried my best to give Avery some 24．. Then one day, on the way to ourpractice, I 25．her. " I just want to say, you' re such a great actor when acting as the March Hare. " I smiled. She seemed happy and 26．how she understood the role. When I asked her to help me with my role, she agreed and smiled, too. She 27．said sorry to me for acting that way at first. Later, we became 28．to each other.I' ve learned that people often have a 29．time dealing with envy and disappointment （失望）. If you have similar 30．, you could try taking my parents' advice. Give your friend a little time, space and understanding. This might be the perfect time to be an extra﹣good friend.16．A．promised B．hoped C．forgot D．chose17．A．turned out B．found out C．carried out D．tried out18．A．till B．from C．like D．without 19．A．excited B．careful C．nervous D．worried 20．A．energy B．treasure C．friendship D．courage 21．A．game B．chance C．story D．dream 22．A．before B．whether C．unless D．when23．A．them B．him C．her D．it24．A．advice B．space C．fun D．trouble25．A．met B．left C．answered D．thanked 26．A．faced B．missed C．explained D．supported 27．A．even B．never C．almost D．seldom 28．A．stricter B．quieter C．luckier D．closer29．A．smart B．great C．careless D．difficult 30．A．activities B．mistakes C．experiences D．interests40分）阅读理解When a new cell phone starts to be sold in stories, many people rush out to buy one. We all want the newest. latest thing. But what should we do with our old cell phones?Mike Townsend works at Total Recall, a cell phone recycling company. " Don' t throw your old phone away. Send it to us and we' ll recycle it, " he says. " If you threw it awaylandfill. In other words, it is put in a big hole in the ground﹣and it becomes a big problem. "Cell phones contain some toxic materials（有毒物质）, like lead, mercury and cadmium. If your phone goes to a landfill" At Total Recall, we take the old phones apart. Most of the materials in a cell phone can be recycled and used again, " explains Mike. We sell the parts and they are used to make new products. For example, and the cadmium can be used to make new batteries. The plastic cases of the phones are made into plastic fence posts. "Mike says recycling your old phone is easy. " You can usually take it into a cell phone shop and they' ll send it to us. " So, before you throw your old cell phone away, use it one last time: search for a cell phone recycling company near you and give them a call.31．Total Recall is a company which ____ .A．sells new cell phones B．recycles old cell phonesC．repairs old cell phones D．produces new cell phones32．The underlined word landfill in the second paragraph probably means" ____ " .A．an area of land where large amounts of rubbish are buriedB．an area of land that is higher than the land around itC．something used for filling holesD．something added to soil to make plants grow fast33．What will happen if the old cell phones go to a landfill?A．They will make a big hole in the ground and cause a big problem.B．A cell phone company will reuse them again.C．They will be used to make new products in a short time.D．Toxic materials will come out and get into the water under the ground.34．According to the passage, most of the materials can be recycled except ____ .A．cadmium B．mercury C．plastic cases D．nickel35．Which is the best title for the passage above?A．Don' t use old cell phones.B．Take care of old cell phones.C．New lives of old cell phones.D．Changes of old cell phones.阅读理解In America, history is still a required subject at lower levels and students still choose to study it at higher levels. However, there is an ongoing discussion about whether schools should continue to teach History or whether they should spend the money on other subjects. The article will deal with the arguments against and in favor of teaching History in schoolMany of my classmates suggest that History is one of the less interesting school subjects and that governments should spend the time and money on subjects that are more useful. They argue that Math and English are moreimportant so we can have a society with a good basic education. Others say that we should spend the money on teaching Science, as this can move a country forward and benefit the economy.Yet, there are a number of reasons why it is a good idea to teach History. Teaching History is important because students should be able to understand the background to present situations in the news. This will create better﹣Informed cities. Another reason is that it helps pupils to understand their culture and background, which also helps them to understand the society they live in. In addition to learning about the past, it also improves pupils' reading and writing skills, which can help them become better students.In conclusion, although there are clear arguments on both sides, it seems to me that teachers should teach children about the past because the value of the subject goes beyond the classroom. I would say that the teaching of History helps to create generations of well﹣educated and knowledgeable individuals.36．The writer is probably a ____ .A．parent B．journalist C．teacher D．student37．The passage mainly talks about whether ____ .A．school should teach History or notB．school should teach history at higher levelsC．more money should be spent on HistoryD．students should choose the subjects they study38．Some people think ____ is good for basic education.A．focusing on math and EnglishB．teaching History at lower levelsC．offering more required subjectsD．teaching science instead of History39．The underlined word " this" refers to "____" .A．education B．science C．money D．society40．Which of the following would the writer agree with?A．Government spending on History education should be reduced.B．The benefits of History education are useful in further study.C．Teaching History brings many economic benefits to a country.D．Covering History in the classroom is perhaps a waste of time.阅读理解Making a habit depends on the habit, you, and your efforts. Scientists say it could take from 21 days to eight months. This varies because each habit is different.Many believe it takes 21 days to form a habit. This idea came from Dr. Maxwell Maltz, a doctor. He found thathis patients spent about 21 days getting used to a new way of seeing themselves.But not all habits take 21 days to develop. Some need more time to become a regular part of your life. Mark Vahrmeyer, a therapist, says the 21﹣day rule seems easy. But often, who teaches about thinking patterns, says that our daily actions are our habits. Alyssa Roberts, says habits are made by repeating something. When we do something many times, our brain starts to do it without thinking.Author Charles Duhigg explains the " habit loop" . A habit has three parts: a trigger, the habit, and a reward. For example, the brain will see stress as a chance to eat for comfort.How fast you form a habit depends on the habit. A 2009 study showed it can take 18 to 254 days to make a habit. On average, it' s about 66 days. Simple habits like drinking water are quicker to form than harder ones like exercising a lot.A 2016 study found that believing in yourself is the key to forming habits. If you think you can keep a habit, you likely will. This belief helps in quitting smoking, losing weight, and exercising more.Vahrmeyer advises thinking positively about your goal. If making a habit isn' t fun, it will be hard to continue. He suggests making it as easy as possible. For example, pick a nearby gym if you want to exercise.41．Where did the idea that it takes 21 days to form a habit come from?A．Dr. Maurice Duffy.B．Alyssa Roberts.C．Mark Vahrmeyer.D．Dr. Maxwell Maltz.42．According to the passage, the " habit loop" is made up of ____.A．trigger, habit, and response B．trigger, action, and rewardC．trigger, habit, and reward D．stress, action, and comfort43．What does the word" trigger" in the" habit loop" probably mean?A．A signal to start a habit.B．A habit that is difficult to break.C．A reward for maintaining a habit.D．The physical act of a habit.44．How does Mark Vahrmeyer feel about the 21-day rule?A．He fully supports it.B．He thinks it' s easy but often takes longer.C．He completely disagrees with it.D．He believes it' s too short.45．What is the main idea of the passage?A．It takes 21 days to form a habit.B．The process of forming a habit differs and depends on different conditions.C．The idea of habit formation came from Dr. Maxwell Maltz.D．All habits are formed in the same way.阅读理解Actress Jia Ling became very popular on social media for two days in a row during the Chinese Lunar New Year. People were amazed by how she lost 50 kilograms while making her movie Yolo. This made everyone talk about living a healthy lifestyle. Many people on Weibo were discussing Jia' s weight loss journey, like" Jia' s story of losing weight" and " Jia Ling totally surprised me. " They were wondering. If it' s time to start developing healthier habits, especially during the Spring Festival.One moviegoer named Li Qiaoya, who goes to the gym to lose weight, saidguilty for eating too much during the Spring Festival.Jia used to be known for her funny laughter and emotional performances. She shared her new look after losing weight on social media, and her fans were shocked by her new jawline（下颂线）and how radiant（容光焕发的）, but it' s a heartwarming story about" learning to love yourself. "However, not everyone agrees with Jia' s weight loss plan. To finish filming the movie, Jia had to gain 20 kilograms before starting to lose weight in just six months. " Not everyone can handle the challenge of losing 50 kilograms in only six months, a fitness expert from Chongqing. " It' s not just a physical challenge, but also a mental one. "In interviews before the movie was released, Jia emphasized the importance of setting realistic （切实可行的）goals when talking about her weight loss journey. Jiang agreed and said that having achievable goals is important for a healthy lifestyle. " It' s never a bad thing to have a movie reminding many people about the importance of staying fit, you need to have long﹣term goals made up of smaller, reachable goals. It' s good to have a schedule and stick to it（极端的）things to lose weight. "46．How did Jia Ling's weight loss affect social media?A．People were disappointed.B．People were surprised.C．People were indifferent.D．People were angry.47．What does" guilty" mean in the second paragraph?A．难过的B．失望的C．内疚的D．漠不关心的48．What was Jia Ling' s movie Yolo about?A．Boxing and losing weight.B．Developing healthier habits.C．Learning to love yourself.D．Achieving realistic goals.49．Why did Jia Ling have to gain weight before starting her weight loss journey?A．It was part of her movie role.B．It was a mental challenge.C．It was a physical challenge.D．It was necessary for her health.50．This passage is ____ .A．a piece of news B．an adC．a diary D．a letter5分）补全对话A: I' m bored, Claudia. Let' s do something interesting. Have you ever 51．to a history museum?B: No, I haven' t.A: Me, neither. Let' s go to 52．tomorrow.B: Well, that sounds good, but I' m not interested in history.A: Really? I didn' t know that. Well, 53．about the art museum? Have you been to the art museum?B: I' ve been to the art museum many times.A: Me, 54．, But I' d like to go again. Hmm, let' s see. …. how about the nature museum? I' ve been there a few times.B: So have I. I went there on our last school trip.A: I know. Let' s go to the space museum. I' ve never been there.B: 55． a great idea. I went there last year, but I' d like to go there again.10分）选词填空Harbin, a city in China' s northeast, has become a winter tourism hot spot. With56．famous snowy landscapes and ice sculptures, the city 57．numbers of tourists during the recent New Year' s break. The Winter Olympics have helped the winter tourism industry to succeed. A recent report predicts over 400 million tourists and 550 billion yuan in revenue from late 2023 to early 2024. Individually ﹣planned winter trips are becoming more popular. Harbin is a leader in winter sports and tourism.58．hosting the 2025 Asian Winter Games, the city will enter a new era of winter tourism development. Its success is due to its strong facilities and thoughtful services. The city offers warmth and 59．to travelers, creating good experiences. Beijing, Tianjin, and the northeast are popular winter destinations. Indoor ice parks and ski resorts in southern provinces are also 60．.Some tourists even visit Mohe in September, known 61．the " North Pole" of China for its auroras（极光）. Yanji in Jilin province is also becoming popular this winter. We added tailored services like photography to let travelers 62．Korean culture. 63．, the industry still faces challenges. We need to improve the use of ice and snow facilities and strengthen branding. We are64．about the future of winter tourism, and Harbin sets a good example. The northern market has great chances and will improve with 65．services.10分）阅读表达（10分）September is a big month for students in China since the new term begins from now on. In ancient China, the school entrance ceremony（入学典礼）was one of the most important ceremonies.Children began school between the ages of 4﹣7 in ancient China. Since there was no certain time to begin a new term at that time, the most important thing for parents was to choose a lucky day for their children to enter school. Next, parents would prepare some school things for their children, chairs and four treasures of the study.In ancient times, teachers were usually very knowledgeable local persons. Parents would prepare many gifts, and then write a letter of invitation to ask a knowledgeable man to be their children' s teacher.On the day their children entered school, parents would take them to take part in the First Writing Ceremony. Before that, children would kowtow（叩头）（孔子像）9 times and then to their teacher 3 times to show their deep respect（尊敬）. During the ceremony（前额）as it meant opening the wisdom eye. Children would also ring a certain bell to start a new term. After that, they could finally sit down in their seats and begin to study. The First Writing Ceremony was a very Important ceremony for every student.Every day, students would arrive at school earlier than their teacher, and kowtow to the statue of Confucius, which was used for future Imperial Examination（科举考试）.Today, some schools are starting to hold an entrance ceremony like they did in ancient times. Students put on traditional costumes and how to the statue of Confucius and their teachers. This means that from this moment, they take a step in the lifelong journey of learning.66．At what age did children begin school in ancient China?67．What did parents prepare for children to enter school in ancient China?68．Why would children kowtow to the statue of Confucius and their teacher before the First Writing Ceremony? 69．What would children do during the First Writing Ceremony?70．What do you think of the school entrance ceremony? And why?25分）71．朋友之间的友谊本应是纯真的, 但是近日少数校园里出现了一些不和谐的现象, 偶有校园暴力（campus violence）的发生, 对同学造成了伤害。

上海市崇明区2022-2024年中考英语一模试题分类汇编阅读理解2024年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题VI. Reading comprehension（阅读理解）Choose the best answer (根据短文内容, 选择最恰当的答案) (12 分)64____________When a new cell phone starts to be sold instores, many people rush out to buy one. We allwant the newest, latest thing. But what should wedo with our old cell phones?Mike Townsend works at Total Recall, a cellphone recycling company. “Don’t throw your oldphone away. Send it to us and we’ll recycle it, ” he says. “ If you throw it away, it goes with other rubbish to become landfill. In other words, it is put in a big hole in the ground --- and it becomes a big problem. ”Cell phones contain some toxic materials (有毒物质), like lead,mercury and cadmium. If your phone goes to a landfill, these toxic materials can get out and get into the water under the ground. That’s the water we want to drink or the water that goes into rivers or the ocean. Millions of cell phones are thrown away every year.“At Total Recall, we take the old phones apart. Most of the materials in a cell phone can be recycled and used again, ” explains Mike. “We sell the parts and they are used to make new products. For example, phone batteries contain nickel and cadmium. The nickel is used to make steel, and the cadmium can be used to make new batteries. The plastic cases of the phones are made into plastic fence posts. ”Mike says recycling your old phone is easy. “You can usually take it into a cell phone shop and they’ll send it to us. ” So, before you throw your old cell phone away, use it one last time: search for a cell phone recycling company near you and give them a call.59. Total Recall is a company which _____________.A) sells new cell phones B) recycles old cell phonesC) repairs old cell phones D) produces new cell phones60. The underlined word landfill in the second paragraph probably means “_____________”.A) an area of land where large amounts of rubbish are buriedB) an area of land that is higher than the land around itC) somthing used for filling holesD) something added to soil to make plants grow fast61. What will happen if the old cell phones go to a landfill?A) They will make a big hole in the ground and cause a big problem.B) A cell phone company will reuse them again.C) They will be used to make new products in a short time.D) Toxic materials will come out and get into the water under the ground.62. According to the passage, most of the materials can be recycled except ____________.A) cadmium B) mercury C) plastic cases D) nickel63. The right ways to deal with the old cell phones are to_______________.① break the old phones into pieces ② take them into a cell phone shop③ throw them with other rubbish ④ call for a cell phone recycling companyA) ①②B) ②③C) ①④D) ②④64. Which is the best title for the passage above?A) Don’t use old cell phones B) Take care of old cell phonesC) New lives of old cell phones D) Changes of old cell phones2023年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题VI. Choose the best answer （根据短文内容, 选择最恰当的答案）（12分）Do you know how to get cheap airline and train tickets? hotel accommodations (膳宿)?On a recent flight, Laura was chatting happily with the woman in the next seat – until the conversation turned to fares.The woman, who bought her ticket two months in advance, paid $109. Laura paid $457. She decided that next time she would find out how to travel for less.Here are some ways to travel for less:Cheap airplane tickets. To fly for less money, you can buy non-refundable plane tickets two or three months before your trip. The cheapest way to fly is as a courier（信使）. In return fordelivering a package for a courier company, you get a plane ticket that costs as little as one-quarter of the regular price – or even less if the company needs someone at the last minute. Recently, a courier flew round trip from Los Angeles to Tokyo for $100; a regular ticket cost around $1,800. Train passes. If you’re going to do a lot of traveling by train, a train pass will save you money. Buying a single pass gives you unlimited travel for a period of time. Train passes can be especially useful in India, which has the world’s largest rail system; in Japan, where trains are fast and convenient; and in Europe, where trains go to over 30,000 cities.Hostels (招待所). Hostels used to provide cheap accommodations – in dormitories – for people under the age of 25. Nowadays, hostels don‘t have any age requirements. They’re not only cheap ($8—$17 a night) but a great way to meet people. Hostels are often in interesting places – a castle in Germany, a lighthouse in California, a one-room schoolhouse in the wilderness of Australia. And sometimes hostels have luxuries like swimming pools.59. Laura paid much more for the plane ticket because .A) she bought her ticket two months agoB) the woman was sitting in the next seatC) she didn’t know how to travel for lessD) the woman was chatting with her happily60. ways are introduced to travel for less in the material above.A) Two B) Three C) Four D) Five61. The underlined word fares in the first paragraph probably means “”.A) the money you pay to travel by planeB) the schedule you make for a holidayC) the pictures you draw when on a planeD) the plan you make for buying cheap tickets62. You can get the cheapest plane ticket if you .A) buy it two months ago B) take a round tripC) buy it at the last minute D) work as a courier63. Which of the following is NOT true according to the material?A) India has the world’s largest rail system.B) It’s conve nient to travel by train in Europe.C) People over 25 can’t stay in a hostel nowadays.D) Hostels around the world are often in interesting places.64. Which of the following might be the best title for the material above?A) Getting more for less when you travelB) Meeting interesting people in cheap hostelsC) A train pass will save you money in JapanD) Plane ticket from New York to Tokyo is cheap2022年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题VI. Choose the best answer （根据短文内容, 选择最恰当的答案）（12分）Fiona McIntyre is a taxi driver in London. She tells us about her work and some of her experiences.Q: When did you start?I’ve been a taxi driver for about five years. Before that I was a bus driver in London, and I enjoyed it, but I wanted more freedom so I changed and started driving my taxi.Q: Have you ever had any famous passengers?Oh yes. I’ve had film stars, politicians, you know, lots of famous people. About a year ago, a really famous actor got in my taxi. I took him to the airport. We were stuck on the way and it took a long time to get there, so he missed his plane and failed to meet his fans. It wasn’t my fault but when he got out of the taxi, he shouted at me angrily! I said to him, “Next time, take a bus!”Q: Have passengers ever left anything in your taxi?Oh yes! People have left all kinds of things — a suitcase, a hat, mobile phones, of course, even a dog once! Years ago, a woman left a pair of shoes on the seat. And one time a passenger left his teeth here! Not real teeth, of course — false teeth.And people have asked me to do some strange jobs. Once a doctor stopped me outside a hospital and asked me to take a skeleton to another hospital. Professors usually use skeletons to teach medical students, you know. And I did. But I asked him to pay first — the skeleton couldn’t pay, after all!Q: 5Good question. I’ve always enjoyed being a taxi driver and I don’t want to change. But ofcourse, sometimes, it’s not great. I don’t like driving around without a passenger, but it’s better than just waitin g at the airport or at a railway station. I think that’s the worst part-waiting. 39．Fiona McIntyre thinks being a taxi driver is more ________ than being a bus driver. A．independent B．exciting C．comfortable D．satisfying 40．The famous actor missed his plane because ________.A．Fiona didn’t drive well B．Fiona wasn’t very politeC．there was too much traffic D．there were too many fans 41．Passengers left the following things EXCEPT ________on Fiona’s taxi.A．suitcases B．mobile phones C．false teeth D．umbrellas 42．The underlined ward “him” in Fiona’s answer to the third question refers to ________. A．the skeleton B．the doctor C．the professor D．the student 43．Which of the following questions best fits Blank 5?A．What do you think of the future of a taxi driver?B．What do you think is the worst part of your job?C．What do you do when there are no passengers?D．What do you do when you’re waiting for passengers?44．According to the interview, which of the following is NOT TRUE?A．Fiona has worked as a taxi driver since five years ago.B．Sometimes passengers may leave their pets in Fiona’s taxi.C．Fiona doesn’t like driving around without a passenger most.D．Fiona doesn’t think that the famous actor was polite.答案：2024年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题59. B 60. A 61. D 62. B 63. D 64. C2023年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题【小题58】C 【小题59】B 【小题60】A 【小题61】C 【小题62】C 【小题63】A2022年上海市崇明区中考一模英语试题39．A40．C41．D42．B43．B44．C。

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Top 3 Green Home InnovationsD .There are many things you can do to reduce carbon emission and help to make the earth a better place for future generations. Here are a few suggestions.E Although LED lamps cost more money than standard incandescent or compact fluorescent bulbs do at the beginning, these long-lasting LED lamps will eventually be worth the money because of nergy saved. LED lamps also produce a cleaner, more natural light.Going “green” doesn't have to be a challenge. A home is a long-term investment. You don't have to start over from cratch. Make small changes. Choose environmentally friendly paint or LED bulbs.Chances are that your home will need improvements eventually.Whenever possible, choose upgrades that will reduce your carbon footprint. It's good for the planet, and it's good for you.A. In recent years indoor air pollution has got a lot of attention.B. Air PurificationC. Water RecyclingD. In the last decade a growing number of people were interested in conserving energy and preserving the environment by living “green”E. LED Lighting二、阅读理解：阅读下面的短文，根据文章内容进行判断，正确写“T”错误写“F”。

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Part1Listening（第一部分听力）I.Listening Comprehension(听力理解)(共25分)A.Listen and choose the right picture(根据你听到的内容，选出相应的图片)(共5分)(A)(B)(C)(D)(E)(F)1.______2.______3.______4.______5.______B.Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to the question you hear(根据你听到的对话和问题，选出最恰当的答案)(共5分)6.A)By bus.B)By bike.C)On foot.D)By car.7.A)Playing tennis.B)Skating.C)Swimming.D)Playing football.8.A)5yuan.B)10yuan.C)15yuan.D)20yuan.9.A)Mother and son.B)Teacher and student.C)Boss and secretary.D)Doctor and patient.10.A)Tom didn’t pass his English test.B)Jane won’t help Tom with his English.C)Tom is confident before the test.D)Jane gives Tom some advice.C.Listen to the passage and tell whether the following statements are true or false(判断下列句子是否符合你听到的短文内容，符合的用“T”表示，不符合的用“F”表示)(共5分)11.Mrs.Thompson didn’t like Teddy because he was always late for school.12.Teddy was an excellent student before Mrs.Thompson taught him.13.Mrs.Thompson didn’t know Teddy’s problem until she read his past records.14.Although Mrs.Thompson often helped Teddy,he didn’t make great progress.15.Teddy became a college student eleven years later.D.Listen to the passage and complete the following sentences(听短文，用听到的单词完成下列句子。

2024年大专英语ab级试卷Part I Listening Comprehension (20 minutes)Section A.Directions: In this section, you will hear 5 short conversations. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. Both the conversation and the question will be spoken only once. After each question there will be a pause. During the pause, you must read the four choices marked A), B), C) and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.1. M: I'm so tired. I've been working on this project all day.W: Why don't you take a break? You've been at it for hours.Q: What does the woman suggest the man do?A) Keep working.B) Finish the project quickly.C) Take a break.D) Start a new project.2. W: Do you like this dress? I think it's really nice.M: Well, it's not my style. I prefer something more casual.Q: What does the man think of the dress?A) He likes it very much.B) He thinks it's too expensive.C) He doesn't like its style.D) He thinks it's too big.3. M: How much is this book?W: It's 25 dollars. But if you have a student ID, you can get a 20% discount.Q: How much will the man pay if he has a student ID?A) 20 dollars.B) 25 dollars.C) 21 dollars.D) 20.5 dollars.4. W: Are you going to the concert tonight?M: I'd love to, but I have to study for my exam tomorrow.Q: Why isn't the man going to the concert?A) He doesn't like concerts.B) He has no money.C) He has to study for an exam.D) He is going to another place.5. M: I heard you went to Paris last month. How was it?W: It was amazing. The food, the architecture, everything was wonderful.Q: What does the woman think of Paris?A) She doesn't like it.B) She thinks it's just so - so.C) She thinks it's amazing.D) She didn't have a good time there.Section B.Directions: In this section, you will hear 2 long conversations. Each conversation will be read only once. At the end of each conversation, there will be some questions. You must read the four choices marked A), B), C)and D), and decide which is the best answer. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.Conversation 1.M: Hi, Jane. How are you today?W: I'm fine, thanks. How about you?M: Not bad. I'm thinking about taking a trip during the summer vacation.W: That's a great idea. Where do you want to go?M: I'm not sure yet. Maybe someplace with beautiful beaches.W: Well, there are a lot of good choices. For example, Hawaii or Bali.M: I've heard that Hawaii is really beautiful. But I'm also interestedin some European countries.W: Europe is also very nice. You can visit France, Italy or Spain.There are so many historical places and delicious foods.M: Hmm, that sounds appealing too. But I'm a little worried about the cost.W: Yeah, traveling to Europe can be a bit expensive. But if you plan well and look for some good deals, it can be affordable.Questions 6 - 8 are based on the conversation you have just heard.6. What is the man thinking about?A) Changing his job.B) Buying a new house.C) Taking a trip.D) Learning a new language.7. Which place with beautiful beaches is mentioned?A) Hawaii.B) Florida.C) California.D) Sydney.8. What is the man worried about regarding traveling to Europe?A) The language barrier.B) The safety issue.C) The cost.D) The long flight.Conversation 2.W: Good morning, sir. Can I help you?M: Yes, I'm looking for a new cell phone.W: Well, we have a lot of different models here. What kind of features are you interested in?M: I want a phone with a good camera because I like taking pictures. And it should have a long battery life.W: Okay. How about this one? It has a 12 - megapixel camera and the battery can last for two days with normal use.M: Hmm, that sounds good. But what about the storage? I need a lot of space for my photos.W: This phone comes with 64GB of internal storage, and you can also expand it with a microSD card.M: Great. How much is it?W: It's 500 dollars. But if you sign a two - year contract with our company, you can get it for 300 dollars.M: I see. I'll think about it. Thank you.Questions 9 - 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard.9. What is the man looking for?A) A new laptop.B) A new cell phone.C) A new camera.D) A new tablet.10. What features does the man care about?A) A good camera and long battery life.B) A large screen and high - speed processor.C) Good sound quality and a lot of storage.D) Waterproof function and a good design.11. How much can the man save if he signs a two - year contract?A) 100 dollars.B) 200 dollars.C) 300 dollars.D) 400 dollars.Section C.Directions: In this section, you will hear a short passage three times. When the passage is read for the first time, you should listen carefullyfor its general idea. When the passage is read for the second time, you are required to fill in the blanks numbered from 12 to 17 with the exact words you have just heard. For blanks numbered from 18 to 20 you are required to fill in the missing information. You can either use the exact words you have just heard or write down the main points in your own words. Finally, when the passage is read for the third time, you should check what you have written.Online shopping has become very popular in recent years. People like the convenience of being able to shop from home and have their purchasesdelivered to their doors. There are many different types of online stores, selling everything from clothes and electronics to food and books.One of the main advantages of online shopping is the wide selection of products available. You can find items that may not be available in your local stores. Another advantage is the ability to compare prices easily. You can quickly check the prices of the same product at different online stores and choose the cheapest one.However, there are also some disadvantages. One problem is that youcan't see or touch the product before you buy it. So sometimes you may receive something that is different from what you expected. Another issue is the security of your personal information. When you shop online, you need to provide your credit card number and other personal details, and there is a risk of this information being stolen.To make sure your online shopping experience is a good one, it is important to choose reliable online stores. Look for stores with good reviews and a secure payment system. Also, be careful when entering your personal information.12. Online shopping has become very popular in recent _.13. People like the _ of being able to shop from home.14. There are many different types of online stores, selling everything from clothes and _ to food and books.15. One of the main _ of online shopping is the wide selection of products available.16. Another advantage is the ability to _ prices easily.17. One problem is that you can't see or _ the product before you buy it.18. Another issue is the _ of your personal information.19. To make sure your online shopping experience is a good one, it is important to choose _.20. Also, be _ when entering your personal information.Part II Vocabulary and Structure (20 minutes)Directions: There are 20 incomplete sentences in this part. For each sentence there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence. Then mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.21. She _ English for five years before she went to the United States.A) has studied.B) had studied.C) will study.D) studied.22. I'm sorry I can't go to the movies with you. I _ my homework.A) haven't finished.B) didn't finish.C) won't finish.D) don't finish.23. The book _ on the table is mine.A) lies.B) lying.C) lain.D) lay.24. If it _ tomorrow, we will go for a picnic.A) doesn't rain.B) won't rain.C) didn't rain.D) isn't raining.25. He is _ boy that everyone likes him.A) such a nice.B) so a nice.C) a such nice.D) a so nice.26. She is _ in music. She spends most of her free time listening to music.A) interested.B) interesting.C) interest.D) interests.27. The more you practice, _ you will become.A) the more confident.B) more confident.C) the confident.D) confident.28. I don't know _ he will come or not.A) if.B) whether.C) that.D) which.29. This is the place _ I was born.A) where?B) which.C) that.D) when?30. My sister _ a lot of photos when she was on vacation.A) takes.B) took.C) has taken.D) is taking.31. They _ a new bridge over the river next year.A) build.B) will build.C) are building.D) built.32. He _ his keys in the office yesterday.A) left.B) leave.C) has left.D) had left.33. The movie was _ interesting that I watched it twice.A) so.B) such.C) too.D) very.34. She asked me _ I liked her new dress.A) if.B) that.C) what?D) which.35. I'm looking forward to _ from you soon.A) hear.B) hearing.C) heard.D) be heard.36. There are _ students in our class than in theirs.A) more.B) much.C) many.D) most.37. He _ to bed until his mother came back.A) didn't go.B) goes.C) went.D) has gone.38. We should protect the environment _ we can live a better life.A) so that.B) in order to.C) because.D) although.39. The old man is too weak _ the box.A) to lift.B) lifting.C) lift.D) lifted.40. She is not only beautiful _ intelligent.A) but also.B) also.C) and.D) or.Part III Reading Comprehension (30 minutes)Section A.Directions: There is a passage in this section. The passage is followed by some questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A), B), C) and D). You should decide on the best choice and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.The Internet has changed the way we communicate, work, and learn. It has made the world a smaller place by connecting people from all over the world. One of the most significant changes brought about by the Internet is in the field of education.Online education has become increasingly popular in recent years. There are many reasons for this. First, it is convenient. Students can study at their own pace and in their own time. They can access course materials from anywhere in the world as long as they have an Internet connection. Second, online education offers a wide range of courses. Students can choose from a variety of subjects, from business and technology to art and literature. Third, it is often more affordable than traditional education. There are no commuting costs, and the tuition fees are sometimes lower.However, online education also has some challenges. One problem is that students may feel isolated. They don't have the face - to - faceinteraction with their classmates and teachers that they would have in a traditional classroom. Another issue is the quality of education. Some online courses may not be as well - designed or taught as traditional courses.Despite these challenges, online education is likely to continue to grow in the future. As technology improves, more and more people will turn to online education to gain new skills and knowledge.41. What has the Internet done to the world?A) It has made the world larger.B) It has made the world smaller.C) It has made people communicate less.D) It has made people work harder.42. Why has online education become popular?A) Because it is free.B) Because it is only available in certain areas.C) Because it has many advantages.D) Because it is compulsory.43. Which of the following is an advantage of online education?A) Students can only study at a fixed time.B) Students can't choose their own courses.C) It is more expensive.D) It is convenient.44. What are the challenges of online education?A) Students may feel lonely and the quality may not be good.B) It is too difficult to access course materials.C) There are too many students in each class.D) The teachers are not well - trained.45. What is the future trend of online education?A) It will stop growing.B) It will continue to grow.C) It will be replaced by traditional education.D) It will only be for a few people.Section B.Directions: Read the following passage. Answer the questions accordingto the information given in the passage.A recent study shows that more and more people are choosing to travel alone. There are several reasons for this trend.For some people, traveling alone gives them a sense of freedom. Theycan do whatever they want, whenever they want. They don't have to worry about compromising with others. For example, if they want to change their itinerary at the last minute, they can do so without having to consult anyone else.Another reason is that traveling alone can be a great opportunity for self - discovery. When you are alone, you have more time to think about yourself, your life goals, and your values. You can also meet new people more easily when you are traveling alone. People are often more interestedin talking to a solo traveler than to a group.However, traveling alone also has its drawbacks. One of the main problems is safety. Solo travelers may be more vulnerable to crime, especially in unfamiliar places. Another issue is loneliness. Although traveling alone can be a great experience, sometimes it can be a bit lonely, especially at night or when you are in a beautiful place and want to share the moment with someone.46. What is the trend mentioned in the passage?A) More people are traveling in groups.B) More people are traveling alone.C) More people are not traveling at all.D) More people are traveling with family.47. Why do some people like traveling alone?A) Because they don't like people.B) Because they can be free and it's good for self - discovery.C) Because it's cheaper.D) Because they can't find travel partners.48. What can traveling alone help people do?A) Forget about their life goals.B) Avoid meeting new people.C) Have more time to think about themselves.D) Stay away from beautiful places.49. What are the problems of traveling alone?A) Safety and loneliness.B) High cost and bad weather.C) Meeting too many people and getting lost.D) Having to follow a strict itinerary.50. According to the passage, are people more interested in talking toa solo traveler or a group?A) A solo traveler.B) A group.C) They are equally interested.D) It depends on the situation.Part IV Translation - English into Chinese (15 minutes)Directions: This part is to test your ability to translate English into Chinese. Each of the five sentences is followed by four choices of Chinese translation marked A), B), C) and D). Choose the best answer and mark the corresponding letter on the Answer Sheet with a single line through the center.51. She is so kind - hearted that she is always ready to help others.A) 她是如此的善良，总是乐于助人。

新世纪视听说教程（听力课本）（第三版）Book4-Unit2听力原文整理者：计算机张鲁亚王潇Word bank More computer terms 第24页Internet: browser 浏览器，search engine 搜索引擎，web address 网址，upload 上传，download 下载e-mail: e-mail account 电子邮件账户，e-mail address 电子邮箱地址，send 发送，forward 转发，reply 回复，attach 添加附件，log in 登陆，log out 退出hardware: laptop 笔记本电脑，notebook 笔记本电脑，tablet 平板电脑，keyboard 键盘，monitor 显示器computing: window 窗口，desktop 桌面，tool bar 工具栏，menu 菜单，cursor 光标，folder 文件夹，file 文件，icon 图标，program 程序actions：type 打字输入，enter 输入，click on 点击，right click on 右击，double click on 双击，open 打开，close 关闭，save 保存，save as 另存为software：word processing 文字处理，spreadsheet 空白表格程序，database 数据库，presentation 呈现方式faults: frozen 死机，crash 系统崩溃，virus 病毒Audio Track 4-2-1 第25 页Situation 1Man: Oh no!Woman: What happened?Man: I can’t believe it! I was sending a message and I accidentally clicked on “Reply to All.”Woman: So?Man: It was a personal message for my friend, Jerry. I wanted to send it to his e-mail address only.Woman: Oops.Man: Exactly. …Instead I sent it to everyone on the list. How embarrassing!Situation2Man: I see you have a new keyboard. That’s nice.Woman: Yes. The company bought me a new one.Man: That’s good.Woman: Well, actually …I spoiled coffee on my old keyboard, and it stopped working. Man: Oh, I seeWoman: Don’t tell anyone. Drinking coffee near the computer is not allowed!Situation 3Woman: Have you finished working on my computer?Man: Yes I have. I’m afraid I don’t have good news for you.Woman: Really?Man: really. The problem is with you hardware.Woman: Oh. What do you suggest?1Man: I think you should probably buy a new computer. This one can’t be fixed.Woman: Well. I have had it for five years. It’s time to replace it, I guess.Audio Track 4-2-3 第26页Conversations 1Pam: Well, Lynn, I must be going. It was great to see you-Lynn: Bye Pam.Pam: What’s that?Lynn: Oh… that’s Ollie.Pam: Ollie? I didn’t know you had a dog!Lynn: Well we don’t … really.Pam: What do you mean?Lynn: Come here.Pam: Oh my goodness. It’s a robot!Lynn: That’s right. It’s a dog robot. They call it a “dogbot”.Pam: How interesting! ... But it’s a little strange, don’t you think?Lynn: Well, I wanted get an interactive toy for the kids. They love it. So I’m happy.Pam: How much did it cost?Lynn: Don’t ask. It wasn’t very affordable. It’s cheaper than having a real dog, though. We don’t ever to buy dog food! And the batteries are rechargeable.Conversation 2Juliana: Hey, Henrik. Look.Henrik: What is it, Juliana ?Juliana: What’s that guy doing over there?Henrik: Which guy?Juliana: The one over there. Wearing a suit. He’s punching so many buttons on his cell phone. Henrik: Oh, him. He’s probably playing a game.Juliana: Really?Henrik: A lot of people have games on their phones. It’s really popular here in Finland. They play them everywhere.Juliana: Do you play them, too?Henrik: Yes, I do.Audio Track 4-2-5 第27页In today’s report, we look at a new technology called pervasive c omputing.Pervasive computing means putting tiny computers into everyday electronic appliances, such as toasters and microwaves. With pervasive computing, appliances can communicate with their users-and with other appliances! Some companies now sell pervasive computing products like a “smart” coffee toaster. It remembers you favorite king of toast: light or dark. Companies are designing a “smart” coffee and maker and a “smart” clock. The coffee maker can measure the water and coffee. It can even put up milk in your breakfast coffee and make black coffee in the afternoon. The clock will check the time on other clocks in your houses and give information about other appliances. For example, it can tell you,” Your coffee maker needs more water.”2And that’s only the beginning. Once company is now advertising“Save time-phone your washing machine!” Engineers are making a “smart” house. In this house, the lights, heater, and air conditioner change automatically when family members come home. This makes the home comfortable, and it saves a lot of energy. Pervasive computing could change many parts of our daily lives.But do people really want pervasive computing? Do they really need technology everywhere? One company asked people about their opinions on “smart” applia nces. There were surprises. A “smart” refrigerator can buy more food on the Internet, but people didn’t want it, because it might make mistakes.“Pervasive computing is as important as a telephone”, says Rebecca Blair, president of InnoTech Corporation. But some of these products are not useful, or even practical. Companies should learn more about the technology that people really want.Audio Track 4-2-7 第27 页The appetite for newer, smarter mobile technology is growing. Hungry consumers are no longer satisfied with making calls and sending text messages, and people developers are taking notice. Your modern day smartphone is not just a communications device; It also offers a banquet of features such as a music player, gaming apps, Internet browser, electronic dictionary, camera, and video recorder.It’s hard to argue with the merits of having access to such entertainment on the go. And it’s harder to argue with the convenience of having multiple entertainment and communication functions served up in a signal device. However, some would argue that these phones are eating up too much of people’s time. It’s certainly food for thought. As phones become smarter they might indeed devour what’s left of our social and interpersonal skills. We’ll have to wait and see.Audio Track 4-2-9 P28Local girl rescuedShe may have a broken leg, but she can’t be happier. Morgan Bailey, 11, is happy to be alive. Tuesday was like any other day for Morgan. She was at school. It was fourth period, and she was the first student to arrive in the gymnasium for her physical education class.Suddenly there was a loud noise.“There was a sharp cracking noise and then a loud boom. After that, I don’t remember anything,” said Morgan.There roof of the gymnasium had collapsed under the heavy snow. Morgan was trapped underneath. She could not escape.“I woke up and there was a big piece of wood on my leg. I could not move it. I was starting to get cold.”Fortunately, help was nearby. A new program usin g “rescue robots” was tired for the first time.“We were nervous about using the robot,” said Derrick Sneed, the man in charge of the program. “But in the end, the robot gave us reliable information. It went extremely well.” The rescue robot was able to g o into the gym and locate Morgan’s exact position.“We send in robots first because it may not be safe for humans,” said Mr. Sneed. Human3beings are not as useful as robots in some situations. “A gas leak, for example, could kill you or me but would not hu rt a robot.”Although it did not happen in Morgan’s case, some rescue robots can bring fresh air or water to people who are trapped.Rescue robots go into rough, dangerous places. They work in life or death situations. They have to be durable.Doctors say that Morgan is doing well. She should be going home in two or three days. What is the first thing she wants to do after she gets out of the hospital?“I want to meet my hero,” laughs Morgan. “That little robot that saved my life!”Audio Track 4-2-11 P29An increasing number of companies and individuals are now opting to purchase virtual storage for their computer files and programs.Accessibility is generally cited as the single most persuasive factor when making the switch. Being virtual, Clouds can be accessed from any computer with a Internet connection, and at any time. For those with slower Internet connections, sophisticated software accelerates upload and download times.Cost is always a mitigating factor when it comes to choosing which technology solution to adopt. And Clouds offer maximum flexibility when purchasing storage space. No longer do companies have to make long-term investments in expensive server equipment. They can purchase only the space they require now, with the knowledge that they can easily upgrade and expand at any point in the future.Apprehensions, about the security of date, have now been put at ease as globally recognized software firms are building in the necessary security solutions.Audio Track 4-2-17 P34The most fun product has to be the cell phone. I use my cell phone all the time. Actually it almost never leaves my hand. It’s a good thing that it’s thin, light and portable. I love that I can do all sorts of things with it. It’s so much more than ju st a cell phone. I take photos with it;I use it to listen to music, and sometimes I watch movies. It’s really handy for passing the time while I’m commuting. The only negative is that the battery does not last long. It hardly lasts a day before it needs to be recharged. I should add that my phone is very practical, too. I use it to communicate with my friends and family. I can’t make long distance calls to my parents as it’s too expensive, but with my cell phone I can send text messages quite cheaply. Audio Track 4-2-1 P36Reda: I really don’t know a lot about electronics but I think that new phones...new cell phones...with ah... Cameras...which have digital cameras are well cool and they’re so easy to use. And you don’t have think all the time that y ou forgot the camera...you know? Because you always have it with you and that’s so smart.Kevin: I like the laptop because it’s very, very thin. It’s maybe less than one inch and it’s4about four pounds and I can carry it anywhere I want.Alejandra: My favorite feature of my computer is the Instant Messenger. The reason for this is that it’s very affordable, fun, and convenient and allows me to chat with my friends from all over the world.Denise: I stay in touch with my family in Brazil with like...Instant Messenger.Jackie: I use the computer for chatting online, searching the web, and downloading music. Catherine: I have a lot of friends in New York and Philadelphia and California, so instead of talking on the phone with them, I e-mail them constantly...Dave: My laptop computer is fun because I can do all sorts of things on it. I can write a paper while I’m on the train on the way home.Julianna: I use my computer to surf on the Internet, to do my homework, and to work. My computer was expensive, but it is reliable.Jonathan: I don’t really like my computer because it’s old and not reliable.Audio Track 4-2-3 P40Prof.Morgan: Good. So change the first part and make those corrections and your paper will be great.Tara: OK. Thanks for all your he lp, Professor Morgan. I’ll e-mail my paper to you later today. Prof.Morgan: You know, technology is amazing. In high school used to write my term papers on a typewriter.Tara: It must have a taken a long time to write a paper on a typewriter.Prof.Morgan: Well, I was pretty fast, but I made some mistakes. Actually, the typewriter were not that bad. Now, as for the first computers...oh my gosh!Tara: What do you mean?Prof.Morgan: The first computers were so unreliable. They used to crash all the time. And they were not as affordable or as fast as they are now.Tara: Mine’s pretty fast, but not as fast as some of the newer, more expensive ones.Prof.Morgan: I know! And nowadays, almost everyone has a computer. In those days, nobody had their own computer. We used to use the ones at the university.Tara: In the computer lab?Prof.Morgan: Yeah, that’s all we had. I’ll never forget, one spring, during final exams. Everybody was working on their term papers, and the electricity went out!Tara: So? No big ptops have batteries...Prof.Morgan: Yes, but remember, in those days we did not have laptops. If you computer crashed, you lost everything.Tara: Everything?Prof.Morgan: Everything. We used to lose information all the time, but that time it was terrible. Everybody lost their paper that afternoon...including me.Tara: What did you do?Prof.Morgan: I went back to the good, old-fashioned way.Tara: You mean typewriters?Prof.Morgan: Nope. I used something more affordable, portable, reliable, disposable, something that always worked.5Tara: What was that?Prof.Morgan: (hold up pencil and paper) The first word processor.6。