浙江省杭州七县（市）地区及周边重点中学2022-2023学年高二英语下学期4月期中联考试题（Word版附答案）

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绝密★考试结束前
2022学年第二学期期中杭州地区（含周边）重点中学
高二年级英语学科试题
考生须知：
1．本卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟；
2．答题前，在答题卷指定区域填写班级、姓名、考场号、座位号及准考证号并填涂相应数字。
3．所有答案必须写在答题卷上，写在试卷上无效；
4．考试结束后，只需上交答题卷。
第I卷
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
第一节：（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1.What is the man looking for?
A.His pen.
B.His football.
C.His essay.
2.When will the taxi probably arrive?
A.At 11:20.
B.At 11:40.
C.At 12:25.
3.What place will the speakers be visiting next week?
A.Nanjing.
B.Shanghai.
C.Guangzhou.
4.What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
A.Host and guest.
B. Boss and secretary.
C.Husband and wife.
5.What is the man's attitude towards his next performance?
A.Sad.
B.Optimistic.
C. Uncertain.
第二节：（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有2至4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5秒钟的时间阅读各个小题；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。
听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。
6.What does the man think of the dress?
A.Fashionable.
B.Plain.
C.Impractical.
7.What will the woman buy?
A.A scarf.
B.A dress.
C.A necklace.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第9题。
8.What does the man say about the servers in America?
A.They don't always get tipped.
B.They often check on customers.
C. They sometimes leave customers alone.
9.What is optional for a meal in Britain?
A.Refusing the payment.
B.Returning the food.
C.Tipping the waiter.
听下面一段对话，回答第10至第12题。
10.What is the man doing?
A.Conducting an interview.
B.Teaching the woman skills.
C.Sharing his work experience.
11.Which is one of the woman's special skills?
A.Designing web pages.
B.Organizing field trips.
C.Creating class content.
12.How does the woman sound in the end?
A.Excited.
B.Confused.
C.Disappointed.
听下面一段对话，回答第13至第16题。
13.Who is Harry probably talking to?
A.His wife.
B.His mother.
C.His teacher.
14.Where did Harry go first after school?
A.A friend's.
B.A snack bar.
C.A video shop.
15.What do we know about Rick?
A.He plays the guitar well.
B.He is on the school team.
C.He is the smartest in the class.
16.What does the woman want Harry to do?
A.Ride a bike in a safe place.
B.Finish his homework first.
C.Make more friends at school.
听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20题。
17.What is the talk mainly about?
A.The speaker becoming a famous painter.
B.The painter having special painting techniques.
C.The school teaching the speaker new painting skills.
18.What did the speaker discover in India?
A.A program focusing on science.
B.A brush making a big difference.
C.A painting technique for lighter colors.
19.What kind of school is Johnsen University?
A.An art university.
B.A science university.
C.A technology university.
20.Why did the speaker give the talk?
A.To introduce teachers to the program.
B.To attract students to Johnsen University.
C.To welcome listeners to the math classes.
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节：（共12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。
A
Cambridge Open Days, July and September 2023
Every July and September, the University of Cambridge opens its doors to welcome potential applicants and their parents and supporters to find out what it's really like to live and study here.
July Open Days-6 and 7 July 2023
Our next Open Days will take place on 6 and 7 July 2023 and will include both online and in-person elements. You can get to know our courses, the colleges and departments, university facilities, the application procedure, student life and finance via:
·Information stands
·Course presentations and sample lectures
·College and department tours
·Q&A sessions with current students and staff
The program will run from 9:30-16:30 (UK time) and is similar on both days so you should only need to attend one of the days. Further details will be announced in due course.
September Open Day-15 September 2023
With a focus on choosing your College, our September Open Day provides another opportunity for you to visit the Cambridge Colleges and ask current students and staff any questions you may have.
Booking information
To attend our Open Days, you must register in advance.
·Bookings for our July Open Days will open in May 2023.
·Bookings for our September Open Day will open in summer 2023, after the July Open Days.
Sign up on our website to stay updated when bookings open and for details of other opportunities, advice and resources.
21.What can you learn about on July Open Days?

A.Staff information.
C.Classroom rules.
B.Attendance requirement.
D.Application process.

22.What should you do if you want to attend September Open Day?

A.Make an appointment in May.
C.Register after July Open Days.
B.Ask for college staff's permission.
D.Pay for up-to-date information.

23.Where is the text probably from?
A.A school website.
B.A tourism ad.
C.A freshman guide.
D.A campus poster.
B
It was a history-making moment at Miller ＆ Miller＇s Canadian ＆ Discoveries Arts auction（拍卖） when the hammer finally came down for a rare Maud Lewis painting for $ 350,000.
Lewis was a Canadian artist who painted brightly colored scenes. She sold her paintings by the side of the road for $2 to $3. Painting wasn't easy, since she suffered from a physical challenge that made moving painful. After reading an article about her,John Kinnear,also an artist mailed her boxes of painting supplies.At the time,Lewis lived in a one-room house with no electricity, using simple house paint to create.After receiving the supplies,Lewis wrote back insisting on repaying him with some of her paintings. Kinnear sold some of them, sending part of the moneyback to Lewis and using the remainder to buy her more paint.Gradually,the two artists developed long-lasting friendship.
Kinnear was friends with Irene and Tony Demas,who owned a restaurant where he ate lunch every day.One day, Kinnear told them he had some paintings by an artist and wondered if they might consider buying one of them. “When we saw the paintings, our jaw almost dropped,” recalls Irene.“We had never seen anything like them.They were so childlike,with cats and cows.”They ended up agreeing to the trade, choosing a painting called Black Trunk.
Over 50 years later,they're long retired and now considering travelling more.They hoped to sell the painting. In the years since Lewis died, her paintings have become famous. But it was recent scare that really urged them into action. After having non-glare glass added to the painting, the business street where the framer（装裱师）lived burned to the ground just days after they picked up their painting. “We saw that Miller & Miller's had sold one not long ago. We trusted the Miller brothers.” says Irene.
24.Why did John Kinnear send Lewis boxes of painting supplies?

A.To exchange for her paintings.
C.To teach her painting techniques.
B.To offer her assistance.
D.To befriend with her.

25.How did Irene and Tony Demas feel when they first saw Lewis's paintings?

A.Confused.
B.Panicked.
C.Shocked.
D.Embarrassed.

26.What was the real reason for the Demas' selling Black Truck?
A.They were eventually persuaded by the framer.
B.They were afraid the painting would lose value.
C.They fear something unexpected would happen.
D.They were in desperate need of money to travel.
27.What's the author's purpose in writing the text?

A. To recommend an auction house.
C.To explain a trend in art collecting.
B.To introduce a painting artist.
D.To tell the story of a painting.

C
It was a very hot August day in 2019. Entomology graduate student Skye Harnsberger and her research team parked their car and walked into the tall grass. As they entered a narrow path, the team looked for the milkweed among other plants. When spotted, it was examined and recorded. They repeated this simple process all summer long.
Milkweed is key to monarch butterflies（黑麦金斑蝶）.It＇s the only plant on which they＇ll lay their eggs and the only one that their caterpillars（幼虫）will eat. But in the past decades， urban development and overuse of weed killers have severely ruined this habitat. Today, the number of adult monarchs may be not enough to ensure that the species multiplies. “Monarchs connect many people to nature, and without these connections, people are less likely to be concerned enough about other species,” says Karen Oberhauser who serves as the researcher advisor.
This is why Harnsberger is studying how and where to plant milkweed to attract the greatest number of monarchs. "There's been some modeling on which type would be better for the monarch but no real boots-on-the-ground research yet." Harnsberger and her team have put their boots on the prairie where 30 sites have been divided into four types. Their data show that monarchs prefer fields with higher densities （密集）of milkweed and flowering plants. The size of the prairie，however，does not matter much.
Harnsberger points out that anyone can take small steps to help monarchs. Their population is quickly declining, so any action is better than none at all. "The number one thing the public can do for monarchs is to plant milkweed,” Harnsberger says. “As much as you can, wherever you can. The more plants, the better for monarchs.”
28.What can we say about the work in Paragraph 1?

A.Laborious.
B.Rewarding
C.Dangerous.
D.Creative.

29.Which of the following leads to the declining population of monarch butterflies?

A.Little attention from the public.
C.Low survival rate of caterpillars.
B.Great damage to the habitat.
D.,Limited options for food.

30.What do the underlined words “have put their boots on” mean in the Paragraph 3?

A.Find a problem.
C.Do field research.
B.Think of a method.
D.Draw a conclusion.

31.What does Harnsberger's advice in the last paragraph convey?

A.Strike the iron while it's hot.
C.Many a little make a mickle.
B.Easier said than done.
D.More haste, less speed.

D
During the pandemic, working from home has become common, leaving many appreciating the freedom and flexibility of working remotely（远程地）.However，while the traditional idea of an office-a place away from home-may have changed, the need for physical office space hasn't. In fact, this period of working from home has stressed just how important it is to have a place of work, without which the work-life balance may be worsened.
With traditional offices unable to meet the changing needs of a pandemic-stricken workforce, and working from home showing other problems, a solution needs to be found in the office of the future.
Perhaps the most unique characteristics of the office of the future will be its hybrid solution. It could marry the advantages of physical workspace with the benefits of working from home. Many companies have already started to adopt this new hybrid model, allowing employee teams to create schedules for when they will be working from home, or even use an online system to book a meeting room in the company. This way, the company can manage the number of people in the office at one time, meaning spaces can be downsized to save costs.
With the office playing a key role in creating and communicating company culture, thoughts must be given to these issues when designing offices of the future. For example, aware that many employees will be adopting the hybrid working model, office designers should focus on more than the functional part of getting jobs done. Instead, the office should become a place where teams are encouraged to meet, work together and build strong bonds, which will reduce any concerns of loneliness at work. Floor plans should include meeting rooms and rest areas that promote social interaction on both professional and more personal levels.
Many businesses have already begun to adopt their physical spaces to adapt to the changing needs and expectations of workforces, suggesting we may not be far away from the next stage of the office.
32.What can we know about working offices from paragraph 1 and 2?

A.They are at a turning point.
C.They are in great demand.
B.They disturb work-life balance.
D.They stick to traditional designs.

33.What's special about the hybrid model?
A.The work schedule is very flexible.
B.Employees can work at a distance they like.
C.The number of people at home can be easily managed.
D.The benefits of physical offices and remote work are combined.
34.Which aspect of the future office does the author focus on in paragraph 4?

A.Providing working equipment.
C.Reducing the company cost.
B.Promoting workers'well-being.
D.Increasing working efficiency.

35.Which is the best title of the passage?

A.Physical Office:Still needed?
C.Office Design Trend: Always in Change?
B.Future Office: A Possible Solution?
D.The Office of the Future: Are We There Yet?

第二节：（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Now more than ever, libraries have become a center for community learning. No two libraries are the same. One could be a center of students doing projects, while another could be a center for the homeless and people seeking jobs. 36 It used to be an unwelcome place for children, but now it has become a hub（活动中心）for community activity.
Holly Jackson, a library consultant, says that year by year, library checkouts are going up, and activities are well-attended.37 When you arrive, there will be someone there to help you and your children set up library cards, sign up for programs, and show you where the books are.
Jackson advises parents visiting the library when lots of activities are going on, as well as when it is quiet time. 38 It helps builds confidence in children to talk to librarians, participate in book selection, and share stories with others.
39 When there are a lot of activities, Jackson says some children can feel stressed. But going during quiet times gives children a chance to explore at their own pace and allows you the opportunity to meet different people.
“So often people say." 40'Go find out what's going on,” says Jackson. It could be for filling out a job application, or just finding a book. “Go find out what it is and find what is there for you and your family.”
A.However, the library provides more books than you expect.
B.Jackson says all you need to do to visit a library is show up!
C.The activities are what librarians design on purpose to attract readers.
D.Quiet time is also an important time to take your children to the library.
E.Parents can set a good example by using the library themselves as a resource.
F. Still,the focus of a library remains as a place for information and knowledge.
G. I haven't stepped foot in a library in years because I don't need to know it anymore.
第三部分：语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节：完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Chicago was hit with a snowstorm over the weekend, and Jahmal Cole's 41 blew up with messages from elderly neighbors：They needed 42 shoveling（铲雪）in front of their homes．So Cole sent out a(n) 43online Friday night asking for 10 volunteers to come to his neighborhood, Chatham, to shovel the snow that was 44
When he went to the train station Saturday morning to see whether anyone had 45 to assist, he couldn't believe what he saw. About 120 people stood on the platform, many with shovels, 46 to work. Many volunteers were from outside Chicago. One man had 47 taken a bus from Indiana. He sent them out to dozens of addresses where snow needed to be 48
“When you're getting such emails, you don't want to 49 people,” said Cole. “This was literally me trying to help out the neighbors. I wanted to make a campaign next time, 50 more people to take action.”
After shoveling dozens of sidewalks and walkways, a 51 that lasted until 3 p.m. that afternoon, Cole and the volunteers went out together to have lunch at a neighborhood restaurant. To their 52,an unknown customer paid the bill for their 53.
“I'm 54 of our city,” Cole said. “People could have been home with families or making snowmen, but they came out to help, which 55 the spirit rooted in the city.”
41. A. inbox
B. website
C. room
D. doorway
42. A. time
B. help
C. tools
D. energy
43. A. notice
B. request
C. invitation
D. signal
44. A. falling
B. melting
C. dancing
D. piling
45. A. set out
B. passed on
C. showed up
D. kept up
46. A. ready
B. curious
C. able
D. nervous
47. A. almost
B. only
C. even
D. just
48. A. delivered
B. reserved
C. covered
D. cleared
49. A. disappoint
B. bother
C. offend
D. worry
50. A. relying on
B. appealing to
C. bringing up
D. applying to
51. A. fix
B. test
C. job
D. lesson
52. A. relief
B. delight
C. surprise
D. regret
53. A. gesture
B. appetite
C. reward
D. preparation
54. A. sure
B. proud
C. certain
D. mindful
55. A. lifts
B. revives
C. passes
D. exhibits
第II卷
第二节：（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
On my second day in Anhui province, I visited Hongcun Village. The village, which is just about an 56(hour)drive from the town center, stands untouched by time.
The village is arranged around a lake, with big shady trees lining its bank. It gave me a sense of inner peace as soon as I stepped inside. 57(walk) through the village, I couldn't help but imagine what life 58(be)like then. In my mind, I saw people selling goods on the village's street. I saw tea shops 59 small snack shops. As I walked the footpaths 60(wear)away by time, I could hear the footsteps of the past echoing through the passageway. I wondered how 61 change this village has seen and what secrets this village 62(hide) behind its walls.
I've always loved ancient Chinese 63(architect)which unfortunately is getting difficult to find in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai. 64(luck),here in Hongcun, I not only admired ancient Chinese styled buildings, but I was also able to trace the footsteps of the people who lived and walked 65 very same road about five hundred years ago.
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节：应用文写作（满分15分）
假如你刚结束了“身边的急救知识”网络课程的学习，请你写一则留言对该课程进行评价。内容包括：
1．对课程的评价；2．改进建议。
注意：1．写作词数应为80左右；2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I have finished the online course First Aid Knowledge Around Us.



第二节：读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Melati and Isabel deeply love their home on the island, surrounded by tropical rain forests, green fields, and a vast ocean. Enjoying a swim at their local beach was once a daily pleasure for them. But when Melati was fifteen, and Isabel just ten, the sisters started to lose their enthusiasm for swimming in the waters near their home. More often than not, plastic bags would be around them as they swam and some were scattered on the beach. They got really upset about that.
Melati didn't think much about it until one day her teacher gave a lesson on some world heroes. Each of those people had sparked movements of positive changes in the world. They believed in the impact they could have and they did inspire more people to do something meaningful. After school, Melati walked home slowly in silence, concerned about the vast amount of plastic rubbish on the beach. The heroes crossed her mind. If they could do it, we could do it too, she thought. The idea lit her up. She couldn't wait to share what she thought with Isabel and quickened her pace.
“So many plastic bags around! The beach is dirty and messy! It's so terrible! We have lost the clean and beautiful beach. Can't we do something to get it back?” Melati said heartily. Isabel felt a bit puzzled at what to do, but she also had a strong desire to do something. Picturing a beach as fascinating as before in mind, the pair jumped with joy.
They talked a lot, anxious to know how Dad and Mom would respond to their ideas. That night when the family sat by the dinner table, the sisters eagerly got their ideas across. While Mom and Dad listened to the girls carefully, their eyes shone. “How amazing that would be! We are so proud of you!” Dad exclaimed. Mom came up, gave them a thumb up and hugged the sisters.
注意：1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Melati and Isabel decided to make a positive impact straight away.



One month later, Melati received a call from the local newspaper:






2022学年第二学期期中杭州地区(含周边)重点中学
高二年级英语学科参考答案
第一部分：听力（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
1—5. ABCAB 6-10. CABCA 11-15. ACBAA 16-20. BCCAB
第二部分：阅读理解
第一节：（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
21-25. DCABC 26-30. CDABC 31-35. CADBD
第二节：（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）
36-40. FBEDG
第三部分：语言运用
第一节：完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41-45.ABBDC 46-50. ACDAB 51-55. CCABD
第二节：（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. hour’s 57. Walking 58. was 59. and 60. worn
61. much 62. has hidden 63. architecture 64. Luckily 65. the
第四部分：写作
第一节：应用文写作（满分15分）
One Possible Version:
I have finished the online course First Aid Knowledge Around Us. Themed on first aid in emergencies, this course, consisting of five modules, offers us a precious opportunity to learn how to respond to specific situations when someone is in need. I definitely benefit a lot from the logical and clear explanation given by all professional teachers. Furthermore, they even vividly demonstrate the treatments to us.
All in all, the course is undoubtedly of great use, yet it would be better if some reviews can be given at the end of each class, which enables learners to consolidate key points.

第五档（13—15分）
完全完成了试题规定的任务
― 覆盖了所有内容要点。
― 应用了较多的语法结构和词汇。
― 语法结构或词汇方面有些许错误，但为尽力使用较复杂结构或较高级词汇所致；具备较强的语言运用能力。
― 有效地使用了语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。
完全达到了预期的写作目的
第四档（10-12分）
完全完成了试题规定的任务
― 虽漏掉1、2个次重点，但覆盖所有主要内容。
― 应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
― 语法结构或词汇方面应用基本准确，些许错误主要是因尝试较复杂语法结构或词汇所致。
― 应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文结构紧凑。
达到了预期的写作目的。
第三档（7-9分）
基本完成了试题规定的任务
― 虽漏掉一些内容，但覆盖所有主要内容。
― 应用的语法结构和词汇能满足任务的要求。
― 有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，但不影响理解。
― 应用简单的语句间的连接成分，使全文结构连贯。
整体而言，基本达到了预期的写作目的。
第二档（4-6分）
未恰当完成试题规定的任务
― 漏掉或未描述清楚一些主要内容，写了一些无关内容。
― 语法结构单调，词汇项目有限。
― 有一些语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响了对写作内容的理解。
― 较少使用语句间的连接成分，内容缺少连贯性。
信息未能清楚的传达给读者。
第一档（1-3分）
未完成试题规定的任务
― 明显遗漏主要内容，写了一些无关内容，原因可能是未理解试题要求。
― 语法结构单调，词汇项目有限。
― 较多语法结构或词汇方面的错误，影响对写作内容的理解。
― 缺乏语句间的连接成分，内容不连贯性。
― 信息未能传达给读者。
0分
未能传达给读者任何信息：内容太少，无法评判；写的内容均与所要求内容无关或所写内容无法看清。

第二节：续写（满分25分）
Melati and Isabel decided to make a positive impact straight away. They started a campaign named “Bye Bye Plastic Bags” to raise awareness of the harm that plastic bags were causing to the environment. They printed flyers, designed posters and talked to people at their local markets and community centers. Initially, it seemed like no one was listening. However, the sisters refused to give up. Days turned into weeks and the campaign progressed. More and more people started to join the cause, including local authorities and business owners. Soon, the campaign was making headlines in the local newspapers, and even the national press was starting to take notice.
One month later, Melati received a call from the local newspaper. The editor was excited to inform her that their campaign had gone viral on social media and that it had caught the attention of the Indonesian government. The Minister of Environment had seen their video online and had invited them to a national conference on plastic pollution. Melati and Isabel could hardly believe it. From a casual conversation on the beach to a national conference, they had come a long way. They had realized that one person can make a difference, and that small actions could lead to big changes. They felt proud of their achievements and looked forward to inspiring more young people to take action for a better tomorrow.

听力材料
Text 1
M: I can’t find my new pen anywhere. I was about to start writing my essay when I noticed it was missing.
W: Have you tidied your desk? It isn’t very organized.
M: I don’t have time. I am due to be playing football later.

Text 2
M: Are you catching the 12:25 train to New York?
W: Yes. I booked a taxi for 11:40. It will be here in 20 minutes.

Text 3
M: Let’s travel next week and see some more of China. I’d like to go to Shanghai.
W: I’ve been there too many times. What about Nanjing? Or Guangzhou? I’ve never been to these places.
M: OK. I’ve never been to Guangzhou, either, so that’s where we’ll go.

Text 4
W: Would you like to tell us something about your new film and your impression of the director?
M: I believe it will be very popular. The director is sociable, cooperative, and...

Text 5
W: Don’t feel sad. Your show was fine. You have nothing to worry about.
M: I’m not unhappy. I’m just thinking seriously about how I can do better next time. I know good things will come out of this. The next show will be even better.

Text 6
W: All right, tell me what you think.
M: Don’t you think it’s a bit bright?
W: Yeah, maybe you’re right. How about this outfit?
M: The dress looks lovely on you, but it’s not very practical, is it?
W: No, I guess I don’t have any plans to go to a formal dance any time soon, but I love the way it looks. What do you think about this? It’s casual, yet fashionable.
M: I like the jeans, but you need something to go with the top. It’s too plain on its own.
W: How about this scarf, these earrings, and this necklace?
M: That might be going overboard a bit. How about just that scarf with a hand chain?
W: That’s a good idea. You have a good fashion sense.
Text 7
W: Thank you for taking me out to eat, Harry. I’ve never eaten in an American restaurant before.
M: You’ll like it. The servers are really nice, and often come back to see if you need anything.
W: Well, the situation is quite different from that in my country. In Britain, you order your food, and you never see your server again. Also, you can’t send your food back or refuse to pay for a meal if it’s bad.
M: It’s different everywhere. I think it’s just one of those culture things.
W: If the service is bad, do I still have to tip in America?
M: Yes, you have to. It would be considered rude if you didn’t.
W: Oh, that is another difference.

Text 8
M: Thanks for coming down to the office. Please have a seat. Tell me a bit more about yourself and why you are a good fit for this job.
W: I’ve worked for several years with foreign students as an advisor and teacher. I’ve helped both undergraduates and graduate students. And I have experience in creating class content and organizing events and field trips for foreign students.
M: Here in the Office for International Student Affairs, we all have many responsibilities. I often say that we all wear many different “hats”. Do you have any computer skills or other special skills?
W: I’m good at designing web pages and writing research papers.
M: Impressive! We also have some irregular hours during busy times of the year. Is that a problem?
W: No. I am willing to work when needed. What is the starting salary for the position of the foreign student organizer?
M: The position pays $35,000 a year.
W: Oh. I was hoping the salary would be a bit higher...

Text 9
W: You’re home late today, Harry. Where were you?
M: Didn’t you get the message I sent to you? I told you that we were going to Peter’s house after school.
W: Oh. I haven’t checked. So, what were you doing all this time?
M: First, we went to Peter’s to have a snack and play some video games. Then we rode our bikes through the park for an hour and came straight home.
W: Well, I’m glad you are getting your exercise. It sounds like you have made a lot of friends at school. Who are they?
M: Peter is my best friend. He plays on the school team and knows a lot about sports. Rick is really cool, too. He is really good at the guitar and has been learning it since he was five years old. Then there is Bobby. He’s the smartest kid in our class.
W: That’s good. Listen. Like I said, I’m glad you have made friends and are having fun, but you can’t come home this late. And I have to admit that it makes me nervous when you are riding your bike without a helmet.
M: You’re right, but…
W: And part of being a good student is to make sure your homework is done before anything else.
M: You sound just like Mrs. Hall in class.
W: She sounds like a very wise woman.

Text 10
W: I used to paint a lot when I was a kid. I started as a baby, drawing things on the walls with my food. Instead of getting mad about it, my parents bought me plenty of art supplies and encouraged me to continue. Soon I had moved up from finger painting to brushes and that’s when the hard work really began. Now, I’m studying painting techniques from all around the world. I didn’t realize until I started this program here at Johnsen University that something as simple as changing the way you hold the brush could make such a huge difference! Even more surprising was learning that artists all across the world have their own methods for everything.
In my second term I was given the opportunity to travel to India, where I met a painter who would put half of his painting in the sun. When the paint dried, the places where the light had been, now had lighter colors. Without this program, I’d have never realized that technique was possible. Because of Johnsen University’s main focus, I’m not wasting time with math classes and sciences that I have already taken. Not only are the teachers fantastic, but classes are affordable! I’ve done all this within my first year! I’m learning so much in my time here and if you’re anything like me, then you should consider attending Johnsen University too!