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廣西柳州市2025屆高三第二次模擬考試英語試題
(考試時間:120分鐘;滿分:150分)
注意事項：
1.請把答案填寫在答題卡上，否則答題無效。
2.答卷前，考生務必將密封線內的項目填寫清楚，密封線內不要答題。
3.選擇題，請用2B鉛筆，把答題卡上對應題目選項的信息點涂黑。非選擇題，請用0.5mm黑色字跡簽字筆在答題卡指定位置作答。
第Ⅰ卷(選擇題)
第一部分：聽力(共兩節，滿分30分)
做題時，先將答案標在試卷上。錄音內容結束后，你將有兩分鐘的時間將你的答案轉涂到客觀題答題卡上。
第一節(共5小題；每小題1.5分，滿分7.5分)
聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。
1. What are the speakers talking about
A. Drinking tea. B. History and biography. C. Preference of reading.
2. How does the man feel about the office temperature now
A. Too cold. B. Too hot. C. Just right.
3. What is the man doing
A. Asking for the way. B. Checking out. C. Presenting the bill.
4. What did the woman expect the man to do
A. Pick up a package. B. Lend her a book. C. Buy some snacks.
5. Why does the woman decide to buy the white car
A. It looks cooler.
B. It's more comfortable.
C. It's environmentally friendly.
第二節(共15小題；每小題1.5分，滿分22.5分)
聽下面5段對話或獨白。每段對話或獨白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5秒鐘；聽完后，各小題將給出5秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨白讀兩遍。
聽第6段材料，回答第6、7題。
6. What do we know about the woman
A. She is living in the apartment at present.
B. She won't pay the rent for the next year.
C. She has decided to move to another town.
7. What may the man do if the woman leaves
A. Reduce the rent. B. Find a new renter. C. Sell the apartment.
聽第7段材料，回答第8至10題。
8. How will the man get to the cinema
A. By car. B. By subway. C. By bus.
9. Where will they meet
A. At the school gate. B. In the cinema. C. At the cinema gate.
10. What's the normal price of a ticket for the movie
A.8 pounds. B.10 pounds. C.18 pounds.
聽第8段材料，回答第11至13題。
11. What does the woman initially think of homemade breakfast
A. It is quite healthy. B. It is time consuming. C. It is a good start of a day.
12. What does the man do if he has no time to prepare breakfast in the morning
A. He orders takeout food.
B. He uses an automatic device to cook beforehand.
C. He asks his family to help him.
13. What is the woman probably going to do this weekend
A. Sleep late and skip breakfast.
B. Keep buying her breakfast.
C. Try making her own breakfast.
聽第9段材料，回答第14至17題。
14. How many kinds of sports are mentioned in the conversation
A.3. B.4. C.5.
15. What's the man's favorite sport
A. Basketball. B. Table tennis. C. Golf.
16. Why did the woman pick up table tennis as her hobby
A. She wanted to master some practical skills.
B. She was influenced by her dad at a young age.
C. She was motivated by her college roommate.
17. When will they decide to have a game of table tennis
A. This Wednesday. B. This Thursday. C. This Friday.
聽第10段材料，回答第18至20題。
18. What is the speaker's nationality
A. British. B. Vietnamese. C. Chinese.
19. What did the speaker usually do besides her daily work in Asia
A. Stayed in the office. B. Wrote travel blogs. C. Learned Thai language.
20. What is the reason for the speaker's return to her homeland
A. She found the life routine there.
B. She scored another dream job.
C. She lacked a sense of belonging.
第二部分 閱讀理解(共兩節，滿分50分)
第一節(共15小題；每小題2.5分，滿分37.5分)
閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C和D四個選項中，選出最佳選項。
A
Do you want to make your vacation both fun and educational Are you attracted by the wonders of science If your answers are yes, then come and join our“Inspiring Science Journey”! Here are some destinations we have on offer.
Science of astronomy and ice: Sweden
22 March 2025|4 days
From striking mountainous forests to picturesque snowcapped mountains, travelling to northern Sweden during the winter months offers a truly magical experience.
Absorb yourself in the natural beauty of Abisko National Park.
Learn about the science of the northern lights from experts at the Aurora Sky Station.
The world capital of astronomy: Chile
27 March 2025|13 days
With 70% of the world's telescopes, Chile is truly the world capital of astronomy. This is a unique
opportunity to visit some of the world's most technologically advanced observatories and stare at the stars
under some of the clearest skies on earth.
Visit world leading observatories, offering a unique opportunity to witness cutting-edge astronomical projects. Stare at the stars in the Atacama Desert.
Enjoy talks and walking seminars (研討會) from accompanying astronomer Martin Grlfiths and
local experts.
Renaissance astronomy in Kepler’ s Prague: Czech Republic
14 September 2025 16 days
Journey to the heart of early science, exploring Prague's grand architecture and walking the streets as Kepler and Brahe did, when astronomer Martin Griffiths and local guides share tales of Renaissance history.
◆ Visit the Stefanik Observatory, where with the guidance and advice from the expert observatory
team, you can look beyond the boundaries of the solar system and observe selected stars.
◆ Enjoy a tour of the Nelahozeves village, the birthplace of the composer Antonin Dvorak and home to the fine Renaissance palace of the Lobkowicz family.
21. Who might be most interested in the“Inspiring Science Journey”
A. People who love climbing mountains.
B. Tourists who only care about the beauty of nature.
C. Those who enjoy both travelling and learning science.
D. The scientists who conduct serious geological researches.
22. What can travelers do in Sweden in addition to the science of astronomy
A. Enjoy the snowy landscape.
B. Take part in cutting-edge astronomical projects.
C. Watch the stars above the Atacama Desert.
D. Visit a palace in the Nelahozeves village.
23. What do the three journeys have in common
A. They are taken in Europe. B. They offer some historical tours.
C. They last no longer than a week. D. They provide the company of experts.
B
Ice cream has held a unique role in our world's history and culture —— but where did it come from
The first accounts of cold desserts and iced drinks date back to as early as the first century. In civilizations including ancient Rome, Mughal India, and Tang dynasty China, these icy treats were mainly enjoyed by
the royal families. And finding the means to freeze these desserts wasn't always easy. Wealthy Mediterranean nobility (地中海貴族) sent laborers to climb up high mountains to harvest glacial ice and snow.
Yet the cream-based treat we know today made a much later first showing. It was originally inspired by sherbet (果汁冰糕), or sharbat in Arabic, an icy drink believed to have originated in Persia(波斯), and later
gained popularity in the Middle Ages. European travelers brought sharbat recipes home, and began creating their own chocolate, nut, and even eggplant flavored taste on the refreshment. In 1692, Antonio Latini, an Italian chef, recorded a recipe for a unique milk-based version, which some historians call the first ice cream.
In the 18th century, ice cream expanded its reach as these recipes set sail alongside European settlers to North America. Yet it was still mainly enjoyed by the upper classes as the process to make it was quite laborious, and its main ingredients (原料) —— sugar, salt and cream —— were expensive. In Philadelphia in 1843, Nancy Johnson patented a revolutionary ice cream-making machine, which made the process easier for any
home cook. And storing ice cream was no longer hard, as by the mid-1830s, New England businessman“Ice King” Frederic Tudor had greatly improved the ice trade, shipping thousands of tons of ice to households across the globe. Soon, ice cream was on every street corner.
Today, ice cream continues to take on new forms. And while some of its mysteries may never be solved, one thing is certain: our love for ice cream will never lessen.
24. Why does the author mention the royal families in paragraph 2
A. To arouse readers’ interest in ancient royal life.
B. To show that royal families were very rich.
C. To describe the earliest stage of ice cream.
D. To prove that early ice desserts were uncommon.
25. Where was the first ice cream born according to some historians
A. In Arab. B. In Europe. C. In Persia. D. In North America.
26. What breakthrough was made in the 1840s
A. The recipes set sail from Europe to North America.
B. The invention of a patented ice cream making machine.
C. The improvement in storing ice cream.
D. The expansion of the ice trade.
27. What is the passage mainly about
A. The process of making ice cream. B. The ingredients of ice cream.
C. The history of ice cream. D. The promotion of ice cream.
C
Overfunctioning behaviors, such as overworking, overachieving, overthinking, overexplaining, overgiving or overcommitting, are quite common in our life and work.
Why do we often engage in overfunctioning behaviors The reason is that we want to create psychological safety for ourselves. Overfunctioning behaviors are a form of nervous-system regulation. When you
feel anxiety, stress, frustration or uncertainty about your life or job, the threat networks in your brain will be activated: You' re afraid. To restore balance, you engage in overfunctioning behaviors to stay“relevant” or“on top” so that you can alleviate your fear. The conventional wisdom is that“trying to be the best” is a form of resilience that makes us more productive.
However, recent researches suggest otherwise. A 2018 meta-analysis of 25,000 people, conducted by Dana Harari and his colleagues and published in the Journal of Applied Psychology, found no relationship
between actual performance and the perfectionism typical of success. Take overthinking for example: If overthinking worked, it would allow us to solve more problems in our lives. But the research shows the opposite is true. Overthinking is linked to poorer decision-making, greater interpersonal problems and more distress. In other words, constant efforts don't make you the best performer. A 2021 study by a team of Chinese
researchers found that perfectionism was related to greater anxiety and depression. A 2023 study reported that overachievers had higher levels of dopamine (多巴胺), a neurotransmitter(神經遞質) related to both
motivation and addiction. The brain can create powerful cravings that perpetuate(使持久) our overfunctioning —— the more you overfunction, the more you want to overfunction. Constant overfunctioning does greatharm to our mental and physical health.
To break the trap of overfunctioning, it's vital to see that they are just forms of safety-seeking. We
need to recognize that the most powerful determiner of our own safety is no one but ourselves. When our brains drive us to overdo something next time, just allow yourself not to be perfect and relax for a while.
28. What's the main reason for people to overfunction according to the text
A. To show off their abilities. B. To gain more recognition from others.
C. To establish psychological safety. D. To satisfy the requirement of work.
29. What does the underline word“alleviate” in paragraph 2 mean
A. Ease. B. Return. C. Reproduce. D. Enhance.
30. What can we learn from paragraph 3
A. Working hard to be the best always leads to high productivity.
B. There is a positive relationship between perfectionism and performance.
C. People with perfectionism are more likely to succeed in their careers.
D. Struggling for perfection frequently doesn't bring the best results.
31. What is the best title for the text
A. Try to Be the Best B. Care about Your Health
C. Break the Trap of Overfunctioning D. Overfunction for Your Own Safety
D
Meta Platforms, formerly known as Facebook, is expected to preview its latest pair of tech-enabled glasses at its annual developer and hardware conference. Mark Zuckerberg, Meta Platforms’ CEO, once announced virtual-reality headsets as the next big thing. It turns out people may want something simpler: sunglasses with a camera.
Meta’ s Ray-Ban smart glasses are gaining popularity among consumers, who say they like using them to take photos for their friends and family as well as to create content for social media. The excitement
comes when interest in the metaverse ( 虛 擬 世 界), an online world accessed via virtual-reality headsets, remains silent.
The second version of Meta’ s smart glasses — which are equipped with a camera, microphones and
artificial intelligence — went on sale in October 2023. Zuckerberg said demand has been higher than expected. Meta has shipped more than 700,000 pairs, according to data provider IDC. Shipments more than doubled from the first to second quarter this year.
Christopher S derberg, a consultant for online influencers who lives in Stockholm, bought the smart
glasses in May. He said they helped him kick-start his own influencer career. He can film the videos himself smoothly and walk up to people in a way that is less disturbing or annoying while still letting them know he’ s recording. To record with the glasses, Meta Ray-Ban users press a button to start a 30-second,60-second or three-minute video. S derberg said, “It's a game changer.”
Meta is hoping people will come to enjoy the AI features. The company said it redesigned the second-generation glasses from the ground up, improving the audio and camera capabilities and also adding the AI
tools.
Beyond Meta, other tech companies are also exploring tech-enabled glasses. But few of them have yet managed to occupy the market.
32. What is the present situation of the metaverse according to the text
A. It is developing rapidly. B. It is losing its attraction.
C. It is being updated. D. It is reaching its peak.
33. What can we infer about the second version of Meta's smart glasses
A. They are taking up the whole market.
B. They are gaining popularization.
C. They are welcomed by the youth.
D. They are taking the place of other products.
34. Which is close to the meaning of the underlined sentence“It’ s a game changer.” in paragraph 4
A. It is innovative. B. It is demanding.
C. It is appealing. D. It is amusing.
35. How did Meta attract consumers to its smart glasses
A. By lowering their price.
B. By selling them with other tech companies.
C. By advertising them with film videos.
D. By equipping them with more high technology.
第二節(共5小題；每小題2.5分，滿分12.5分)
根據短文內容，從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。
Hiking Has All the Benefits of Walking and More
Hiking, a form of exercise older than exercise itself, is so hot right now. People like hiking because of
the cardiovascular(心血管的) benefits of walking, but the irregular ground does more to strengthen the leg and core muscles, which in turn boosts balance and stability. 36 . For example, it offers freedom and vision. A good start in hiking can make twice the result with half the effort. But how do you get started Here are some good ways you can follow.
● 37
If you' re relatively active, you' re probably already working out just by going for walks every day. It
can be as simple as heading out the door and walking for 40 minutes to an hour to build up strength and endurance. Walking up hills or taking the stairs instead of an elevator also works well.
●Finding routes
Picking the right route can be the difference between a pleasant workout and a miserable slog(跋涉).
Thankfully, experts and regular hikers mark routes in colors based on difficulty on the internet. 38 . When choosing a hike, use the information to see whether the uphills are gradual or harder to hike.
● Packing the right equipment
Every hiker should bring the 10 essentials, which include food and drink, first aid supplies, a map and compass and rain tools. All are inside a supportive backpack with thick shoulder straps and a waist belt. 39 . Actually, you don't need to invest in special hiking shoes. You do need to have shoes that offer stability and protection.
● Staying safe
Hiking does carry some risks, but taking a few simple safety measures can help to ensure you get back safe and sound. If you' re a new hiker, go with a friend or a local group. 40 .
Finally, to avoid injury, don't push yourself too hard. Remember: The point is to be able to see the views and smell the flowers.
A. Training daily;
B. Making investments
C. But the most essential one is footwear
D. It generally burns more calories than walking
E. Make a habit of telling at least one person where you’ ll be
F. Some apps allow you to download the copies of these marked maps
G. Exploring the great outdoors through hiking can also offer a host of mental benefits
第三部分 語言知識運用(共兩節，滿分30分)
第一節(共15小題；每小題1分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的A、B、C和D四個選項中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。
“HMM....,” Michel Armus said to himself. He’ d just set foot into the Bank of the West in Woodland, and felt the 41 . “Something’ s not right.” 42 , whenever Armus visited, he would be greeted by the clerks. But today, none of the clerks 43 him. As Armus approached the clerk windows, he saw the three employees had similar 44 looks.
Armus looked to his left and noticed a man at another window with his T-shirt 45 up to partially cover his face. This is a robbery (搶劫), thought Armus. He heard the man say, “I don’ t want to 46 anybody.” Minutes earlier, the man had passed a note to the clerk demanding 47 and saying he had a gun. Armus looked again and the man's shirt had dropped a bit, 48 more of his face.
“I’ ve seen this guy!” He 49 the would-be robber as someone he’ d passed several times on a street
corner where the man raised a sign for help. Armus had great 50 for him and a thought 51 into his head:“Maybe I can help.”
He walked over to the man and 52 asked, “What's wrong Need help ” Shocked, the man looked at
Armus. After a while, with tears 53 , he said , “There is nothing in this town for me! I just want to go to prison. Let the cops arrest me.”
Armus knew he should get the man out of the bank. Surprising everyone, he put his arm around the man and said, “Let’ s go outside and talk about this.” 54 , the man agreed instead of refusing.
It turned out that the man, named Eduardo Plasencia, who was eventually charged with 55 robbery,
never had a gun. But Armus didn’ t know that. Armus said, “I felt Eduardo’ s pain and I just wanted to help.”
41. A. tension B. warmth C.comfort D. relief
42. A. Hopefully B. Hardly C. Instantly D. Normally
43. A. acknowledged B.committed C. organized D. ignored
44. A. satisfied B. surprised C. worried D. relaxed
45. A. picked B. pulled C. put D. made
46. A. hurt B. support C. reject D. interrupt
47. A. treatment B. protection C. food D. cash
48. A. removing B. recovering C. exposing D. hiding
49. A. described B. recognized C. expected D. analyzed
50. A. admiration B. sympathy C. affection D. respect
51. A. scanned B. changed C. jumped D. faded
52. A. excitedly B. calmly C. tiredly D. annoyedly
53. A. streaming down B.coming across C. giving away D. turning in
54. A. Anxiously B. Eagerly C. Naturally D. Unexpectedly
55. A. aimed B. attempted C. determined D. abandoned
第Ⅱ卷 (非選擇題)
第三部分 語言知識運用(共兩節，滿分30分)
第二節(共10小題；每小題1.5分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當的單詞或括號內單詞的正確形式。
Beijing declared the launch of Shenzhou 19“a complete success”— it was one of China’ s 100 56
(launch) for space exploration planned in 2024.
The departure ceremony for the astronaut crew 57 (hold) at the Jiuquan Satellite launch centre in
Gansu on October 30, 2024. That day, hundreds of people lined the streets, 58 (cheer) the names of the Taikonauts, China’ s word for astronauts, as they were about to set off. Many people gathered in the dark after midnight to wave flags and 59 (colour) lights as the Taikonauts made 60 (they) last few steps on Earth before
heading to the launch site. At 4:27 am, the rocket flew up into the sky.
The pilot of this mission, Cai Xuzhe, is an old hand but this time he's travelling 61 a new generation of Chinese-trained taikonauts born in the 1990s — including China’ s first female space engineer, Wang Haoze. “These two youngsters’ energy 62 (make) me feel younger and even more confident since we worked together,” he told the gathered media ahead of take-off. Song Lingdong is 63 youngest of this three-person crew. He recalled watching one of China's first space station missions as a 13-year-old boy with“excitement and awe”. He made up his mind 64 (become)a pilot hoping that this was 65 he could serve his country.
第四部分 寫作(共兩節，滿分40分)
第一節 (滿分15分)
假定你是李華，你的英國朋友 Peter很想了解你未來的職業選擇。請你給他寫封郵件，談談你的打算。內容包括：
1.你未來將選擇的職業；
2.你打算如何在該崗位上服務社會。
注意：
1.詞數80左右;
2.請按如下格式在答題卡的相應位置作答。
Dear Peter,
Yours,
Li Hua
第二節(滿分25分)
I was eight years old and unaware of all the arrangements being made for our journey as a family from Toowoomba to London in 1950. My mother had been told that she would never walk again without callipers(金屬支架), and wished to visit specialists in London.
The day before we boarded the ship SS Orion, Father waved a tearful goodbye to his five-year-old red heeler (Australian cattle dog), Spider, who was loved by us all. Father’ s friend Sandy had been getting to know Spider for many weeks, as Sandy was to be his guardian while we were overseas. We didn’ t know how long my mother’ s treatment would take or how long we would be away.
Six weeks later, a blue air letter arrived from Sandy, giving my father the news that Spider had run away just two weeks after we had sailed. I will always remember my father's face darkening and tears welling up as he read this news. My mother and I tried to comfort and relieve him, knowing in our hearts how useless this was. Our excitement at finally arriving in England quickly faded away.
Sandy had advertised constantly on ABC radio and other regional newspapers. Despite many“sightings”, the dog was never found. It seemed Spider just kept running and searching for us. As he was a red heeler, almost yellow in colour, my father thought he would be shot or dingo-trapped, because of his appearance. But our family thought that Father held a secret hope that Spider was still alive.
We sailed back to Australia two years later. My father immediately began his own search for Spider. He received a large number of incoming calls by the people who had said they had seen his dog. Many false calls and sightings meant that a huge cloud of disappointment hung over our household. My mother was fed up with all this and impatient for my father to accept the fact. The dog was gone — possibly shot or dead from starvation and tiredness.
注意：
1.續寫詞數應為150個左右；
2.請按如下格式在答題卡的相應位置作答。
One cold winter morning, my father had a call from an old lady 375 kilometers away.
My father didn't give up..
柳州市2025 屆高三第二次模擬考試
英語參考答案
一、聽力： 1-5:CCBAC 6-10:ABACC 11-15:BBCBA 16-20:BCABC
二、閱讀:21-25:CADDB 26-30:BCCAD 31-35:CBBAD 36-40:GAFCE
三、完形:41-45:ADACB 46-50:ADCBB 51-55:CBADB
四、語法填空：
56. launches 57. was held 58. cheering 59. coloured/ colourful 60. their
61. with 62. has made 63. the 64. to become 65. how
五、作文
(一) 應用文
Dear Peter,
In your last mail, you asked about my future career. Now let me share my plan with you.
Personally, I'm passionate about environmental science and I dream to be an engineer in this field. In my role, I hope to contribute to our society by developing sustainable solutions to the present environmental problems, finding efficient methods to recycle the waste we produce every day and creating more intelligent and comfortable living conditions.
What's your dream job Would you like to share it with me
Yours,
Li Hua
(二) 讀后續寫
One cold winter morning, my father had a call from an old lady 375 kilometers away. The old lady claimed she took some glimpses of a dingo-type yellow dog in the shadows at her court these days. She guessed he was the same dog as we had advertised in the newspaper. That was enough for father to interrupt everything at hand. Immediately we jumped into our car, driving for hours to her place. Upon arrival, we were led to her overgrown court. Sadly, we didn't see the“dingo dog”.
My father didn't give up. He searched tirelessly through the bushes and weeds, calling out Spider. After hours of searching, father's heart leaped as he heard a fa int bark. Following the sound, he tried making his special whistle for Spider. Before we could notice, the dog made a dash from nowhere with great force and certainty. He kept licking my father's face and wagged violently. Wrapping it in arms, my father burst into tears of relief. Spider spent the rest of his life with us, content and satisfied. We never left him anywhere alone again.
(聽力原文)
Text 1
M: Hey, Dora! What kind of books do you like I'm fond of history books and biographies of scientists.
W: They are not my cup of tea. I prefer English novels.
Text 2
M: My goodness! It feels like I have walked into the North Pole.
W:I have turned on the air conditioner. It's 24 degrees centigrade in our office. Do you need me to turn up the temperature
M: Of course not. I almost got burnt to death outside. I like the temperature now.
Text 3
M: I'm leaving the hotel for Beijing tonight. May I have the bill My room is 1114.
W: OK. Please wait a minute. Here is your bill. If there are no questions, could we have your signature in the blank below
M: OK. Thank you.
Text 4
W: Did you remember to fetch the book from the express station for me
M: Sorry, it was closed.
W: Why do you have a big bag of snacks here
M: On my way home, I happened to see the supermarket nearby having snacks on sale. So I bought some.
Text 5
M: Of the two cars we have seen today, which one do you prefer
W: Well, the red one is cool and more comfortable, while the white one doesn't use much gas. As a lover of nature,I am surely going to choose the one saving energy.
Text 6
M:I need to know if you are going to rent the apartment for the next whole year. You have to make a decision next week.
W: Well, I'm still not sure. I am trying to get a new job in town, and I don't know if I' ll be hired yet. I should know in a couple of months. Can I pay the rent monthly until I know if I get the job M: OK. But I need to know as soon as possible. I' ll need to look for a new person to stay in the house if you leave.
Text 7
M: Are you sure you can go to the cinema tomorrow
W: Yes. What time do you want to go to the cinema I' ll pick you up.
M: You don't need to pick me up this time. I have a class in the morning until 11:30. After school,I will catch a ride with my roomie Mike and he will drop me off at the Broadway Street.
W: So where are we meeting
M: How about at the gate of the cinema
W: Okay. If I get there first, do you want me to buy you a ticket
M: No. I can buy it at a lower price with my student ID card. But I have to do it myself.
W: How much do you pay
M: 10 pounds.
W: That's pretty good. You can save 8 pounds.
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M: Good morning! Sarah! Have you ever tried making your own breakfast I have been doing that for quite a while.
W: No, I usually buy my breakfast in a cafe. Anyway, what's the benefit of making your own breakfast
M: It's healthier for sure! Plus it's a great way to start a day with a balanced meal.
W: But I think it will take too long time.
M: It can take a bit of planning but there are quick and easy recipes. And homemade breakfasts often save money compared with store bought ones.
W: Right. But what about the days when you' re just too busy to cook
M:I usually use a smart steamer to get things ready the night before those days, so I can still have homemade breakfast. It's also convenient.
W: Got it! Maybe I will give it a shot this weekend.
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W: Mark, do you have any hobbies
M:I like most of the ball games, such as basketball, golf and tennis. Among them, basketball is at the top of my list.
W: Did you play basketball for your school team at university
M: No, but I played it for my senior high school team. What about you What sport are you into
W:I have a thing about table tennis. My dad taught me to play it when I was only 5.
M: I can also play table tennis but not very well.
W: Why don't we go to Thunder Peak Stadium and have a game after we knock off work It won't be crowded there on a Wednesday evening. I can show you some practical skills.
M: I'd love to, but I have to work overtime to organize some files for tomorrow's meeting. I will have to give a report. Let's go to the stadium this Friday.
W: That works for me.
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W: In 2022, I scored my dream job at a travel magazine based in Bangkok. I moved there with my husband, Leigh, from my hometown Brighton, a seaside city in the United Kingdom.
Our Brighton life had become routine and we wanted a change of scenery — an escape from office jobs, to eat our way through Asia and tell stories along the way. Through work, my“offices” ranged from mountain cottages in northern Vietnam to tents in the jungles of Laos or diverse local villages in China. Besides my day-to-day work, Leigh and I launched a travel blog called Strange Talk, where we published the stories that magazines were not interested in. Our blog led us to incredible adventures, but apart from our blog readers, we had no one else to talk about our colourful life in Bangkok with. It was difficult to make friends in Thailand. I had a few Thai friends from work who I would have lunch with at the local market, but it was hard to break the cultural barrier. Without speaking the same language as them, I could never be in their inner circle.
Leigh and I realized we were lonely. Even though we have each other, we need the benefits of a well-rounded friendship group. Therefore, we made the decision to pack our things and move back to Brighton.

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